In the crosshairs of stiff US tariffs, tiny coral islands in the South Pacific and Arctic outposts

Two blind women, Sherri Brun and Camille Tate, were the only passengers on Southwest Airlines Flight 2637 from New Orleans to Orlando after a five-hour delay, highlighting the airline's failure to effectively communicate with disabled passengers. Southwest acknowledged the incident, offered each a $100 voucher, and emphasized its commitment to improving services for passengers with disabilities. Want More Context? 🔎

Australia will officially recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly in September, a move aimed at promoting a two-state solution, according to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. This recognition depends on commitments from the Palestinian Authority, specifically ensuring that Hamas will not be involved in any future state, as a means to alleviate conflict and suffering in the region. Want More Context? 🔎

A major wildfire, the Lee Fire, has prompted the evacuation of a Colorado prison and nearby mountain communities as it spreads across over 167 square miles with only 6% containment, fueled by high winds and low humidity. Meanwhile, in Southern California, the Canyon Fire is 62% contained after damaging structures and injuring firefighters, while the Gifford Fire continues to burn at 21% containment. Want More Context? 🔎

Al Jazeera journalist Anas al-Sharif was killed in a targeted Israeli attack that also claimed the lives of four colleagues in Gaza City, with seven total fatalities reported. Al Jazeera condemned the incident as a premeditated assault on press freedom, while Israel accused al-Sharif of being affiliated with Hamas, a claim that lacks substantial evidence according to analysts and the UN. Want More Context? 🔎

A 25-year-old tourist from New York, Kevin Mares, was fatally shot in La Perla, Puerto Rico, during an argument at a nightclub while attending a Bad Bunny concert. The incident, which left Mares as an innocent bystander, raised concerns about ongoing violence in the area, despite prior improvements in safety and a decline in overall crime rates on the island. Want More Context? 🔎

In southern Oman, men in traditional attire strive to preserve the endangered Jibbali language, spoken by just 120,000 people, through ancient poetry recitals led by poet Khalid Ahmed al-Kathiri. Despite its rich history and cultural significance, Jibbali faces extinction risks due to lack of documentation and education, prompting efforts to create a comprehensive dictionary and digital resources to aid its survival. Want More Context? 🔎