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Ukraine executed a drone strike on Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, resulting in one death and multiple injuries as regional officials report widespread damage.

Daniel Siad, a modelling scout implicated in the Epstein files, has been found dead at his home near Paris, prompting an investigation into the cause of death.

A 70-year-old woman has been charged with the murder of Karen Carter, who was found stabbed to death in her Dordogne home following a wine tasting in April 2025.

Ryanair flight incident leaves passenger Ljubiša Karović partly ejected from a shattered window as the plane descends rapidly back to Thessaloniki.

Residents of Tirilbasa village in Chaibasa, Jharkhand, held a unique football tournament from 14-17 July, featuring teams from 64 nearby villages. The winners, NCS Maudi, received prize money and male goats, underscoring the cultural significance of khassi in local celebrations.

A father has been charged with recklessly causing the death of his two-year-old son, who fell from a fourth-floor window at a hotel in Cyprus.

What’s going on?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed the country’s military chief after significant public protests. This decision follows widespread criticism over the military’s handling of the ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelenskyy also reinstated the defence minister he previously sacked.
CNN reported, “Zelensky sacks Ukraine’s military chief following widespread protests,” focusing on the protests’ influence. In contrast, The Guardian stated, “Zelenskyy replaces military leader and brings back defence minister he sacked,” emphasising the leadership change rather than public dissent. This framing highlights the differing perceptions of the event’s causes versus the consequences.
Coverage analysed: CNN | The Guardian | BBC | NBC News

British businesswoman Kerry Nwachukwu is facing a £19,000 debt in Dubai, leading to her detention and potential arrest over unpaid rent as funds are sought for repayment.

Yields on 10-year US Treasury bills have risen nearly 60 basis points since the onset of the US-Israel war on Iran, reaching 4.6 per cent. Experts suggest this indicates growing inflation expectations, exacerbated by ongoing disruptions in oil supply and geopolitical tensions impacting global markets.

An Irish woman has been arrested at Gran Canaria Airport after allegedly failing to pay a £2,100 hotel bill during her stay.