‘It’s important for me’ – LA protesters take to the streets

Australia's captain Pat Cummins delivered a stunning performance in the World Test Championship final, taking 6 for 28 against South Africa, helping dismiss them for just 138. This marked his 14th five-wicket haul, placing him alongside Richie Benaud with nine as a Test captain, while he also achieved his 300th Test wicket, solidifying his legacy as a leading fast bowler and captain. More Context

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner carrying 242 passengers crashed near Ahmedabad airport shortly after takeoff on June 12, 2025, with reports indicating no survivors and over 100 fatalities, including many medical students nearby. Investigations are ongoing into the cause of the crash, while world leaders, including King Charles and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, express their condolences to the victims' families. More Context

A new mobile outreach van in Thunder Bay, Ont., is providing free drug checking services after the closure of the city's only supervised consumption site. This initiative aims to address the community's pressing needs amid the highest opioid-related death rate in the province, with advocates hopeful for its positive impact. More Context

A US federal judge ruled that Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil can no longer be detained under a Cold War-era provision, citing concerns over free speech violations and lack of evidence for national security claims. Khalil's case reflects a broader crackdown on pro-Palestinian activism in the US, amid rising international criticism over US support for Israel during the ongoing Gaza conflict. More Context

Six of the eight activists detained by Israel after their yacht, the Madleen, attempted to break the naval blockade of Gaza have been deported, including European parliament member Rima Hassan. Human rights group Adalah reported mistreatment during their custody and called for the immediate release of the remaining two activists, highlighting ongoing humanitarian concerns amid Israel's military operations in Gaza. More Context

Harvey Weinstein accuser Kaja Sokola expressed mixed feelings about a jury's recent verdict, which found Weinstein guilty of assaulting Miriam Haley but deadlocked on a charge involving Jessica Mann; she emphasized the importance of fighting against sexual predators. Sokola, who testified that Weinstein assaulted her at 16 and 19, urged other victims to come forward, stating that the fight for justice continues. More Context