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15-07-2025
Robin Kaye, a music supervisor for 'American Idol', and her husband Thomas Deluca were found murdered in their Los Angeles home in Encino. The couple, both 70, were discovered during a welfare check after not being heard from for four days. The investigation is ongoing, with evidence suggesting a possible break-in and gunshot wounds to the head.
Entities: Robin Kaye, Thomas Deluca, American Idol, Los Angeles, Encino • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article criticizes former President Joe Biden's defense of his staff's use of his autopen to sign pardon and commutation warrants, suggesting that his aides had significant control over the process and that Biden was not fully in charge. Biden claimed to have made every decision regarding the 25 autopen-signed warrants issued in the final months of his presidency, but admitted that he didn't explicitly agree to each case. The article questions the legitimacy of the process and highlights investigations by the Justice Department and Congress into allegations that Biden's aides abused the power of presidential signatures to conceal his cognitive decline.
Entities: Joe Biden, The New York Times, Donald Trump, Justice Department, Congress • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
15-07-2025
A California professor, Jonathan Anthony Caravello, was arrested during a federal raid on a marijuana farm in Ventura County for allegedly throwing a tear gas canister back at ICE agents. The raid was conducted due to allegations of child labor violations and hiring undocumented workers. Caravello, a math and philosophy professor at California State University Channel Islands, was charged with assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers or employees. The incident involved clashes between protesters and law enforcement, resulting in the arrest of over 350 undocumented workers and the rescue of at least 14 migrant children from potential exploitation.
Entities: Jonathan Anthony Caravello, California State University Channel Islands, Glass House Farms, ICE agents, Ventura County • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article criticizes California Governor Gavin Newsom and DNC official Jane Fleming Kleeb for harassing Vice President JD Vance and his family at Disneyland, calling it a craven and chilling act that reflects the growing trend of political confrontation and incivility.
Entities: Gavin Newsom, JD Vance, Disneyland, California, Jane Fleming Kleeb • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
15-07-2025
Severe flash flooding hit the tri-state area on Monday, causing major disruptions in New York City and New Jersey. The flooding led to subway delays and road closures in NYC, with several major highways and parkways becoming impassable. New Jersey's governor declared a state of emergency, advising residents to stay indoors and avoid travel. The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings for all five NYC boroughs, Nassau County, and Westchester County until midnight.
Entities: New York City, New Jersey, National Weather Service, NYC Emergency Management, MTA • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A homeowner in Goodyear, Arizona, David Martin, is facing fines from his Homeowners' Association (HOA) for providing free bottled water in his driveway. Martin has received over $650 in citations and is now raising $50,000 to take the HOA to court. The dispute has gone viral, with supporters donating cases of bottled water and Martin selling 'Free. Cold. Water.' T-shirts to fund his legal battle. The HOA claims Martin is violating bylaws by advertising the water distribution, while Martin argues the cooler is not a permanent fixture and provides a valuable service to the community.
Entities: David Martin, Goodyear, Arizona, Canyon Trails Unit 4 West Homeowners' Association, Homeowners' Association • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Paranormal investigator Dan Rivera, 54, died suddenly while on tour with the allegedly haunted Annabelle doll in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Rivera was a US Army veteran and lead investigator for the New England Society for Psychic Research. He had just completed a three-day sellout run when he died. The cause of death remains unclear. Rivera was known for his work on TV shows such as 'Most Haunted Places' and '28 Days Haunted,' and used social media to promote his tour.
Entities: Dan Rivera, Annabelle, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR) • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article discusses 'quiet cracking,' a workplace trend characterized by gradual burnout and dissatisfaction among employees. It affects over half of employees at some point in their careers, often due to lack of support, unclear roles, and unmanageable workloads. Experts warn that ignoring quiet cracking can lead to revenge quitting, a trend where employees quit their jobs in disruptive ways.
Entities: TalentLMS, Kickresume, Peter Duris, Ben Askins, Gen Zers • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article discusses a new trend where single women in New York City are allegedly stealing men's lunches in Midtown Manhattan to get their attention and potentially spark a romantic connection. The women claim the stolen lunch tactic allows them to message the men on LinkedIn, using the name on the order. The article explores the challenges of modern dating, citing the decline of in-person approaches and the fear of being perceived as 'creepy.' Experts weigh in on what makes an approach flirtatious versus freaky, suggesting that straightforwardness and good intentions are key.
Entities: New York City, Midtown Manhattan, TikTok, LinkedIn, Nicole Or • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Jazz Chisholm Jr. had a disappointing performance at the Home Run Derby, hitting only three home runs and being eliminated in the first round. Social media users heavily mocked his performance, calling it a 'Flyout derby.' Despite his poor showing, Chisholm has displayed his power this season, hitting 17 home runs in 65 games. The article also notes that other Yankees players, such as Anthony Volpe and Jasson Dominguez, were jokingly criticized on social media.
