Hurricane Erick ‘extremely dangerous’ as it nears Mexico

The 2025 edition of The Hundred commenced at Lord’s with a nostalgic moment as former Sunrisers Hyderabad teammates David Warner and Kane Williamson walked out to bat for London Spirit, reminiscing their successful partnership. However, the Spirit faced a tough match, being bowled out for 80 runs by the defending champions Oval Invincibles, who won by six wickets. Want More Context? 🔎

LOS ANGELES (AP) Shane Tamura, 27, who killed four people at a Manhattan office tower before taking his own life, had a history of mental health issues, including depression and insomnia, and was reportedly suffering from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). His mother had previously called 911 expressing concerns about his suicidal threats and mental state, leading to hospitalizations prior to the tragic shooting. Want More Context? 🔎

Lebanon's cabinet has tasked the army with creating a plan to disarm Hezbollah by the end of the year, following significant US pressure and a ceasefire aimed at ending recent hostilities. The decision has faced opposition from Hezbollah officials and comes amid ongoing Israeli attacks, with the group asserting it will not disarm without guarantees for its security and the reconstruction of war-affected areas. Want More Context? 🔎

The UN's World Food Programme warns that families in besieged el-Fasher, Sudan, face starvation due to over a year of failed food deliveries amid a civil war, with local reports of deaths from hunger. The RSF has cut supply lines, while humanitarian access remains blocked as the region grapples with severe malnutrition, particularly among children. Want More Context? 🔎

BRUSSELS — NATO has begun coordinating regular deliveries of large weapons packages to Ukraine, following significant contributions from the Netherlands and Sweden for air defense and military aid. As Russia intensifies its attacks, these supplies, primarily sourced from the U.S., are aimed at addressing Ukraine's urgent battlefield needs, with NATO allies preparing packages for rapid deployment. Want More Context? 🔎

Justin Bieber has released the music video for his new single “Yukon,” featuring intimate family moments with his wife Hailey and their son Jack on a yacht, emphasizing their close bond. This track, part of his seventh studio album "Swag," reflects Bieber’s life as a husband and father, coming after a four-year hiatus, amid health concerns that led to canceled tour dates. Want More Context? 🔎