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Mural of Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers on chip shop in Quinton becomes local sensation
Artist Dion Kitson created a giant mural of footballers Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers on a fish and chip shop in Quinton, sparking huge interest and boosting the shop's business.
The Guardian World · 14 Jul, 21:37
Iranian political scientist: Now in Iran everyone understands that the US did not seek a settlement
The US-Iran conflict has escalated again, with continued missile and drone strikes. Washington threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran accuses the US of trying to bargain for better terms in negotiations.
ERR (rus) · 14 Jul, 21:36
War, talks, repeat: How to break the cycle between US and Iran?
The 60-day ceasefire signed by the US and Iran three weeks ago fell apart on July 8, highlighting a recurring cycle of conflict and diplomacy that has long characterized their relations.
France 24 · 14 Jul, 21:36
Trump sees nothing criminal in Senator Graham's death
US President Donald Trump stated he sees no criminal circumstances in the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, criticizing the FBI's involvement as a waste of time.
Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 21:36
France celebrates Bastille Day with massive parade; Latvian soldiers participate
France held its largest-ever national day parade on July 14, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as guest of honor, and Latvian soldiers marching alongside.
LSM · 14 Jul, 21:36
Trump Drops Plan for 20% Fee on Hormuz Shipping, Shifts to Gulf Trade Deals
President Trump reversed his threat of a 20% fee on all cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, announcing instead trade and investment deals with Gulf states, as the U.S. prepares to reimpose a naval blockade on Iranian ports.
BBC World · 14 Jul, 20:38
Russian rock band frontman denounces war in Ukraine on stage; management claims he was drugged
Gleb Viktorov, frontman of Tri Dnya Dozhdya, made anti-war statements during a concert in Yekaterinburg, saying friends are being killed and criticizing the term 'special military operation'. He was hospitalized afterward; his management claims he was drugged by strangers.
Meduza · 14 Jul, 20:37
Trump Drops Plan for 20% Fee on Hormuz Strait, Replaces with Trade Deals
US President Donald Trump has abandoned his proposal to impose a 20% fee on vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz, replacing it with trade and investment agreements with Persian Gulf states. Meanwhile, the US has reinstated a blockade of Iranian ports.
Delfi · 14 Jul, 20:37
ICE pauses vehicle stops after deadly shootings in Texas and Maine
U.S. immigration officials have been instructed to halt vehicle stops until further notice following two fatal incidents in which immigration officers shot people in cars.
The Guardian World · 14 Jul, 20:37
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Trump backs down from 20% fee on Hormuz Strait; replaces with trade deals
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Tuesday he will not impose a planned 20% fee on cargo traversing the Strait of Hormuz, instead opting to sign trade and investment agreements with Persian Gulf states.
Apollo.lv · 14 Jul, 20:37
Polish man assaults passerby in Łódź, mistaking him for Ukrainian
Police in Łódź are searching for a man who fractured a passerby's nose and jaw after hitting him twice in the head, believing him to be Ukrainian.
Euromaidan Press · 14 Jul, 20:37
Fontainebleau Forest Fire: 'My Heart Is on Fire' as Community Reels
A wildfire in France's iconic Fontainebleau forest has scorched approximately 2,050 hectares since Sunday, forcing 1,000 people to evacuate. Two individuals, including an 18-year-old, have been arrested on suspicion of arson. Firefighters are battling the blaze with air support, hoping to control it by Tuesday.
France 24 · 14 Jul, 20:37
Sudan faces worsening hunger crisis due to war and Hormuz disruption
The UN World Food Programme warns that Sudan's hunger crisis is deepening because of ongoing conflict, funding cuts, and fertilizer supply disruptions caused by the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera · 14 Jul, 20:36
European Commission criticizes Trump administration's pressure on ICC
The European Commission voiced firm support for the International Criminal Court, criticizing US administration claims that the court threatens US sovereignty.
Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 20:36
Mexico launches legal action in US over deaths of its citizens in ICE custody
Mexico has filed complaints with US state prosecutors over the deaths of 17 of its nationals in immigration detention and enforcement operations, and sent cease-and-desist letters to detention centers, marking its strongest response yet to Trump’s immigration crackdown.
Al Jazeera · 14 Jul, 19:37
Trump pays writer E Jean Carroll $5m in damages over sexual abuse and defamation
US President Donald Trump has paid writer E Jean Carroll more than $5 million in damages after a 2023 jury found him liable for sexual abuse and defamation.
BBC World · 14 Jul, 19:36
Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region injure eight people
Russian forces launched nearly 50 attacks on Dnipropetrovsk region on July 14, wounding eight people.
Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 19:36
U.S. Treasury sanctions on a VPN service knocked out Telegram’s short-link domain worldwide
U.S. Treasury sanctions against VPN provider First VPN Service caused a global outage of Telegram's t.me domain on July 14, which was restored after several hours.
