Private capital group Blackstone plots $500bn expansion in Europe

Colombian President Gustavo Petro threatened to unilaterally modify Glencore’s concession contract if the company continues coal exports to Israel, which he has suspended due to the conflict in Gaza. Glencore stated it has already ceased shipments in compliance with Petro's decree, asserting that its last coal delivery occurred two weeks prior to the order's implementation. Want More Context? 🔎

Three Israeli airstrikes targeted homes and a tent in Gaza City on July 23, 2025, resulting in the deaths of at least 21 individuals, predominantly women and children. These attacks occur amidst severe hunger and relentless bombardment faced by the besieged territory. Want More Context? 🔎

House Energy and Commerce Chairman Rep. Brett Guthrie discussed his personal experience with organ transplantation and the need for public confidence in the system during a hearing on alarming organ procurement practices, which were revealed by a HRSA investigation showing 29% of patients had signs of life before procurement. Guthrie, whose mother died awaiting a liver transplant, emphasized the importance of maintaining donor participation and addressing these issues as a bipartisan concern. Want More Context?...

Graham Thorpe, a former England cricketer, took his own life after suffering from depression following his dismissal as a batting coach in 2022, which his widow Amanda attributed to a series of personal and professional setbacks. Despite previous diagnoses of anxiety and depression, Thorpe's mental health deteriorated, leading to his tragic death in August 2024 after being struck by a train. Want More Context? 🔎

Johnny Noviello, a Canadian who entered the U.S. legally in 1988 and became a permanent resident in 1991, was arrested by ICE in 2025 on a removability charge following a 2023 conviction for drug trafficking and racketeering. He died in custody in Miami in June 2025, with health concerns reported, including hypertension and depression, after he refused medical evaluations and showed signs of neglect. Want More Context? 🔎

Iran has agreed to a visit by a technical team from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to Tehran in the next two to three weeks, although the team will not visit Iran's nuclear facilities. The discussions will focus on the framework of Iran’s cooperation with the UN nuclear agency under new circumstances, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi. Want More Context? 🔎