Peter Hennessy

A gunman opened fire with an AR-style rifle at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, killing multiple people and injuring several others before also dying at the scene. Police said the threat to the community was over but had not yet established the gunman's identity, motive or final casualty count. Witnesses described chaotic scenes, employees helping an injured colleague and people fleeing the restaurant. Authorities sealed off the area, interviewed witnesses and urged the public to avoid the location while hospitals and emergency agencies coordinated the response.

Air-raid sirens sounded in Lublin, Poland, after reports circulated that a Russian missile may have entered Polish airspace during Russian attacks on Ukraine. Polish authorities had not confirmed an incursion, but a provincial spokesperson said a credible warning of air strikes had been received. Poland deployed fighter and early-warning aircraft and placed air-defense and radar systems on alert as a precaution; the sirens later stopped without further reported alerts.

A major incident was declared after a large, wind-driven wildfire spread across Dunwich Heath on the Suffolk coast toward St James' Church, near the Sizewell B nuclear power plant. Around 90 firefighters were deployed, while the public was told to avoid the area, keep roads clear and close windows and doors if affected by smoke. The fire occurred amid an amber heat-health alert covering parts of England. In Scotland, firefighters reported progress in containing a separate Cairngorms wildfire, though the risk of flare-ups remained high and significant damage had already been caused to wildlife, woodland and nearby communities.

Jeremy Clarkson reflects on being bullied as a child and recalls his mother's blunt advice, noting how it later shaped his self-awareness. The column also follows Clarkson’s response to Chris Packham, who criticised Clarkson’s Farm during Celebrity Gogglebox. Clarkson countered by highlighting Packham’s prior visit to his farm, suggesting he should know its reality. The article contrasts Clarkson’s current confidence in addressing critics with his more vulnerable childhood experiences.

Argentina’s post‑match celebrations following their World Cup semi‑final win over England led to potential FIFA sanctions after Cristian Romero and Giovani Lo Celso displayed a banner asserting Argentina’s claim over the Falklands. FIFA prohibits political messages inside stadiums, and the incident is expected to be reported. The act contrasted with manager Lionel Scaloni’s call to avoid mixing football with the historical conflict, while Argentina’s vice‑president heightened tensions with inflammatory remarks. The episode sparked online anger and minor clashes outside the stadium. Falkland Islands representatives reiterated their commitment to remaining a UK territory. Argentina now prepares to face Spain in the final, while England will meet France in the third‑place play‑off.