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Firefighters make progress against a Nevada wildfire that's destroyed more than 30 homes

Crews have started to contain a wildfire in the Sierra Nevada foothills that destroyed more than 30 homes as it spread perilously close to neighborhoods in Reno, Nevada

Firefighters make progress against a Nevada wildfire that's destroyed more than 30 homes
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Secret Service confirms awareness of Iranian state media video threatening Barron Trump's life

The U.S. Secret Service has confirmed it is aware that Iranian state media has aired a video that appears to threaten the life of Barron Trump, President Donald Trump’s youngest son

Secret Service confirms awareness of Iranian state media video threatening Barron Trump's life
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

UN and Red Cross step up call for international rules on 'killer robot' weapons systems

The United Nations and the International Red Cross are urging countries to adopt bans and restrictions on autonomous weapons systems that are often called “killer robots.”

UN and Red Cross step up call for international rules on 'killer robot' weapons systems
Environment|Science|World

This state is likely to get the worst of El Niño

This state is likely to get the worst of El Niño

This state is likely to get the worst of El Niño
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Travel|World

Henry County marching band raising money to take music to France for D-Day Memorial Parade

Henry County marching band raising money to take music to France for D-Day Memorial Parade

Henry County marching band raising money to take music to France for D-Day Memorial Parade
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Homes submerged, tens of thousands relocated in China's south as flooding intensifies

Widespread floods triggered by heavy rain from Typhoon Narra intensified on Tuesday across southern China, with homes and shops submerged and thousands of

Homes submerged, tens of thousands relocated in China's south as flooding intensifies
Crime|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Myanmar human rights conditions hit new low, UN says

Human rights conditions in Myanmar have sunk to a new low, with widespread abuses against the Rohingya minority and a booming illicit economy driven

Myanmar human rights conditions hit new low, UN says
Arts|Education|Political|Travel|World

Peru to welcome Pope Leo with hymn honoring slain nun

Peru will welcome Pope Leo XIV in November with a hymn in honor of a Catholic nun killed by Maoist insurgents, celebrating the pontiff's return to the country

Peru to welcome Pope Leo with hymn honoring slain nun
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Why the bond market may be resetting expectations about the US

U.S. debt hasn't been further downgraded, breakeven rates on inflation-protected bonds haven't spiked, and the cost of insuring against a federal

Why the bond market may be resetting expectations about the US
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

US lawmakers urge Trump to ban Americans from aiding Chinese security agencies

Republican and Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday called on the Trump administration to bar American citizens and businesses from supporting Chinese and

US lawmakers urge Trump to ban Americans from aiding Chinese security agencies
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy sees window for U.S. mediation until summer 2027

Ukraine sees a window of opportunity for U.S. mediation to end Russia's war in Ukraine until the end of next summer and has drafted one page of ideas with U.S. and European

Ukraine's Zelenskiy sees window for U.S. mediation until summer 2027
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin rebukes Finland's Stubb over his support for long-range Ukrainian strikes on Russia

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that remarks by Finnish President Alexander Stubb approving of Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory, including on e-commerce warehouses,

Kremlin rebukes Finland's Stubb over his support for long-range Ukrainian strikes on Russia
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World

Hungary files a criminal complaint over $965M COVID-19 ventilator deal, citing possible fraud

Hungary's foreign ministry has filed a criminal complaint over possible fraud related to the previous government's purchase of ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic

Hungary files a criminal complaint over $965M COVID-19 ventilator deal, citing possible fraud
Environment|Political|Science|Technology|World

UN and Red Cross call for urgent rules on autonomous weapons

The United Nations' chief and the head of the Red Cross on Tuesday warned that autonomous weapons that can kill people without human involvement could soon be

UN and Red Cross call for urgent rules on autonomous weapons
Crime|Europe|World

Armenian ex-president Kocharyan charged with corruption in crackdown on government critics

State prosecutors in Armenia on Tuesday detained Robert Kocharyan, a prominent opposition leader and a former president, and formally charged him with a slew of

Armenian ex-president Kocharyan charged with corruption in crackdown on government critics
Science|Technology|World

New installations emerge on islet as China accelerates South China Sea build-up

New installations have been sighted on an islet near Antelope Reef in the Paracels archipelago of the disputed South China Sea where

New installations emerge on islet as China accelerates South China Sea build-up
Arts|Crime|World

Judge in Don Lemon indictment asks to see grand jury records, adding to growing scrutiny of Justice Department cases

Judge in Don Lemon indictment asks to see grand jury records, adding to growing scrutiny of Justice Department cases

Judge in Don Lemon indictment asks to see grand jury records, adding to growing scrutiny of Justice Department cases
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

European shares gain on softer US Iran sanctions, falling oil prices

European shares rose on Tuesday as investors took comfort from a softer-than-feared U.S. sanctions package on Iran and falling oil prices,

European shares gain on softer US Iran sanctions, falling oil prices
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Secret Service aware of Iranian state media video threatening life of Barron Trump

Secret Service aware of Iranian state media video threatening life of Barron Trump

Secret Service aware of Iranian state media video threatening life of Barron Trump
Business|Economy|World

The US says it’ll crack down on countries doing business with Iran. Who’s buying Iranian oil?

The US says it’ll crack down on countries doing business with Iran. Who’s buying Iranian oil?

The US says it’ll crack down on countries doing business with Iran. Who’s buying Iranian oil?
Opinion|Political|World

58 years of attacks on the media by powerful leaders trying to deflect criticism, from Nixon to Trump

American faith in news is at an all-time low, aided by a president hostile to the press. But presidents have long attacked journalists as biased. What does objectivity really mean?

