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31-07-2025
A 28-year-old man, James Andrew McGann, has been arrested and charged with the murder of a married couple, Clinton David Brink and Cristen Amanda Brink, who were hiking with their two daughters at Devil's Den State Park in Arkansas. The couple was attacked on a trail, and the daughters escaped unharmed. The motive behind the killings is still unknown.
Entities: James Andrew McGann, Clinton David Brink, Cristen Amanda Brink, Devil's Den State Park, Arkansas • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A woman discovered potential infidelity by her husband through their shared digital scale's weigh-in history, showing two 'unassigned' weigh-ins at 120 lbs at midnight. The couple had separated due to past infidelity but agreed not to see other people while working on themselves. The Reddit community reacted strongly, advising the woman to confront her husband and plan a new life.
Entities: Reddit, u/throw-Doubt303, John Fedele, Blend Images, stock.adobe.com • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Fitness influencer Joey Swoll quit social media after facing backlash for a tribute to Hulk Hogan, a WWE legend who died recently. Swoll had posted a video of himself wearing a Hogan costume during a workout, which sparked outrage among his followers. Swoll apologized and removed the video, but still faced criticism for using an outdated and offensive term during a livestream. He eventually announced that he was 'done' with social media, citing the relentless negativity and hate he faced.
Entities: Joey Swoll, Hulk Hogan, WWE, Gawker, Gold's Gym • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses various tactics used by restaurants to increase customer spending, including menu design, pricing strategies, descriptive dish names, and environmental factors like music tempo. It highlights how restaurants use psychological manipulation to make customers spend more, often without realizing it.
Entities: restaurants, Fred Harrington, Proxy Coupons, Dr. Jason Buhle, USC • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article criticizes Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani for flip-flopping on his 'Defund the police' stance after a recent police killing, questioning his sincerity and commitment to public safety.
Entities: Zohran Mamdani, Democratic mayoral nominee, New York City, NYPD, George Floyd • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
31-07-2025
The Seattle Mariners have acquired third baseman Eugenio Suarez from the Arizona Diamondbacks in a trade involving three prospects: Tyler Locklear, Hunter Cranton, and Juan Burgos. Suarez, a two-time All-Star, has had a strong season with 36 homers and 87 RBIs, and is expected to bolster the Mariners' offense. The trade is part of the Mariners' efforts to revamp their infield and make a push for a wild-card spot, while the Diamondbacks are in sell-off mode as their season slips away.
Entities: Eugenio Suarez, Seattle Mariners, Arizona Diamondbacks, Tyler Locklear, Hunter Cranton • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Severe storms hit New York City on July 31, 2025, causing widespread flooding that trapped a semi-truck and multiple vehicles on a Queens highway, submerged a LIRR train, and inundated subway stations. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency, and Mayor Eric Adams urged residents to stay home. The flooding led to road closures, flight delays, and disruptions to public transportation.
Entities: New York City, Queens, Kathy Hochul, Eric Adams, LIRR • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A severe thunderstorm caused widespread flooding in the New York City metropolitan area, impacting public transportation, major roadways, and airports. The storm led to flash flood warnings, power outages, and service disruptions across various subway lines and trains. NYC Mayor Eric Adams declared a state of emergency, and Governor Kathy Hochul followed suit, freeing up federal assets to aid in the response. The storm caused significant disruptions, including the shutdown of the Queens-Clearview Expressway, delays at major airports, and flooding in subway stations and buses.
Entities: New York City, New Jersey, Eric Adams, Kathy Hochul, National Weather Service • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A 27-year-old gunman, Shane Tamura, carried out a mass shooting at 345 Park Ave in Midtown Manhattan, targeting the NFL headquarters. Julia Hyman, a 27-year-old employee of Rudin Management, hid in a panic room but stepped out briefly and was immediately shot and killed. Tamura killed himself after the rampage, which left multiple people injured and killed.
Entities: Julia Hyman, Shane Tamura, 345 Park Ave, Rudin Management, NFL headquarters • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A passenger, Arina, went viral on TikTok for forcefully fitting her suitcase into a carry-on sizer at a European airport, defying Vueling's luggage rules and avoiding extra fees.
Entities: Arina (@summermken_official), Vueling, TikTok, Paris, London • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Widows and grieving mothers of fallen NYPD officers criticize mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's attempt to rebrand himself as pro-police after visiting the family of slain NYPD Officer Didarul Islam. They express skepticism about his change of heart, citing his past 'defund the police' stance.
Entities: Zohran Mamdani, NYPD, Didarul Islam, Tatyana Timoshenko, Russell Timoshenko • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: critique
31-07-2025
A mass grave containing up to 800 infants and young children is being excavated at the site of a former mother and baby home in Tuam, Ireland, run by the Bon Secours Sisters. The grave includes a defunct septic tank, and the excavation has cast a shadow over Ireland.
Entities: Tuam, Ireland, Bon Secours Sisters, The Washington Post, Brian Melley • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Three Ukrainian OSCE workers, Dmytro Shabanov, Maksym Petrov, and Vadym Golda, have been detained by pro-Russian forces since April 2022 and remain imprisoned despite international calls for their release. They were working with the OSCE's Special Monitoring Mission in eastern Ukraine when they were seized. The detainees were convicted of treason and espionage by Russian-controlled courts and sentenced to 13-14 years in prison. Concerns have been raised about their health and prison conditions, with allegations of torture and mistreatment. The OSCE and Western nations have condemned their detention and demanded their immediate release.
Entities: Dmytro Shabanov, Maksym Petrov, Vadym Golda, Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), Russia • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Croatia celebrated 30 years since a key war victory with a military parade in Zagreb, featuring 3,400 army personnel, police units, emergency service teams, and war veterans. The event highlighted Croatia's military capabilities and its plans to boost its forces using a potential loan from a new European Union defense fund.
