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Today: August 18, 2026

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Heavy rains kill 1 in South Korea and flood major streets in Philippines

Torrential rains have pounded southern South Korea, leaving one person dead and four others injured

Heavy rains kill 1 in South Korea and flood major streets in Philippines
Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Exploring the "Turkish Maldives"

Less than an hour off the coast of the Turkish Riviera lies Suluada - a remote island so strikingly white and blue it’s earned the nickname “the Turkish Maldives.” Accessible only by boat and completely untouched, CNN's Leroy Ah Ben explores this hidden-gem that only locals know of.

Exploring the "Turkish Maldives"
Business|Crime|Europe|World

Construction workers strike gold at work – literally

Construction workers strike gold at work – literally

Construction workers strike gold at work – literally
Technology|World

US Navy destroyer spent four days without power last month in South China Sea

US Navy destroyer spent four days without power last month in South China Sea

US Navy destroyer spent four days without power last month in South China Sea
Economy|Political|World

The 60-day deadline for an Iran peace deal is expiring. Here's where things stand

The 60-day deadline for an agreement to end the Iran war and resolve the dispute over its nuclear program is expiring

The 60-day deadline for an Iran peace deal is expiring. Here's where things stand
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing heads to Russia for official visit, state media reports

Myanmar junta chief-turned-president Min Aung Hlaing left for Russia on Monday for his first official visit to the country since he assumed the presidency in April, according to

Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing heads to Russia for official visit, state media reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

China new home prices stagnant in July as demand stays weak

China's new home prices were stagnant in July, underscoring the challenges for a broad recovery of the housing sector as demand remained subdued.

China new home prices stagnant in July as demand stays weak
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Taiwan's president says record defence spending an investment in peace

Taiwan is determined to strengthen its defences and plans record defence spending next year, President Lai Ching-te said on Monday, describing his

Taiwan's president says record defence spending an investment in peace
Business|Economy|World

China's recovery sputters as consumption, output lose steam

China's economy lost momentum at the start of the second half, with industrial output and retail sales slowing as extreme weather disruptions and persistently weak domestic

China's recovery sputters as consumption, output lose steam
Business|Economy|World

China's July industrial output grew 4.5% y/y, retail sales up 0.6%

China's industrial output in July grew 4.5% from a year earlier, slowing from 5.3% growth in June, data released by the National Bureau of Statistics showed on Monday.

China's July industrial output grew 4.5% y/y, retail sales up 0.6%
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump seeks cuts to US-South Korea drills, reviving earlier objections

U.S.

Trump seeks cuts to US-South Korea drills, reviving earlier objections
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Xi says China needs ‘indomitable fighting spirit,’ praises Tiananmen crackdown

Xi says China needs ‘indomitable fighting spirit,’ praises Tiananmen crackdown

Xi says China needs ‘indomitable fighting spirit,’ praises Tiananmen crackdown
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Emerging markets march out of 'valley of tears' as investors diversify

War, tariffs and AI gyrations have done little to dent the flow of cash into emerging markets, as reforms, deeper local capital markets

Emerging markets march out of 'valley of tears' as investors diversify
Business|Crime|Political|Technology|World

Binance gave Moscow client details used to charge Russian over Ukraine donations, documents show

Binance last year handed Russian authorities details of cryptocurrency donations to Ukrainian fundraising campaigns that were used as evidence to bring

Binance gave Moscow client details used to charge Russian over Ukraine donations, documents show
Business|Economy|Political|World

Xi leads event marking late leader Jiang Zemin's 100th birth anniversary

Top Chinese officials led by President Xi Jinping gathered in the Great Hall of the People on Monday to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of late leader Jiang

Xi leads event marking late leader Jiang Zemin's 100th birth anniversary
Americas|Crime|World

After killing hundreds in boat strikes, US military expands campaign on land in Latin America

The Trump administration says it is seeking to expand its lethal campaign of bombing boats off Latin America’s Caribbean and Pacific coasts onto land

After killing hundreds in boat strikes, US military expands campaign on land in Latin America
Political|US|World

Trump orders Pentagon to cut back military exercises with South Korea

U.S.

Trump orders Pentagon to cut back military exercises with South Korea
Business|Environment|World

Search teams comb rubble in Colombia nearly a week after quake as aid effort expands

Search teams worked through the rubble of collapsed buildings in western Colombia on Sunday, nearly a week after a powerful earthquake devastated cities

Search teams comb rubble in Colombia nearly a week after quake as aid effort expands
Asia|Political|World

Myanmar confirms nearly 309,000 Rohingya in Bangladesh, says security issues delaying repatriation

Myanmar's military-backed government has verified that nearly 309,000 displaced people in camps in

Myanmar confirms nearly 309,000 Rohingya in Bangladesh, says security issues delaying repatriation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Could consumers keep the Fed on hold, while Japan hikes?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook The indomitable U.S. consumer may finally have taken a beat, and Friday's figures showing the first fall in

Could consumers keep the Fed on hold, while Japan hikes?
Asia|Health|World

Vietnam targets natural sex ratio at birth by 2035, draft government plan shows

Vietnam wants to bring its sex ratio at birth down to the natural level of about 106 boys for every 100 girls by 2035, according to a draft plan from the Ministry of Health

Vietnam targets natural sex ratio at birth by 2035, draft government plan shows
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan Q2 growth misses forecasts on weaker spending, investment

Japan's economy slowed in the second quarter and missed market forecasts on softer household and business spending, highlighting the

Japan Q2 growth misses forecasts on weaker spending, investment
Asia|Environment|World

South Korea landslide kills one as heavy rains sweep southern areas, media reports

A landslide in South Korea killed one person and injured three, media reports said on Monday, as heavy rainfall lashed the country's southern region. 

South Korea landslide kills one as heavy rains sweep southern areas, media reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s economy and morale by attacking online retailer

Day after day over recent weeks, Ukrainian drones have pummeled giant depots belonging to Wildberries, the country’s biggest online retailer, burning estimated billions of dollars’ worth of merchandise and bringing the war home to the broad public

Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s economy and morale by attacking online retailer
Crime|Education|Opinion|World

The debate over Jason Arday’s life continues – just as viciously – despite his death at 41

The debate over Jason Arday’s life continues – just as viciously – despite his death at 41

The debate over Jason Arday’s life continues – just as viciously – despite his death at 41
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Philippine central bank says inflation to ease gradually, risks remain on upside

The Philippine central bank governor said on Monday that inflation is expected to ease gradually over the medium term even as risks to consumer prices remain on the upside.

