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A fire at a Bangkok music bar, Rong Beer Na Ladprao, has killed 30 people and hospitalized over 70, with 24 in critical condition. The blaze, the city’s deadliest in 17 years, broke out late Sunday and took 30 minutes to control. Victims were found trapped in windowless bathrooms, and an investigation into the cause and safety compliance is ongoing.

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran targeting coastal defense systems and maritime capabilities, following President Trump's reinstatement of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and announcement of tolls for ships. Iran retaliated with attacks on Bahrain, Jordan, and two UAE-linked tankers, killing one mariner and wounding eight, prompting the UAE to threaten retaliation. Both nations are vying for control of the strategic strait, which handles a fifth of global traded crude oil and gas.

Subpoenas were issued to five New York Times journalists reporting on security concerns related to a Qatari-gifted Air Force One, with critics calling the move a dangerous escalation in efforts to intimidate independent media. The Trump administration and Justice Department officials reportedly coordinated the action, which has drawn condemnation from media advocates as a threat to press freedom.

A fire at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao bar in Bangkok has killed 30 people, with over 70 hospitalized and 24 in critical condition. The blaze, which broke out late Sunday, is the city's deadliest in 17 years. An investigation into the cause and safety compliance is ongoing.

Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett will testify before a House appropriations panel to request increased security funding due to rising threats against the judiciary. The court seeks $228 million for next fiscal year, including $15 million for expanded personal protection for justices and $2 million for an off-site residential security post.

Oil prices increased due to intensified fighting in the Middle East, particularly affecting the Strait of Hormuz, while Asian stock markets declined, especially in AI-related sectors. The U.S. and Iran are asserting control over the strait, causing disruptions in oil tanker traffic and concerns about supply stability. AI stocks like Micron Technology and Nvidia saw significant losses, impacting major indices like the Nikkei 225 and Kospi.

President Donald Trump is welcoming Iraq's new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to the White House, following Trump's public support for his candidacy. The meeting focuses on U.S. pressure for Iraq to disarm Iran-backed militias, which have resisted disbanding despite government deadlines. Al-Zaidi, a businessman with no political background, previously led a bank banned by Iraq’s central bank under U.S. pressure for financial violations.

The US is experiencing a severe wildfire season with deadly incidents, resource allocation challenges, and extreme weather conditions. Authorities are pre-positioning crews and equipment to combat fires exacerbated by drought, low snowpack, and hot, dry winds. Over 2,000 fires have been confirmed since July, with 16 incident management teams deployed across multiple states.

The sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham at 71 from an aortic tear has sparked discussions about aging politicians and health transparency. Sen. Mitch McConnell's recent hospitalization for a fall and mild pneumonia further fueled speculation, with calls for greater disclosure about leaders' health.

Florida is set to execute 74-year-old Dennis Sochor, making him the oldest inmate executed in the state's modern history. The execution is part of a planned series targeting three older death row prisoners in a month, highlighting Florida's active death penalty schedule and aging inmate population.

President Donald Trump has attempted to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz through military and diplomatic measures, but experts suggest securing the waterway requires significant U.S. military escalation. Iran’s asymmetric warfare capabilities, including hidden drones and missiles, complicate efforts to restore oil tanker traffic, with rising tensions threatening to escalate into broader conflict.

An ICE officer fatally shot a 26-year-old Colombian national in Biddeford, Maine, during a traffic stop, with ICE stating the officer acted due to 'fearing for public safety.' Conflicting accounts emerged, including a witness reporting the driver said, 'I tried to stop,' while the Maine attorney general’s office and FBI are investigating.

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran following President Trump's announcement of reinstating a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and proposing tolls for ship passage. Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain and two UAE-linked tankers, killing one mariner and wounding eight. The U.S. military targeted Iranian coastal defense systems, while the UAE threatened retaliation.

A fire at a Bangkok music bar called Rong Beer Na Ladprao killed at least 27 people, with most victims found trapped in windowless bathrooms due to blocked exits and smoke inhalation. Investigations focus on potential safety violations, including obstructed exits and flammable materials near the stage.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help to locate 28-year-old dancer Michael-Anthony Leones Espino, who was last seen in west Miami-Dade County. Espino, known for performing with Latin artists like Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía, may require assistance, according to missing person flyers. Deputies have cordoned off his family’s home with crime scene tape.

The US launched strikes on Iran following President Trump's reinstatement of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by attacking UAE tankers and Bahrain, killing one mariner and wounding eight others. The US announced a policy shift to charge tolls for safe passage, escalating regional tensions.

The UAE reported Iran attacked two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crewmember and injuring eight others. The U.S. launched strikes on Iran hours earlier, with President Trump announcing a reinstated blockade and proposed tolls for ships in the strait. Iran retaliated with attacks on Bahrain and the tankers, escalating regional tensions.

President Donald Trump reduced the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah by about 90% each, using the Antiquities Act to undo protections established by previous presidents. The move faces opposition from Native American tribes and environmental concerns, while Utah officials and Republicans support the reduction for resource development. Trump's action aligns with broader efforts to reshape public land management in Western states.

El Salvador's ruling party Nuevas Ideas ratified President Nayib Bukele's candidacy for the 2027 presidential election, enabling a third consecutive term. The party's supermajority in the legislative assembly passed constitutional reforms allowing indefinite presidential re-election and extending the term to six years. Critics, including lawyers and human rights advocates, argue this violates a 2021 court ruling banning consecutive terms and concentrates power.

Una cúpula de calor traerá temperaturas récord a Estados Unidos, con más de 90 récords igualados o rotos esta semana, enfocándose especialmente en récords nocturnos. Las altas temperaturas nocturnas aumentan los riesgos para la salud, incluyendo muertes relacionadas con el calor en Nueva Jersey y avivamiento de incendios forestales en el oeste.