A protest in Sunderland's Keel Square turned violent, resulting in a police station being set on fire and officers being attacked. Eight people were arrested for various offences, including violent disorder and burglary. Three police officers were injured, with two requiring further treatment. The riot, involving several hundred protesters, appeared to be a response to the recent Southport stabbings. Despite police efforts to contain the crowd, protesters threw projectiles and chanted slogans, leading to a night of unrest and condemnation of "criminal thuggery". The incident is currently under investigation.

The Kerala government has intensified rescue efforts in Wayanad, where landslides have claimed 344 lives. To aid in the search for survivors, deep search radars have been deployed, including one Xaver radar and four Reeco radars airlifted from Delhi. Over 200 people remain missing, and the Indian Army, Kerala Police, and emergency services are leading the rescue operations, assisted by private companies and volunteers. The search, now in its fifth day, is a massive effort to locate those trapped under debris and in collapsed houses, with hopes of finding survivors fading by the hour.

The Indian Embassy in Beirut has issued a warning to Indian nationals advising them against traveling to Lebanon until further notice. Those already in Lebanon have been urged to leave the country immediately. This advisory comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East following Israel's killing of top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. The Embassy is closely monitoring the situation and has advised Indian nationals in Israel to remain vigilant and follow safety protocols. The safety and security of Indian citizens in the region is the top priority, and the Embassy will continue to provide updates and guidance as necessary.

The US has revoked plea deals that would have spared 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two others from the death penalty. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin took control of the case, withdrawing agreements made by the Guantanamo war court's former chief, Susan Escallier. The move follows criticism from Republican lawmakers. Mohammed and his accomplices had agreed to plead guilty just two days prior, likely in exchange for avoiding the death penalty. The decision comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding the Guantanamo Bay detention facility, where Mohammed has been held since 2006.

The United States will deploy additional warships and fighter jets to the Middle East to help defend Israel from potential attacks by Iran and its proxies, according to the Pentagon. This move comes amid heightened regional tensions following the assassination of Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh in Iran and a Hezbollah commander. The Pentagon has placed missile defense forces on increased readiness, emphasizing its "ironclad" commitment to Israel's defense. Iranian leader Ayatollah Khamenei has vowed "harsh punishment" against Israel for Haniyeh's killing and declared three days of national mourning. Haniyeh, 62, was killed in Tehran on Wednesday, with Iran and Hamas blaming Israel for the attack.

Italian boxer Angela Carini has apologized to her Algerian opponent Imane Khelif after their Olympic bout ended abruptly on Thursday. Carini stopped the fight after just 46 seconds, citing a painful punch from Khelif. The sudden end sparked controversy and discussion. In an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, Carini expressed regret and sadness over the incident. She explained her decision to abandon the fight, citing the intensity of the pain. Carini's apology comes amid ongoing debate about the bout's conclusion and her actions during the match.

The Park Fire in California has grown to 624 square miles, making it the fourth-largest wildfire in US history. The fire has destroyed over 540 structures and damaged 50, with nearly 6,400 firefighters working to contain it. Allegedly started by arson in a park in the Sierra Nevada foothills, the fire has been fueled by dry, hot conditions. Thunderstorms expected over the weekend may bring fire-starting lightning and erratic winds, posing a challenge to progress made. Firefighters are preparing for treacherous conditions as they battle the massive wildfire.

Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, V.K. Birdi chaired a review meeting with senior officers to discuss recent developments and challenges. He directed officers to enhance security plans, increase surveillance of anti-national elements, and boost area dominations. Birdi also emphasized the need to secure vulnerable targets and monitor social media to prevent misinformation. The meeting aimed to ensure peaceful conduct of upcoming events in the region. The officers were instructed to take necessary measures to prevent any untoward incidents and maintain law and order in the Kashmir Zone.

On Day 7 of the Paris Olympics, Lakshya Sen made history by becoming the first Indian to reach the men’s singles badminton semi-finals, defeating Chou Tien Chen. The Indian men’s hockey team secured a stunning 3-2 victory over Australia in their final Pool B match. In contrast, Tajinderpal Singh Toor failed to qualify for the men’s shot put final, finishing 14th with a throw of 18.05 meters. India’s mixed archery team lost the bronze medal match to the USA. The global medal tally at the Paris Olympics sees the United States leading with 42 medals, including 9 golds. France follows with 33 medals, while China holds 30. India remains in 45th place with three bronze medals.

The death toll from cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh has reached 8, with three more bodies found during ongoing rescue operations. Flash floods triggered by these incidents have severely impacted Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla districts. Efforts to locate 45 missing individuals are ongoing, with drones and NDRF teams deployed. In Uttarakhand, rescue operations have been bolstered with military helicopters evacuating stranded pilgrims from Kedarnath. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu is actively managing the relief efforts, while officials in Uttarakhand continue to assist those affected by the heavy rains.