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politics
Trump says US to scale back military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war
His decision to reduce the partnership came after South Korea recently declined to aid his war effort in Iran.
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politics
Trump directs Hegseth to reduce U.S. joint exercises in South Korea
President Trump said Sunday he told Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to “substantially reduce” the joint military exercises with South Korea. Trump wrote in a Truth Social post that he’s “not happy with…
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business
Australia politics live: Nationals argue gun buyback is against constitutional clause featured in The Castle
Scheme will give NSW gun licence holders a fixed compensation fee based on type of firearm. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Mathias Cormann defends…
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science
Centcom commander addresses mental health concerns for troops on USS Abraham Lincoln
U.S. Central Command (Centcom) commander Adm. Brad Cooper on Sunday addressed concerns over the mental health of service members aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln as it returns home after 265 days in the…
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politics
Hundreds of migrants arrested near Ceuta border in latest crackdown
Nearly 300 migrants and 61 alleged facilitators detained during mass migration attempt.
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general
Five teenagers killed and four other people injured in Ireland car crash
Police say one of the two vehicles involved was driving in the wrong direction on the M9 motorway in County Kildare Five teenagers have died and four other people have been seriously injured in a…
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general
Two dead, hundreds evacuated from fires on island near Athens
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general
Five masked teenagers killed in M9 crash suspected of local crime spree
BMW crashed into sisters, boy (7), during second stint driving wrong way down motorway, victims wore balaclavas, masks
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sports
Cameroon finally wins its first Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title
The Indomitable Lionesses beat tournament debutant Malawi 3-0 in the final in Rabat, with Marie Ngah Manga scoring twice, to claim their first continental crown after three previous final defeats.
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general
Hezbollah disarmament 'integral' to Lebanon-Israel security process, US official tells 'Post'
The spokesperson added that the terror organization bears sole responsibility for Israel's presence on Lebanese soil, saying, “This is precisely why Hezbollah must be disarmed and dismantled."
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general
Cameron Green backed for 'extended run' after drought-breaking ton
Captain Pat Cummins says Cameron Green will get an "extended run" in one position in Australia's line-up after scoring his first Test century on home soil.
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science
E-scooter riders will not have to hand signal for turning once in cycle lanes
Research shows one-handed scooting is very risky.
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science
Meningococcal vaccine eligibility criteria too narrow - advocate
All young people in classrooms are at risk because they socialise together, says the head of Meningitis Foundation Aotearoa.
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business
Latin American Markets: The Week Ahead, August 17–21, 2026
A week led by the Federal Reserve's July minutes, Banxico minutes, and second-quarter GDP from Colombia and Chile shapes Latin American markets.
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technology
Chokepoints and the cost of cutting off access
In 2022, Ukraine asked SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to activate Starlink coverage around Sevastopol to support an attack on Russia’s Black Sea Fleet. He refused, saying SpaceX would become “explicitly…
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politics
Moore says Trump's response to reported USS Abraham Lincoln conditions 'pisses me off'
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) on Sunday expressed anger over President Trump’s reaction to reported conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln. “I mean, not only are these conditions and the reports of the…
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politics
The incredible world of Kiwi-made drones
These machines are far removed from the little spinny craft you might see hovering above a park.
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technology
Trump hails Saudi-Turkiye-Pakistan defence pact
US President Trump said in a post on Truth Social that he is "Very happy to see that Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have recently, and finally, signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement." He said…
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business
Ecuador Mining Exports to China Face New Controls
Ecuador now inspects gold and copper shipments to China before they leave, aiming to stop undervaluation. Separately, BYD rolled out new hybrids.
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business
Uruguay’s Solar Decade: UTE’s Big Plan and EV Boom Explained
Uruguay is entering a solar decade, with UTE planning 500–600 MW new solar by 2030 and opening its first private tender since 2014. Meanwhile, new EV sales top 40%, but fleet remains small. Investors…
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politics
Kushner Meets With Hamas to Advance Trump’s Gaza Plan
The president’s son-in-law met the Palestinian militant group’s leaders in Egypt, officials said. He will soon see Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli leader.
