Trump immigration crackdown ensnares families of US troops
The Guardian •

Trump immigration crackdown ensnares families of US troops

An AP investigation found dozens of active-duty troops’ parents and spouses detained despite protectionsThe Trump administration has detained dozens of parents and spouses of active-duty US troops as it rolls back immigration protections for military families in the pursuit of its mass deportation agenda.More than 50 parents and spouses of active-duty service members have been detained since Donal...

NHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures, says Yvette Cooper
The Guardian •

NHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures, says Yvette Cooper

Health secretary says global heating means UK hospitals and GPs will have to prepare for summer as well as winter peaks of demandAdapting to global heating: which UK public services are struggling in hot weather?The NHS has been warned to prepare for potential annual summer crises caused by extreme heat with the same pressures as winter, as heatwaves caused by the climate crisis become routine in ...

Adapting to global heating: which UK public services are struggling in hot weather?
The Guardian •

Adapting to global heating: which UK public services are struggling in hot weather?

As NHS told to prepare for extreme weather, strain also felt in other areas including transport and farmingNHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures, says Yvette CooperThe NHS has been told it must become more resilient to increasingly frequent heatwaves supercharged by the climate crisis, as the UK government puts adaptation to extreme heat high on its agenda. But what other public servic...

Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan primary victory is the latest win for progressives challenging establishment-backed Democrats – live

Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan primary victory is the latest win for progressives challenging establishment-backed Democrats – live

The Guardian •

The former public health official’s victory in Michigan US Senate primary race comes after progressive wins in New York and ColoradoAbdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primarySign up for the Breaking News US emailA quick update on the marquee Democratic primary race for US Senate in Michigan.Haley Stevens is trailing Abdul El-Sayed by fewer than 15,000 votes, according the Associated Press, whose ...

Two Frenchmen receive suspended jail sentences after livestreamer's death

Two Frenchmen receive suspended jail sentences after livestreamer's death

France 24 •

Two French livestreamers received suspended prison sentences on Wednesday after being convicted of repeatedly abusing and humiliating a man during online broadcasts that preceded his death. Though the pair were cleared of causing the man's death, they were found guilty of violence and incitement to hatred in a case that has exposed the darker underbelly of online streaming.

広島 原爆投下から81年 核兵器の廃絶を国内外に訴え

NHK World •

広島に原爆が投下されて6日で81年です。世界で核による脅しや核抑止力を強化しようとする動きがみられる中、被爆地・広島は、犠牲者を追悼するとともに、核兵器の廃絶を改めて国内外に訴えます。

Chief constable considers joining legal action if PC’s killers are released early

Chief constable considers joining legal action if PC’s killers are released early

The Guardian •

Thames Valley’s top officer says he may join Police Federation in court if convicted pair are freed from jailThe chief constable of Thames Valley police has said he will consider joining legal action against the government if it fails to block the early release of two of PC Andrew Harper’s killers.The Police Federation is contemplating going to court in its attempts to keep Jessie Cole and Albert ...

Threat of legal action if PC Andrew Harper’s killers are released early

Threat of legal action if PC Andrew Harper’s killers are released early

The Guardian •

Thames Valley chief says he may join Police Federation in court if Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers are freed from prisonThe chief constable of Thames Valley police has said he will consider joining legal action against the government if it fails to block the early release of two of PC Andrew Harper’s killers.The Police Federation is contemplating going to court in its attempts to keep Jessie Cole an...

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan primary in jolt to Democrats

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan primary in jolt to Democrats

SCMP •

The Democratic Party’s progressive ⁠wing scored a high-profile victory on Wednesday when Abdul El-Sayed won the party’s US Senate nomination ⁠in Michigan, giving its anti-establishment message a boost ahead of November’s midterm elections. El-Sayed, a doctor whose campaign focused on healthcare, the economy and an end to unconditional military aid to Israel, was the first progressive to win a stat...

