Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp for girls in Texas Hill Country, reported 23 missing girls after torrential rainfall caused catastrophic flash floods. The Guadalupe River surged, isolating the camp due to washed-out roads and communication breakdowns. Rescue operations are underway, facing logistical challenges as the search for survivors continues amidst rising water levels and damaged infrastructure.
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Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother André Silva, 26, tragically died in a car accident in northern Spain. The crash occurred near Zamora when their Lamborghini veered off the A-52 motorway and burst into flames. Jota, recently married, was a key player for Liverpool and Portugal, known for his skill and work ethic.
Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina announced he will not seek reelection after opposing President Trump's tax and spending proposal. This decision opens up a competitive Senate seat in 2026, offering Democrats an opportunity to gain ground. Tillis, known for occasional bipartisanship, faced criticism from his own party and Trump, who publicly attacked him and celebrated his retirement.
A right-wing Croatian singer, Marko Perkovic, also known as Thompson, ignited controversy after performing a song featuring a pro-Nazi salute at a large concert in Zagreb. Meanwhile, in Turkiye, a 53-year-old man was seriously injured by a lion that escaped from a zoo in Manavgat. The escaped lion was later shot dead after the attack.