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Israel kills Hamas armed wing leader Haddad in Gaza strike | Reuters

An Israeli airstrike on Gaza killed the chief of Hamas' military wing, the most senior official from the Palestinian militant group killed by Israel since ‌a U.S.-backed ceasefire agreement in October that was meant to halt fighting.

Sen. Bill Cassidy loses GOP primary in Louisiana, as two rivals advance to a runoff

Rep. Julia Letlow, who had Trump’s endorsement, advanced to a primary runoff against state Treasurer John Fleming, NBC News projects.

Senior leader of Islamic State group killed in US-Nigeria mission | AP News

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🔒 Trump Calls Xi a ‘Friend.’ But He Left China Without Any Breakthroughs. - The New York Times

The lack of concrete agreements with Beijing shows the risks of President Trump’s personality-driven foreign policy, which rests on the belief that he can defend U.S. interests through charm and force of will.

🔒 Oil Prices Rise as Trump-Xi Summit Yields No Clear Breakthroughs on Iran War - The New York Times

Hopes for an end to the war in Iran faded after President Trump failed to secure a commitment from China to help persuade Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

People with ADHD have a natural inclination for intuitive thinking and creative breakthroughs, according to a new study - Earth.com

“They appear to favor unconscious, associative processing that can produce sudden creative breakthroughs.”

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Tens of thousands join rival protests in London

Thirty-one arrests have been made across the Unite the Kingdom march and a pro-Palestinian protest.

Eurovision 2026 United Kingdom: Look Mum No Computer - "Eins, Zwei, Drei"

"Eins, Zwei, Drei" by Look Mum No Computer from United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. United Kingdom finished 25th at Eurovision 2026 with only 1 point. Videos and lyrics in English, Belarusian, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, Estonian, Finnish, French and 15 other languages

Thousands hit London streets for "Unite the Kingdom" march organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson - CBS News

Police estimated that around 60,000 people attended the "Unite the Kingdom" march, making it one of the largest right-wing mobilizations seen in Britain in recent years.

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Nancy Guthrie Update: Sheriff Cuts Communication with Savannah Guthrie Family in Nancy Disappearance Probea

The case gained renewed national visibility after Khloé Kardashian discussed it on her podcast, expressing skepticism about the lack of breakthroughs and questioning whether all information had been released.

'They Don't Play By The Same Rules,' Kevin O'Leary Says, Citing Uneven Legal Systems, Rising US-China Tra - Benzinga

China and the U.S. reached a tentative deal in Beijing to lower tariffs and ease trade barriers following high-level talks and a summit between President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, though markets reacted cautiously amid limited concrete breakthroughs.

Rejected by US visa, welcomed by NASA: Meet Dr. Anand Megalingam, a tractor driver's son, who built one of India’s rising space-tech cos - The Economic Times

Anand Megalingam's journey from a rural Indian village to NASA-linked aerospace programs highlights resilience and innovation. Despite early struggles and a denied US visa, he founded Space Zone India, achieving breakthroughs with reusable rockets like RHUMI-H and RHUMI-1. His international ...

Northern Lions, Middle-Belt Tigers shine on Nigeria Super League launch

After winning the toss and electing to bat, Southern Sharks struggled to gain momentum against a sharp Northern Lions bowling attack. Reigneth Osagie made an immediate impact with early breakthroughs that reduced the Sharks to six runs for two wickets inside the first over.

United Kingdom Joins Spain, England as easyJet Flight U28013 Declares Squawk 7700 Emergency and Returns to London Gatwick After Hydraulic Failure Over English Channel: Exclusive Updates - Travel And Tour World

easyJet flight U28013 safely returned to London Gatwick after declaring a Squawk 7700 emergency due to a reported hydraulic failure over the English Channel

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