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- Senate Democrats block defence policy bill amid objections to Iran conflict
- British pensioner, 86, injured by bull at San Fermin festival in Pamplona
- Hungary’s parliament votes to remove president tamás sulyok from office
- Trump suspends plans for tolls in Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
- Residents evacuated in northern Ontario due to nearby forest fires
- States highlight big businesses employing Medicaid recipients amid funding losses
- Man charged with murder after fatal stabbing of young mother in Hayes
- Five British victims confirmed dead in Spain wildfires amid ongoing identifications
Financial Times - oil producers spring surprise output cut of more than 1mn barrels a day
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times splashes on the revelations from oil producing nations that they will be cutting back production by more than a million barrels a day.
According to the paper, the move has put Saudi Arabia on a “collision course” with the US as it attempts to boost prices.
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Senate Democrats block defence policy bill amid objections to Iran conflict
July 14, 2026
8:00 pm
Senate Democrats blocked the procedural vote on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) amid concerns over the Trump administration’s conduct in the Iran conflict. The 50 to 46 vote reflected bipartisan tensions, with critics arguing the bill should not proceed during heightened military hostilities.
British pensioner, 86, injured by bull at San Fermin festival in Pamplona
July 14, 2026
7:00 pm
A British pensioner from Halesowen is among ten hospitalised after being gored during the San Fermin festival’s bull run in Pamplona, Spain.
Hungary’s parliament votes to remove president tamás sulyok from office
July 14, 2026
5:00 pm
Hungary’s parliament has approved a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamás Sulyok from office, amid allegations from Prime Minister Péter Magyar that Sulyok serves as a puppet for Viktor Orbán. Sulyok, however, claims the amendment is unconstitutional and remains firm in his position.
Trump suspends plans for tolls in Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
July 14, 2026
4:02 pm
What’s going on?
US President Trump announced plans to impose a 20% toll on ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions. This action follows a series of attacks on naval vessels in the region. Trump’s administration has confirmed the naval blockade is effectively reinstated.
AP News highlights the political aspect with the headline, “Trump backs away from plans to charge fees in the Strait of Hormuz as attacks intensify,” focusing on the repercussions of the toll plan. In contrast, Fast Company states, “Trump weighs 20% toll at Strait of Hormuz and says blockade is back on, threatening ceasefire with Iran,” emphasising the potential escalation of military conflict.
Coverage analysed: AP News | Fast Company
Residents evacuated in northern Ontario due to nearby forest fires
July 14, 2026
1:00 pm
Residents in several northwestern Ontario communities are under evacuation orders as forest fires threaten properties. Authorities are coordinating efforts to ensure safety and assess the situation as conditions develop.
States highlight big businesses employing Medicaid recipients amid funding losses
July 14, 2026
11:00 am
California lawmakers are advancing a bill aimed at identifying large companies with employees enrolled in the state’s Medi-Cal programme as a new Medicaid work requirement deadline approaches. The proposal, led by Democratic state Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, is designed to enhance transparency regarding employer healthcare contributions.
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