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Israeli prosecutors have indicted settler Yinon Levi for reckless manslaughter over the July 2025 shooting that killed Palestinian teacher and activist Awdah (Awdeh) Hathaleen in Umm al-Khair. The charge carries a maximum 12-year sentence; Levi also faces armed trespass and malicious damage counts. Rights groups say the indictment is rare, not systemic change.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage has struck the Moon near Einstein Crater at about 5,400 mph, carving a new crater and throwing up a plume of dust. South Korea’s Danuri orbiter has photographed the site and NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter is due to image the impact next week. Scientists are analysing the collision to study crater formation and risks from lunar debris.
Scientists have found that human-caused warming has made the hot, dry and windy weather that fuelled this summer’s wildfires far more likely: roughly 20 times more likely in central Spain and about twice as likely in parts of France. The results accompany mass evacuations, record burn areas and heavy smoke that has crossed international borders.
The 2026 F1 season has sparked a debate over new engine-regulation changes and Audi’s entry. Drivers warn the sport’s adrenaline and authenticity may be at risk, while teams assess long-term futures as the summer break begins.
A slate of new streaming offerings arrives this week, including Hulu’s The Shards and Prime Video’s Sterling Point, alongside Ted Lasso’s return and a Billie Eilish concert film. The Last House debuts on Netflix, while The Shards adapts Bret Easton Ellis’s autofiction for television, and Sterling Point follows Annie Jacobson on a Canadian island.
Multiple articles show how AI-generated content is weaponising sexual violence, with victims recounting traumatic breaches, legal actions against perpetrators, and bills to curb nonconsensual deepfakes advancing in the US. Campaigns urge faster platform action and stronger legal penalties as cases surface across the UK, US and Europe.
British heavyweight Moses Itauma is fighting Filip Hrgovic on 29 August at London's O2 Arena for the vacant IBF heavyweight title. The bout could crown the youngest world heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson, with Itauma aiming to write his own chapter in boxing history.
English golfer Charley Hull has shot a bogey-free 62 to move into a commanding second at the Open, trailing Canadian 17-year-old Anna Huang by a stroke. Hull's surge follows a strong round that included an eagle and nine birdies, with Wales' Lydia Hall also in contention. Huang and a cluster of champions are within reach as the weekend action unfolds.
On 12 August the Moon will cover more than 90% of the Sun over much of the UK, with maximum coverage around 7.13–7.16pm depending on location. Royal Museums Greenwich and astronomers have warned that ordinary sunglasses are unsafe; viewers should use ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses, solar telescopes or pinhole/colander projection. Weather will affect visibility.
FIFA has withdrawn its $4.2bn private‑investor plan after widespread pushback from UEFA and other stakeholders. Infantino remains under pressure as he seeks a fourth term, while national federations demand greater transparency and governance reforms.
France has enacted a new law banning unsolicited marketing calls without prior consent, with penalties for non-compliance. The measure aims to curb consumer harassment and shield vulnerable groups, entering into force on Aug. 11, 2026. The move follows years of complaints and mirrors similar steps in Germany and other countries.
FIFA leadership has reaffirmed support for Infantino, apologized for errors in the Forward Enterprise plan, and announced a review of the processes amid backlash from national associations. The meetings in Rabat aim to restore confidence, but critics warn scrutiny will continue ahead of the 2027/2030 election cycle.
Dinamo Zagreb have defeated FC Kauno Žalgiris 5-0 in the Croatian capital, with McKenna scoring and helping Zagreb solidify their lead in the tie. The 29-year-old defender, who has been linked with Rangers, has featured prominently in Europe this season as Zagreb push towards the play-off round.
A coalition of 25 US states has filed suit in the US Court of International Trade to stop 10–12.5% tariffs that took effect in July on goods from about 60 trading partners. Plaintiffs say the administration has used forced‑labour claims to recreate broad levies courts have already struck down; the White House says the duties are lawful under Section 301.
