Important stories for the day (31-07-2024)

These events happened on this day, as reported by major news sources.

Readers discuss potential new video game projects, including a Deadpool game and a possible collaboration between Mario and Sonic, as well as a rumored FIFA 25.

Major accounting software provider Xero experiences worldwide service disruption.

Inflation increases, strengthening case for RBA to hold off on changes.

Rex workforce changes may result in hundreds of job cuts.

Cops probe release of footage showing shark attack on surfer

US medal 'rigging' leads to disappointing outcome.

A strange, unknown fireball illuminates the sky from California to Texas.

Giants lacked corners after drafting Malik Nabers.

Rockies GM Bill Schmidt makes minor changes to bullpen, but doesn't make any major moves at the trade deadline.

Iran confirms that the leader of Hamas was killed in an assassination in Tehran.

Triathlon in Seine River will proceed despite concerns over water safety.

Australia is facing a pressing issue with a significant increase in cases of sexually transmitted infections.

Convicted murderer claims jail sentence is too long for killing his former spouse.

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Infants with peanut allergies to get first-of-its-kind therapy.

Tonight, an impressive light show may be visible in the Australian skies.

A shocking incident in Sagar as a woman and her two daughters were found dead in their home, leading to suspicions of murder.

Sam Smith is proud to have a painting of himself displayed at the prestigious National Portrait Gallery in London.

After her divorce, a woman turned to weight loss drugs and has since met 150 men.

Enjoy the sunshine in the UK while you can, because a storm is on its way and will take over in 24 hours.

Giants focused on living up to their own high standards.

The Rockies lost to the Angels after giving up an early lead and losing their fifth consecutive game in the series opener. Cal Quantrill struggled.

Most Democrats happy with Harris since Biden's exit: AP-NORC survey shows significant change.

Broncos great Randy Gradishar will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend. Keeler argues that Louis Wright, similar to Deion Sanders in his time, should also be recognized and join him in Canton.

A simple, light bean salad with a cheesy texture and flavor.

Olympics schedule and results: Exciting day ahead for Team GB with events in triathlon, rowing, and gymnastics.

Viking-visited island for sale at £190,000, described as 'magical' and currently uninhabited.

British audiences are becoming increasingly hostile and aggressive, according to comedians.

Boyfriend has a debt of over £23,000 and relies on me for financial support.

Newcomer on Emmerdale catches someone's attention and actor reveals character is homosexual.

83-year-old actress Miriam Margolyes opens up about her health struggles as a registered disabled person.

I have no regrets about not inviting my father to my wedding.

Former BBC host Huw Edwards faces legal action for possession of child pornography.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam reports an overwhelming response of 1.8 crore applications in just 25 days for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana.

Emmerdale announces departure of two characters and a funeral through 20 photos.

Traffic chaos and flight disruptions at Heathrow due to Tube delays during busy commuting time.

Hamas leader assassinated during airstrikes in Iran residence.

A photo of a Man Utd player on crutches and wearing a protective boot sparks concern about their injury.

Reality TV personality Hailey Merkt, known for her appearance on The Bachelor, passes away at the age of 31 following a battle with cancer.

Reported discovery of stolen vintage car and firearms during law enforcement search.

Police looking for trio following multiple robberies at cemetery in Canberra.

A person was taken to the hospital after being rescued from the water at a wave park in Sydney.

Simone Biles responds to MyKayla Skinner's criticism of the Olympic team.

Max Bowden speaks about leaving EastEnders and if he was fired by producers.

Arsenal lost Chido Obi-Martin to Manchester United, a "deal breaking" loss for the team.

A woman tied to a tree in the jungle was rescued by a shepherd who happened to pass by.

Gymnast injured in fall, but still earns Olympic medal.

Mother begs for assistance in locating her daughter who is missing on her birthday.

A 68-year-old traveller is facing charges for allegedly trying to bring $2 million worth of heroin into Sydney.

The Yankees surprisingly withdrew from a deal to trade for Jack Flaherty due to concerns about his medical condition.

