A police officer in Madison, Wisconsin, shot and killed a man who reportedly injured the officer with a knife while resisting arrest. The incident led to protests at the state Capitol, where people identified the man as Corey Ruiz.
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The shooting happened in Madison, Wisconsin.
The man shot was in his 30s and reportedly injured the officer with a knife.
Police have not officially confirmed the man's name, but protesters and media identified him as Corey Ruiz.
A video of the shooting showing three gunshots circulated on social media.
Police Chief John Patterson said the video shows only one part of what happened and is not the full story.
Large crowds gathered at the state Capitol to protest after the shooting.
Authorities described the situation as developing, with more information expected.
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A leading human rights lawyer, Rajiv Menon KC, is facing trial for contempt of court over his closing speech in a case involving Palestine Action activists. Legal professionals have expressed concern that this prosecution could make lawyers afraid to speak freely while defending their clients.
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Rajiv Menon KC is accused of breaking court rules during the trial of activists who protested at an Israeli arms factory in the UK.
The trial judge referred his case for contempt of court proceedings, which was approved by another judge after a legal review.
The prosecution claims Menon’s speech risked damaging the fairness of the trial by suggesting the court was biased.
Senior lawyers and human rights figures have criticized the decision, saying it could intimidate lawyers and harm the justice system.
Families of victims from the Hillsborough disaster, who Menon represented, have also shown support for him.
The controversy centers on Menon’s comments about how the court handled evidence related to Elbit Systems, an Israeli defense company.
Critics argue the case may be more about the political nature of the trial than the proper role of a barrister.
Legal leaders warn that barristers are becoming uncertain and fearful about what they can say in court without risking punishment.
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At a rally in Georgia, a man sitting behind President Donald Trump mimicked the president's hand movements and mouthed his words. The man wore a black suit, white shirt, and pink tie, but his identity and whether he supports President Trump are unknown.
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The event took place at Wheeler High School in Marietta, Georgia.
The man copied President Trump's gestures and speech during the rally.
President Trump spoke about investment and American workers during the event.
The man’s identity has not been revealed.
It is not known if the man is a supporter of President Trump or not.
The footage showing the imitation was shared online.
The story is still developing with more updates expected.
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Senator Pauline Hanson criticized paid domestic violence leave and said family violence cases take police away from other crimes. She described the family law system as unfair to men and suggested it needs to be changed.
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Pauline Hanson called 10 days of paid domestic violence leave "ridiculous" and likened it to a "holiday."
Domestic violence leave was introduced in 2024, allowing victim-survivors up to $5,000 in financial support.
Hanson claimed family law favors women and disadvantages men, calling the system "broken."
She said domestic violence cases take up about 75% of police time, which affects their ability to handle other crimes.
Hanson described domestic violence as a "two-way street," saying women can also lose control.
She faced backlash for her comments, which she said were taken out of context by media and political opponents.
Hanson’s statements appeared in a 2025 podcast focused on fathers' views in family court matters.
She suggested the current focus on women’s rights in law comes without enough emphasis on responsibilities.
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The United States has conducted air strikes against Iran for the 12th consecutive night. Meanwhile, the US House of Representatives approved $95 billion in defense spending, and President Donald Trump is reportedly thinking about increasing military actions.
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The US has carried out air strikes in Iran for 12 nights straight.
President Donald Trump is considering expanding these military strikes.
The US House of Representatives approved $95 billion for war-related funding.
The military actions are part of ongoing tensions between the US and Iran.
The report was covered by Al Jazeera journalist Kimberly Halkett.
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Rachel Ohene-Adjei trained to become a nurse after her husband, Eric, died from Covid-19 in 2021. She graduated from nursing school but has not yet found a job due to fewer openings, and she remains determined to work in nursing to inspire her children.
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Eric Ohene-Adjei died in April 2021 after seven weeks in intensive care for Covid-19.