58 years of attacks on the media by powerful leaders trying to deflect criticism, from Nixon to Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's debt-servicing costs seen at record in next fiscal year, Kyodo reports

Japan's finance ministry expects debt-servicing costs to rise 17% to a record 36.64 trillion yen ($230 billion) in the next fiscal year, adding to pressure on the country's

Japan's debt-servicing costs seen at record in next fiscal year, Kyodo reports
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German business sentiment rises more than expected in August, Ifo survey finds

German business morale grew more than expected in August, a survey showed on Tuesday, adding to signs that Europe's largest economy is on track for a long-

German business sentiment rises more than expected in August, Ifo survey finds
Crime|Economy|Health|Political|World

Hungary foreign ministry files report on $964 million pandemic-era ventilator deals

Hungary's Foreign Ministry has filed a report with prosecutors on suspected fraud and other crimes involving the 2020 purchase of ventilators during the COVID-19 pandemic

Hungary foreign ministry files report on $964 million pandemic-era ventilator deals
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan Inc seeks new hedges for a long era of yen weakness

Taku Ueno buys beef from America, olive oil from Spain and tomatoes from Italy to stock his supermarkets south of Tokyo, imports that have

Japan Inc seeks new hedges for a long era of yen weakness
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Stablecoin card spending forecast to hit $50 billion a year by 2028 - RedotPay

Global stablecoin card spending is expected to quadruple to $50 billion a year by 2028, stablecoin payments company RedotPay said on Tuesday.

Stablecoin card spending forecast to hit $50 billion a year by 2028 - RedotPay
Crime|Europe|Technology|World

Germany to say who's behind attempted airport drone attack soon, says Merz

The German government will soon announce who is responsible for an attempted drone attack on Leipzig/Halle airport earlier this month, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on

Germany to say who's behind attempted airport drone attack soon, says Merz
Economy|Europe|World

German GDP, business sentiment beat expectations in latest sign of momentum

Germany's economy grew faster than initially indicated in the second quarter and business morale hit its highest level in a year in August, the latest

German GDP, business sentiment beat expectations in latest sign of momentum
Business|Entertainment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|World

EssilorLuxottica founder's son quits management roles after reported rift with CEO

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, the son of EssilorLuxottica's late founder, is stepping down from management roles at the eyewear giant, the company said on

EssilorLuxottica founder's son quits management roles after reported rift with CEO
Business|Political|Technology|World

Philippines seeking to expand military drone capabilities, says defence chief

The Philippines plans to expand its unmanned capabilities, including through development and acquisition of drones as part of efforts to modernise its

Philippines seeking to expand military drone capabilities, says defence chief
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

New Sinopec boss presses reset for world's biggest oil refiner

Hou Qijun has set out to transform Sinopec, the world's largest refiner, as it faces dwindling fuel demand,

New Sinopec boss presses reset for world's biggest oil refiner
Asia|Political|World

Vietnam says its foreign minister will visit Myanmar on Wednesday

Vietnamese Foreign

Vietnam says its foreign minister will visit Myanmar on Wednesday
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Bitcoin rises above $80,000 as soft dollar, debasement fears boost momentum

Bitcoin rose above $80,000 to hit a more than three-month high on Tuesday as a soft U.S. dollar, in the wake of the moves by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to calm the

Bitcoin rises above $80,000 as soft dollar, debasement fears boost momentum
Australia|Business|Economy|World

RBA says reserves still above demand amid shift to new liquidity system

Australia's central bank said on Tuesday reserves in the financial system were still above underlying demand as it shifts to a new system that will provide enough liquidity

RBA says reserves still above demand amid shift to new liquidity system
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology|World

Oil shortages escalate from wars in Iran and Ukraine, with few signs of relief

Cooking gas and diesel fuel are among the oil products whose supply levels have been affected already. Here’s why to expect long-term shortages.

Oil shortages escalate from wars in Iran and Ukraine, with few signs of relief
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Six months into Iran war, almost half of global oil flows from war zones

Almost half the world's oil comes from countries affected by conflict in 2026, Reuters calculations show, underscoring

Six months into Iran war, almost half of global oil flows from war zones
Economy|Environment|Europe|Health|Political|World

A women's shelter for refugees in Poland fights for survival as anti-Ukrainian sentiment rises

A Ukrainian migrant in Poland has faced online hate despite her efforts to help others

A women's shelter for refugees in Poland fights for survival as anti-Ukrainian sentiment rises
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|World

Fortescue suspends senior executive under sexual harassment probe

Fortescue, Australia's third-largest miner, said on Tuesday it had suspended a senior executive who is under investigation over allegations of sexual harassment and

Fortescue suspends senior executive under sexual harassment probe
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Australian bank investors brace for tough times as mortgage demand plummets

Investors are questioning the rich valuations on Australia's biggest banks as a downturn in lucrative mortgage lending threatens to

Australian bank investors brace for tough times as mortgage demand plummets
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Waiting on Nvidia for next leg of AI rally

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee It's been a muted start to the session in Asia on Tuesday, with stocks drifting ahead of Nvidia's earnings this

Waiting on Nvidia for next leg of AI rally
Business|Food|Health|World

India wanted red flags on chip packets and soda. Big Food fought back

A can of Fanta sold in London has 63 calories. Buy the same brand in India, and it contains three times as much sugar.

India wanted red flags on chip packets and soda. Big Food fought back
World

Pakistan and Iran made 'significant progress' in talks on conflict, minister says

Pakistan and Iran made "significant progress" in talks that focused on the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and a path to peace, Pakistan's interior minister said on Tuesday, at

Pakistan and Iran made 'significant progress' in talks on conflict, minister says
Crime|Europe|US|World

Lockerbie bombing trial postponed by US judge days before start

(This Aug 24 story has been republished, with no changes to text.)

