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In the Middle East

American forces struck targets along Iran’s southern coast for the third time in a week after attacks on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil markets moved fast, Brent crude climbed above $78 a barrel in early Asian trading, and tanker traffic has already slowed.

Retired U.S. General Mark Kimmitt warned the latest exchange could widen into a broader regional conflict. That’s the kind of escalation nobody wants in a shipping lane this important.

In climate and weather

Britain could still face more extreme heat this summer, with forecasters saying recent heatwaves may only be the beginning of a season shaped by prolonged hot weather. Across Europe, new data show about 10,000 excess deaths during June heatwaves, and World Weather Attribution says the conditions would have been virtually impossible without climate change.

In crime and public safety

Police in Vietnam are investigating a tourist boat capsize that killed 15 Indian tourists, about 400 meters from shore. Investigators are looking at overcrowding, safety failures, and delayed rescue efforts to determine whether a survivable accident became a fatal one.

In New York, former professional basketball player Kinu Rochford was shot and killed during a summer tournament in Harlem. Police say the shooter has not been caught.

In Kent, police are still searching urgently for a man reported missing since Saturday.

In U.S. politics

A federal judge ruled that key allegations accusing Hunter Biden of involvement in an Iranian bribery scheme were fabricated, and that ruling led to a $1.7 million punitive damages award against former Overstock.com chief executive Patrick Byrne.

Meanwhile, Palm Beach International Airport has been renamed for President Trump, making him the first sitting U.S. president to have an airport named after him. The new logo drew attention for the wrong reasons.

In U.S. news

The Justice Department has sent legal demands to several journalists after reports about a security issue involving President Trump. Federal agents also visited newsroom staff at their homes after a tense White House meeting about how the information became public.

In the Senate, Republican Lindsey Graham died Saturday after a brief illness, his office said Sunday. He was a 23-year veteran of the chamber and a major figure in foreign and domestic policy debates.

In Wilmington, Delaware, a 17-year-old was critically injured in a Sunday night shooting near West 4th and North DuPont streets. Police say the investigation is ongoing.

And in Philadelphia, crews were still cleaning up after Saturday evening storms toppled hundreds of trees and cut power across the city. Another heat wave is expected later this week.

In the Middle East and Europe

The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iranian targets on Sunday, saying the aim was to weaken Iran’s ability to hit civilian mariners and commercial ships near the Strait of Hormuz. The fighting has intensified with missile and drone attacks on both sides, and Brent crude jumped more than 4 percent as markets reacted to the risk around a key global shipping route.

In France, firefighters brought in aircraft after a fast-moving wildfire broke out in the Fontainebleau forest southeast of Paris. The blaze burned more than 800 hectares, forced evacuations in nearby villages, and disrupted highway and rail travel during a busy summer weekend.

Spain is also dealing with severe wildfire damage. A 93-year-old woman died after being hospitalized with burns, lifting the death toll there to 13, while authorities say the fires have burned about 17,300 acres and displaced more than 1,000 people.

In sports

Jannik Sinner won his second straight Wimbledon title after beating Alexander Zverev in four sets, 6-7, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4. Zverev appeared to be bothered by a knee issue after slipping on the grass during a key point in the third set, which is an unfortunate way to discover that Centre Court does not forgive.

In the Middle East

The United States carried out fresh strikes against Iranian targets for a second straight night on Sunday, saying the aim was to weaken Iran’s military. World leaders are calling for de-escalation as the exchange threatens to widen further.

In weather and public health

A major heat dome is spreading from the interior West into the Upper Midwest and is expected to push east later this week. Separately, an early estimate suggests more than 2,700 people in the UK may have died from heat-related causes during the severe heatwaves in May and June. The figure is not final, but it points to a serious public health toll.

In the UK

The Home Office says it will spend more than £250 million over three years to increase security for Jewish communities in England and Wales. The plan would add more than 500 officers around neighborhoods, schools, synagogues, and community centres, and strengthen counter-terrorism efforts after a series of antisemitic incidents.

Public health doctors are also warning that badly handled workplace disciplinary hearings are costing the UK economy £28.5 billion a year, while pushing staff toward burnout. And homelessness in England could rise by 25% by 2030, unless ministers move toward a more aggressive housing-first approach.

In business and technology

California pulled in more than $335 billion in venture capital this year, far ahead of New York and Texas, with nearly 90% of the money going to AI firms. Los Angeles-area startups alone drew nearly $8 billion across 207 deals.

Anthropic has admitted an erroneous £12.2 million billing demand after a South Korean Claude user said repeated charge attempts blocked his main credit card. The company said the mistake was real after several failed charges and four days of support delay.

In U.S. politics

The death of Sen. Lindsey Graham at 71 has renewed debate over the age and stamina of Congress, and it also complicates several Republican policy efforts. Graham was a key Trump ally and Senate dealmaker, with a hand in aid packages, tax fights, and the party’s broader legislative machinery.