Philippine central bank says inflation to ease gradually, risks remain on upside
Business|Economy|Political|World

EU plans most far-reaching sanctions against Russia in coming months, Kallas says

The European Union intends to significantly expand sanctions against Russia in the coming months over its war in Ukraine, the bloc's foreign policy chief, Kaja

EU plans most far-reaching sanctions against Russia in coming months, Kallas says
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|US|World

More than 180,000 without power in Hawaii, 100 homes damaged as Lala weakens to tropical storm

More than 180,000 utility customers remained without power across Hawaii on Sunday afternoon after Hurricane Lala brushed the Big Island before

More than 180,000 without power in Hawaii, 100 homes damaged as Lala weakens to tropical storm
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Japan's economy manages 1.1% growth rate despite headwinds

Japan’s economy grew an annualized rate of 1.1% in the April-June quarter, even as private consumption stayed flat and the growth of exports declined

Japan's economy manages 1.1% growth rate despite headwinds
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Corgis run, bark and sniff their way to glory at a growing international race

It’s not all about short-legged speed when 150 corgis gather for an international race celebrating the little dogs

Corgis run, bark and sniff their way to glory at a growing international race
Crime|Environment|Europe|World

Firefighters battle wildfires in Belgium and Greece as 2 die on an island near Athens

Firefighters are battling wildfires in Belgium and Greece, with a massive blaze scorching a nature reserve in eastern Belgium

Firefighters battle wildfires in Belgium and Greece as 2 die on an island near Athens
Business|Economy|World

Japan's economy expands annualised 1.1% in April-June

Japan's economy expanded an annualised 1.1% in the April-June quarter, government data showed on Monday, compared with a median market forecast for a 2.0% increase.

Japan's economy expands annualised 1.1% in April-June
Business|Economy|World

Shipping slows through Strait of Hormuz after tanker attacks, data shows

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed over the weekend, data showed on Monday, following attacks on tankers, while U.S.-Iran talks to resolve the

Shipping slows through Strait of Hormuz after tanker attacks, data shows
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Avocado pickers in Mexico welcome restart of exports to US, but security fears remain

Authorities have lifted a U.S. security alert that halted avocado exports from Michoacán, Mexico's main avocado-producing state

Avocado pickers in Mexico welcome restart of exports to US, but security fears remain
Asia|Political|US|World

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea

President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to scale back annual joint military exercises with South Korea

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea
Europe|Sports|World

Irish fans praised for standout support of their athletes at European championships in Birmingham

Irish athletes at the European championships in Birmingham, England, say they feel like they're competing at home

Irish fans praised for standout support of their athletes at European championships in Birmingham
Business|Economy|Health|World

New Zealand's a2 Milk tumbles on weak earnings forecast, profit miss

New Zealand's a2 Milk forecast weak annual earnings on Monday after missing market expectations for fiscal year 2026 due to supply-chain disruption in its China-label business,

New Zealand's a2 Milk tumbles on weak earnings forecast, profit miss
Environment|World

Tropical Storm Lala rakes Hawaii with high winds and rain without making landfall

Hurricane Lala has weakened to a tropical storm after raking Hawaii without making landfall

Tropical Storm Lala rakes Hawaii with high winds and rain without making landfall
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Science|US|World

At least 7 people have died from days of heavy rain and record-setting flooding in Indiana

Indiana public safety officials say at least seven people have died during days of heavy rain and historic flooding in the state

At least 7 people have died from days of heavy rain and record-setting flooding in Indiana
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Lake Powell hits record low, threatening key water and electricity supply for millions

The water level at Lake Powell has fallen to a record low in another sign of crisis along the Colorado River

Lake Powell hits record low, threatening key water and electricity supply for millions
Sports|World

Cameroon beats Malawi 3-0 to win Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time

Cameroon has finally won the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-0 victory over tournament debutant Malawi

Cameroon beats Malawi 3-0 to win Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Fresh off Toronto title, Iga Swiatek wins first match at Cincinnati Open

Iga Swiatek overcame a short turnaround after winning the title in Toronto on Thursday to defeat Colombian Emiliana Arango, 6-3, 6-0, on center court at the Cincinnati Open on Sunday

Fresh off Toronto title, Iga Swiatek wins first match at Cincinnati Open
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Midwest flooding begins to ease, but one more round of storms is on the way

Midwest flooding begins to ease, but one more round of storms is on the way

Midwest flooding begins to ease, but one more round of storms is on the way
Health|Political|World

Admiral praises USS Lincoln crew amid reports of worsening conditions during long deployment

The leader of U.S.

Admiral praises USS Lincoln crew amid reports of worsening conditions during long deployment
Crime|Political|US|World

US Attorney General Blanche publicly backs Pirro after Trump criticism over Reflecting Pool

U.S.

US Attorney General Blanche publicly backs Pirro after Trump criticism over Reflecting Pool
Europe|Sports|World

Britain's Amy Hunt wins record 4th gold medal at European championships. 'Mondo' victorious again

Amy Hunt has won a record fourth gold medal in a single edition of the European championships after Britain clinched victory in the mixed 4x100 relay

Britain's Amy Hunt wins record 4th gold medal at European championships. 'Mondo' victorious again
Political|World

Kushner has a rare meeting with Hamas' leader on the Gaza road map. A meeting with Netanyahu is next

U.S. negotiator Jared Kushner has held a rare meeting with the Hamas chief in Egypt in a push to make progress on the stalled Gaza ceasefire

Kushner has a rare meeting with Hamas' leader on the Gaza road map. A meeting with Netanyahu is next
Business|Europe|Sports|World

Barcelona set to sign Rodri after agreeing to deal with Man City, AP source says

Spain’s World Cup-winning captain Rodri appears to be heading back home after Manchester City and Barcelona reached an agreement over the midfielder’s move

Barcelona set to sign Rodri after agreeing to deal with Man City, AP source says
Africa|Crime|Environment|World

12 more bodies are recovered in Zimbabwe's ferry disaster, bringing death toll to 84

Authorities in Zimbabwe continue searching for bodies after an overloaded ferry capsized on Lake Kariba last week, killing more than 80 people

12 more bodies are recovered in Zimbabwe's ferry disaster, bringing death toll to 84
Business|Crime|Economy|World

US considers new sanctions on Brazilian judge, FT reports

The U.S. government has discussed new sanctions against Brazilian Supreme Court judge Alexandre de Moraes, the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing people familiar with the

US considers new sanctions on Brazilian judge, FT reports
Travel|US|World

Retired flight attendant begins final "Paulie's Push" to honor 9/11 victims, "I made a promise"

Retired flight attendant begins final "Paulie's Push" to honor 9/11 victims, "I made a promise"

Retired flight attendant begins final "Paulie's Push" to honor 9/11 victims, "I made a promise"
Africa|Crime|Europe|World

Moroccan security forces arrest nearly 300 migrants trying to reach Spain’s Ceuta

Moroccan security forces have arrested hundreds of migrants trying to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta by land and sea

Moroccan security forces arrest nearly 300 migrants trying to reach Spain’s Ceuta
Crime|Europe|World

Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia

Ukraine has launched hundreds of drones across Russia, killing at least six people in one of Kyiv’s largest aerial attacks of the war

Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia
Business|Health|Political|World

Top US commander visits aircraft carrier, Gaza talks in Egypt and other Mideast news

The top U.S. military commander in the Middle East has visited the long-deployed USS Lincoln in the Arabian Sea

Top US commander visits aircraft carrier, Gaza talks in Egypt and other Mideast news
Business|Political|World

Trump's envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza

Donald Trump's envoys met with Egyptian, Qatari and Turkish mediators in Cairo on Sunday, a diplomatic source said, aiming to advance the U.S.