Entities: Croatia, Zagreb, European Union, NATO, Leopard tank • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Guatemalan town of La Mesilla is struggling to recover after a shootout in June involving Mexican police who crossed the border in pursuit of alleged criminals. The incident has left the town, which relies on commerce, still reeling. A recent operation by over 600 Guatemalan police and soldiers resulted in the seizure of two guns but no arrests. The area is controlled by a criminal organization tied to Mexico's Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
Entities: La Mesilla, Guatemala, Mexico, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Sonia D. Pérez • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The US is set to allow Argentine tourists to enter without a visa, a move seen as a reward for Argentine President Javier Milei's friendship with Donald Trump. Despite Argentina not meeting a key metric for the visa exemption, the decision is being framed as a political favor. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited Buenos Aires to sign a statement of intent, starting the process. The move has been criticized for being a political favor, with some arguing it sends a 'muddled message' to other countries.
Entities: Donald Trump, Javier Milei, Argentina, United States, Kristi Noem • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The UN experts have reported to the Security Council that the threat from Islamic State and al-Qaida extremists is most intense in parts of Africa, with growing risks in Syria. The report highlights the increasing territorial control of al-Qaida-linked groups in West and East Africa, specifically JNIM and al-Shabab.
Entities: Islamic State, al-Qaida, United Nations, Syria, Africa • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses the discovery of a mass grave in Tuam, Ireland, containing the remains of nearly 800 infants and young children who died at a Mother and Baby Home run by Catholic nuns in the mid-20th century. The grave was discovered in the 1970s by two boys, but it wasn't until a local historian, Catherine Corless, investigated the site that the true extent of the tragedy became known. The article explores the history of the home, the treatment of unmarried mothers and their children, and the long-lasting impact of the trauma on those affected. The discovery has led to a broader reckoning with Ireland's and the Catholic Church's past treatment of vulnerable women and children.
Entities: Catherine Corless, Tuam, Ireland, Bon Secours Mother and Baby Home, Catholic Church • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Macao police have arrested former pro-democracy lawmaker Au Kam San on suspicion of colluding with foreign forces, breaching the national security law. This is the first publicly known arrest under the legislation.
Entities: Au Kam San, Macao, Macao police, national security law, pro-democracy • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Scientists at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa have launched an anti-poaching campaign to inject the horns of rhinos with radioactive isotopes. The isotopes are harmless to the animals but can be detected by customs agents. Five rhinos were injected as part of the project, which aims to protect the declining rhino population from poaching.
Entities: University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, Mokopane, rhinos, nuclear energy officials • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
US President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, has arrived in Israel to monitor the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza, particularly the distribution of food aid. Witkoff, along with US Ambassador Mike Huckabee, will inspect food distribution in Gaza. The move comes as the death toll of Palestinians waiting for aid continues to rise.
Entities: Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump, Israel, Gaza, Mike Huckabee • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Vatican has signed an agreement with Italy to develop a 430-hectare solar farm on a site north of Rome, aiming to become the world's first carbon-neutral state. The project, estimated to cost under $114 million, will preserve agricultural land use and minimize environmental impact. Excess electricity will be given to the local community. The site, previously a source of controversy due to Vatican Radio towers, has been the subject of health concerns and lawsuits.
Entities: Vatican, Italy, Rome, Santa Maria di Galeria, Pope Francis • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Brown University has reached an agreement with the Trump administration to restore lost federal research funding by paying $50 million to Rhode Island workforce development organizations over 10 years. The deal also ends federal investigations into alleged discrimination and requires Brown to adopt certain concessions, including using the government's definition of 'male' and 'female' and removing race from its admissions process. The university maintains its academic independence and values, according to President Christina Paxson.
Entities: Brown University, Trump administration, Rhode Island, Christina Paxson, Columbia University • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Senator Alex Padilla accuses Republicans of attempting to 'rig' the 2026 midterms through a mid-decade redistricting effort, particularly in Texas where Republicans plan to redraw congressional lines to gain five additional seats. Padilla claims this is a partisan move driven by Trump's unpopular agenda and that Democrats will counter with their own redistricting efforts if necessary.
Entities: Sen. Alex Padilla, Donald Trump, Republican Party, Texas, U.S. House • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
El Salvador's National Assembly, dominated by President Nayib Bukele's New Ideas party, has approved constitutional changes allowing indefinite presidential reelection and extending presidential terms to six years. The move, proposed by lawmaker Ana Figueroa, was passed with 57 votes in favor and three opposed. Critics argue that this weakens democracy and accumulates power, while supporters claim it returns power to the people.
Entities: Nayib Bukele, El Salvador, New Ideas party, National Assembly, Ana Figueroa • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A federal judge in San Francisco has delayed the expiration of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for immigrants from Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal, citing potentially discriminatory motives behind the Trump administration's decision to terminate the program. The decision affects around 60,000 immigrants who have lived in the US for over 20 years.
Entities: Temporary Protected Status, Honduras, Nicaragua, Nepal, Trump administration • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has lost his appeal in a rape case in Ireland. A civil court had previously found him liable for assaulting Nikita Hand in a Dublin hotel in 2018 and ordered him to pay damages and legal costs totaling over $1.8 million. McGregor denied the allegations, claiming consensual sex, and appealed the verdict on grounds of confusing jury instructions and inadmissible evidence. The Court of Appeals unanimously rejected his appeal, also criticizing McGregor for paying a friend to testify on his behalf.
Entities: Conor McGregor, Nikita Hand, Ireland, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Court of Appeals • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
High Noon is recalling certain 12-packs of its vodka seltzers due to mislabeled cans containing vodka seltzer instead of Celsius energy drinks. The issue arose from a shared packaging supplier, and the recall affects retailers in six states. Consumers are advised to check lot codes and lid colors to identify affected products and contact High Noon for refunds.
Entities: High Noon, Celsius, FDA, Gallo, Rachel Treisman • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses the benefits of keeping a daily journal and how it can be a transformative practice. Writer Suleika Jaouad shares her experience with journaling and how it helped her through difficult times, including her battle with leukemia and the pandemic. She explains that journaling is a form of alchemy that allows individuals to process their thoughts and emotions, and gain new perspectives. Jaouad's new book, 'The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life,' offers tips and prompts to help people start or reignite their journaling practice. The article highlights the importance of consistency, flexibility, and creativity in journaling, and provides advice for those who are just starting out.