Rachel decided to become a nurse inspired by the care her husband received in the hospital.
She first completed GCSEs in maths and English, then nursing access courses, and finally earned a nursing degree.
Rachel graduated recently but faces a tough job market with many nursing graduates still without NHS jobs.
She applied for new nursing positions hoping to find employment in the second job application round.
Rachel juggled her studies while raising three children and managing family commitments.
She credits her family and friends for support through her studies and grief.
Her 13-year-old daughter is proud of her achievements after their family’s loss.
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A police officer, PC Alan Greer, was found to have committed multiple violent sexual attacks on women over at least 14 years before he died by suicide in May. The investigation began when a woman reported that Greer raped her in 2012 after responding to her call for help, leading to the discovery of more victims, including sex workers.
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Alan Greer was a police officer in Scotland who died by suicide in May.
His first known attack was in 2012 when he raped a woman in her home after attending her 999 call.
The victim reported the assault in late 2023, triggering a major anti-corruption inquiry.
Police identified eight more victims, five of whom were sex workers.
Greer used hundreds of prostitutes during his police career from 2009 until his death in 2024.
He worked in officer safety training and had 17 years of police service with no prior complaints.
Investigators found Greer monitored the 2012 victim’s file without justification, which helped identify him.
Police said colleagues and family were unaware of his crimes during his life.
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Senator Elizabeth Warren and other US lawmakers have asked Barclays Bank to explain how it managed the ties between its former CEO Jes Staley and Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. They want answers about the bank’s investigation and oversight, especially since Staley was banned from working in UK banking for hiding these connections.
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Senator Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to Barclays' chair demanding answers about Jes Staley’s links to Jeffrey Epstein.
Warren and other lawmakers gave Barclays two weeks to respond with details about the investigation.
Jes Staley was Barclays’ CEO from 2015 until 2021, when he stepped down amid regulator scrutiny.
Staley had a long relationship with Epstein, whom he met in 2000 while working at JP Morgan.
Barclays was accused of not properly investigating or verifying Staley’s statements about his Epstein ties.
The UK Financial Conduct Authority banned Staley from UK banking for downplaying his relationship with Epstein.
The investigation revealed Staley lost about £18 million in pay and bonuses due to the ban.
The US lawmakers emphasized the importance of strong management and accountability for banks operating in the US.
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A man named Darren Rosheski lost his partner, Helen Dutton, to bowel cancer after doctors failed to diagnose her in time. This case is part of a larger problem, as the NHS in England has paid out nearly £190 million in the last five years for cancer misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis claims.
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Helen Dutton showed cancer symptoms in 2016, but her GP diagnosed her with less serious conditions and did not order tests.
Two years later, a different GP referred her for tests that confirmed advanced stage 4 bowel cancer.
Helen received chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery, but the cancer returned and she died in 2021, aged 40.
Darren Rosheski sued the NHS and reached a financial settlement, but the NHS did not admit fault.
Since Helen’s death, her family has suffered mental health issues, including PTSD and grief.
The NHS in England paid out about £190 million from 870 claims related to late or wrong cancer diagnoses over five years.
Legal and compensation costs for these claims have increased from £32 million in 2020/21 to £41.3 million in 2024/25.
Medical negligence lawyers warn that many patients face delays in urgent cancer testing within the NHS.
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House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan has sent a letter to the Department of Justice (DOJ) asking them to consider charging special counsel Jack Smith with lying under oath. Jordan claims new DOJ records show Smith’s office accessed text messages from members of Congress, which Smith denied during his testimony.
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Jim Jordan, a Republican congressman, referred Jack Smith to the DOJ for possible prosecution for false statements in testimony.
Jordan alleges that Smith’s team accessed text messages from 44 members of Congress during investigations of President Donald Trump.
Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley supports Jordan’s claim, saying he has records proving text messages were reviewed.
Republicans argue that Smith’s testimony gave a false impression about not seeing privileged communications.