Trump's envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Thieves steal 4 Renaissance artworks in a Sicilian museum heist during an Italian holiday

Thieves have stolen four works attributed to Sicilian Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina from a regional museum in the city of Messina in Sicily

Thieves steal 4 Renaissance artworks in a Sicilian museum heist during an Italian holiday
Sports|World

US men and Canada women win flag football world titles as spots earned for the Los Angeles Olympics

The United States successfully defends the men’s title at the flag football world championships but loses the women’s title to Canada

US men and Canada women win flag football world titles as spots earned for the Los Angeles Olympics
Crime|World

1 killed, 4 injured in shooting at park in Kentucky

Police in Kentucky say one person has died and four others were injured in a shooting at a park

1 killed, 4 injured in shooting at park in Kentucky
Americas|Election|Political|World

Brazil's Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro return to their strongholds to kick off presidential campaigns

Brazil's presidential candidates have kicked off their campaigns ahead of what is expected to be tight election in October

Brazil's Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro return to their strongholds to kick off presidential campaigns
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World

Nightmarish start for Maresca as Arsenal outclasses Man City in Community Shield

Enzo Maresca has endured a nightmarish first competitive match in charge of Manchester City as Arsenal scored inside 24 seconds before powering to a 3-0 victory in the Community Shield

Nightmarish start for Maresca as Arsenal outclasses Man City in Community Shield
Health|Sports|World

Commanders QB Marcus Mariota has a sprained MCL in his right knee

Washington Commanders backup quarterback Marcus Mariota has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee, coach Dan Quinn confirmed

Commanders QB Marcus Mariota has a sprained MCL in his right knee
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs to help earthquake recovery

Colombia's President Abelardo de la Espriella has asked U.S. President Donald Trump to suspend tariffs to help Colombia recover from a devastating earthquake

Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs to help earthquake recovery
Europe|Health|World

In Spain's Ceuta, hundreds of migrants stage protest and demand asylum

Hundreds of migrants who recently entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta staged a protest on a popular urban beach on

In Spain's Ceuta, hundreds of migrants stage protest and demand asylum
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|World

Zambia's Hichilema leads presidential vote count

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema was well ahead in counting for national elections on Sunday with nearly half the constituencies declared, the electoral commission said

Zambia's Hichilema leads presidential vote count
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Elderly couple die as wildfires sweep Greek island of Salamina

An elderly couple died and several other people were injured on Sunday as fast-moving wildfires swept through the Greek island of Salamina west of Athens on the biggest

Elderly couple die as wildfires sweep Greek island of Salamina
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Brazil's Lula launches reelection bid, aims to win back workers to his Workers Party

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva launched his final reelection campaign on Sunday from a

Brazil's Lula launches reelection bid, aims to win back workers to his Workers Party
Arts|Crime|Health|Political|World

Bou Meng, a Cambodian artist and survivor of a Khmer Rouge torture center, has died at 85

Cambodian artist Bou Meng, one of only seven people known to have survived a notorious Khmer Rouge torture center, has died at 85

Bou Meng, a Cambodian artist and survivor of a Khmer Rouge torture center, has died at 85
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Police arrest man on suspicion of fraud after security incident at European athletics championships

Police have made one arrest after a security incident caused transportation delays for fans and athletes leaving Alexander Stadium following Saturday night’s session at the European track-and-field championships in Birmingham, England

Police arrest man on suspicion of fraud after security incident at European athletics championships
Business|Crime|Europe|Political|World

BBC asks a US court for help in getting testimony from the Trump family in defamation suit

The BBC has asked a U.S. court for help getting documents and testimony from U.S. President Donald Trump's family in connection to his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the broadcaster

BBC asks a US court for help in getting testimony from the Trump family in defamation suit
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Bangladesh says better environment needed for India visit amid rift over ousted leader

Bangladesh signalled on Sunday it wants a more favourable diplomatic environment before it can agree to a top-level visit to India, as Dhaka presses New Delhi to extradite

Bangladesh says better environment needed for India visit amid rift over ousted leader
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|World

‘Uncharted territory’: Second-largest reservoir in US plunges to a record low

‘Uncharted territory’: Second-largest reservoir in US plunges to a record low

‘Uncharted territory’: Second-largest reservoir in US plunges to a record low
Crime|Political|US|World

Man who official says has past mental health issues faces hate crime charges after disrupting service at Manhattan synagogue

Man who official says has past mental health issues faces hate crime charges after disrupting service at Manhattan synagogue

Man who official says has past mental health issues faces hate crime charges after disrupting service at Manhattan synagogue
Crime|Political|World

Israel's Ben-Gvir advocates killing '30 to 40' people in Gaza nightly while speaking to ex-hostage

An extremist official in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet has advocated for killing “30 to 40” people in Gaza each night

Israel's Ben-Gvir advocates killing '30 to 40' people in Gaza nightly while speaking to ex-hostage
MidEast|Political|World

Pope calls for an end to West Bank violence against Palestinians

Pope Leo called on Sunday for an end to violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, amid a surge of attacks by militant settlers and a siege in

Pope calls for an end to West Bank violence against Palestinians
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts

Around 5,000 people have been evacuated after a magnitude-7.7 earthquake rocked eastern Indonesia, killing at least 53, blocking roads and

Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts
Crime|Europe|Travel|World

Twelve killed and at least 10 injured in Polish bus crash in Hungary

A dozen people were killed and at least 10 seriously

Twelve killed and at least 10 injured in Polish bus crash in Hungary
Crime|World

Nearly 10 years after a Florida teen vanished in the middle of the night, detectives turn to psychics for help

Nearly 10 years after a Florida teen vanished in the middle of the night, detectives turn to psychics for help

Nearly 10 years after a Florida teen vanished in the middle of the night, detectives turn to psychics for help
Economy|World

JD Vance and the Trump team keep moving the goalposts on Iran

JD Vance and the Trump team keep moving the goalposts on Iran

JD Vance and the Trump team keep moving the goalposts on Iran
Environment|Science|Travel|World

1 dead, thousands without power as Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii

1 dead, thousands without power as Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii

1 dead, thousands without power as Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii
Economy|World

Trump wants more economic pressure on Iran. What are his options?

U.S.

Trump wants more economic pressure on Iran. What are his options?
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Search for survivors continues after powerful earthquake kills dozens in Indonesia

Search for survivors continues after powerful earthquake kills dozens in Indonesia

Search for survivors continues after powerful earthquake kills dozens in Indonesia
Environment|Europe|Science|World

Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany

Firefighters battled with the aid of Dutch helicopters on Sunday to contain Belgium's biggest wildfire, which has already

Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany
Arts|Crime|Europe|World

Four Antonello da Messina works stolen in Renaissance painter's hometown

Thieves stole four artworks by 15th century painter Antonello da Messina from a museum in his Sicilian hometown, a loss to the island's

Four Antonello da Messina works stolen in Renaissance painter's hometown
Europe|World

Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv attacks Moscow region

Russia carried out a wave of airstrikes on Ukraine overnight, killing two people at a steel plant, and Kyiv launched a heavy drone attack on the

Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine, Kyiv attacks Moscow region
Arts|Education|Interview|Opinion|Political|Travel|World

Ben Franklin chose America. Son William chose the crown. This civil war is a microcosm of revolution

Benjamin Franklin's son William was buried in London following his death in 1813, more than three decades after he was forced to leave America

Ben Franklin chose America. Son William chose the crown. This civil war is a microcosm of revolution
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

What the death sentence for former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad tells us about the future of the country

What the death sentence for former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad tells us about the future of the country

What the death sentence for former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad tells us about the future of the country
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukrainian drones strike Moscow region, killing one

Ukrainian drones struck Moscow region overnight on Sunday in what the provincial governor said was one of the largest attacks to have targeted the region, and which he said

Ukrainian drones strike Moscow region, killing one
Business|Economy|Finance|World

India opens tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers with undisclosed foreign assets

India's tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers to declare certain undeclared foreign assets of up to 50 million rupees ($523,889) opens on Sunday and will be available

India opens tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers with undisclosed foreign assets
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Indonesia's deadliest earthquakes of past decade

A magnitude-7.7 earthquake that struck eastern Indonesia on Saturday has killed at least 51 people, with rescue operations ongoing.

