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The wife of a teacher killed in a high school shooting in Georgia two years ago told a court on Friday that the families of the four victims had been handed “a life sentence of grief and trauma” by the teenage student who murdered them.Shayna Aspinwall, whose husband Richard died at Apalachee high school, about 45 miles north-east Atlanta, on 4 September 2024, was speaking at the sentencing hearing for Colt Gray, 16, who earlier pleaded to 55 charges, including second-degree murder.Gray admitted during a state court hearing in Barrow county superior court in Winder, Georgia, that he carried out…

Members of the International Criminal Court (ICC) have voted to dismiss Karim Khan as chief prosecutor for alleged sexual misconduct.Elected the ICC’s third prosecutor in 2021, Khan was suspended last month. The decision to remove him was passed with 82 votes in favour.The court’s oversight body found in June he had committed a “serious breach of duty and serious misconduct” by engaging in an improper sexual relationship with a junior ICC staff member and seeking to stop her pursuing her complaint.Khan has repeatedly denied all the allegations against him.His lawyers have described his suspension as “unlawful, procedurally unfair and unsupported…

ToplineSmall businesses sued the Trump administration Friday over President Donald Trump’s new tariffs, marking the first lawsuit against the new trade policy, but many trade experts believe the law Trump used to impose the tariffs should make them harder to strike down in court—though others think the plaintiffs could have a chance.President Donald Trump looks on during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House on July 14.Getty ImagesKey FactsTrump imposed tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on imports of many goods from more than 80 countries, which took effect Friday morning at 12:01 a.m., and small businesses…

Comfort is crucial to the gaming experience. It’s hard to focus on blasting aliens or taking Stoke to the Champions League final if your bum has gone to sleep because you’ve been sitting on an old chair for three hours. We’re spending more time playing games than ever before, so good posture matters. If you have set up a dedicated gaming space, then a rickety seat just won’t cut it.The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more.From luxurious ergonomic thrones to cheap-and-cheerful bucket seats, the options available are bewildering.…

The Pakistani Taliban said four suicide bombers carried out the assault in the country’s northwest.Published On 24 Jul 202624 Jul 2026A suicide attack on a security checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan has killed 27 people, including soldiers, police and gunmen, the army reported.The overnight attack was near the Afghan border in the restive and remote northwest which has ‌long hosted armed groups that carry out attacks.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThe military reported that 12 soldiers, two police officers and a forestry official were killed, along with 12 attackers.They tried to force their way into the checkpoint in the…

Skeletal muscle often begins to deteriorate relatively early in the aging process. Over time, this can cause loss of strength, increased scarring, fat buildup within muscle tissue, and a decline in fast twitch fibers, which support rapid and powerful movements. Researchers led by Professor Ryuichi Tatsumi of Kyushu University’s Faculty of Agriculture have identified a molecule that could protect and enhance an important signal involved in muscle repair. The results were published on July 24, 2026, in Scientific Reports. How the Body Activates Muscle Repair The research focuses on hepatocyte growth factor, or HGF, a protein that helps initiate the…

Britain’s Tyson Fury (R) trades blows with Poland’s Mariusz Wach (R) during a charity boxing bout in Pattaya on July 24, 2026. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) Tyson Fury edged closer to a blockbuster heavyweight clash with Anthony Joshua after defeating Poland’s Mariusz Wach by technical knock-out on Friday, but said he was “not convinced” his fellow Briton would face him. Fury, 37, outclassed Wach in front of 1,500 spectators in the Thai resort city of Pattaya in a bout that was not broadcast live on television. Former two-time world heavyweight champion Fury chipped away relentlessly at the 46-year-old…

Netflix almost pulled the streamer’s recent documentary “Michael Jackson: The Verdict” a week before its release for fear of reprisal, Variety has learned. The three-part docuseries re-examines Jackson’s 2005 criminal trial, which saw the pop superstar acquitted of all charges, including child molestation. It ultimately ran as planned, premiering on June 3. “It would have been very embarrassing to pull the series after you drop the trailer — it would have been a huge story,” a source told Variety. That source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, was one of two who told Variety that “higher ups” at the streamer…

Award-winning Nigerian singer, songwriter, and entertainer Teni has officially released her new EP, ‘The Wellness Package.’ Marking one of the most intentional chapters of her career, the project reflects deep personal growth, healing, and finding joy in everyday life. More than just a collection of songs, ‘The Wellness Package’ serves as an open invitation into Teni’s world, inspired by her experiences over the past few years and framing wellness not as a standard of perfection, but as a lifestyle rooted in community, love, laughter, and daily self-care. This release also signals an exciting strategic partnership as Teni joins forces with…

Former Head of State and Chairman of the National Peace Committee, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd), has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain impartial and ensure justice to all political parties regardless of political pressure. Abubakar gave the advice on Friday when the INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), alongside his national commissioners, paid him a courtesy visit at his residence in Minna, Niger. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the INEC management team also paid a visit to another former Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (rtd), at his Minna residence. Pledging his support for INEC…