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Prosecutors told the High Court in Glasgow that former snooker world champion Graeme Dott subjected two vulnerable children to sexual abuse, urging the jury to convict him on two charges involving a girl between 1993 and 1996 and a boy between 2006 and 2010. The prosecution argued that the alleged victims gave independently consistent and credible accounts. Dott’s lawyer Euan Dow challenged discrepancies in the first complainant’s accounts and described the second complainant’s evidence as unsupported, urging an acquittal. Dott denies both charges, and the jury is expected to consider its verdict after the trial concludes.

Lufthansa flight LH430 from Frankfurt to Chicago declared an emergency over Scotland at about 33,000 feet after a medical incident on board. The Boeing 747-8 initially appeared to be heading for Dublin before diverting to Glasgow, where it landed approximately three hours and 21 minutes after take-off. After being refuelled, the aircraft departed Glasgow at around 5:55 p.m. to resume its journey to Chicago.

City of Liverpool College has cancelled A-Level places for new first-year students starting in 2026-27, informing students during enrolment only weeks before the academic year. The college cited falling A-Level applications, rising demand for technical and vocational courses, capacity, staff wellbeing and the availability of other providers. Affected students will be offered help finding alternative courses or institutions, while existing second-year students can complete their studies. Staff and an anonymous college source raised concerns about uncertainty, reduced hours and redeployment, although the college said there would be no redundancies and that its curriculum for 2027-28 had not yet been decided.

A 12-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection with the alleged sexual assault of an eight-year-old girl in the Duff Street area of Macduff, Aberdeenshire, on August 10, 2026. Police Scotland said officers were pursuing a positive line of enquiry, and a report is due to be submitted to the procurator fiscal.

Thousands of Monzo customers experienced problems with the banking app and bank transfers on 19 August 2026, with Downdetector reports peaking at 3,246. Customers reported difficulties accessing balances, updating transactions and moving money, including people unable to pay for food, fuel or transport. Monzo activated its independent backup system, Monzo Stand-in, which it said preserved card payments, cash withdrawals, card freezing and bank transfers while a fix was deployed. The bank later confirmed that the technical issue had been resolved and services were operating normally.

Police Scotland is investigating the deaths of Paul Lafferty, 50, and Gary Beaton, 54, whose bodies were found with serious injuries in a flat on Chancellor Street, Partick, Glasgow, on August 16. Following post-mortem examinations, detectives reclassified the unexplained deaths as murder. Detective Superintendent Cheryl Kelly appealed for witnesses who saw the men or noticed anything suspicious in the area between August 14 and August 16, while a substantial police presence remains at the scene.

Three sisters were seriously injured when their Hyundai collided with a BMW travelling the wrong way on the M9 near Moone, County Kildare, on August 16, 2026. Niamh and Alma Kinsella remain in critical condition, while Ella Hendricken and a child are also receiving treatment. Five teenagers in the BMW died. The crash has renewed calls for specialist Garda pursuit training and legal protections for officers, with the Garda Representative Association warning that training may not be completed until 2027. Gardaí and Fiosrú are investigating the collision and Garda contact with the BMW before the crash.

Two 18-year-old British tourists told Greek police they were raped by a man they met while holidaying on Zakynthos, also known as Zante. After informing their families, the women underwent medical examinations, and the mother of one reportedly travelled from Britain and confronted the alleged suspect at his workplace, leading to an altercation and police intervention. Greek authorities are investigating the allegations and preparing a criminal case against the man.

Josh Scott, 36, was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court to 21 years and four months for posing as a 13- or 14-year-old boy on Snapchat and TikTok to contact more than 40 children and encourage them to send intimate images and videos. Police found 9,200 indecent images on his devices, including 1,969 category A images, as well as extreme pornography. Scott pleaded guilty to more than 10 offences, will serve 13 years in prison followed by the remainder on licence, and received a lifetime Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Victims and their families have been offered specialist support.

Former University of Cambridge sociology professor Jason Arday, 41, was found unresponsive at a property in Battersea after resigning amid plagiarism allegations and intense public scrutiny. Arday denied plagiarism but acknowledged errors in his academic work, attributing some to autism and inadequate PhD supervision; Liverpool John Moores University found that he had not plagiarised his thesis. His family said a campaign of misinformation and public attacks had become too much, while friends, academics, politicians and the University and College Union condemned the harassment and racism he faced. Police do not believe anyone else was involved, and Cambridge has announced an independent investigation into his appointment.

