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Keyshawn Hall, a 6-foot-7 forward who averaged 19.3 points per game at Auburn last season, has committed to St. John's. The move comes as he fights for an extra year of eligibility in a lawsuit against the NCAA, with a hearing set for Sept. 22.
A new survey by the Center for Jewish Impact finds that 52% of Israelis are concerned about revealing their nationality abroad, with 41% changing their behavior since October 7. The study also highlights concerns about public diplomacy, with 70% calling Israeli efforts ineffective, while also showing optimism about improving Israel's global standing and social cohesion.
Luka Doncic hosted nearly the entire Los Angeles Lakers roster for a four-day minicamp in Slovenia, centered on workouts and bonding. The trip spotlighted his offseason conditioning overhaul and came as Doncic skipped Slovenia's National team duty due to family obligations and a custody battle.
FIFA's chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has left the organization after publicly criticizing President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights. His exit has prompted Hungary's Sandor Csanyi to withdraw support, joining other vice-presidents and national federations in a growing revolt ahead of Infantino's re-election bid.
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice is under investigation by the UK parliamentary standards watchdog over a possible failure to declare an interest. The probe follows a complaint from a Liberal Democrat MP regarding an undeclared loan, while Tice has rejected the allegations as politically motivated.
Nigel Farage faces mounting scrutiny over a £5m gift from cryptocurrency billionaire Christopher Harborne, with HMRC and parliamentary investigations underway. New reporting also details financial ties between Farage, convicted fraudster George Cottrell, and donations to Reform UK.
The Metropolitan police are investigating payments to Reform UK linked to Fiona Cottrell, whose son George, a convicted fraudster, transferred over $2m to her before donations. Labour has asked the Electoral Commission to examine potential breaches of donation rules.
Hungary has blocked further procedural steps in Ukraine's EU accession negotiations, delaying the start of talks on two clusters covering single market integration and economic and social policies. EU officials say securing Hungary's support will require 'political leverage,' and no progress is expected until September.
Russian officials have accused the European Union of becoming a distributor of military orders for Ukraine, while downplaying planned Coalition of the Willing exercises in Poland as symbolic. The statements come amid heightened tensions over Western support for Ukraine.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu's visit to Kiev for the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit may involve preparations for arms transit through Moldovan territory, according to a Russian-Moldovan expert. The report also covers Moldova's military buildup and criticism from former president Igor Dodon.
France's annual Bastille Day parade featured allied European troops and Ukrainian soldiers alongside French forces, with President Emmanuel Macron hosting his final national day procession. Leaders from two dozen countries attended, and the parade coincided with a summit of Ukraine allies and new defence initiatives.
The Metropolitan police are investigating £500,000 in donations to Reform UK made by Fiona Cottrell, mother of George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster and ally of Nigel Farage. The investigation, launched after an Electoral Commission referral, has seen two people interviewed under caution. Separately, Farage faces a standards inquiry over an undeclared £5m gift, and polling suggests his popularity has fallen sharply.
An LGBTQ+ cruise ship carrying 2,000 passengers was blocked from docking in Turkey and later refused entry into Egypt, prompting rerouting and criticism from performers and passengers. Authorities cited 'moral values' in Turkey, while Egypt gave no official reason.
Thousands of protesters in Albania are demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation, with demonstrations that began over a luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner expanding into a broader movement against government corruption. Police have used tear gas and water cannons, leading to detentions and injuries.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said the West is effectively at war with Russia due to mercenaries in Ukraine, called for peace through dialogue, and stressed Europe's future depends on unity with the East. He also backed Ukraine's EU accession only after other candidates join.
As a ferocious heatwave tightens its grip across Western Europe, France places half its mainland departments on red alert, Belgium braces for record temperatures, and countries cancel events and restrict services. Climate scientists point to human-driven climate change as a key amplifier of the extreme heat, which has already been linked to several deaths.
European Union member states have agreed to open the first stage of accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, a move long blocked by Hungary's previous government. The talks are set to begin on Monday in Luxembourg, marking a significant step in both countries' efforts to join the bloc.
The leaders of the UK, France and Germany have endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for direct ceasefire talks with Russia, following a meeting in London. The move comes amid continued drone attacks and Russian strikes, with Moscow dismissing the proposal for now.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe is ready for negotiations with Russia to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, according to TASS. Moscow has reportedly named former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder as preferred negotiator, while ex-top diplomat Sigmar Gabriel urged Europe to step up and propose Merkel or Stubb as mediators.
EU and Western Balkan leaders gathered in Montenegro for a summit focused on accelerating EU enlargement, with a new Franco-German initiative offering incentives for faster reforms. Host Montenegro is seen as the frontrunner among six candidate countries, while geopolitical tensions with Russia and China loom large.