Playwright Athol Fugard, who chronicled apartheid and its aftermath, dies at 92

Tesla has begun limited production of a cheaper model to address declining demand, reporting a 12% revenue drop in Q2 with sales of $22.5 billion. This slump follows strong competition and backlash against CEO Elon Musk's political ties, resulting in a 13.5% decrease in vehicle deliveries, and ongoing investor concerns about the company's future profitability amid potential government subsidy losses. Want More Context? 🔎

The Supreme Court ruled that President Trump can terminate three members of the Consumer Product Safety Commission, overturning a lower court's decision that deemed the firings unlawful. The decision aligns with previous rulings on the president's removal powers, despite dissent from the three liberal justices who argued it undermines the independence of the agency. Want More Context? 🔎

Widespread anxiety among Arab-Australian women, stemming from the ongoing conflict in Gaza, has been highlighted in a University of NSW study published in The Lancet, revealing increased panic disorder symptoms and a decline in quality of life. The research, involving 410 women with connections to the region, underscores the urgent need for targeted mental health interventions as they grapple with the emotional toll of family safety concerns amidst the violence. Want More Context? 🔎

Protests in Syros, Greece, on July 22, 2025, led by around 150 demonstrators waving Palestinian flags, blocked an Israeli cruise ship, Crown Iris, from docking and disembarking its 1,600 passengers, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The Israeli crew chose to reroute the ship to Limassol, Cyprus, fearing potential violence, while Greek officials condemned the protests as offensive. Want More Context? 🔎

The Toronto Blue Jays, currently leading the AL East with a 59-42 record, are experiencing a resurgence, having gone 43-21 since May 8 and ending a franchise-best 11-game home winning streak. Key players like George Springer, Bo Bichette, and Alejandro Kirk have significantly contributed to the team's success, which could lead to their first division title since 2015. Want More Context? 🔎

Ukraine Brings Home POWsUkraine successfully repatriated a new group of prisoners of war from Russia, with President Zelenskiy announcing that over 1,000 soldiers have returned as part of negotiations in Turkey. The returning servicemen, many of whom were ill or seriously wounded and had spent over three years in captivity, are receiving medical support. Want More Context? 🔎