How this photographer’s second camera caught a blast of lightning among the fireworks
A bolt of lightning strikes during a fireworks show in New York City, as seen from Bayonne, N.J., Saturday, July 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)…
Hong Kong eateries welcome dogs in a step to promote a pet-friendly society
A dog sits on its owner at a dining table inside the Wan Land Cafe on the first day dogs are legally permitted in restaurants…
FACT FOCUS: Norway brought its own food to the World Cup. But not because it distrusts US products
Norwegian players Erling Haaland, left, Alexander Soerloth (7), Kristoffer Ajer (3) and teammates celebrate after defeating Senegal in a World Cup Group I soccer match…
US launches more strikes on Iran with blasts reported in south of country
Trump says the attacks are “retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran”. Iran earlier promised strong retaliation.
US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states
2026-07-09T03:11:51Z DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday, and Tehran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and…
US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states
2026-07-09T03:11:51Z DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday, and Tehran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and…
Platner’s disastrous candidacy exposes rifts that could dampen Democrats’ Senate hopes
Along with creating tumult in a must-win race for Democrats, Graham Platner’s exit is laying bare division between the party’s left wing and moderates.
MPs seek veto over political ambassadors after Mandelson row
A Foreign Affairs Committee report said the process taken in the appointment of Lord Mandelson “was being made up as it went along”.
Democrat Graham Platner suspends campaign for key US Senate race in Maine
The decision came days after a woman accused him of sexual assault, an accusation he says is “categorically false”.
Brewers find a new injury to Brandon Woodruff’s troublesome shoulder and plan a second opinion
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Milwaukee. (AP…