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Aisha Wahab held a lead in California, while voting rights experts expressed skepticism over a pledge by the Trump administration to dispatch 1,000 monitors for US midterm elections. Separately, Michael Cohen shifted from criticizing President Trump to praising him on a radio show. The Navy is considering changes to the USS Doris Miller and Cook Political Report updated its forecast for US Senate races in Texas and Iowa.

Andy Burnham exchanged messages with an individual impersonating Donald Trump’s chief of staff. The prime minister was also in contact with an unknown person pretending to be senior White House aide Susie Wiles. Authorities were informed after concerns were raised, and it is understood that no significant messages were sent.

Naval families with loved ones deployed on US warships amid the Iran war reacted with fury after Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth dismissed their concerns about extreme pressures and dire conditions. The Guardian reported speaking to three naval families who were following the physical and mental stresses bearing down on their relatives.

During a security ruse prompted by an Iranian assassination threat in July, Donald Trump reportedly switched planes. Footage showed the president initially boarding the old Air Force One jumbo jet while cameras were watching, before being secretly shuttled to a smaller plane using an airport catering truck.

Senior Democrats accused Donald Trump’s administration of enabling violent Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, claiming policies created a 'climate of impunity and unbridled violence.' In response, 19 Democratic senators and representatives issued a letter calling for sanctions against extremist settlers and demanding US investigations into nine US citizens killed in the West Bank since 2022.

The Guardian reports that France's Puy du Fou theme park continued working with a Russian oligarch after sanctions were imposed and has ties to Vladimir Putin. Critics claim it rewrites history and serves as a political park.

Free DC is commemorating one year of federal occupation in Washington D.C. with events highlighting local resistance and federal overreach. ICE has been force-feeding hunger strikers in detention facilities, and over 300 Trump Organization accounts were closed due to money-laundering concerns. The Kennedy Center temporarily suspended tours for maintenance, and the People’s Bill of Rights 250 initiative is crowdsourcing constitutional reforms.

A Guardian investigation reveals high levels of microplastics in irrigation canals near a Turkish recycling hub supplied by UK waste companies, contaminating agricultural fields in Adana's Çukurova plain, a major farming region. Turkish farmers are reportedly suffering from the pollution caused by the UK's exported plastic waste.

Sportswriter Howard Bryant accused WNBA player Sophie Cunningham of being 'anti-trans' and 'anti-black' in a Guardian op-ed, comparing her to Colin Kaepernick. Cunningham's stance on protecting girls' sports from biological males aligns with 79% of Americans, per a Pew survey. The article critiques Bryant's claims as unfounded and racially charged.

The UK government's corporate finance adviser, UKGI, admitted that an employee left an internal file with officials' contact details publicly accessible for 40 hours. The breach was disclosed in UKGI's annual report, and the incident was reported to the Information Commissioner's Office. An external review recommended security improvements, most of which have been implemented or are pending.

Under the Trump administration, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) used court orders to perform involuntary medical procedures, including force-feeding, on at least 10 hunger strikers in immigration detention from 2025 to 2026. These procedures, considered torture by human rights groups, occurred at facilities in Texas, Florida, and Washington state, with similar actions reported under President Joe Biden in 2024.

Daphy Michel, a Haitian immigrant, froze to death in Pittsburgh after being released by ICE in 20F temperatures wearing summer clothes. Her family plans to sue the United States and other entities.

Nigel Farage accepted a £5m gift from billionaire donor Christopher Harborne, a key part of an ongoing investigation into financial ties within Reform UK. The Cottrell family's connections and Richard Tice's business dealings are also highlighted as part of a complex network of relationships.

Donald Trump has declared a breakthrough in negotiations over Hamas disarmament in Gaza and Israeli withdrawal, but Israeli government officials have expressed skepticism. The article references Lucy Hough's interview with Julian Borger, the Guardian’s senior international correspondent.

The UK government and police chiefs are reviewing why US military personnel accused of serious crimes on UK soil are avoiding the British justice system by ceding jurisdiction to US military investigators. The review follows revelations by the Guardian about how such cases are handled.

A college professor used a hidden prompt in an essay question to catch AI cheating, with 35 students falling into the trap by including the nonsensical word 'Madagascar.' The experiment revealed students often submitted AI-generated work without reviewing it, raising concerns about academic integrity and critical thinking.

Liza Cochran argues that Vermonters should prioritize voting in the Aug. 11 primary to maintain local agency amid distractions from national politics. The article highlights concerns about President Trump's influence on midterms, including his firing of Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission and efforts to undermine election confidence.

A cyclospora parasite outbreak affecting thousands across 41 states has been exacerbated by cuts to the CDC and FDA under Donald Trump, according to a Guardian reporter. The article discusses the challenges in containing the outbreak and highlights the role of a food supplier in its spread.

Europe is experiencing severe wildfires exacerbated by extreme heatwaves, with France and Spain reporting record land destruction and mass evacuations. A rare pyrocumulonimbus phenomenon has complicated firefighting efforts in southwest France, marking the first such occurrence in the region.

