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Joe Root became the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket history with a century for England against India. England, led by Ben Stokes, finished the third day of the fourth Test match with an impressive score of 544-7 at Old Trafford, leading by 186 runs.
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Joe Root scored his 38th Test century, now having 13,409 Test runs in total.
Root surpassed Australian Ricky Ponting to become the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket.
England ended the third day of the fourth Test against India with a score of 544-7.
England leads the five-match series against India with a score of 2-1.
Ben Stokes, the England captain, was 77 not out despite briefly stopping due to cramp.
Ollie Pope scored 71 runs and shared a 144-run partnership with Root.
Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has the most Test runs with a total of 15,921.
England had a good opening partnership on the second day with Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett scoring 166 runs together.
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People in Gaza are facing severe hunger, with over 120 reported deaths from starvation, mainly affecting children. Meanwhile, France has announced it will officially recognize Palestine as a state, becoming the first of the major industrial nations known as the G7 to take this step.
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A severe hunger crisis is affecting Gaza.
Over 120 people, mostly children, have died from starvation in Gaza.
Gaza is experiencing a worsening humanitarian situation.
Ceasefire talks meant to ease tensions are currently not progressing.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will officially recognize Palestine as a state.
France is the first G7 country to recognize Palestine in this manner.
The G7 is a group of seven major advanced economies.
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A U.S. Justice Department official met with Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's associate, over two days to discuss information she may have regarding Epstein’s activities. Maxwell, currently serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking, answered all questions during the meeting. President Trump stated he has not considered clemency for Maxwell, despite being asked.
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Ghislaine Maxwell is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.
A senior U.S. justice official, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, met with Maxwell for discussions.
Maxwell answered all questions honestly during these meetings.
There were no promises or requests made in exchange for her testimony.
President Trump was asked about granting clemency to Maxwell and said he has not thought about it.
The meetings focused on Maxwell’s knowledge of Epstein’s activities and associated individuals.
Public interest in Maxwell and Epstein has increased, partly due to political discussions surrounding the release of related files.
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is thinking about different options instead of agreeing to ceasefire talks with Hamas. European diplomats are trying to restart talks with Iran about controlling its nuclear program. Ghislaine Maxwell finished her questioning while the Justice Department faced criticism about hiding parts of Jeffrey Epstein's dealings with President Trump.
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering other options besides a ceasefire with Hamas.
European diplomats are working to start negotiations again with Iran about its nuclear program.
These talks aim to control how Iran develops nuclear energy, which could include making nuclear weapons.
Ghislaine Maxwell has completed her questioning in a legal setting.
The Justice Department is responding to criticism that it's hiding information about Jeffrey Epstein's interactions with President Trump.
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More than 220 Members of Parliament (MPs) in the UK have asked Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to recognize a Palestinian state. These MPs believe that such recognition would promote peace in the region. Sir Keir Starmer stated that any recognition should be part of a larger plan for lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
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Over 220 UK MPs from nine political parties signed a letter asking for the recognition of a Palestinian state.
More than half of the MPs who signed are from the Labour party.
The letter suggests that recognizing Palestine would support the idea of a two-state solution.
France has already committed to recognizing a Palestinian state within months.
Sir Keir Starmer emphasized that any recognition must be part of a broader peace plan.
A joint statement by the UK, France, and Germany supported an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and emphasized security for both Palestinians and Israelis.
The UN reported that over 1,000 Palestinians have died trying to get food aid in the last two months.
Israel denies targeting civilians and attributes malnutrition issues to Hamas.
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A report from the UN's food aid program highlights that almost one-third of people in Gaza are going without food for days. The World Food Programme states that many women and children urgently need help due to rising malnutrition. Various international voices have called for Israel to allow more aid into Gaza, amid ongoing conflicts and attempts at negotiations.
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Nearly one in three people in Gaza are not eating for days, according to the UN.
There are 90,000 women and children in Gaza who need urgent treatment for malnutrition.
Nine deaths from malnutrition were recently reported, bringing the total to 122 since the conflict started.
Israel controls entry of supplies into Gaza and claims there are no restrictions on aid.
Some countries like Germany, France, and the UK are asking Israel to lift aid restrictions quickly.
The UN and various international leaders express concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
A retired US security contractor claimed to witness war crimes in Gaza, but his claims were denied by the involved foundation.
Negotiations for a new ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza remain uncertain amid withdrawal of some teams and diplomatic comments by US officials.
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More than 200 UK lawmakers have called on the British government to recognize Palestine as a state. This comes during ongoing conflict in Gaza and just before a United Nations conference on Palestine. French President Macron also announced France's plan to recognize Palestine at the UN in September.
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221 UK lawmakers from nine political parties signed a letter asking the government to recognize a Palestinian state.
The request is timed ahead of a United Nations conference on Palestine.
French President Macron plans for France to recognize Palestine at the UN in September.
Prime Minister Starmer has not committed to recognizing Palestine but is working on a peace plan for the region.