Indonesia's deadliest earthquakes of past decade
Business|Economy|Finance|World

German companies cut US investment to three-year low, data show

German companies slashed investments in the United States to a three-year low in the first half of 2026, as Trump administration policies fed uncertainty

German companies cut US investment to three-year low, data show
Crime|Europe|World

A bus crash in Hungary kills 12 people, injures at least 10 others

Police say a passenger bus traveling on a highway in Hungary early Sunday went off the road and into a ditch where it overturned, killing 12 and injuring others

A bus crash in Hungary kills 12 people, injures at least 10 others
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Europe's heatwaves expose insurance gap as business losses mount

For more than a century, cafes in the Italian city of Padua have welcomed customers for an early evening drink, or

Europe's heatwaves expose insurance gap as business losses mount
Asia|Business|World

South Korea says it fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed demarcation line

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said on Sunday that warning shots had been fired when North Korean soldiers violated the military demarcation line between the

South Korea says it fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed demarcation line
Europe|World

Suspected Russian drone shot down in Romanian airspace

An F-18 fighter on a NATO air policing mission shot down a drone that illegally breached Romanian national airspace, the fourth unmanned aircraft shot down over the

Suspected Russian drone shot down in Romanian airspace
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Travel|US|World

Hurricane Lala skirts Hawaii's Big Island without making landfall as heavy wind, rain lash region

Hurricane Lala has skirted Hawaii’s Big Island without making landfall and is expected to weaken after lashing the region with strong winds and drenching rain

Hurricane Lala skirts Hawaii's Big Island without making landfall as heavy wind, rain lash region
Arts|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Athens is cleaning its all-marble Olympic stadium for the first time in more than a century

Athens’ iconic Panathenaic Stadium is undergoing its first systematic cleaning in more than a century

Athens is cleaning its all-marble Olympic stadium for the first time in more than a century
Asia|Political|World

North Korea's Kim, Russia's Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed the deepening of ties with Russia in a message to President Vladimir Putin as Pyongyang marked the anniversary of

North Korea's Kim, Russia's Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day
Environment|World

Rescuers dig through rubble and landslides after Indonesia quake kills 47

Rescue teams are searching through rubble and landslide debris, a day after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia

Rescuers dig through rubble and landslides after Indonesia quake kills 47
Australia|Crime|World

Australia gun buyback to start in November, PM Albanese says

Australia's New South Wales state will start a gun buyback in November, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Sunday, part of the national response to a shooting spree

Australia gun buyback to start in November, PM Albanese says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows

Palantir chair and co-founder Peter Thiel has bought a 1% stake in Argentina's Vista, one of the largest oil companies operating in the country's Vaca Muerta shale

Billionaire Peter Thiel buys 1% stake in Argentine Vaca Muerta oil firm, filing shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid 'life-threatening' conditions

Hurricane Lala approached Hawaii with strong winds and heavy rain on Saturday, leaving more than 40,000 utility customers without power across the state as the

Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii amid 'life-threatening' conditions
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake

Hopes of finding survivors of the earthquake that struck western Colombia five days ago were dwindling on Saturday, as more bodies were pulled from

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Novak Djokovic ousted from Cincinnati Open in his first match since Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic’s stay at the Cincinnati Open was a short one

Novak Djokovic ousted from Cincinnati Open in his first match since Wimbledon
Environment|Political|US|World

Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say​​

Powerful storms and floods have killed at least six people in Indiana, including a 4-year-old boy, state officials said on Saturday. 

Six dead in Indiana after storms and floods, emergency officials say​​
Election|Political|US|World

Democrats pick South Carolina as first 2028 primary state​​

The Democratic National Committee on Saturday officially selected South Carolina as the first state to vote in the party's 2028 primaries. 

Democrats pick South Carolina as first 2028 primary state​​
Crime|World

Mysterious bomb-dropping drones sank their fishing boats, survivors say. Who was behind the attacks?

Mysterious bomb-dropping drones sank their fishing boats, survivors say. Who was behind the attacks?

Mysterious bomb-dropping drones sank their fishing boats, survivors say. Who was behind the attacks?
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Teen boy among 6 dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived

Authorities say a teenage boy and four adults were killed Friday in a series of Michigan shootings

Teen boy among 6 dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived
Africa|Crime|World

Zimbabwean boat accident death toll rises to 68 as more bodies recovered

Twenty-two more bodies have been recovered following a boat accident in a lake in Zimbabwe, police said on Saturday, taking the death toll to 68.

Zimbabwean boat accident death toll rises to 68 as more bodies recovered
World

Iran claims Qatar is holding pilots, Israeli strikes kill 11 in Lebanon, and other Middle East news

Iran says Qatar is holding three of its pilots who were reportedly captured when their jets were downed early in the war, but Qatar denies the allegations

Iran claims Qatar is holding pilots, Israeli strikes kill 11 in Lebanon, and other Middle East news
Health|Sports|World

Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge played catch in New York on Friday as he continues working toward a return from a broken right rib

Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Kate Douglass swims 2nd world-best time in 50 free on same day at Pan Pacs

Kate Douglass has lowered her own world record in the women's 50-meter freestyle for the second time in the same day

Kate Douglass swims 2nd world-best time in 50 free on same day at Pan Pacs
Crime|Political|World

Palestinians in Qusra say they have faced militant settler attacks for months

Families on the outskirts of Qusra, the West Bank village where Palestinian homes have been under siege for nearly a week, said they have faced sometimes

Palestinians in Qusra say they have faced militant settler attacks for months
Americas|Crime|Political|World

Son of former Mexican president says US revoked his visa​​

(In Aug. 14 story, corrects to attribute comment in paragraph 8 to a State Department spokesperson instead of to a named individual.)

