Cafe owner feared £24k energy bill would sink firm
A cafe owner says E.On could have put her out of business over a disputed energy bill. BBC News
Smotrich says illegal West Bank settlement ‘buries’ Palestinian state
The far-right minister said he will approve 3,000 new homes in the E1 area project, hailing it as ‘Zionism at its best’. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News…
Starmer sees viable chance of Ukraine ceasefire as Zelensky visits London
The UK prime minister was addressing European leaders ahead of Friday’s summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. BBC News
European leaders tentatively hopeful after call with Trump ahead of Putin summit
Trump, who described the call as “a ten”, was urged to keep Ukraine’s interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday. BBC News
Russia restricts calls on WhatsApp, Telegram as internet control tightens
Russia says popular messaging apps facilitating crime, sabotage as internet restrictions tighten amid war in Ukraine. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Bodycam footage shows Powerball winner arrested after kicking deputy in face
Newly released body camera footage shows Florida deputies arresting a Kentucky Powerball winner after allegedly kicking a deputy in the face, shortly after he collected the jackpot prize. James Farthing,…
AG Pam Bondi suggests Trump’s crime crackdown in DC will help Latino residents
President Donald Trump’s order to crack down on crime in the nation’s capital is “crystal clear,” U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi told Fox Noticias host Rachel Campos-Duffy in an exclusive…
End Israel’s weaponisation of Gaza aid, 100 groups say
Aid groups warn of deepening starvation as trucks have been unable to deliver vital supplies. BBC News
US sanctions Brazil health officials over Cuba’s overseas medical missions
Washington claims the health officials were involved in Cuba’s ‘coercive labour export’ of medical workers. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Ukraine, EU, US leaders speak ahead of Trump-Putin meeting: Key takeaways
Trump agrees to follow-up summit with Putin, Zelenskyy, and warns ‘severe consequences’ unless Russia agrees to truce. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
North Korean leader’s sister says South Korea lying about thaw in ties
Kim Yo Jong denies claims that Pyongyang has removed propaganda-blaring loudspeakers at the inter-Korean border. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Virginia Tech study shows dogs can detect invasive lanternfly
Researchers at Virginia Tech say man’s best friend may also be one of nature’s best defenses against an invasive pest. For the first time, a study shows that pet dogs…
Cubs’ aggressiveness pays off in 4-1 win over JaysGlobalnews Digital
The Chicago Cubs had a clear game plan against Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman on Wednesday night.
How New Delhi’s garbage mountains become heat bombs for waste pickers
Informal waste pickers face temperatures as high as 70C (158F) in landfill sites and ‘breathe poison’, activists say. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
More than 100 groups blast Israel’s ‘weaponisation of aid’ as Gaza starves
Mass outcry from aid groups as Israel continues to block millions of dollars in aid supplies to starving Palestinians. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
B.C. couple living in co-op housing facing $920 a month rent increaseAmy Judd
At the start of July, the couple was told their household was being reclassified to low-end market rent, based on Amelia Cooper’s income.
Cincinnati viral beating suspect hit with federal gun charge
CINCINNATI – A previous felon and suspect in the viral downtown Cincinnati beating that reverberated nationwide is facing a new federal gun charge. “A federal grand jury today indicted Montanez…
Night skies glitter with Perseids meteor shower
The astronomical event was captured on camera at North York Moors National Park on 13 August. BBC News
Cubs hit two solo homers in 4-1 win over JaysGlobalnews Digital
Michael Busch and Matt Shaw hit solo homers and Chicago starter Cade Horton was dominant as the Cubs defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Wednesday night at Rogers Centre.…