Alec Baldwin to face civil trial over Rust film set shooting
The criminal case against the actor was dismissed in 2024.

The criminal case against the actor was dismissed in 2024.

AI executives and companies are investing heavily in the 2026 midterm elections, with two major PACs spending at least $44 million on candidates to influence AI legislation. The industry aims to shape the first national regulations for AI use, drawing parallels to the crypto industry's influence in past elections.

The US and Iran have exchanged strikes for a second night, leading to a dramatic drop in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The US reports hitting 90 military targets, while Iran claims 14 deaths and retaliatory strikes on US assets.

Andy Burnham is set to become Labour's new leader as no other candidates have emerged to challenge him. Nominations opened Thursday, and without opposition, Burnham could be declared leader next week and potentially become prime minister on July 20th.

Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old wildcard ranked 114th, has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals, defying expectations and rewriting history. His remarkable victories, including a straight-sets win over Flavio Cobolli, have captivated the nation and drawn comparisons to Goran Ivanisevic's 2001 run.

Gas prices may increase as President Trump signals the end of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, potentially pushing the national average towards $4 a gallon. Financial planners advise drivers to review budgets and cut discretionary spending.

Following a day of escalating attacks, the US launched a new round of strikes on Iran, targeting military infrastructure and air defense systems. Iran confirmed retaliatory strikes on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.