Lockerbie bombing trial postponed by US judge days before start
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds against Sparks, sets single-season record as well

Angel Reese rebounded her way into the record books not once, but twice in one night

Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds against Sparks, sets single-season record as well
Election|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

As elections near, Netanyahu casts Turkey as Israel’s latest enemy

As elections near, Netanyahu casts Turkey as Israel’s latest enemy

As elections near, Netanyahu casts Turkey as Israel’s latest enemy
Economy|World

Trump's trade war with Canada could rattle economies in states with key Senate races

President Donald Trump insists he's trying to level the playing field with Canada through more tariffs

Trump's trade war with Canada could rattle economies in states with key Senate races
Sports|World

Conforto and Kelly hit back-to-back HRs, lift the Cubs over the Diamondbacks 7-0

Michael Conforto and Carson Kelly hit back-to-back homers, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 7-0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night

Conforto and Kelly hit back-to-back HRs, lift the Cubs over the Diamondbacks 7-0
Business|Finance|Political|Technology|World

New Zealand's main opposition party supports social media ban for under-16s

Labour, New Zealand's main opposition party, said on Tuesday it would support a ban on social media for under-16s, removing a major obstacle for Prime Minister Christopher

New Zealand's main opposition party supports social media ban for under-16s
Business|Economy|Technology|World

China robot maker Unitree's post-listing slump sparks bubble fears

A roughly 45% slump in the shares of Unitree, China's best-known humanoid robot maker, since a more than fivefold jump on its Shanghai debut has triggered

China robot maker Unitree's post-listing slump sparks bubble fears
Business|Science|Technology|World

China proposes road traffic law amendment with autonomous vehicles section, Xinhua says

China has proposed adding a dedicated chapter on autonomous vehicles to its Road Traffic Safety Law, according to the state-run Xinhua news agency.

China proposes road traffic law amendment with  autonomous vehicles section, Xinhua says
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Alabama launches probe into OpenAI after Hugging Face breach

Alabama's attorney general said on Monday the state had opened an investigation into OpenAI after its models hacked technology company Hugging Face last month, raising concerns

Alabama launches probe into OpenAI after Hugging Face breach
Business|Economy|World

Australia central bank debated rate hike in August, with board divided

The nine-member policy board of Australia's central bank was divided on whether to raise interest rates at its August policy meeting, with "several" judging a hike might be

Australia central bank debated rate hike in August, with board divided
Crime|Environment|World

Peru court hands lengthy prison terms in killing of Indigenous Amazon defender

A Peruvian court has convicted four men of murder-for-hire and sentenced them to between 15 and 35 years in prison for the 2023 killing of an Indigenous Kichwa leader and rainforest defender

Peru court hands lengthy prison terms in killing of Indigenous Amazon defender
Environment|US|World

Fire crews gain ground on destructive blaze raging near Reno, Nevada

Firefighters logged major gains on Monday against a wind-driven blaze that threatened the city of Reno, Nevada, over the weekend, destroying dozens of houses and

Fire crews gain ground on destructive blaze raging near Reno, Nevada
Business|Economy|US|World

Canada to announce retaliatory tariffs as Trump tells its leaders to ‘fall in line’

Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday after relations deteriorated sharply Monday

Canada to announce retaliatory tariffs as Trump tells its leaders to ‘fall in line’
Election|US|World

What Trump’s Supreme Court win means for mail ballots

What Trump’s Supreme Court win means for mail ballots

What Trump’s Supreme Court win means for mail ballots
Crime|Lifestyle|Political|World

Wife of active-duty Army sergeant is deported to Honduras under Trump's immigration crackdown

The wife of an active-duty U.S. soldier has been deported to her native Honduras in the latest deportation of a spouse or parent of an active-duty U.S. military service member under the Trump administration's immigration crackdown

Wife of active-duty Army sergeant is deported to Honduras under Trump's immigration crackdown
Political|US|World

Abdul El-Sayed distances himself from left-wing influencer after comments about American Jews

Abdul El-Sayed distances himself from left-wing influencer after comments about American Jews

Abdul El-Sayed distances himself from left-wing influencer after comments about American Jews
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Indonesia intensifies aerial firefighting as wildfire haze spreads to Malaysia

Indonesia has intensified ground and aerial firefighting operations as forest and peatland fires fueled by El Nino-driven drought and a prolonged dry season scorched tens of thousands of hectares, sending choking haze across parts of Southeast Asia

Indonesia intensifies aerial firefighting as wildfire haze spreads to Malaysia
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Boeing awarded contract with ceiling value of $131.2 billion for F-15 program

The U.S.

Boeing awarded contract with ceiling value of $131.2 billion for F-15 program
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Hyundai Motor's union reaches preliminary wage deal, averting more strikes

Hyundai Motor's South Korean union said on Tuesday it reached a tentative agreement with the company's management, averting further production

Hyundai Motor's union reaches preliminary wage deal, averting more strikes
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump's approval holds at record low as US support for Iran war falls, Reuters Ipsos poll finds

U.S. public approval of the war with Iran fell to its lowest level since the conflict's early days, helping to hold President Donald Trump's popularity at

Trump's approval holds at record low as US support for Iran war falls, Reuters Ipsos poll finds
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Nevada sues to block Trump administration's Colorado River plan

Nevada sued the Trump administration on Monday to block its plans for slashing water supplies from the drought-stricken Colorado River, saying it

Nevada sues to block Trump administration's Colorado River plan
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

US threatens countries doing business with Iran, but holds off on penalties for now

President Donald Trump's administration on Monday warned countries to cut their business ties with Iran or face secondary sanctions as