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science
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says he's 'heard absolutely nothing back from Mitch McConnell'
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D) on Sunday said he has "heard absolutely nothing back from" Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) after requesting updates on his health following his weekslong hospitalization…
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business
Minsur’s Santo Domingo Tin Project: US$250M Peru Plan
Minsur is taking early planning steps for its Santo Domingo tin project in Puno, with a reported ~US$250 million investment. The company has filed groundwork with Peru's environmental regulator, but a…
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business
NICA Act Extension to 2035: New Bill Targets Nicaragua’s Gold Sector
US Senators introduce a bill to extend and expand the NICA Act, adding gold sector sanctions and new triggers, with an early exit if Nicaragua meets democratic conditions.
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general
New Jersey councilwoman to Zohran Mamdani: You are the mayor – act like it! - opinion
Stop using the mayoralty of New York as a platform for an obsessive prosecution of the Jewish people and their homeland.
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general
Trump's envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza
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technology
Marcus Ericsson wins inaugural Ontario Honda Dealers Indy in Markham
It’s the first year Markham has hosted the only IndyCar race in Canada after it moved from Toronto’s Exhibition Place, where it had been held since 1986.
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business
Panama Canal Draft Limits Cut Again in 2026 – What It Means for You
The Panama Canal is cutting its draft limits again in August and September 2026 as a precaution against a forecast El Nino. Here's what the new numbers mean for shipping costs and why Latin American…
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technology
Iran parliament speaker says US used more firepower in Iran than on Vietnam
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the US had used more firepower against Iran than during the Vietnam War. Speaking at an event broadcast by state broadcaster IRIB, Ghalibaf…
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politics
US commander says mental health a 'priority' on USS Lincoln
Adm Brad Cooper acknowledged that navy service at sea for long periods is "uniquely challenging and tough", following a visit to the warship.
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politics
Isaac Herzog meets with 'Make-A-Wish' child who wished to know the feeling of being president
After the visit, Arbel Rot was given a tour of the Knesset, followed by a family vacation in Jerusalem, according to Make-A-Wish Israel.
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politics
🔴 Cameroon beats Malawi to win Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time
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politics
Trump envoy Jared Kushner meets Hamas leader in push to revive Gaza plan
US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan has been rejected by Israel.
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business
Argentina’s Travel Sale 2026: What Foreign Residents Need to Know
Argentina's Travel Sale 2026 runs 24-30 August. This practical guide for foreign residents covers the confirmed details, instalment plans, and the currency tax rules you need to know.
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technology
Likud Party threatens Central Elections Committee petition over Fly&Vote initiative
Likud is seeking the data and documents underlying the initiative's activities within five days, saying the material is needed to determine whether further legal action is warranted.
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politics
This week on The Hill: Florida governor’s race, embattled lawmakers to take spotlight
With Congress out of session for the August recess, lawmakers are fanning out across their districts and states to campaign and meet with constituents as the 2026 midterms enter a critical stretch. In…
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technology
Search ongoing for missing pilot in Ontario’s Kawartha Lakes region
Trenton Joint Rescue Coordination Centre said Sunday that a search for a missing pilot was ongoing in the Kawartha Lakes region of southern Ontario, near Balsam Lake.
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politics
Back country road touted as $25m solution for Awakino Gorge closures
The Awakino Gorge on SH3 has been closed nine times in the past year, costing businesses and individuals millions. Locals say they have a solution.
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politics
Trump's envoys meet with Egyptian, Qatari and Turkish mediators in Cairo as Israel strikes Gaza
Hamas officials were present at some of the meetings that mediators held with Trump's envoy and son-in-law Jared Kushner, the diplomat said.
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entertainment
Expresso do Rock: The Wine and Live Music Train to Paranapiacaba
A special rock and wine train from São Paulo to Paranapiacaba departs on August 22, 2026, with live music on board, three ticket packages, and a guided tour option.
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politics
Erdogan says Hamas acted sincerely, criticises Israeli attacks
Erdogan said Hamas has shown all possible sincere solidarity, while Israel continues aggressive attacks on Gaza.