Eleven-year-old Faith Curran was found dead in the Gore Water near Gore Glen Woodland Park in Midlothian after being reported missing during a large police search. Police Scotland is treating her death as unexplained and does not believe there were suspicious circumstances. Her family described her as happy, adventurous and outgoing, while her father Joe was said to be devastated. A community GoFundMe fundraiser has raised about £2,500 toward a £4,000 target to help cover funeral or memorial costs and support the family.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been criticised after describing the UK as the “Islamic Republic of Britain” during a podcast discussion of British media coverage of Israel. Former Downing Street chief of staff Gavin Barwell called the remark blatantly Islamophobic, while the Movement for Progressive Judaism said Netanyahu does not speak for British Jews and warned that such language is dangerous amid rising antisemitism, anti-Muslim hatred and social division. The comments come as UK-Israel relations deteriorate, with Britain pausing free-trade negotiations, suspending some arms-export licences, sanctioning Israeli ministers and recognising Palestine. Andy Burnham has also called for stronger pressure on Israel over its conduct in Gaza and settlement policy.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Donald Trump’s 15-point Gaza peace plan, saying Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas is genuinely and completely disarmed. Netanyahu also ruled out a Palestinian state in Gaza or the West Bank while he remains in office and pledged that Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons. His stance comes amid negotiations with the United States and uncertainty over the strength of US-Israeli relations. Hamas has reportedly tied any disarmament to an end to Israeli aggression and a withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.

A major search involving Dorset Police, the Coastguard, the RNLI and a police helicopter was launched after a woman was reportedly seen entering the sea from Weymouth Esplanade at about 11:05 p.m. She did not reappear, and no belongings were found on the beach. Police described her appearance and clothing, expressed increasing concern for her welfare, and appealed for witnesses, while also asking the woman to contact them if she is safe.

Police and fire crews searched a lake off Sandhurst Lane near Gloucester after a male voice was reportedly heard calling for help at around 11:45 p.m. on Friday. The overnight operation was temporarily paused over concerns for officers’ welfare before resuming on Saturday, with police also checking for missing people and a helicopter reportedly seen overhead. No major update or confirmation that anyone had been found was issued before the live coverage ended.

Gerard Trojanowski, a 44-year-old husband and father from the Merthyr Tydfil area, died after being struck by several vehicles, including a marked police vehicle, on the A40 in Carmarthen on July 28. His family remembered him as a loving, wonderful and generous man and requested privacy. The road was closed for almost 24 hours, while Dyfed-Powys Police referred the incident to the Independent Office for Police Conduct and appealed for witnesses.

British-Azerbaijani dual national Rashad Sultanov, 44, was arrested in Cyprus on July 17 and remains in custody while extradition proceedings continue. UK prosecutors allege that he conducted hostile surveillance at RAF Akrotiri between May 11 and June 22 and passed information to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The case is being led by Counter Terrorism Policing London, with charges authorised under Sections 3 and 4 of the UK National Security Act and cooperation from British and Cypriot law-enforcement agencies.

A 25-year-old man died following a medical emergency at Penmaenau Farm near the Royal Welsh Show site, prompting a police presence and the arrest of three men on suspicion of drug-related offences. Police say the incident is isolated, with no wider risk to the public, and the death remains unexplained. Eyewitness reports of an evacuation have not been confirmed. Penmaenau Farm Camping states the event involved no violence and that the site remains open for the upcoming Royal Welsh Show.

Twelve areas across Scotland, Northern Ireland, north‑east England, Yorkshire, the East Midlands and East Anglia are forecast to see rain on Monday as northerly winds bring cloud and showers to northern parts of the UK. Southern regions are expected to remain bright and warm with temperatures up to 26C, supported by high pressure keeping conditions mostly dry. Patchy rain may develop later in the month, particularly in the north, though high pressure could return toward early August with warmer conditions in the south.

Police are investigating a report that a man in his 20s was raped and robbed by an unknown assailant in the car park of Padworth Common Nature Reserve in West Berkshire. Officers are appealing for witnesses, particularly anyone with dash‑cam footage or who saw a red vehicle in the area at the time. The victim is receiving support, and police presence has been increased as enquiries continue.