US threatens countries doing business with Iran, but holds off on penalties for now
Election|Finance|Political|World

Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms

The Supreme Court is siding with the Trump administration in a case over President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting, though it remains unclear how much can be implemented before the fast-approaching midterm elections

Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms
Crime|Sports|US|World

Texas police reveal no criminal findings and close case into death of Bills' DT Ed Oliver's son

A police investigation into the death of Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver’s 1-year-old son has resulted in no criminal findings and the case is now considered closed

Texas police reveal no criminal findings and close case into death of Bills' DT Ed Oliver's son
Business|Europe|World

European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on

European leaders joined President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv for the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence Day

European leaders mark Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day as Russian invasion pushes on
Crime|Political|World

Gang coalition unleashes violent new attack on farming community in Haiti

A powerful gang coalition in Haiti has attacked a once peaceful farming community nestled in the hills above the country's capital

Gang coalition unleashes violent new attack on farming community in Haiti
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

Trump is threatening new Canadian auto tariffs. That will hurt US automakers and workers

Trump is threatening new Canadian auto tariffs. That will hurt US automakers and workers

Trump is threatening new Canadian auto tariffs. That will hurt US automakers and workers
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

California Orange County DA announces $100 million for 50,000 evacuated residents in GKN incident

A district attorney in California said on Monday his office has concluded a criminal probe into a GKN Aerospace factory and announced a claims program of up to $100 million for more

California Orange County DA announces $100 million for 50,000 evacuated residents in GKN incident
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Trump administration plans to revoke visas of foreigners seeking asylum

President Donald Trump's administration said on Monday it planned to revoke the non-immigrant visas of foreigners who have applied for or are currently

Trump administration plans to revoke visas of foreigners seeking asylum
Election|Finance|US|World

US Supreme Court hands a win to Trump over mail-in ballot restrictions

The U.S.

US Supreme Court hands a win to Trump over mail-in ballot restrictions
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US|World

Basketball-Former NBA players Kanter Freedom, White not eligible for WNBA, sources say

Two former NBA players who sought to enter the 2027 WNBA draft are not eligible to participate in the women's basketball league, according to sources around

Basketball-Former NBA players Kanter Freedom, White not eligible for WNBA, sources say
Asia|Political|World

Seoul says South Korea and US vow close cooperation on North Korea

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S.

Seoul says South Korea and US vow close cooperation on North Korea
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Trading Day: Tech, tariffs & Treasuries

U.S. bond yields fell and tech weighed on U.S. stocks on Monday, as investors digested a raft of economic measures and developments coming out of

Trading Day: Tech, tariffs & Treasuries
Africa|Political|World

US urges new UN sanctions to spur rivals in Sudan to negotiate an end to war

The United States is urging beefed up U.N. sanctions against the warring parties in Sudan to build pressure on them to negotiate an end to fighting

US urges new UN sanctions to spur rivals in Sudan to negotiate an end to war
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Supreme Court backs Trump’s order to curb mail ballots

Supreme Court backs Trump’s order to curb mail ballots

Supreme Court backs Trump’s order to curb mail ballots
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Target apologizes for children's clown Halloween costume after backlash

By Nicholas P.

Target apologizes for children's clown Halloween costume after backlash
Business|Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Supreme Court clears the way for Trump to restrict mail-in voting

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for President Donald Trump to move ahead with his executive order restricting mail-in voting, though it remains unclear how much his administration can implement before the fast-approaching midterm elections

The Latest: Supreme Court clears the way for Trump to restrict mail-in voting
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Fentanyl, a Reagan ad and a near deal: Trump's trade war with Canada 

Canada and the United States have been locked in a tariff war since U.S. President Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025.

Fentanyl, a Reagan ad and a near deal: Trump's trade war with Canada 
Americas|Crime|World

Haiti gang raid leaves 47 dead, as residents demand stronger protections

At least 47 people were killed and 22 more injured in an overnight gang raid on a neighborhood overlooking Haiti's capital of Port-au-

Haiti gang raid leaves 47 dead, as residents demand stronger protections
Crime|MidEast|US|World

Judge postpones US trial for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103

A federal judge has postponed a trial in the U.S. for a Libyan man charged in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, citing the discovery of new evidence that defense attorneys want to examine

Judge postpones US trial for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump moves toward levying new tariff on China for flooding market with cheap goods, AP sources say

President Donald Trump is moving toward imposing a new tariff on China to penalize Beijing for flooding the global market with underpriced goods

Trump moves toward levying new tariff on China for flooding market with cheap goods, AP sources say
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Former NBA players not eligible for WNBA, sources say

Former NBA players not eligible for WNBA, sources say

Former NBA players not eligible for WNBA, sources say
Business|Economy|Education|World

Trump administration proposes $103,000 fee for H-1B visas

Trump administration proposes $103,000 fee for H-1B visas

Trump administration proposes $103,000 fee for H-1B visas
Political|World

DC's delegate candidate plans to target federal lawmakers challenging the city’s autonomy

Robert White Jr., the District of Columbia's presumptive delegate to Congress, has unveiled a plan to counter Republican interventions in the city's affairs

DC's delegate candidate plans to target federal lawmakers challenging the city’s autonomy
Election|Political|US|World

El-Sayed distances himself from popular streamer's comments on Israel and Jewish Americans

Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Michigan, has distanced himself from progressive online commentator Hasan Piker

El-Sayed distances himself from popular streamer's comments on Israel and Jewish Americans
Europe|Sports|World

Rogers scores on Chelsea debut as Blues beat Fulham and Roma hammers Fiorentina

Chelsea club record signing Morgan Rogers has scored on his debut as Chelsea beat Fulham 3-2 in an end-to-end Premier League encounter at Craven Cottage