Son of former Mexican president says US revoked his visa​​
Africa|Crime|Economy|Europe|World

Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spain's Ceuta in security crackdown

Moroccan police arrested at least 111 people on Saturday as they tried to enter Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta,

Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spain's Ceuta in security crackdown
World

Yemen's Mocha port halts operations after Houthi attacks, port director says

Yemen's Mocha port has suspended commercial and maritime operations after being hit by more than 25 missiles in Houthi attacks over recent days, the port's director said on Saturday

Yemen's Mocha port halts operations after Houthi attacks, port director says
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 11 people in another test to truce

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon have killed at least 11 people, marking the deadliest attacks since a truce with Hezbollah began in June

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill 11 people in another test to truce
Business|Crime|Finance|Technology|World

Prediction market operator Kalshi hits back at Nevada regulator over geofencing fine

Prediction market operator Kalshi accused Nevada's gaming regulator of violating federal law in a statement on Saturday after it sought daily penalties of $120,000 a day over the

Prediction market operator Kalshi hits back at Nevada regulator over geofencing fine
Business|Economy|Political|World

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that

Republicans worry their chances of keeping Congress are slipping away. Inside the Trump campaign plan to change that
Economy|Political|World

US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere

President Donald Trump’s war against Iran is stretching the limits of the nation’s aircraft carriers and leaving the western Pacific without one of the key American warships

US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Cambridge professor found dead after scrutiny over academic record faced ‘sustained abuse,’ family say

Cambridge professor found dead after scrutiny over academic record faced ‘sustained abuse,’ family say

Cambridge professor found dead after scrutiny over academic record faced ‘sustained abuse,’ family say
Asia|Environment|Science|World

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 47 and toppling buildings

A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake has struck off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 47 people and causing widespread panic

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 47 and toppling buildings
Europe|Science|World

Earthquake hits Spanish city of Granada, buildings and cars damaged

A magnitude 5 earthquake struck the southern Spanish city of Granada in the early hours of Saturday, with the regional government saying houses and cars were damaged but no

Earthquake hits Spanish city of Granada, buildings and cars damaged
Environment|Europe|Travel|World

Sicily's Catania airport restarts flights after Etna alert downgrade

Sicily's Catania airport has restarted flights, it said on Saturday, after authorities downgraded to orange from red the aviation alert colour of Mount Etna's recent volcanic

Sicily's Catania airport restarts flights after Etna alert downgrade
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Democratic primary turnout has soared in some states. Can it carry over to November?

Democratic voters are turning out for this year’s primaries at levels not seen in more than 20 years

Democratic primary turnout has soared in some states. Can it carry over to November?
Economy|World

The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump's tendency to avoid blame when things go awry

President Harry Truman famously kept a “The Buck Stops Here” sign on his White House desk

The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump's tendency to avoid blame when things go awry
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

A tale of two buildings: how quake rescue efforts differed in Colombia and Venezuela

At a flattened apartment block known as Los Cocos in northern Venezuela, civilians toiled with little support to pull the

A tale of two buildings: how quake rescue efforts differed in Colombia and Venezuela
Environment|Europe|World

German wildfire near Belgian border under control, local authorities say

A wildfire in western Germany that forced the evacuation of thousands of people on Friday has stabilised, local authorities said on Saturday, although

German wildfire near Belgian border under control, local authorities say
Business|Crime|Economy|World

Between cartel threats and US airstrikes, Ecuador fishermen have nowhere to hide

At first light on Ecuador's Pacific coast, small fishing boats fan out from the villages of San Mateo and

Between cartel threats and US airstrikes, Ecuador fishermen have nowhere to hide
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Taliban mark five years in power as aid groups warn of crisis

The Taliban marked five years in power on Saturday, seeking to portray their government as in control even as aid and rights

Taliban mark five years in power as aid groups warn of crisis
Business|Crime|Economy|World

UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel in Hormuz, urges waterway's reopening

The United Arab Emirates said on Saturday Iran had attacked an Abu Dhabi National Oil Company vessel while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier, the Emirati

UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel in Hormuz, urges waterway's reopening
Crime|Education|Political|World

While Taliban leaders mark 5 years in power in Afghanistan, a UN official warns of a rights crisis

Taliban rulers have celebrated the fifth anniversary of their return to power in Afghanistan

While Taliban leaders mark 5 years in power in Afghanistan, a UN official warns of a rights crisis
Asia|Political|World

Takaichi skips controversial shrine visit on 81st anniversary of country's World War II surrender

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stayed away from Tokyo's controversial Yasukuni Shrine on Saturday

Takaichi skips controversial shrine visit on 81st anniversary of country's World War II surrender
World

Summer campaign has led to capture of 19 settlements in southeast Ukraine, Russia says

Russian troops have taken control of 19 settlements in southeastern Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions over their summer campaign, the Russian defence ministry said

Summer campaign has led to capture of 19 settlements in southeast Ukraine, Russia says
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Philippine defence chief rejects China criticism, calls response a 'squid tactic'

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro rejected on Saturday China's accusation that he has "consistently attacked and smeared" Beijing, branding the remarks as a "

Philippine defence chief rejects China criticism, calls response a 'squid tactic'
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|US|World

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say
Europe|Sports|World

PSG bolsters star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona

Champions League titleholder Paris Saint-Germain has bolstered its star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona on a five-year year contract

PSG bolsters star-studded attack by signing World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Spain disregarded Ceuta warnings before migrant rush, say border workers' unions

In the weeks before a rush of more than 70,000 migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, border workers

Spain disregarded Ceuta warnings before migrant rush, say border workers' unions
Environment|Science|World

At least 47 dead in eastern Indonesia after magnitude 7.7 quake

At least 47 people were killed after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake and dozens of aftershocks struck off eastern Indonesia on Saturday,

At least 47 dead in eastern Indonesia after magnitude 7.7 quake
Business|Entertainment|Food|Health|Science|Travel|World

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown
Business|Environment|Science|World

Xi calls for improving disaster prevention as floods, landslides batter China

Chinese President Xi Jinping called for improving the country's ability to prevent, mitigate and respond to natural disasters, after a string of deadly floods and

Xi calls for improving disaster prevention as floods, landslides batter China
Environment|Europe|Science|Technology|World

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to raise Danube levels to ensure cooling​​

Hungarian authorities will sink two barges in the Danube on Saturday to raise the water level at the Paks nuclear plant to avert a shutdown of one of its last two

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to raise Danube levels to ensure cooling​​
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gasoline prices

Iran called on the U.S. to accept defeat on Saturday, while President Donald Trump blasted

Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gasoline prices
Business|Crime|Technology|US|World

Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training missions after Texas crash that killed 2

The U.S. Army temporarily halted all Apache helicopter training missions after a fatal crash in Texas earlier this week killed two soldiers

Army temporarily halts Apache helicopter training missions after Texas crash that killed 2
World

Myanmar says over 300,000 Rohingya refugees verified for repatriation as exodus enters ninth year

Myanmar’s military-backed government says it has verified that more than 300,000 Rohingya refugees living in camps in Bangladesh are former residents of western Rakhine state

Myanmar says over 300,000 Rohingya refugees verified for repatriation as exodus enters ninth year
Asia|Political|World

Japan defence minister visits contentious Yasukuni Shrine to war dead

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visited a shrine to the nation's war dead on Saturday, prompting rebukes from China and South Korea, which consider it a symbol of

Japan defence minister visits contentious Yasukuni Shrine to war dead
Environment|Travel|US|World

Hawaii's Big Island under rare hurricane landfall threat as Tropical Storm Lala strengthens

Tropical Storm Lala is expected to strengthen into a hurricane as it approaches Hawaii's Big Island

Hawaii's Big Island under rare hurricane landfall threat as Tropical Storm Lala strengthens
Africa|Health|Political|World

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months
Environment|Health|World

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer
Election|Political|US|World

Florida venue cancels rally with Palestinian American lawmaker Rashida Tlaib​​

A South Florida site backed out of hosting a rally with Democratic U.S.

