Hurricane Debby hits Florida as a Category 1 storm, bringing threat of flooding
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Hurricane Debby has made landfall in northern Florida as a Category 1 storm, with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph. The storm hit near Steinhatchee, a community on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Forecasters warn of record-setting rains, catastrophic flooding, and life-threatening storm surge in Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Nearly 214,000 customers in Florida were without power on Monday morning.
Bangladesh’s PM resigns and leaves country amid protests
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh’s prime minister has resigned and fled the country following weeks of protests against a government jobs quota system. The protests turned violent, leading to wider unrest challenging the PM’s 15-year rule. The country is already grappling with high unemployment, corruption, and climate change. The military chief plans to form an interim government.
Hezbollah claims drone attack on Israel
Hezbollah says it carried out a drone attack on northern Israel that wounded two Israeli troops. The attack comes amid escalating tensions following recent killings of influential figures in Lebanon and Iran. Hezbollah cited Israeli attacks in Lebanon as justification for the drone strike, but it was not a large-scale retaliation.
Wall Street plummets as global markets slide
U.S. stocks are set to open significantly lower, following a major drop in the Japanese Nikkei index, the worst since 1987. Tech stocks are taking a hit, with Apple and Nvidia seeing steep declines. Concerns about a potential recession are fueling the sell-off after a weak employment report last week.
Recommendations for Trump amid election campaign
Republican strategists advise Trump to focus on the economy and immigration in response to VP Kamala Harris joining the presidential race. They caution against false attacks on Harris’ identity and urge Trump to shift his focus for a more effective campaign strategy.
Trump highlights Harris’ previous stance on fracking
Vice President Kamala Harris faces backlash over her prior opposition to fracking, particularly in Pennsylvania. Trump seizes on this issue to appeal to working-class voters in the state. Harris’ shift away from a fracking ban has not deterred Trump from using it as a campaign talking point.
UK prime minister addresses far-right violence
British Prime Minister holds emergency meetings to address street violence and attacks on asylum seekers. The country has been rocked by right-wing activism sparked by recent tragic events. Starmer condemns the violence and vows to restore order.
Global concern over arrests in Venezuela
International voices express alarm over the growing number of arrests in Venezuela following disputed elections. Pope Francis calls the situation critical, while the U.S. administration expresses concerns about political stability. Maduro vows to continue arrests, escalating tensions in the country.
Olympics security measures restrict movement for potential threats
French authorities impose strict security measures ahead of the 2024 Olympics, limiting the movement of individuals deemed potential security risks. This has resulted in minorities being confined to their neighborhoods and required to check in with police daily. The measures are aimed at preventing terror attacks.
Simone Biles falls from balance beam in Olympic finals
American gymnast Simone Biles misses out on a medal in the balance beam finals after slipping during her routine. This marks a disappointment for Biles, who had previously won bronze medals in the event at the 2016 and 2020 Games.
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