Entities: Suleika Jaouad, NPR, The Book of Alchemy, Isabelle Eberhardt, Audre Lorde • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Texas lawmakers held an emotional hearing in Kerrville, Texas, to discuss disaster preparedness after floods killed over 130 people early in July. Survivors and local officials testified, criticizing local officials for disorganization and bureaucratic holdups. Lawmakers questioned the availability of key officials during the flood, while local officials cited poor cell service and broadband coverage as issues. The hearing was part of a special legislative session focused on improving disaster preparedness.
Entities: Texas Legislature, Kerrville, Guadalupe River, Kerr County, William Thomas • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article reviews several new movies in theaters, including 'The Naked Gun,' a comedy reboot starring Liam Neeson, 'She Rides Shotgun,' a gritty film about an 11-year-old girl on the run with her father, 'The Bad Guys 2,' an animated heist sequel, and 'Architecton,' a documentary exploring the history of stone and cement in architecture. The reviews are generally positive, praising the humor, performances, and visuals in each film.
Entities: Liam Neeson, The Naked Gun, She Rides Shotgun, The Bad Guys 2, Architecton • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The introduction of Google's AI Overviews has led to significant declines in traffic for online news publishers, with some sites experiencing drops of up to 40%. Publishers are concerned that this trend, known as 'Google Zero,' could lead to an 'extinction-level event' for the industry. Google's AI-generated summaries are changing the way people interact with search results, making it less likely for users to click on links. While Google claims that AI Overviews is popular with users and generates 'higher quality' clicks, publishers are worried about the long-term impact on their business model. Some are exploring alternative revenue streams, such as subscriptions and licensing deals with AI companies, while others are resisting by attempting to block AI web crawlers.
Entities: Google, NPR, Columbia University, The Verge, Vox Media • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses the intense competition for top artificial intelligence (A.I.) researchers, with companies like Meta, OpenAI, and Google offering multi-million dollar compensation packages to attract talent. The talent war has become so fierce that it is likened to the market for NBA stars, with young A.I. researchers being recruited with nine-figure deals and playing hardball with companies to get top dollar. The scarcity of A.I. experts and the huge potential for revenue growth have driven companies to offer enormous sums, with Meta's Mark Zuckerberg personally reaching out to potential recruits and offering large sums.
Entities: Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, OpenAI, Google, Matt Deitke • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses how censorship has affected various artists, including John Waters and Andres Serrano, who have faced bans and controversy over their work. It explores how censorship has impacted their careers and perspectives, with some artists viewing it as a rallying cry and others experiencing negative consequences. The article also touches on the current state of free speech in the US, with the Trump administration's stance on censorship and the increasing polarization of the issue.
Entities: John Waters, Andres Serrano, Donald Trump, The New York Times, National Endowment for the Arts • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A bipartisan pair of US Senators, Jeanne Shaheen and Lisa Murkowski, have introduced legislation to provide $54.6 billion in aid to Ukraine over the next two years. The aid package includes billions of dollars for direct weapons assistance and replenishing American stockpiles. Despite previous Republican opposition to sending aid to Ukraine, some Republicans have shifted their stance following President Trump's recent support for providing lethal aid to Ukraine. The bill faces long odds in Congress, but its backers have designed it to control costs to American taxpayers, with up to a third of the assistance to be financed by revenues from seized Russian assets and weapons sales to European allies.
Entities: Jeanne Shaheen, Lisa Murkowski, Ukraine, Russia, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
New federal data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that vaccination rates among American children entering kindergarten have declined for the 2024-25 school year, continuing a trend that started during the Covid-19 pandemic. The percentage of children granted exemptions from vaccines has also risen sharply over the past decade. This decline in vaccination rates has led to a resurgence of childhood diseases, including measles, which has sickened more people this year than in any year since it was declared eliminated in 2000. Public health experts are concerned about the increasing skepticism towards vaccines, fueled in part by misinformation and actions by top health officials, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Entities: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., United States, Texas, American Academy of Pediatrics • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
China's small workshops, particularly in Guangzhou, are struggling due to a combination of factors including Trump's tariffs, rising labor costs, and a shift towards higher-value industries. Many factories are closed, and workers are demanding better working conditions and higher wages. Exports to the US have dropped significantly, and the industry is facing long-term challenges as China transitions to more advanced manufacturing.
Entities: China, Guangzhou, Trump, United States, Shein • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Laura Loomer, a far-right activist and self-described 'loyalty enforcer' for the Trump administration, has been targeting government officials she deems disloyal, resulting in several high-profile firings and resignations. Her influence has raised concerns among officials and experts about the impact on government personnel decisions and national security.
Entities: Laura Loomer, Donald Trump, National Security Agency, Food and Drug Administration, US Military Academy at West Point • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Senate narrowly confirmed Joe Kent as the director of the National Counterterrorism Center despite controversy surrounding his promotion of conspiracy theories and links to extremist groups. Kent, a former Army Green Beret and C.I.A. paramilitary officer, was approved on a 52-to-44 party-line vote. Democrats criticized his nomination, citing concerns over domestic violent extremism and Kent's alignment with political violence.
Entities: Joe Kent, Donald Trump, Senate, National Counterterrorism Center, F.B.I. • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The International Spy Museum in Washington has opened a new vault on its fourth floor, housing over 10,000 objects related to espionage, including artifacts from World War I and II, the Cold War, and modern espionage. The collection includes items such as a pigeon with a camera, disguises, listening devices, and books used by spies. Many of the artifacts were donated by H. Keith Melton, a founding board member of the museum, and include rare items such as a World War II-era briefing book created by MI9. The museum has also received gifts and loans from international governments, including items seized from a North Korean spy. The vault contains a wide range of artifacts, including knives, code sheets, and propaganda materials.