Entities: Jazz Chisholm Jr., Home Run Derby, Yankees, X (social media platform), MLB • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article argues that the left has become a cult-like secular religion that indoctrinates children in public schools with its ideology, and that parents can fight back against this with the Supreme Court's recent ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor, which allowed parents to opt their children out of lessons that conflict with their religious beliefs.
Entities: Supreme Court, Mahmoud v. Taylor, Montgomery County, LGBT, Judaism • Tone: positive • Sentiment: negative • Intent: persuade
15-07-2025
A recent poll by Echelon Insights shows that Kamala Harris is the frontrunner for the 2028 Democratic presidential primary with 26% support, followed by Pete Buttigieg and Gavin Newsom with 11% and 10% respectively. On the Republican side, JD Vance leads with 42% support, 33 points ahead of Ron DeSantis.
Entities: Kamala Harris, Pete Buttigieg, Gavin Newsom, Echelon Insights, JD Vance • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Around 1,500 young tarantulas were discovered hidden in chocolate sponge-cake boxes at Cologne Bonn airport in western Germany. The shipment, which originated from Vietnam, was intercepted by customs officials after they were alerted by a noticeable smell. Most of the tarantulas did not survive the trip, and the survivors were handed over to an expert handler. Criminal proceedings have been initiated against the intended recipient in the Sauerland region for alleged violations of import duties and customs declarations.
Entities: Cologne Bonn airport, Germany, Vietnam, Cologne customs office, Jens Ahland • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A Colombian military bomb-sniffing dog named Sanson lost a leg in an explosion while detecting a bomb planted by the ELN guerrilla fighters in Antioquia, Colombia. The dog's actions saved the lives of 36 soldiers and hundreds of local residents. Sanson is recovering after surgery and is considered a hero.
Entities: Sanson, Colombia, ELN (National Liberation Army), Antioquia, Pablo Escobar • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A British aristocrat, Constance Marten, and her partner, Mark Gordon, have been found guilty of manslaughter in the death of their newborn daughter, Victoria. The couple, who had been living off-grid, were on the run for nearly two months before their arrest in February 2023. They were also convicted of perverting the course of justice, concealing the birth of a child, and child cruelty in an earlier trial. Marten and Gordon had denied all charges, claiming they were loving parents, but the prosecution argued that their reckless actions led to the baby's tragic death.
Entities: Constance Marten, Mark Gordon, Victoria, United Kingdom, Old Bailey court • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A German doctor, Johannes M., a 40-year-old palliative care specialist, is on trial in Berlin for allegedly killing 15 patients with lethal injections between September 2021 and July 2024. The victims were aged between 25 and 94, and in some cases, Johannes M. set fire to their homes to cover up his crimes. Prosecutors say he acted with 'lust for murder' and had no apparent motive beyond killing. The case is one of several recent instances of healthcare professionals being accused of murdering patients in Germany and the UK.
Entities: Johannes M., Germany, Berlin, CBS News, Niels Hoegel • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The European Union has decided to delay imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, scheduled to take effect on Monday, in an effort to reach a trade deal with the Trump administration by the end of the month. This move comes after President Trump announced new 30% tariffs on EU goods starting August 1, citing the U.S. trade deficit as a national security threat. The EU hopes to negotiate a resolution, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stating that 'this is now the time for negotiations.' If a deal is not reached, the EU will continue to prepare countermeasures.
Entities: European Union, United States, Trump administration, Ursula von der Leyen, President Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Excavations have begun at a mass grave site in Tuam, Ireland, suspected to contain the remains of hundreds of infants and young children who died at a former 'mother and baby' home run by Catholic nuns between 1925 and 1961. The site was discovered in 2014 by local historian Catherine Corless, who found evidence of 796 children dying at the home. A six-year enquiry found that 9,000 children died in similar institutions nationwide. The excavation, led by Ireland's Office of the Director of Authorised Intervention, will involve exhumation, analysis, and re-interment of the remains, with the help of international experts and DNA samples from relatives.
Entities: Tuam, Ireland, Catherine Corless, Catholic Church, Office of the Director of Authorised Intervention • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon men's singles final, winning his first Wimbledon title and fourth Grand Slam overall. Sinner ended a five-game losing streak against Alcaraz, who was the two-time defending champion. The match was played at Centre Court, with Sinner coming back from a set down to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.