A 5.6‑magnitude earthquake struck central Peru near Chupaca, killing at least five people and destroying numerous homes, particularly in the Pumpunya district. Rescue teams including police, firefighters and medical personnel were deployed as authorities warned the death toll may rise. The quake was felt across multiple towns in the Mantaro Valley, prompting a large emergency response.

Police launched a murder investigation after a woman died following an early-morning altercation in Newport. Firearms officers responded to reports of an incident on St Vincent Road, where a 66-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder. The woman was pronounced dead near Chepstow Road, and her family is receiving support. Officers are conducting inquiries and appealing for witnesses, especially those with CCTV or dashcam footage from the area between 1am and 3am.

CCTV footage recovered by Ukrainian authorities appears to show a suspect leaving a Monaco apartment building moments before a backpack bomb detonated, severely injuring Ukrainian oligarch Vadim Ermolaev, his partner Anna Nasobina, and their son. Investigators identified Anastasiia Berezovska as the prime suspect; she was later found shot dead near Kyiv. Ukrainian officials restored deleted video evidence and arrested two men in connection with her killing. Ermolaev accused Ukraine's military intelligence agency, HUR, of orchestrating the bombing, a claim HUR denies. Authorities are also examining potential links to alleged fraudulent call‑centre networks, though no connection has been found.

A 75-year-old man was found dead at a home on Ormrod Street in Bolton, prompting a murder investigation. Police arrested a 49-year-old woman who remains in custody. Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team is pursuing multiple lines of inquiry, and the victim’s next of kin are being supported. Officers appealed for public information, including CCTV or mobile footage, to assist the investigation.

PepsiCo recalled 140g bags of Doritos Chilli Heatwave after they were mistakenly filled with a milk-containing product not declared on the label, prompting a safety warning from the Food Standards Agency. The recall affects packets with batch code GBC 209 184C and a best-before date of December 5, 2026. Consumers with milk allergies are urged not to eat the product and to return it for a refund. PepsiCo has notified allergy support groups and issued point‑of‑sale notices, while the FSA published an allergy alert on July 17.

A large overnight drone attack on Russia’s Moscow region set the Noginsk oil depot ablaze, injuring at least 26 people and prompting the evacuation of a maternity hospital and nearby apartments. Regional governor Andrey Vorobyov reported that 48 drones were shot down, while Moscow’s mayor claimed more than 370 were launched toward the area. Emergency crews were deployed as explosions and heavy smoke were recorded at the depot, a key fuel storage hub. A separate strike on a Wildberries facility in Elektrostal caused additional injuries.

A large fire near the tracks at Stratford station prompted a full evacuation, major disruption across multiple rail services and warnings for the public to avoid the area. Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters isolated power to affected lines while tackling fires in shrubbery and around station sidings. Emergency services expect to remain on site for hours, with National Rail advising that significant travel disruption across the Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia and London Overground will continue until the end of the day.

A British man of Zimbabwean heritage, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, was charged with murdering his wife and two daughters after they were found dead in their home in Great Denham, Bedfordshire. He was arrested in Johannesburg following coordination between UK and international law enforcement, including the National Crime Agency, Interpol and South African authorities. Authorities are working to return him to the UK, while Bedfordshire Police continue the investigation and express condolences to the victims' family.

A light aircraft travelling from Devon crashed after landing at Land's End Airport in St Just, Cornwall. Both occupants escaped without serious injuries. Emergency services, including fire crews, responded and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch was notified as the incident remains under investigation.

A flight instructor in Córdoba, Argentina, died after jumping from a Cessna C-150 during a training flight, leaving his 22-year-old student to land the aircraft safely. Colleagues and his father said he had recently been going through a difficult period and had attended a psychiatric appointment a week earlier. The student was praised for her composure and professionalism. The Federal Justice of Córdoba is investigating the incident.

A mother and her two daughters were found dead in their Bedfordshire home, prompting a murder investigation and a manhunt for Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who left the UK and is believed to be in Zimbabwe. Family members expressed deep grief while requesting privacy, and police appealed for the suspect to surrender as they work with international agencies. Tributes from school leaders described the two girls as bright, beloved members of their communities. Several police units remain at the property, and local residents expressed shock at the incident.