Entities: International Spy Museum, H. Keith Melton, Laura Hicken, William Sharp, Rudolf Abel • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The United States has reportedly reached trade agreements with Thailand and Cambodia, according to U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The deals come after President Trump threatened to end talks if the two nations did not agree to a cease-fire in their military conflict. The new tariff rate has not been disclosed, but Cambodia has offered to improve market access to American goods and buy Boeing planes.
Entities: Howard Lutnick, President Trump, Thailand, Cambodia, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article tells the story of Noah, a 4-year-old boy with trisomy 18, a rare chromosomal condition, and his mother Jacqueline, an obstetrician. Despite the grim prognosis associated with trisomy 18, Noah has survived and is receiving extensive medical care. The article highlights the complexities of caring for a child with trisomy 18 and the variability in medical approaches to treating the condition. Jacqueline's experience as both a mother and a physician provides a unique perspective on the challenges and decisions involved in caring for a child with this condition.
Entities: Noah, Jacqueline Vidosh, Trisomy 18, Edwards syndrome, The New York Times • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Anger is growing in China over the existence of online groups on Telegram, where hundreds of thousands of men share explicit photos of women taken without consent. The scandal has sparked widespread outrage on Chinese social media, with hashtags related to the issue garnering millions of views. The Chinese government has been criticized for its handling of the issue, with some users calling for stricter punishments for those involved. The scandal has also highlighted the difficulties faced by women in China who speak out against misogyny and sexism.
Entities: China, Telegram, Southern Metropolis Daily, Weibo, Xiaohongshu • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A Chinese official, Yu Weiguo, has made a rare admission of failings in the authorities' response to severe flooding in Beijing, which killed at least 40 people. The flooding occurred in the districts of Miyun and Yanqing, where a year's worth of rain fell within seven days. The official acknowledged gaps in the city's readiness for extreme weather and shortcomings in infrastructure. Many flood victims reported not receiving advance warnings, and the incident has highlighted the need for improved disaster prevention plans.
Entities: Yu Weiguo, Xi Jinping, Beijing, Miyun, Yanqing • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The US Trump administration plans to destroy $9.7m worth of contraceptives, mostly long-acting contraceptives such as IUDs and birth control implants, stored in a warehouse in Geel, Belgium. The products were bought under USAID public health programmes and were likely intended for women in Africa. France and Belgium are under pressure to prevent the destruction, with various rights groups, feminist organizations, and politicians calling for intervention to stop the destruction, citing it as a wasteful attack on women's rights.
Entities: France, USAID, Belgium, Donald Trump, US • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Hong Kong democracy campaigner Carmen Lau has accused UK police of asking her to 'self-censor' and 'retreat from public life' after being requested to avoid public gatherings. The request was made by Thames Valley police after Lau's neighbors received bounty letters offering £100,000 for information on her movements. Lau, who is wanted by Hong Kong authorities for allegedly contravening the territory's national security law, believes the police's actions mirror the Chinese and Hong Kong authorities' attempts to silence her. The incident has alarmed exiled dissidents and raised concerns about transnational repression.
Entities: Carmen Lau, UK police, Thames Valley police, Hong Kong, China • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Japan and South Korea are experiencing record-breaking heatwaves, with Japan recording its hottest day ever at 41.2C and South Korea having 22 consecutive 'tropical nights'. Authorities have urged people to take precautions against heatstroke, and hospitals are under pressure. The heat has resulted in numerous hospitalizations and deaths, particularly among the elderly population.
Entities: Japan, South Korea, Tokyo, Seoul, North Pacific High • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A new report by Physicians for Human Rights and the Organization for Justice and Accountability in the Horn of Africa documents widespread and systematic sexual violence, including mass rape, forced pregnancy, and sexual torture, committed by Ethiopian and Eritrean forces against women and children in Tigray, Ethiopia, amounting to crimes against humanity.
Entities: Tigray, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Physicians for Human Rights, Organization for Justice and Accountability in the Horn of Africa • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article debunks false claims that Oprah Winfrey blocked access to a private road in Hawaii during a tsunami warning evacuation. The road, known as 'Oprah's road', is actually owned by Haleakalā Ranch, and Winfrey has an easement agreement allowing her to use it. The ranch opened the road to the public shortly after the tsunami warning was issued, and assisted in the evacuation of around 150-200 vehicles.
Entities: Oprah Winfrey, Hawaii, Maui, Haleakalā Ranch, Kealakapu Road • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Panama's comptroller general has filed two lawsuits with the country's supreme court against the owners of two ports at the center of a geopolitical struggle between the US and China. The ports, located at each end of the Panama Canal, were originally awarded to CK Hutchison in 1997 and are currently owned by Panama Ports Company, in which CK Hutchison holds a 90% stake. The lawsuits follow a failed attempt to sell the ports to a consortium led by BlackRock and MSC, which was met with opposition from China. The move is seen as a victory for Donald Trump, who vowed to rid the Panama Canal of Chinese influence during his inauguration speech.
Entities: Panama, CK Hutchison, Panama Ports Company, BlackRock, MSC • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A South African university has launched the Rhisotope Project, an anti-poaching campaign that involves injecting radioactive isotopes into the horns of rhinoceroses to deter traffickers. The isotopes are harmless to the animals but can be detected by customs agents at airports and borders. Five rhinos were injected in the project's initial phase, with plans for mass injections to follow.
Entities: University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, Rhisotope Project, James Larkin, International Union for Conservation of Nature • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Adidas is raising prices for American customers due to increased costs from US tariffs, expected to be around €200m. Despite this, the company reported a 7.3% increase in sales to €12.1bn in the first half of the year. The tariffs are a result of the US trade policies under Trump, who has imposed tariffs on various countries, including Vietnam and Indonesia, where Adidas manufactures nearly half of its products.
