Ben Carroll emerges as Victoria's 50th premier after 48 hours of intense leadership battle, defeating initial resistance from outgoing premier Allan and a surprise nomination from Sonya Kilkenny, with a pledge to chart a new course for Labor.
Saltburn Cricket Club's Brian Devine is at the center of a cheating scandal after allegedly clicking his fingers to mimic the sound of the ball hitting the bat's edge, sparking widespread debate and his suspension pending a proper hearing.
Tadej Pogačar secures his 5th Tour de France title, winning by 6 min 26 sec ahead of Remco Evenepoel. Mathieu van der Poel wins the final stage in Paris, a race impacted by heatwaves and wildfires that altered stages.
A massive, uncontained wildfire in southwest France's Gironde region, spanning an area four times the size of Paris, continues to threaten the region as temperatures are expected to soar to 40°C, despite a temporary halt in overnight spread.
Saltburn Cricket Club suspends a player indefinitely after a viral video alleged cheating by clicking fingers to deceive the umpire in a Division Two match, prompting a league investigation.
An amateur cricketer in England's North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League is under investigation for allegedly cheating by clicking his fingers to mimic the sound of a bat connecting with the ball, resulting in a batter being given out despite the ball being nowhere near the bat.
Moonshot AI has released Kimi K3’s weights and supporting infrastructure, making the model available for public use, modification and distribution. The open-weight system is described as the largest of its kind at 2.8 trillion parameters.
Spain faces its fourth heat wave as crews battle wildfires that have devastated nearly 200,000 acres, with over 70,000 people evacuated, amid political debate over climate change's role.
New England's 2006 heatwave vulnerabilities led to investments in rooftop solar (2008-2010), which recently generated over 6 GW of electricity during a heatwave, saving customers $130-149 million in a week, outperforming nuclear power at peak demand
Chinese researchers create tantalum-based alloy retaining strength at 2,400°C, surpassing 2,000°C limit of most metals, with potential for aerospace, hypersonic vehicles, and nuclear reactors.
Extreme weather events like wildfires, heatwaves, and floods are disrupting summer camps across the US, forcing adaptations and highlighting climate change's impact on children's activities.
The UK is expected to declare another heatwave next week as temperatures in England and Wales are forecast to reach up to 35°C, with yellow heat health alerts issued for several regions from 28 to 31 July, warning of minor health impacts and increased risk to vulnerable populations.
South Korea's weather agency issues highest-level heat wave warnings for southeastern parts, including Daegu, Gyeongsan, Cheongdo, Pohang, and Gyeongju, with temperatures reaching up to 38.4°C on July 26.
Over 100,000 people have been evacuated in Spain and France due to heatwave-induced wildfires, with a tractor driver arrested in Spain for allegedly sparking one of the blazes. The EU has deployed water-bombing aircraft to both countries.
Tavia Watts' viral video highlighted the growing climate anxiety in the UK, particularly among parents, as record June heatwaves intensify fears for children's futures. Psychologists confirm a rise in "anticipatory anxiety" and offer coping strategies like community action and self-care.
A large heathland fire at Headon Warren on the Isle of Wight, which impacted 25 hectares, is now "under control" according to the National Trust. Firefighters from Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, assisted by mainland crews and local farmers, continue to tackle hotspots, though the cause remains unknown.
Heat health alerts are active across parts of England until Sunday, with temperatures possibly reaching 30C as dry, warm weather persists. This follows a drought declaration in north Wales and the upper Severn region, and concerns over climate change's impact on extreme weather.
British actor Gugu Mbatha-Raw discusses her new Sky supernatural thriller, "Possession," which delves into Britain's colonial legacy and slavery. She reflects on her career, from "Belle" to "The Morning Show," and the changing landscape for Black talent in the UK film and TV industry.
Ein Mann, der in Arcugnano, Italien, ein modernes Bauwerk als "jahrtausendealtes Amphitheater" ausgab und ohne Genehmigung in einem Landschaftsschutzgebiet errichtete, wurde wegen illegaler Bautätigkeit und Fälschung zu zwei Jahren und vier Monaten Haft verurteilt. Das Gelände wurde beschlagnahmt.
Experts identify common causes of fatigue and poor sleep, including high CO2 levels in bedrooms, low creatine stores, insufficient daylight exposure, lack of fibre, and late-night eating, offering simple lifestyle adjustments to improve energy and rest.
Crop nutrient content has declined for decades, prompting research into solutions. Regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health, shows promise in boosting nutrient density in some studies, but faces skepticism regarding scalability and cost-effectiveness.
Friedrich Merz' Kabinettsumbildung nach Jens Spahns Rücktritt verläuft nicht reibungslos. Bundesverkehrsminister Schnieder steht auf Abruf, nachdem ein Nachfolger abgesagt hat. Merz stärkt drei Vertraute, darunter Carsten Linnemann, und ernennt eine Frau zur Kanzleramtsministerin.
Tens of thousands have fled wildfires in southwest France and Spain, with Spain declaring a national emergency as huge blazes merged outside Madrid. Searing heat has created tinder-dry conditions across Europe, straining emergency services and impacting crops and nuclear plant cooling.
British Para-cyclist Daphne Schrager, a Paris 2024 silver medallist, has received a two-year ban for testing positive for the banned substance Ligandrol. Schrager denies cheating, arguing the positive test was due to environmental contamination. The ban is backdated, making her eligible to compete at the 2028 Paralympic Games.