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politics
US Attorney General Blanche defends colleague after Trump’s reflecting pool slam
US Attorney General Todd Blanche said on Sunday that he backs top Washington prosecutor Jeanine Pirro, who was criticised by US President Donald Trump for the way she handled a case of alleged…
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general
Aussie star Lani Pallister ends American GOAT's 16-year win streak
Lani Pallister becomes the first wimmer to beat American Katie Ledecky over 800m at a senior international swim meet as Australia wraps up a glittering Pan Pacific Swimming Championships.
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politics
US admiral praises USS Lincoln crew amid reported mental health concerns
Politicians voiced alarm over mental health struggles on carrier, with reports of sailors attempting to jump overboard.
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general
Iran offers US$30,000 bounty for killing, capturing US soldiers
Army chief Amir Hatami said the plan had been drawn up following a "large number of requests" to participate, according to the IRNA state news agency.
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general
Woman leaps from 11th-floor ledge into firefighter’s arms as Berlin high-rise burns
As a furious blaze raged inside a high-rise apartment building in Berlin, one woman was rescued by scaling the building’s exterior and taking a terrifying leap more than two stories down to safety.
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general
UNRWA alleges Israel takeover of agency buildings in East Jerusalem
'These are not UNRWA properties, but privately owned properties for which the municipality has signed a usage agreement,' Jerusalem Municipality says
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general
Multiple people dead as flooding continues in Indiana
Some parts of Indiana received more than 11 inches of rainfall over three days, beginning Aug. 11, causing record floods. Several suburbs of Indianapolis also underwater.
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politics
Brazil: Lula, Bolsonaro return to strongholds to launch runs for president
Lula and Bolsonaro appeal to Brazil’s women voters with promises to combat rising femicide and gender violence.
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business
Why people aren’t buying Mark Zuckerberg’s AI future
On the latest episode of Equity podcast, we discuss why not everyone is buying Zuckerberg’s vision.
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general
Jewish educators should stop relying on archaeology to prove Israel’s history - opinion
For a student who has never held an ancient artifact, a relic proves our history beyond argument. It connects us to distant times with a tangible demonstration of the Jewish people’s bond to the land
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politics
US-Iran MoU is set to expire: What to know
Both sides accused the other of violating the June agreement shortly after it was signed.
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sports
What awaits new Scotland head coach Pocognoli?
Shifting the playing style, maintaining qualification for major tournaments and refreshing the squad await the new Scotland boss.
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politics
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
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sports
Super Giants survive late wobble to win men's Hundred
Trent Rockets fail in their bid to become the first team to win both Hundred trophies in the same year, as they are beaten by Manchester Super Giants in the men's final.
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politics
Kushner meets with Hamas on the Gaza road map ahead of talks with Netanyahu
Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, held a rare meeting with Hamas leadership Sunday in Egypt, in a new diplomatic effort to make progress in the stalled Gaza ceasefire.
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sports
History for Hunt and Asher-Smith in golden finish for GB
Amy Hunt and Dina Asher-Smith make history while Georgia Hunter Bell claims a commanding 1500m gold as Great Britain finish strongly at the European Championships.
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entertainment
Women have always ‘method acted’ – they just don’t get called geniuses for it
In a recent interview with the Hollywood Reporter, actor Anya Taylor-Joy offered an explanation for why so few women are “method actors”: women, in her words, “can’t completely lose our minds”…
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science
Of course parents want to keep tweens and teens safe. Here’s why you should also encourage them to take risks
Parents may have heard of the dangers of being a “helicopter parent”. Of hovering so close to their kids that they never get a chance to develop independence and resilience. But avoiding this is…
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entertainment
Poor genetic health threatens many species – but it’s fixable
Stuart Westmorland/Getty By the early 1990s, there were only around 20 Florida Panthers left on the planet. A distinct and isolated population of the widespread Puma (Puma concolor), the Florida…
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science
New EU laws make AI content labels compulsory – but might just make it harder to spot deepfakes
marcoventuriniautieri/Getty As the world is increasingly flooded with deepfakes, the European Union is taking action to help people distinguish what is real and what is not. It recently started…
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science
Is bird flu infecting humans? How would we know?
