Lindsey Graham Dies at 71; What Happens Next?
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., died at 71 after a 'brief and sudden illness.' South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster will appoint a replacement to serve until January 3, 2025.
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27 killed in Bangkok pub fire, officials say
At least 27 people were killed and 63 injured in a fire at a pub in Bangkok early Monday, according to Thai officials.
27 Killed in Bangkok Bar Fire, Cause Under Investigation
At least 27 people were killed and over 60 injured in a fire at a bar in Bangkok early on the morning of the incident, according to Thai authorities and reports from multiple outlets.
UK Christians Protest for Church of England to Recognize Gaza Genocide
Christians in the UK are urging the Church of England General Synod to pass a motion to formally engage with Kairos Palestine II, a document by Palestinian Christian leaders that describes Israel’s actions in Gaza as a genocidal war and which calls on churches to boycott Israel, according to Al Jazeera.
At least two killed in Toronto street festival shooting
Two people were killed and six injured in a shooting at the Salsa on St. Clair festival in Toronto on July 11, according to police. The incident occurred during an estimated 13,000-person event celebrating Latin music and culture.
Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad Dies at 74
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former leader of Qatar, has died at the age of 74, according to the country's government.
British Couple Rescued After Suffering 40% Burns in Spain Wildfires
A British couple were found badly burned and semi-conscious in a ravine after being caught in wildfires in Spain's Almería province, according to reports.
US insists Strait of Hormuz open as it exchanges strikes with Iran
The United States has demanded that Iran pledge to stop attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy artery, following a series of recent incidents that have led to renewed military exchanges. According to U.S. officials, Iran acknowledged the attacks were a mistake.
China Evacuates Nearly 2 Million as Typhoon Bavi Makes Landfall
China evacuated nearly two million people as Typhoon Bavi made landfall, bringing destructive winds and heavy rain to the eastern coast, according to ABC News & Headlines.
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes as tensions escalate in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. conducted its third round of airstrikes on Iran on Saturday, according to the Pentagon, in response to an Iranian attack on a Cyprus-flagged container ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Argentina 3-1 Switzerland: Alvarez 112th-minute goal
Julian Alvarez scored in the 112th minute to lead Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, according to NPR.
England’s ‘Wonderwall’ Singalong and Jordan Henderson’s Injury
England fans sang Oasis's 'Wonderwall' after every World Cup win — but midfielder Jordan Henderson suffered a serious wrist injury during a celebratory attempt to join the chorus, according to NBC News.
More than 40 kidnapped children and teachers freed after Nigerian army operation
Nigeria's military has freed all 44 pupils and teachers who were abducted two months ago from schools in Oyo state, according to the BBC.
Nigeria Says Army Killed 300 Bandits in Zamfara
Nigerian soldiers killed more than 300 members of kidnapping and cattle bandit gangs in the north-western state of Zamfara this week, according to a government official.
South Africa World Cup Midfielder Jayden Adams Dies at 25
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup, according to the BBC.