Entities: Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Wimbledon, Centre Court, All England Club • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A Dutch court has confiscated $112 million in ill-gotten gains from notorious drug lord Jos Leijdekkers, also known as 'Chubby Jos,' who is believed to be hiding in Sierra Leone. Leijdekkers was sentenced to 24 years in prison in absentia last June for ordering a murder and organizing cocaine shipments. The court's decision was based on evidence of his criminal activities, including making 114 million euros from 14 cocaine shipments and spending 47 million euros on 975 kilograms of gold. An international manhunt is ongoing, with Europol listing Leijdekkers as one of its most-wanted fugitives and offering a reward for information leading to his arrest.
Entities: Jos Leijdekkers, Sierra Leone, Dutch court, Europol, Netherlands • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) killed two Russian agents suspected of assassinating SBU Colonel Ivan Voronych in a daylight attack in Kyiv. The agents were tracked down and killed after offering resistance to arrest. The assassination was part of a larger pattern of attacks between Ukraine and Russia, with both sides accusing each other of orchestrating high-profile killings.
Entities: Ukraine, Russia, Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), Ivan Voronych, Kyiv • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The Trump administration has imposed a 17% tariff on most fresh Mexican tomatoes, ending a yearslong agreement with Mexico over trade practices. The move is part of a broader effort by President Trump to increase tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners, including Mexico, which is expected to face 30% tariffs starting in August. The decision is seen as a victory for American tomato farmers, but critics warn it could lead to higher prices and harm U.S. companies that rely on imported tomatoes.
Entities: Trump administration, Mexico, United States, Tomatoes, Tariffs • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A Cantonese opera titled 'Trump, The Twins President' has been performed in Hong Kong, offering a modern twist on the traditional art form by parodying recent political events, particularly those involving Donald Trump. The show features Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a fictional storyline that includes Trump's assassination attempt and his relationship with Elon Musk. The opera's composer, Edward Li Kui-Ming, aimed to make the traditional art form more relevant to younger audiences by using contemporary themes and characters. The show has been well-received, with audience members enjoying its humor and creativity.
Entities: Donald Trump, Cantonese opera, Hong Kong, Volodymyr Zelensky, Edward Li Kui-Ming • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Apple has invested $500 million in a deal with US rare earths company MP Materials to source critical materials for iPhones from the US, as part of a larger effort to expand its US operations and reduce reliance on China. The partnership includes a new recycling line in California and the creation of new magnet manufacturing lines in Texas, with shipments expected to begin in 2027.
Entities: Apple, MP Materials, US, China, iPhones • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Fauja Singh, known as the 'Turbaned Tornado' and considered the world's oldest marathon runner, died at 114 in a hit-and-run accident in his native village in Punjab, India. Singh, who started running marathons at 89, completed nine marathons, including one at the age of 101, and was praised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his determination.
Entities: Fauja Singh, India, Punjab, London, Narendra Modi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A new report by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) warns that 14.3 million children globally remain completely unvaccinated, with conflict zones and misinformation being major contributors to this issue. Despite some improvements in vaccination coverage, the report highlights a 'stubborn glass ceiling' in protecting children against vaccine-preventable diseases. The main reasons for children being unvaccinated are lack of access to vaccines and vaccination services, particularly in fragile, vulnerable, and conflict countries.
Entities: World Health Organization, UNICEF, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Dr. Kate O'Brien, Dr. Ephrem Lemango • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article discusses the case of Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse on death row in Yemen, who was sentenced to death for murdering her business partner in 2017. Her family and human rights groups are fighting to commute her sentence, with her execution looming. The case has garnered significant media attention in India, with politicians and activists calling for her release. The article highlights the complexities of the case, including the lack of formal ties between India and the Houthis, who control Sanaa, and the challenges faced by Priya's family in negotiating her release.
Entities: Nimisha Priya, Yemen, India, Houthis, Amnesty International • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Jared Hendricks, a small business owner, is going into personal debt due to Trump's tariffs, as reported by CNN Business. The article highlights the negative impact of Trump's trade policies on small businesses, with Hendricks joining CNN's The Lead to discuss the issue.
Entities: Jared Hendricks, Trump, CNN Business, CNN, The Lead • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Surveillance video captured a man fatally shooting a woman in the street in Guadalajara, Mexico, following an altercation. The Jalisco Prosecutor's Office is investigating the incident as a femicide and is working to identify the perpetrator.
Entities: Samantha Lindell, CNN, Jalisco Prosecutor's Office, Guadalajara, Mexico • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article recounts the world's first airplane hijacking incident on July 16, 1948, involving the Miss Macao, a Consolidated Model 28 Catalina seaplane operated by the Macau Air Transport Company, a subsidiary of Cathay Pacific. The plane was hijacked by four individuals, including Wong Yu, who survived the crash. The hijackers intended to redirect the plane to a town in Guangdong province, rob the passengers, and hold them for ransom. However, the pilots resisted, and a struggle ensued, resulting in the plane crashing into the South China Sea, killing 26 people. Wong Yu was eventually caught and confessed to the crime, but he was never tried due to jurisdictional issues. The incident marked the beginning of a new era in aviation security, highlighting the need for stricter measures to prevent such crimes.
