Whales and Whaling May 20, 2026 Timmy the Whale Got Stranded Off the German Coast. Then Things Got Weird. A humpback that became stuck in the Baltic seemed to unite a nation in hope. Rescue efforts followed, and then finger-pointing. Timmy the Whale Got Stranded Off the German Coast. Then Things Got Weird. A humpback that became stuck in the Baltic seemed to unite a nation in hope. Rescue efforts followed, and then finger-pointing. See more
Heat and Heat Waves Jul 6, 2026 Extreme Heat Hits Europe for the Third Time This Year It is continent’s third spell of scorching weather since May. Europe is the world’s fastest-warming continent. Extreme Heat Hits Europe for the Third Time This Year It is continent’s third spell of scorching weather since May. Europe is the world’s fastest-warming continent. Share
Perfumes and Fragrances Jul 6, 2026 Inside Bath & Body Works’ Fragrance Factory “Japanese Cherry Blossom” has brought in $1.5 billion over the last 20 years. Can the company’s close-knit network of suppliers come up with the next big thi... Inside Bath & Body Works’ Fragrance Factory “Japanese Cherry Blossom” has brought in $1.5 billion over the last 20 years. Can the company’s close-knit network of suppliers come up with the next big thi... Share
Brazil Jul 6, 2026 Brazil’s World Cup exit raises a question: are they more a brand than a team? A decidedly unremarkable Brazilian team had looked tentative at this tournament. A sixth World Cup title looks a long way offBrazil were 1-0 down. At first,... Brazil’s World Cup exit raises a question: are they more a brand than a team? A decidedly unremarkable Brazilian team had looked tentative at this tournament. A sixth World Cup title looks a long way offBrazil were 1-0 down. At first,... Share
Andy Burnham Jul 6, 2026 Celtic leaders doubt Burnham’s devolution drive will go beyond England’s borders Would-be prime minister has made basic missteps in pitches to Wales, Scotland and Northern IrelandAndy Burnham’s devolution promises are yet to impress scept... Celtic leaders doubt Burnham’s devolution drive will go beyond England’s borders Would-be prime minister has made basic missteps in pitches to Wales, Scotland and Northern IrelandAndy Burnham’s devolution promises are yet to impress scept... Share
Donald Trump Jul 6, 2026 Trump rings New York Stock Exchange bell to mark first trading day for ‘Trump accounts’ US president rings bell from White House and showcases initiative that gives children a $1,000 investment accountDonald Trump rang the bell of the New York S... Trump rings New York Stock Exchange bell to mark first trading day for ‘Trump accounts’ US president rings bell from White House and showcases initiative that gives children a $1,000 investment accountDonald Trump rang the bell of the New York S... Share
E Jean Carroll Jul 6, 2026 Trump denied latest bid to delay $5.8m judgment payment to E Jean Carroll Carroll was awarded damages after New York jury concluded Trump sexually abused her, then defamed her after she publicly described the attackDonald Trump’s l... Trump denied latest bid to delay $5.8m judgment payment to E Jean Carroll Carroll was awarded damages after New York jury concluded Trump sexually abused her, then defamed her after she publicly described the attackDonald Trump’s l... Share
Kirk Jul 6, 2026 Here’s the latest. A judge will determine whether there is enough evidence to go to trial. Mr. Kirk’s widow and parents are expected to be in court. Here’s the latest. A judge will determine whether there is enough evidence to go to trial. Mr. Kirk’s widow and parents are expected to be in court. Share
United States Politics and Government Jul 6, 2026 Who Was Charlie Kirk? Mr. Kirk, an influential right-wing activist, has become a modern-day martyr for conservative evangelical Christians. Who Was Charlie Kirk? Mr. Kirk, an influential right-wing activist, has become a modern-day martyr for conservative evangelical Christians. Share
Jul 6, 2026 Key Moments in the Case of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination The case against the defendant, Tyler Robinson, has played out since last September. Key Moments in the Case of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination The case against the defendant, Tyler Robinson, has played out since last September. Share
Iran Jul 6, 2026 Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s remains were preserved for months, according to Iran’s government. Some Islamic scholars say it was a political and security calcula... Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s remains were preserved for months, according to Iran’s government. Some Islamic scholars say it was a political and security calcula... Share
Prisons and Prisoners Jul 6, 2026 Riot in Sri Lanka’s Negombo prison leaves at least 23 dead The country has faced criticism from human rights activists for the conditions in its prisons, including overcrowding and failing to protect inmates. Riot in Sri Lanka’s Negombo prison leaves at least 23 dead The country has faced criticism from human rights activists for the conditions in its prisons, including overcrowding and failing to protect inmates. Share
Iran Jul 6, 2026 Iran to Bury Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Holy City of Mashhad The city of three million people is home to a gold-domed shrine that Shiite Muslims revere as Iran’s most sacred site. The final ceremony will take place the... Iran to Bury Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Holy City of Mashhad The city of three million people is home to a gold-domed shrine that Shiite Muslims revere as Iran’s most sacred site. The final ceremony will take place the... Share
