Mahershala Ali on Marvel’s Collapsed Blade Reboot: ‘They Didn’t Want to Do It’
Mahershala Ali has confirmed that Marvel’s Blade reboot is no longer moving forward, according to The Guardian.
Conflicts & Security
Nine Die as Thousands Migrants Enter Ceuta
Nine people have died after thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, with regional officials declaring a humanitarian emergency. At least 60 troops have been deployed to reinforce the border.
Spain Sends Troops to Ceuta as 2,000–3,000 Migrants Cross from Morocco
Spain is sending troops to reinforce security in Ceuta after thousands of migrants swam from Morocco into the Spanish enclave on Thursday. At least 15 people drowned during the attempt, according to local reports.
Father of Teen School Shooter Gets 15 Years in Prison
The father of a teenage school shooter has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for murder and other charges, according to the BBC.
At Least 5 Family Members Killed in Russian Missile Strike, Zelensky Says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described a Russian missile attack that killed at least five members of the same family as a 'horrific crime', according to the BBC.
Jared Leto Denies Accusations of Criminal Sexual Conduct Against Teenagers
Actor and singer Jared Leto has denied allegations of criminal sexual conduct made by four women in a BBC documentary. The incidents, which occurred between 2002 and 2016, involve Leto when he was in his 30s and 40s.
Salman Rushdie Attacker Convicted of Terror Charges
A US man already serving 25 years for attempting to kill Sir Salman Rushdie has been convicted of additional terrorism charges, according to the BBC.
U.S. Launches Heavy Strikes on Iran After Missile Attack
The U.S. launched a 'heavy wave' of strikes against Iran at 10 p.m. Wednesday, in response to Iranian missile attacks on American forces, according to U.S. Central Command. The operation targeted Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) facilities.
Russia charges Telegram founder with terrorism, issues arrest warrant
Russia has charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism, according to the BBC. The FSB accused the messaging app of being used for recruitment by Ukrainian secret services.
Outside Lands 2026 Festival Guide and Full Lineup
Outside Lands 2026 will run from Aug. 7–9 in Golden Gate Park, featuring headliners like The Strokes, Charli XCX, and Empire of the Sun, according to the San Francisco Chronicle and Secret San Francisco.
Iran and US trade strikes, shattering brief lull in fighting
Iran launched 'multiple' ballistic missiles at American forces in the Middle East, according to the US military, shattering a brief lull in fighting. The attack occurred at 17:45 EDT (21:45 GMT) on Tuesday.
James Desborough Convicted of 3 Murders, Could Face Whole-Life Sentence
James Desborough has been convicted of two further murders, bringing his total to three, and could face a whole-life prison sentence after a judge described the case as 'unique'.
Wildfires Near Bordeaux: ‘Wall of Flames’ and Evacuations
Residents near Bordeaux describe a 'wall of flames' and thick smoke as wildfires threaten the French city, according to the BBC.
Wildfire Nine Miles From French City of Bordeaux
A wildfire is now nine miles from the French city of Bordeaux, prompting warnings from local officials, according to the BBC.
Pinochet-Era Soldier Jailed for Killing Folk Singer Víctor Jara
A retired colonel from the Pinochet dictatorship has been jailed for the 1973 murder of Chilean folk singer Víctor Jara, according to Chilean authorities.