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July 12 1200 UTC Brief
In Europe
In Devon and Cornwall, police say there is nothing to suggest the death of former Tory politician Ann Widdecombe was politically motivated. A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, and detectives say they are not looking for anyone else. The motive is still being examined, but this is not being treated as terrorism, which is a fairly important detail to establish before anyone starts writing a grand theory.
In Spain, authorities in Andalusia say the wildfire that killed 12 people has now been stabilised, and the remaining 1,000 evacuees will be allowed to return home. In a related rescue, a British couple were found in a ravine in Almeria province, badly burned and semi-conscious, after being trapped by the fire.
In U.S. news
Philadelphia has declared a disaster emergency after severe thunderstorms and microbursts brought 60 to 70 mph straight-line winds across the city, toppling trees, flooding streets, knocking out power and damaging buildings. Officials say West and South Philadelphia took the worst of it, more than 26,000 PECO customers lost electricity, and emergency crews handled about 3,000 police service calls. No storm-related injuries had been reported by Saturday evening, and residents from damaged buildings were moved to temporary shelter while assessments continue.
In South Carolina, Gov. Henry McMaster will appoint someone to serve out the rest of Lindsey Graham's Senate term after the seat opens this year. Graham is also running for reelection in November, so Republicans still need a primary later this summer for the full term. Rep. Joe Wilson says he is interested in the temporary appointment and would run for the full term as well.
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