Bird flu is circulating among birds on the Australian mainland. So with the confirmed number of detections growing, you may be wondering about the risk of birds infecting humans. So far in 2026, no…
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business
Why most homeowners don’t need to lose sleep over negative equity
Oleksandra Korobova/Getty For most people who buy a home, a mortgage represents the single largest debt they will take on in their lives. But what happens if the market value of a property you’ve…
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politics
Exclusive poll shows nearly half of respondents defecting from Victorian Labor. What do these voters care about?
A new poll of Victorians shows almost half of respondents who voted Labor in the 2022 state election intend to vote differently this November, with more than 13% moving their vote to One Nation and a…
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general
Two dead, hundreds evacuated from fires on island near Athens
Nine people require care for burns as a fast-moving blaze sweeps through two popular beaches, many filled with elderly residents; hundreds evacuated by sea
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general
Anti-corruption raids in Baghdad as dozens of officials arrested
Iraq’s Integrity Commission seized of millions in cash and jewelry said to be linked to corruption charges.
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business
El Jalapeño: FIFA allowed Mexico to host 2026 World Cup matches in exchange for Estadio Azteca’s entire revenue stream
FIFA has explained that its billion dollar profits on the 2026 World Cup while Estadio Azteca owners lost millions was all part of the plan.
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general
Indiana Prepares for More Rain After Days of Deadly Storms
Since last week, hazardous weather has caused seven deaths, forced people from their homes and required some to be rescued by boat. The region was at risk for more flooding on Sunday.
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politics
Israeli election committee: Parties will see polling station turnout, but not who voted
Justice Sohlberg rejects Likud's bid to restore real-time voter tracking and instead offers parties aggregate turnout data.
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politics
Trump admin. secretly contacted IRGC through Iraq's KRG President Barzani, sources say - report
Sources familiar with the matter told Axios that the White House asked Kurdistan Regional Govt. President Nechirvan Barzani whether the IRGC had any additional demands during peace talks in May.
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politics
What Australian trauma doctors found when they came to Israel
An Australian trauma delegation’s visit to Israel highlights how medical collaboration can deepen ties between the two countries despite political tensions.
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technology
Muslim Association of Canada apologizes for 'Jew free' appearing in word cloud during youth convent
The Muslim Association of Canada apologized after “Jew free” appeared in a convention word cloud, blaming an anonymous actor as HonestReporting condemned it as “normalized Jew hate.”
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general
Iran attempting to 'flip narrative' by accusing Qatar of holding pilots captive, analyst says
Dr. Ahmed Alkhuzaie told the 'Post' that Iran’s decision to drag a “neutral Gulf state,” which has largely acted as an ally for Tehran, into its war with the United States was a clear miscalculation.
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politics
Iranian parliament votes to further criminalize interviews with US, Israeli media outlets
Under the proposed bill, interviews or participation in discussions with such media would be banned, and violations would carry six months to two years in prison.
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politics
Renewed Moscow-Damascus flights signal revival of ties after Assad's fall - analysis
Syria is expanding its airline network, adding flights from numerous countries over the past year as Damascus seeks to reconnect with the region and Europe.
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business
WATCH: Archaeologists unearth 1,300-year-old ‘shopping hub’ beneath stadium in central Israel
However, IAA researchers have proposed two main theories about what the site served as: either a major trade and industrial station or part of a currently undiscovered nearby settlement.
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technology
Centcom chief visits US carrier enforcing Iran blockade amid reports of severe strain on crew
The head of the United States Central Command (Centcom), Admiral Bradley Cooper, has visited the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea, which is enforcing the US blockade of Iran…
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politics
Gallego says Congress boosting Iran war funding 'like giving a drunk more money and hoping that they'll stop drinking'
Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego (Ariz.) on Sunday expressed strong opposition to Congress giving the Pentagon more funding amid the Iran war. During an interview on ABC’s “This Week,” Gallego pivoted…
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politics
Generational divide at forefront in New England Democratic primaries
Sen. Ed Markey is locked in a primary battle with Rep. Seth Moulton to defend his seat.
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general
Lala is again a tropical storm, sending drenching rain and winds across Hawaii
Hurricane Lala weakened to a tropical storm Sunday after skirting Hawaii without making landfall, but it wasn't done punishing the Big Island with hurricane-force gusts.
