New Zealand mass shooter ( Christchurch, 2019 )
Investigators have linked the May attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego to two teenagers who killed three worshippers and themselves. Authorities have recovered a 74–75 page hate-filled document referencing Christchurch and a large weapons cache; Muslim leaders are warning that anti-Muslim rhetoric and online extremism have been rising and are endangering communities.
FIFA has enforced new on-field rules at the 2026 World Cup that have provoked disputes: Miguel Almirón has received the tournament's first red card for covering his mouth, broadcasters and fans have criticised mandatory three-minute hydration breaks, and a VAR official was investigated over a hand gesture but cleared. Players, coaches and commentators are publicly divided.
A 14-year-old has pleaded not guilty to preparing terrorist acts and racially aggravated damage in connection with an alleged plan to attack two Sutton mosques. Prosecutors say the plan involved online reconnaissance, a manifesto inspired by extremist figures, and a targeted attack on worshippers. He is remanded in youth detention ahead of an August court appearance.