THE REGISTER
both occurring close to the surface — BBC News
Two earthquakes strike Venezuela within seconds as a Supreme Court ruling clears the path to deport 356,000 people and an Ebola case crosses from the DRC into France.
A morning of simultaneous emergencies across four theaters — and the people inside the quieter ones are largely absent from the reporting.
Today's stories
More from today's coverage, told in the same calm voice.
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Venezuela Earthquakes Kill at Least 235 People
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela in quick succession, a 7.2 followed seconds later by a 7.5, leaving at least 235 people dead and around 4,300 injured. Both quakes occurred near the surface, which amplified the destruction. Emergency crews are searching collapsed buildings for survivors, with hundreds still reported missing and thousands displaced.
"Both quakes occurred close to the surface, making the destruction more severe."
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Iran Strike Forces US Naval Policy Review
An Iranian military strike on a US naval installation in the Strait of Hormuz region caused significant damage and prompted a reassessment of American military posture in the Gulf. The attack resulted in casualties and left commercial vessels stranded in the waterway. US officials are now weighing their response options amid heightened tensions over one of the world's most critical shipping lanes.
"Iran devastated an American naval base and caused a U.S. recalculation."
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Supreme Court Clears Way to End TPS Protections
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to allow the Trump administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for roughly 350,000 Haitian and 6,100 Syrian nationals living legally in the United States. The majority opinion, written by Justice Samuel Alito, overturned lower court injunctions that had blocked the move. The affected individuals, many of whom have lived and worked in the US for years, now face the prospect of deportation.
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USMNT Exits Home World Cup in Group Stage
The United States men's national soccer team has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup at the group stage, failing to advance on home soil. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino's side could not secure the results needed to progress, ending what was a heavily anticipated tournament run for the host nation. The early exit will prompt questions about the team's readiness and Pochettino's future in the role.
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Oil prices return to pre-war levels after Iran deal
Crude oil prices have fallen back to levels seen before the US-Iran conflict, following a Memorandum of Understanding signed on 17 June that opened a 60-day window for nuclear negotiations. The agreement has allowed tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to resume, easing supply concerns that had driven prices higher during the war. Global consumers and UK drivers stand to benefit from lower fuel costs as markets stabilise.
"The cost of crude has been moving sharply lower since the US and Iran signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 17 June which set out a 60-day period for negotiations on Tehran's nuclear programme."
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France raises heat alert as Europe bakes
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu raised the national health alert to its highest level as a heatwave moved across central Europe, prompting Paris to restrict outdoor alcohol sales and consumption. Hospitals increased staffing to handle rising admissions. Spain recorded 213 heat-related deaths between Sunday and Wednesday, while France reported fatalities in the Rennes region and one child found dead in a car near Paris.
"The health alert level was raised to its highest to boost hospital staffing and protect the vulnerable."
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Jury Deadlocked in Palisades Fire Arson Trial
Jurors in the Los Angeles trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, accused of starting the Palisades Fire, have told the court they cannot reach a verdict. The fire killed at least 12 people and destroyed more than 6,800 structures. The deadlock delays any resolution for both the defendant and the communities affected by one of California's most destructive recent fires. The trial continues as the court considers next steps.
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King Charles discloses £12.9 million tax payment voluntarily
King Charles III paid £12.9 million in tax for the 2024–25 financial year, with his office confirming the disclosure was a personal choice made by both the King and Prince William. Neither is legally required to publish their tax figures. The move is part of a broader effort by the royal household to demonstrate financial transparency to the British public.
"The publication of how much tax the King and Prince William voluntarily pay was a personal decision made by both men."
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Starmer's Labour Leadership Collapses Under Party Pressure
Keir Starmer's position as UK Prime Minister became untenable after Labour MPs concluded that the electorate had lost confidence in his leadership. The shift was gradual but decisive, with parliamentary opinion hardening until his departure appeared unavoidable. The UK now faces a Labour leadership transition with broader consequences for the party's direction and electoral prospects.
"The view of Labour MPs, channelling what they saw as the view of the electorate, calcified to a point where Sir Keir's imminent departure became near inevitable."
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Boy charged with murder of missing Welsh girl
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the discovery of a body during the search for Lilly Blaina, a missing girl in Blaenau Gwent, south Wales. Gwent Police and the Crown Prosecution Service authorised the charge after the search concluded. The case involves two teenagers, and the investigation is being handled by local authorities.
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