Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or razor, National Park Service says
Earlier in the week Donald Trump blamed vandals for "a 300 foot long gash" in the pool and accused someone of putting fertiliser in the water.
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Christmas market terrorist who drove into crowds jailed for life
A man who killed six people when he drove into crowds at a Christmas market in Germany has been sentenced to life in prison.
Suitcase-sized satellites are scanning for Greek wildfires in a global first
As Greece braces for another blistering wildfire season, a new line of defense is taking shape in Earth’s orbit
NATO summit should display unity and pledges to defense, deputy NATO chief tells AP
NATO's deputy commander said he wants a summit in Turkey to encourage member countries to spend more on defense and support Ukraine
‘Very strong’ nuclear verification needed in Iran after war: IAEA head
The United States and Iran are negotiating a broader agreement to end the war, with Tehran's nuclear program remaining one of the key sticking points.
South Korea to train half a million military personnel to become ‘drone warriors’
All branches of the military will be taught how to use technology that has become a ‘game changer on the battlefield’, says defence minister All of South Korea’s military forces will be trained as drone operators in a sweeping overhaul of its warfare strategy, the defence minister has said. “All soldiers should be able to use drones like a second personal firearm,” Ahn Gyu-back, who heads the…
After Starmer’s ‘purge’, could Andy Burnham lure back Labour’s bruised leftwingers?
Socialists marginalised under current PM are anxious about whether his replacement will again disappoint them On 10 September 2024, Jon Trickett, a veteran leftwing MP, was preparing to vote against one of his own government’s most incendiary plans : to remove the winter fuel allowance from some retired people, a benefit long seen by many UK households as essential. Senior figures told Trickett…
UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz after attack on vessel
A United Nations agency paused the evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after the British military said a vessel was hit by a projectile off the coast of Oman following the passage of several tankers that used a route backed by the U.N.
CK Asset sells penthouse in Hong Kong’s Mid-Levels for US$48.5m, sets pricing benchmark
A penthouse at CK Asset Holdings’ luxury residential project in Hong Kong’s Mid-Levels has been sold via tender for HK$380.77 million (US$48.5 million), according to a statement from the flagship property developer of tycoon Li Ka-shing, underscoring the rebound in the city’s high-end residential segment. Unit 10 on the 20th floor of 21 Borrett Road in the upscale district in Central fetched…
Japan enacts bill to add space operations into ASDF’s fold
The renaming of the ASDF by the end of fiscal 2026, will mark the first name change for any branch of the Self-Defense Forces since its establishment in 1954.
A historic heat wave catches Europe's fashion industry unprepared
Paris Fashion Week Men’s became a test of fashion’s relationship with heat
Inside the cold store where it's -18C in a heatwave
Staff at Magnavale, near Grantham, say the "giant freezer" is a great place to be in hot weather.
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Iran-US war latest: US military carries out strikes on Iran after ships struck by drones in Strait of Hormuz
Trump accuses Tehran of 'foolish violation' of ceasefire after ships struck by drones in Strait of Hormuz
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U.S. Strikes Iran in Retaliation for Attack on Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump on Friday called Iran’s attack on a container ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier a “foolish” act.
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US conducts strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship
US Central Command says it has struck missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar positions.
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In Venezuela’s Rubble, Listening for Whispers And Longing for Help
Facing criticism from residents that it was not doing enough to help, the Venezuelan government said it had dispatched more than 100 heavy machines to clear debris.
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Madonna was 'jealous of Kylie' - and more things we learned in her Graham Norton interview
All the revelations from Madonna's chat with Graham Norton, including a big hint about Glastonbury.
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California appeals court upholds Weinstein's rape conviction, orders resentencing
An appeals court on Friday upheld Harvey Weinstein's 2022 rape and sexual assault conviction in California, but ordered his trial judge to resentence him.
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How the Reflecting Pool Turned Green: Missing ‘Bubblers’ and a Rush Job
Bulky “nanobubbler” machines were carted off ahead of a promotional event for President Trump’s Ultimate Fighting Championship birthday party.
