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- Protests in Ukraine's cities against Zelensky's removal of defence minister
Protests in Ukraine's cities have erupted over President Zelensky's removal of defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The president has not provided an explanation for the dismissal, leading to unrest among civil society and the military.
- Wema Bank warns customers over fake apps targeting banking details
Wema Bank warned customers about fake apps targeting their banking details. In June, the bank temporarily suspended communications on its X and Telegram accounts to protect against fraudulent activities and account impersonation.
- I'm 52 and can't find a full-time job. I wasn't prepared for the shame of no longer being seen as a viable candidate.
Jodi Karpes, a 52-year-old public relations professional in Florida, struggles to find full-time work despite re-entering the job market after immigrating from South Africa. She faces emotional challenges and age bias, having left a successful 17-year business and experiencing difficulties in securing stable employment, leading to self-doubt and financial strain.
- India news: India sees rise in murders linked to rejected romantic advances
India is experiencing an increase in murders linked to rejected romantic advances, highlighted by a recent case in Bengaluru where a student was allegedly stabbed after rejecting a marriage proposal. DW reports on the trend of such violence across the country.
- Peru Strengthens Asia-Pacific and Central America Trade Ties with New Free Trade Deals
Peru has signed new free trade agreements with Hong Kong and Guatemala, granting zero-tariff access for Peruvian goods in sectors like fishing and agriculture, and allowing Peruvian firms in design, business services, and application development to export to Hong Kong without requiring a local office.
- Alzheimer's 'wonder drug' could delay disease for three years - 90% of brain damage vanished in new trial
A potential Alzheimer's drug may delay the disease for three years, with 90% of brain damage disappearing in a new trial. The results suggest significant therapeutic promise for treating Alzheimer's.
- A dismal glimpse into the future: Scientists give their chilling predictions for life in the 2100s
Scientists have shared bleak predictions about life in the 2100s, describing a 'dismal glimpse into the future' through 'chilling' forecasts.
- Is your avocado oil FAKE? Study warns 89% of foods that claim to be made with the trendy oil are bulked out with cheap alternatives
A study warns that 89% of foods claiming to use avocado oil are adulterated with cheaper alternatives. The findings highlight widespread mislabeling of products marketed as containing the trendy oil.
- Shirtless Ben Shephard baffles fans as he shares 'get ready with me' video to launch skincare brand with a very 'unfortunate' name
Ben Shephard shared a 'get ready with me' video to promote his new skincare brand, which he appears shirtless in the video. The brand's name is described as 'unfortunate'.
- Brazil Police Indict ‘Careca do INSS’ and 47 Others in $1.24 Billion Pension Fraud
Brazilian police have indicted 'Careca do INSS' and 47 others in a $1.24 billion pension fraud case involving unauthorized deductions from 6 million INSS beneficiaries between 2019 and 2024.
- Can't be bothered with full foundation in hot weather? The You magazine team recommend their favourite tinted SPFs
The article discusses avoiding full foundation in hot weather and recommends tinted SPFs as an alternative, as suggested by the You magazine team.
- China memory-chip maker CXMT set for mega IPO
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) is preparing for a large initial public offering (IPO) on Shanghai’s Star Market, with shares priced at 8.66 yuan per share. The IPO could raise up to 66.6 billion yuan if the 15% overallotment option is exercised, making it mainland China’s second biggest IPO.
- Snapchat threats and selfies with knives: The digital clues that helped solve Harvey Willgoose's murder
The murder of Harvey Willgoose was solved using digital clues such as Snapchat threats and selfies with knives, highlighting the role of social media in criminal investigations.
- 2027: Labour Party uploaded candidates’ names before INEC deadline – Spokesperson
The Labour Party uploaded its candidates' names to the INEC portal on 10 July, ahead of the deadline specified by the electoral body.
- Mainland schools for Hong Kong pupils beat city average in university entrance exams
Two of four mainland China schools in the Greater Bay Area outperformed Hong Kong's citywide average in university entrance exams, with most students passing core subjects. These schools are the only mainland institutions approved by the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority to register students for the Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) exams.
- FORECAST: Heat index near 100 degrees through the weekend
High temperatures and humidity will push the heat index near 100 degrees through the weekend, with similar conditions expected. Afternoon storms are likely by Saturday and Sunday, bringing heavy downpours and lightning. Wildfire smoke from Canada may cause hazy skies, but air quality impacts remain uncertain.
- Virginia SNAP enrollment drops 100K and more state headlines
Virginia's SNAP enrollment has decreased by 100,000 as federal cuts impact food pantries. Additional headlines include a potential new law to boost energy storage, a sales tax holiday, a report of an armed person at Virginia Military Institute, and a heatwave with high temperatures.
- The AI boom tests the limits of growth
The AI industry's rapid growth is driving unprecedented electricity demand, with Google's consumption rising over 140% from 2021 to 2025. Tech companies like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta are improving energy efficiency but face scrutiny over whether environmental and financial costs justify AI model expansion. Experts debate if large-scale AI models deliver sufficient benefits to offset resource demands.
- I'm a therapist with a modeling side hustle. The extra cash is nice, but it also helps offset the emotional weight of my day job.
Mia Cosco balances a modeling side hustle with her full-time job as a children's behavioral therapist. She began modeling at 14 despite her father's initial discouragement, using it to build confidence and creativity. Modeling provides financial support and emotional relief for her therapy work.
