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Over 100 Doctors Penalized in Turkey for Performing C-Sections

Turkey is cracking down on high C-section rates by punishing birth specialists. More than 100 doctors have received warnings or disciplinary actions, according to medical organizations.

Delfi · 11 Jul, 19:37

Iran and US escalate rhetoric over Hormuz shipping

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed revenge for his father's assassination, while US President Donald Trump threatened to 'decimate' Iran. Both sides continue mediated talks amid heightened tensions over control of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 19:37

Cuba hit by second islandwide blackout this week

On Friday, Cuba experienced its second nationwide blackout this week, caused by a deteriorating power grid and fuel shortages resulting from the U.S. energy blockade.

France 24 · 11 Jul, 19:36

Videos Reveal Aggressive Driving by ICE Agents Before Killing in Houston

Surveillance footage obtained by The Times shows ICE agents driving aggressively in unmarked vehicles, but the moment of the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo remains unclear.

The New York Times · 11 Jul, 19:36

Turkey Punishes Obstetricians for Excessive C-Sections

Turkey's Health Ministry has penalized over 100 obstetricians for performing too many C-sections, as the country has the highest rate among OECD members.

TVNET · 11 Jul, 19:36

Warm weather with isolated showers and thunderstorms expected in Ukraine on Sunday

On Sunday, July 12, Ukraine will experience warm weather with brief rains and thunderstorms, daytime temperatures reaching +20...+28°C.

Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 19:36

Poland and Ukraine commemorate Volhynia massacre's Bloody Sunday

Poland and Ukraine mark July 11, 1943, when the Ukrainian Insurgent Army began mass killings of Polish civilians in Volhynia, resulting in up to 100,000 victims.

LSM · 11 Jul, 19:36

President Trump allows landmark housing bill to become law without signature

A major US housing bill became law on Friday without President Donald Trump's signature, as he protested Congress's failure to pass a voter ID law.

BBC World · 11 Jul, 18:37

Power cuts cripple Gaza hospitals as Israeli attacks continue

Regular power outages in Gaza have rendered hospitals semi-functional, affecting thousands of patients and medical staff, as Israeli attacks persist.

Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 18:37

Ukrainian ambassador to Poland honours Volyn tragedy victims at Warsaw memorial

Ukraine's ambassador to Poland, Vasyl Bodnar, laid a wreath at the Volyn tragedy memorial in Warsaw on 11 July, calling for joint remembrance and a shared future based on truth.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 11 Jul, 18:37

Wildfire in Southern Spain Kills 12, Over 20 Still Missing

A wildfire in southern Spain has killed 12 people, with more than 20 still missing, in one of the deadliest fires in the country's history. Most of the confirmed victims are from Britain or Belgium.

The New York Times · 11 Jul, 18:37

Hunter Biden wins $1.7M in defamation suit against former Overstock.com CEO

A federal judge awarded Hunter Biden $1.7 million in punitive damages in a defamation lawsuit against Patrick Byrne over false claims that Biden sought a bribe from Iran.

The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 18:37

New bridge between Canada and US to open despite Trump’s earlier threats

The Gordie Howe International Bridge will open on July 27, connecting Windsor and Detroit, after President Trump initially threatened to block it.

TVNET · 11 Jul, 18:36

Launch of Trump AI promotion program underwhelms

The Trump administration's new AI program has not met expectations as it struggles to balance global dominance with security restrictions.

Politico Europe · 11 Jul, 18:36

Russian forces attack Chernihiv with drones, one wounded

Russian troops attacked Chernihiv with drones on Saturday afternoon, wounding a 56-year-old man. Private houses were damaged.

Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 18:36

US Proposes Rules That Could Make Scientists' Work Much Harder

New OMB regulations may undermine peer review and international collaboration, while NSF shifts funding toward private sector.

The Guardian Science · 11 Jul, 17:37

Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over new Air Force One reporting

The US Justice Department has subpoenaed several New York Times journalists to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan after the newspaper reported on security flaws in the new Air Force One jet, a $400 million gift from Qatar.

The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 17:37

Nigerian army frees 44 kidnapped pupils and teachers

Nigeria's military has freed all 44 pupils and teachers abducted two months ago from schools in Oyo state. Several soldiers died in the rescue mission, and the freed captives are now receiving medical treatment.

