UK economy shrank unexpectedly in May
The economy shrank by 0.1%, the second month in a row it has contracted. BBC News
Fitness concerns remain before Djokovic-Sinner semi
Concerns remain over Novak Djokovic’s fitness after he cancels a scheduled practice session before his Wimbledon semi-final against Jannik Sinner. BBC News
Justin Bieber releases surprise new album
Canadian singer Justin Bieber has surprised fans by releasing his first new album in four years. BBC News
Son of drug lord ‘El Chapo’ set for guilty plea in US trafficking case
Ovidio Guzman Lopez plans to change his not guilty plea during a hearing after arrest in 2023. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Taylor v Serrano – the rivalry that changed boxing
Katie Taylor holds a 2-0 advantage over Amanda Serrano as they prepare to meet in New York on Friday, but this third bout is fully warranted. BBC News
Hosepipe ban frustration as leaks continue
Yorkshire Water customers say they understand a ban but question the firm’s efforts to fix leaks. BBC News
Cedar climbed by Beatles on tree awards shortlist
Nominees include the Lollipop Tree on Salisbury Plain, which features in Sam Mendes’ WW1 film. BBC News
Starmer and Macron plead for patience in an impatient world
The UK and France have agreed a “one in, one out” deal for migrants crossing the Channel. BBC News
TV doctor and IVF pioneer quits BMA over strikes
The Labour peer says the strikes could damage public trust in doctors. BBC News
‘Crimes against humanity’ in Sudan’s Darfur: ICC deputy prosecutor
The Hague court’s Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan warns civil war ‘has reached an intolerable state’. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Delays and shortages in UK’s F-35 jet fleet, watchdog says
Delays and personnel shortages are “undermining the armed forces’ warfighting capability”, a report says. BBC News
War crimes are likely being committed in Sudan, ICC finds
The court says there are “reasonable grounds” to believe claims of war crimes in western Sudan. BBC News
Made in Palestine
Made in Palestine is a documentary short set inside the Hirbawi textile factory. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Six Secret Service agents suspended over Trump assassination failings
The agency said the six unnamed individuals face punishments ranging from ’10- to 42-day suspensions without pay’. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
State Department to begin mass layoffs of about 1,800 employees in coming days
The State Department informed U.S.-based employees on Thursday that it would soon begin laying off nearly 2,000 workers after the recent Supreme Court decision allowing the Trump administration to move…
Watch: Smoke billows from luxury yacht fire in St Tropez
People watch on as a blaze rips through the deck of a yacht moored in the French Riviera. BBC News
Trump slaps 35 percent tariff on Canada starting August 1
US president also eyes blanket tariffs of 15 to 20 percent on other trading partners as his trade war widens. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video…
Trump threatens 35% tariffs on Canadian goods
Trump also threatened blanket tariffs of 15% or 20% on most trade partners, and said he will soon announce new tariffs on the EU. BBC News
Leafs acquire defenceman Henry Thrun from SharksGlobalnews Digital
The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired defenceman Henry Thrun from the San Jose Sharks, the team announced Thursday.