Natalie Ortiz — News & World Editor The United States and Saudi Arabia conducted joint airstrikes in Iraq on July 29, targeting Iran-backed Shia militias. The operation resulted in the deaths of four members of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Diyala Province, following a series of missile attacks launched by the IRGC against U.S. bases in Jordan. The escalation … Read more
Sega has announced a Closed Network Test for Crazy Taxi: World Tour, scheduled to take place from September 11 to September 13. The test is designed to evaluate the stability of the game’s online multiplayer functionality, matchmaking, and cross-platform connectivity ahead of the title’s full release in 2027. Sega Announces Multiplayer Closed Network Test for … Read more
Samuel Tunick, a 28-year-old U.S. citizen, faces up to five years in prison after using a “panic code” to wipe his Google Pixel phone during a border inspection in Atlanta on January 24 last year. Tunick is charged under a federal law prohibiting the destruction of evidence to prevent government seizure. The confrontation occurred at … Read more
Police are investigating a reported explosion on the runway at Jarlsberg Airport in Tønsberg that occurred early Thursday, July 30, 2026. While neighbors reported the blast, authorities have indicated that no persons were injured and the incident did not involve an aircraft. The alarm was raised shortly after 2:00 a.m. when local residents contacted authorities … Read more
A cold front is moving into the UK starting Thursday, bringing cooler conditions and rain to some areas. However, according to the BBC, these weather shifts are unlikely to provide relief to the driest regions, where more than half of England and parts of Wales are officially in drought. The arrival of cooler air doesn’t … Read more
A cold front is moving into the UK on Thursday, July 30, 2026, bringing cooler conditions and rain to some areas. According to BBC Weather, this shift follows a period of record-breaking temperatures in parts of England, though the incoming weather system will not provide relief to all regions. The British summer has been defined … Read more
Three Greek firefighters have died while battling wildfires across Crete and the Peloponnese, officials said. The fatalities occurred amid a broader emergency in southern Europe characterized by extreme heat, drought, and strong winds. Fatalities in Crete and Peloponnese In the Rethymno region of western Crete, two firefighters died after becoming trapped in their vehicle as … Read more
The U.S. military announced Wednesday that it launched strikes on Iranian targets following an attempted Iranian attack on American forces in the Middle East, according to AP News. U.S. Central Command described the strikes as a powerful response to the previous day’s events. The military action followed a partnership between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia … Read more
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) commander Admiral Brad Cooper has developed a plan to paralyze Iran’s missile capabilities through intensive airstrikes lasting 10 to 14 days. The proposal follows recent Iranian missile attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan, with reports indicating Israel may join the potential large-scale American offensive. The strategy seeks to reduce Tehran’s ability … Read more
Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv on July 30, 2026, causing fires at non-residential sites and forcing residents into shelters. The attack followed a specific warning from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who cautioned that the safety of Ukrainians depends on the willingness of allies to provide critical anti-missile defenses. The explosions began at 1:18 a.m. on Thursday, … Read more