BBC World · 11 Jul, 17:37

Polish Defense Minister in Volyn Speaks of Reconciliation

Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, speaking in Volyn on the Day of Remembrance of the Volyn tragedy, called for reconciliation and warned against a spiral of hatred.

Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 17:37

US Issues Ultimatum to Iran; Iranian Foreign Minister Travels to Oman for Talks

After a ceasefire collapse, the US launched new strikes on Iran and demanded a halt to attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz by Saturday. Iran's foreign minister has gone to Oman for diplomatic talks, while US President Trump threatens to completely destroy Iran if any attempt is made on his life.

Politico Europe · 11 Jul, 17:37

UK police free suspect in ex-MP Ann Widdecombe murder investigation

Police have released a man arrested on suspicion of murdering former MP Ann Widdecombe, revealing that the attack occurred a day before her body was found.

Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 17:36

Yemen: Renewed Clashes, Airport Dispute, and Stalled Prisoner Swap Deal Raise Tensions

Recent weeks have seen a surge in violence in Yemen, with Houthi attacks on government forces, tribal unrest, a dispute over Iranian flights to Sanaa airport, and a frozen prisoner exchange agreement, threatening the fragile truce.

Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 16:37

Probation hostels in England and Wales forced to shut after staffing crisis

Nearly one in ten probation hostels for the most dangerous offenders in England and Wales have closed due to staffing shortages, raising public safety concerns as the government prepares early prisoner releases.

The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 16:37

Speedboat Carrying Tourists Capsizes in Vietnam

A speedboat carrying 36 people capsized near Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam. 15 people died, and the others were rescued.

The New York Times · 11 Jul, 16:37

US pays out $3m to victims of mystery Havana Syndrome condition reported by spies

The US Department of Defence has paid $3 million in compensation under the Havana Act to victims of Havana Syndrome, a mysterious illness affecting diplomats and intelligence personnel.

BBC World · 11 Jul, 16:37

US Senator Graham visits Ukrainian drone production facility

During his visit to Ukraine, US Senator Lindsey Graham toured the SkyFall drone manufacturing plant, observed advanced drone models, and emphasized the importance of US-Ukraine cooperation in drone technology.

Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 16:36

UK Investigates Murder of Former Politician; Previously Detained Man Released

British police are treating the death of Anne Widecombe, a 78-year-old former minister and MP, as murder. A 26-year-old man initially detained has been released and is no longer a suspect.

LSM · 11 Jul, 16:36

Drones for shark monitoring: do they actually make beaches safer?

Experts caution that drones have limited utility for shark surveillance, and the rise in sightings may stem from increased monitoring rather than a real increase in shark numbers near shore.

The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 15:37

Suspected Arson on Railway Line Between Düsseldorf and Cologne in Germany

German authorities are investigating a fire next to railway tracks that may have been intentionally set. The fire damaged signal cables, causing major train disruptions.

TVNET · 11 Jul, 15:37

China braces for second typhoon in a week as Bavi nears landfall

Typhoon Bavi, which has already caused damage in Japan and the Philippines, is expected to hit China's eastern coast on Sunday morning, prompting mass evacuations.

BBC World · 11 Jul, 15:37

Estonian intelligence chief: Russia steps up information war after Ukrainian strikes

Colonel Ants Kiviselg, head of the Estonian Defence Forces Intelligence Centre, says Russia has intensified its information warfare against the West, including threats and demagoguery, in response to successful Ukrainian attacks on its oil refineries and infrastructure.

Apollo.lv · 11 Jul, 15:37

Typhoon Bavi approaches China's east coast after lashing Japan and Taiwan

Typhoon Bavi, which brought heavy rain and strong winds to Japan's southern islands and skirted Taiwan, is weakening as it heads toward China's east coast, where landfall is expected on Sunday.

Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 15:37

Russia kills 4 in strike with three guided bombs on Sumy

On July 11, Russian forces struck civilian infrastructure in Sumy's Zarichny district with three guided aerial bombs, killing four people and injuring seven others.

Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 15:36

Trump praises Allah, threatens to obliterate Iran

US President Donald Trump posted on social media praising Allah and threatening to obliterate Iran, amid a breakdown of the June ceasefire and new US strikes on Iran.

Politico Europe · 11 Jul, 14:37