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Without evidence, Trump and his allies accuse former US special prosecutor of illegal political activity.US officials are investigating Jack Smith, the former special prosecutor who led cases against Donald Trump, following unsubstantiated allegations from Trump and allies, including Senator Tom Cotton, of illegal political activity. Smith, appointed in 2022, investigated Trump's handling of classified documents and election interference, but dropped the cases after Trump won the 2024 election. Want More Context? 🔎

Syria's defense ministry has accused the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) of attacking military personnel, resulting in injuries to four soldiers and three civilians. The ministry labeled the incident as "irresponsible and for unknown reasons," as reported by the state news agency SANA. Want More Context? 🔎

The Office of the Special Counsel is investigating former special counsel Jack Smith for potential violations of the Hatch Act related to his political activities during the investigations into President Trump's handling of classified documents and alleged election subversion. The probe follows allegations from Senator Tom Cotton, who claims Smith acted as a "political actor" in the lead-up to the 2024 election. Want More Context? 🔎

Chilean copper miner Codelco has discovered the remains of one of five trapped miners at its El Teniente mine, raising the death toll to two following a collapse caused by a 4.2 magnitude earthquake. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with Codelco clearing over 20% of the blocked tunnels, but progress is cautious and slow as investigations into the cause of the accident continue. Want More Context? 🔎

Gabriela DeBues-Stafford, a Canadian distance runner, won the women's 5,000 metres at the national championships in Ottawa, securing her spot at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. She aims to qualify in both the 1,500 and 5,000 metres while expressing confidence in regaining her 2021 Olympic form after nearly retiring last summer. Want More Context? 🔎

A British man was arrested in Spain on suspicion of murder after crashing his car near La Cala de Mijas while carrying multiple firearms, ammunition, and a silencer. He attempted to flee the scene but was apprehended; he was identified via biometrics as having a pending warrant for several murders and was found in possession of a notebook with names and addresses. Want More Context? 🔎