Rogers scores on Chelsea debut as Blues beat Fulham and Roma hammers Fiorentina
Europe|Sports|World

Rogers scores on debut as Chelsea beats Fulham to win Premier League opener

Chelsea record signing Morgan Rogers has scored on his debut in a 3-2 win over Fulham in its Premier League opener

Rogers scores on debut as Chelsea beats Fulham to win Premier League opener
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Health|US|World

Psychologist doubtful of Lindsay Clancy’s hallucination claim as judge denies defense request for mistrial

Psychologist doubtful of Lindsay Clancy’s hallucination claim as judge denies defense request for mistrial

Psychologist doubtful of Lindsay Clancy’s hallucination claim as judge denies defense request for mistrial
Business|Environment|Science|World

US judge dismisses legal challenge to Trump's offshore drilling expansion

An Alaska federal judge on Monday threw out a lawsuit by environmental groups challenging President Donald Trump’s move to allow offshore drilling along broad swaths of

US judge dismisses legal challenge to Trump's offshore drilling expansion
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

WestJet cabin crew approve proposed deal after strike

WestJet flight attendants on Monday voted to accept a tentative agreement that would boost wages by more than 18% over three years, their union said, after they held a strike that

WestJet cabin crew approve proposed deal after strike
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Lula's campaign considers curbing on independent contractors in potential new term

The Brazilian government is evaluating mechanisms to curb the use of workers hired as legal entities rather than employees in a potential reelection of President Luiz

Lula's campaign considers curbing on independent contractors in potential new term
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US Treasury to stick to debt auction schedule despite bigger buybacks, Bessent says

The U.S.

US Treasury to stick to debt auction schedule despite bigger buybacks, Bessent says
Business|Economy|Political|World

US removes Syria from terrorism sponsor list, lifting major investment obstacle

The United States removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism on Monday, lifting what Damascus says was the last major impediment to

US removes Syria from terrorism sponsor list, lifting major investment obstacle
Crime|US|World

Karen Solomon, wanted in connection with the death of her officer husband, believed to be found dead in woods, police say

Karen Solomon, wanted in connection with the death of her officer husband, believed to be found dead in woods, police say

Karen Solomon, wanted in connection with the death of her officer husband, believed to be found dead in woods, police say
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli fire kills two young children in Gaza, medics say

Israeli airstrikes and gunfire killed two young children and at least two other Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Monday, health officials in

Israeli fire kills two young children in Gaza, medics say
Business|Economy|Political|World

US widens sanctions on Iran but withholds more punishing options

The U.S. on Monday unveiled an expansion of sanctions that it said would cut off Iran's economic lifeline but stopped short of the most

US widens sanctions on Iran but withholds more punishing options
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Political|US|World

California cancels talks with Paramount over Warner Bros deal

California Attorney General Rob Bonta canceled a meeting with Paramount Skydance representatives scheduled for

California cancels talks with Paramount over Warner Bros deal
Political|US|World

Democratic senators demand review of conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, other US warships participating in Iran blockade

Democratic senators demand review of conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, other US warships participating in Iran blockade

Democratic senators demand review of conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln, other US warships participating in Iran blockade
Business|Economy|Finance|World

From honey to hockey sticks, Trump's trade war with Canada hikes tariffs on a long list of goods

Honey

From honey to hockey sticks, Trump's trade war with Canada hikes tariffs on a long list of goods
Crime|Economy|Political|Travel|World

US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say

The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States

US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Trump's 'economic D-Day' threats become warnings for countries to sever financial ties with Iran

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced a new round of sanctions aimed at Iran

Trump's 'economic D-Day' threats become warnings for countries to sever financial ties with Iran
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street drifts at the start of a week that could swing stocks and bonds

U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed finish as the countdown ticks toward potentially market-moving events coming later in the week

Wall Street drifts at the start of a week that could swing stocks and bonds
Business|Finance|Political|US|World

Rubio tells S.Korean counterpart their countries need to remain in close coordination

U.S.

Rubio tells S.Korean counterpart their countries need to remain in close coordination
Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin allows Russia to take control of infrastructure deemed vulnerable to drone attacks

President Vladimir Putin on Monday handed the Russian state the power to take control of critically important infrastructure if it is deemed to be poorly protected from

Putin allows Russia to take control of infrastructure deemed vulnerable to drone attacks
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

US removes Syria's designation as State Sponsor of Terrorism list

The State Department on Monday removed Syria from its list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, according to a notification from the U.S.

US removes Syria's designation as State Sponsor of Terrorism list
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Taiwan charges 9 over illegal AI server exports to China, including Nvidia and Super Micro staff

Taiwanese prosecutors have charged nine people, including one from Nvidia and two from Super Micro, for illegally exporting high-end AI servers to China

Taiwan charges 9 over illegal AI server exports to China, including Nvidia and Super Micro staff
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Iran warns of a harsh response as US announces new sanctions and other Middle East news

Iran is again warning about consequences in response to new U.S. economic sanctions, including for its neighbors

Iran warns of a harsh response as US announces new sanctions and other Middle East news
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Strikes in Gaza kill 4, including 2 children, a week after US asked Israel to curb attacks

Israeli strikes and tank fire in Gaza have killed at least four people, including two children, according to hospital officials

Strikes in Gaza kill 4, including 2 children, a week after US asked Israel to curb attacks
Europe|Political|World

Britain, France pledge stronger support as Ukraine marks Independence Day

The leaders of Britain and France pledged to provide Ukraine with stronger military support — including access to classified technology and

Britain, France pledge stronger support as Ukraine marks Independence Day
Business|Economy|World

Japan eyes tax breaks for non-core business sales in governance reform push, sources say

Japan's government is considering tax breaks on gains from sales of non-core businesses, a move that could accelerate long-delayed

Japan eyes tax breaks for non-core business sales in governance reform push, sources say
Business|Economy|World

Oil drops more than $2 despite new US sanctions on Iran

Oil prices slipped more than $2 a barrel on Monday as investors took profits after recent gains and shrugged off new U.S. sanctions on Iran.