The CST has recorded 1,926 anti-Jewish hate incidents in January–June 2026, up 21% from the previous year, marking the second-highest first-half total on record. Physical assaults, school incidents, and arson attacks on synagogues and Jewish sites have driven the increase, with events in Golders Green and London drawing particular attention.
Crews in St. Mary’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, are draining about 110 tanks of fermented fish sauce left behind by the Atlantic Seafood Sauce Company, in a $1.7 million cleanup that will absorb liquid with peat moss and transport it to a lined disposal pit. The town has fought for provincial support after decades of neglect.
Newcastle United has appointed Matthias Jaissle as head coach to succeed Eddie Howe. Jaissle, 38, arrives from Al Ahli with a track record of high‑intensity, attacking football and a trophy‑laden spell in Asia. The club aims to rebuild after a difficult 2025-26 season and a flurry of summer departures.
S&P Global’s UK manufacturing PMI has shown growth in July, with improved output and export demand offsetting confidence concerns amid Middle East tensions and energy price pressures. The report notes a rebound in new orders and a gradual labour-market slowdown
The Met Police are appealing for information in the 1979 disappearance of Suzanne Lawrence, a 14-year-old from east London. Detectives say any detail could now prove vital as they review the case alongside Missing Persons charity and continue urging witnesses to come forward.
The United States has faced a wave of double-digit tariffs on 59 countries and the EU, arguing they curb forced-labor imports. Courts are being asked to halt the tariffs, with states seeking refunds while White House officials defend the measures as lawful responses to unfair practices. The move follows a Supreme Court ruling that cast doubt on broader authority.
The Khalra case in Punjab remains a touchstone for human rights accountability after Paramjit Kaur Khalra and Sikh activists were subjected to disappearances, torture, and killings tied to state actions during the 1980s. Recent films and international attention rekindle debates over state accountability and freedom of expression.
FIFA has apologised for errors around its aborted plan to sell World Cup rights to private investors as allies and critics clash over leadership. Jordan’s FA says prize money for the Arab Cup final remains unpaid eight months on, while FIFA insists it has not influenced member associations’ positions.
An oil spill from a sanctioned tanker grounded off Oman has expanded dramatically, spreading to the coastline and into the Arabian Sea reserve, according to satellite imagery cited by Greenpeace Germany and corroborated by multiple outlets. The tanker Caroline Bezengi is under sanctions by the UK and EU, and authorities have yet to confirm the cause of the leak or the ship's next move.
Canadian and U.S. wildfire seasons are expanding amid hotter, drier conditions. Recent studies attribute increased fire frequency to climate change, while large blazes trigger evacuations and cross-border smoke advisories. Officials warn conditions will persist and intensify.
The WTA has instituted one-off mandatory gene-testing for all players to compete at the 2028 Olympics, aiming to distinguish biological sex from gender identity. Players including Sabalenka have supported the policy, while critics warn of privacy and rights concerns. The policy has drawn comparisons to other sports and sparked debate about transgender athletes in competition.
A new global analysis finds that ever having worked around pesticides raises the risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) by about 61%–71%, with herbicides driving a stronger link. The study pools data from eight past investigations and notes higher risk in men. Experts caution that causality remains unproven and exposure measurement varies.
The US has returned a large share of tariffs collected under a contested set of levies after the Supreme Court ruled the broad import taxes unlawful under emergency powers. Refunds have paid out hundreds of millions, with billions remaining under review and more tariffs still being introduced.
Kellogg has identified fruit- and vegetable-based juices to color cereals like Froot Loops and Apple Jacks and is investing in equipment to switch to natural colorings, a year earlier than planned. The company is also phasing out BHT from cereals that still contain it, following years of pressure from consumers and policymakers. Retailers are pushing for change as well, with Target and Walmart aligning store policies with the shift.
Google says attackers have exploited human error to steal credentials through fake IT help desks and malspam sites. Several private equity firms and financial services groups have been targeted, with payouts reportedly made in some cases. The operation, run under aliases like Falcon and Redact, emphasizes that low-tech methods remain highly effective.