BBC.com
Karen Read: What to know about the murder trial as jury deliberates
Karen Read is on trial for the murder of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe. The case has attracted significant attention, with supporters gathering outside the courthouse. Prosecutors claim Read hit O’Keefe with her car and left the scene. The defense argues she was framed. The jury is currently deliberating after failing to reach a unanimous verdict.
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BBC.com
Iran presidential election: Jalili and Pezeshkian face run-off vote
Iran’s presidential election heads to a run-off on 5 July as hardliner Saeed Jalili and reformist Massoud Pezeshkian failed to secure a majority. Pezeshkian narrowly leads in early results. The election follows low turnout and violence in Sistan-Baluchestan province. Pezeshkian criticizes morality police, but is loyal to the supreme leader.
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The Globe and Mail
French-Montrealers vote in ‘historic’ election amid surge in far-right
French nationals in Montreal participate in the first round of French legislative elections, with concerns over rising extremism and far-right party’s potential victory. High voter turnout expected among the 260,000 French citizens in Quebec, with candidates from various political blocs vying for support. Macron’s centrist alliance faces competition from the far-right National Rally and left-wing parties.
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The Times of India
Why this US states’ law is raising global concerns of ‘preferential treatment’
Louisiana’s new law mandates displaying a condensed version of the Ten Commandments in public schools and state-funded college classrooms. Critics argue it promotes a specific religious viewpoint and violates the separation of church and state. The law also allows the display of other historical documents but sparked a debate over religious neutrality.
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CTV News
Biden-Trump debate brings voter despair, tough decisions for some
After the presidential debate, voters are feeling conflicted about the fitness of both Trump and Biden to lead the nation. Many Democrats and undecided voters are disheartened by their options. Some are calling for Biden to step down, while others remain steadfast in their support despite concerns about his debate performance. The debate highlighted the challenges of choosing between two unpopular candidates.