"India's PV Sindhu advances to pre-quarters at Paris 2024 Olympics after dominating win over Kristin Kuuba in group stage on Day 5."

Olympic athletes are bringing packed lunches and craving one specific food.

Manchester United disappointed as Everton signs potential replacement for Jarrad Branthwaite.

Newcomer Sydney Martin from Coronation Street hangs out with her best friend from a different soap.

Southport rioter gets no sympathy after being hit with bricks to the head, chest, and private area.

Certain diving scores may be invalidated due to judges' errors or discrepancies, leading to crossed out scores at the Olympics.

A character in EastEnders is filled with anger and fear when they learn of a plot to kill them by Suki and Vinny.

Video shows Olympic boxer accused of assaulting female opponent still allowed to compete.

Vandalism in Mallorca: Graffiti saying "Kill a tourist" appears on wall following anti-tourism demonstration.

Rory McIlroy chose to represent Ireland instead of Team GB at the Olympics.

Police called over expensive sandwiches - are they worth £7.95?

Xbox sales plummet while Activision Blizzard profits rise once more.

The article discusses Katie Price's recent trip to Turkey for cosmetic procedures and the warrant for her arrest issued by a judge.

An iconic EastEnders actor from the 2000s looks completely different in their role in a popular Star Trek film.

Thrasher magazine's review praises the film's "thumping soundtrack."

Emily Atack posts cute pics with newborn despite being in the "Barney bubble."

TV presenter Clare Balding faces backlash for controversial comments about Ireland's win at the 2024 Olympics.

Mountaineers climbed Mt. Tololing to honor Operation Vijay's success.

Barbers in Atlanta provide haircuts to the homeless population.

There are five different kinds of orgasms and some people may not have experienced one yet.

Fans of the Olympics are impressed with Hayden Wilde's gracious response to Alex Yee's incredible triathlon victory.

Mother dies, children critical after suspicious house fire.

EastEnders star Martin McCutcheon pays tribute to a loved one who passed away unexpectedly.

Bigots prioritize hate over deaths of innocent girls.

A Jet2 employee who resigned due to a controversial haircut has failed to win a £22,000 compensation claim.

Critically acclaimed sci-fi film with high rating on Rotten Tomatoes announces plans for a sequel.

Popular TikToker regrets opening Macy's credit card as interest rates skyrocketed to 34%.

A state-of-the-art bunker spanning 50,000sq ft is home to the world's top supercars, located near the M25 highway.

Louise Marwood: Struggled with addiction after leaving Emmerdale, but now in a better place.

North and South Korean athletes take iconic Olympics selfie.

The band 1975 faces lawsuit for $2.4 million after lead singer's onstage kiss sparks controversy.

Labour's policies only benefit the wealthy, causing harm to everyone else.

Winners receive a medal during the victory ceremony at the Olympics.

Famous soap star's 9-year-old child gets big part alongside veteran TV and movie actor.

French President Emmanuel Macron is facing backlash following leaked photos of him kissing his sports minister during the Paris Olympics.

British swimmer Luke Greenbank disqualified at Paris Olympics for breaking obscure rule, dashing his medal hopes.

Game developer warns against excessive gaming of one title for extended period of time, citing potential negative effects on well-being.

An Arsenal player shares how he convinced Riccardo Calafiori to join their team.

An Elden Ring fan is taking legal action against Bandai Namco, claiming that FromSoftware's games are excessively difficult.

Gymnasts at the Olympics use chalk for better grip.

Fred interrupts daughter's BBC interview after winning Olympic medal.

"Emmerdale actress Daisy Campbell celebrates her 21st birthday in a grand fashion."

Netflix's top movie is a surprising and intense film.

Former NBA player Joe Johnson has transitioned from basketball to opening a hot yoga studio, describing it as a deeply meaningful pursuit.

Learn the 5 main lessons from the conference honoring women of color in communication at ColorComm.

Celebrate the Freedom Summer milestone at the 5th annual Critical Race Theory Summer School.

DeRozan remains loyal to Drake despite appearing in Kendrick Lamar's music video for "Not Like Us."