Florida venue cancels rally with Palestinian American lawmaker Rashida Tlaib​​
MidEast|Political|World

There’s a reason why Israel has done little to rein in settler violence. It’s not just Netanyahu

A dayslong standoff in the occupied West Bank points to Israel's reluctance to rein in settler violence against Palestinians

There’s a reason why Israel has done little to rein in settler violence. It’s not just Netanyahu
Business|Environment|Political|US|World

Judge refuses to block Trump administration from building border wall along tribe's reservation

A federal judge has refused to block the Trump administration from taking steps to build 62 miles of international border wall along part of a Native American tribe’s reservation without its consent

Judge refuses to block Trump administration from building border wall along tribe's reservation
Asia|Political|World

South Korea's Lee urges talks with North Korea to replace armistice with peace

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called on Saturday for talks with North Korea to pursue peaceful coexistence, saying Seoul would seek safeguards to prevent conflict and

South Korea's Lee urges talks with North Korea to replace armistice with peace
Environment|World

Race to reach trapped Colombia quake survivors offers hope

Rescuers in Colombia raced to free survivors still trapped under the rubble on Friday, four

Race to reach trapped Colombia quake survivors offers hope
Asia|Economy|Political|World

Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending

Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament approved this year's government budget late on Friday after a record delay, including spending on a key drone programme to bolster

Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending
Economy|Political|Science|Technology|World

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China

The U.S. is preparing to tell dozens of countries they must pick sides in the artificial intelligence race with China, warning they will be excluded

US to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'

President Donald Trump on Friday dismissed concerns about the toll on U.S. sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, saying the aircraft carrier's more

Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'
Environment|Health|Travel|World

Wildfire descends on Croatian tourist town, injures 36

A wildfire in Croatia driven by strong winds descended on the tourist town of Omis overnight, engulfing houses, forcing about 1,000 people to evacuate and injuring dozens, fire

Wildfire descends on Croatian tourist town, injures 36
Crime|US|World

Shootings in Michigan leave 5 people plus suspect dead following large-scale search

Authorities in Michigan say a series of shootings have left five people plus a suspect dead

Shootings in Michigan leave 5 people plus suspect dead following large-scale search
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead

Former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead

Former Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote

Dr. Anthony Fauci has declined a request to appear voluntarily before a second Senate panel

Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Putin says Russia, North Korea coordinating on regional security, KCNA reports

Russian President Vladimir Putin told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that Moscow and Pyongyang were cooperating across all areas and coordinating efforts to ensure regional

Putin says Russia, North Korea coordinating on regional security, KCNA reports
Africa|Crime|Economy|World

A $50 million hostage ransom funded al Qaeda's Mali offensive, UN says

An estimated $50 million ransom paid to free a hostage seized by al Qaeda-linked militants in Mali in late 2025 has helped to fund their advances across West

A $50 million hostage ransom funded al Qaeda's Mali offensive, UN says
Business|Election|Political|World

Lula's lead over Bolsonaro narrows ahead of Brazil election, poll shows

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva continues to lead Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, although the right-wing challenger has narrowed the gap with the leftist

Lula's lead over Bolsonaro narrows ahead of Brazil election, poll shows
Crime|Political|US|World

US judge clears way for Trump to end Somalis' deportation protections

A federal judge on Friday cleared the way for U.S.

US judge clears way for Trump to end Somalis' deportation protections
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs

The United Nations appealed to donors on Friday not to cut funding for women's programs in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, saying this would add to suffering in a

UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US SEC to keep hands off shareholder proposals, worrying activists

The top U.S. financial regulator on Friday made permanent its decision to cease judging whether companies may exclude shareholder resolutions from votes at annual

US SEC to keep hands off shareholder proposals, worrying activists
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist

A U.S. appeals court on Friday ordered a lower court to reconsider whether China-based DJI, the world's largest drone maker, should be removed from

Chinese drone maker DJI gets fresh chance to escape Pentagon's blacklist
Arts|Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue

President Donald Trump's administration asked the U.S.

Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Travel|World

Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone

Rescuers raced in Colombia on Friday to free four people from a collapsed hotel, a rare sign

Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone
Environment|Science|Travel|World

Hawaii could see its first hurricane landfall in decades as Lala strengthens

Hawaii could see its first hurricane landfall in decades as Lala strengthens

Hawaii could see its first hurricane landfall in decades as Lala strengthens
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo

Thirty lions and tigers from a closed Argentine zoo are starting a new life at wildlife sanctuaries in South Africa and the United States

Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo
Business|Environment|Europe|Science|World

Hundreds evacuated from Croatian and Greek resorts as wildfires stretch across Europe

A wildfire engulfed homes in a picturesque Croatian resort overnight, killing one person, injuring 40 and forcing 1,200 to evacuate, officials said,

Hundreds evacuated from Croatian and Greek resorts as wildfires stretch across Europe
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US consumer sentiment deteriorates in August

U.S. consumer sentiment slumped in early August amid worries about the rising cost of living because of the conflict in the Middle East, a survey showed on Friday.

US consumer sentiment deteriorates in August
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens mixed as investors weigh Middle East tensions, data

Wall Street's main indexes were mixed at the open on Friday, a day after the S&P 500 closed at a record high, as investors assessed retail sales data and took stock of the latest

Wall St opens mixed as investors weigh Middle East tensions, data
Business|Environment|Science|World

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to ensure cooling

Hungarian authorities are expected to start sinking two barges later in the day to raise the water level at the Paks nuclear plant in the Danube, Prime Minister Peter

Hungary to sink two barges near nuclear plant to ensure cooling
Political|Sports|Technology|World

China calls Taiwan's annual military drills a 'wasteful charade'

China's defence ministry on Friday dismissed Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military drills as a "wasteful charade" that "stoked war panic", in the Chinese government's first

China calls Taiwan's annual military drills a 'wasteful charade'
Business|Technology|World

Pentagon signs deals with Boeing, RTX to boost missile interceptor component production

The Pentagon on Friday announced framework agreements with Boeing and RTX to increase production of components of SM-3 Block IIA and SM-3 Block IB munitions.

Pentagon signs deals with Boeing, RTX to boost missile interceptor component production
Asia|Business|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|World

In South Korea, some savour last season of legal dog meat

For decades, the three days of summer considered the hottest of the year were among the busiest for South Korea's dog meat

In South Korea, some savour last season of legal dog meat
Crime|Education|Europe|World

Youngest Black professor at Cambridge who faced plagiarism claims is found dead

A British sociologist who resigned from the University of Cambridge last week following plagiarism accusations was found dead Friday

Youngest Black professor at Cambridge who faced plagiarism claims is found dead
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The heat is on

World markets are in full summer mode, even as tensions flare in the Gulf and there is no shortage of risk events for investors, including a health check on the mighty U.S. consumer

The heat is on
Business|Economy|US|World

US business inventories unchanged in June

U.S. business inventories were unchanged in June as an increase in stocks at wholesalers was offset by a decline at retailers, reflecting strong domestic demand in the

US business inventories unchanged in June
Business|Economy|Political|World

Hormuz traffic slows further after US threatens more economic pressure on Iran

Transit through the Strait of Hormuz appeared to grind to a near standstill on Friday after two more ships were

Hormuz traffic slows further after US threatens more economic pressure on Iran
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response

The World Bank on Friday said it had disbursed $200 million to Colombia for its emergency response to a deadly August 10 earthquake that left hundreds dead.