In Asia and the Middle East

Thai media say at least 27 people were killed in a fire at a bar in Bangkok. Unverified footage showed flames blasting out of the venue as people tried to escape.

Iraq’s prime minister is set to visit Washington for talks with President Trump on strategic ties, including oil and gas deals, trade, investment, and broader economic cooperation.

In U.S. news

The new 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law, aiming to speed office-to-apartment conversions with grants, faster environmental reviews, zoning help, and HUD guidance for certain layouts. The timing is awkward in the useful way, since a Manhattan conversion project in the former Pfizer building was evacuated after support columns buckled and floors sagged.

FBI Director Kash Patel says the bureau is helping local authorities after the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina. Trump said Graham sounded tired during their final call, and Graham died hours later after what his office called a brief and sudden illness.

In Africa

South Africa is facing a new wave of anti-migrant violence that police say has left at least four people dead and forced thousands of African nationals from their homes. Analysts say the unrest, tied to groups including Operation Dudula and March and March, is unlike anything seen since apartheid ended.

Mali’s army says about 30 soldiers were killed and 60 wounded as government forces retook the town of Anefis after nearly a week of fighting.

In sports

Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon men’s title by beating Alexander Zverev, extending his winning streak against the German to 10 straight matches. He now has back-to-back titles at the tournament, and the rest of the field can keep pretending this is a wide-open era.

In the Middle East

The U.S. says the Strait of Hormuz remains open even as strikes with Iran continue, after Tehran claimed the waterway was closed and broadened attacks on U.S. allies and bases in the region. The fighting is also pressing against the interim deal set in mid-June, with the 60-day timeline for a permanent end to the war now nearing its midpoint.

In Gaza, Israeli attacks killed at least five Palestinians in the latest round of violence. Since the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in October, Israeli strikes have killed at least 1,098 Palestinians in the territory.

Meanwhile in Syria, lawmakers convened for the first time since Bashar al-Assad’s ouster. President Ahmed Al-Sharaa says the new government’s main priorities are economic recovery and better public services, a modest list for a country that has had other immediate problems.

In U.S. immigration

The Trump administration is planning a 528-bed detention facility for migrant families and unaccompanied children next to an airport hub, with officials saying the site is meant to speed up deportations. At the same time, Cuban nationals being removed from the U.S. are facing an uncertain future because Cuba often refuses to accept deportees back, leaving the question of where they end up unresolved.

In the U.K.

Keir Starmer is expected to push the Hillsborough law through its remaining stages in the Commons in his final week in office after months of delay. The bill would help families seek justice after major disasters and create new offences for officials who deliberately mislead the public or block accountability.

In Canada

Toronto police say two people were killed and four others were seriously wounded after at least two shooters exchanged gunfire at the Salsa on St. Clair festival. Police say six people were shot in total, several suspects may still be at large, and there is no ongoing threat to the public. The festival will not resume Sunday while investigators work.

In Europe

In Devon and Cornwall, police say there is nothing to suggest the death of former Tory politician Ann Widdecombe was politically motivated. A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, and detectives say they are not looking for anyone else. The motive is still being examined, but this is not being treated as terrorism.

In Spain, authorities in Andalusia say the wildfire that killed 12 people has now been stabilised, and the remaining 1,000 evacuees will be allowed to return home. In a related rescue, a British couple were found in a ravine in Almeria province, badly burned and semi-conscious, after being trapped by the fire.

In U.S. news

Philadelphia has declared a disaster emergency after severe thunderstorms and microbursts brought 60 to 70 mph straight-line winds across the city, toppling trees, flooding streets, knocking out power, and damaging buildings. Officials say West and South Philadelphia took the worst of it, more than 26,000 PECO customers lost electricity, and emergency crews handled about 3,000 police service calls. No storm-related injuries had been reported by Saturday evening, and residents from damaged buildings were moved to temporary shelter while assessments continue.

In South Carolina, Gov. Henry McMaster will appoint someone to serve out the rest of Lindsey Graham's Senate term after the seat opens this year. Graham is also running for reelection in November, so Republicans still need a primary later this summer for the full term. Rep. Joe Wilson says he is interested in the temporary appointment and would run for the full term as well.

In U.S. news

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has died at 71 after what his office called a brief and sudden illness. Graham, a longtime South Carolina senator and a prominent foreign policy voice, had recently returned from Kyiv after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He was also running for re-election in November.

Separately, a bipartisan housing bill aimed at improving affordability has become law after President Trump did not sign it on Friday. Supporters say the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is the most sweeping housing reform in at least 30 years.

The U.S. Navy has also asked major South Korean shipbuilders for information on their ability to build next-generation destroyers and fleet replenishment ships. The requests to HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Hanwha Ocean, and Samsung Heavy Industries are an early step, but they do underline how far the Navy has had to look for help when domestic shipbuilding runs into its usual mixture of delays, costs, and headaches.

