North Korean leader Kim inspects nuclear facility and calls for bolstering arsenal

Lancashire Police are investigating reports of a nude man wearing a gimp mask, seen prowling the streets of Lytham in the early hours of July 18, following videos shared on social media. This sighting comes shortly after a similar incident involving a person in a cat suit, dubbed 'Pantherman,' who has been reportedly stalking residents in Merseyside, causing concern and amusement in the community. Want More Context? 🔎

Rahaman Ali, the younger brother of Muhammad Ali and a former professional boxer, passed away at 82 on August 1, as confirmed by the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville. Known for his unwavering support of his brother, Rahaman also authored two books about Muhammad's life and was remembered for his affectionate tribute to him, cementing his role as an integral part of the boxing legend's story. Want More Context? 🔎

Defence Ministry accuses Kurdish-led SDF of injuring four army personnel and three civilians in rocket attack near Manbij.Syria’s Defence Ministry accused the Kurdish-led SDF of a rocket attack near Manbij, injuring four soldiers and three civilians, while the SDF claimed it was responding to an unprovoked government artillery assault. This incident follows a March agreement for the SDF to integrate into Syria's state institutions, which remains contentious. Want More Context? 🔎

Hamas official Ghazi Hamad claimed in an Al Jazeera interview that the recent attacks have revitalized the push for Palestinian statehood, asserting that without their weapons, international attention would not be on them. This statement highlights the ongoing conflict and the complexities surrounding Palestinian recognition on the global stage. Want More Context? 🔎

Nearly the entire Senate confirmed economist Erika McEntarfer as head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2024, but she was abruptly fired by President Trump after releasing a disappointing jobs report, which he labeled "rigged." The Friends of the Bureau of Labor Statistics condemned her firing, emphasizing that the commissioner merely reports data, and her dismissal undermines the agency's integrity. Want More Context? 🔎

A fourth body was discovered beneath cliffs near Whitby Abbey, following three deaths in four days, including a couple who fell from 200ft cliffs on Wednesday. North Yorkshire Police confirmed that the deaths, which also included a woman in her 60s, are not suspicious and are being investigated by the coroner, with no connections between the incidents. Want More Context? 🔎