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The film 'Satluj', based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra who investigated enforced disappearances during Punjab's insurgency, was removed from ZEE5 streaming platform days after release following government directions. The film had been mired in a three-year certification dispute before its brief streaming debut.
A US federal judge has voided a settlement that granted President Donald Trump immunity from tax audits and established a $1.8 billion fund. The judge ruled the lawsuit was filed for an improper purpose, adding that the case was never a genuine legal dispute.
The UK government plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act to enable the deportation of Shabir Ahmed, the convicted ringleader of the Rochdale grooming gang, following his release from prison. Pakistan's refusal to accept him remains a barrier, and the home secretary says all avenues are being explored.
A 65-year-old man was attacked and tossed into the air by a bull bison at Yellowstone National Park, an encounter caught on video that went viral. The victim, Carl McDaniel, is recovering from serious injuries and believes the bison spared his life. The incident has renewed attention on park safety guidelines regarding wildlife.
Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor renowned for his role in 'Jurassic Park' and a diverse career spanning five decades, has died at 78. Tributes highlight his work in films like 'My Brilliant Career' and 'The Piano', as well as his late-life memoir.
British counter-terrorism police have assumed leadership of the investigation into the murder of former minister Ann Widdecombe, describing it as a targeted attack. A 28-year-old white British man has been rearrested on suspicion of terrorism offenses as authorities pursue multiple lines of inquiry.
Senator Mitch McConnell, recovering from a fall and pneumonia, said he will not return to the Senate floor "quite yet." In his first statement since hospitalization, the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican detailed his health challenges, including a brief loss of consciousness and a mild case of pneumonia. He has been moved to a rehabilitation center.
The United States and Iran have exchanged multiple rounds of strikes this week, with Iran declaring the Strait of Hormuz closed and attacking commercial vessels. Oil prices spiked and markets plunged as shipping disruptions intensified, with the US insisting the waterway remains open.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican from South Carolina and a key ally of President Donald Trump, has died at 71 after a brief and sudden illness. Tributes have come from figures including Ukraine's president and the Rwandan government, as his death prompts political calculations ahead of midterm elections.
Jude Bellingham scored twice, including the extra-time winner, as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in Miami and reach the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018. Norway took the lead through Andreas Schjelderup but had a second goal disallowed, while England's coach Thomas Tuchel described his team's performance as 'sloppy' and 'lucky'.
The family of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Black man found dead on Horn Island, Mississippi, after a Fourth of July trip with friends, is demanding answers. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is aiding the family with an independent autopsy, while authorities seek public help. The case has sparked racial tensions and speculation.
The Trump administration issued subpoenas to several New York Times journalists over their reporting on security concerns with a Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet, prompting criticism from press freedom advocates. The subpoenas were later withdrawn in court, with a judge criticizing the government's legal approach.
The US is demanding that Iran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and commit to halting attacks on commercial vessels, amid ongoing talks and a fragile ceasefire. Reports indicate Tehran privately acknowledged the shootings were a mistake, blaming a rogue group, while Iran's foreign minister discussed safe passage mechanisms with Oman.
A fake government council in Nigeria, the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), was allocated 1.3bn naira in the 2026 budget before being exposed as fraudulent. President Tinubu has ordered an investigation, while its director general denies wrongdoing.
Apple has filed a federal lawsuit against OpenAI and two former employees, accusing the AI company of orchestrating a coordinated effort to steal trade secrets as OpenAI develops its own consumer hardware. The suit names specific former Apple engineers and is part of a deteriorating relationship between the two tech giants.
A 26-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK minister Ann Widdecombe has been released and is no longer part of the investigation. Police continue inquiries and say they do not believe the killing was politically motivated or terrorism-related.
Ann Widdecombe, the former Conservative MP and Brexit campaigner, has died at 78. Police in southwest England are investigating the possibility of murder after she was found with serious injuries at her home. Widdecombe served as an MP for 23 years and later became a prominent figure in the Brexit movement.
Thames Valley police are reportedly preparing to travel to the US to speak with relatives of Virginia Giuffre as part of an ongoing investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. The former Duke of York faces allegations of sexual misconduct and has denied wrongdoing. A separate inquiry by Pizza Express found no evidence to confirm or deny his alibi.
A wildfire in southern Spain's Almeria province has killed at least 12 people, with authorities describing it as an 'unprecedented tragedy.' The victims include British and other foreign nationals, and dozens remain unaccounted for as firefighters battle the blaze.
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures expected to remain high through next week. Western Europe has recorded its hottest June on record, and scientists warn that climate change is making such events more likely and intense.