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- Qatari Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74
- Toronto police search for three suspects after fatal shooting in North York
- Senator Lindsey Graham dies following brief and sudden illness
- Waterloo East and Charing Cross stations to close for £20 million upgrades
- Trump declares ceasefire with Iran is over while agreeing to continue peace talks
- Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum to close early amid heatwave in France
- ICE Responds to Outcry Over Fatal Shooting of Mexican Man in Houston
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Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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Qatari Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74
July 12, 2026
11:00 am
Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at 74, confirmed by the Amiri Diwan. Ruling from 1995 to 2013, he was instrumental in transforming Qatar into a significant global player, particularly as the world’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas.
Toronto police search for three suspects after fatal shooting in North York
July 12, 2026
9:00 am
A 22-year-old man has died and two others are injured following a targeted shooting in North York. Authorities report that three masked suspects escaped the scene in a stolen vehicle as investigations into the incident continue.
Senator Lindsey Graham dies following brief and sudden illness
July 12, 2026
7:00 am
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away on Saturday evening following a brief illness, his office confirmed. Graham, 68, had recently visited Ukraine, meeting President Zelensky. His family has requested privacy during this difficult time. Graham was a prominent figure in U.S. politics since 2003.
Waterloo East and Charing Cross stations to close for £20 million upgrades
July 12, 2026
6:00 am
London’s Waterloo East and Charing Cross stations will close for 22 days from 26 July to 16 August for £20 million upgrade works. The project includes track replacement and structural repairs, prompting diversions to other London stations and urging passengers to check travel plans.
Trump declares ceasefire with Iran is over while agreeing to continue peace talks
July 12, 2026
5:00 am
US President Donald Trump announced the continuation of talks with Iran amidst renewed hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz, stating the ceasefire is over after recent clashes.
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum to close early amid heatwave in France
July 12, 2026
4:00 am
Paris’ Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum will close early this weekend as a heatwave grips France, with temperatures expected to reach up to 39°C. The Eiffel Tower will shut at 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday, while the Louvre will follow suit until Monday due to a red heat alert.
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