- How to Research Private Schools Like an Investigative Reporter
ProPublica investigated private schools and found examples of institutions with serious issues, such as a school in Arkansas linked to a founder accused of a 'Fight Club' and a former superintendent in Florida who received public funds after mismanaging charter school money. The article highlights the lack of oversight for private schools compared to public ones, with many states taking a hands-off approach.
- Trump Administration Argues for Fencing Off Park Next to White House
The Trump administration advocates for fencing Lafayette Square Park near the White House, with President Trump and the Secret Service citing security concerns over protests.
- Ukrainians protest over Zelenskyy's move to oust popular defense chief
Ukrainians are demonstrating in Kyiv and senior figures are resigning over President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to remove his popular defense chief.
- Ukrainians protest over Zelenskyy's move to oust popular defense chief
Ukrainians are demonstrating in Kyiv and senior figures are resigning in response to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to remove a popular defense chief.
- Catching up in the AI race? India gets its second AI unicorn in a month
Two Indian AI startups have become unicorns in a month, raising hopes that India could shed its reputation as an AI laggard.
- Trump to give primetime speech on 2020 election: Sources
Trump is set to deliver a primetime speech on the 2020 election. He has repeatedly promoted debunked conspiracy theories to assert that his 2020 election loss was fraudulent.
- Bugatti's Americas COO remembers clients' kids' birthdays — and makes his own PowerPoints
Bugatti Americas COO Sascha Doering emphasizes personal relationships with high-earning clients, including remembering their children's birthdays and maintaining regular contact. The company is preparing to produce its new Tourbillon hybrid hypercar, limited to 250 units, which combines a V16 engine with electric motors.
- Watch: Tamil Nadu will get an international sports stadium within three years: Aadhav Arjuna
Tamil Nadu will receive an international sports stadium within three years, as stated by Aadhav Arjuna. The announcement highlights plans for a major infrastructure project in the state.
- How Israel Tried and Failed to Change the Iranian Regime
The U.S. and Israel collaborated to change Iran's regime, but Israel's failure to install Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as Iran's leader caused the U.S. to shift focus to attacks without a plan for a new government.
- Netanyahu cancels trip to the US scheduled for next week
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has cancelled a trip to the US scheduled for next week due to the postponement of the funeral of Senator Lindsay Graham. A senior Israeli official mentioned Netanyahu wanted to meet Trump during the visit, but it was unclear if that would happen. A White House official denied any scheduled meetings between Trump and Netanyahu.
- Roads turn into rivers of ice and towns turn white in Germany and France as freak hail storms and howling winds hammer Europe ahead of yet another roasting heatwave
Germany and France experienced severe weather with roads turning into icy rivers and towns covered in white due to freak hail storms and strong winds. The storms occurred ahead of an impending heatwave in Europe.
- VPN use in UK doubles as people circumvent porn laws
VPN usage in the UK has doubled as people bypass pornography laws. Regulator Ofcom reported evidence of children using the technology to circumvent these restrictions.
- Venezuelans dig to find their loved ones
Two rare-magnitude earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, causing widespread destruction in the state of La Guaira on the Caribbean coast. Buildings collapsed, leaving tens of thousands missing as rescue efforts continue without adequate external assistance.
- Alec and Hilaria Baldwin pull $19 million Hamptons home off the market—again
Alec and Hilaria Baldwin have removed their Hamptons home from the market again, weeks after reducing the asking price by $1 million and announcing plans to spend the summer in Spain.
- Oil companies are making billions. In the U.S., calls to tax their windfall are growing
Higher oil prices since the Iran war began have led to excess profits for many oil companies. Some U.S. lawmakers are advocating to tax these windfall profits and allocate the funds to lower-income Americans.
- MORNING GLORY: I asked Trump if he was prepared to remove Iran’s new leaders
President Donald Trump discussed the potential to target Iran's leadership, including lower-tier members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), during an interview. The article notes Trump's previous statements on potential military action and the recent breakdown of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
- CHAD WOLF: Canada can't expect free trade while leaving our northern border vulnerable
The U.S. accuses Canada of failing to secure the northern border, leading to increased cartel activity and drug smuggling. The Trump administration delayed renewing the USMCA trade agreement, citing Canada's restrictive trade practices, including its dairy supply management system and illicit cigarette market.
- The Army Veteran Killed Outside His ‘Trump House’
An Army veteran was killed outside his home referred to as 'Trump House'. A photograph of him and his wife, Maria Garcia, is displayed outside their residence.
- ‘Terrifying’: Teacher raped his student who just finished eighth grade, but Delaware authorities never notified the public
A Delaware teacher, Thomas Herlihy, sexually abused a student who had just completed eighth grade over 2.5 years. He was charged in Delaware with 44 felony counts, including rape and sexual abuse, and later pleaded guilty to one count in New Jersey. Delaware authorities did not publicly disclose his indictment or conviction despite standard practices in child abuse cases.
- Why does the US want to ‘dismantle’ the international criminal court? | Kenneth Roth
The Trump administration, including Secretary of state Marco Rubio, is targeting the International Criminal Court (ICC), claiming it threatens US sovereignty. The administration seeks to dismantle the ICC to avoid accountability for war crimes, even in ICC member states. Rubio's arguments against the court are described as unfounded.
- ‘People think you’ve got 10,000 cats’: the support group for hoarders
A UK housing association is addressing hoarding issues with an empathetic approach as hoarders face challenges like eviction and lack of basic amenities. Individuals like Tony, Sarah, and Sian Cowley share experiences of living in unsafe conditions due to fears of intervention.