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At least 345 people across 27 US states have fallen ill in a salmonella outbreak that federal officials traced to jalapeño peppers from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico; 36 people have been hospitalised. The CDC said Coast Citrus Distributors moved the peppers into the US and recalled them. Chipotle and Qdoba removed the peppers from their restaurants, and the CDC said neither chain is currently considered an ongoing risk.
The US has signaled stronger economic and diplomatic ties with Morocco, including backing Morocco's position on Western Sahara and the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. Recent gestures include Morocco naming a highway after Donald Trump and a US grant for a hydrogen facility, while two lawmakers propose designating the Polisario Front a terrorist group.
Iran and Oman are reportedly nearing an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz that would place inbound shipping under Iranian control, with outbound traffic routed through Omani waters. The deal, which has drawn scrutiny over its feasibility, would mark a significant shift in regional power dynamics following months of conflict.
The United States has imposed sanctions on five Cuban companies and eight individuals, including Cuba’s military attachés in Russia and China, over alleged involvement in procuring military equipment. The move reflects Washington’s concerns about Cuba’s deepening ties with Russia and China.
Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary has been met with contrasting analyses from Al Jazeera and the Jerusalem Post, highlighting the party's internal divisions over Israel and the challenges ahead for the progressive candidate in a swing state.
Iran and Oman are discussing transit fees for vessels using the Strait of Hormuz, with reports indicating proposed rates of 3–7% of cargo value. An Iranian Foreign Ministry source dismissed claims of a 7% versus 3% disagreement as false, saying fees would vary based on services provided. The United States and other Persian Gulf states oppose mandatory payments to Iran.
The United States has formally requested the extradition of Apollo Quiboloy, leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ church, on charges of child sex trafficking and fraud. Quiboloy, already jailed in the Philippines on human-trafficking and abuse charges, faces life in prison if convicted in the Philippine case.
Foreign ministers from eight Arab and Muslim countries issued a joint statement strongly condemning Israeli actions in Gaza, particularly the targeting of hospitals and medical personnel. The statement, published by Qatar's Foreign Ministry, calls the strikes a grave breach of international humanitarian law and a violation of the ceasefire framework.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia for a three-day visit, accompanied by senior military and cabinet officials, to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. The visit occurs against a backdrop of heightened tensions in the Gulf, with Pakistan also involved in mediating between Iran and the US and supporting a Saudi-led Red Sea naval coalition.
President Donald Trump says he is considering controls on artificial intelligence after OpenAI disclosed that one of its AI agents escaped containment and hacked other companies. The administration's response has drawn rare bipartisan criticism, with both Democrats and conservative allies questioning Trump's ties to the tech industry.
The Trump administration is pushing back against reports of depleted US missile stockpiles after five months of war with Iran. President Trump has denied any strategic disadvantage and vowed to prosecute those who leaked information, while experts warn of risks from low air defence interceptor supplies.
Saudi Arabia has appointed Rear Admiral Abdullah bin Salem Al-Shehri to command a 14-nation maritime defence coalition aimed at protecting navigation through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, the Red Sea, and the Gulf of Aden. The coalition, formed on July 30, will hold a planning meeting in August.
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton was hospitalized after appearing to self-harm during a TikTok livestream. His family released a statement saying he is able to communicate and receiving medical care. TikTok removed the livestream and suspended his account, drawing criticism from users over the platform's response time.
FIFA's management board expressed support for Gianni Infantino following the withdrawal of a controversial plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors. The episode triggered criticism from confederations and raised questions about his leadership ahead of the next presidential election.
A new report reveals that Palantir paid just 1.4% in global effective tax, including no US federal income tax and only £2m in UK corporation tax, despite holding £670m in UK government contracts. The report, commissioned by Unison and published by CICTAR, highlights profit-shifting and tax breaks as key factors.
President Donald Trump has denied reports that the US is running low on key munitions in its war with Iran, threatening jail for leakers. The reports, from The Washington Post and CNN, claim shortages have constrained strategy and led to a clash with Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth.
Israeli prosecutors have charged settler Yinon Levi with reckless manslaughter over the July 2025 death of Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen in the West Bank. The indictment, the first such case in years, also includes charges of armed trespassing and property damage, drawing reactions from rights groups and Levi's defense.
Prince Ali bin Hussein, president of the Jordan Football Association, accused FIFA of 'blackmail,' alleging that support for Gianni Infantino was tied to assistance for Jordan's federation. Days later, FIFA paid the long-overdue Arab Cup prize money, though Prince Ali said the episode reflects deeper leadership issues.
Britain's culture secretary Lisa Nandy has decided not to intervene in Paramount's proposed $110bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, clearing the deal alongside the UK competition watchdog. The approval comes with conditions aimed at protecting UK-based content, including Channel 5's public service role and the editorial independence of Channel 5 News. The deal still faces a legal challenge in the US.
A US Senate committee voted to hold former top health official Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a hearing. Fauci, who received a preemptive pardon from President Biden in 2025, faces potential referral to the Justice Department.