Entities: Adidas, US, Trump, Vietnam, Indonesia • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) has issued a warning to consumers of Celsius energy drinks to check their cans after some were accidentally filled with vodka by a packaging supplier's mistake. The affected products were shipped to retailers in several US states between July 21 and July 23. No illnesses or adverse events have been reported.
Entities: US Food and Drug Administration, Celsius, High Noon, Washington DC, Florida • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Laura Dahlmeier, a 31-year-old German double Olympic biathlon champion, died in a mountaineering accident in Pakistan's Karakoram mountains. She was caught in a rockfall during an expedition on Laila Peak at an altitude of 5,700 meters. Despite a rescue mission, Dahlmeier likely died on the day of the accident, and her body was not recovered due to adverse weather conditions and her own prior wishes. Dahlmeier had won multiple medals at the Winter Olympics and World Championships before retiring in 2019. Her death has been met with condolences from the Olympic community and German leaders.
Entities: Laura Dahlmeier, Pakistan, Karakoram mountains, Germany, International Olympic Committee • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) have launched a joint satellite mission called Nisar, which is described as 'first-of-its-kind' and 'most sophisticated radar ever built.' The satellite will monitor Earth's surface, detecting changes as small as centimetres, and provide data to support disaster preparedness and track climate change impacts. The mission is a significant collaboration between India and the US, symbolizing India's growing leadership in space exploration.
Entities: Isro, Nasa, Nisar, India, US • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Thousands of fans gathered in Birmingham to pay their respects to Ozzy Osbourne as his coffin was taken on a procession through the city, accompanied by his family, including wife Sharon and children Kelly and Jack. The atmosphere was emotional and raucous, with fans chanting 'Ozzy! Ozzy! Ozzy!' and leaving tributes including flowers, beer bottles, and bat-shaped balloons.
Entities: Ozzy Osbourne, Birmingham, Sharon Osbourne, Kelly Osbourne, Jack Osbourne • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A Russian missile strike hit a Ukrainian military training unit, killing at least three servicemen and wounding 18 others. The Ukrainian military confirmed the attack, while Russia's defense ministry released a video claiming to show the strike, stating that the number of Ukrainian casualties was higher than reported. This is the third Russian attack on a Ukrainian training unit in two months, prompting an investigation into potential security breaches.
Entities: Russia, Ukraine, Chernihiv region, Kyiv, Russia's ministry of defence • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The civil war in Sudan, now in its third year, has led to a severe food crisis and widespread malnutrition in the country, particularly in the East Darfur state. Medics reported that 13 children died last month due to food shortages in the Lagawa displacement camp, which is home to at least 7,000 people. The Sudan Doctors Network has called on the international community to provide immediate aid, warning of deteriorating humanitarian conditions and a hunger crisis. The war has also led to a cholera outbreak in Darfur, with the UN reporting 1,500 serious infections in the city of Tawila.
Entities: Sudan, Darfur, Lagawa camp, East Darfur state, Sudan Doctors Network • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Tanzania has banned foreign nationals from operating small-scale businesses in 15 sectors, sparking backlash from Kenya, which argues the move violates East African Community agreements. The ban aims to safeguard local livelihoods, but Kenyan officials warn it could hurt both economies and trigger reciprocal restrictions.
Entities: Tanzania, Kenya, East African Community, Selemani Jafo, Lee Kinyanjui • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A 21-year-old Melbourne man has been arrested in connection with an arson attack on the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne, Australia, on December 6, 2024. The attack destroyed the synagogue and left a worshipper with minor burns. The investigation, led by the Victorian Joint Counter-Terrorism Team, has involved over 220 law enforcement officers and 50,000 hours of work. The attack is believed to be politically motivated and part of a wave of antisemitic attacks in Australia since the Hamas assault on Israel in October 2023.
Entities: Melbourne, Adass Israel Synagogue, Victoria Police, Australian Federal Police, Five Eyes • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Dominican authorities chased a suspicious speedboat for over 12 hours and seized 1.5 tons of cocaine, arresting three Dominicans and one Colombian. The seizure is one of the country's largest in history, highlighting the Dominican Republic's role as a major drug transit point.
Entities: Dominican Republic, Dominican Authorities, Anti-Drug Agency, Carlos Devers, Pedernales • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Laura Dahlmeier, a 31-year-old German biathlete and two-time Olympic gold medalist, died in a climbing accident in Pakistan's Karakoram mountain range. She was struck by falling rocks while climbing Laila Peak at 18,700 feet. Her rope partner, Marina Eva, issued a distress call, and a rescue mission was launched, but Dahlmeier's death was confirmed on Wednesday due to severe injuries. The rescue team was unable to retrieve her body due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Entities: Laura Dahlmeier, Pakistan, Karakoram mountain range, Laila Peak, Marina Eva • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Armed members of the MS-13 gang attacked a funeral in Guatemala City, killing at least 7 people and wounding 13 others. The funeral was for a member of the rival Barrio 18 gang. The attack was blamed on the violent rivalry between the two gangs, which is a major contributor to Guatemala's high homicide rate.
Entities: MS-13, Barrio 18, Guatemala, Guatemala City, Francisco Jimenez • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Fans of Ozzy Osbourne gathered in Birmingham, England, to pay their respects as his funeral procession passed through the city where he grew up and formed Black Sabbath. The procession stopped at the Black Sabbath Bridge, where Osbourne's wife Sharon and their children laid flowers. Fans shared their emotional tributes, recalling Osbourne's impact on their lives and celebrating his legacy. A private family funeral is to follow in Buckinghamshire.
Entities: Ozzy Osbourne, Birmingham, Black Sabbath, Sharon Osbourne, Broad Street • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Researchers on an underwater voyage discovered a thriving network of creatures, including tubeworms and mollusks, in the deep-sea trenches of the northwest Pacific Ocean, challenging current models of life at extreme limits and carbon cycling in the deep ocean.