The call for recognition comes during a humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to ongoing conflict and blockade by Israel.
Reports indicate the conflict in Gaza has led to significant casualties and severe malnutrition among Palestinian children.
Recognition by the UK is seen as impactful due to its historical ties and UN Security Council membership.
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France's top court upheld some of Bashar Assad’s immunity as a former head of state but said new arrest warrants could be issued for war crimes. This ruling disappointed some human rights advocates who wanted the immunity lifted, but it opens the possibility for future legal action.
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France's highest court upheld some immunity for Bashar Assad, Syria's former leader.
Assad is no longer in power, which means new arrest warrants could be possible.
The court’s decision disappointed Syrian activists and human rights lawyers.
International law currently protects sitting leaders from being prosecuted in foreign countries for war crimes.
Assad has denied involvement in chemical attacks in Syria during his rule.
The court allowed the prosecution of a former Syrian finance minister, highlighting a legal path against former officials.
Assad has been in exile in Russia without legal representation for these charges.
Syria's civil war, starting in 2011, has resulted in over 500,000 deaths and displaced millions.
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Artist Ruth Asawa's work is being showcased in a major traveling exhibition. The exhibition highlights both her artistic creations and her remarkable life.
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Ruth Asawa was an artist who passed away in 2013.
A major traveling exhibition is displaying her work.
The exhibition also celebrates her life story.
The exhibition is part of a series called CANVAS.
Jeffrey Brown, a senior arts correspondent, reported on this event.
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An 18-month-old baby named Mohammed in Gaza is suffering from malnutrition, weighing only 6 kg. His mother, Hedaya al-Muta'wi, struggles to provide for him after losing her husband in the war.
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Mohammed, a baby in Gaza, suffers from malnutrition.
He weighs 6 kg and cannot stand or sit up.
Hedaya al-Muta'wi is Mohammed’s mother.
Mohammed’s father died in the war.
Hedaya is the sole caretaker and struggles to provide for Mohammed.
She works to get baby formula for her son.
The news is related to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict.
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Lori Vallow Daybell was sentenced to life in prison in Arizona for conspiring to murder her estranged husband, Charles Vallow, and her niece’s ex-husband, Brandon Boudreaux. She is also serving life sentences in Idaho for the murders of her two children and a romantic rival. The court rejected her claims of unfair trials, emphasizing her disregard for human life.
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Lori Vallow Daybell received another life sentence in Arizona for murder conspiracy charges.
She is already serving life sentences in Idaho for killing her two youngest children and a romantic rival.
Vallow Daybell claimed people in her life were possessed by evil spirits.
A judge said she showed a "blatant disregard for humanity" and should never be released.
Authorities say she was motivated by financial gain, including a $1 million life insurance policy.
Her co-conspirator and brother, Alex Cox, admitted to killing Charles Vallow in 2019.
Vallow Daybell represented herself in the Arizona trials without being a lawyer.
Family members of the victims expressed anger and grief, calling her "evil" and "greedy."
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The United States and Canada are having trouble reaching a new trade agreement. US President Donald Trump set a deadline and warned of imposing high taxes on Canadian imports if no deal is made. Canada is unwilling to rush into a poor agreement.
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Trump does not expect to make a trade deal with Canada by the 1 August deadline.
He suggested that Canada might only face tariffs instead of negotiating a deal.
Canada refused to accept a bad deal and wants to negotiate carefully.
If no deal is made by 1 August, US importers could face a 35% tax on Canadian goods.
Existing agreements under a North American trade deal are not affected by new tariffs.
Trump has already set tariffs on steel, aluminum, and cars from Canada.
Canada sends most of its goods to the US, making these tariffs impactful.
Negotiators from both countries are still working but think a deal might not happen soon.
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The global football players' union, FIFPRO, criticized FIFA and its President Gianni Infantino for leadership that they argue harms player rights. FIFPRO claims FIFA's decision-making, such as scheduling too many games without consulting players, affects player health and ignores their basic needs.
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FIFPRO represents football players' interests globally.
FIFPRO accused FIFA of autocratic leadership and harming player rights.
FIFA held meetings with unofficial player representatives before the Club World Cup.
A complaint against FIFA's governance was filed with the European Commission.
FIFPRO criticized FIFA for an overloaded match calendar and poor playing conditions.
Players reported health issues during the Club World Cup due to extreme conditions.
FIFPRO claims FIFA's policies prioritize commercial interests over player well-being.
FIFPRO has not renewed a formal agreement with FIFA since 2023.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maldives and offered a $565 million credit line to support the country's development. The visit focused on strengthening ties between India and the Maldives, competing with Chinese influence. Discussions included free trade talks, development projects, and security cooperation.
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Prime Minister Modi announced a $565 million credit line for the Maldives.
The credit line focuses on infrastructure projects important to the Maldivian people.
Modi's visit included starting free trade talks with the Maldives.
India aims to strengthen its development partnership with the Maldives, competing with China.
Modi stated India would remain the Maldives' "first responder" for support and defense.