An inquest heard that a couple and their nine-year-old son died after falling from a high-rise residential tower in Elephant and Castle, with police stating the family fell onto another building before their bodies were recovered. The parents died from multiple injuries while the child’s cause of death remains under investigation, with pathology results expected to take months. Emergency services pronounced all three dead shortly after arrival, and police say no other individuals are being sought. The inquest will resume once the police investigation concludes, with local MP Neil Coyle noting the child had severe health problems that may have influenced events.

A major police operation in Schongau, Bavaria, followed reports of a school attack at Welfen-Gymnasium, where a 16-year-old Croatian suspect carrying a knife and firearm was arrested. Two 13-year-old girls were seriously injured but are not in life-threatening condition. Police believe the suspect acted alone and are still investigating how the injuries occurred. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area while inquiries continue.

Denmark reaffirmed that Greenland is not for sale after Donald Trump repeated calls for the United States to take control of the island during a NATO summit in Ankara. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated Denmark would defend its territory and emphasised Greenland’s right to self‑determination. Trump argued the island holds strategic value for the US but not for Denmark, creating tensions that overshadowed summit discussions on defence spending and support for Ukraine. NATO leaders, including Secretary General Mark Rutte, worked to reassert alliance unity, while new figures showed several members continue to fall short of defence spending targets.

Three men were sentenced to five years and three months in prison for stealing 79 boxes of the weight‑loss drug Mounjaro, valued at nearly £1 million, from a healthcare distribution centre in St Albans. Police identified them through phone data, CCTV and ANPR, later recovering over £60,000 in cash. Two of the men also admitted possessing criminal property. Authorities described the burglary as carefully planned and posing a public health risk due to the improper handling of refrigerated pharmaceuticals.

A Barbados-to-London British Airways flight was cancelled after several crew members allegedly became drunk at a hotel shortly before departure, affecting more than 300 passengers. Reports claim some crew members became ill or collapsed, and other hotel guests filmed the incident. British Airways has suspended the staff involved and launched an investigation.

A major scrapyard fire in Old Basford, Nottingham prompted evacuations, road closures and warnings for residents to keep windows shut. Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue deployed multiple crews, reporting the blaze was contained and expected to be fully controlled within hours. Five homes and a nearby business were evacuated, with no injuries reported. Police assisted with cordons and traffic management as large plumes of smoke spread across the area. Residents affected by the evacuation expressed distress over being forced to leave pets behind while emergency services worked to bring the fire under control.

An 18-year-old London student, Umar Dumbuya, died after entering the River Wye during a Duke of Edinburgh expedition in Glasbury, Powys. His family released a tribute describing him as a loving and kind young man whose death has left a profound impact. Emergency services conducted a large-scale search before recovering his body. The Duke of Edinburgh Award organisation expressed deep sadness and is working with his college and authorities to understand the circumstances of the incident.

An unexploded ordnance discovered in an unoccupied property on Ismere Way in Kidderminster prompted a 100‑metre police cordon and the evacuation of nearby residents. West Mercia Police called in Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists, who assessed and safely removed the item for disposal. Road closures and the cordon were subsequently lifted, and residents were allowed to return home as authorities confirmed the situation was secured.

Marks & Spencer plans major upgrades to its refrigeration systems after equipment failures during June’s record heatwave, investing in units capable of handling temperatures up to 45C. The announcement came as the UK enters another heatwave, with forecasts predicting temperatures reaching the mid-30s across southern England. The Met Office has issued multiple heat alerts and warns that extreme temperatures are increasingly likely due to climate change. Senior figures from M&S and the Met Office outlined expectations for the coming days and the long-term risks of rising temperatures.

A prison inmate, Declan Winkless, had his sentence increased from three years and four months to five years after the Court of Appeal ruled the original term for smuggling and misconduct was too lenient. Winkless, already serving 11 years for aggravated burglary, filmed sexual activity with prison officer Alicia Novas and leaked it on Snapchat. Novas, who was 18 when the relationship began, received a three‑year sentence for smuggling contraband and passing confidential intelligence. Investigators found extensive communication between the two before and after her arrest, violating her bail conditions.

