How war became contagious

Graham Thorpe, a former England cricketer and coach, took his own life on August 4, 2024, after struggling with depression and anxiety, exacerbated by losing his job in 2022. A coroner's inquest revealed significant failings in his mental health care, noting that he had not been seen in person for over four months despite expressing suicidal thoughts. Want More Context? 🔎

Protests in Tunisia Against President Kais SaiedHundreds of Tunisian activists protested in the capital, denouncing President Kais Saied's rule as authoritarian and demanding the release of jailed opposition leaders and journalists. Marking the fourth anniversary of Saied's power grab in 2021, protesters claimed Tunisia has become an "open-air prison" amid mass arrests and politically motivated trials. Want More Context? 🔎

One year after a devastating wildfire in Jasper, Alta., which destroyed 358 homes and structures, Fire Chief Mathew Conte addressed the media, highlighting the emotional toll on the community. He emphasized the unprecedented fire season of 2024 and outlined new preparedness measures, including residential sprinkler systems and fire smarting initiatives, to mitigate future risks. Want More Context? 🔎

Rep. Ro Khanna, speaking at the Voters of Tomorrow Summit in Washington, D.C., called for a "new Democratic Party" that prioritizes the working class and rejects big money in politics. He emphasized the need for transparency and a shift away from the old guard in the party to regain trust and align with the values of younger voters, advocating for a populist, multiracial approach to leadership. Want More Context? 🔎

Joe Root scored his 38th Test century, reaching 150 runs, and moved to second on the all-time Test run-scorers list with 13,409 runs, surpassing Ricky Ponting. England ended the third day of the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford at 544-7, leading by 186 runs in the series, with Ben Stokes contributing a crucial 77 not out. Want More Context? 🔎

Donald Trump has arrived in the UK for a five-day private trip, landing at Prestwick Airport and heading to his Turnberry golf course. His itinerary includes meetings with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scottish First Minister John Swinney, focused on trade and international issues, while also opening a new golf course dedicated to his late mother in Aberdeenshire. Want More Context? 🔎