The Guardian

Donald Trump to impose 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, White House says

Turmoil likely as Trump officials say Canada unfairly discriminated against US autos, alcohol and dairy productsDonald Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, White House officials said on Monday, declaring Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products.The move could unleash a new wave of economic chaos, with risks of higher inflation and further fraying of relations between two nations that had been closely woven together before Trump’s retur

general  Jul 20, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | Iran’s Fortitude Is Its Decisive Edge

The ayatollahs want to fight and have a greater tolerance than Trump for pain.

general  Jul 20, 2026

WSJ World News

Iran Missile Hit U.S. Troop Housing in Jordan

Plus, a judge temporarily blocks the Paramount-Warner deal, and Tom Hiddleston studied Latin to read graffiti at Pompeii.

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

Australia news live: Barnaby Joyce dogged by Tommy Robinson questions – and also by a dog – in spiky ABC interview

One Nation MP grilled in 7.30 interview about Pauline Hanson’s podcast interview by far-right activist. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne Nation MP Barnaby Joyce has tried to defend party leader Pauline Hanson’s decision to meet far-right convicted criminal Tommy Robinson during a recent visit to the UK.Hanson and her colleagues have spent recent days clarifying, explaining or walking back headline-grabbing parts of the One Nation leader’s tri

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, to run for full Senate term

Interim senator appointed after Lindsey Graham’s death endorsed by Trump ‘for the Good of our Nation’Darline Graham, the South Carolina interim senator and sister of the late Lindsey Graham, said she plans to run for a full Senate term after Donald Trump endorsed her last week.In an interview with Sean Hannity that will air in full on Monday, Graham – who was appointed by Governor Henry McMaster to finish the remainder of her brother’s term – said she had “made a decision”. Continue reading...

general  Jul 20, 2026

BBC World

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for death of soldiers

The US says the attacks were aimed at degrading Iran's capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

Trump says Benjamin Netanyahu ‘will not be arrested’ if he visits the US

Israeli prime minister is subject of an arrest warrant issued by international criminal court over alleged war crimes in GazaDonald Trump has said Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, “will not be arrested” if he visits the US.His comments came days after Zohran Mamdani, the New York City mayor, said he was exploring whether his administration could arrest Netanyahu if he visits the city during the UN general assembly in September. Continue reading...

general  Jul 20, 2026

NY Times World

U.K. Prosecutors File Murder Charge in Ann Widdecombe Death

A 28-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of Ann Widdecombe, a right-wing figure whose body was found in her home this month.

general  Jul 20, 2026

NY Times World

Epidemics and Rage

Societies have always struggled with hostile reactions to health care workers during epidemics. Why?

general  Jul 20, 2026

NY Times World

Evacuees of Ontario’s Wildfires Wait and Worry

Flames crept, and then sprinted, toward unsuspecting residents who fled remote parts of northwestern Ontario. Now they want to know why officials weren’t prepared.

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

Small dog missing for weeks rescued while swimming in San Francisco Bay

A team of firefighters saved the pup from the water in a mission that utilized boats, trucks and a droneFirefighters rescued a small dog that had been missing for weeks after finding it swimming into the San Francisco Bay.The dog had gone missing over the Fourth of July weekend, according to the Menlo Park fire protection district. But someone called 911 on 16 July to say they had seen a dog enter the bay near the Dumbarton Bridge in East Palo Alto. Continue reading...

general  Jul 20, 2026

NY Times World

In Gaza, Spain’s Win Brings a Moment of Joy and Distraction

Many in the enclave supported Spain, which has recognized Palestinian statehood. Argentina had strong support among Israeli soccer fans.

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

Andy Burnham vows to ‘bring back hope’ as he unveils his cabinet

New prime minister says government must ‘do better’ to deliver change but promises prudent approach to economyUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham has said his arrival in power will “bring back hope” to Britain as he launched his premiership with the surprise appointment of John Healey as chancellor and a promise to repair the damage caused to communities during the Thatcher era.The new UK prime minister acknowledged people were “fed up” with politics as he addressed the country after t

general  Jul 20, 2026

BBC World

Merger deal between Paramount and Warner Bros paused by judge

US court temporarily stops Paramount and Warner Bros merging after 12 states launched legal action.

general  Jul 20, 2026

NY Times World

Burnham’s Day 1 as Prime Minister: A Homeless Shelter, a Palace and Downing Street

As Andy Burnham became Britain’s seventh leader in a decade on Monday, he tried to show that he will govern differently.

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

Nolan Wells remembered at memorial as community demands truth about his death

The 18-year-old was found dead after a 4 July boat trip with his friends to an island in the Gulf coastFamily and supporters of Nolan Xavier Wells gathered in a Mississippi church on Monday to mourn and celebrate the 18-year-old, whose death following a 4 July boat trip with friends has captured national attention and prompted calls for an independent investigation.The ceremony began with tearful remarks from Wells’s parents, who described their son as a warm and gentle presence, a gifted athlet

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

‘One in 15 million’: Brisbane woman gives birth to identical quadruplets

Jenitar Na’amoana’s already had four children when she learned of surprise pregnancy ‘unheard of’ in AustraliaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA 34-year-old woman from Brisbane has defied the odds and delivered four naturally conceived, identical quadruplets in what is believed to be an Australian first.Jenitar Na’amoana, who already had four children, was not planning having another but the quadruplets emerged from a “one in 15 million” pregnancy, splitting into four f

general  Jul 20, 2026

BBC World

Tate brothers appear in US court for extradition proceedings

They were arrested on Saturday after the UK announced dozens of new charges, including rape and sex trafficking, which they deny.

general  Jul 20, 2026

The Guardian

Tate brothers fight extradition to UK over rape and sex-trafficking charges

Polarizing social media influencers are being held in federal detention in Miami as district judge considers extraditionSocial media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the United Kingdom, their lawyer told a US magistrate in Miami on Monday after the brothers were arrested to face rape and sex-trafficking charges.The Tates appeared in federal court for the first time since their arrest on Saturday and are being held in federal detention. In the coming weeks, a US distr

general  Jul 20, 2026

NY Times World

Israel’s Ambassador to U.N. Lashes Out at Mamdani Over Netanyahu Arrest Threats

The “threat is empty,” the ambassador, Danny Danon, said in an address to the U.N. General Assembly.

general  Jul 20, 2026