Local & Global News Near Me | MindTheDesk (Mind The Desk)
How to watch ‘Fightland’ for free: Cast, release date
The new boxing drama comes from executive producer 50 Cent.
Vikings’ quarterback battle off to surprising start after offseason speculation
One quarterback seems to have an early lead in the Vikings QB competition, and it’s probably not who you think it is.
Teen who bounced off rocks in viral California cliff jumping video details his injuries: ‘My lungs were burning’
A 17-year-old who was seriously injured after jumping from cliffs is speaking out.
Headlines
US-backed Venezuela talks to begin without opposition leader Machado
Not participating in the talks, to the chagrin of some Venezuela observers, is Nobel Peace Prize w…
Samsonite’s Olivia Culpo collection just got a surprise second drop
A new colorway on fan-favorite bags.
Oil prices set to spike again after more Strait of Hormuz disruptions, Red Sea attacks
US crude is projected to average $80.14 a barrel, compared with June's estimate of $79.49.
Maxx Crosby still has chip on shoulder after failed Ravens trade: ‘Make you look crazy’
Maxx Crosby is opening up about his failed trade to the Ravens earlier this offseason. The Ravens w…
Global News — by Continent
Top 4 news providers per continent
North America
Inflation Worries Prompted Fed Officials to Dissent on Holding Rates Steady
Internal divisions over whether to raise interest rates intensified at Kevin Warsh’s second meeting…
Companies Rush to Close Daring Deals Under Trump
Companies are seizing on what many say is perhaps the most favorable regulatory environment for bus…
U.S. Raises Threat of Steep Water Cuts in Lower Colorado River Basin
A federal plan would impose drastic water cuts on Arizona, California and Nevada in dry years over …
Keeping cool without AC: Our readers share their tips
We asked our readers to tell us how they've fended off heat without the refrigerant blasts of an ai…
Europe
Will Trump be Burnham’s undoing, or the making of him? The answer lies in Europe | Jonathan Freedland
In an increasingly dangerous world, our European neighbours are finding safety in numbers – but Bri…
Trump blames Spain for migrant chaos despite return of tens of thousands to Morocco
US President Donald Trump and other far-right leaders on Friday seized on Spain's migration crisis …
Greece orders partial evacuation of Athens suburb as wildfire burns
Greek authorities on Friday ordered the partial evacuation of a suburb west of Athens after a fores…
Daughter of British couple killed in Spanish wildfire rejects claim they ignored order to leave
Exclusive: Danielle Kirton calls on Ed Miliband to help her get answers about why evacuation order …
Asia
Perfect 5-0! Indian boxers storm into CWG finals after dominant semifinal sweep
India's boxing contingent achieved a flawless 5-0 record in the semifinals. Five Indian boxers have…
MAGA piles on to Morocco as Trump twits Spain over Ceuta
The migrant surge into Ceuta is escalating into a geopolitical flashpoint. President Trump is using…
Delhi riots: Convicts' kin to challenge life sentence in HC, deny links to Tahir Hussain
Commonwealth Games: India strike double gold in judo as Asmita Dey, Harsh make history
Asmita created history by becoming the first Indian judoka to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal a…
Africa
Algeria bus crash kills at least 25, injures 44 others
Tragedy struck Algeria Friday morning after a passenger bus veered off the road and plunged into a …
Nigeria: FG to End Electricity Subsidy From 2027
[Vanguard] The Federal Government has announced plans to phase out electricity subsidy payments fro…
Nigeria: Nigerian Police Deploy New CP to Oversee Osun Governorship Poll
[Premium Times] The deployment comes after months of controversies sourrounding the conduct of the …
Uganda: HIV Injection Is Not a Vaccine, Experts Warn
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Experts have urged those who already received their first inject…
Oceania
Back to Back Barries podcast: what the Vic spill means for federal politics
Tony Barry and Jon Faine (sitting in for Barrie Cassidy) examine the ousting of Jacinta Allan and t…
Back to Back Barries: the fallout from a Victorian coup
Tony Barry and Jon Faine (sitting in for Barrie Cassidy this week) examine the ousting of Jacinta A…
