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Boat tragedy in San Francisco: One dead, two missing after pontoon boat capsizes near Alcatraz

One person died, two others remained missing and 16 people were rescued after a three-deck pontoon pleasure boat carrying 19 people capsized in the waters near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco on Tuesday afternoon, prompting a large-scale search involving divers, helicopters and multiple rescue vessels.

The Times of India

UK announces social media curfew for older teens

LONDON - The UK government said Tuesday it will introduce an overnight social media curfew for children aged 16 and 17, after Prime Minister Keir Starmer last month announced an under-16 social media ban.

Bangkok Post

Sneako fuels new debate with ‘indoctrinate America’ message during Saudi Arabia trip amid growing backlash

Sneako is facing continued criticism after comments he made at a FIFA World Cup gathering in New York. During a visit to Saudi Arabia, he posted a photo with the Quran and wrote that he was “preparing to indoctrinate America.” He also responded to Adin Ross, saying he would leave…

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Record-smashing heat wave surges from West to eastern US, Canada

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - A record-smashing heat wave was spreading Tuesday from the Mountain West toward the eastern United States and Canada, placing more than 100 million people under heat alerts.

Bangkok Post

What happened between Adin Ross and Sneako? Feud escalates after controversial rally remarks

Adin Ross has openly criticized Nicolas "Sneako" after the streamer's controversial comments at an Egyptian rally in New York. Ross said he would help pay for Sneako to move to countries like Iran or Afghanistan if that reflected his views. The disagreement followed Sneako's debate with Alex Jones and later…

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US Scientist Kent Carpenter Shot Dead in the Philippines, Partner Sexually Assaulted During Attack

US marine biologist Kent Carpenter has been shot dead in his Negros Oriental home, with police probing his partner's claim she was tied up and sexually assaulted by masked intruders

International Business Times UK

Lebanon, Israel conclude talks, agree to implement ‘pilot zones’

Lebanon and Israel completed a new round of US-mediated negotiations in Rome on Wednesday, agreeing to implement "pilot zones" in southern Lebanon where Israeli forces would withdraw and turn over control to the Lebanese army, the US State Department said. Follow our liveblog to see how the day's events unfolded.

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Ukraine war briefing: Spotlight on ‘hundreds’ of alleged PoW executions by Russia

Ukraine attacks deter Russian shipping in Sea of Azov; loudest cheers for Kyiv’s troops at Bastille Day parade in Paris. What we know on day 1,603

The Guardian - AU

‘Den of spies’: why has Japan been easy prey for Russian espionage, and what is Tokyo doing about it?

Postwar rules limit state collection of intelligence and prosecution of illegal operatives, but the government of Sanae Takaichi is beefing up its capabilities

The Guardian - AU

One person dead and 16 rescued after boat sinks off Alcatraz Island

Firefighters and the U.S. Coast Guard are on the scene

The Independent UK

This man arrived at a Paris airport expecting to catch a flight. Instead, he lived there for the next 18 years

For years, travellers passing through Paris’s Charles de Gaulle Airport encountered a man who seemed to belong to the terminal as much as the passengers, flight boards and waiting areas around him. Mehran Karimi Nasseri lived in the airport for nearly 18 years, turning a small space near Terminal 2F…

The Times of India

"Dumb disgusting low IQ animal": Hasan Piker's explosive Clavicular praise turns into brutal Asmongold attack

Hasan Piker has sparked fresh controversy after praising Clavicular for avoiding political commentary while launching a scathing attack on fellow streamer Asmongold. During a livestream, Hasan accused Asmongold of speaking on issues he does not understand and used harsh insults against him. A viral X post amplified the remarks, igniting…

The Times of India

One person dead and two missing after boat sinks near San Francisco’s Alcatraz Island

Another 16 people rescued after ‘pontoon pleasure boat’ sinks about 600 yards from famous tourist attraction

The Guardian - US

"Charlie’s assassination wasn’t even about him": Candace Owens sparks outrage with explosive new Charlie Kirk assassination claim

Candace Owens is facing fresh backlash after making new claims about Charlie Kirk's death, suggesting he may have been killed after allegedly refusing to participate in a plot against her. A viral X post accused Owens of making the tragedy about herself and condemned her remarks. Her comments have fuelled…

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Iran threatens to halt all Middle East energy exports amid renewed US blockade

Tehran shuts strait of Hormuz and carries out retaliatory strikes as Trump threatens to attack site linked to Iran’s nuclear programme

The Independent UK

Texas declares emergency amid high risk of flash flooding a year after state was hit by Camp Mystic disaster that killed 28

Severe weather will hit nearly 60 counties, with flash flood warnings in effect for parts of south-central Texas

International Business Times UK

House Passes Sunshine Protection Act 308-117: Permanent Daylight Saving Time Now Heads to Senate

The US House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent, ending biannual clock changes. The bill now moves to the Senate, facing historical challenges.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk's $1m Wisconsin Voter Giveaway Could Now Become A Criminal Case

Elon Musk may face criminal charges in Wisconsin for allegedly violating election laws by distributing £785,000 to voters. The case has been referred to the district attorney for potential prosecution.

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In 2004, Mark Zuckerberg asked his Harvard roommate Joe Green to join Facebook: Green said no, and the missed stake has been estimated at hundreds of millions

In 2004, Joe Green chose not to accept Mark Zuckerberg's invitation to Facebook, largely due to previous disciplinary troubles at Harvard and his father's fears about potential expulsion. This pivotal decision led to a significant missed opportunity, as Green later ventured into politics and created Causes, a platform for social…

The Guardian - UK

Seven Britons among 12 foreign nationals killed in Spain’s deadly wildfires

Fire broke out last Thursday in the southeastern province of Almería, which is home to many foreign residents

International Business Times UK

Trump Slashes Bears Ears, Grand Staircase by 90% to Open 3M Acres for Mining

President Trump reduces Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante monuments by over 90%, sparking legal challenges from tribal nations and conservation groups.

France 24

WHO launches first trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo strain of Ebola

The World Health Organization launched the first clinical trial on Tuesday to test whether an antiviral drug can prevent infection in people exposed to the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as the outbreak continues to outpace response efforts and spread beyond known chains of transmission.

The Times of India

Facebook rejected Brian Acton’s job application in 2009: Five years later, it paid him $19 billion to buy WhatsApp

Facebook rejected Brian Acton for a job in 2009. He later co-founded WhatsApp, which grew rapidly. Smartphones changed communication, and WhatsApp offered simple messaging. Facebook acquired WhatsApp for up to $19 billion in 2014. This marked a significant irony in the technology industry.

International Business Times UK

US Cyclospora Outbreak Targets 'Healthy' Eating: About 3,000 Cases Linked to Salads and Fresh Produce

Investigators say they are still unable to name a single culprit food, even as nearly 2,900 Cyclospora cases push everyday salads, herbs and fruit under intense scrutiny.

The Guardian - US

US marshal shot dead serving arrest warrant in Louisiana

Clarence Frazier Jr charged with murder over killing of Drew Hanson and could face death penalty if convicted

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