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Rabid beaver attack prompts hospital treatment and park closures in Maryland
A 13-year-old Maryland boy was attacked by a four-foot rabid beaver while swimming at Cunningham Falls State Park; he was airlifted to Johns Hopkins Hospital for rabies post-exposure treatment after the animal latched onto his chest, and the beaver was euthanized following a rabies-positive test. The incident was the first in a series of three at the park, leading to closures and heightened rabies concerns.
Minnesota attacker sentenced to 14 months for Ilhan Omar assault
A Minnesota man was sentenced to 14 months in prison for the assault on Rep. Ilhan Omar. The sentencing day was corrected to Thursday in an update. The case unfolded amid Operation Metro Surge, a large Twin Cities immigration crackdown that sparked protests, arrests and two deaths.
Iran reports deadly strike on ship near Strait of Hormuz
Iran says a ship associated with the country was struck near the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in one death; officials say an investigation is underway and there is no immediate independent confirmation of who is responsible.
Armed man charged at Ohio gubernatorial candidate during campaign event
An armed man charged at Democratic Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton during a campaign event; Acton was unharmed, but several others were injured as authorities intervened and the suspect was arrested.
Tahoe sea otter attack tests the power of confident swimming
A woman swimming at Lake Tahoe was attacked by a sea otter, suffering numerous injuries that required 38 stitches. She escaped by climbing rocks to safety and credits her confident swimming with helping her survive, while wildlife officials searched for the otter, which had vanished. Officials note otter attacks on people are uncommon and warn about defensive behavior if threatened.
Reno instructor suffers dozens of stitches after unusual Lake Tahoe otter attack
A Reno swim instructor was attacked by a wild otter while swimming on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore, requiring more than two dozen stitches. The five‑minute encounter was described as rare by responders, leaving her frightened to return to the water but hopeful she’ll swim again once healed.
Otter attack during Lake Tahoe swim leaves woman injured
A woman swimming near Hidden Beach at Lake Tahoe was attacked underwater by an otter, suffering cuts to her face, arms and legs that required 22 stitches and a rabies vaccination. She exited the water and went to the hospital as authorities searched for the otter but could not locate it. The incident is the second otter attack at Lake Tahoe this summer, with otters generally being rare but potentially dangerous wildlife in the area.
Two dead after car plows into pedestrians in Caen, France
A 26-year-old man drove a car into a group of pedestrians outside a Caen bar, killing two people and injuring several others before fleeing; he was later arrested. Authorities say the incident is not currently treated as terrorism, and investigators are pursuing murder and aggravated assault charges as they probe the motive.
Savio's $115M move aims to spark Spurs' attacking revival
Tottenham sign Savio (Savinho) from Manchester City for up to $115 million as part of a big summer recruitment drive, hoping the winger can unlock a potent attack. The piece notes the club’s high spend this window, questions about Savio’s injury history, and how he’ll fit into a lineup that includes other forwards and midfielders, while also highlighting defensive concerns and the need for further signings.
Strait of Hormuz attack leaves one dead as Trump proclaims it open
A cargo ship exiting the Strait of Hormuz was struck, killing one crew member; UKMTO reports damage to the engine room and Oman’s coast guard assisting. President Trump says the strait is open and operating, even as traffic through Hormuz remains subdued amid ongoing tensions after the MOU expired. Iran has pressed for a northern routing, and maritime attacks continue as oil exports through Hormuz have risen under protection.
Beaver Attack Forces Partial Closure of Maryland Park
A beaver attacked a 10-year-old girl canoeing in Seneca Creek at Seneca Creek State Park in Montgomery County, Maryland, prompting a temporary closure of a one-mile trail and nearby parking while authorities search for the animal; the girl sustained three cuts to her upper leg and was treated at Suburban Hospital, with officials noting no other injuries and no signs of a rabies outbreak in the area.
Moscow Restaurant Blast Prompts Theories About Targeted Birthday Celebration
A bomb exploded outside Moscow's Balzi Rossi restaurant, killing five and injuring 21 after a woman with a homemade device was stopped by a security guard; the attack is being treated as terrorism, with no official target named. Some reports linked the event to a birthday celebration for Colonel General Alexander Chaiko, Russia’s Aerospace Forces commander, but this is unconfirmed. Russia blamed Ukraine, while Kyiv and Moscow have not issued formal statements.
Berlin Pride attack sparks manhunt for Islamist-linked suspect
A 21-year-old suspect, Abdul B., believed to be linked to Islamist circles, is being hunted after a vehicle rammed into crowds at Berlin’s Pride in Tiergarten, killing one and injuring 16; authorities say he also used a bladed weapon and may be armed, with Germany raising the threat level as the investigation continues. The suspect is a German citizen of Lebanese background with prior convictions.
Grandfather recounts being launched into the air by a Yellowstone bison attack
65-year-old Carl Isom-McDaniel says a 2,000-pound Yellowstone bison picked him as a target and launched him into the air during a July incident captured on video, leaving him with a broken hip after a hard landing; doctors describe the injury as resulting from the landing, not a direct ram. Experts note bison can injure people in Yellowstone, especially during mating season when aggression rises, and the National Park Service urges visitors to stay at least 25 yards away and not approach for photos.