In Asia

China has evacuated nearly 2 million people as a powerful typhoon made landfall. In Zhejiang province, schools, work, and outdoor activities have been suspended, and many transport services have been cancelled as authorities try to get ahead of the storm.

In the Middle East

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has warned that it would deliver a “crushing response” if the United States carries out any further attacks. The warning comes as tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important shipping routes.

Meanwhile, the United States has launched fresh strikes after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, following an attack on a Cyprus-flagged vessel in the waterway.

In business and the economy

Economists are warning that a super El Niño could hit harvests around the world and drive a severe food price shock that could last into 2028. They say the risk comes on top of war-related pressure that has already pushed global food prices to a three-year high.

In Toronto

Police say a shooting at the city’s Salsa on St. Clair festival left two people dead and four others injured. Officers initially warned of an active shooter before later saying the scene was secure, and the suspect remained at large. Officials from the city, Ontario, and Ottawa condemned the violence.

In the Middle East

The U.S. says Central Command has launched a third round of strikes on Iran after the IRGC declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice. U.S. officials say the goal is to reduce threats to civilian mariners and commercial shipping, after a Cyprus-flagged cargo ship was hit and one crew member was reported missing. Iranian media reported explosions on Qeshm Island, and Oman has reportedly floated a controlled traffic plan for the waterway.

In tech and transportation

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is pressing autonomous vehicle makers to fix a pattern of driverless cars blocking police and other first responders. Regulators gave companies until the end of July to respond, saying emergencies are not some niche software bug to be patched later. Separately, Meta has backed away from an AI photo-editing feature after backlash over privacy, including a feature that let people alter public Instagram photos without notifying the account owner.

In Nigeria

Security forces have rescued 39 schoolchildren and five teachers who were kidnapped nearly two months ago in Oyo state. Authorities have not said much more yet, but the rescue ends a long and frightening ordeal for the families involved.

Weather damage in Philadelphia

A fast-moving storm caused roof damage, flooded streets, and left residents in Wynnefield trying to figure out how to pay for the mess. Clean-up is underway, and for people whose homes and cars took the hit, the forecast is now paperwork.

In U.S. news

A multi-vehicle crash on I-76 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, left three people dead early Saturday. In Philadelphia’s Wynnefield neighborhood, a fast-moving storm flooded streets and damaged homes and vehicles, leaving residents facing a messy, expensive cleanup.

In Georgia, the Libertarian Party says it will miss the deadline to gather the roughly 72,000 signatures needed to qualify statewide candidates for November’s ballot, which means no Libertarian option in those races this year. A whistleblower claim about Kennedy Center renovations says work was rushed and some demolition was unnecessary, with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse arguing the repairs looked more political than practical.

In New York

New York City health officials have ordered 31 Upper East Side buildings to clean and disinfect their cooling towers amid a Legionnaires’ outbreak, with the Guggenheim Museum among those that tested positive. Separately, state police say they have arrested 48 people for trespassing at a long-vacant former IBM campus in Somers since February, after the site became a draw for urban explorers and a source of damage, including a March fire.

In Asia

Fifteen Indian tourists died when their speedboat capsized off Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island. Authorities have not yet released fuller details on what caused the accident.

In the Middle East

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed until further notice after its Revolutionary Guard fired a warning shot at a vessel there and warned the United States against responding with what it called aggression. The statement renews concern over shipping through one of the world’s most important oil chokepoints.

In Britain

Police investigating the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe say a 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after she was found dead at her home in Devon. Reform UK says its MPs will receive round-the-clock security while the inquiry continues, and officers say two arrests have been made during the investigation, with one suspect later released.

In U.S. news

Hunter Biden has won $1.7 million in damages in a defamation case against former Overstock.com CEO Patrick Byrne, who accused him of being part of an $800 million bribery scheme involving Iran and did not defend the claims in court. It is, at minimum, a reminder that saying something loudly is not the same as proving it.

Also in Washington, the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is being drained again for more repairs after problems with the Trump-backed renovation project. The pool was supposed to be ready for a July 4 showcase tied to the 250th anniversary of the United States, but the work has already run into fresh trouble.

In the Middle East

U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna says he was detained for more than an hour in the West Bank by Israeli settlers, and that the detention continued after Israeli soldiers arrived. His office says the group was eventually released after police intervened. Separately, the Trump administration is pressing Iran to publicly acknowledge that the Strait of Hormuz remains open and to stop targeting commercial ships, while U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee warned Tehran not to test Trump’s threats of military action.

Disasters and remembrance abroad

In Srebrenica, thousands gathered to mark 31 years since the genocide, with ten newly identified victims buried at the annual commemoration. More than 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys were killed in the massacre, and the search for answers still shapes the day.

In Venezuela, the earthquake death toll has climbed past 4,000, and families are still hoping missing relatives may be found alive. The scale of loss is now the headline, even if hope has not entirely given up yet.