Torrential Rain Triggers Widespread Flash Flooding On Thursday, July 31, 2025, a powerful cold front swept into the East Coast, dumping heavy summer rain across New York City and New Jersey. Rainfall rates peaked at 2 inches per hour, with localized totals exceeding 5 inches in some neighborhoods. The intense storms prompted the National Weather Service to issue flash flood …

On July 30, 2025, a powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific—including in Hawaii, California, Oregon, Washington, and parts of Japan. 1. Earthquake & Tsunami Alerts Seismologists confirmed the quake as one of the strongest in the region since 1952, occurring at a relatively shallow depth of approximately 19 km, …

A Celebration Like No Other On July 29, 2025, England’s Lionesses received a triumphant welcome in London after winning their second consecutive UEFA Women’s Euro title. They defeated Spain in a dramatic penalty shootout following a 1‑1 draw in extra time. The team was honored with a grand open‑top bus parade along The Mall, ending with a spectacular ceremony outside …

Older Brother of Oasis Stars Charged with Rape and Other Offences Paul Gallagher, the 59‑year‑old older brother of Liam and Noel Gallagher—famous members of the iconic band Oasis—has been charged with a series of serious criminal offences by the Metropolitan Police in London. He lives in East Finchley, north London, and the alleged crimes are said to have occurred between …

A Legendary Departure Dame Cleo Laine, one of Britain’s most revered jazz vocalists, passed away peacefully at the age of 97 on July 24, 2025, at her home in Wavendon, England. The announcement was made by The Stables, the music venue and charity she co-founded with her late husband, jazz composer Sir John Dankworth. The organization expressed deep sorrow over …

Italy Strike First in a Tense First Half In the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 semifinal, Italy shocked the crowd in Geneva by taking the lead in the 33rd minute. Star forward Barbara Bonansea fired a stunning volley into the top corner, putting England on the back foot. England looked unsettled for much of the first half, struggling to break down …

UK Launches Statutory Review of State Pension Age On 21 July 2025, the UK government officially announced a statutory review into raising the state pension age. This marks the third such review under the Pensions Act 2014. The decision comes amid concerns about rising life expectancy, increasing pressure on public finances, and the long-term sustainability of the pension system, which …

Devastating New Death Toll Amid Ongoing Monsoon Deluge In the past 24 hours, torrential monsoon rains in Pakistan have worsened the already catastrophic flood situation. Official reports confirm that at least 54 people died and 227 were injured in just one day, pushing the overall toll since late June to around 178 deaths and nearly 500 injured. The National Disaster …

Massive Fire Destroys Tomorrowland’s Iconic Main Stage A massive fire broke out on Wednesday evening, July 16, 2025, at the Tomorrowland festival site in Boom, Belgium, destroying the iconic ice-themed main stage just two days before the event’s scheduled opening on July 18. The flames rapidly engulfed the elaborate stage structure, sending thick smoke into the sky and causing concern …

Bodies Discovered After Family Concern Concerned family members contacted the Los Angeles Police Department for a welfare check at their Encino property. American Idol Upon arrival, officers discovered signs of blood near the rear of the home. They broke in through a sliding glass door and found Kaye’s body in the pantry and Deluca’s in a bathroom. Both had died …