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Two Australian men were shot in a targeted attack at a villa in Bali, with one dying at the scene and the other in critical condition. The masked gunmen fled on scooters, prompting a manhunt by Badung Regency Police, while the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is providing consular assistance to the victims' families. More Context

Dozens of family members are anxiously awaiting the return of bodies from the Air India flight A171 crash, with DNA testing and dental sample collection still ongoing three days post-incident. Relatives express frustration over the lack of timely information from authorities, as most bodies were severely charred, complicating identification efforts. More Context

The trial involving five former Team Canada world junior hockey players centers on allegations of sexual assault from a 2018 incident at a London hotel, with the Crown arguing the complainant was vulnerable and lacked consent, while the defense claims she instigated the activities. Superior Court Justice Maria Carroccia is set to deliver a decision on July 24, amid significant media attention and discussions on consent. More Context

Since the US deployed the 30,000-pound MOAB ("Mother of All Bombs") in Afghanistan in 2017, it has been evident that Washington possesses superior capabilities for potentially destroying Iran's Fordow facility, a capability that Israel lacks. This highlights a significant disparity in military options between the two nations regarding strategic targets. More Context

A father, Arjun Patoliya, returning from scattering his wife's ashes, was a victim in the Air India Flight 171 crash that killed 270 people, including 29 on the ground, leaving his two young daughters orphaned. The investigation is ongoing, with one survivor reported and the recovery of the flight data recorder as authorities focus on potential engine issues and enhanced safety inspections for the airline's aircraft. More Context

A federal judge in San Francisco has halted Secretary of State Marco Rubio's plans to downsize the State Department, citing a previous injunction that prohibits such actions without Congressional approval. Despite the administration's claim that Rubio's reorganization is independent of President Trump's directive, Judge Susan Illston ordered the department to seek court clarification before proceeding with any changes. More Context