Cockroach-infested jail detained inmates illegally
Data shows 130 inmates were held illegally, after their release date, in the last six months. BBC News
Kill Russians, win points: Is Ukraine’s new drone scheme gamifying war?
The scheme allows Ukrainian troops to trade videos of confirmed kills on the battlefield for prizes. BBC News
The Papers: ‘Starmer’s new generation’ and ‘Abbott suspended’
Labour’s move to lower the voting age in the UK dominates Friday’s headlines. BBC News
Congress sends $9B spending cuts package to Trump’s desk after late-night House vote
Congress is officially sending a package detailing $9 billion in spending cuts to President Donald Trump’s desk, minutes after midnight on Friday. The bill, called a “rescissions package,” was approved…
Trump seeks release of grand jury transcripts as Epstein uproar widens
US president threatens to sue US paper for publishing details of letter he allegedly wrote to deceased sex offender. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Watch: Police evacuate residents as wildfires rage in Spain
Spanish authorities estimate that 2,500 hectares (25sq km) of land have been affected in the Toledo region. BBC News
Ukraine appoints new prime minister in major government reshuffle
Incoming Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko says she will focus on weapons production and the economy in her new role. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Well-rested Winnipeg Blue Bombers to welcome Calgary StampedersGlobalnews Digital
The Blue Bombers have won 17 straight games coming off a bye week heading into their week seven rematch against the Calgary Stampeders.
Schiff, Warren demand to know if CBS is ending Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ for ‘political reasons’
Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., said the public “deserves to know” whether CBS’s decision to cancel “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” on Thursday was politically…
Germany’s Merz tells BBC Europe was free-riding on US
Merz was visiting the UK to boost defence ties with Germany, as part of a historic friendship treaty. BBC News
Golfer Jon Rahm unleashes on fan at The Open Championship, claims whistling created distraction during drive
Jon Rahm’s emotions ran high during the first round at The Open Championship. The Spaniard had a rough moment when he played the par-4 10th hole at the Royal Portrush…