Israel calls up 60,000 reservists ahead of planned Gaza City offensive
Troops are already operating in some areas ahead of the planned operation, which the ICRC says will worsen “an already catastrophic situation”. BBC News
Newcastle make improved £40m bid for striker Wissa
Newcastle re-open talks with Brentford over an improved £40m deal for DR Congo forward Yoane Wissa. BBC News
DAVID MARCUS: DC just had a murder-free week, and yes, Dems, Trump did that
As the wailing and gnashing of teeth over the Trump administration’s takeover of the Washington DC police force begins to fade, the results are coming in, and they are nothing…
Gavin Newsom not ‘surprised’ by GOP lawsuit to block redistricting planRachel Goodman
“There are so many illegal and unethical elements in this attempt,” Republican state Sen. Steven Choi said about the Democrats’ plans.
How many wars has President Trump really ended?
US President Donald Trump claims to have ended seven wars – is that true? BBC News
Joanna Gaines faces new parenting struggles as eldest daughter moves away for college
Joanna Gaines is no stranger to home renovations — but letting go of her own kids is a different kind of overhaul. The “Fixer Upper” star gave an emotional update…
Tuberville sounds alarm as Vikings’ male cheerleaders spark debate on social media
Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, weighed in on the conversation around the Minnesota Vikings male cheerleaders. The Vikings’ squad was the topic of conversation since the start of the preseason. Blaize…
‘Devastation!’ – Brave snatch victory from Fire on penultimate ball after dropped catch
Southern Brave beat Welsh Fire after Katie George drops Georgia Adams on the penultimate ball, allowing the visitors to run two and snatch victory with a ball to spare, denying…
NATO scrambles warplanes as Russia hits near Romanian border in Ukraine
Two German warplanes were scrambled overnight from Romania after Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack in Ukraine less than a mile from the NATO borderline. Romania’s Ministry of…
Xi Jinping makes rare visit to Tibet, marking 60 years of contested Chinese ruleGlobalnews Digital
Critics say repression in Tibet has become more systematic and wide-reaching since the crushing of anti-government protests in 2008.
Cutting two of Wales’ four pro clubs is WRU’s ‘optimal’ choice
The Welsh Rugby Union backs reducing the number of professional clubs from four to two but insists no decision has been made. BBC News
Elon Musk halts plans for new political party, prioritizing business instead: report
Less than three months after its launch, Elon Musk’s “America Party” appears to have been shelved. Musk allegedly told associates that he wants to focus on his companies and avoid…
Aubrey Plaza describes grief over husband Jeff Baena’s death: An ‘ocean of awfulness’Globalnews Digital
The actor likens her grief to an image from a horror movie starring Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy.
Why are food prices still going up?
Food and drink prices have risen by 4.9% over the last year, according to ONS inflation data. BBC News
Al Jazeera reports from Portugal’s worst-hit wildfire zone
Record-breaking heat, drought, and high winds have pushed Portugal into its worst wildfire season in years. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Aid systems in Gaza reduces people to “scurrying rats”
Scholar Norman Finkelstein: Israel reduces Palestinians to “rats” by scattering food aid and firing as they scramble. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
UN staff members hold vigil for aid workers killed in Gaza
UN staff held a vigil honouring over 500 aid workers killed in Gaza, calling for action to end the genocide. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video…
Firefighters tackle Wednesday morning blaze at Exchange District restaurantSam Thompson
Firefighters are urging Winnipeggers to avoid an area of the east Exchange District Wednesday morning, as they continue to look into a blaze at a McDermot Avenue restaurant.
Canadians won’t see price of weight-loss drug Mounjaro rise despite U.K. hikeUday Rana
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly said last week that it will raise the U.K. list price of its weight-loss treatment Mounjaro by up to 170 per cent.