Oil drops more than $2 despite new US sanctions on Iran
Business|Environment|Health|World

As US border reopens to Mexican cattle, concerns persist over screwworm spread

Mexico is bolstering its screwworm containment campaign in northern border states where recent cases have been

As US border reopens to Mexican cattle, concerns persist over screwworm spread
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq end down on tech stocks, investors weigh Iran moves

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended lower on Monday, pulled down by technology stocks, as investors weighed fresh U.S. economic

S&P 500, Nasdaq end down on tech stocks, investors weigh Iran moves
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Israel's Netanyahu says Iran tried to kill one of his sons

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that Iran had tried to kill one of his sons, but gave no details about when the alleged plot took place, which son

Israel's Netanyahu says Iran tried to kill one of his sons
Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US Postal Service issues new rule for mail ballots, but its impact on the midterms is uncertain

The U.S. Postal Service has unveiled new requirements for mail ballots less than two weeks before some states begin sending them

US Postal Service issues new rule for mail ballots, but its impact on the midterms is uncertain
Crime|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|MidEast|World

There's a renewed crackdown on how Iranian women dress

Four years after the death of Mahsa Amini, and the "Women, Life, Freedom" protests that followed, it seems the way Iranian women dress is back in the spotlight. As the US-Iran war stalls, videos circulating on social media show women being shamed on the streets for what they're wearing, particularly if they don't have the mandatory hijab on. CNN's Jomana Karadsheh reports.

There's a renewed crackdown on how Iranian women dress
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UK, Ukraine sign AI defence partnership linked to battlefield technology

Britain said on Monday it had signed a partnership with Ukraine to jointly develop artificial intelligence tools for defence and security, giving British researchers access

UK, Ukraine sign AI defence partnership linked to battlefield technology
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France, Saudi Arabia agree on €6 billion Dragon Ball Z theme park project near Paris

France and Saudi Arabia have agreed to build a €6 billion ($7 billion) manga-themed amusement park near Paris, the Elysee Palace said on Monday during a visit by Saudi Crown

France, Saudi Arabia agree on €6 billion Dragon Ball Z theme park project near Paris
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US eyes China overcapacity tariffs of 7.5% before Xi-Trump talks, Bloomberg News reports

U.S. is set to impose a 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods over allegations of excess manufacturing capacity before a planned summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S.

US eyes China overcapacity tariffs of 7.5% before Xi-Trump talks, Bloomberg News reports
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What are Iran's options to escalate further in face of US economic threats?

LONDON, Aug 24 - U.S. threats to impose "the toughest sanctions in history" to force Iran to buckle to its demands after nearly six months of war have raised the prospect of a new round of escalation

What are Iran's options to escalate further in face of US economic threats?
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Shares dip with pressure from technology, yields and oil fall

MSCI's global equities gauge lost ground on Monday as weakness in technology stocks offset support from a dip in U.S.

Shares dip with pressure from technology, yields and oil fall
Business|Economy|World

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on all cars and trucks from Canada amid trade fight

President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to raise U.S. tariffs on all cars, trucks and automotive parts from Canada to 50%

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on all cars and trucks from Canada amid trade fight
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The latest dangerous social media trend that ‘gamifies’ deadly driving

The latest dangerous social media trend that ‘gamifies’ deadly driving

The latest dangerous social media trend that ‘gamifies’ deadly driving
Americas|Crime|Political|World

US strikes a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing 2 people in first attack in months

U.S. forces have struck another vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people accused of trafficking drugs

US strikes a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing 2 people in first attack in months
Europe|Science|Technology|World

Britain’s giving Ukraine access to secret missile technology. Will it make a difference?

Britain’s giving Ukraine access to secret missile technology. Will it make a difference?

Britain’s giving Ukraine access to secret missile technology. Will it make a difference?
Crime|Political|World

Mexico's Sheinbaum says return to post of governor facing U.S. drug charges was 'not appropriate'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday it was "reckless" and "not appropriate" for Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya to

Mexico's Sheinbaum says return to post of governor facing U.S. drug charges was 'not appropriate'
Europe|Political|World

UK's Burnham urges allies to do 'everything' to support Ukraine's skies

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham urged allies on Monday to "do everything we can" and "dig into our own stocks of air defence" to protect Ukraine against Russian attacks

UK's Burnham urges allies to do 'everything' to support Ukraine's skies
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Dollar higher after Iran sanctions, loonie drops after US announces tariff increases

The U.S. dollar advanced on Monday, coming off its third weekly decline in four that sent the greenback to three-month lows after President Donald

Dollar higher after Iran sanctions, loonie drops after US announces tariff increases
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Travel|World

Denmark's prime minister blasts unsolicited beauty advice from plastic surgeon on Instagram

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has expressed frustration over unsolicited beauty advice

Denmark's prime minister blasts unsolicited beauty advice from plastic surgeon on Instagram
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Trump is threatening 50% tariffs on Canadian cars. Here’s what else he’s targeting

Trump is threatening 50% tariffs on Canadian cars. Here’s what else he’s targeting

Trump is threatening 50% tariffs on Canadian cars. Here’s what else he’s targeting
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Mississippi leaders urge Andy Gipson to remove Sharia law comments but he said he won't