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu previously moved closer to China but has since improved relations with India.
India recently helped the Maldives prevent a debt default.
Modi attended the Maldives' 60th Independence Day and participated in the airport expansion ceremony remotely.
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President Donald Trump said Hamas is not agreeing to a truce in Gaza because of concerns about what might happen after Israeli captives are released. Talks for a 60-day ceasefire involving Qatar and Egypt as mediators have stalled, with Israel and the US stepping back from negotiations and blaming Hamas. Meanwhile, the situation in Gaza remains critical due to continued Israeli blockade, with international voices condemning the humanitarian crisis.
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President Trump stated Hamas avoids a truce over concerns about post-captive release consequences.
A proposed 60-day ceasefire was discussed, aiming to release 10 Israeli captives and pause hostilities.
Talks were mediated by Qatar and Egypt but have resulted in little progress.
The US and Israel blame Hamas for the breakdown of negotiations.
Israeli officials plan to return to military action, with discussions of relocating Palestinians.
Human rights experts highlight forced relocations under threat as problematic.
The Israeli blockade continues, significantly impacting Gaza's access to aid and supplies.
International criticism, including from Canada and France, addresses the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba from Inter Miami did not face penalties for missing the MLS All-Star Game. Their coach, Javier Mascherano, explained they missed the game due to tiredness from playing many matches recently, and they are expected to play in the upcoming game against FC Cincinnati.
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Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba skipped the MLS All-Star Game.
Inter Miami's coach confirmed they were not penalized for missing the game.
Normally, players can be suspended for skipping the game without a medical reason.
Coach Mascherano mentioned both players were tired from playing many games.
Messi and Alba are expected to play against FC Cincinnati if they are fit.
Messi has scored 18 goals and made 10 assists in 17 MLS matches this season.
Alba has scored one goal and made eight assists in 18 MLS matches.
Messi and Alba have both participated in other tournaments this year.
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Activists and human rights groups have criticized President Donald Trump for deporting five men from different countries to Eswatini, Africa. These deportations are part of a strategy to send people to other countries if their home countries refuse them. The men deported had been convicted of serious crimes in the United States.
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Five deported men arrived in Eswatini from the United States.
The men come from Vietnam, Jamaica, Laos, Cuba, and Yemen.
They were all convicted of serious crimes, including child rape and murder.
Eswatini is one of the African countries where the US sends deported people.
The US Supreme Court allowed these deportations to third countries.
There is a reported agreement between the US and Eswatini regarding these deportations.
Eswatini plans to work with the US and an international organization to eventually send these men to their home countries.
Some African countries might accept deported individuals to maintain good relations with the US.
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The U.S. Education Department will release over $5 billion in previously held education grant funds to states. These funds were initially frozen by the Trump administration for further review, creating challenges for school districts as they planned for the upcoming school year.
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The Education Department will release more than $5 billion in education grants to states.
These grants were frozen by the Trump administration in late June for a review.
The freeze happened just before the traditional July 1 disbursement deadline.
Lawmakers from both political parties pushed for the release due to financial pressures on states and communities.
24 states sued the administration to unfreeze the funds.
The grants support various programs, including migrant education and English language learning.
The largest portion, about $2.2 billion, is meant for professional development for teachers.
The administration's proposed budget for FY 2026 initially suggested cutting these frozen grants.
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Tulsi Gabbard, the US National Intelligence Director, claimed that former President Barack Obama and his officials plotted to falsely accuse Russia of helping Trump in the 2016 election. Gabbard released a report she claims supports her allegations, but experts and previously declassified documents do not show evidence of wrongdoing by Obama.
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Tulsi Gabbard accused Barack Obama of creating a false narrative about Russian interference in the 2016 election.
Gabbard presented a declassified report from 2020 that she claims proves her accusations.
The report was led by Republicans and examined US intelligence reports on Russia's actions in the election.
Experts and previous investigations have not found evidence implicating Obama in illegal activities.
Several US investigations have confirmed Russian interference in the 2016 election.
The situation arises as there is pressure from the Trump-supporting MAGA base to release information about Jeffrey Epstein.
Gabbard has referred Obama to the Department of Justice for potential criminal charges.
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President Trump suggested that Israel should intensify its actions against Hamas after talks for a Gaza ceasefire fell apart. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening, with Palestinians facing starvation, while ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas have stalled despite recent progress.
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President Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and urged an escalation against Hamas.
Humanitarian conditions in Gaza are severe, with increasing reports of starvation, especially among children.
Israel and the U.S. are considering new strategies to handle the hostage situation, as they believe Hamas is not negotiating in good faith.
Israel has been targeting Hamas militants for nearly two years but has not reached a long-term solution.
Recent indirect negotiations in Doha have stalled despite initial progress.
Israel has agreed to allow aid, including food, into Gaza despite its government denying starvation reports.
International leaders from the U.K., Germany, and France are engaged in discussions to address the conflict.
Qatari and Egyptian mediators are hopeful to resume negotiations soon.
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