World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response
Sports|World

Werro holds off Hodgkinson to win 800m gold at the European championships

Audrey Werro has stormed to the 800-meter title by holding off Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson down the home straight at the European championships

Werro holds off Hodgkinson to win 800m gold at the European championships
Education|Political|World

National Code Talker Day brings 101-year-old veteran to Phoenix

Navajo Code Talkers are being honored in a longstanding national day of recognition

National Code Talker Day brings 101-year-old veteran to Phoenix
Health|Science|US|World

US CDC records more than 2,500 measles cases so far in 2026

The U.S.

US CDC records more than 2,500 measles cases so far in 2026
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that killed at least 287 people and affected more than 100,000

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris
Americas|Political|US|World

Wife of US soldier is removed from deportation flight and released from federal immigration custody

The wife of a U.S. soldier has been released from federal immigration custody after spending more than a month detained, according to her family

Wife of US soldier is removed from deportation flight and released from federal immigration custody
Crime|Political|US|World

Murder is at lowest rate since the 1950s. Trump touts it as a personal success.

Murder is at lowest rate since the 1950s. Trump touts it as a personal success.

Murder is at lowest rate since the 1950s. Trump touts it as a personal success.
Business|Technology|Travel|World

2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller

Potential disaster was averted when a Phoenix air traffic controller recognized two American Airlines jets mistakenly were flying the same flight number and acted quickly to avoid confusion and keep them a safe distance apart

2 planes with the same flight number avoid possible disaster thanks to quick-thinking controller
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards

Shares of South Korea's Hanwha Group and Italy's Fincantieri rose on Friday after President Donald Trump's directive opening U.S.

Hanwha, Fincantieri shares rise after Trump opens Navy shipbuilding to foreign yards
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Stellantis considering sale of Canada plant, autoworker union says

Canadian autoworkers union Unifor said on Friday it had been notified by Stellantis that the company is considering the closure and sale of its

Stellantis considering sale of Canada plant, autoworker union says
Health|Political|World

US appeals court revives Justice Department subpoena to gender-affirming care provider

A U.S. federal appeals court handed President Donald Trump’s administration a legal victory on Friday in its efforts to seek data from providers of

US appeals court revives Justice Department subpoena to gender-affirming care provider
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil climbs over $1 on tanker attacks, no progrees on peace

Crude oil futures climbed over $1 a berrel on Friday on tanker attacks and a lack of progress on a peace agreement between the Trump administration and Iran's leadership.

Oil climbs over $1 on tanker attacks, no progrees on peace
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US retail sales post first decline in nine months in July

U.S. retail sales fell in July for the first time in nine months as the boost from big tax refunds faded, suggesting that consumer spending was slowing

US retail sales post first decline in nine months in July
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar falls on surprise drop in US retail sales

The dollar fell on Friday after data showed U.S. retail sales unexpectedly declined in July, helping send the euro and sterling to multi-month highs, as

Dollar falls on surprise drop in US retail sales
Africa|Crime|World

Libya's Haftar played key role in release of US hostage held by Islamic State, sources say

Authorities in eastern Libya under military commander Khalifa Haftar helped secure the release of an American missionary held hostage held

Libya's Haftar played key role in release of US hostage held by Islamic State, sources say
Health|Political|World

Idaho must allow abortions to preserve women's health, US judge rules

A U.S. judge has ruled that Idaho's near-total abortion ban is unconstitutional because it provides exceptions when abortions are life-saving and not for broader

Idaho must allow abortions to preserve women's health, US judge rules
Arts|Crime|US|World

Woman charged over vandalism of Washington's World War Two Memorial

A Kentucky woman has been taken into custody and charged with two felony counts in connection with the vandalism at the World War Two

Woman charged over vandalism of Washington's World War Two Memorial
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brazil's big banks shun riskier lending as household debt strains grow

Brazil's largest lenders are growing more cautious on credit, continuing a shift toward secured products and higher-income borrowers amid signs of a

Brazil's big banks shun riskier lending as household debt strains grow
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster

Two slicks have appeared in Iranian waters,

Two slicks appear in Gulf as huge oil spill off Oman threatens disaster
Economy|Health|World

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln
Business|Environment|Europe|Political|World

US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments

The United States urged the European Union on Friday to ease its laws putting responsibility on large firms for the environmental and social

US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments
Europe|Political|Technology|World

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s

France's top court on Friday blocked a bill banning social media access for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s
Environment|Science|World

Displaced by El Niño, South American seabirds flock to Panama

Flocks of seabirds native to the cold, nutrient-rich waters off Peru and Chile are appearing far outside their usual

Displaced by El Niño, South American seabirds flock to Panama
Africa|Political|World

Chad's president pardons main rival and opposition leader in jail

Chad's presidency said in a statement that President Mahamat Idriss Deby has

Chad's president pardons main rival and opposition leader in jail
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil prices rally, US data dents chances of Fed rate hike

U.S. and European shares fell on Friday and oil prices rose more than $1 a barrel as markets monitored tense U.S.-Iran talks and

Oil prices rally, US data dents chances of Fed rate hike
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump touts drop in US crime rates with an eye on midterms

U.S.

Trump touts drop in US crime rates with an eye on midterms
Africa|Crime|Election|Political|World

Vote counting suspended then restarted in Zambia election after attacks at polling stations

Vote counting in Zambia’s presidential election was suspended and then restarted under heightened security over reports of violence against election officials and the theft of ballot boxes

Vote counting suspended then restarted in Zambia election after attacks at polling stations
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against US tariffs in effort to show strength

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says his government has triggered an economic reciprocity law against U.S. tariffs

Brazil's Lula triggers reciprocity process against US tariffs in effort to show strength
Business|Political|US|World

Trump says USS Lincoln’s deployment was ‘not nearly long enough’

Trump says USS Lincoln’s deployment was ‘not nearly long enough’

Trump says USS Lincoln’s deployment was ‘not nearly long enough’
Crime|Political|World

Trump says USS Lincoln's record time at sea during Iran operations 'not nearly long enough'

President Donald Trump is downplaying concerns about the USS Abraham Lincoln's extended deployment in the Middle East

Trump says USS Lincoln's record time at sea during Iran operations 'not nearly long enough'
Business|Political|Science|Technology|World

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts

‘Very outdated’: Trump’s directive to revert to steam catapults on new aircraft carrier baffles naval experts
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

With US-Iran talks stalled, diplomatic efforts expand to unlikely European players

While talks to end the Iran war have stalled, the Trump administration appears to be reaching out to a broader swath of countries that might be able to help pressure Tehran or ease its hardline position where traditional mediators haven't succeeded so far

With US-Iran talks stalled, diplomatic efforts expand to unlikely European players
Americas|Arts|Environment|Science|World

Four more belugas arrive at Chicago aquarium from shuttered Canadian theme park

Four more belugas have arrived at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago as part of a plan to move the last remaining captive whales from a shuttered theme park in Canada to aquariums in the United States and Spain

Four more belugas arrive at Chicago aquarium from shuttered Canadian theme park
Health|Political|World

A federal judge blocks Idaho from prosecuting doctors for health-protecting abortions

A federal judge says Idaho can't prosecute doctors who perform abortions to protect a pregnant person's health or prevent self-harm

A federal judge blocks Idaho from prosecuting doctors for health-protecting abortions
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education

Afghanistan's Taliban rulers are marking five years since regaining power

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education
Business|Economy|World

New Zealand manufacturing activity expands at slower pace in July amid cost pressures

New Zealand's manufacturing activity continued to expand in July, though at a slower pace, as sentiment weakened after the conflict in the Middle East pushed costs higher

New Zealand manufacturing activity expands at slower pace in July amid cost pressures
Crime|World

World War Two memorial in Washington vandalized with bubbles and graffiti

The World War Two memorial in Washington was vandalized with bubbly soap and graffiti on Thursday, prompting vows from the U.S. government to find the perpetrator.

