Today in History: July 14, the storming of the Bastille

Today in History. Today is Sunday, July 14, the 195th day of 2026. There are 170 days left in the year. Today in History: On July 14, 1789, in an event symbolizing the start of the French Revolution, citizens of Paris stormed the Bastille prison and released the seven prisoners held there.

Trump says US is 'reinstating' a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz

WASHINGTON (AP) – Trump says US is ‘reinstating’ a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships for safe passage. U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that Iranian ships will no longer be able to travel through the Strait of Hormuz and America would charge a 20% toll on other countries’ eligible cargo.

EU chief weighs age restrictions for children using social media

BRUSSELS (AP) – A top European Union official on Monday called for limits to be placed on children using social media as a special EU panel looking into the challenge recommended forbidding access for those under 13 until tech companies can prove their platforms are safe.

Iran says initial deal with US in state of 'crisis' and blames Washington

Iran says initial deal with US in state of ‘crisis’ and blames Washington

Senators deliver emotional tributes to Lindsey Graham after his sudden death

Senators deliver emotional tributes to Lindsey Graham after his sudden death

Subpoenas issued to NY Times reporters seen as 'unprecedented' threat to press freedom

Dangerous. Brazen. Unprecedented. Uncharted territory. Reaction in the media world has been swift and severe to the issue of subpoenas to five New York Times journalists who reported on security questions involving the new, Qatari-gifted Air Force One.

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least five, Palestinian health officials say

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least five, Palestinian health officials say

US attacks Iran as Tehran retaliates against UAE tankers

US attacks Iran as Tehran retaliates against UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz and Bahrain

Sister of Lindsey Graham, picked to serve remainder of US Senate term

Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, picked to serve remainder of US Senate term