Entities: Miss Macao, Cathay Pacific, Macau Air Transport Company, Hong Kong, Macao • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A University of California Berkeley marketing professor, Przemyslaw Jeziorski, was shot and killed in a suburb of Athens, Greece, on July 4, 2025. The 43-year-old economist was visiting his children and attending a family custody hearing when a masked gunman approached him on foot and opened fire at close range. The murder investigation is ongoing, with police examining all scenarios, including links to organized crime and potential involvement of close family members. Jeziorski's family and friends are demanding intensified police efforts to find the killer, who remains at large.
Entities: Przemyslaw Jeziorski, University of California Berkeley, Greece, Athens, UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Mike Waltz, nominated to be US ambassador to the United Nations, defended his use of the messaging app Signal during a confirmation hearing, addressing the 'Signalgate' scandal. Lawmakers largely focused on his approach to the UN, with Waltz stating he can 'make the UN great again' if confirmed. Some Democrats expressed dissatisfaction with his answers on Signal, with Sen. Cory Booker saying he cannot support Waltz's nomination.
Entities: Mike Waltz, United Nations, Signal, Senate Foreign Relations Committee, US • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's cryptic social media post promising a special 'tribute' to Malaysians has been met with widespread scepticism and derision, with many speculating it could be related to new taxes or other unpopular government policies.
Entities: Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia, Putrajaya, Malaysians, Blackrock • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Innovent Biologics, a Chinese biotech company, has partnered with JD Health to distribute its weight loss and diabetes drug, mazdutide, online. The drug is expected to tap into a growing market projected to be worth US$5.6 billion by 2035. Innovent is the first Chinese company to receive regulatory approval for a GLP-1 drug.
Entities: Innovent Biologics, JD Health, Mazdutide, GLP-1, China • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
China's Space Pioneer has successfully conducted a stress test on its Tianlong-3 rocket's first stage, a year after a previous test ended in an accidental launch and crash. The company has redesigned the rocket's tail section and demonstrated its ability to withstand intense forces during launch.
Entities: China, Space Pioneer, Tianlong-3 rocket, Beijing, Gongyi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The EU's top official for Asia-Pacific, Niclas Kvarnström, is set to leave his role after a summit with China next week to take up a senior position in the Swedish government. Kvarnström has been instrumental in steering the EU's relations with China and will be succeeded by his deputy, Paola Pampaloni, on an interim basis.
Entities: Niclas Kvarnström, China, European Union, Sweden, Paola Pampaloni • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Hong Kong's leader, John Lee Ka-chiu, has pledged to consider all aspects for future extreme weather preparations after criticism over the suspension of day schools due to a rainstorm that subsided quicker than expected. Lee defended the decision made by Eric Chan Kwok-ki, the city's No 2 official, stating it was 'absolutely correct'. The suspension caused backlash from parents whose children missed graduation ceremonies and other school events.
Entities: Hong Kong, John Lee Ka-chiu, Eric Chan Kwok-ki, South China Morning Post, Danas • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Hong Kong's Chief Executive, John Lee Ka-chiu, has announced that the government will examine global regulations and best practices to determine the best course of action in response to a recent case involving a university student accused of using AI to generate pornographic images of classmates and other women. The student, from the University of Hong Kong, received only a warning from the institution despite allegations of misconduct. Lee emphasized the need for institutions to take such cases seriously and report any illegal acts to law enforcement agencies.
Entities: John Lee Ka-chiu, Hong Kong, University of Hong Kong, AI, Crimes Ordinance • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Hong Kong's leader, John Lee Ka-chiu, has stated that the government will respect the Legislative Council's (Legco) decision on a proposed bill to recognize same-sex partnerships. The bill, which is set to be introduced to Legco, aims to provide some rights to same-sex couples, such as those related to medical and after-death matters, but has faced opposition from lawmakers and criticism from LGBTQ activists for being conservative and vague.
Entities: John Lee Ka-chiu, Hong Kong, Legislative Council, Legco, Court of Final Appeal • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The South China Morning Post highlights seven significant news stories from Asia, including the rescue of two Americans from Mount Fuji, the Senate grilling of Trump's nominee for Singapore ambassador, and former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad's 100th birthday. The article summarizes recent events and issues in the region, covering topics such as rule-breaking hikers, diplomatic nominations, and Malaysia's political landscape.
Entities: Mount Fuji, Donald Trump, Anjani Sinha, Singapore, Mahathir Mohamad • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The US-China spy wars are escalating under a potential second Trump administration, with both countries intensifying their espionage and counter-espionage efforts. Recent arrests and announcements by both sides highlight the heightened tensions, particularly in the tech sector.