Laa-Laa, a Teletubby star, shares the harsh truth behind being a part of the popular children's show.

A British athlete who won a gold medal at the Olympics shares a touching message she received from her late father.

TV celebrity faces complaint to Ofcom for describing athlete's sexual assault of a minor as a "highly inappropriate vacation fling."

People in this field cry the most at work compared to any other occupation.

Tragic accident in Rajasthan as overloaded van overturns, resulting in two deaths and 27 student injuries.

Never too old to learn - going back to school in your golden years can open up new opportunities for personal growth and career advancement.

Ruud van Nistelrooy convinced Chido Obi-Martin to choose Manchester United over Arsenal.

Customers are eagerly purchasing a "cute" dress ideal for summer vacations at New Look.

Olympic athlete criticizes Paris organizers for putting their health at risk by performing in the polluted River Seine.

Germany and Turkey are in conflict due to the dispute over kebabs.

Ronan Keating struggles to hold it together while singing a heartfelt 2000s song during his last radio broadcast.

Quirky 8-bedroom home featuring a royal throne toilet is up for sale at £950,000.

Millennials' childhood habits that will make Gen Z chuckle.

RZA joins forces with LL Cool J and Irving Azoff to boost the Wu-Tang Clan's image.

Control your feelings during the intense election season.

Cut costs for back-to-school shopping with these 5 helpful tips.

Trader Joe's is opening a new store in Harlem, making their special products more accessible to residents in the area.

"Legendary 70s musician returns with new music after a decade-long hiatus."

A pet guinea pig helped me cope with my divorce.

Andy Murray and Dan Evans have undergone a transformation that has turned them into strong contenders for Olympic medals.

Fans of James Bond are wondering if Huw Edwards' appearance in Skyfall will be removed from the film.

Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray challenges Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis and criticizes BJP during party meeting in Mumbai's Rangsharda Auditorium.

North Carolina A&T's endowment fund has reached a milestone of $200 million.

West End Mall in Atlanta getting revamped with new affordable housing near HBCUs in the area.

"Win With Black Women gains $2.5M after successful Zoom meeting"

Atlanta hosts record-breaking rally for Kamala Harris

The leader of Project 2025 resigns due to criticism from Democratic leaders.

Butch Graves Jr., CEO, criticizes NABJ's choice to hold event with Donald Trump.

Commentator feels sadness and wants to avert gaze after unfortunate event involving famous Brazilian athlete.

Bus driver killed while heading home after work.

VP Kamala Harris shattered barriers in politics, but is still facing criticism for her achievements due to her gender.

White TikToker gets backlash for advising peers not to talk over BIPOC women during a meeting called "White Women: Answer The Call".

Young Thug has been denied bond in his RICO trial.

Famous Hollywood star almost died alone in trailer, but was rescued by crew member.

Gymnast suffers equipment malfunction and is thrown during Olympic final, causing fear.

Ludwig, a popular YouTuber, reveals plans for his own Olympics event featuring other streamers.

British Olympian Fleetwood saddened by knife violence in Southport

Bungie, creator of Destiny 2, fires 220 employees due to overly ambitious projects.

Data science courses are changing to meet the demands of industry, reflecting the evolution of data science education.

Rick Ross' ex-girlfriend uses social media to ask for money from the rapper.

Trump slams Kamala Harris and her husband Doug Emhoff in recent radio appearance.

15 books to add to your summer reading list, all written by Black authors.

A woman's mistake of hiding her belongings in a "bag of drugs" teaches her a valuable lesson.

Belle leaves Emmerdale abruptly after confrontation with angry Tom.

Kim is seeking revenge and has a serious warning for Ruby in Emmerdale.

Sonia from EastEnders asks police for help with murderer Reiss, but doesn't receive satisfactory advice.

Police monitoring machete fight at beach town amusement park.

Lucinda Cross empowers previously incarcerated individuals to understand their voting rights.

Goodie Nation receives funding to support black tech visionaries in Atlanta, with $150k in funding.

Recent research from Harvard shows that the wealth disparity between Black and White Americans has decreased for younger generations.

