One dead after shooting at 'No Kings' protest in Salt Lake City

Rising oil prices are sparking concerns about a potential "adverse shock" to the global economy, even as markets show some resilience—like the FTSE 250's modest gains. Metro Bank's shares jumped 8.5% after reports of a takeover bid, but the bigger story is the looming threat of higher energy costs squeezing businesses and consumers worldwide.

A sudden deluge of up to 4 inches of rain in just 30 minutes triggered devastating flash floods in northern West Virginia, leaving at least three people dead and others missing. Rescue teams are scrambling to find survivors while officials survey the wreckage—destroyed roads, damaged bridges, and ruptured gas lines—calling it unprecedented.

Authorities have arrested Vance Boelter, the suspect in last week’s deadly shootings targeting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. Boelter allegedly killed Democratic legislator Melissa Hortman and her husband, while also injuring fellow lawmaker John Hoffman and his wife. The arrest came after a days-long manhunt, bringing some closure to a case that rattled the state’s political community.

Baseball fans, get ready—Shohei Ohtani is finally returning to the mound. After almost two years sidelined by elbow surgery, the Dodgers' superstar will start Monday’s game against the Padres, marking his long-awaited comeback as a pitcher.

Editor’s Note: Ohtani isn’t just any player—he’s a once-in-a-generation talent who excels both at pitching and hitting. His return to the mound is a big deal not just for Dodgers fans but for baseball as a whole. It’s a sign he’s fully recovered, and if he’s back to his old form, the Dodgers just got even scarier. Plus, it’s a reminder of how fun it is to watch someone rewrite what’s possible in the sport.

IndyCar fans held their breath Sunday night when two-time series champion Josef Newgarden and rising star Louis Foster were caught in a dramatic, high-speed crash at World Wide Technology Raceway near St. Louis. The wreck, described as "terrifying" by witnesses, sent Newgarden's car flipping violently—a stark reminder of the razor-thin margins in motorsports. Miraculously, both drivers walked away with only minor injuries, thanks to IndyCar’s stringent safety measures.

Editor’s Note: Crashes like this shake fans and drivers alike, but they also spotlight how far racing safety has come. Newgarden’s wreck could have been catastrophic a decade ago; today, it’s a testament to advances in car design and track protocols. Still, it’s a jarring wake-up call about the risks these athletes take every time they hit the track—and why safety innovation can’t slow down.