21 July 2005 (Thursday)
- It is reported that Irish Minister for Justice Michael McDowell has signed an agreement with the US to allow CIA and FBI officers to arrest, detain and question Irish people on Irish soil. (Irish Examiner) Opposition parties have asked for a full explanation (Irish Labour Party).
- States of Jersey vote to ban smoking in all places where food is served and indoor workplaces. (BBC)
- London Underground stations are evacuated after a series of small explosions, reported to involve detonators only. (BBC)
- Cricket - The Ashes:
- Steve Harmison takes five first-innings wickets as the Australians are bowled out for 190 before tea on the first day at Lord's, before Glenn McGrath replies for the Australians taking five wickets to reduce England to 21-5. (BBC)
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