Alan Jones wielded huge power, but now the legacy of his four-decade career will be decided by four months in court
The 85-year-old former broadcaster has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges involving alleged assault w…
Sydney, you were a dream of warmth and ease. When I returned to wintry Melbourne, time collapsed – and the city was still romantic
A few years after graduating, I moved north and got lucky. It was like riding a smooth, perfect wav…
South America
La UNAM pedirá repetir el examen de manera presencial a los aspirantes que obtuvieron muy buenos resultados
La resolución se ciñe a los más excelentes, donde se da la distribución atípica de aciertos, muy su…
HIV prevention drug could reduce number of cases globally but USAID cuts prevent access, say experts
Injectable PrEP drug holds promise but investment in HIV prevention has declined dramatically world…
Video | Encapuchados apuñalan a tres estudiantes dentro de la Universidad Nacional en Bogotá
Uno de los jóvenes heridos con arma blanca se encuentra en grave estado de salud
La policía de Brasil investigará a un hijo de Lula por presunta corrupción y tráfico de influencias
El presidente afirma que ´Lulinha´ tendrá que probar que es inocente y que no usará el cargo para p…
Local News
Utah
United States Attorney's Office Joining Law Enforcement, Community Leaders and Residents for National Night Out Events in Utah - Department of Justice (.gov)
United States Attorney's Office Joining Law Enforcement, Community Leaders and Residents for Nation…
Spain faces humanitarian crisis following surge of 60,000 Moroccan migrants
New 10-year plan sets course for Lake Powell, Mead to ensure reliable operations in the Colorado River Basin
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Bureau of Reclamation released a final environmental report today estab…
Idaho
Surviving roommates recount horror in Idaho murders docuseries as Bryan Kohberger seeks plea change
One year after a stunning hearing in which Kohberger admitted to his crimes in court, the former cr…
¿Qué dice Hamas del acuerdo de desarme en Gaza que anunció Trump y cómo reaccionó Israel?
Alejandra Jaramillo, Tal Shalev, Jeremy Diamond, Issy Ronald A primera vista, el anuncio del presid…
Nearly 30 hot air balloons launch for Ammon Days
Nearly 30 hot air balloons launched Friday morning at McCowin Park as part of the annual Ammon Days…
Wyoming
Public comment period open for the Salt Creek Corridor study - wyomingnewsnow.tv
Public comment period open for the Salt Creek Corridor study wyomingnewsnow.tv
20-year-old Casper man dies in motorcycle crash Thursday night - Oil City News
20-year-old Casper man dies in motorcycle crash Thursday night Oil City News
Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident report log (7/30/26–7/31/26) - Oil City News
Natrona County Sheriff’s Office incident report log (7/30/26–7/31/26) Oil City News
More News
Sudanese Asylum Seeker Jailed After Taking Axe, Petrol, to UK School
Serial asylum seeker sentenced after pleading guilty to offences relating to him entering school gr…
Ukraine says it hit a major Russian oil refinery, hours after Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump
Ukrainian officials said Wednesday the country's forces hit one of Russia's biggest oil refineries …
Hotter summers may force RHS to move hydrangeas to north of England
Exclusive: British garden staple becomes plant most frequently reported as suffering in heat, chari…
Infantino’s FIFA World Cup stakes plan: Would UEFA boycott, would it work?
How the proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise has drawn criticism, including from UEFA and new United Ki…
‘Iran attacks now to send message as US assets build up in Israel’
‘Iran attacks now to send message as US assets build up in Israel’
Dem Sen. Smith: I Wonder if Iran Trying to 'Run Out the Clock'
On Tuesday’s broadcast of CNN’s “The Source,” Sen. Tina Smith (D-MN) said that she wonders if Iran …
Russia puts Telegram founder Pavel Durov on a wanted list over charges of aiding terrorism
Russia charged Pavel Durov, the founder, owner and CEO of the messaging app Telegram, with aiding t…
Netanyahu: Iran Has Factions More Willing to Deal than Others
During a portion of an interview aired on Tuesday’s broadcast of the Fox News Channel’s “Hannity,” …
