WorldMember states of the International Criminal Court voted by majority to dismiss chief prosecutor Karim Khan. He faces allegations that he sexually harassed a junior colleague, which he denies. Khan says the accusations are part of a campaign targeting him and the court after his investigation into Israeli officials and Israel’s actions in Gaza. His lawyer says Khan will challenge the dismissal.
SportsThe Los Angeles Dodgers, winners of back-to-back World Series titles, are at the White House. The visit is presented as a “Postcard Edition.”
WorldGhanaian nationals have submitted a request to the International Criminal Court seeking an investigation into months of xenophobic violence against migrants in South Africa. The programme also reports that around 20 people were killed in an attack in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, where an Islamic State-affiliated group is stepping up attacks. Along Ivory Coast’s coastlines, coconut trees are gradually disappearing amid renewed deforestation and rapid urbanisation, threatening a whole sector and the local ecosystem.
PoliticsUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has formally opened Number 10 North, calling the occasion the “best day of my life.” The programme examines how the new site is taking shape and questions whether it will amount to more than a gimmick. Guests also review Burnham’s announcements during his first week in office and consider whether they could set a precedent for how he intends to govern.
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WorldWildfires sweeping parts of France and Spain have forced more than 80,000 people to leave their homes and holiday resorts. France has called for international assistance, while Spain has declared a national emergency as flames threaten communities near Madrid. Extended heatwaves and dry conditions are raising the danger of rapidly moving fires, with parched vegetation helping fuel the blazes.
EconomyThe average price paid by US drivers reached $4 per gallon on Monday. The increase came as fighting between the United States and Iran intensified and oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz faced further disruption. Before the war, average gasoline prices stood at $2.98 per gallon. With most oil flows through the critical waterway cut off, the report examines the added cost to US households and how much higher prices could climb.
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HealthA little-known advisory group to the US Food and Drug Administration is meeting this week to consider easing restrictions on certain peptides. The injectable products are popular with wellness influencers and some doctors, who say they may aid muscle recovery, reduce inflammation, support longevity or improve overall health. Dr. Jonathan Reiner responds to the FDA’s move, while Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what people should know about the products and the review of seven peptides.
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SocietyTraffic cameras in Arkansas recorded a driver wearing a Spider-Man costume as he helped a wheelchair user cross a busy road safely. The driver was returning from a superhero-themed event when he noticed the pedestrian struggling. He then got out of his vehicle and assisted the person across the road. The moment was captured on camera as an unexpected act of help from someone still dressed for the event.
SocietyLicensed security officers who receive additional training will be allowed to handle more complex traffic management duties from next January. Their responsibilities will include deployments on major roads. The change is intended to help address manpower shortages. It is also expected to create better career opportunities in the security sector.
SocietyTwenty-eight additional partners have joined the National Environment Agency’s annual campaign to waste less. The organisations are part of a group of more than 180 that have committed to incorporating reduce, reuse and recycling practices into their operations. The initiative promotes greener ways of working across participating organisations. The report highlights the campaign’s expanding participation and focus on reducing waste.
CultureThe towers and spires of the Palace of Westminster are part of a vast Victorian ventilation system. It was first designed in the 1840s and later refined during repairs following damage from Second World War bombing. Knowledge of this historic infrastructure has helped shape a new method for restoring the UNESCO World Heritage Site for future generations.
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WorldThe United States has carried out strikes on Iran for a 13th night in a row. Iran has responded with attacks targeting Jordan, Gulf countries and the Kuwait-Iraq border. In Washington, the Senate blocked an effort to restrict President Trump’s war powers. The latest developments include both the expanding regional exchanges and the congressional move over presidential authority.
CultureMentalist Oz Pearlman is set to headline the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner. He explains why he chose to return after a gunman opened fire outside the original event in April. Pearlman says he feared for his life during the shooting and experienced “pure fear and panic.” Despite that, he says he feels “very secure” ahead of Friday’s dinner. The appearance places his personal reaction to the attack alongside the event’s return.
WorldA China Coast Guard vessel directed a high-pressure water stream at a Philippine ship.
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WorldOfficials are gathering in Windsor, Ontario, to celebrate a new bridge spanning the Detroit River between the United States and Canada. The event is being covered live. Canada has declined to join US officials at a shared ceremony after President Donald Trump announced 50% tariffs on Canadian goods this week. The bridge celebration is therefore taking place amid a dispute over the newly announced trade measures.
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PoliticsAndy Burnham has opened No 10 North, a new government base in Manchester. The initiative is intended to signal a departure from what he described as decades of economic decision-making centred in London. For now, the operation is being housed temporarily at Heron House. A brownfield site just outside the city is being developed for the base’s expected permanent relocation. The move presents the Manchester site as a new centre for government activity outside London.
ScienceSpaceX is launching the 13th test flight of its Starship rocket from the Starbase site in Boca Chica, Texas. The previous attempt last Thursday came within roughly a second of liftoff before some engines failed to ignite. The current launch is being shown live as the company attempts the next test flight of the rocket.
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PoliticsDonald Trump is speaking at the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. The original event in April was cut short after a gunman opened fire at the Washington Hilton. Prosecutors say the gunman was attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump. The dinner is now taking place after being rearranged.
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HealthA woman says she was hospitalized after being diagnosed with cyclosporiasis. Because she was pregnant, doctors could not prescribe the only antibiotic considered effective against the illness. She has since recovered, but says she still will not serve her family raw produce. The FDA is investigating a new cyclospora outbreak, while the source remains unspecified. The case highlights the treatment concerns faced during pregnancy and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the outbreak.
SocietyLeaders of India’s so-called Cockroach Party have held a second round of talks with government officials. The group says it is leading the country’s youth protest movement and has given the government 24 hours to respond to its demands. Human Rights Advocate Sanjay Hegde offers his analysis of the development.
WorldDonald Trump says a US agreement to help Saudi Arabia develop civilian nuclear energy will depend on Riyadh recognising Israel as a state. The condition was announced 24 hours after Trump unveiled the proposed deal. Abdulghani Al-Iryani of the Sanaa Center for Strategic Studies provides further analysis. His comments focus on the link between the nuclear arrangement and Saudi recognition of Israel.
WorldUS strikes on Iran are continuing, while Iranian state media report explosions near Qeshm Island and around Bandar Abbas. Air defence systems have been activated in Tehran. Mustafa Caner of Sakarya University explains why the latest developments matter. Reports also indicate that people have died after strikes in Ahvaz and Bandar Abbas, though the account is attributed to Iranian state media.
WorldAs the United States builds up forces in the Middle East during its ongoing war with Iran, some officials are raising concerns that American weapons could be running low. The concern comes while President Trump threatens further escalation. U.S. and Iranian forces continue exchanging strikes. The report examines the pressure that the continuing conflict may be placing on U.S. weapons supplies.
PoliticsSecret Service officials say threats have increased this year ahead of Friday’s rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner. New security measures are being put in place for the event. A gunman disrupted the dinner in the spring, prompting heightened attention to preparations. The report examines the security arrangements surrounding the rescheduled gathering.