House passes measure to restrain Trump on Iran
The vote marks the first test of Republican support for the conflict since President Donald Trump resumed military strikes against Tehran this month.
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Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May
The price of Brent crude rose more than 5% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.
Kuwait-Iraq border crossing hit in drone attack
Kuwait’s Defence Ministry said a drone attack hit the Abdali border crossing with Iraq, causing damage but no casualties
Trump says Saudi nuclear pact hinges on kingdom joining Abraham Accords
Claim casts further confusion over deal to launch US-supported civilian nuclear programme in Saudi Arabia.
Farato families urge government to intervene in long-running land dispute
By Louise Jobe Representatives of 19 families in Farato, Kombo South, have called on the Government of The Gambia to intervene in a long-running land dispute, warning that tensions in the community
Rayner rules out repaying severance cash after making cabinet return
The returning housing secretary received £16,876 after leaving government in September 2025.
Magistrate Dem convicts two men of conspiracy, impersonation and stealing
By Louise Jobe The Brikama Magistrates’ Court has convicted and sentenced two young men to prison after finding them guilty of conspiracy to commit a felony, impersonation and stealing, while acquitting four
Wildfires and record dry conditions trigger drought in parts of Wales
Wales has seen about 5% of the average rainfall for July, after a series of back-to-back heatwaves.
Witness tells court accused started altercation before fatal stabbing of former UTG Students’ leader
By Mariama Marong The prosecution’s seventh witness has told the High Court that Mamadou Bah, also known as Area, started an altercation with Yunusa Mbye before a confrontation that ended with the
A Peptide Showdown: F.D.A. Scientists May Clash With R.F.K.’s Agenda
Agency scientists are advising against allowing widespread use of several peptide injections. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary, has said people should be free to experiment.