Meduza · 14 Jul, 19:36
E. Jean Carroll receives $5.6 million owed by Trump after court releases damages
A Manhattan federal court has released more than $5.6 million that Donald Trump owes E. Jean Carroll from her successful 2023 sexual abuse and defamation trial. The disbursement was made on July 9, one day after Judge Lewis Kaplan ordered the release.
The Guardian World · 14 Jul, 18:38
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British police investigate politician's murder as terrorism
British police have announced that the murder of conservative politician Ann Widdecombe is being investigated as a terrorist act. A 28-year-old man initially arrested on suspicion of murder has been rearrested on suspicion of a terrorism offense.
Apollo.lv · 14 Jul, 18:37
Senior Houthi threatens 'siege' on Saudi Arabia after Sanaa airport attack
Mohammed al-Bukhaiti, a senior Houthi official, warns of retaliation against Saudi Arabia for an attack on Sanaa International Airport, including a potential blockade and closure of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, raising fears of a return to all-out war in Yemen.
Al Jazeera · 14 Jul, 18:37
Border Controls between Spain and Gibraltar Lifted
Border controls between Spain and Gibraltar will be removed from Wednesday, easing daily travel for thousands of workers.
Jauns.lv · 14 Jul, 18:37
France’s Rafale F4 tests drone with NAMIB system for radar detection
Dassault and Harmattan AI announced that the Rafale F4 fighter successfully controlled a drone equipped with the new NAMIB system, which detected a simulated enemy radar dozens of kilometers away.
Euromaidan Press · 14 Jul, 18:36
Ukrainian Parliament Supports Decriminalization of Adult Pornography in First Reading
On July 14, 2026, Ukraine's parliament approved in first reading a bill that strengthens penalties for child pornography and decriminalizes adult content. Author Tamara Zlobina warns of potential social harm and calls for careful safeguards.
Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 18:36
Ukraine’s outgoing prime minister declined the offer to become ambassador to the US: ‘Go to hell’
Yulia Svyrydenko, who is set to resign as Ukraine’s prime minister, rejected an offer to become ambassador to Washington, reportedly responding with ‘Go to hell,’ according to Ukrainska Pravda.
Meduza · 14 Jul, 18:36
US plans 20% toll on Strait of Hormuz shipping; experts call it 'piracy'
President Donald Trump announced the US will reinstate a naval blockade of Iran and charge a 20% toll on all cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a move criticized by experts and international bodies as violating international law.
Al Jazeera · 14 Jul, 17:37
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Bulgaria Leaves Good Will Coalition for Ukraine Support
Bulgarian politician Radev's coalition announced withdrawal from the Good Will Coalition, opposing continued military aid to Ukraine.
Apollo.lv · 14 Jul, 17:37
State of Emergency Declared in Parts of Sverdlovsk Region Over Severe Storms and Flooding
Heavy rains and thunderstorms have caused widespread flooding in Russia's Sverdlovsk region, leaving over 10,000 people without power and prompting evacuations.
The Moscow Times · 14 Jul, 17:36
Spanish court convicts Sánchez’s brother, heightening PM’s clash with judiciary
A Spanish court ruled that officials unfairly gave a public job to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's brother, sentencing him to a nine-year ban from holding public office, intensifying tensions between the government and the judiciary.
Politico Europe · 14 Jul, 16:37
Turkish Foreign Minister to Visit Ukraine on Wednesday
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Ukraine on Wednesday, announced Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha. The visit follows Ukraine's ratification of the free trade agreement between the two countries.
Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 16:37
Estonia-Ukraine Defense Deal Implementation Starts Immediately
Estonia and Ukraine have signed a broad defense cooperation agreement that goes beyond drones, allowing Ukrainian companies to produce in Estonia and giving Estonia access to battle-tested Ukrainian technology. Implementation begins immediately, with over ten Ukrainian firms ready to relocate production.
ERR News · 14 Jul, 16:37
EU, UK sign Gibraltar status treaty easing border checks
The United Kingdom and the European Union on Tuesday formally signed a treaty on the status of Gibraltar, aimed at easing border crossings between Gibraltar and Spain and ending years of political uncertainty.
France 24 · 14 Jul, 16:37
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OECD report reveals impact of low literacy and numeracy on quality of life
The OECD report published in early July provides the most detailed insight into how weak basic skills affect people's work, health, and daily life, allowing comparison between member countries.
TVNET · 14 Jul, 16:36
Experts Doubt Trump’s Plan to Collect Fees from Ships in the Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump's plan to impose fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz is considered unrealistic by experts. Meanwhile, the US and Iran have launched new attacks against each other to gain control over this strategically vital waterway, undermining hopes for ending the war.
LSM · 14 Jul, 16:36
World leaders flock to Qatar to pay respects to late Father Emir
Over three days, dignitaries from across the globe are visiting Qatar to mourn former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at 74.
Al Jazeera · 14 Jul, 16:36
Bulgaria withdraws from Ukraine support coalition
Bulgaria's pro-Russian Prime Minister announced the country's withdrawal from the Good Will Coalition, which coordinates international support for Ukraine.
Delfi · 14 Jul, 16:36