Michael Schumacher: German’s Monaco Grand Prix-winning Ferrari from 2001 sold for £13.43m

Islamabad, Pakistan – On the eve of Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the formation of a new Army Rocket Force Command (ARFC) to enhance conventional warfare capabilities, particularly in response to perceived threats from India. While analysts view the ARFC as a long-term strategic evolution rather than a direct reaction to India's missile tests, it signifies Pakistan's intent to bolster its missile arsenal amid regional tensions. Want More Context? 🔎

Thousands of emails related to the 2022 Uvalde school shooting will be released after a lawyer admitted to an error in withholding them, prompting emotional outcry from school board members and the public during a meeting. The Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District plans to publish approximately 26,000 pages, including crucial communications about classroom security and responses to the tragedy. Want More Context? 🔎

Heavy flooding from the Beas river has severely impacted the Chandigarh-Manali highway, washing away sections near Kullu and blocking the Manali-Leh road, with multiple vehicles damaged and businesses affected. A red alert has been issued, leading to school closures across several districts, while traffic diversions are in place as rescue efforts continue. Want More Context? 🔎

When members of the Fitus gang arrived at an East Auckland playground for a planned confrontation with the Head Hunters motorcycle gang, they aimed to win at any cost, leading to the August 2023 shooting death of member Charles Pongi. Five defendants, including gang members and an associate, pleaded not guilty, as prosecutors described the chaotic scene involving a 22-car convoy in a family area. Want More Context? 🔎

Iraqi buffalo herder Watheq Abbas faces dire challenges as persistent drought and climate change shrink the wetlands that sustain his livelihood, with his herd dwindling from 120 to 30 buffaloes due to water scarcity and pollution. As the ecosystem deteriorates and traditional ways of life vanish, local residents, including Abbas and others, grapple with the loss of their water sources and the threat of extinction for their livestock. Want More Context? 🔎

President Donald Trump issued executive orders targeting cashless bail, seeking to end its practice nationwide and specifically in Washington, D.C., citing a "crime emergency." The orders could lead to federal funding being withheld from jurisdictions that eliminate cash bail, asserting that such policies contribute to increased crime and public safety risks. Want More Context? 🔎