A decade-long harassment campaign by Daniel Wilson led to James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli selling her longtime home and living in constant fear. Wilson repeatedly breached restraining orders, left threatening messages, and damaged property, including a hospital and several vehicles. A court attributed his actions to psychiatric issues, exacerbated by drug use, and imposed an indefinite hospital order with restrictions. Evidence described his fixation on Broccoli and history of delusional beliefs, while experts outlined risks of future stalking and violence.

A safeguarding investigation has begun into the care of a 30-year-old Norfolk man with learning difficulties who was arrested on suspicion of attempting to murder a three-year-old boy allegedly thrown into a crocodile enclosure at a Cambridgeshire zoo. The child remains in stable condition after multiple surgeries. Norfolk County Council confirmed a Section 42 inquiry but said it does not provide or commission the suspect’s care. Cambridgeshire Police continue to investigate the incident, during which the zoo co-owner reportedly rescued the child.

Amber heat health alerts were issued for six regions of England as high temperatures are expected to increase health risks, particularly for older people and those with medical conditions. Additional yellow alerts cover northern areas, with forecasts predicting temperatures reaching up to 35C in southern England later in the week. The Met Office noted this is the third heatwave of the year but not expected to be record-breaking, and advised precautions due to high UV levels.

Amber heat health alerts have been issued for six regions of England from July 8 to 12 due to forecast temperatures reaching up to 35C, with officials warning of increased health risks, particularly for older people and those with medical conditions. Yellow alerts were also issued for northern regions. The Met Office forecasts widespread hot conditions across England and Wales, with high UV levels and warm nights in urban areas, prompting advice for precautions during the heatwave.

An arsonist, Andrew Gorrell, was sentenced to life in prison for killing 82-year-old John Edwards after setting a wheelie bin on fire outside the victim’s home, with two relatives also left in comas. Gorrell was wearing a Nightmare on Elm Street T-shirt during the random attack, which resulted in Edwards dying in hospital two weeks later.

A small fire at Bristol Royal Infirmary prompted an emergency response, temporary evacuations, and nearby road closures before being extinguished. Crews cleared smoke and confirmed there were no injuries, with normal hospital operations continuing as planned.

The UK is entering its third heatwave of the year with temperatures expected to reach 34–35C, though without the extreme heat, humidity or warm nights seen in June. Forecasts indicate several consecutive days of hot weather across England, Wales, and parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland. Amber heat‑health alerts have been issued for six regions from July 8 to 12 due to likely impacts on health and social care services, particularly for vulnerable groups. Conditions are expected to ease toward more typical summer temperatures during the week beginning July 13.

Police are investigating the rape of a 17-year-old girl at Berryhill Fields in Stoke-on-Trent after receiving a report on July 2. A crime scene was established and officers are searching for the suspect. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Staffordshire Police or provide details anonymously through Crimestoppers.

A serious crash on the M25 clockwise between Junctions 24 and 25 caused two lane closures, four miles of congestion and delays of around 45 minutes. Emergency services remained at the scene while vehicle recovery was arranged, with drivers urged to expect continued disruption.

The Attorney General argued before the Court of Appeal that three boys convicted of multiple rapes and indecent image offences should have received detention rather than youth rehabilitation orders, calling the original sentences unduly lenient. Prosecutors said the seriousness and volume of offending made custody the only appropriate sentence, while defence barristers maintained the trial judge correctly applied legal principles and considered the boys’ developmental and psychological conditions. One victim described lasting trauma from the attacks. The appeal hearing, overseen by senior judges, is set to conclude on Thursday.

Sixteen children were found in severely unsafe conditions in a Hamden, Ohio home, leading to four adults being arrested on felony child‑endangerment charges. Two of the children required air transport to trauma centers due to their injuries. Officials, including Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson, described the environment as the worst they had encountered. The children ranged from 18 months to 18 years old, and investigators say the case does not involve human trafficking. Authorities continue to examine the property as the suspects await court appearances.

Three people died from asphyxiation during World Cup celebrations near Paseo de la Reforma in Mexico City after Mexico qualified for the tournament’s round of 16. Emergency services responded but were unable to revive the victims. Mexico City’s head of government, Clara Brugada, expressed condolences and urged responsible celebrations. Mexico’s 2–0 win over Ecuador sets up a potential match against England pending their result against DR Congo.

