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Tommy Robinson, an anti-Muslim activist, was arrested by British Transport Police at Luton Airport after arriving from Portugal, on suspicion of assault related to a serious incident at St Pancras station last month.Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is facing questioning in custody for grievous bodily harm following an alleged attack that left another man hospitalized, and he has a history of public order offenses. Want More Context? 🔎

The Trump administration announced it may withhold approximately $1.9 billion in disaster preparedness funding from states and cities that endorse boycotts against Israel or Israeli businesses. FEMA's grant conditions stipulate that applicants must not support any actions that limit commercial relations with Israeli entities, as detailed in the terms for the 2025 fiscal year. Want More Context? 🔎

The Texas state House faces a redistricting standoff as over 50 Democrats flee the state to deny Republicans a quorum for legislation, prompting civil arrest warrants for those absent. Meanwhile, the White House searches for a new Bureau of Labor Statistics chief following President Trump's dismissal of Erika McEntarfer, with potential candidates under consideration amid concerns over employment data integrity. Want More Context? 🔎

As of Friday, Alberta has reported 1,656 measles cases, the second highest in Canada, trailing Ontario's 2,353 cases, raising concerns that Canada may lose its measles elimination status by October. Experts emphasize the need for improved vaccination coverage and preventive measures, noting that recent immunization efforts in Alberta have resulted in over 92,000 vaccinations since March. Want More Context? 🔎

Ashley Whitehouse, 42, dubbed Britain’s ‘dopiest burglar,’ was caught after staring into a Ring doorbell camera and leaving his mobile phone at the scene during a failed burglary in Worksop, Nottinghamshire. After being chased from the property by the homeowners, he was arrested two hours later and assaulted an officer, ultimately receiving a sentence of two years and 11 months in prison. Want More Context? 🔎

Argentina's libertarian president, Javier Milei, has vetoed bills to increase pensions and disability spending, citing a lack of funds amid ongoing protests against his austerity measures that have deepened poverty and unemployment. Despite this backlash, polls indicate his party is favored to perform well in the upcoming October mid-term elections, seen as a referendum on his administration's policies. Want More Context? 🔎