BBC on French beach as police slash migrant ‘taxi-boat’ heading to UK
The BBC’s Andrew Harding saw French gendarmes using knives to slash an inflatable small boat, packed with men, women and children. BBC News
Akon’s futuristic $6bn city project in Senegal abandoned, BBC told
Something more realistic will replace ambitious plans dreamt up by singer Akon, officials tell the BBC. BBC News
Jane Seymour maintains the same size since age 17 without crazy diets
Jane Seymour has stayed in shape for decades without fad diets or marathon workout routines. “I am now the size I was when I was 17 and a ballet dancer,”…
JOCKO WILLINK: In a sea of imperfect voices, I heard the anthem and the spirit of a nation
This is a story about America. Our country. I went to the opening day of a soccer game in my hometown of San Diego. It was the first game in…
LGBTQ celebrities divided on Stars and Stripes in new documentary ‘Reclaim the Flag’
LGBTQ celebrities gave mixed reactions to the American flag in a trailer for the upcoming documentary “Reclaim the Flag” on Tuesday. The trailer opened with a voice-over asking interview subjects…
This July 4th, a family waits: American hostage’s father pleads for son’s freedom from Hamas terrorists
The first time I remember celebrating the Fourth of July was during the American bicentennial in 1976. As children living in New York City, my parents woke my sisters and…
Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest: Joey Chestnut returns to Coney Island as heavy favorite
The 2025 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest will feature the legendary competitive eater Joey Chestnut back on the Coney Island boardwalk after missing the 2024 competition. As a result, many…
How taverns, ale and hearty meals fueled America’s fight for independence amid Continental Congress
As the nation celebrates the Fourth of July, Americans across the country are chowing down on some classic favorites — everything from burgers to baked beans to potato salad. But…
Liverpool postpone pre-season return following Jota death
Liverpool postpone the return of some players for pre-season training on Friday following the death of Portugal forward Diogo Jota. BBC News
‘England in a mess’ – India dismiss Root and Stokes in two balls
Mohammed Siraj removes Joe Root and Ben Stokes in successive deliveries as England make poor start to day three of the second Test against India, falling to 84-5 in their…
Freed Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil seizes new public platform amid efforts to deport him
Donald Trump’s fight with elite American universities was only a few days old when immigration agents arrested Palestinian student activist Mahmoud Khalil at his Columbia University apartment last March. Khalil…
Elephant kills British and New Zealand tourists in Zambia
The two tourists were trampled to death by a female elephant that was with a calf, police say. BBC News
Full steam ahead for Toronto Tempo as WNBA team readies for inaugural seasonKevin Nielsen
With the 2025 WNBA season well underway, the debut of the Toronto Tempo is fast approaching and the month ahead promises to be a busy time for team president Teresa…
Aged 18-39? Martin Lewis on the £1 investment to make now
Martin Lewis explains why it’s a good idea to put £1 into a Lifetime ISA. BBC News
Hamas says it is consulting other Palestinian groups on Gaza ceasefire plan
The US president says he expects to know soon whether Hamas has agreed to a proposal for a 60-day truce. BBC News
Shania Twain to lead 2025 Calgary Stampede ParadeShane Struck
Global Calgary is proud to broadcast the 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade. Tune in to Global Calgary on Friday, July 4, at 8:45 a.m. for all the action from this year’s…
N.B. spa that wanted to host body positivity event told they need exotic entertainment licenceRebecca Lau
The co-owners of a Nordic spa are taken aback by backlash over an event they had scheduled for last week, and the province’s labelling of it as “exotic entertainment.” …
New Cold War?: US faces long-term battle to contain Iran after Trump’s strike on their nuclear facilities
After Trump’s strategic strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, Twelve days of air raids, missile exchanges, and brinksmanship between Israel and Iran have ended in a precarious ceasefire. Brokered by the…
This July 4th, here’s how my family earned the right to be called ‘Americans’ – legally
I was born in India but made in America. My father, a proud Indian naval officer, gave up everything — his career, comfort and country — for a chance at…