Entities: US, China, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Chinese Communist Party (CCP), Kash Patel • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Baidu has partnered with Uber to deploy its Apollo Go autonomous vehicles on Uber's platform outside the U.S. and mainland China, with initial deployments expected in Asia and the Middle East later this year. The partnership will see thousands of Baidu's autonomous vehicles on Uber globally, helping Baidu internationalize its driverless car business and Uber gain a proven partner in autonomous driving.
Entities: Baidu, Uber, Apollo Go, Dara Khosrowshahi, Waymo • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
European markets are expected to open mixed on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, as investors await key events such as Rachel Reeves' Mansion House speech and earnings releases from major companies. Rio Tinto has appointed Simon Trott as its new CEO, while Starling Bank is considering a New York IPO, potentially dealing a blow to the London Stock Exchange. The UK's budget gap is widening, and investors are looking for Reeves to outline plans to stimulate economic growth. The EU is also scrambling to reach a trade deal with the US after President Donald Trump announced a 30% tariff on EU imports.
Entities: Rio Tinto, Simon Trott, Jakob Stausholm, Rachel Reeves, Starling Bank • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Stockholm's Sickla area is being redeveloped into a 'wood city' using cross-laminated timber, aiming to reduce the construction industry's significant carbon footprint. The project, led by Atrium Ljungberg, will feature wooden homes, offices, schools, and stores, alongside preserved older structures. The development is expected to be completed in phases, with the first residential area of 80 apartments set to finish by the end of 2025. The use of timber is not only more sustainable but also aesthetically pleasing, potentially leading to higher rental income.
Entities: Stockholm, Sickla, Atrium Ljungberg, White Arkitekter, Sweden • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Norway, particularly its capital Oslo, has seen a significant adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), with around 40% of passenger cars in Oslo being fully electric. The country's success is attributed to long-term policies, tax incentives, and investment in charging infrastructure. EVs now account for over 93% of new car sales in Norway, far surpassing the EU average. Despite criticisms regarding the fairness of EV incentives and Norway's reliance on fossil fuel revenues, the country aims to continue its green transition, including electrifying city buses and making heavy-duty vehicles more renewable.
Entities: Norway, Oslo, Electric vehicles, Norway's EV Association, Tesla • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Japan's benchmark 10-year government bond yield surged to its highest level since 2008 amid concerns about fiscal spending ahead of the upper house election. The yield climbed to 1.599%, while the 30-year JGB yield rose to a record high of 3.21%. Politicians' discussions about consumption tax cuts have raised concerns about Japan's fiscal discipline, given its high public debt relative to its economy. Experts warn that tax cuts could exacerbate the situation, and the bond market is reacting accordingly.
Entities: Japan, Bank of Japan, Shigeru Ishiba, Credit Agricole CIB, Asymmetric Advisors • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her Mansion House speech, where she is expected to address the growing budget gap and signal plans to inject growth into the UK economy. Investors are looking for clues on how she will fill the fiscal black hole ahead of the Autumn Budget. Reeves is expected to announce an overhaul of the pensions regime and reduce red tape to spur growth, while facing pressure to avoid increasing taxes on certain sectors or individuals.
Entities: Rachel Reeves, UK, Mansion House, Treasury, Office for Budget Responsibility • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
US President Donald Trump has suggested that he might sign an executive order to change the name of 'soccer' to 'football' in the United States. Trump made the comment during an interview with DAZN TV channel while attending the FIFA Club World Cup final, where Chelsea beat Paris St. Germain. Trump appeared on stage with the Chelsea players as they lifted the trophy, surprising the team. He expressed his enthusiasm for the sport, stating that it promotes unity and love between countries.
Entities: Donald Trump, FIFA, Chelsea FC, Paris St. Germain, DAZN • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing to strengthen ties with Australia's largest trading partner while navigating pressure from the US to deter Chinese military aggression in the Asia-Pacific region. The visit highlighted Australia's delicate balancing act between its economic relationship with China and its security alliance with the US, particularly regarding the Taiwan issue and the lease of the port of Darwin to a Chinese company.
Entities: Anthony Albanese, Xi Jinping, China, Australia, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The 2025 Emmy Awards nominees were announced by Harvey Guillén and Brenda Song, with 'Severance' leading the drama categories with 27 nominations, followed by 'The Penguin' with 24 nominations in the limited series category. The ceremony will take place on September 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles and will be broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
Entities: Emmy Awards, Severance, The Penguin, Harvey Guillén, Brenda Song • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A series of slow-moving storms brought heavy rains and flash flooding to the Mid-Atlantic region, particularly affecting New York and New Jersey. The National Weather Service issued severe weather warnings, and commuters faced significant disruptions, including flooded subway stations and delayed flights. Governors declared states of emergency, and authorities urged people to avoid travel and floodwaters. Experts warn that flash floods are becoming more common and deadly due to climate change, highlighting the need for effective early warning systems.