Mississippi leaders urge Andy Gipson to remove Sharia law comments but he said he won't

Mississippi leaders urge Andy Gipson to remove Sharia law comments but he said he won't
Celebrity|Environment|Europe|World

Prince Harry to leave board of African Parks conservation nonprofit

Prince Harry is stepping down as a trustee of African Parks, a nonprofit managing protected areas in 13 countries

Prince Harry to leave board of African Parks conservation nonprofit
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

Mother relives son's 2021 kidnapping after suspect accused in Atlanta abduction

Mother relives son's 2021 kidnapping after suspect accused in Atlanta abduction

Mother relives son's 2021 kidnapping after suspect accused in Atlanta abduction
Arts|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|World

Venice Film Festival adds Gaza doc ‘NAZA' to competition lineup

The Venice Film Festival has added a new documentary about the civilian toll of the Israel-Hamas war to its lineup

Venice Film Festival adds Gaza doc ‘NAZA' to competition lineup
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Carney: The US 'asked too much, and they offered too little’

Trade talks between Canada and the United States failed at the last minute on Friday night, reigniting the North American trade war, with Ottawa vowing to match Washington’s tariffs.

Carney: The US 'asked too much, and they offered too little’
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Wall Street opens lower as high-stakes Iran, inflation tests loom

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower on Monday as investors weighed the U.S. pledge of an "economic D-Day" against Iran while awaiting AI giant Nvidia's quarterly results and a

Wall Street opens lower as high-stakes Iran, inflation tests loom
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|World

Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist Karen Attiah

A private arbitrator has ordered The Washington Post to reinstate opinion columnist Karen Attiah with back pay, after the newspaper fired her in September over social media posts

Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist Karen Attiah
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Putin hands Russian state right to take control of badly protected infrastructure objects

President Vladimir Putin on Monday handed the Russian state the authority to take control of critically-important infrastructure facilities if they are deemed to be poorly

Putin hands Russian state right to take control of badly protected infrastructure objects
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Xpeng forecast disappoints as China EV competition heats up

Chinese EV maker Xpeng forecast third-quarter revenue below Wall Street expectations on Monday, hurt by intensifying competition in the domestic auto market.

Xpeng forecast disappoints as China EV competition heats up
Business|Economy|World

Canada July factory sales most likely down 0.2% - Statscan flash estimate

Canadian factory sales most likely fell 0.2% in July from June, largely driven by lower sales in the chemical and fabricated metal product subsectors, Statistics Canada said in a

Canada July factory sales most likely down 0.2% - Statscan flash estimate
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Mexico inflation accelerates in early August

Mexico's 12-month inflation rate accelerated in early August, data from national statistics agency INEGI showed on Monday, while core inflation remained persistent.

Mexico inflation accelerates in early August
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China's Xi likely to visit India with big delegation for first time in seven years

Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to attend next month's BRICS summit in New Delhi with a large delegation, three sources said, in

China's Xi likely to visit India with big delegation for first time in seven years
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Mexico's economy blooms in Q2, fastest growing pace since 2022

Mexico's economy rebounded in the second quarter from the previous three-month period, national statistics agency INEGI said on Monday, posting

Mexico's economy blooms in Q2, fastest growing pace since 2022
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Museum heists have turned more violent, with thieves hired on social media, Europol says

Art thieves in Europe are committing more violent robberies focusing on gold and jewels, and specialist gangs have been replaced by ad-hoc opportunists

Museum heists have turned more violent, with thieves hired on social media, Europol says
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Judge denies Karmelo Anthony's appeal for a new trial in killing of Austin Metcalf

Judge denies Karmelo Anthony's appeal for a new trial in killing of Austin Metcalf

Judge denies Karmelo Anthony's appeal for a new trial in killing of Austin Metcalf
Crime|Election|World

Zambia closes courts on last day to file election challenge

Zambian authorities closed the country's top courts on Monday, blocking access to the premises on the last day that the opposition could file a challenge to this month's

Zambia closes courts on last day to file election challenge
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US and Canada fall deeper into a trade war with new tariffs as talks collapse and blame is spread

The United States and Canada have fallen deeper into a trade war

US and Canada fall deeper into a trade war with new tariffs as talks collapse and blame is spread
Asia|Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Fast-fashion giant Shein shrinks value to up to $27 billion in Hong Kong IPO

Shein aims to raise up to $1.8 billion in a Hong Kong IPO that values the fast-fashion retailer roughly 70% below its private-market peak

Fast-fashion giant Shein shrinks value to up to $27 billion in Hong Kong IPO
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Ukraine targets Ozon in widening attacks on Russian online retailers

Ukraine has targeted four logistics hubs owned by Russia's second-largest online retailer Ozon, widening a campaign of drone strikes on Russian e-commerce

Ukraine targets Ozon in widening attacks on Russian online retailers
Africa|Crime|World

Video appears to show 600 people abducted in Nigeria mosque attack, residents say

An armed group has posted a video showing what residents said were about 600 women, children and older people abducted in an

Video appears to show 600 people abducted in Nigeria mosque attack, residents say
Environment|Opinion|Science|World

The world inches toward catastrophic climate events: 'Bigger shocks are on the way'

Scientists have long warned that the world will experience more intense extreme weather events like heat waves, storms, floods and droughts as long as we continue to use gas, oil and coal at our current pace

The world inches toward catastrophic climate events: 'Bigger shocks are on the way'
Africa|Environment|Health|Science|World

Congo's Ebola outbreak records one of its highest weekly death tolls yet

More than 300 people have died of Ebola in eastern Congo in the past week, according to government data

Congo's Ebola outbreak records one of its highest weekly death tolls yet
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Kazakhstan's pro-government party wins parliamentary election, boosting president's grip on power

