The Guardian

Monaco explosion injures three and triggers police hunt

Two people said to be in critical condition after CCTV shows man dropping backpack at residential building lobbyAn explosion in Monaco has triggered a police hunt for a man suspected of detonating a makeshift bomb that wounded three people.The blast occurred on Monday evening in the semi-enclave famous for casinos and superyachts, French media reported. Continue reading...

general  Jun 29, 2026

The Guardian

San Francisco archdiocese to pay $395m to settle over 500 child sexual abuse claims

Settlement requires archbishop to write apology letter to each survivor and implement child protection reformsThe San Francisco Catholic archdiocese has agreed to pay $395m to settle more than 500 lawsuits alleging child sexual abuse by church officials, plaintiffs’ attorneys said Monday.Salvatore Cordileone, the San Francisco archbishop, will have to write an apology letter to each survivor as part of the settlement. Continue reading...

general  Jun 29, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | Trump’s Nuclear Renaissance Is Stalling

The administration is chasing unproven technology when it could encourage Wall Street investment in large-scale reactors.

general  Jun 29, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | Rubio Holds the Line on Hezbollah

A framework to keep the Israelis and Lebanese in and the Iranians out.

general  Jun 29, 2026

NY Times World

In Peru’s Presidential Election, Keiko Fujimori Gives the Right in Latin America Another Win

Keiko Fujimori, a daughter of the former strongman Alberto Fujimori, returns her family’s movement to power, but with a narrow victory in a divided country.

general  Jun 29, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | The Russian Reckoning

The Ukraine war, less oil revenue and restive ex-Soviet republics all shrink Moscow’s sway.

general  Jun 29, 2026

The Guardian

Offenders in England and Wales who kill current or ex-partners face 10 more years in prison

Increase comes after seven-year campaign by mothers of victims for a change in the minimum sentence for domestic murderOffenders who kill their current or ex-partner face spending an extra 10 years behind bars, with a new minimum sentence of 25 years in England and Wales, under plans announced by David Lammy.The increase, announced by the justice secretary on Monday, comes after a seven-year campaign by mothers of victims for a change in the minimum sentence for domestic murder. Continue reading

general  Jun 29, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | Air Conditioning, Scourge of the French Left

Heat waves kill thousands in Europe, but politicians resist the relief Americans can take for granted.

general  Jun 29, 2026

BBC World

'No one move!': The agonising silence as Venezuela rescuers listen for survivors

With tens of thousands of people still believed missing, teams listen for signs of life beneath the rubble.

general  Jun 29, 2026

BBC World

Osaka 'pays love and respect to Japan' in Wimbledon kimono

Naomi Osaka has long been renowned for dazzling crowds with her on-court outfits - but making that compatible with Wimbledon's all-white dress code required special inspiration.

general  Jun 29, 2026

NY Times World

What the U.S. Owes Venezuela

Expectations are rising over the role the Trump administration could play in helping after two devastating quakes.

general  Jun 29, 2026

BBC World

One big win and three defeats for Trump in dramatic day at Supreme Court

While Trump celebrated a ruling expanding presidential power to remove and replace regulators, other decisions were major setbacks.

general  Jun 29, 2026

The Guardian

Officials release names of three firefighters killed in Colorado wildfire

Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson and Sydney Watson killed working to contain raging fires on Utah-Colorado borderThe US Department of Interior on Monday released the names of three firefighters who were killed while working to contain wildfires along the Utah-Colorado border.Two other firefighters who were part of the specialized helicopter-deployed crew were also injured in the blaze, although authorities did not identify them. Continue reading...

general  Jun 29, 2026

NY Times World

Abdul Ahad Momand, Only Afghan to Fly in Space, Is Dead

A pilot in the Afghan Air Force, he was recruited for the Soviet space program. His 1988 flight took place as the Soviets were fighting a war in his country.

general  Jun 29, 2026

NY Times World

Efforts to Rescue Venezuela Quake Victims Grow More Desperate

The death toll has risen to over 1,700, which is likely an undercount.

general  Jun 29, 2026

The Guardian

Australia politics live: Anthony Albanese says tax reforms ‘make system fairer’ and backs Paul Hogan on Pauline Hanson

The prime minister tells 7.30 the housing market was ‘broken’. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe prime minister says he “doesn’t want to live in a society that’s defined by intergenerational inequity” after clearance rates fell below 50% in most major capital cities in the wake of the government’s housing reforms.Appearing on ABC’s 7.30 program on Monday evening, Anthony Albanese pushed back at criticism that a post-budget fall in housing pric

general  Jun 29, 2026

BBC World

The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase died of Aids

Substance abuse was listed as another significant condition the former child star was experiencing.

general  Jun 29, 2026

BBC World

Aftershock frays nerves as many Venezuelans left to fend for themselves

In devastated areas people are using crowbars, pickaxes and their bare hands to try to reach survivors.

general  Jun 29, 2026

NY Times World

Efforts to Rescue Venezuela Quake Victims Grow More Desperate

The death toll has risen to over 1,700, which is likely an undercount.

general  Jun 29, 2026

The Guardian

Maddy Cusack’s father tells inquest she was dismayed at Sheffield United manager’s return

Jonathan Morgan claims he provided player welfareDoctor says Maddy feared mental health stigmaThe most significant cause of the deterioration of the late Sheffield United footballer Maddy Cusack’s mental health was the behaviour of Jonathan Morgan, the team’s manager at the time, her father, David Cusack, has told an inquest.During a tense exchange with David Cusack, Morgan, who is representing himself at the inquest, accused the player’s father of relying on hearsay to form his opinion of him.

general  Jun 29, 2026