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US says it struck Iran targets after attack on cargo ship on the strait of Hormuz
Strike was in response to drone attack a day earlier on a commercial vessel US strikes Iran – latest updates The US has struck Iran in a tit-for-tat response to a drone strike on a cargo ship, as t…
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US military strikes Iran in response to attack on cargo ship, Pentagon says – live
Announcement of strikes come after Donald Trump was asked if Iran would face consequences for attack in strait of Hormuz US says it struck Iran targets after attack on cargo ship on the strait of H…
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Venezuela deadly earthquake: 'Countless lives lost that in a normal country would have been rescued'
Gavin Lee is pleased to welcome Germania Rodriguez Paleo, American-Venezuelan journalist and commentator, former US chief reporter for the Daily Mail. She offers a forceful political interpretation…
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Pete Buttigieg Says He Was Separated From His Children in ‘Swatting’ Attack
The former transportation secretary recounted being kept away from his 4-year-old twins overnight after an anonymous report falsely accused him of posing a threat to them.
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What to Know About Problems at the Reflecting Pool and Trump’s Claims of Vandalism
The administration has provided little evidence to back up some of his assertions about the Lincoln Memorial pool. Experts say other factors could have caused the major problems that have plagued it.
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House Democrat: ‘No question’ Trump will try to interfere with elections
Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) on Thursday re-upped Democratic-led warnings about election interference ahead of the midterm elections. Democratic lawmakers have repeatedly voiced concerns about the…
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Venezuela Live Updates: Trump’s Vow to ‘Run’ Venezuela Is Tested After Quakes
The U.S. dispatched hundreds of rescue workers to help the Venezuelan government, as the injured overwhelmed hospitals and the death toll rose to 920. The Pentagon sent two ships, transport planes …
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Trump team is building a base in Oklahoma to test out flying cars
Administration is expected to open 1,100-acre, $8.3M facility in 2027
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Marcelo Bielsa reveló cuál es la esencia de la selección de Uruguay | Vive el Mundial
Marcelo Bielsa y varios futbolistas de Uruguay explicaron cómo el trabajo colectivo, la atención a los detalles y la convicción en una idea de juego han fortalecido a la “Celeste” en el Mundial FIF…
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U.S. strikes Iran in response to drone attack on cargo ship that Trump says violated ceasefire
The strikes came shortly after Trump told reporters, "You'll find out," whether the U.S. would respond to a drone attack a day earlier on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Hat-Trick de Dembélé para guiar la victoria de Francia ante Noruega
Ousmane Dembélé brilló con un hat-trick para guiar a Francia a una victoria que le permitió cerrar con paso perfecto la fase de grupos del Mundial 2026. Noruega, ya clasificada, afrontó el encuentr…
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A drag queen, a rainbow festival and a game FIFA can’t control
Seattle’s “Pride Match” for the Iran-Egypt game is unofficial, unlicensed and entirely the point.
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Earthquake Tests Growing Ties Between U.S. and Venezuela
The Trump administration said it would commit aid, as it expands U.S. commercial interests in Venezuela beyond oil.
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Texas education board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
The Texas education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages, widening conservative efforts to push Christian tea…
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Bill Pulte Picks G.O.P. Election Operative for Spy Agency Job
Christina Norton is the new chief of staff at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, former officials said.
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Senegal aplasta a Irak con una goleada 5-0 y mantiene viva su ilusión mundialista.
Senegal firmó una contundente victoria por 5-0 sobre Irak en la última jornada del Grupo I del Mundial 2026, con goles de Seck, Sarr, doblete de Pape Gueye y Ndiaye, un resultado que le permite seg…
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‘Greatest threat’: Trump lets his foes and ‘communists’ have it in fiery return to shooting scene
President signals intent to make national election about three House candidates in New York
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Watch: BBC reports from La Guaira, one of Venezuela's worst-hit areas
Vanessa Silva visited the coastal state, where rescuers are still working to find survivors under the rubble after twin earthquakes rocked the country.
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‘I run the protection program’: Mike Johnson warns roomful of conservatives to reelect Republicans or face prison
The Republican speaker of the House warns a roomful of conservatives what would happen to them and Trump if Democrats win back the House of Representatives
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Virginia Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Setting City Councilman on Fire
Shotsie Buck-Hayes severely burned J. Lee Vogler, a councilman in Danville, Va., last year in an attack that the police said stemmed from a “personal matter.”
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Buttigieg says family targeted in ‘politically motivated hoax’
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Friday that he was briefly separated from his 4-year-old twin children after an anonymous caller reported false accusations to Child Protective S…
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Middle East War: US strikes Iran after Trump says ceasefire was violated
The US struck Iran on Friday to respond to a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a provocation that US President Donald Trump said violated the ceasefire. The British military sai…
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As Foreign Aid Arrived, Many Venezuelans Asked: ‘Where is Our Military?’