Officials say Kazakhstan’s pro-government Adilet Oarty won a landslide victory in the Central Asian country’s parliamentary elections

Kazakhstan's pro-government party wins parliamentary election, boosting president's grip on power
Crime|Health|US|World

Sean Grayson, former Sangamon County deputy convicted in killing of Sonya Massey, dies in prison, attorney says

Sean Grayson, former Sangamon County deputy convicted in killing of Sonya Massey, dies in prison, attorney says

Sean Grayson, former Sangamon County deputy convicted in killing of Sonya Massey, dies in prison, attorney says
Sports|World

The walls appeared to be closing in on Gianni Infantino. Not everyone wants him gone

The walls appeared to be closing in on Gianni Infantino. Not everyone wants him gone

The walls appeared to be closing in on Gianni Infantino. Not everyone wants him gone
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Former commissioner Tim Finchem donates $13 million as PGA Tour reshapes its charity strategy

Former PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem and his wife are donating $13 million to PGA Tour Charities as the tour reshapes its charity strategy amid so much attention on profit and earnings

Former commissioner Tim Finchem donates $13 million as PGA Tour reshapes its charity strategy
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Travel|World

Human remains found in Tucson’s vast desert have fueled speculation about a link to Nancy Guthrie. Here’s what’s going on

Human remains found in Tucson’s vast desert have fueled speculation about a link to Nancy Guthrie. Here’s what’s going on

Human remains found in Tucson’s vast desert have fueled speculation about a link to Nancy Guthrie. Here’s what’s going on
Africa|Crime|Europe|Health|World

Tunisian hospital receives 19 bodies after migrant boat sinks

A hospital in the southern Tunisian city of Ben Guerdane has received at least 19 bodies of migrants recovered from the sea over the past two days, the head of

Tunisian hospital receives 19 bodies after migrant boat sinks
Africa|Business|Political|World

Ceasefire monitors deploy in eastern Congo under Qatari peace deal

A mission to observe implementation of a ceasefire between Congolese forces and Rwandan-backed rebels began on Monday in eastern Congo, the first field deployment under a

Ceasefire monitors deploy in eastern Congo under Qatari peace deal
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AfD turns 'Vespa of East Germany' into election campaign vehicle

The sound of thousands of engines filled the festival grounds of the medieval German village of Quedlinburg on Sunday as Ulrich Siegmund, the

AfD turns 'Vespa of East Germany' into election campaign vehicle
Economy|Europe|World

French far-left leader Melenchon seen reaching presidential runoff, poll shows

French far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon is seen as the most likely rival to far-right candidate Marine Le Pen in next year's presidential run-off, a Monday poll showed,

French far-left leader Melenchon seen reaching presidential runoff, poll shows
Americas|Business|Election|Political|World

Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro neck and neck ahead of Brazil election, Nexus poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are in a technical tie in a potential runoff ahead of October's presidential

Lula, Flavio Bolsonaro neck and neck ahead of Brazil election, Nexus poll shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China's $119 billion policy financing tool begins project applications, faces roll-out lag

China has opened applications for an 800 billion yuan ($119 billion) policy-based financing tool for local government projects to shore up slowing economic growth, although

China's $119 billion policy financing tool begins project applications, faces roll-out lag
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Iran threatens 45 tankers with fines, confiscation in Hormuz escalation

Iran said it had blacklisted 45 tankers that had broken its rules for crossing the Strait of Hormuz, and would take action against any vessels

Iran threatens 45 tankers with fines, confiscation in Hormuz escalation
Crime|Travel|World

11 cruise ship workers arrested in Boston over alleged child sex abuse materials in "Operation Tidal Wave"

11 cruise ship workers arrested in Boston over alleged child sex abuse materials in "Operation Tidal Wave"

11 cruise ship workers arrested in Boston over alleged child sex abuse materials in "Operation Tidal Wave"
Crime|Health|Political|World

Sutter County inmate on the run after escaping custody from hospital room

Sutter County inmate on the run after escaping custody from hospital room

Sutter County inmate on the run after escaping custody from hospital room
Business|Economy|World

Kremlin says it is acting to minimise impact of Ukrainian strikes on Russian grain exports

The Kremlin said on Monday that measures were being taken to minimise the impact of Ukrainian strikes on Russia's grain exports as global wheat importers brace for tighter

Kremlin says it is acting to minimise impact of Ukrainian strikes on Russian grain exports
Economy|Election|World

For Republicans, Dallas convention is both rally and rescue mission

President Donald Trump's Republican Party is increasingly viewing its first-of-a-kind midterm convention in Dallas next month as crucial to

For Republicans, Dallas convention is both rally and rescue mission
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says Middle East at critical point, calls for cooling tensions and dialogue

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday the situation in the Middle East and Gulf region had again reached a critical juncture and urged

China says Middle East at critical point, calls for cooling tensions and dialogue
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says British missile help for Ukraine 'adds fuel to the fire'

The Kremlin said on Monday that Britain's decision to hand Ukraine classified information on British-made components used to make SCALP long-range cruise missiles would "add

Kremlin says British missile help for Ukraine 'adds fuel to the fire'
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Indonesia says death toll from August 15 earthquake reaches 100

The death toll from an earthquake that hit eastern Indonesia reached 100 on Monday, the disaster agency chief said, as relief operations continued for a 10th day. 

Indonesia says death toll from August 15 earthquake reaches 100
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Zelenskiy says Russia is 'not ready' for ceasefire on grain ships

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Russia was "not ready" for a ceasefire on attacks on ships in the Black Sea carrying agricultural produce, as Moscow wants to

Zelenskiy says Russia is 'not ready' for ceasefire on grain ships