Entities: Kuril-Kamchatka trench, Aleutian trench, Pacific Ocean, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Julie Huber • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The United States has repatriated an American child from al-Hol Camp in northeastern Syria, a sprawling camp housing tens of thousands of people with alleged ties to ISIS. The State Department estimates 30,000 people from 70 countries remain in the camp, mostly wives and children of ISIS fighters. Human rights groups have long cited poor living conditions and violence in the camp. The US has been pushing for countries to repatriate their citizens from the camp, and Iraq has taken back an increasing number in recent years. The repatriation is seen as a step towards resolving the humanitarian and security crisis in the camp.
Entities: United States, al-Hol Camp, Syria, ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria), State Department • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, citing human rights violations and politicized prosecutions. Moraes is overseeing the case against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, an ally of former U.S. President Donald Trump. The sanctions are part of a broader diplomatic rift between the U.S. and Brazil, with the U.S. also imposing 50% tariffs on Brazilian products.
Entities: Alexandre de Moraes, Jair Bolsonaro, Donald Trump, United States, Brazil • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The US clothing brand Guess used AI-generated models in its latest campaign, created by the London-based AI-driven marketing agency Seraphinne Vallora, sparking debate over the potential impact on real-life models and the representation of diversity in the fashion industry. The campaign, which appeared in Vogue and other magazines, features a digitally created model named Vivienne, and has been viewed millions of times on social media. While some have expressed concern that the growing use of AI models could push professional models out of their jobs, others see it as a way to increase diversity and efficiency in marketing. The co-founders of Seraphinne Vallora argue that AI models give clients greater choice and flexibility, and that they still hire real models for reference. However, critics argue that the use of AI models could be used to profit from the appearance of diversity without actually investing in it.
Entities: Guess, Seraphinne Vallora, Vogue, Anne Hathaway, TikTok • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Palestinian para-cyclist Alaa al-Dali is training for the Para-Cycling World Championships despite his family being trapped in starving Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Al-Dali, an amputee, has been competing internationally and founded the Gaza Sunbirds, a para-cycling team that distributes aid to those in need. He is currently seeking asylum in Belgium while his family remains in Gaza, facing famine and bombardment.
Entities: Alaa al-Dali, Gaza, Israel, Hamas, Belgium • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Archaeologists have used advanced imaging techniques to study the intricate tattoos on a 2,000-year-old Siberian 'ice mummy' from the Pazyryk culture. The study revealed new information about the craftsmanship and techniques used by ancient tattoo artists, suggesting that tattooing was a skilled craft requiring formal training.
Entities: Gino Caspari, Max Planck Institute of Geoanthropology, University of Bern, Pazyryk culture, Altai mountains • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article reports on the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with a focus on the Ukrainian soldiers battling the Russian offensive. CNN's Nick Paton Walsh reports from the frontlines, where drones are constantly used to target enemy positions, and soldiers rush to bring in the wounded.
Entities: Ukraine, Russia, CNN, Nick Paton Walsh, Ukrainian soldiers • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Iran's capital, Tehran, is facing a severe water crisis and could run out of water within weeks due to a combination of poor water management, climate change, and drought. The government is taking measures to reduce water consumption, but experts warn that these are temporary solutions and that a more fundamental overhaul of the economy and water management practices is needed.
Entities: Tehran, Iran, Amir Kabir dam, Alborz mountain range, Masoud Pezeshkian • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A US Navy F-35C fighter jet crashed in central California near Naval Air Station Lemoore on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. The pilot ejected safely, and the cause of the crash is under investigation. The aircraft was assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron VFA-125, also known as the 'Rough Raiders.' This incident marks the second F-35 crash this year, following an Air Force F-35A crash in Alaska in January.
Entities: US Navy, F-35C, California, Naval Air Station Lemoore, Strike Fighter Squadron VFA-125 • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses various global news stories, with a focus on European leaders' differing views on recognizing a Palestinian state. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron plan to recognize a Palestinian state, while Germany's Friedrich Merz states they won't 'currently' do so. Other news includes a major earthquake off Russia's coast, the situation in Gaza, and various global events.
Entities: European leaders, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz, Germany • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A prominent Palestinian activist, Odeh Hathalin, who worked on an Oscar-winning documentary, was killed by an Israeli settler in the occupied West Bank. The incident has sparked concern and highlights the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.
Entities: Odeh Hathalin, Israel, Palestine, CNN, West Bank • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The European Union's (EU) recent trade deal with the United States may increase its economic and security dependence on the US, potentially undermining its pursuit of strategic autonomy, according to Shi Mingde, China's former ambassador to Germany. Shi criticized the EU's 'de-risking' policy aimed at reducing reliance on China, arguing it is a flawed reasoning as the EU remains heavily dependent on the US.
Entities: European Union, United States, China, Shi Mingde, Germany • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Shenzhou-19 astronauts, including commander Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong, and Wang Haoze, performed a record-breaking nine-hour spacewalk during their 183-day mission to the Tiangong space station. During the spacewalk, they encountered an unexpected problem with a payload adaptor that required an unrehearsed manual repair. The astronauts, along with the ground team, successfully resolved the issue despite the lack of specialized equipment and prior planning.
Entities: China, Shenzhou-19, Tiangong space station, Cai Xuzhe, CCTV • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Hong Kong Cross Harbour Race is set to return in 2025 after being cancelled in 2024 due to Super Typhoon Yinxing. Registration is now open for the November 22 event, with 4,000 places available until September 2. The race features 'Racing Group' and 'Leisure Group' categories, including a 'Companion Team' option for friends and families to swim together.
Entities: Hong Kong Cross Harbour Race, South China Morning Post, Ronnie Wong Man-chiu, Hong Kong China Swimming Association, Victoria Harbour Race • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke stated that Malaysian airlines, including AirAsia and Air Borneo, are interested in China's C919 passenger jet made by Comac. The interest is driven by growing air travel in Southeast Asia and backlogs in Airbus and Boeing deliveries, with airlines seeking cheaper and faster alternatives.