Entities: New York, New Jersey, National Weather Service, Mid-Atlantic, Virginia • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has criticized President Trump's plan to speed weapons deliveries to Ukraine, saying it contradicts the 'America First' approach that helped Trump and Republicans win elections. Greene argued that the plan would still involve U.S. entanglement in foreign conflicts and financial costs for American taxpayers. Other Republicans, like Representative Warren Davidson, have praised Trump's plan as a pragmatic approach. Greene warned that if Republicans fail to maintain their 'America First' promises, voters may turn away from them.
Entities: Marjorie Taylor Greene, Donald Trump, Ukraine, NATO, Russia • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Two men, Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers, were sentenced to four years and three months in prison for cutting down the beloved Sycamore Gap tree in England in 2023. The judge cited the 'extraordinary social impact' of the crime and the tree's significance as a landmark and symbol of beauty. The men were convicted of criminal damage despite denying the act during the trial. The tree, which was over 100 years old and featured in the film 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves,' was found felled in September 2023. The sentencing took into account the men's previous offenses and their lack of remorse.
Entities: Daniel Graham, Adam Carruthers, Sycamore Gap tree, Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Michael Maggart, a math tutor and high school friend of director Wes Anderson, has been cast in several of Anderson's films, including 'Rushmore', 'Asteroid City', and 'The Phoenician Scheme'. Despite having no formal acting training, Maggart has appeared in small roles alongside A-list actors like Tom Hanks and Bill Murray. Anderson has repeatedly cast Maggart in his films, and Maggart attributes this to their long-standing friendship and the camaraderie on set.
Entities: Michael Maggart, Wes Anderson, The New York Times, Manhattan, Austin • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article discusses the Trump administration's efforts to dismantle the US Department of Education, despite the Supreme Court allowing the process to move forward. The department has already been significantly reduced in size, with over 1,300 employees laid off, and its functions scaled back. The administration has used the remaining staff to investigate colleges and schools, withholding billions of dollars in funding. The article questions whether the department can actually be closed, given the need for congressional approval and potential opposition from education leaders and constituents. It also examines the department's role in distributing funding to schools and students, enforcing anti-discrimination laws, and administering tests to track student learning.
Entities: Donald Trump, US Department of Education, Supreme Court, Linda McMahon, National Center for Education Statistics • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Scientists at Tel Aviv University have discovered that animals react to secret sounds made by plants, potentially revealing an invisible ecosystem between them. Female moths avoided laying eggs on stressed tomato plants that emitted ultrasonic sounds, indicating they associated these noises with unhealthy plants. The research suggests that plants and animals may have coevolved to produce and perceive these sounds for mutual benefit.
Entities: Tel Aviv University, Pallab Ghosh, Yossi Yovel, Lilach Hadany, female moths • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
HBO has begun production on a new TV adaptation of JK Rowling's Harry Potter series, releasing the first image of 11-year-old Dominic McLaughlin in costume as Harry Potter. The series is expected to take 10 years to complete and features a star-studded cast including John Lithgow as Dumbledore and Nick Frost as Hagrid. The show will be filmed at Warner Bros Studios Leavesden in Hertfordshire and is set to launch in 2027.
Entities: JK Rowling, Harry Potter, HBO, Dominic McLaughlin, Warner Bros Studios Leavesden • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The historic Grand Canyon Lodge at the North Rim was destroyed in the Dragon Bravo Fire, a wildfire that burned over 5,000 acres. Locals and visitors are devastated by the loss, sharing tributes on social media and expressing sadness. The lodge, which was rebuilt in 1938 after a previous fire, was a cherished summer getaway with panoramic views of the Grand Canyon. Park officials have not announced plans to rebuild, but many are holding out hope.
Entities: Grand Canyon Lodge, Grand Canyon, North Rim, Dragon Bravo Fire, Davy Crockett • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Shetland Islands Council is considering building undersea tunnels to replace ageing ferries connecting the main island to four outlying isles, inspired by the Faroe Islands' successful tunnel network. The Faroese prime minister, Aksel Johannesen, believes this could boost growth and revitalise island life. The project is likely to be funded by borrowing and tolls. Critics argue that Scottish politicians have been slow to act, while the Faroes have made significant progress. The tunnels could transform Shetland's economy, which is constrained by poor infrastructure, and support its thriving fishing and renewable energy industries.
Entities: Shetland Islands, Faroe Islands, Aksel Johannesen, Shetland Islands Council, Unst • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Starbucks has announced that its corporate staff must work in the office for four days a week starting in October, up from the previous requirement of three days. Employees who refuse to comply will be offered a one-time payout to leave the company. The move is part of CEO Brian Niccol's efforts to turn around the company amid falling sales and other challenges. The policy change is in line with other companies, such as Amazon and JP Morgan, tightening their remote work policies.
