Honduran TV Azteca Host Mayra Tercero Dies Suddenly at 31 Mayra Alejandra Tercero Acosta, a beloved TV Azteca host and dancer from Honduras, passed away in the early hours of Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 31. Known affectionately as “Colocha” for her curly hair, her untimely death has left a profound void in the Honduran entertainment community …

A Toxic Rush: Rare Earth Mining Sparks Regional Crisis In the past 24 hours, new reports have surfaced showing how a rush for rare earth metals in northern Myanmar is triggering a growing environmental catastrophe. Contaminated Rivers and Community Health Impact Local authorities in Thailand’s northern Chiang Rai province tested water in rivers flowing from Myanmar and found arsenic levels …

7‑Eleven Turns 98 — Free Slurpees for a Day On Friday, July 11, 2025, 7‑Eleven celebrated its 98th birthday by offering one free small Slurpee per person, while supplies lasted, at participating 7‑Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes locations in the U.S. and Canada. This promotion is part of the annual National Slurpee Day, celebrated every July 11 since 2002. It’s a …

Angela Paxton Files for Divorce on “Biblical Grounds” Texas State Senator Angela Paxton officially filed for divorce from her husband, Attorney General Ken Paxton, on July 10, 2025, ending their 38-year marriage. She cited “biblical grounds” in her petition, referencing “recent discoveries” that deeply impacted her decision. In her public statement, she said: “I believe marriage is a sacred covenant …

Red Bull Ends an Era: Christian Horner Sacked After 20 Years Under his leadership, Red Bull transformed into a Formula 1 powerhouse, winning eight drivers’ championships with Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen, and six constructors’ titles. His departure, announced on July 9, 2025, ends a remarkable 20-year run marked by innovation, dominance, and intense rivalries. Decline on Track & Leadership …

State of Emergency Declared by Governor On July 8, 2025, torrential rainfall triggered a catastrophic flash flood in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency late Tuesday in response to the disaster, aimed at fast-tracking federal aid and resources to the area. A flood watch remains active through Wednesday evening, as local rivers continue to …

Yorkshire Water declares hosepipe ban after driest, warmest spring Yorkshire Water has confirmed a Temporary Usage Ban (TUB) on hosepipes, starting Friday, 11 July 2025, in response to the driest and warmest spring ever recorded in the region. Between February and June, Yorkshire saw just 15 cm of rainfall, which is less than half the typical expectation, prompting an official drought …

Historic Leadership from Day One On Sunday, July 6, 2025, South Africa’s stand-in captain, Wiaan Mulder, made an explosive start to his captaincy in the second Test against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo’s Queens Sports Club. His 264* stands as the highest-ever score by a player in their first Test innings as captain, surpassing New Zealand’s Graham Dowling’s 239 from 1968. Milestone-Heavy Masterclass Century …

Historic Diplomatic Shift On July 3, 2025, Russia officially became the first country to formally recognise the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan. The announcement came after Response from the Taliban Taliban officials have hailed Russia’s decision as a major diplomatic victory. Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi called the recognition a  He emphasized that this formal step would …

Steve Smith Returns to Australia XI for Second Test Australia have made a notable change to their squad for the second Test against the West Indies by bringing back veteran batter Steve Smith. He replaces Josh Inglis in the playing XI. Smith had suffered a dislocated finger during the World Test Championship final but has now recovered fully and cleared …