Huge earthquake and tsunami threat strikes Russia putting Hawaii on alert

"A tsunami watch was issued for the state of Hawaii following a 7.5 magnitude earthquake.

The watch went into effect at 9.30 pm HST, according to the National Tsunami Warning Center. "Based on all available data, a tsunami may have been generated by this earthquake that could be destructive on coastal areas even far from the epicenter," officials warned. However, the watch was eventually cancelled. "Based on all available data there is no tsunami threat to the state of Hawaii. Therefore the tsunami watch for Hawaii is now cancelled," The National Weather Service said.
The watch comes after an earthquake struck off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia. The earthquake occurred at 8.49 pm HST at a magnitude of 7.5 on the Richter scale." msn

154 combat clashes over past day

"Ukrainian Defense Forces engaged in 154 combat clashes with Russian forces along the frontline.
Ukrainian aviation, missile forces, and artillery units struck seven concentrations of enemy troops, weapons, and equipment, one UAV command center, and one Russian artillery system.

In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, 21 combat engagements took place. In addition, the enemy carried out eight airstrikes, dropping 15 guided aerial bombs, and conducted 323 shelling attacks, including four with multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS).
In the Southern-Slobozhanshchyna sector, Ukraine’s Defense Forces repelled six enemy attacks near Vovchansk, Stroivka, Lyptsi, and Starytsia.
In the Kupiansk sector, four Russian assaults occurred near Holubivka and Zahryzove.
In the Lyman sector, the enemy launched 22 attacks, attempting to advance near Novyi Myr, Torske, Serebrianka, Ridkodub, Hrekivka, Shandryholove, Karpivka, Kolodiazi, Bilohorivka, and Hryhorivka.
In the Siversk sector, three enemy assaults were repelled near Serebrianka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, three engagements occurred near Chasiv Yar and Bila Hora.
In the Toretsk sector, Russian forces carried out nine attacks near Dyliivka, Toretsk, and Rusyn Yar.
In the Pokrovsk sector, 50 enemy assaults were halted near Popiv Yar, Novoekonomichne, Myroliubivka, Lysivka, Udachne, Novoserhiivka, Molodetske, Orikhove, Shevchenko, Muravka, Dachne, Myrnohrad, Zvirove, Oleksiivka, and Pokrovsk
In the Novopavlivka sector, the Ukrainian defenders repelled 16 enemy attempts to break through defensive lines near Shevchenko, Zaporizhzhia, Andriivka-Klevtsove, Zelenyi Hai, Voskresenka, Vilne Pole, Temyrivka, Zelene Pole, and toward Maliivka.
In the Huliaipole sector, one enemy attack failed near Malynivka.
In the Orikhiv sector, one Russian assault was repelled near Kamianske.
In the Prydniprovske sector, six combat clashes occurred.
In the Volyn and Polissia sectors, no signs of Russian offensive grouping formation were spotted." Ukrin

Nearly 1,000 Killed In Clashes In Syria's South, With 80,000 Displaced

"The death toll from a past week of spiraling violence in Syria’s Sweida province, a

stronghold of the Druze minority - which also has a presence of Christians - has climbed to 940 since last weekend, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, despite a recent declared ceasefire.
Among the dead are 326 Druze fighters and 262 Druze civilians, including 182 reportedly executed on the spot by forces from Syria's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham government fighters.
The Observatory also reported the deaths of 312 government security forces and 21 Sunni Bedouins—three of whom were civilians allegedly executed by Druze fighters. Additionally, some 15 Syrian government troops were killed in Israeli airstrikes amid the intermittent intervention by Israeli warplanes." ZH

Flash Flood Emergency In Maryland Across Bethesda & Silver Spring

"A rare and life-threatening flash flood emergency unfolded in Montgomery County, Maryland, just

outside Washington, D.C., after torrential rain triggered widespread flooding. Creeks rose over 10 feet in just 30 minutes, submerging parks, roads, and entire neighborhoods. Emergency crews responded to dozens of water rescues in areas like Bethesda, Takoma Park, and Wheaton. In this extended report, we break down what happened, how officials responded, and why the situation turned so dangerous so quickly." WD

Chaos in Vietnam Today! Typhoon Wipha Destroy Homes, Cars in Quang Ninh

"Hanoi, Quang Ninh, Lao Cai, Thai Nguyen recorded thunderstorms and strong winds that broke many trees and electric poles, causing local power outages. Notably, in Quang Ninh, a storm capsized a tourist boat in Ha Long Bay. The storm and heavy rain occurred on the day Typhoon Wipha entered the East Sea, becoming the third storm , leading many to believe that this was due to the early effects of the storm." EW

