President Donald Trump launched America’s 250th independence celebrations with a National Mall rally after several performers withdrew over concerns the events had become political. The broader semiquincentennial program includes a 16-day state fair, a large July 4 fireworks display and events across the country.
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Two students, ages 14 and 15, were arrested after police said they opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban, killing three classmates and wounding seven others. Authorities are investigating a possible bullying-related motive and how the teens obtained the firearms.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake in the southern Philippines killed at least 37 people and injured hundreds, with rescuers searching collapsed buildings and isolated villages. Officials said aftershocks, landslides and damaged roads were slowing relief efforts across Mindanao.
A magnitude-7.8 earthquake off Mindanao killed at least 35 people, damaged buildings and triggered tsunami alerts across the region. Philippine officials said thousands of families were displaced as aftershocks continued.
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines, triggering tsunami warnings across parts of Asia and the western Pacific. Officials urged coastal residents in several Philippine provinces to evacuate to higher ground or move inland.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to unauthorized ships, significantly disrupting a key maritime route that handles about 20% of the world’s crude oil and causing Brent crude prices to surge above $110 per barrel. Iran has enforced this closure by turning back vessels, imposing hefty fees near Larak Island, and is considering formal legislation for these charges, while also hinting at threats to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, another critical shipping lane. The closure and ongoing conflict have stranded around 20,000 seafarers in the region, led to casualties, and prompted calls from the UAE for a multinational force to secure the strait and stabilize global energy markets.
K-pop supergroup BTS reunited for their first concert in nearly four years at Seoul's historic Gwanghwamun Square, drawing tens of thousands of fans and marking a symbolic return after completing their mandatory military service. The performance featured traditional Korean elements, songs from their new album "Arirang," and global hits, and was live-streamed on Netflix to a worldwide audience. This concert launched BTS's extensive global tour, highlighting their enduring cultural impact and resilience.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport following an Interpol warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity related to his anti-drug campaign. The arrest, confirmed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s office, is part of the ICC's investigation into the mass killings and human rights violations during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022. This development underscores the international community's concern over Duterte's policies and highlights the broader implications of international justice and accountability for former leaders.