Weekly mortgage demand surges 20% higher, after interest rates drop to the lowest since last year

Ready-to-eat chicken fettuccine alfredo products have been recalled due to a listeria outbreak linked to three deaths and one fetal loss, affecting 17 individuals across 13 US states. The USDA's FSIS discovered the outbreak strain during routine inspections, but the source of contamination remains unidentified as further examinations of the company's facilities did not reveal any issues. Need More Context? 🔎

Three-year-old Claire Bell was found alive in eastern Ontario after disappearing on Father's Day, prompting a massive search and investigation involving police and the public. Her mother, Rachel Todd, was arrested amid allegations of a parental dispute, and concerning social media posts, including a cryptic TikTok video, raised suspicions regarding the circumstances of Claire's disappearance. Need More Context? 🔎

Videos on social media reportedly show Maher al-Assad, the younger brother of ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, in a Moscow cafe, although the video's authenticity remains unverified. Maher, who is wanted for war crimes related to the Syrian civil war, including a 2013 chemical attack, fled to Russia after the conflict ended, while also being implicated in Syria's Captagon drug trade. Need More Context? 🔎

Record-high greenhouse gas emissions are projected to deplete the planet's carbon budget within three years, drastically reducing the chances of limiting global warming to 1.5C, according to a study by over 60 scientists. The research highlights an alarming acceleration in climate change impacts, including rising sea levels and increased vulnerability of coastal areas, as emissions outpace climate action efforts. Need More Context? 🔎

Trump Says He Has Not Made a Final Decision on Iran StrikesPresident Trump indicated he has yet to finalize his decision on potential U.S. military action against Iran's nuclear facilities, stating he prefers to decide at the last moment. Meanwhile, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, dismissed Trump's demands for "unconditional surrender" and his threats, suggesting negotiation was previously possible. Need More Context? 🔎

A dad from Minster, Kent, Kyle Ingram-Baldwin, tragically passed away at 40 from stage-four bowel cancer just days after launching a GoFundMe to raise over £15,000 for alternative treatments. His wife, Becky, confirmed his sudden death on June 16, expressing gratitude for the support while announcing plans to refund donors and set up a new fundraiser for their four children. Need More Context? 🔎