La Comunidad Valenciana aprueba la ley de presupuestos de 2026, incluyendo por primera vez en España la «prioridad nacional» de Vox, que regirá el acceso a vivienda pública y ayudas sociales. Este pacto entre PP y Vox, liderado por Juanfran Pérez Llorca, endurece los requisitos de arraigo para prestaciones.
A Human Rights Watch report alleges that civilians in Ecuador faced attacks and abuses, including torture and arbitrary detention, during joint US-Ecuador military operations targeting organised crime. The report details incidents near the Colombia border and at sea, prompting HRW to urge the US Congress for greater oversight of the partnership.
Table tennis legend Deng Yaping congratulated veterans Ma Long and Xu Xin on their third men's doubles title at the National Championships in Changsha, praising their meticulous technique, experience, and composure against younger opponents.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the U.S. will investigate Chinese open-source AI models for intellectual property theft, threatening sanctions against companies found to be stealing IP. This move escalates the technological competition as Chinese models gain capabilities, potentially harming American AI firms.
Indonesia has again reduced the budget for President Prabowo Subianto's signature free school meals program to 229 trillion rupiah, with further cuts possible. The program, a key election pledge, faces efficiency drives, logistical issues, food poisoning incidents, and corruption allegations, prompting a review to improve quality over beneficiary numbers.
A US appeals court overturned a lower court's order to release Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi from immigration detention, potentially allowing the Trump administration to re-detain him. This decision is part of an ongoing campaign against pro-Palestinian student protesters, with Mahdawi, a lawful permanent resident, facing deportation proceedings.
Andy Burnham has established a new Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, led by Louise Haigh, consolidating parts of the Cabinet Office, Treasury, and housing ministry. This move aims to make No 10 North in Manchester the "dominant driver of the UK’s economy" and shift power from London.
India's T20I vice-captain Tilak Varma addressed the team's recent back-to-back series defeats against Ireland and England, attributing challenges to adapting to overseas conditions. He stressed the importance of learning from setbacks, maintaining a positive team environment, and regaining momentum ahead of the upcoming T20I series against Zimbabwe.
Hong Kong police arrested 991 individuals aged 16-93 and seized HK$3 million cash and HK$4.4 million in valuables during a June-July crackdown on illegal World Cup gambling. The operation uncovered HK$365 million in betting records across 249 premises, targeting bookmaking, betting, illegal gambling operations, and money laundering.
A US State Department report alleges Cuba is behind major US political upheavals, including the George Floyd riots and rise of antifa, and poses a unique threat. This comes as Cuba faces a six-month US oil blockade and sanctions, leading to severe shortages and blackouts, with critics calling the report a new form of McCarthyism.
MAGA Inc., Donald Trump's super PAC, amassed over $400 million for the 2026 midterms, per FEC filings. This war chest, including donations from Isaacman and the Winklevoss twins, gives Republicans a financial edge to defend narrow majorities, fueling questions on spending in key Senate races.
Louise Haigh, who resigned as Transport Secretary in November 2024 after a fraud conviction from her twenties emerged, has been brought back into government by Andy Burnham. She will serve as First Secretary of State and head the Cabinet Office, cementing her senior role after supporting Burnham's political rise.
Leaders of India's "Cockroach Movement" will stop street protests in New Delhi due to police violence during a march to parliament, which injured 150. The movement, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam leaks, will continue its advocacy.
India faced a disappointing start at the China Masters badminton tournament as Devika Sihag and HS Prannoy were eliminated in the opening round on Tuesday. Sihag lost in three games, while Prannoy suffered a straight-game defeat. Attention now shifts to PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and Ayush Shetty, who are scheduled to play on Wednesday.
Abderrahim Fakir, 42, died in Bologna, Italy, under police restraint, sparking protests and an investigation. A video shows Fakir calling for help as officers sat on him. Opposition parties and human rights groups demand answers, while government officials defend the police, drawing comparisons to George Floyd's death.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim warned senior officials, including ministers, deputy ministers, and members of agency boards, that they must resign from their positions if they intend to campaign for political parties, to prevent weaponizing their official roles against allies in his unity government.
Queensland's LNP government spent nearly $50 million on advertising last financial year, including a $5 million statewide campaign and $9 million on road safety. Parliamentary estimates also revealed over $410,000 in termination payouts to ministerial staff, sparking opposition criticism.
Hong Kong police arrested 78 people, including a 16-year-old, in an anti-triad operation targeting illegal gambling at Happy Valley Racecourse. The crackdown, conducted from July 7 to Monday, uncovered a syndicate involved in illicit horse racing betting.
Collingwood coach Craig McRae expressed unwavering support for Norm Smith medallist Bobby Hill, who is on personal leave and looking to cut short his contract until 2030. McRae also discussed the Magpies' upcoming "finals-like" clash against Adelaide and provided an update on player availability.
Ukrainian drone and missile strikes on Crimea's infrastructure have caused severe fuel, electricity, and water shortages, leading to widespread frustration among residents and disrupting daily life on the peninsula since its 2014 annexation.
Sri Lanka is experiencing a severe dengue outbreak with 76,044 infections and 53 deaths since January, approaching 2017 levels. Hospitals in areas like Negombo are overwhelmed by a rapid influx of patients, forcing them to add beds and increase staff hours.
The Trump administration is considering cutting ties and funding to the UN refugee agency (UNHCR), its largest donor, prompting a diplomatic campaign to maintain support. This deliberation follows a dispute over the appointment of UNHCR's deputy high commissioner, with the US-backed candidate being overlooked. A withdrawal would severely weaken UNHCR amidst record global displacement.
The Trump administration's State Department released a report labeling several US activists and organizations, including Hasan Piker and Chris Smalls, as "front groups and fellow travelers" for Cuba. The report denounces Cuba as the "capital of 21st-century communism" and accuses its government of a "campaign of subversion" in the US.
Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Labour leader and Prime Minister after Keir Starmer's resignation, inheriting a party in electoral freefall. He aims to revive the centre-left by appealing to hope, contrasting with Starmer's grim tone, and faces challenges from populist forces like Reform UK.