Police are investigating allegations of 'youth-on-youth' misconduct among players at Austin FC's developmental youth academy, leading to expulsions and suspended team activities. The academy reported the allegations to authorities in December 2025 and confirmed ongoing cooperation with law enforcement, which is not disclosing details due to the juvenile involvement.

Scotland Yard is investigating two £250,000 donations to Reform UK by Britain Means Business before the 2024 election. The payments, first revealed by The Guardian, were made through a company controlled by Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice.

The article argues that the feared AI-driven job apocalypse is unlikely to occur soon. It references a Guardian technology article and Hacker News comments as sources.

Bystander video captured the fatal shooting of 38-year-old Corey Ruiz by Madison police, sparking protests in Madison, Wisconsin. The footage was shared with the Guardian and shows the incident occurring on 22 July.

The Pentagon is accused of a cover-up regarding U.S. military casualties in the Iran war, with no press briefings held in two-and-a-half months. Leon Panetta criticized the department's 'shameful approach' to releasing casualty information, alleging it hides the true cost of Donald Trump's war of choice in Iran before the November midterm elections.

The Pentagon is accused of a 'shameful approach' to releasing information about US casualties in the Iran war, according to Leon Panetta. The defense department has not held a press briefing in two-and-a-half months, with officials facing claims of a cover-up to obscure the cost of Donald Trump’s war of choice in Iran.

Guardian reporter Madeleine Aggeler shifted from dieting to 'bulking' to challenge her body image and redefine her relationship with food. She discusses this transformation with Carter Sherman, exploring whether strength training and weightlifting for women are healthy or perpetuate toxic diet culture.

Most people arrested during Henry Nowak protests had prior domestic abuse reports, according to Hampshire police data. Of 37 detained, 22 (59%) were accused or convicted of intimate partner violence crimes, revealed under FOIA by the Guardian.

The EU imposed a €890 million ($1 billion) antitrust fine on Google for illegally favoring its search services and blocking cheaper alternatives, prompting the European Commission to demand fair treatment of third-party services. The decision risks straining EU-US relations amid potential new US tariffs and an existing levy cap.

Republicans and Donald Trump cited a New Jersey software error that registered 6,600 noncitizens to vote as evidence of election fraud, but experts argue the Department of Homeland Security's data is misleading. The error resulted in fewer than 400 noncitizen votes, and DHS has not explained its methodology for claims of 278,000 noncitizens on voter rolls in four states.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is in talks to join a bid for a 30% stake in Liverpool FC. The consortium, led by Amit Bhatia, a former co-owner of Queens Park Rangers, has made a provisional offer of £1.35 billion to Fenway Sports Group.

Trump's spending on D.C. projects, immigration policies, and canceled energy initiatives is estimated to cost $4,325 per household. Locals protest National Guard deployments in D.C., and 52% of Americans describe Trump as 'dangerous.' Trump must hand over financial documents in a defamation lawsuit against the BBC, while D.C. ranks as a top entrepreneurial city.

The Guardian's exclusive polling models show how different UK voting systems could alter parliamentary seat distribution. Under first past the post (FPTP), Reform UK might be 30 seats short of a majority, while proportional systems could create a more balanced parliament reflecting voter choices more accurately.

US immigration agents arrested 43,138 people in June, the highest number since Donald Trump took office in January 2017. The data, analyzed by The Guardian, shows a steady increase in immigration enforcement operations under the Trump administration.

A Harris Poll survey for the Guardian found that 40% of Americans incorrectly believe the stock market only benefits the top 1%, and two-thirds mistakenly think a growing stock market indicates overall economic growth. The poll also revealed that nearly 40% of respondents did not understand that the economy and stock market are distinct.

Two in five Americans believe the stock market only benefits the top 1%, and 40% incorrectly assume the economy and stock market are the same. Two-thirds also mistakenly believe a growing stock market directly indicates economic growth, according to a Harris Poll survey for the Guardian.

UK surrogacy laws are described as 'creaking at the seams' due to rising demand, with nearly 1,000 children born via surrogacy in 2025, double the number in 2015. Experts urge legislative updates to prevent risky international arrangements, driven by factors including increased infertility, more gay couples seeking parenthood, and shifting cultural attitudes.

The Guardian analyzed data from ICE and CBP showing increased immigration enforcement actions since Trump's inauguration, including arrests, detentions, and deportations. The Trump administration has reshaped immigration enforcement policies, with ICE publishing biweekly figures tracked by the outlet.

The Guardian reports on Brazilian forces combating illegal gold mining in Brazil's Indigenous territories, which has led to severe environmental destruction. The article describes the illegal settlement of Vila Cururu, where miners engage in destructive activities.

Australian and New Zealand safety assurances about asbestos in play sand were based on a supplier’s unverified assessment, leading to recalls of Educational Colours products. The ACCC later updated recall notices to warn of potential health risks, contradicting earlier claims of low risk.

Andy Burnham faces challenges in winning back Labour's traditional supporters after Keir Starmer's 2024 election victory, which saw Labour secure 412 seats. Starmer's approval rating dropped sharply from -3 to -66 by September 2025, leading to his removal as prime minister.