Democrat Jamie Raskin said the referral misrepresents the facts and defends Smith’s testimony.
A congressional referral is a request to the DOJ, not a criminal charge by itself.
Experts say this move is political and unlikely to lead to serious legal action against Smith.
Jack Smith has defended his investigations as lawful and proper.
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The U.S. Secret Service has investigated over 10,000 threats against people they protect in 2026. This number is 40% higher than last year, showing an increase in risky situations.
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The Secret Service opened more than 10,000 threat investigations in 2026.
This is a 40% rise compared to the previous year.
The director of the Secret Service is Sean Curran.
The increase in threats is described as very high and unusual.
The environment of protection has become more unstable and dangerous.
These threats are directed at individuals whom the Secret Service protects, such as government officials.
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The House Judiciary Committee, led by Chairman Jim Jordan, referred former special counsel Jack Smith to the Justice Department for criminal investigation. The referral accuses Smith of lying during his testimony before Congress in December 2025.
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Jim Jordan is the Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.
The committee claims Jack Smith made false statements intentionally in his December 17, 2025 deposition.
Jack Smith is a former special counsel for the Justice Department.
The referral was sent to acting Attorney General Todd Blanche for possible criminal action.
Smith's lawyers have not commented on the referral yet.
Top Democrat Jamie Raskin called the referral baseless and politically motivated.
Jack Smith had previously testified before the House Judiciary Committee on January 22, 2026.
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A Madison police officer shot and killed a man in his 30s after the man injured the officer with a knife while resisting arrest. The police chief said the shooting happened after the suspect tried to flee and that other video evidence will be reviewed. Protests followed the shooting, with community leaders calling for calm.
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The shooting occurred in a busy neighborhood near the Wisconsin state Capitol.
The man shot was not identified by police, but community advocates said he was Black.
The officer who fired was injured by the man with a knife and used a taser that did not stop the man.
The man died later at the hospital after being shot.
Police were responding to reports of someone trying to enter parked cars before the incident.
A cellphone video with three gunshots was shared online but does not show the full event.
Protests took place after the shooting, with chants and public concerns about police violence.
The police chief asked for calm and said they would work with community leaders to handle the situation.
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House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan referred Special Counsel Jack Smith to the Justice Department, accusing him of making false statements during congressional testimony. The referral is part of continued Republican efforts to examine Smith’s actions related to the investigations of President Donald Trump.
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Jim Jordan, a Republican and chair of the House Judiciary Committee, sent a criminal referral about Jack Smith to the Justice Department.
Jordan claims Smith lied about his team’s access to members' private text messages during testimony last year.
Jordan says new documents from the Justice Department show Smith’s statements were false.
Jack Smith was the special counsel who led federal criminal cases against President Trump, which ended after Trump won the 2024 election.
Democrats, including committee member Jamie Raskin, say the referral is baseless and say Smith told the truth during his testimony.
Raskin explains that communications between Congress members and the White House are preserved as presidential records, which may be why Republicans are upset.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was the recipient of Jordan’s referral; Blanche previously worked on Trump’s legal defense team.
Smith has not publicly responded to the referral as of the article’s publication.
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The Republican leader of the House Judiciary Committee, Rep. Jim Jordan, asked the Justice Department to investigate Jack Smith, the special counsel who charged President Trump, for allegedly lying to Congress. Democrats in the committee denied these claims, saying Smith answered questions honestly about phone records in an investigation linked to Trump’s actions after the 2020 election.
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Rep. Jim Jordan sent a criminal referral to the Justice Department to charge Jack Smith.
The referral concerns Smith’s testimony about obtaining phone records of Republican lawmakers.
Smith said his team only got “toll records,” which show call details but not message content.
The Justice Department recently revealed Smith’s team got text messages between Trump’s White House staff and members of Congress from the National Archives.