Entities: Starbucks, Brian Niccol, Seattle, Canada, US • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Beyoncé's unreleased music was stolen from a rental car in Atlanta on July 8, just before her Cowboy Carter tour stop in the city. The stolen items included hard drives containing unreleased songs, show plans, and set lists. An arrest warrant has been issued, but the suspect's name remains undisclosed.
Entities: Beyoncé, Atlanta, Cowboy Carter tour, Christopher Grant, Diandre Blue • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The English rock band Bloc Party performed at NPR's Tiny Desk Concert, celebrating 20 years since their debut album release. They played a curated setlist featuring songs from their catalog, including 'Banquet', 'Signs', 'Mercury', and 'Blue'. The band members were enthusiastic and delivered a lively performance.
Entities: Bloc Party, NPR, Tiny Desk Concert, Kele Okereke, Russell Lissack • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Writer Melissa Febos recounts her experience of giving up sex and dating for a year after a bad breakup, and how it changed her life. She chronicles this period in her new book, The Dry Season: A Memoir of Pleasure in a Year Without Sex, and shares the surprising gifts of celibacy, including increased energy for other activities, a deeper understanding of herself, and a more honest and authentic relationship with her current partner.
Entities: Melissa Febos, The Dry Season, NPR, University of Iowa, Life Kit • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The inflation rate in the United States increased in June 2025, with consumer prices rising 2.7% from the previous year, largely due to the effects of President Trump's tariffs. The prices of clothing, appliances, and toys jumped, while energy and food costs also rose. The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady despite pressure from the White House to lower them.
Entities: President Trump, United States, Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, White House • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Stacey Abrams is focused on ensuring fair elections in 2026 and warns of autocracy and voter suppression. She is not currently running for office but hasn't ruled out a future run. Abrams founded Fair Fight, an organization that boosted voter turnout in Georgia, and has written a new thriller novel called Coded Justice, which explores the misuse of AI. She discusses her concerns about the democratic process on her podcast, Assembly Required, and emphasizes the importance of faith, education, and serving others.
Entities: Stacey Abrams, Georgia, Fair Fight, Coded Justice, Assembly Required • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The recovery efforts following the July 4 flash flood in Texas are now focusing on local lakes, where debris and potentially human remains are believed to be buried. Authorities in Kerr County plan to drain at least one of the artificial reservoirs along the Guadalupe River to facilitate the search. The effort is expected to be complex and expensive due to the presence of endangered species. With 101 people still missing, the search involves dive teams and sonar, and has already found indications of large objects buried underwater.
Entities: Texas, Kerr County, Guadalupe River, Nimitz Lake, Ingram Lake • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
An appeals court has temporarily blocked the expiration of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 12,000 Afghans, allowing them to continue working in the US and protecting them from deportation. The status was set to expire as part of the Trump administration's efforts to remove protections for people from several countries. The decision was made after a nonprofit immigrant advocacy group, CASA, sued the administration over the TPS revocation and appealed a federal judge's decision not to grant a stay.
Entities: Afghans, United States, Trump administration, Department of Homeland Security, CASA • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Austria's leader, Christian Stocker, is working to counter the rising influence of the hard-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) by restoring the centre-right's popularity through competence. Stocker unexpectedly took over as acting party leader of the People's Party (ÖVP) and initially considered forming a government with the FPÖ, but now aims to regain the ÖVP's popularity.
Entities: Christian Stocker, Austria, People's Party (ÖVP), Freedom Party (FPÖ), Karl Nehammer • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Iceland, a NATO member with no armed forces, is reconsidering its defenses due to feeling overstretched and concerns in the age of Trump. The Icelandic coastguard handles various tasks, from rescuing tourists to protecting undersea cables.
Entities: Iceland, NATO, Icelandic coastguard, Trump, Europe • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's popularity is waning as his party, Fidesz, trails behind a new conservative outfit founded by Peter Magyar in polls ahead of the April 2026 general election. Orban's strategy of targeting LGBT rights, migrants, and the EU appears to be losing effectiveness. The article also touches upon other European issues, including Ukraine's political tensions and migration policies in Denmark.
Entities: Viktor Orban, Hungary, Fidesz, Peter Magyar, European Union • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Rudy Guede, convicted of murdering British student Meredith Kercher in 2007, faces a new trial in November 2025 for alleged sexual assault against an ex-girlfriend. Guede was released from prison in 2021 after serving 13 years and has been under surveillance since the new allegations surfaced in 2023.
