157 Migrants Rescued After Boat Fire in English Channel
More than 150 migrants were rescued after the boat they were using to cross the Channel caught fire on Tuesday morning, according to French authorities.
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Woodside Fire: Wildfire near Salt Point State Park forces evacuations
A wildfire near Salt Point State Park in Sonoma County has forced evacuations as the Woodside Fire grows to 50 acres, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).
Migrants Flood Spanish Exclave Ceuta, Tensions Rise
More than 2,000 migrants have entered the Spanish enclave Ceuta in the past 10 days, according to local authorities, as the border situation has escalated into chaos.
Guyanese Authorities Confirm Death of 72 in Ferry Sinking
Guyanese authorities have confirmed the death of 72 people in the recent capsizing of a state ferry off the country’s coast, according to The Guardian. The government estimates that 100 may have died in the accident, making it the worst marine tragedy on record for Guyana.
Bangkok Fire Investigation Finds Locked Doors, 30 Dead
Thai authorities are investigating potential negligence after a deadly fire in Bangkok, as survivors reported locked doors and flammable decor contributed to 30 deaths, according to BBC.
Death toll from Bangkok bar fire rises to 30 as police probe safety lapses
The death toll from a fire at a Bangkok bar has risen to 30 as Thai authorities investigate possible safety lapses, according to BBC.
Iron Maiden’s Eddfest Review: A 50-Year Celebration in Knebworth
Iron Maiden's first-ever festival, Eddfest, marked a triumphant celebration of the band's 50th anniversary, drawing 50,000 fans to Knebworth, according to Louder.
Bayeux Tapestry arrives in UK for first time in 900 years under police guard
The Bayeux Tapestry has arrived in the UK for the first time since its creation nearly 1,000 years ago, according to the BBC. The 70-meter-long 11th-century embroidery will be displayed at the British Museum in September.
Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Byzantine City in Egypt’s Desert
Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered an ancient Byzantine city in the western desert, including a basilica-style church, residential quarters, and 18 tombs. The discoveries offer insights into daily life and religious practices from the fourth century.
Fire kills five at Antwerp apartment block
At least five people were killed and several others injured in a fire that broke out in a 10-story apartment block in Antwerp, Belgium, according to police.
4 Dead in Kentucky Flooding Despite Being ‘Least Dead’ Event
Four people have died in flash floods across Kentucky following days of heavy rain and thunderstorms, prompting Gov. Andy Beshear to declare a state of emergency, according to NBC News and other reports.
Rubio: Gulf Countries Oppose Hormuz Strait Tolls
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Gulf countries do not support imposing tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Al Jazeera. His comments came during a regional tour following US-Iran talks.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Turns Green Again
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., has turned green due to an algae bloom, despite a $14 million renovation that included repainting the pool's bottom in 'American flag blue,' according to reports.
Ancient Oak Tree Sheltered Robin Hood Has Died
A 1,200-year-old oak tree in England's Sherwood Forest, long believed to have sheltered the legendary outlaw Robin Hood, has died, according to the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB).
Indian Textbook Restores ‘Dancing Girl’s’ Bare Torso After Backlash
The 'Dancing Girl' sculpture's torso was restored in an Indian textbook after a backlash from historians and educators, according to BBC.