World War Two memorial in Washington vandalized with bubbles and graffiti
Election|Finance|Political|World

Kyrgyz president says he will run for a second term

Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov said on Thursday he planned to seek a second term

Kyrgyz president says he will run for a second term
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure

The United States on Thursday said that it could maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely and would ratchet up economic pressure on

US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says

President Donald Trump said on Thursday he will impose tariffs on imports of drones and their components, including from some key U.S

Trump administration to impose tariffs on drone imports, White House says
Crime|Political|US|World

Los Angeles to speed up gun licensing process to settle US government lawsuit

The Los Angeles County sheriff's department agreed to speed up licensing for people who want to carry concealed weapons, to settle a U.S. government lawsuit accusing it of

Los Angeles to speed up gun licensing process to settle US government lawsuit
Asia|World

North Korea denounces upcoming US-South Korea drills, vows stronger nuclear deterrence

North Korea on Friday denounced major U.S.-South Korean military drills and said they were more provocative than last year's exercises, state media reported.

North Korea denounces upcoming US-South Korea drills, vows stronger nuclear deterrence
Business|Economy|US|World

US extends Jones Act waiver 90 days, revises compliance rules

U.S.

US extends Jones Act waiver 90 days, revises compliance rules
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Bird remains found aboard 737 engine from Ryanair Greek incident

Bird remains were found in the engine of a Ryanair Boeing 737 NG plane where a passenger was partially sucked through a broken window shortly

Bird remains found aboard 737 engine from Ryanair Greek incident
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election

A judge has dismissed Nevada’s fake electors case

Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among owners

Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among owners

Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among owners
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Conspiracies around Nolan Wells’ death have led to threats against those he was with that day, attorneys say

Conspiracies around Nolan Wells’ death have led to threats against those he was with that day, attorneys say

Conspiracies around Nolan Wells’ death have led to threats against those he was with that day, attorneys say
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

US Attorney confirms no meth was found in van of Texas man shot by immigration officers

A federal prosecutor says tests on a substance found in the van of a man shot by immigration officers in Texas last month showed it was not methamphetamine

US Attorney confirms no meth was found in van of Texas man shot by immigration officers
Business|Technology|World

Trump orders the Navy to return to an older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers

President Donald Trump is ordering the U.S. Navy to remove the advanced system used to launch fighter jets from its newest type of aircraft carriers and return to using older steam catapults that he has long said he prefers

Trump orders the Navy to return to an older system of launching jets off aircraft carriers
Political|World

Jared Kushner to visit Israel and Egypt next week with Board of Peace officials to talk Gaza

President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and negotiator Jared Kushner will travel to the Middle East next week to try to advance plans for an end to the conflict in Gaza after a deal recently announced by the Trump administration ran into Israeli opposition

Jared Kushner to visit Israel and Egypt next week with Board of Peace officials to talk Gaza
Business|Economy|Technology|World

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs

The White House said on Thursday the United States is losing annual tariff revenue of about $19 billion to $26 billion on goods, largely from China, that are

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan may see more yen intervention, faster BOJ rate hikes, ex-top FX diplomat says

Japan may conduct joint yen intervention "at any time" and signal the chance of faster-than-expected interest rate hikes to stem the

Japan may see more yen intervention, faster BOJ rate hikes, ex-top FX diplomat says
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil opens reciprocity process against US over tariffs

The Brazilian government has opened a process that could result in the adoption of reciprocal measures against the United States in response to tariffs recently imposed by

Brazil opens reciprocity process against US over tariffs
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australia's Albanese says AUKUS remains 'full steam ahead' after Trump call

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Friday the AUKUS defence pact remained "full steam ahead" after an overnight call with

Australia's Albanese says AUKUS remains 'full steam ahead' after Trump call
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Bessent says US to apply measures never seen on Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday that the United States is going to apply measures that have "never been seen" on Iran.

Bessent says US to apply measures never seen on Iran
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge

China's exports of electric trucks to other Asian countries have spiked, adding to a surge in domestic sales as higher fuel costs as a result of

Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge
Economy|World

'Our resources, our prices': Indonesia's Prabowo announces new commodity bourse

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced a plan on Friday to create a new exchange that will set prices for the country's

'Our resources, our prices': Indonesia's Prabowo announces new commodity bourse
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Cook Islands PM's party likely to retain parliament in preliminary results

Preliminary results on Friday showed that Prime Minister Mark Brown's Cook Islands Party would likely retain control of parliament, winning 12 of the

Cook Islands PM's party likely to retain parliament in preliminary results
Asia|Political|World

North Korea slams US-South Korea military drills and threatens strong response

North Korea has threatened unspecified stern steps against the United States and South Korea, slamming their upcoming military drills as a war rehearsal that it claimed would be more provocative than last year

North Korea slams US-South Korea military drills and threatens strong response
Europe|World

Italian NATO fighter jet shoots down drone in Latvian airspace

An Italian fighter jet, part of a NATO mission, shot down a drone of unknown origin that entered the airspace of NATO and EU member Latvia on Friday during Ukrainian

Italian NATO fighter jet shoots down drone in Latvian airspace
Business|Environment|Travel|World

Japan's record rains strand thousands at Narita airport; kill eight

Record rainfall in Japan stranded thousands of travellers at Tokyo's Narita airport on Friday, bringing floods

Japan's record rains strand thousands at Narita airport; kill eight
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Yen's slide to weekly loss prompts bets for another intervention

The yen headed for its biggest weekly loss in three months on Friday as the impact of U.S. and Japanese intervention faded, leaving traders to wager another round of

Yen's slide to weekly loss prompts bets for another intervention
Business|Economy|Political|World

Oil rises after US threatens indefinite blockade of Iran; set for weekly gains

Oil prices rose on Friday and were on track for weekly gains after the United States threatened an indefinite naval blockade of Iran, raising concerns about

Oil rises after US threatens indefinite blockade of Iran; set for weekly gains
Business|Europe|Technology|World

China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe

Chinese autonomous driving firm Pony.ai announced on Friday plans to deploy more than 2,000 robotaxis in Europe under an expanded partnership with Uber.

China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe
MidEast|Political|US|World

Jared Kushner may visit Israel next week for talks on Gaza, source says

U.S.

Jared Kushner may visit Israel next week for talks on Gaza, source says
Asia|Environment|World

Record-breaking rain floods Chiba east of Tokyo, killing at least 5 people

Record-breaking rainfall has flooded cities east of Tokyo, killing at least five people and injuring over two dozen others

Record-breaking rain floods Chiba east of Tokyo, killing at least 5 people