Senate confirms Trump pick Erica Schwartz as new CDC director

Senate confirms Trump pick Erica Schwartz as new CDC director

The Guardian •

Schwartz, president’s third pick to lead top US public health agency, confirmed in 51-44 Senate voteDr Erica Schwartz was confirmed by the US Senate as director ‌of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a rare win for the Trump administration after a string of failed attempts to fill senior health posts.Schwartz was confirmed ⁠51-44 by senators. She is Donald Trump’s third pick to ...

Iran and Oman agree on coordinates of route through strait of Hormuz, says Iranian foreign ministry – as it happened

Iran and Oman agree on coordinates of route through strait of Hormuz, says Iranian foreign ministry – as it happened

The Guardian •

This live blog is now closed. The ⁠geographic coordinates for a shipping ⁠route ⁠through the ​strait of Hormuz ⁠have been agreed by Iran and ⁠Oman, and ​a ‌joint announcement ‌is being ‌finalised, provided no third parties interfere, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei ‌said on Wednesday.Baghaei added ​that any such agreement between Iran and ⁠Oman would not, ​by itself, ​guarante...

Understanding reached on coordinates for shipping route through Hormuz, Iran says

Understanding reached on coordinates for shipping route through Hormuz, Iran says

The Guardian •

Joint statement with Oman is being finalised, but Tehran says deal alone would not guarantee waterway’s securityIran and Oman have reached an understanding on ⁠the geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the strait of Hormuz, and ⁠a joint announcement ⁠is ​being finalised provided certain third parties do not interfere, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail ⁠Baghaei said on Wedne...

Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns amid accusations of plagiarism

Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns amid accusations of plagiarism

The Guardian •

Sociology professor to stand down after university announces investigation into his qualifications and career• Playbooks, plagiarism and a pig’s head: new claims surrounding a star Cambridge professorJason Arday, the Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism and embellishment, has resigned after the university announced he was to face a new investigation into his qualifications and career.Arday, w...

US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum

US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum

The Guardian •

State department informs Congress of planned closures in Canada, Grenada, Japan, Indonesia and CameroonThe US state department is to shut five foreign consulates and missions across Asia, Africa, North America and the Caribbean, drawing criticism that it is leaving a diplomatic vacuum at risk of being filled by China.The US Congress has been served notice of the impending closures, which are being...

Quote of the day by Jackie Chan: 'You can't back and change your path. Your life is decided by...'

Quote of the day by Jackie Chan: 'You can't back and change your path. Your life is decided by...'

Times of India •

Jackie Chan's career highlights life's irreversible decisions and immediate choices. His demanding training instilled habits which guided his actions under pressure. Ancient philosophy and modern economics support this view of character formation. High-stakes decisions in business and aviation demonstrate their lasting impact. Accepting that every choice leaves a permanent mark is essential.

Iran and Oman reach understanding on coordinates of route through Hormuz, Iran ministry says

Iran and Oman reach understanding on coordinates of route through Hormuz, Iran ministry says

The Guardian •

Joint statement is being finalised, but Tehran says deal alone would not guarantee waterway’s securityMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesIran and Oman have reached an understanding on ⁠the geographic coordinates for a shipping route through the strait of Hormuz, and ⁠a joint announcement ⁠is ​being finalised, provided certain third parties did not interfere, Iran’s foreign ministry spokespers...

8/4: The Takeout with Major Garrett

CBS News •

Five states held primary elections Tuesday, including a key Democratic Senate race between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens.

Quote of the day inspired by Homer’s Odyssey: 'Men are so quick to blame the gods, they say...'

Quote of the day inspired by Homer’s Odyssey: 'Men are so quick to blame the gods, they say...'

Times of India •

Throughout history, individuals have sought to attribute their setbacks and misguided choices to outside influences. This theme resonates in ancient tales like The Odyssey, illustrating a long-standing human inclination. In contemporary discussions, psychology's locus of control principle reflects this habit. Today, institutions and technology take center stage as convenient scapegoats for our fai...