The nation’s armed forces seemed to arrive late into the emergency response — with an emphasis on controlling traffic, even as bodies remained buried under rubble.
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Francia celebra con moderación su goleada a Noruega con Deschamps en el pensamiento
El asistente técnico de Francia, Guy Stéphan, habló sobre el excelente partido que el equipo planteó ante Noruega para terminar primeros del grupo, reconociendo que la celebración es moderada, por …
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The world's not big on the US. The World Cup might help.
Few people globally have confidence in President Donald Trump's leadership, according to a new poll.
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Brilliant Dembele hat-trick helps France see off Norway to top group
Ousmane Dembele's first-half hat-trick helps France soundly defeat a Norway side without Erling Haaland 4-1 to top Group I at the World Cup.
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Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks
Previous ceasefires between Israel and Hezbollah have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes
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No regaló una sonrisa... Dembélé lanzó un claro aviso al resto de las selecciones en el Mundial
Después de anotar un Hat-Trick, el jugador del PSG se mostró serio y contundente con sus declaraciones, asegurando que en Francia están muy concentrados.
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Pete Buttigieg recalls ‘darkest hours’ after separation from children over hoax CPS report
Police say anonymous tip was unsubstantiated after what Buttigieg calls ‘deeply distressing’ day apart from children Pete Buttigieg , the former US transportation secretary, said on Friday an anony…
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Haaland encabeza el saludo de los jugadores de Noruega a la afición: ¡Todos querían verlo!
El delantero del Manchester City no jugó ante Francia, y perdieron, aunque eso no fue motivo para agradecer a toda la afición que asistió a Foxborough.
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Trump threatens 100% tariff on European nations over tech tax
The US president says "Numerous European countries" have been discussing bringing in such a levy.
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Burkina Faso ruling junta cuts diplomatic ties with ex-ruler France
Burkina Faso's military junta on Friday cut diplomatic ties with former colonial power France, accusing Paris of acting against its interests and backing subversive networks and militants in the Sa…
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This major US lake just hit its lowest summer level ever. Here’s why you should be concerned
Tens of millions of Americans rely on the lake for resources and recreation
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Senators call for the military healthcare program to cover autism therapy as a basic benefit
Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand and Eric Schmitt issued a letter Friday to Pentagon leadership calling for the military healthcare program to cover autism therapy as a basic benefit.
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Trump is so mad his late-night snack obsession was revealed he’s issued a new White House edict: report
Trump allegedly barred staff from talking about a new book that paints an unflattering picture of the president
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A floating convenience store appears in Toronto
“Global Convenience,” an art installation honoring the city’s role as a World Cup host, is a near-perfect replica of a corner shop. Someone got stranded after swimming out to it last week.
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Home secretary sought to restrict minister’s access to papers as she calls for his sacking
Row between Shabana Mahmood and Mike Tapp broke out after he wrote unauthorised article about immigration A rift between Keir Starmer and Shabana Mahmood has deepened after it emerged the home secr…
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‘Pride Match’ Celebration Proves Awkward for Iran-Egypt Game in Seattle
Although homosexuality is illegal in both countries, their World Cup game has been designated a “Pride Match” by Seattle’s organizing committee to mark the month celebrating the L.G.B.T.Q. community.
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A day after Alito's testy response to Sotomayor's dissent, court says it was a 'misunderstanding'
During Supreme Court opinions Thursday, Justice Samuel Alito, who wrote the majority opinion in an asylum case, appeared to rebut Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who wrote the dissent. The move was highly…
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World Cup 2026: Senegal crush 10-man Iraq to remain in hunt for knockout spot
Senegal kept their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup knockouts alive with a thumping 5-0 win over Iraq on Friday as they finished third in Group I behind France and Norway.
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Venezuela earthquakes kill 920 people as families desperate for news
Hundreds are still feared trapped under the rubble, as international rescue teams start to arrive.
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Tackling the Politics of the World Cup
The soccer tournament has brought a flood of political story lines.
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2026 isn’t the first time Christians have tried to claim the US as their own
More often than not, the insistence that the U.S. is ‘one nation under God’ is not a triumphant statement of success
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