New York City skyscraper shooting victims identified: Everything we know

Londoners faced a grey morning as heavy rain, thunderstorms, and hail were forecasted for July 31, prompting a yellow warning from the Met Office. The expected downpours could result in significant rainfall and potential disruptions to road and rail travel, though many welcomed the rain after a dry summer. Want More Context? 🔎

Alan and Agnieszka Forbes, avid travelers from Surrey, have visited over 900 Wetherspoon pubs across the UK, recently attending the opening of The Dictum of Kenilworth, a £3.2 million venue. They believe their pub visits enrich their marriage and learning about UK history, with plans to reach 1,000 visits as they explore new locations. Want More Context? 🔎

A powerful 8.7 magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast triggered tsunami alerts across the Pacific, prompting nearly two million evacuations in Japan, where fears of waves reaching 10 feet arose after 900 quakes. This event echoed predictions made in the 1999 manga "Watashi ga Mita Mira" by Ryo Tatsuki, who foresaw a "great disaster" in July 2025, although she later distanced herself from these claims. Want More Context? 🔎

A radioactive wasp nest was discovered during a routine check at the Savannah River Site, a former nuclear bomb manufacturing plant, raising concerns about potential human exposure. Although the nest contained radiation levels exceeding federal limits, officials reported no contamination nearby, and the situation was deemed an onsite legacy issue, with no threat to workers or the public. Want More Context? 🔎

A technical fault at the Nats air traffic control center caused major disruptions at Heathrow Airport, affecting over 577,000 passengers and leading to more than 120 flight cancellations on July 30, 2025. The incident, which lasted 20 minutes but had lasting consequences, has prompted criticism from airlines and calls for accountability from Nats' leadership. Want More Context? 🔎

Palestinians in Gaza faced dire conditions as they gathered for aid amid Israeli military attacks, leading to a tragic shooting that resulted in over 48 deaths and hundreds injured. The Israeli Defence Forces claimed their response was to perceived threats, while humanitarian organizations condemned the violence, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis exacerbated by blockades and escalating food prices. Want More Context? 🔎