Entities: Anthony Loke, Malaysia, China, C919, Comac • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Malaysian government is considering banning children under 13 from having social media accounts to protect them from harmful content. Parents are supportive of the plan, but have mixed views on the proposal to promote state-sanctioned family content. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil warned against overreliance on mobile devices as 'digital nannies' and emphasized the need for digital literacy among children.
Entities: Malaysia, Fahmi Fadzil, South China Morning Post, TikTok, Joseph Sipalan • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A 49-year-old man's body was found in a Hong Kong flat, naked and surrounded by sex toys. The body was discovered by a security guard who entered the flat after smelling an odour. The police are investigating the incident and an autopsy is underway to determine the cause of death.
Entities: Hong Kong, South China Morning Post, Wing Fat Mansion, Jordan, Austin Road • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Hong Kong government has announced that children of non-local talent will be required to reside in the city for at least two years before being eligible for local students' benefits at publicly funded tertiary education institutions, starting from the 2027-28 academic year.
Entities: Hong Kong, Education Bureau, non-local talent, dependent visas, entry permits • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The US has passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which reverses previous support for clean energy by rolling back subsidies for solar, wind, and electric vehicles, while preserving subsidies for nuclear projects. This move has sparked debate over the country's energy future and national security, with some arguing it is a strategic imperative to secure energy independence and others claiming it prioritizes short-term gains over long-term sustainability and global competitiveness. The decision is seen as potentially ceding US leadership in the clean energy transition to China, which dominates clean tech manufacturing and controls critical minerals.
Entities: China, United States, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, One Big Beautiful Bill Act • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
China's manufacturing activity contracted more than expected in July, with the official manufacturing PMI falling to 49.3, below the expected 49.7. This marks the fourth consecutive month of contraction. The decline is attributed to factors such as extreme weather, slower economic growth, and ongoing U.S. trade tensions. China's top leaders did not signal plans for substantial new stimulus during a recent Politburo meeting, and the country's economic growth is expected to slow down in the second half of the year.
Entities: China, United States, Reuters, Tidalwave Solutions, Cameron Johnson • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
European markets are expected to open positively on Thursday, July 31, as investors react to the latest earnings reports from major companies. Shell and AB InBev have posted better-than-expected second-quarter profits, while futures data suggests a mixed but generally positive start to the day. The article also highlights the release of various economic data, including inflation and unemployment figures from France, Germany, and Italy.
Entities: Shell, AB InBev, European markets, FTSE 100, CAC 40 • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
German inflation rate dropped to 1.8% in July 2025, beating economists' expectations of 1.9%. The data from Destatis showed a decline from June's 2% rate, aligning with the European Central Bank's target. Core inflation remained steady at 2.7%, while services inflation eased to 3.1%. Economists are closely watching the impact of US tariffs on inflation, with the EU and US recently agreeing on 15% tariffs on EU goods.
Entities: Germany, European Central Bank, Destatis, Reuters, ING • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Hanwha Ocean's shares surged 16.06% after a U.S.-Korea trade deal was announced, following the company's strong Q2 earnings and new initiatives. The company reported operating profits of 371.7 billion won, a reversal from the previous year's losses. Hanwha Ocean also secured new orders and launched initiatives with industry partners to improve competitiveness. The company is expected to expand its Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia and play a key role in revitalizing U.S. shipbuilding efforts.
Entities: Hanwha Ocean, U.S., Korea, Donald Trump, Hanwha Group • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Shell reported a second-quarter profit of $4.26 billion, beating analyst expectations, despite a sharp drop in profit compared to the same period last year. The company maintained its shareholder returns, announcing another $3.5 billion in share buybacks over the next three months. CEO Wael Sawan attributed the performance to the company's transformation efforts and cost-saving measures.
Entities: Shell, Wael Sawan, CNBC, London, Britain • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article highlights the top 10 most beautiful libraries in the world according to the 1000 Libraries Awards 2025. These libraries are not only repositories of books but also destinations with rich history and architecture. The list includes libraries from around the globe, such as the Library of Trinity College Dublin, State Library of South Australia, and Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève in Paris.
Entities: 1000 Libraries Awards, Trinity College Dublin, State Library of South Australia, St. Gallen Abbey Library, Duke Humfrey's Library • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found that Microsoft and Amazon are hindering competition in the cloud computing industry due to their significant unilateral market power. The CMA is concerned about practices such as egress fees and unfavorable licensing terms that create a 'lock-in' effect, trapping businesses in unfavorable contractual agreements. The regulator has recommended a further investigation into Microsoft and Amazon under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers (DMCC) Act to determine if they have 'strategic market status.' Microsoft and Amazon have disputed the findings, while Google has praised the CMA's move.
Entities: UK, Competition and Markets Authority, Microsoft, Amazon, Google • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Double Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier has died in a mountaineering accident on Laila Peak in northern Pakistan's Karakoram mountain range. She was 31 years old and had been stranded since Monday after being struck by falling rocks at an altitude of about 18,700ft. Despite rescue efforts, Dahlmeier's body was to be recovered and taken to the city of Skardu.
Entities: Laura Dahlmeier, Laila Peak, Karakoram mountain range, Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan government • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Russia's Far East, causing a tsunami and triggering warnings across the Pacific. The quake is potentially the sixth largest on record and has caused damage and injuries in the Kamchatka Peninsula. The article compares this earthquake to some of the strongest ever recorded, including those in Chile (1960), Alaska (1964), Sumatra (2004), and Japan (2011).
Entities: Russia, Kamchatka Peninsula, US Geological Survey (USGS), Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Avacha Bay • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A dentist, James Craig, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for murdering his wife, Angela, by poisoning her protein shakes with cyanide and administering a fatal dose while she was hospitalized. Craig was convicted of first-degree murder and other charges related to the crime, including attempting to cover up the killing and soliciting others to fake evidence. The prosecution argued that Craig wanted to escape his marriage due to his extramarital affairs and to protect his wealth and image.
