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Manhattan building developer says collapse fears were overblown, calls buckling columns 'localized situation'

The developer behind a Manhattan high-rise that sparked fears of a collapse after buckled columns forced evacuations says the danger was overstated, calling the structural damage a "localized situation" that never put the building at risk of collapsing.MetroLoft said in a statement obtained by NBC 4 New York on Wednesday that the developer worked closely with New York City’s Department of Buildings to confirm the building "is now stable," and that it has "a clear plan to fix" the issue."This is...

FIFA World Cup 2026: What happened to the beautiful game?

How the World Cup has changed over the past 50 years and why there are only flashes of the beautiful game in 2026.

Bike paid for, but registration papers never came: Dealer told to pay Rs 13K

A state consumer commission ruled a motorcycle maker is not liable for a dealer's failure. The complainant bought a motorcycle but never received registration documents. The commission found the dealer solely responsible for the paperwork lapse. Honda was removed from joint liability for the dealer's omission. The dealer remains responsible for compensation and refunding the full amount.

Real-life 'Three Musketeers' mystery deepens after excavation blunder destroys key evidence

Months after archaeologists were abuzz about the possible discovery of the legendary Fourth Musketeer's remains, local officials have reported a major setback.The remains, which may belong to Charles de Batz de Castelmore d'Artagnan, were found near the altar of St. Peter and Paul Church in Maastricht, the Netherlands, in February.D'Artagnan is the legendary French musketeer who inspired Alexandre Dumas' "The Three Musketeers." He died during a siege near Maastricht on June 25, 1673.ARCHAEOLOGIS...

WATCH: Omar-backed mayor mocks outrage over Somalia July 4th trip with sarcastic 'apology'

St. Louis Park Mayor Nadia Mohamed, who made history as the first Somali American elected mayor of a U.S. city, fired back at critics who criticized her Fourth of July weekend trip to Somalia during the country's 250th anniversary weekend.The controversy began after local news outlet Alpha News reported that Mohamed, who has repeatedly been praised by Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., was in Somalia over the semi-quincentennial Fourth of July weekend, citing a Somali news outlet that reported on her vis...

Super El Niño may bring colder, snowier winter to US, Canada and Europe

Early forecasts suggest a Super El Niño may disrupt the Polar Vortex. This disruption could bring colder and snowier conditions to North America and Europe. Such events have historically followed strong El Niño phenomena. Meteorologists are monitoring these large-scale atmospheric patterns closely. The projected pattern indicates potential impacts during January and February 2027.

Justin Baldoni and His Wife Break Silence on Blake Lively Lawsuit

In an Instagram video, Justin Baldoni and his wife, spoke out on what they call “painful” and “untruthful” things that have been said about him during his legal battle with his “It Ends With Us” co-star Blake Lively. NBC’s Liz Kreutz reports for TODAY.

Trump to ask Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case after 'insane decision'

President Donald Trump will ask the Supreme Court to reconsider its decision on the birthright citizenship case, he announced on Wednesday.Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social that the court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship, even in the case of children of illegal immigrants and those in the U.S. temporarily, was "absolutely insane."The president said he was already seeing examples of the ruling being exploited."Signs and Billboards are being put up all over our Southern Border, and...

Telangana HC grants bail to Bandi Sanjay's son in POCSO case, sets Rs 1L bond

The Telangana high court granted regular bail to Bandi Bhagirath, son of Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar. He was arrested in May under the POCSO Act and later granted interim bail for exams. The case involves allegations of sexual harassment against a minor girl. Bhagirath denied charges and filed a counter-complaint alleging extortion. Both allegations and counter-allegations are currently under investigation.

Mediator Pakistan says renewed US-Iran conflict is ‘in no one’s interest’

Islamabad urges both sides to honour their MoU as renewed attacks raise fears of a wider regional conflict.

A Hezbollah veteran is hunting Jews in US courts — we just named him to the DOJ

I have spent 25 years dragging terrorist groups, their leaders and their bankers into courtrooms and taking their money for their victims. I know what a terror operation looks like when it puts on a suit. This week my NGO, the Shurat HaDin Law Center, placed a complaint on the desk of the Attorney General of the United States, and I will say plainly what our petition documents in eight pages of receipts: The Belgium-based Hind Rajab Foundation is a hunting operation. Its prey is Jews.Let the rec...

<a href='https://news.sky.com/video/mythos-5-offered-outside-the-us-by-anthropic-13561860'>World's most powerful AI now being offered to non-US bodies - but they can't tell anyone about it</a>

Iraqi migrant, 35, who sexually assaulted a 15-year-old schoolgirl on a busy Tube train before touching her on an escalator is facing jail

Iraqi migrant, 35, who sexually assaulted a 15-year-old schoolgirl on a busy Tube train before touching her on an escalator is facing jailSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy OLIVIA DAY, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR, AUSTRALIA Published: 12:44, 9 July 2026 | Updated: 12:44, 9 July 2026 e-mail View comments

US and Iran trade most intense strikes since ceasefire was extended

At least 14 people are killed in Iran in overnight attacks after Trump declared the agreement was ‘over’Middle East crisis live – latest updatesThe US launched airstrikes against Iran overnight on Thursday, killing at least 14 people, while Tehran responded by hitting Gulf countries in the most intense exchange of fire since a shaky ceasefire was extended last month.The tit-for-tat strikes on Thursday were the largest since Tehran and Washington signed a memorandum of understanding on 17 June ai...

US and Iran trade most intense strikes since ceasefire was extended

At least 14 people are killed in Iran in overnight attacks after Trump declared the agreement was ‘over’Middle East crisis live – latest updatesThe US launched airstrikes against Iran overnight on Thursday, killing at least 14 people, while Tehran responded by hitting Gulf countries in the most intense exchange of fire since a shaky ceasefire was extended last month.The tit-for-tat strikes on Thursday were the largest since Tehran and Washington signed a memorandum of understanding on 17 June ai...

UK Labour leadership nominations begin: Who’s running and how it works

Former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is the frontrunner. If no rival emerges, he could become PM this month.

India floods sweep away thousands of gas cylinders

India floods sweep away thousands of gas cylinders

Graham Platner ends Senate bid. And, why Nolan Wells' death captured national attention

LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Graham Platner ends Senate bid. And, why Nolan Wells' death captured national attention July 9, 20267:22 AM ET By  Brittney Melton Trump's Whiplash Foreign Policy, Iran War Escalates, Graham Platner Drops Out Listen · 12:17 12:17 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed

Brian Potter, British songwriter behind hits for Glen Campbell, Take That and more, dies aged 87

Versatile Essex-born hitmaker known for Rhinestone Cowboy, It Only Takes a Minute and many more had been living with Alzheimer’s diseaseBrian Potter, one of the most versatile and successful British producers and songwriters of his generation, has died aged 87. He had been living with Alzheimer’s disease in recent years, his daughter told Billboard.Working with American songwriting partner Dennis Lambert, the Essex-born Potter was behind an astounding array of 1970s hits spanning pop, soul, soft...

Brian Potter, British songwriter behind hits for Glen Campbell, Take That and more, dies aged 87

Versatile Essex-born hitmaker known for Rhinestone Cowboy, It Only Takes a Minute and many more had been living with Alzheimer’s diseaseBrian Potter, one of the most versatile and successful British producers and songwriters of his generation, has died aged 87. He had been living with Alzheimer’s disease in recent years, his daughter told Billboard.Working with American songwriting partner Dennis Lambert, the Essex-born Potter was behind an astounding array of 1970s hits spanning pop, soul, soft...