Anthony Zurcher: Real-estate instincts clash with America First worldview

Armed groups attacked Syria's internal security forces in Sweida, resulting in one death and several injuries, while also violating a ceasefire in the predominantly Druze region. The violence, which intensified following clashes between tribal fighters and Druze factions, prompted government intervention and a U.S.-brokered truce amid ongoing sectarian tensions over resources. Want More Context? 🔎

Canada's demand for summer burgers remains robust even as ground beef prices surged to $14.67 per kg in May 2025, marking a 25% increase from the previous year. This rise in price exceeds the country's current inflation rate of 1.7%, yet consumers continue to show a strong appetite for beef. Want More Context? 🔎

Prince Harry has denied a claim from Andrew Lownie's book, The Rise and Fall of the House of York, stating he and Prince Andrew engaged in a physical altercation in 2013, leaving Andrew with a 'bloody nose.' Tensions between the two royals have been longstanding, with Harry reportedly expressing hatred for Andrew, who has faced significant scrutiny and a diminished royal role due to his past controversies. Want More Context? 🔎

Derk Sauer, a Dutch magazine editor who moved to Moscow in 1989, became a successful media magnate, founding The Moscow Times and various magazine editions like Cosmopolitan and Playboy. He transformed from a young Maoist into a multimillionaire entrepreneur, navigating the complexities of Russia's media landscape while maintaining a commitment to professional journalism. Want More Context? 🔎

An Israeli airstrike on the Palestinian Red Crescent Society's headquarters in Khan Younis killed one staff member and injured two others, prompting the organization to condemn the attack as a war crime under International Humanitarian Law. This incident occurred amid escalating tensions in Gaza, where over 60,400 Palestinians have died since October 2023, as the region faces dire humanitarian crises. Want More Context? 🔎

A CRPF constable, Tamil Selvan, was arrested in Chennai after he attempted to discuss the murder of his wife, Uma Maheshwari, whom he beheaded over suspicions of infidelity on July 31 in Tuticorin. He had previously taken their two children to his father-in-law's house and had been under surveillance for his wife's fidelity prior to the crime. Want More Context? 🔎