Entities: James Craig, Angela Craig, Colorado, Arapahoe County Justice Center, District Judge Shay Whitaker • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses the severe economic impact of US President Donald Trump's policies on Lesotho, a small African country. Lesotho has declared a state of national disaster due to high youth unemployment and job losses linked to US tariffs and aid cuts. The country's textile industry, once thriving, has been devastated, with hundreds of thousands losing access to critical healthcare after the USAID withdrawal. The people of Lesotho are fearful of Trump's policies, which they believe will lead to further job losses and economic hardship.
Entities: Lesotho, Donald Trump, USAID, US, Africa • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's Far East, occurring on a fault line along the Kuril-Kamchatka Trench, a subduction zone known for 'megathrust' earthquakes and tsunamis. While some seismologists anticipated this event due to built-up tectonic stress since the last major earthquake in 1952 and a series of 'foreshocks,' the exact timing and impact were unpredictable. Fortunately, the sparsely populated area and prior tsunami alerts likely minimized potential casualties, with no fatalities reported so far.
Entities: Russia, Kuril-Kamchatka Trench, Pacific tectonic plate, North American plate, Okhotsk plates • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The parents of 12-year-old Jaysen Carr, who died from a rare brain infection caused by the 'brain-eating amoeba' Naegleria fowleri after swimming in Lake Murray, South Carolina, are warning others of the danger, expressing fear that it could happen to someone else. The amoeba is found in warm water and can cause a fatal infection if it enters the nose and travels to the brain.
Entities: Jaysen Carr, Naegleria fowleri, Lake Murray, South Carolina, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) • Tone: emotional • Sentiment: negative • Intent: warn
31-07-2025
The article discusses the UK's potential recognition of Palestine as a state and its implications on the Gaza conflict. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognize Palestine if Israel doesn't accept certain conditions, including a ceasefire. The article features a podcast discussion between Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim, who explore alternative ways to pressure Israel into allowing more aid into Gaza and examine the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's aid points. They also speak with Anshel Pfeffer, author of a book on Benjamin Netanyahu, about Israel's plans for the war and its aftermath.
Entities: Sir Keir Starmer, Israel, Palestine, Gaza, Richard Engel • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
At least 22 people have died in violent protests across Angola as the government increased the price of diesel by one-third, sparking widespread unrest and looting. The protests were triggered by a three-day strike by minibus taxi associations against the fuel price hike, which is part of the government's effort to curb costly subsidies and shore up public finances. The army was deployed to restore order as the riots caused widespread insecurity.
Entities: Angola, International Monetary Fund (IMF), Joao Lourenco, Luanda, Louis Casiano • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Canada's special envoy on preserving Holocaust remembrance and combating antisemitism, Deborah Lyons, has stepped down due to exhaustion amid a record surge in antisemitic hate crimes. In 2024, 920 hate crimes targeted Jews, accounting for 68.5% of all religiously motivated hate crimes. Experts and community leaders attribute the rise in antisemitism to a lack of government action and call for a whole-of-government approach to address the issue.
Entities: Deborah Lyons, Canada, Hamas, Israel, Irwin Cotler • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Chilean authorities have handed over six luxury watches stolen from actor Keanu Reeves to the FBI. The watches, valued at $125,000, were recovered during police raids in Santiago, Chile, and were identified by Reeves as the stolen items. The FBI will return the watches to Reeves, known for his roles in 'John Wick' and 'The Matrix.' The recovery is part of a larger investigation into a string of high-profile burglaries targeting American luxury homes.
Entities: Keanu Reeves, FBI, Chile, Santiago, Los Angeles • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
A couple on a leisurely bike ride in Canada was attacked by two grizzly bears, but the woman's quick thinking and use of bear spray saved their lives. The man suffered serious injuries and underwent surgery, but is expected to recover. Authorities praised the couple's preparedness and emphasized the effectiveness of bear spray as a deterrent against bear attacks.
Entities: Canada, Kootenay River, British Columbia Conservation Officer Service, grizzly bears, bear spray • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
Two men were banned from flying with British airline Jet2 after being removed from a plane by police for behaving inappropriately while intoxicated. The incident occurred on a July 24 flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete, where the men consumed a duty-free bottle of vodka during a delay, leading to one of them becoming uncontrollable.
Entities: Jet2, Leeds Bradford Airport, Crete, West Yorkshire Police, Ian Boyle • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The Israeli Defence Forces' (IDF) top brass, led by Lieutenant-General Eyal Zamir, believe the ongoing war in Gaza against Hamas has become pointless and should cease. Despite this, a ceasefire remains elusive as the government and public continue to support the war effort. The IDF is instead preparing for a potential future conflict with Iran.
Entities: Israel, Gaza, Hamas, Lieutenant-General Eyal Zamir, Israel Defence Forces (IDF) • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses the potential peace deal between Turkey and the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) after decades of conflict. While welcoming the deal, the article cautions that it should not be used as a smokescreen for repression by Turkish President Erdogan's authoritarian government. The peace could bring economic growth and autonomy to Turkey's Kurdish region and ease tensions in Syria.
Entities: Turkey, Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), Erdogan, Kurdistan, Syria • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: critique
31-07-2025
The article discusses how the distribution of aid in Gaza has become increasingly deadly, with hundreds of Palestinians killed by Israeli gunfire and in crushes while trying to collect food. Satellite images show crowds forming at checkpoints and aid distribution sites, with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) operating four large distribution hubs. The article highlights the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with the UN reporting that every resident faces food insecurity and a third have gone days without eating.
Entities: Gaza, Israel, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, United Nations, Hamas • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
31-07-2025
The article discusses the recent EU-US trade deal and criticisms from European leaders, arguing that internal reform is more important than external trade agreements. The deal, struck by the European Commission with President Donald Trump, was met with opposition from various European capitals, with leaders such as François Bayrou, Friedrich Merz, and Viktor Orban expressing concerns. The article suggests that the critics of the deal are misguided and that internal reform should be the focus rather than external trade.
Entities: European Commission, President Donald Trump, François Bayrou, Friedrich Merz, Viktor Orban • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform