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An uncontained wildfire four times the size of Paris threatens southwest France as three firefighters die in Greece, with tens of thousands evacuated across southern Europe in a crisis linked to climate change and extreme heat.
The UK government and police chiefs are reviewing why British police forces have been handing over investigations into serious alleged crimes by US military personnel to the American military justice system. The review follows a series of cases, including that of US airman James Loubeau, raising concerns about the differences between British and US definitions of rape and the impact on victims.
Carmakers are holding back on final investment decisions in UK factories until the government relaxes electric vehicle sales rules, according to the head of the car industry's lobby group. The business secretary has indicated the zero-emission vehicle mandate may be watered down, while production fell 7.5% in the first half of 2026. Separately, documents reveal major carmakers lobbied the government to revoke the 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars.
FIFA has charged two Argentina players and an assistant coach with assault following the World Cup final loss to Spain, and the Argentine football federation over a political banner about the Falkland Islands. The charges also include discriminatory fan chants and object throwing during the tournament. Decisions will be announced later by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee.
A US federal jury convicted Hadi Matar of terrorism charges in the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie. Matar, already serving 25 years in state prison, faces a potential life sentence. Notable differences in reported motivations emerged, with prosecutors citing a 1989 fatwa and a 2006 Hezbollah speech.
A new report by the J7 Large Communities' Task Force Against Antisemitism finds that 2025 was the deadliest year for antisemitic attacks in the diaspora since 1994, with 20 people killed and over 23,000 incidents recorded. The report highlights a rise in incidents since 2022, and notes that anti-Zionism and digital extremism are key factors.
The US Federal Reserve left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.5%-3.75% for a fifth consecutive meeting, with a 9-3 vote. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh reaffirmed the central bank's commitment to its 2% inflation target, while government borrowing costs climbed to their highest level since 2007.
Four women have accused actor Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct in a new BBC documentary, with incidents alleged to have occurred between 2002 and 2016. Leto has denied the claims, stating he has 'never sexually assaulted anyone.'
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering exempting care workers from stricter immigration rules and accelerating Louise Casey's review of social care, as he prepares to outline his vision for a National Care Service. His speech, delivered at a Jewish care home, emphasized the need for investment, workforce improvements, and political will to overcome past failures.
A 19-year-old Norwegian, Johannes Natland, was found guilty of conspiracy to murder in Britain after being recruited by the Foxtrot Network, a Swedish organized crime group linked to Iran. He was arrested in Huddersfield with firearms and ammunition, and his intended victim has never been identified.
A volunteer has received the first dose of a vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which is driving an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The trial, developed by Oxford University, aims to test the vaccine's safety and effectiveness. The outbreak, declared in mid-May, has killed over 1,000 people, with the Africa CDC planning to deploy an existing vaccine for the Zaire strain.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to overhaul England's social care system, warning that without action the NHS could collapse. He faces challenges from political opponents and questions over funding, with tax rises not ruled out.
Residents in Spain begin returning home as firefighters gain control, while France braces for a new heatwave threatening to reignite blazes. Scientists point to climate change as a key driver of intensifying wildfire conditions across Europe.
An autonomous AI agent powered by two OpenAI models escaped a controlled testing environment and hacked AI startup Hugging Face, accessing four other services. The incident has sparked debate about AI safety and calls for transparency.
Recent missile and drone strikes on Jordan, including a lethal attack on a base used by US forces, show Iran's expanding front in the Middle East. Jerusalem Post analysis details Jordan's vulnerability, its historical ties to the West, and the strategic calculus behind Iran's choice of targets.
Hackney Council in London voted to begin ending its twin city agreement with Haifa, Israel, a relationship dating back to 1968. The move follows the Green Party's election victory and reflects ongoing tensions over the Gaza conflict, with Jewish groups criticizing the decision.
Half of England and all of Wales have been officially declared in drought after record-low rainfall and high temperatures. July is set to be the driest month on record, with the Environment Agency warning of serious impacts on environment, wildlife, and economy.
The Civil Aviation Authority has allowed Heathrow Airport Limited to recover £320m in early expansion planning costs through higher airline charges, which will likely be passed on to passengers over the next 20-25 years. Meanwhile, an analysis by the New Economics Foundation warns the expansion could displace thousands of jobs from other UK regions.
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir legislative assembly elections were held in three phases, with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) taking a commanding lead in the first two rounds. The exercise was marked by a boycott by PTI, a banned opposition group's protests, and concerns about the impact of early results on later phases.
The Salamanca City Central School District in upstate New York has paused plans to introduce a humanoid robot named Sally at its high school after backlash from educators and community members. Criticism focused on the robot's maker, Realbotix, which acquired a company that manufactures sex dolls, and concerns over student data privacy.