Entities: Rudy Guede, Meredith Kercher, Italy, Perugia, Amanda Knox • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The mother of Michael Frison, a 26-year-old British man who went missing in Sardinia on July 13, 2024, describes her experience as a 'never-ending nightmare.' Cristina Pittalis, Frison's mother, has been searching for her son for over a year and is calling for Interpol to intervene in the investigation. Frison had gone for a walk on a farm where he was volunteering and never returned after showing signs of confusion and heatstroke. Despite extensive searches, no traces of him have been found.
Entities: Michael Frison, Cristina Pittalis, Sardinia, Somerset, Interpol • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A shooting occurred at Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky, resulting in the deaths of two women, Beverly Gumm and Christina Combs, and injuring two men. The suspect, who had earlier shot a state trooper, was killed by police. The motive is under investigation, but preliminary information suggests the suspect may have had a connection to the individuals at the church.
Entities: Beverly Gumm, Christina Combs, Kentucky, Richmond Road Baptist Church, Lexington • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
Australian journalists covering Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's visit to China were confronted by security guards in Beijing, who demanded they hand over footage despite having permission to film. The incident occurred just hours before Albanese's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The journalists, from various Australian networks, were filming at the Drum and Bell Towers area when approached by security officers. Australian diplomats intervened, and the journalists were eventually allowed to leave without incident.
Entities: Anthony Albanese, Xi Jinping, China, Australia, Beijing • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
France has signaled willingness to discuss reparations for colonial massacres in Niger in 1899, led by French captains Paul Voulet and Julien Chanoine, but has not acknowledged responsibility. The French government responded to a UN special rapporteur's letter, stating it remains open to bilateral dialogue and collaboration on provenance research or patrimonial cooperation. The atrocities committed during the Mission Afrique Centrale (MAC) included killing thousands of unarmed people, looting supplies, and burning villages. The Nigerien communities are requesting access to official archives to reveal the true extent of the atrocities and are seeking reparations, including the return of looted artefacts and human remains.
Entities: France, Niger, Paul Voulet, Julien Chanoine, Mission Afrique Centrale • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
A group of Republican lawmakers complained to Canada about wildfire smoke affecting the US, despite recently voting for a bill that will increase planet-heating pollution and worsen wildfires. The lawmakers, who represent Wisconsin and Minnesota, urged Canada to take action to reduce the smoke, but were criticized for their hypocrisy by climate groups. The bill, signed by Trump, will cause a surge in greenhouse gas pollution and worsen the climate crisis, which is causing wildfires to become more frequent and intense.
Entities: Republicans, Canada, US, Donald Trump, The Guardian • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
15-07-2025
The article discusses President Donald Trump's potential role in ending the ongoing war in Sudan, following his success in brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. Analyst Cameron Hudson believes Trump is 'uniquely positioned' to end the conflict in Sudan due to his close ties with the region's key allies, including Egypt, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. The war in Sudan has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths, displaced over 14 million people, and created a massive humanitarian crisis. Hudson urges Trump to leverage his influence to bring the warring parties to the negotiating table and end the conflict.
Entities: Donald Trump, Sudan, Cameron Hudson, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: persuade
15-07-2025
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has killed two Russian operatives accused of assassinating SBU Colonel Ivan Voronych in Kyiv. Voronych was involved in covert operations in Russian-occupied territories and was ambushed outside an apartment building. The SBU investigation revealed that the suspected killers were instructed by the Russian FSB to track Voronych and retrieve a silenced pistol before carrying out the hit. The SBU head, Vasyl Malyuk, stated that the agents were 'eliminated' after resisting arrest and emphasized that countering Russian espionage remains a top SBU priority.
Entities: Ivan Voronych, Ukraine, Russia, Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), Kyiv • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
French Prime Minister François Bayrou has unveiled a budget plan that includes significant spending cuts to address France's burgeoning deficit, which reached 5.8% of GDP in 2024. The proposals include abolishing two national holidays, limiting tax breaks for the wealthy, and slashing civil service jobs. Bayrou warned that excessive debt is a 'mortal danger' for France and that the country is facing a 'moment of truth' regarding its financial situation. The plans are likely to face opposition from various political parties, and Bayrou's government may face another no-confidence vote.
Entities: François Bayrou, France, Emmanuel Macron, European Union, National Rally party • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
15-07-2025
The article discusses the role of philanthropy in reviving the stalling environmental agenda in Asia. It highlights the funding gap in addressing climate change and nature loss, and how philanthropic efforts are helping to fill this gap. The CEO of Philanthropy Asia Alliance, Shaun Seow, is interviewed in the Green Pulse Podcast, where he discusses the importance of philanthropic capital in de-risking climate and nature investments, and mobilizing additional funding. The article emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts between philanthropies, governments, and private funders to address environmental challenges.
Entities: Philanthropy Asia Alliance, Asia, Singapore, Shaun Seow, Audrey Tan • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform