Yemen's Houthi militia, aligned with Iran, has threatened to attack tankers using Saudi Arabian ports, potentially disrupting Saudi oil exports and deepening the regional crisis, with the US weighing responses.
Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip have killed at least 12 Palestinians, including six members of one family, with the UN's human rights office condemning the recent intensification of attacks and raising concerns about international humanitarian law violations.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has opened to massive global box office success, earning $264m, and widespread critical praise. The film, lauded for its technical wizardry and unique vision of Homer's epic, also sparked controversy over filming locations in Western Sahara and discussions on its Oscar potential.
Pauline Hanson's recent overseas trip has generated negative headlines due to controversial comments, prompting members of her One Nation party, including Barnaby Joyce, to defend her actions in Australia.
Samsung is set to unveil new foldable phones, including a wider form factor, at its Unpacked event, anticipating Apple's entry into the foldable market. This proactive move aims to maintain its market dominance against looming competition.
Donald Trump ha dichiarato che gli Stati Uniti non lasceranno l'Iran e non hanno ancora finito, minacciando di colpire "presto e in modo pesante Pickaxe Mountain", dove si sospetta l'arricchimento dell'uranio.
India's 22-member boxing contingent for the 2026 Commonwealth Games experienced a significant setback as nearly half their luggage went missing during their flight from Belfast to Glasgow, leaving several boxers without essential training gear and ceremonial attire days before the competition. This is the second such incident for the team, which still holds high medal expectations despite the logistical issues.
U.S. President Donald Trump warned the Iran-backed Houthi militia against blocking the Red Sea, stating the U.S. would "take care of it." He also threatened imminent, heavy strikes on Iran's suspected underground nuclear site, Pickaxe Mountain, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth compared Iran's military buildup to North Korea's.
Russia's MOEX Index gained 3.9% and the RTS Index rose 3.59% on Tuesday, with analysts forecasting continued recovery but expressing concerns over a potential tightening of the Bank of Russia's monetary policy. The ruble showed mixed movements against major currencies.
Ein 21-jähriger Syrer wurde in Dresden zu drei Jahren Jugendhaft verurteilt, weil er einen US-Amerikaner in einer Straßenbahn mit einem Cuttermesser im Gesicht verletzt hatte. Ein 22-jähriger Mitangeklagter erhielt eine Bewährungsstrafe. Das Urteil ist noch nicht rechtskräftig.
Six merchant ships have changed course in the past day after Houthis warned of a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, banning maritime shipping to Saudi ports. The Saudi-led Arab coalition vowed "resolute and harsh measures" to protect merchant ships in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, calling the Houthi actions piracy.
A Seoul court denied an arrest warrant for a woman, nicknamed "Oldarc," accused of obstructing business by blocking a vote counting center entrance for two hours last month. The court found no risk of evidence destruction or flight. Warrants were also sought for four men involved in related protests, with one granted.
Options traders anticipate a significant post-earnings move for Tesla stock, implying a 5.76% swing, the largest since October 2025. Bullish call options dominate trading ahead of Wednesday's report, despite Tesla's historical muted earnings reactions, while SpaceX's upcoming earnings also weigh on investor sentiment.
Bitcoin reached its highest level since mid-June, prompting bullish options trading in crypto-related stocks. Traders are piling into calls for the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT), MicroStrategy, and Coinbase Global, signaling confidence in a potential crypto market recovery.
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.
Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, 27, has made a strong comeback after a career-threatening patellar tendon rupture in April 2024, which caused him to miss the Paris Olympics. Now in peak physical condition, he aims to win gold at the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and perform well at the Asian Games, having recently registered an 8.38m jump.
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, largely unknown in Brussels, prepares for an EU-UK summit. He inherits a "reset agenda" aiming to ease trade barriers, link emissions systems, and establish a youth exchange, while navigating familiar Brexit dilemmas and his stated desire to rejoin the EU in his lifetime.
Ben Stokes marked his return to competitive cricket for Durham in the One-Day Cup, three weeks after Test retirement, by scoring an unbeaten 108 against Derbyshire, battling severe cramp to secure a five-wicket victory.
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.
Morgan Bohman från Kalvträsk, Västerbotten, har fångat över 30 000 gäddor och siktar på att nå 50 000 till sin 60-årsdag. Han tillbringar upp till 15 timmar dagligen i sin roddbåt och bokför noggrant varje fångst som en del av sitt livsprojekt.
The July 20 episode of WWE Monday Night RAW in Detroit featured Solo Sikoa offering Seth Rollins help against Roman Reigns at SummerSlam. The night included tag team and singles matches, concluding with The Bloodline standing tall after Jacob Fatu defeated LA Knight in the main event.
England's Jacob Bethell shared his "unforgettable" experience opening the batting with Virat Kohli for Royal Challengers Bengaluru at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, describing intense nerves and an electric atmosphere. He also revealed Kohli's relaxed off-field demeanor, contrasting his competitive on-field persona.
Supporters of India's youth-led Cockroach movement continue protests in New Delhi, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over alleged exam system failures. This follows a police crackdown using tear gas and batons, injuring nearly 180 people, including students and officers. Opposition leaders also joined sit-ins.
A proposed merger involving Tether-backed Twenty One Capital, Strike, and Elektron Energy has been scrapped. Strike will now operate as a standalone company, while Jack Mallers steps down as Twenty One Capital CEO, succeeded by Raphael Zagury. Discussions between Twenty One and Elektron Energy are ongoing.
