A massive riot broke out in Leeds' Harehills area, prompting a large police response. A double-decker bus and police vehicle were set ablaze, with no reported injuries. Police condemned the "criminal minority" behind the unrest, vowing to bring them to justice. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper expressed shock at the scenes, while local councillor Salma Arif urged residents to stay indoors. The incident is under investigation, with police working to restore order and maintain community relations. Additional public order resources have been deployed to quell the disorder.

Former President Barack Obama has advised Joe Biden to reconsider his reelection bid, as reported by the Washington Post. Obama believes Biden’s chances of winning have diminished and suggests the 81-year-old should evaluate his candidacy's viability. Obama, who served as president while Biden was vice president, remains a key figure in the Democratic Party. This recommendation follows Biden's poor debate performance against Donald Trump and growing internal party concerns. Biden, currently isolating at his beach house due to Covid-19, has rejected concerns about his age and fitness, affirming his commitment to continue his presidential campaign.

A drone explosion near US Embassy in Israel's Tel Aviv early Friday caused one fatality and eight injuries. The Israel Defence Forces confirmed the drone as the source of the blast. Shrapnel and shock waves injured four people, while four others were treated for anxiety. The military is investigating the incident, including how the drone entered Israeli airspace without triggering sirens. The air force has increased patrols to defend Israeli skies. The victim's body was found in a nearby building. The incident is under thorough investigation, with no further details released at this time.

Violent clashes between students and police have sparked a high security alert across Bangladesh, with Dhaka under a near-total internet blackout and phone lines down. Protesters stormed the state broadcaster BTV, vandalizing property and setting parts of it ablaze. At least 32 people have died and hundreds injured in days of unrest. Students demand reform of a system reserving public sector jobs for veterans' relatives. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina appealed for calm, but protests continue. The government struggles to contain the crisis, as the country teeters on the brink of chaos.

A riot broke out in Harehills, Leeds, after social services removed children from a Roma Gypsy family. The disturbance began around 5 pm on Luxor Street, with youths overturning a police car and setting a bus on fire. Police intervened to escort agency workers and children to safety. Several roads were closed, and people were advised to avoid the area. West Yorkshire Police confirmed the incident, stating that officers responded to an ongoing disturbance involving agency workers and children. The children were removed to a safe location. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

US President Joe Biden, diagnosed with Covid-19, might reconsider his presidential bid amid growing concerns among Democrats. Former President Barack Obama reportedly told allies that Biden's chances of victory have "greatly diminished," according to the Washington Post. Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi also warned Biden that the party could lose if he doesn’t step down, the Associated Press reported. Biden is currently isolating at his vacation home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The Biden For President campaign has called an all-staff meeting for Friday, July 19, amid difficulties in fundraising. Biden's candidacy is increasingly uncertain.

Former President Donald Trump has officially accepted the Republican Party's nomination for US President, days after an attempt on his life. In his first speech since the incident, Trump vowed to continue his campaign, focusing on border security and economic growth. The event marks a significant milestone in Trump's bid to reclaim the White House. Trump's acceptance comes ahead of the Republican National Convention, where he is expected to be formally nominated as the party's candidate.

Donald Trump’s eldest granddaughter, Kai Madison Trump, made her first public speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on July 17. The 17-year-old praised her grandfather, describing him as a "normal grandpa" who sneaks her candy and soda when her parents aren't looking. Kai, daughter of Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump, shared that Trump calls her during school to check on her golf game. This marked her first major campaign appearance, adding a personal touch to the convention as she highlighted her close relationship with the former president.

In Dhaka, Bangladesh, students set fire to the state broadcaster's building after violent clashes with police left 32 dead. Protesters demand changes to civil service hiring rules. Hundreds overwhelmed riot police who fired rubber bullets at them. The incensed crowd then set ablaze the network's reception building and vehicles outside. An official stated that the broadcast was shut down, but everyone inside was safely evacuated. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina condemned the violence and ordered schools to close indefinitely. Despite her call for calm, violence continued, with many protesters and police injured. Medical personnel were deployed to treat the wounded.

Six people were killed in violent clashes between police and protesters in Bangladesh, prompting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to vow punishment for those responsible. The protests, sparked by dissatisfaction with public sector job quotas, particularly for children of freedom fighters, have led to nationwide university closures for security reasons. Students marched with coffins in Dhaka to mourn the dead, met with tear gas and rubber bullets by police. Critics of the quota system argue it benefits pro-government groups. Authorities have deployed paramilitary forces in major cities amid ongoing demonstrations.