Rubio Takes Bold Action Against Brazil Over Increasing Authoritarianism

"Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Friday that the United States would implementing visa restrictions on a powerful Brazilian Supreme Court judge after the nation’s high court issued search warrants and restraining orders against former President Jair Bolsonaro.
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, his allies on the Supreme Court and his immediate families members will have their visas revoked, Rubio announced. This is due to what he described as a “political witch hunt” against Bolsonaro and his supporters that has essentially amounted to a much more aggressive version of the January 6 Capitol protests crackdown, resulting in decades-long prison sentences for peaceful protesting.
“President Trump made clear that his administration will hold accountable foreign nationals who are responsible for censorship of protected expression in the United States,” Rubio said in a statement.

“Brazilian Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes’s political witch hunt against Jair Bolsonaro created a persecution and censorship complex so sweeping that it not only violates basic rights of Brazilians, but also extends beyond Brazil’s shores to target Americans,” he continued.
As part of the high court’s orders, Bolsonaro is prohibited from contacting foreign officials, using social media or approaching embassies over allegations that he sought support from President Donald Trump. Moraes — who has aggressively expanded the power of the Supreme Court since 2021 — claimed there was a “high possibility” that Bolsonaro would flee the country.
Federal agents earlier this week raided Bolsonaro’s properties and placed on ankle monitor on him despite the fact that he is polling ahead of current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, an anti-American figure who has pulled Brazil towards Russia and China." TP

Europe Heatwave Killed 2,300 People In 10 Days

"The 2025 European heatwave claimed 2,300 lives, with science linking two-thirds of deaths to rising global temperatures. From scorching forests in Canada to flooded streets in Dubai and heatwaves baking Europe, Asia, and America...." WION

China Flood Disaster: Hunan Submerged as Rainfall Breaks 80-Year Records | 500,000+ Evacuated

"China is once again in the grip of disaster. Relentless rains have triggered devastating China

floods, submerging roads, farmland, and entire towns in Hunan Province. This extreme weather event has displaced over 95,000 people, crippled rail lines, and caused landslides across western China. As the storm continues, fears of contamination and environmental damage grow rapidly." SW

Injuries, damage reported as Russians attack Zaporizhzhia region

"In Zaporizhzhia region, a man was injured and private homes were damaged as a result of a Russian drone attack. Several fires were also reported." Ukrin

Fire, flight diversions reported near Moscow as Ukraine launches drone attack on Russia's capital

"A fire broke out in Moscow Oblast overnight as Ukraine reportedly launched a drone attack targeting the Russian capital, local Telegram channels reported.

Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that at least 21 Ukrainian drones were launched toward Moscow since 6 p.m. local time on July 19. Sobyanin added that emergency crews were heading to the scene of the downed drones, without mentioning the extent of the damage caused.
Temporary restrictions were imposed at all four Moscow airports amid the ongoing attacks, Rosaviatsiya reported. Arriving flights were being diverted to Pulkovo airport in St. Petersburg amid the attack. All flight restrictions were lifted around 4 a.m. local time.
Russia's Defense Ministry claimed that a total of 93 Ukrainian drones were shot down across various regions of the country, including 19 over Moscow Oblast." KI

Canada Extreme Storm, Floods Swept Away Homes, Cars in Alberta

"A violent storm swept through Cochrane, leaving behind flooded streets, damaged homes,

and a community shaken by nature’s fury. Local resident.....A severe storm risk will extend from southern to western Alberta on Friday, extending to other parts of the Prairies into Saturday. While the rainfall from the storms will be welcome in Saskatchewan, as parts of the province experience extreme drought during a dangerous wildfire season." ND

Las Vegas, Nevada & Marshall, Minnesota Underwater! Torrential Storm Floods Streets, Casinos Threatened

"Flash floods hit two U.S. cities on opposite ends of the country, and the results were

devastating. In Las Vegas, powerful monsoon storms struck the northwest valley, flooding roadways and leading to swift water rescues. Airport delays, flooded streets, and citywide advisories kept residents on edge. 

Meanwhile, in Marshall, Minnesota, over five inches of rain fell in just a few hours, overwhelming the sewer system and causing city officials to issue urgent warnings. This in-depth report connects the dots between both events and explains why these flash floods are part of a much larger, changing weather pattern." DW

Officials plan evac zone near North Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

"Firefighters in Colorado are planning an evacuation zone along the Black Canyon of the

Gunnison National Park's North Rim as part of their continuing efforts to bring the South Rim Fire under control." CBS