France confirms first Ebola case on its soil in doctor returning from Congo · Pollar

Today’s Brief

Hormuz opens, France boils

Congress rebukes Trump as heatwaves close France and markets question AI spending

The past half-day brought a familiar mix of hard power and fragile systems. Washington argued over war authority, Europe sweated through record heat, railways and aircraft faced technical alarms, and investors discovered that AI enthusiasm can reverse quickly.

Live now

All live coverage

Israel bombs Hezbollah targets in Beirut
Declares the peace protocol a "declaration of defeat of America" as Tehran reacts to the US ratifying the 14-point agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Nottingham NHS maternity review
Expands Martha's Rule to all maternity units nationwide following the systemic failures identified in the Nottingham review.
France detects first Ebola case
Exhibited mild symptoms during his return flight, health officials confirm, as the doctor remains in strict isolation following his humanitarian mission in the DRC.

In the spotlight

World · Updated 1h ago

The US under Trump: second term

The Trump administration's private warnings to EU capitals about new tariffs linked to defence spending and migration represent a continuation of existing pressure tactics rather than a new policy direction.

France confirms first Ebola case on its soil in doctor returning from Congo · Pollar