Community Vigil Honors Victims of Compton Fourth of July Shootings
A vigil in Compton remembered a nursing student and a housing authority employee killed in a July 4 party shooting, while authorities continue to investigate both incidents.
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NATO chief urges faster air-defence aid to Ukraine as Russia intensifies attacks
At the Ankara NATO summit, Secretary-General Mark Rutte called for accelerated weapons deliveries, especially air-defence systems, citing Ukraine’s recent battlefield gains and Russia’s continued missile and drone strikes.
North Korea showcases heavily armed Kang Kon warship with extensive machine-gun array
North Korea displayed its new Kang Kon frigate, firing cruise missiles, a 5-inch gun, CIWS and at least a dozen heavy machine guns during a demonstration attended by Kim Jong Un, with officials saying the ship will be commissioned within two months.
Canada selects German firm TKMS for 12-submarine procurement
Canada announced a multi-billion-dollar contract with German shipbuilder TKMS to build a fleet of 12 new submarines, part of a broader effort to modernise its navy and increase defence spending.
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UN agency says over 300 children killed or injured in Sudan conflict in first half of 2026
UNICEF reported that more than 300 children have been killed or wounded in Sudan since January, with drone attacks responsible for the majority of casualties.
Gun Violence Claims at Least 43 Lives Over Fourth of July Weekend
More than 40 people were killed and dozens injured in a series of shootings across the United States during the Independence Day weekend, including an incident involving soccer fans in Los Angeles.
ICE reports arrests of undocumented immigrants with violent crime convictions over Independence Day weekend
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said it detained several undocumented individuals with murder, sexual assault and drug trafficking convictions during a nationwide operation over the July 4 holiday.
Four Dead Including Rittman Police Sergeant After Night of Shootings in Wayne County
A police sergeant, three other victims and a suspect were killed during a shooting incident in Rittman, Ohio, while four sheriff's deputies were wounded.
Social media personality Brianna Johnson killed in Florida shooting after early-morning party
Brianna Johnson, known online as DreamDoll Bri, died after a shooting incident involving a Lamborghini SUV in Miramar, Florida, early Sunday morning.
UK fighter jets escort Russian patrol aircraft near carrier in North Atlantic
Two UK F-35s intercepted a Russian Bear-F patrol plane that flew close to the HMS Prince of Wales carrier group in the Norwegian Sea, the defence ministry said.
Interesting
Millions Attend Funeral Procession After Iran's Supreme Leader Killed in U.S. Drone Strike
Thousands gathered in Tehran and other cities to mourn Iran's supreme leader after a U.S. drone strike, while officials call for restraint amid rising regional tensions.
Four injured in east Los Angeles shootings after England-Mexico World Cup match
Police said four people were wounded in separate shootings near Whittier Boulevard on Sunday night, hours after the England versus Mexico World Cup game, and no arrests have been made.
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