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The US Senate has voted to invoke war powers to force President Donald Trump to halt military action against Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats. The non-binding resolution is largely symbolic but reflects public discontent with the conflict.
A major inquiry has found that more than 500 mothers and babies suffered potentially avoidable harm or died due to poor care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. The report highlighted a 'bullying and toxic culture' and systemic failures, prompting government action and criticism from bereaved families.
UNAids chief Winnie Byanyima has warned that the US decision to withdraw HIV and Aids funding from South Africa could cost lives and reverse years of progress. The US had been contributing about $400 million annually through Pepfar, while South Africa's health ministry says it is working towards self-reliance.
As a heatwave grips Great Britain and Europe, the National Energy System Operator (Neso) has issued a rare summer warning, asking generators to provide extra electricity. The heat has led to high demand, reduced output from gas and nuclear plants, and a sharp rise in electricity prices across European markets.
Deutsche Bahn suspended all train services across Germany due to a nationwide IT disruption affecting the GSM-R digital railway radio system. Services resumed after about two and a half hours, but delays persisted into Wednesday morning. The company apologized and issued vouchers to affected passengers.
Alibaba has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense, challenging its designation as a 'Chinese military company'. The company argues the listing has no basis in fact or law, while the Pentagon maintains its regulatory ties to Beijing. The case adds to a growing list of Chinese tech firms facing US restrictions.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged to make the transition of power as easy as possible after announcing his resignation. Andy Burnham is the clear frontrunner, with nominations for the Labour leadership opening on July 9.
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a special investigation after a Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home near Houston, killing a 76-year-old woman. The driver told police he was using the vehicle's automated driving system, but Tesla executives dispute that the technology was at fault. The incident has renewed scrutiny of Tesla's driver-assistance features.
The UK has broken its June temperature record for three consecutive days, with the Met Office issuing rare red warnings. Schools, hospitals, and transport networks are struggling, while experts attribute the extreme heat to climate breakdown.
President Trump announced that work will begin immediately to repair Washington DC's Reflecting Pool, which is plagued by green algae and vandalism. The pool may need to be drained and refilled for a second time this month, and officials have vowed to prosecute vandals.
A shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood left a police officer, a civilian and the armed suspect dead. Police have not disclosed a motive, while authorities investigate the suspect's manifesto and potential links to 'incel' ideology.
The UK government has unveiled plans to require social media companies like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok to boost content from trusted news providers, citing the threat of misinformation to democracy. The proposals, which could extend to local and national newspapers, have sparked debate over defining trustworthy news and platform regulation.
The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of TV presenter Savannah Guthrie, has taken a new turn following reports that a second ransom note claimed she had died. The Guthrie family believes the notes are authenticasi and has released a video appealing to the kidnappers, while a $1m reward is offered for information leading to her return.
In February 2024, Romanian hospitals faced a coordinated ransomware attack that forced more than 100 facilities offline. The quick decision to disconnect from the internet and the shift to manual processes helped avert patient harm, providing a test case for global disaster planning.
Lionel Messi scored twice to become the all-time leading scorer in men's World Cup history, leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory over Austria and securing their place in the last 32.
Thalha Jubair and Owen Flowers pleaded guilty to offences linked to a 2024 cyber-attack on Transport for London that cost £39m and affected 10 million people. The National Crime Agency believes the attack was carried out by the Scattered Spider hacking group. In a separate case, a teenager was arrested and charged in the US over alleged involvement with the same group.
Kenyan lawyer and former justice minister Martha Karua was denied entry to Uganda and sent back home, according to the Uganda Law Society. She had travelled to defend opposition leader Kizza Besigye, who is on trial for treason. Ugandan authorities have not given a reason for the decision.
UK media report that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce plans to step down, following a by-election victory by rival Andy Burnham. The reports come amid deep Labour unrest and declining popularity for Starmer.
Hassan Akkad, a prominent Syrian-British activist and documentarian, was detained in Damascus over social media posts critical of a journalist, leading to his release after four days when the complaint was withdrawn. The case has raised concerns about the use of Assad-era cybercrime laws against activists.
King Charles III will become the first British monarch to disclose his personal tax bill, releasing details as part of the annual royal financial accounts. The move, described by the palace as the king's express wish, aims to modernize and improve transparency of royal finances.