A 22-year-old man died after being stabbed near Heathrow Airport, prompting a murder investigation and the closure of part of the A4 in Hounslow. Metropolitan Police and the London Ambulance Service responded but were unable to save the victim. No arrests have been made, and a large crime scene with road closures remains in place while detectives appeal for witnesses and CCTV or mobile footage. Patrols have been increased as enquiries continue into the circumstances of the attack.

A 22-year-old man was fatally stabbed near Heathrow Airport, prompting a murder investigation by the Metropolitan Police. The incident occurred on or near an N9 bus, though the exact circumstances remain unclear. A large crime scene and road closures remain in place as forensic work continues. Detectives have made no arrests and are appealing for witnesses and any CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage that may assist the investigation. Increased police patrols have been deployed in the area.

Forecast models indicate that 26 counties in the UK could see temperatures reach 30C or higher early next week, with the Met Office reporting that another heatwave is increasingly likely. High pressure building from the Azores is expected to bring warm to very warm conditions across England and Wales, though temperatures are not expected to match the extreme levels recorded during the previous week’s heat. Peaks of up to 33C are predicted around Greater London and Berkshire, with hot conditions spreading eastward by July 7.

Forecasters predict another period of hot weather across the UK, with temperatures expected to reach 30C or higher in 26 counties early next week. High pressure building from the Azores is set to bring settled and very warm conditions, with the southeast likely to experience the highest temperatures. While a heatwave is considered increasingly likely, the Met Office says the extreme heat and humidity seen during the previous week are not expected to return.

Three Irish nationals, Mark McCullagh, Michaela Newcombe and Amy McCullagh, died in a taxi and car collision on the A7 motorway near Malaga, while Ian McCullagh survived with serious injuries. The victims, all from Mullingar, had been in Spain, with Ian and Amy married there in 2024. Tributes described Ms Newcombe as kind and full of life, and local councillor Julie McCourt said the tragedy had deeply shocked the community.

A man who created a fake Tinder profile in his ex‑girlfriend’s name and lured at least 18 men to her home under the guise of a violent sexual fantasy was sentenced to eight years in prison at Chester Crown Court. Asad Hussain used multiple phones, false identities and other tactics to evade police while sending up to 35 men to the victim’s address, causing repeated fear, property damage and distress to her and her daughter. The court highlighted his controlling behaviour during their brief relationship and his continued denial of responsibility. He was convicted of stalking involving serious alarm or distress, assault by beating and failing to comply with a legal notice, and was also given a 15‑year restraining order.

Emergency crews recovered the body of a 15-year-old boy who went missing in the water at Clifton Country Park in Manchester after getting into difficulty during hot weather. Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious and urged the public to avoid swimming in open water. The incident adds to several recent drownings across the UK, prompting renewed attention to The Mirror’s ‘Save Lives for Sam’ campaign calling for stronger water safety measures, including compulsory lessons, improved equipment and national awareness efforts.

A Welsh rugby club paid tribute to 14-year-old player Louis Cramp following his death from osteosarcoma, highlighting his dedication to the sport and the community support surrounding him. Diagnosed after a 2024 accident, he underwent extensive treatment but later developed additional tumours. Cardigan RFC described him as a beloved member whose impact will be long remembered. His community raised funds to help his family create memorable experiences, while his mother expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from friends, the club, charities, and medical teams.

A United Airlines flight approaching Newark Liberty International Airport reported nearly striking a drone, described as a circular object about three feet wide and roughly 100 feet below the aircraft. The Boeing 737, carrying 106 passengers and five crew members from Key West, landed safely without injuries. A second pilot also reported a drone sighting, prompting the Federal Aviation Administration to open an investigation amid frequent reports of unauthorized drones near airports.

Rescuers in Venezuela pulled a father and son alive from a collapsed building after they spent four days trapped following two major earthquakes in La Guaira. Their extraction required a 12‑hour operation using specialist search equipment and support from French Civil Security and a U.S. rescue team. The national death toll has exceeded 1,450, with tens of thousands injured and more than 50,000 people reported missing as disrupted communications hinder family reunification. Continued aftershocks pose further risks as over 2,600 rescue workers search for survivors, though hopes diminish as operations enter a fifth day.