3 Myths Fueling Anti-Immigrant Sentiment in South Africa
As the nation convulses with protests and violence, data and research suggest that some of the biggest arguments against foreigners don’t stand up against the facts.
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Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025
The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.
Ozempic-maker sues rival over false advertising
Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, has launched legal action accusing its arch rival Eli Lilly of false advertising.
Angela Rayner: Labour's working-class warrior bounces back
The potential contender to replace Keir Starmer is now back in the cabinet under Andy Burnham.
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India's 'cockroach' protest continues a day after police crackdown and more — today's news signal.
How a 911 Call Led to the Nation’s Strictest Trans Bathroom Law
People in Sandpoint, Idaho, don’t know how to characterize a woman’s brush with a transgender woman in a Y.M.C.A. locker room, but the emergency call that followed is still reverberating.
India's 'cockroach' protest continues a day after police crackdown
Delhi witnessed overwhelming violence on Monday, with at least 60 protesters wounded. Police said 118 of their men were also injured.
Trump Rejected Nearly 6,000 Clemency Applications Amid Hope of Pardon Wave
Expectations were raised for a raft of pardons in connection with the country’s 250th birthday but the president granted fewer than 20 on July 3.
Russian warship carried out firing exercise off Plymouth coast
The Neustrashimy's live-fire exercise took place in international waters and lasted for 30 minutes.
Trump warns Iran will pay 'many times over' for deaths of US soldiers
The US president spoke just hours after the two warring sides exchanged strikes for the ninth consecutive day.
Man, 28, charged with murder of Ann Widdecombe
Joshua Kerry from Rotherham will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.
How Google’s A.I. Search Is Imperiling the Open Web
As Google incorporates more artificial intelligence into search, people are spending more time on Google. Some website operators are crying foul.
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Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests
Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after days of unrest over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Troy Jackson Tightens Hold on Democratic Senate Nomination in Maine
State Democrats released a ballot for their nominating convention on Saturday that includes Mr. Jackson and three long-shot candidates with little public support from delegates.
Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at first meeting
The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity.
Zelensky Dismisses Ukraine’s Top General
The move follows a wave of protests in response to the firing of the defense minister, who had clashed with the general over how to fight the war.
Google Releases Three New Gemini A.I. Models
The models include one that is the company’s most powerful and another that is fine-tuned for cybersecurity, as Google competes with rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic.
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set to become a minister in Burnham's government
It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.
Trump Officials Withhold $1 Billion in Medicaid Funds From California and Minnesota Over Suspected Fraud
The administration accused California and Minnesota of fraudulent activity in their public health insurance programs.
Error Led to 400 Noncitizens Voting in New Jersey, Governor Says
A 2023 software glitch at the state’s Motor Vehicle Commission led to roughly 6,600 noncitizens being registered to vote during the Murphy administration, Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced.
Meet Jimothy, the Seattle Raccoon Who Is Taking Over the Internet
The stout raccoon, which has a spinal condition, is “an example to all of us that you don’t have to be perfect to be loved,” a Seattle City Council member said.
'They want us gone' - Man Utd fans' fury over ticket ultimatum
Fans tell BBC Sport that a crackdown on touting is affecting some of the club's most loyal fans.
Trump, Netanyahu and Putin Have All Blundered Into Dead-End Wars
Bad decisions and arrogance lead to dead-end wars.
Chelsea interested in former Man City defender Stones
Chelsea are interested in signing England defender John Stones on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City.
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