Jordan accused Smith of lying and hiding the subpoena related to those texts.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will decide if criminal charges should be filed.
House Judiciary Committee Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin called the referral baseless and defended Smith’s honesty.
The Justice Department confirmed it received the referral and will investigate any criminal conduct.
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R. James Woolsey, who was the director of the CIA during President Bill Clinton’s administration, has died at age 84. He passed away from a stroke at his home in Washington, D.C.
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R. James Woolsey served as CIA director under President Bill Clinton.
He had a short and challenging time in the role.
Woolsey died at age 84.
He died from a stroke.
His wife, Conchita Sarnoff Woolsey, shared the news with major newspapers.
He died at his home in Washington, D.C.
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Democrat Amish Shah won the primary for Arizona's 1st Congressional District and will face Republican Jay Feely in the general election. The district is a key battleground, with Shah beating Marlene Galán-Woods, the national Democrats' preferred candidate. Feely, endorsed by President Trump, won the Republican primary.
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Amish Shah, a Democrat and former state legislator, won the primary in Arizona's 1st District.
Shah will run against Republican Jay Feely in the general election.
Marlene Galán-Woods, supported by national Democrats, lost the Democratic primary to Shah.
The 1st District includes Scottsdale and nearby areas and is highly competitive.
The current GOP representative, David Schweikert, ran for governor but lost in the primary.
Jay Feely is an NFL veteran and former CBS Sports analyst.
President Trump endorsed Feely in the Republican primary and has supported him multiple times.
Galán-Woods had distanced herself from the Democratic Party’s left wing after recent progressive wins.
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A new Fox News poll shows that Democrats have a bigger lead over Republicans on voters’ trust in handling the economy than they have had in 20 years. The poll also finds President Donald Trump’s approval rating remains low, especially on economic issues, while many voters feel the economy will get worse in the next year.
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Democrats lead Republicans 54% to 45% on which party would do a better job on the economy.
This 9-point Democratic lead is the largest advantage since 2006.
President Trump’s approval rating on the economy is 33%, with 67% disapproving.
Overall, Trump’s approval rating stands at 39% approve and 61% disapprove.
54% of voters think the economy will worsen within the next year, while 45% think it will improve.
Some Republican voters report their finances have gotten worse during Trump’s current term.
The poll surveyed 1,003 registered voters between July 17-20, 2026, with a 3% margin of error.
Economic concerns such as inflation and cost of living remain top priorities for voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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The U.S. Secret Service reports a 40% rise in threats against the people it protects compared to last year. This increase has made it harder for agents to investigate all threats, especially ahead of the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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Threats to Secret Service protectees have increased by about 40% this year.
So far, the agency has recorded around 10,000 threat cases this year.
Mental health interventions related to these threats have increased ten times compared to last year.
These interventions include referrals and hospital commitments, both voluntary and involuntary.
The rise in threats is stretching Secret Service resources and time.
The spike in threats comes before the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Friday.
The original dinner was canceled after a shooting incident at the D.C. building where President Donald Trump was expected to speak.
The Secret Service protects not only the president but also Supreme Court justices, cabinet members, former presidents, presidential candidates, and visiting foreign leaders.
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Amish Shah has won the Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District, beating Marlene Galán-Woods. Shah’s win affects national Democrats because they had supported Galán-Woods, who changed from Republican to Democrat.
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Amish Shah is a former state representative in Arizona.
Marlene Galán-Woods was a broadcast journalist and former Republican who switched to the Democratic Party.
Galán-Woods was married to the late Arizona state attorney general Grant Woods.
Decision Desk HQ projected Shah as the winner of the Democratic primary.
The 1st Congressional District in Arizona is an open seat, meaning no current officeholder is running.
National Democratic leaders supported Galán-Woods in the primary.
Shah’s win is seen as a setback for national Democrats’ preferred candidate.
The race is part of the upcoming general election for Arizona’s U.S. House seat.
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