Democrats doubt Trump will secure Ukraine cease-fire in Alaska summit with Putin
Congressional Democrats remained skeptical that any progress toward an end to the war in Ukraine would be made ahead of the meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir…
Liverpool avoid late Bournemouth scare to win Premier League opener
Bournemouth fight back from two down but Liverpool secure late win on emotional Anfield night. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
DC reaches legal settlement with Trump administration over federal police takeover
The nation’s capital reached an agreement with President Donald Trump’s administration after suing over federal authorities’ takeover of the city’s police force. The decision came on Friday afternoon, hours after…
Helicopter crashes fighting Nova Scotia wildfire, pilot ‘conscious and talking’Isaac Callan
A helicopter involved in fighting a major Nova Scotia wildfire has crashed in shallow water, authorities say, with the pilot reportedly conscious.
Heat wave hampers fight against wildfires in Spain, Portugal, Greece
Firefighters in Spain, Portugal and Greece battled ongoing wildfires Friday, an important religious holiday in all three countries, as persistent hot, dry conditions challenged efforts to contain the blazes. …
Why a classical education may be the key to humanity’s future in the AI era
Classical and character-based education may seem to some antiquated concepts in the new AI-driven world. However, two recent and prominent AI developments definitively prove the opposite to be true. Going…
Supermodel Claudia Schiffer, 54, shows off youthful figure during summer ice plunge
Claudia Schiffer impressed fans with her three-minute ice plunge. The 54-year-old supermodel’s figure was on display as she took a dip in the cold water. “3-minute ice plunge in my…
Afghans resettled in UK hit by new MoD data breach
Personal data of up to 3,700 Afghans have potentially been leaked after a cyber-attack on a company working with the MoD. BBC News
German researchers discover dozens of shipwrecks including possible WWII steamer lost in air raid
German researchers recently announced the discovery of 31 shipwrecks, including a possible steamship that was destroyed in a World War II air raid. The shipwrecks were found in Germany’s Lake…
‘Absolutely incredible’: B-2 bomber, F-35 escort set stage for Trump-Putin talks in Alaska
As President Donald Trump greeted Russian President Vladimir Putin on the tarmac at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, a B-2 stealth bomber soared overhead, flanked by four F-35 jets. Putin looked up…
Opening game of Premier League halted after Semenyo reports racist abuse
Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo reports racist abuse from the crowd during their Premier League match at Liverpool. BBC News
Teen’s body found under suspicious circumstances at Detroit area cemetery prompts investigation
The body of a missing 15-year-old boy was discovered this week at a Detroit cemetery under suspicious circumstances. Lawrence Dowl, 15, was reported missing by his family on Wednesday after…
Bethell to become England’s youngest men’s captain
All-rounder Jacob Bethell, 21, is set to become the youngest man to captain England in an international when he leads an understrength T20 side on a tour of Ireland. …
Rain helps crews fight huge wildfire near Port Alberni but relief will be temporaryAmy Judd
Visibility for BC Wildfire Crews is an issue on Friday due to the fog and the weather, which will limit the ability to fight the fire from the air. …
Doug Ford hands cabinet ministers mandate letters months after winning snap electionColin D’Mello
Multiple sources confirmed to Global News that mandate letters were finally delivered to cabinet ministers this week, giving each member of Ford’s top team specific instructions.
‘Needle attacks’ reported at music festival in Montreal, police investigatingAlessia Simona Maratta
According to authorities, at least six individuals reported feeling a sudden, sharp prick on their backs while standing in the crowd.
Ontario allows more density, building height near Toronto transitGlobalnews Digital
Rob Flack says the changes to Toronto’s official plan will allow for 1.5 million more homes throughout the city over the next 25 years.
King hails veterans’ courage and sacrifice on VJ Day
The King and Queen join veterans at a service to mark the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War Two. BBC News
WNBA star Kelsey Plum backtracks on Caitlin Clark jab after backlash: ‘I made a bad joke’
Las Vegas Aces star Kelsey Plum addressed controversial comments she made about Caitlin Clark’s All-Star team last month, insisting she had been making a “joke.” After the WNBA All-Star game,…