- Bolivian authorities report no active blockades following state of emergency
- Independent observer appointed to oversee Montreal police racism investigation
- Democratic socialism gains traction in the United States amid local elections
- Three men die after being rescued from fire in White City, west London
- Fire at Dominican Republic hotel claims life of Francesca Valentino, guest evacuated with 1,700 others
- Begoña Gómez to stand trial for corruption and banned from leaving Spain
- Former Olympian arrested for taking paint from Reflecting Pool in Bethesda
- Israel conducts airstrikes in Lebanon, resulting in at least 16 fatalities
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Bolivia’s authorities report no active road blockades following President Rodrigo Paz’s state of emergency declaration amid ongoing protests. The measure allows military support for police. While agreements in Santa Cruz suggest progress, human rights groups have documented at least 17 fatalities linked to supply disruptions.
A fire at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach hotel in the Dominican Republic has resulted in the death of one holidaymaker and the evacuation of 1,700 guests.
Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed at least 16 despite a ceasefire, following projectiles fired by Hezbollah.
Denmark’s parliament has approved expanding compulsory military service to include women for the first time. From summer 2025, all Danish citizens turning 18 will enter a gender-neutral draft lottery, replacing previous voluntary enlistment for women.
Here are some of the huge global events happening this week – it’s all sports! From the world-famous Wimbledon to the Women’s European Championship, there’s plenty of great sporting action starting this week. Away from sport, there are business and cultural events taking place too – here’s your global events guide for Week 27.
Tens of thousands of Palestinians have fled eastern Gaza City after the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) issued warnings on social media about a “major offensive” extending into the city centre to dismantle Hamas military capacities.
Tens of thousands attended the Budapest Pride march, with estimates ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 participants, despite a police ban imposed by Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government.
Lando Norris showcased a new approach during the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix, demonstrating a willingness to collaborate closely with his race engineer as he battled teammate Oscar Piastri for supremacy on the track.
Donald Trump announced that a “very wealthy group” will be revealed as the buyer of TikTok in approximately two weeks, pending potential Chinese government approval.
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