Vybz Kartel, a well-known figure in the Dancehall scene, has been released from jail after being incarcerated for 13 years.

Memorial for father who died in building-helicopter accident, leaving behind two children.

Joel is overcome with emotion on Coronation Street due to the extreme nature of his next actions.

Beloved character from Coronation Street arrested for admitting to a major offense.

Paris Olympics location cleared for safety reasons, spectators urged to leave.

"Sad news from Van Vihar National Park as another tiger cub dies from injuries in Bhopal."

'And Still We Ride' is planning a massive bike ride throughout New York City.

A concise guide to understanding the necessary hazard insurance requirements set by the SBA.

Actress Sharon Stone causes worry after sharing photo of bruised eye on vacation during difficult journey.

Moira frames an enemy by violently attacking a teenager in the television show Emmerdale.

Renowned DJ Randall passes away at the age of 54, with many expressing their condolences.

A whistleblower who exposed Huw Edwards to the BBC last year claims he is a "real monster".

Top Olympic pair has major dispute with world's best player, accused of being fake.

Trump suggests Harris' race was a random occurrence, implying it is not a genuine part of her identity.

Phelps praises Marchand's two Olympic gold medals in Paris as a historic achievement.

Tennis star Rafael Nadal provides an update on his retirement plans following his disappointing loss at the Olympics.

BBC cancels "mesmerizing" show after one season; Strictly winner's hosting stint ends quickly.

A famous actor takes over as the new spokesperson for Diet Coke, replacing supermodel Kate Moss after 30 years.

Premier League fines Manchester City for breaking unusual rule 22 times.

A woman's mistake of hiding substances in a bag labelled 'Bag of Drugs' teaches her a valuable lesson.

A British celebrity criticizes Andy Murray for his actions at the Paris Olympics, calling him a "cry baby."

A review of the Loch Rannoch Hotel, highlighting its wild surroundings.

Bombay High Court has asked the state to respond to a petition seeking enforcement of CPCB's ban on Plaster of Paris idols.

Black men speak out on their support for Trump with the addition of Kamala Harris in the presidential race.

R. Kelly appeals to Supreme Court to reverse sex crime convictions.

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A seven-year-old boy in the UK has undergone a pioneering robotic surgery for his kidney, making him the first in the country to do so.

Baby injured in parking lot while parents were buying formula.

Upcoming Emmerdale episode reveals shocking news for Rose before unexpected death.

Aubameyang advises Arsenal player to depart club before summer.

Fresh off winning gold at the Paris games, an Olympian has joined the cast of the popular TV show "Strictly Come Dancing".

Man wakes from 244-day coma only to be killed by truck.

Triathlete at Olympics reveals disgust after swimming in dirty Paris river

Erik ten Hag responds to Steve McClaren's decision to leave Manchester United and take the Jamaica coaching job.

"I attended The Oscars and it felt like being in the womb again."

Supermarkets feeling cold? There might be a surprising explanation.

Bunk beds recalled due to potential safety issue causing top bed to collapse.

A police officer in Queensland being investigated for managing the response to a chaotic incident in Wieambilla.

Two states will endure a five-day period of heavy precipitation as temperatures continue to drop.

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Main suspect in 9/11 attacks to confess guilt.

Tensions rise as superpowers unite and fears of a major conflict escalate following the assassination of a Hamas leader.

Child dies after falling from car in Perth, prompting inquiry.

A striking podium selfie with athletes from North and South Korea explained.

A person is taking legal action against WA state government after being attacked with a single punch.

The Odisha Assembly has approved a budget of Rs 95,000 crore, with a meeting scheduled for August 20.

Infosys has been hit with a demand notice of Rs 32,403 crore for tax violations.

India and China discuss the Eastern Ladakh dispute in positive and future-oriented diplomatic discussions in Delhi.

India's biggest air training exercise, Tarang Shakti, will take place in two parts during August and September.

India's top athletes shine as they chase Olympic glory.

An engineer in Odisha was caught accepting a bribe from a contractor in exchange for bill approval.

AIPAC's $7 million ad campaign used a distorted photo of Cori Bush.