Russia expels 2 British diplomats from embassy in Moscow over espionage claims

An appeals court lifted a block on executive orders by President Trump seeking to end government support for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, allowing them to be enforced as a lawsuit unfolds. The court found that the orders could eventually raise concerns about First Amendment rights but ruled that the nationwide injunction was too broad. The orders, which target DEI programs, had been challenged for being unconstitutional and discouraging support for diversity initiatives. Full Article

Retired Test opener David Warner doubts whether England's aggressive "Bazball" approach will succeed in Australia due to bouncier pitches and high-risk tactics. The strategy, led by Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, saw mixed results, with England failing to retain the Ashes and losing in India. Warner, now playing for London Spirit in The Hundred, is eager for the challenge and expects a mixed reception from fans at Lord's, where tensions flared during the 2023 Ashes....

The article discusses how Canadians have successfully fought against the implementation of a consumer carbon tax. Despite initial attempts to impose the tax, citizens have pushed back, leading to its defeat. This victory highlights the power of public opinion and activism in shaping government policies. Full Article

In Teuchitlán, Mexico, the Izaguirre Ranch was discovered to contain three human crematory ovens and bone fragments, believed to be evidence of violent acts by the New Generation Jalisco Cartel. Local police are accused of complicity in the cartel's activities, prompting federal investigation. Families of missing persons are calling for justice and accountability, as the search for Mexico's disappeared continues amidst allegations of government negligence and collusion. Full Article

New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney firmly rejected President Trump's suggestion that Canada could become the 51st U.S. state, emphasizing that Canada will never be part of the United States. Carney labeled the idea as "crazy" and stated that Canada is not America, while also expressing respect for President Trump and the United States. The prime minister's remarks came in response to Trump's earlier remarks and tariffs imposed on Canada, as well as similar comments...

Heavy rains caused flooding in the Italian regions of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, leading to school closures in cities like Florence and heightened alerts for the main river Arno. The town of Sesto Fiorentino faced a critical situation as the Rimaggio stream flooded central streets. In Emilia-Romagna, areas like Bologna were evacuated due to torrential rain, with the region having experienced severe flooding in recent years. Full Article