Ukraine war: Russia continues bombing Kyiv – 26 dead including 3 children
Russia’s devastating bombing campaign in Kyiv kills 26 people including 3 children as Trump gives Putin 10-day ultimatum to end Ukraine war.
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Trump announces additional tariffs on dozens of countries from August 7
Trump signs executive order imposing increased tariffs on dozens of countries worldwide, with rates ranging from 10% to 41%, taking effect August 7th.
5-month-old baby dies in hot car during Nebraska heatwave
Tragic incident in Nebraska as 5-month-old baby dies in hot car during heatwave. Father faces criminal charges for negligent child abuse resulting in death.
Trump signs executive orders: “Major step in making America healthy again”
Trump signs executive orders at White House with sports stars, restoring school fitness tests as part of his “make America healthy again” mission.
Ukraine war: One dead, 20+ injured in Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv
Russian forces launched overnight drone and missile attacks on Kyiv, killing one woman and injuring at least 20 people in residential areas and schools.
US Navy F-35C fighter jet crashes in California – pilot survives
US Navy F-35C fighter jet crashes at Naval Air Station Lemoore in California. Pilot successfully ejects and survives with no injuries reported.
Trump announces new trade deal with South Korea: 15% tariffs
Trump announces new trade agreement with South Korea featuring 15% tariffs and $350 billion in investments under American control.
Canada announces conditional recognition of Palestinian state
Canada joins France and UK in announcing conditional recognition of Palestinian state in September, requiring democratic reforms and elections from Palestinian Authority.
8.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Russia: Why the tsunami was triggered – Larger aftershock cannot be ruled out
Massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Russian coast on megathrust fault, triggering Pacific-wide tsunami warnings and reaching Hawaii with 1.7-meter waves.
Flights grounded in London and Edinburgh due to technical failure
Major UK airports including Heathrow and Gatwick ground flights due to air traffic control technical failure, causing widespread travel disruption.
Israel considers annexing parts of Gaza – The ultimatum to Hamas
Israeli minister proposes Gaza annexation as pressure tool against Hamas, potentially derailing Palestinian statehood hopes amid international recognition threats.
EU: Greece and 17 member states apply for SAFE defense program
Eighteen EU member states, including Greece, apply for €127 billion SAFE defense program funding to strengthen European military capabilities and security.