Footage shows aftermath of Russia bridge collapse

Here are the key events on day 1,246 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.On July 24, a Russian drone strike in Sumy caused power outages for 220,000 Ukrainians, while Ukraine secured the return of over 1,000 prisoners of war after peace talks. The U.S. approved $322 million in military aid to enhance Ukraine's defenses, and Zelenskyy announced plans to reinforce anti-corruption agency independence amid nationwide protests. Want More Context? 🔎

William McNeil, Jr., a 22-year-old man, discussed the trauma from his violent arrest in Jacksonville, Florida, captured in a viral video, stating he no longer trusts police and suffers from nightmares. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident, with calls for accountability and better training highlighted by McNeil and his attorneys. Want More Context? 🔎

The Australian government has won a significant climate case against Torres Strait Island residents, with a Federal Court ruling that dismissed their claims for government duty of care regarding climate change impacts. Elders Pabai Pabai and Paul Kabai expressed heartbreak over the decision, highlighting the rising sea levels and cultural threats faced by their communities, yet the court deemed climate policy a matter for political, not judicial, resolution. Want More Context? 🔎

A 39-year-old man, Aaron Henderson, allegedly threw his one-year-old niece down a trash chute in their Staten Island apartment while her father was in the bathroom. The toddler was rescued with only minor injuries and is in stable condition, while Henderson, who has no prior criminal record, faces charges of endangering a child, assault, and unlawful imprisonment. Want More Context? 🔎

As opposition parties prepare to use Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation to criticize the government, the ruling party plans to highlight previous criticisms from the opposition, which accused the former Vice President of bias and acting as a government spokesperson. This political maneuvering underscores the ongoing tensions and strategic positioning between the two sides. Want More Context? 🔎

A Delta flight with 144 passengers aborted takeoff at Mexico City's Benito Juarez International Airport to avoid colliding with an AeroMéxico jet landing ahead of it, coming within 200 feet of each other. The Delta crew acted quickly and returned to the gate for safety checks before resuming their flight to Atlanta two hours later, while both airlines are cooperating with aviation authorities. Want More Context? 🔎