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One dead and 19 injured after migrant shipwreck found off Mallorca

The vessel was found more than four kilometres off Mallorca’s southern coast after a private boat rescued an immigrant from the sea who alerted authorities to the shipwreck.

France

France probes death of streamer over concerns of 'horrifying' violence

Raphael Graven — who was known online as Jean Pormanove or JP — died during a live stream after days of violence and abuse, according to reports.

Culture news

'Ketamine Queen' to plead guilty in death of Matthew Perry

A woman who was charged with selling 'Friends' star Matthew Parry the dose of the drug that killed him has agreed to plead guilty.

USA

Heavy rain and flooding in Tennessee kill at least four

At least four people died in Tennessee due to heavy rain and flooding, causing chaos and dramatic rescues. A family was killed by a fallen tree in East Ridge.

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Health news

Inside Slovenia’s debate over its new assisted dying law

Slovenian lawmakers passed an assisted dying bill last month, but opponents are already rallying to repeal it.

USA

At least two people dead, 10 injured in US Steel plant explosion

The plant, a massive industrial facility along the Monongahela River south of Pittsburgh, is considered the largest coking operation in North America and is one of four major US Steel plants in Pennsylvania.

Healthcare

Italy sees botulism outbreaks linked to contaminated food

Botulism is a rare but serious illness that can be fatal in extreme circumstances.

Gaza

Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike on Gaza City

The Israeli military confirmed it had targeted Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif, claiming he led "a terrorist cell of Hamas," allegations al-Sharif and the media network had previously denied.

Turkey

One killed after 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey's Balıkesir

The quake, with its epicentre in the town of Sındırgı, sent shockwaves felt some 200 kilometres to the north, in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul.

Culture news

Oasis fans raise more than €17,000 for family of man who died at show

Lee Claydon died on Saturday 2 August after falling from one of the upper stands in Wembley Stadium during an Oasis show. A GoFundMe page has been set up and has so far raised more than £15,000 (€17,000).

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‘The Walking Dead’ actress Kelley Mack dies aged 33

Kelley Mack, who appeared in many TV shows including AMC's The Walking Dead, died after battling a type of tumor that affects the brain or spinal cord. She is remembered for her "infectious enthusiasm and dedication to her work" which "inspired countless others in the industry and beyond."

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Gaza boy searches rubble for grandparents after deadly Israeli attack

A video posted by journalist Saeed Hasaballah on Sunday shows a young boy searching through the rubble of a collapsed building in Gaza after an Israeli strike.

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Man falls to his death at Oasis concert at London's Wembley Stadium

The tragedy took place on Saturday night at Wembley Stadium and the fan's death was confirmed on Sunday by the Metropolitan Police. The band have extended their condolences to the family and friends of the person who fell to his death.

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WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan's cause of death revealed

Florida's governor Ron DeSantis has said flags will be flown at half-staff at all official buildings today, which he declared "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida".

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Protesters demand resignation nine months after Valencia floods

Nine months after the Dana floods claimed 228 lives in the province of Valencia, the town of Catarroja held a protest on Tuesday over the regional government's handling of the disaster.

Culture news

Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral cortege to make final trip through Birmingham

Huge crowds are expected to gather in Birmingham, UK, this afternoon as fans will pay their respects to Ozzy Osbourne. His funeral cortege will make its way through the city. "We're going to pay our last respects and homage to one of the greatest living legends of Birmingham,” said the city’s mayor.

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‘The Simpsons’ creator makes bold Donald Trump-based prediction

The Simpsons creator Matt Groening was at San Diego Comic-Con and made a bold claim about the show's future...

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Professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan dies at 71, WWE says

He was the main draw for the first WrestleMania in 1985 and was a fixture for years, facing everyone from Andre The Giant and Randy Savage to The Rock and even company chairman Vince McMahon.

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Shifting winds trap fire crews in deadly wildfire in Turkey

Ten people, including volunteers, were killed while battling wildfires in Turkey’s Eskisehir province on Wednesday.

Culture news

Doctor pleads guilty to supplying Matthew Perry with ketamine

Dr. Salvador Plasencia agreed last month to plead guilty to giving the Friends actor ketamine in the lead up to his death. He faces up to 40 years in prison.