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Father of Georgia school shooter gets 15 years in prison

July 30, 2026 |

Colin Gray was sentenced to 15 years in prison for giving his teenage son the rifle used in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting. Victims’ families said the attack was preventable, while prosecutors argued Gray ignored clear warning signs.

Afghan woman fights deportation in first terrorist removal court case

July 30, 2026 |

Crime and US

The Justice Department’s first use of the Alien Terrorist Removal Court is drawing a constitutional challenge from Nazira Haji Zada, a lawful permanent resident accused of supporting ISIS. Her lawyer says the secretive process violates due process, while prosecutors allege she helped radicalize relatives involved in a 2024 election-related plot.

U.S. growth slows as inflation eases but stays high

July 30, 2026 |

Financial and US

The U.S. economy grew at a 1.5% annual rate in the second quarter, below forecasts, as the Iran war, higher energy prices and rising imports weighed on output. Inflation eased in June but remained above the Federal Reserve’s target, while consumer spending stayed solid.

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World News

Ceuta seeks help as migrants cross from Morocco

July 30, 2026 |

Politics and World

Ceuta’s leader says the Spanish enclave is facing a humanitarian and social emergency after hundreds of migrants crossed from Morocco by sea and land. Madrid has promised additional resources, while the interior minister is expected to visit Friday.

Bank of England holds rates as Iran war clouds inflation outlook

July 30, 2026 |

Financial and World

The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% but said it could raise them if the Iran war keeps energy prices high. Governor Andrew Bailey stressed the Bank is not currently steering markets toward a hike.

U.S. launches heavy strikes on Iran after Jordan base attack

July 30, 2026 |

Politics, US and World

The U.S. military said it struck dozens of Iranian Revolutionary Guard targets after Iran attacked a base housing U.S. forces in Jordan. Iran, Jordan and Kuwait reported new attacks as the fighting spread across multiple fronts.

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