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general
‘She is a hero’: 13-year-old survivor of Michigan shooting rampage called 911
Girl called police after she was shot four times in shooting spree that left six dead, including gunman A 13-year-old girl in Michigan survived being shot four times in a shooting spree that left six…
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business
Ukraine attacks Wildberries, Russia's biggest online market
Since mid-July, Ukraine has been targeting warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries almost every day. Ukraine says it's disrupting front-line shipments. But experts say it's…
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politics
Iran and Oman work on temporary Hormuz shipping route as Trump threatens to claim the strait
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says talks with Oman on a new maritime route are 'separate' from the decision to reopen Hormuz Ships dock at Charak Port in Iran's Hormozgan province on 9…
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general
Suspect in Virginia State University shooting found hiding in dorm closet
Suspect, 19, who is not enrolled at the university arrested in connection with shooting of five people, authorities say A young man suspected in connection with the shooting of five people on Saturday…
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sports
Rockets crush Sunrisers for first women's Hundred title
Trent Rockets win their first women's Hundred title with an eight-wicket win at Lord's after bowling Sunrisers Leeds out for just 91.
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politics
Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers
The Iranian military announced on Sunday it would be offering a $30,000 reward for killing or capturing US soldiers, with the bounty doubled if conducted by a woman. There have been no known…
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general
Largest Ukrainian drone attack on Russia, Moscow says 822 drones shot down
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia, killing at least six people and striking a Wildberries logistics hub.
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general
Kushner, Hamas chief in Egypt for talks on advancing Trump’s Gaza plan; IDF continues strikes
Hamas officials said to take part in talks between US envoy and Egyptian, Turkish and Qatari mediators; Trump's son-in-law meets Egypt's Sissi, while Hamas leader meets spy chief
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politics
Calls for public inquiry into Jason Arday 'witch hunt'
Lord Simon Woolley said Arday had been "hounded" by the media and pursued relentlessly.
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business
The weekend is 100 years old
Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/aug/16/the-weekend-is-100-years-old-skiveday-fridays-and-hybrid-working-ruined-it Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49320984…
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technology
Iranian parliament advances bill to curb foreign influence
Iran's parliament approved on Sunday the general principles of a bill that would criminalise interviews and other communications with media deemed hostile to the Islamic Republic, including US or…
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general
Two die as wildfires sweep Greek island of Salamina
ATHENS, Aug 16 - Two people died and several others were injured on Sunday as fast-moving wildfires swept through the Greek island of Salamina west of Athens on the biggest holiday weekend of the…
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politics
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," amid a number of socialist candidates in the Democratic Party, President Trump has found his rallying cry for the midterm elections. Democratic…
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general
Lala weakens to tropical storm as it lashes Hawaii with heavy wind and rain
Hurricane Lala downgraded after skirting Big Island as one person dies and over 130,000 households are without power Hurricane Lala weakened to a tropical storm on Sunday after skirting Hawaii without…
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technology
Centcom chief visits US carrier enforcing Iran blockade amid reports of severe strain on crew
A sailor was rescued after going overboard amid reported mental health struggles and exhaustion aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln The USS Abraham Lincoln sails in the Arabian Sea on 8 May 2026 (AFP) The…
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general
Greek island wildfire kills two people as helicopters called in to tackle Belgian blaze
Belgium battling biggest fire in more than a century as flames near German border and 600 people told to evacuate Two people have died in fires on the Greek island of Salamis as firefighting aircraft…
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sports
Winnipeg Sea Bears win CEBL championship for 1st time in franchise history
The CEBL championship was intended to be a three-game series concluding Sunday, but the first game was suspended early due to condensation on the court, and then cancelled.
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politics
Changing pubs into homes to be made harder under new rules
The rules will come into force on Monday along with other changes to planning policy.
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politics
Recipe: Burdock & Co. citrus kosho
A vibrant, spicy, and fermented Japanese condiment perfect for meats, seafood or dressings. Follow the steps to make your own here.
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politics
Nazi artefacts still being sold online years after trade outlawed across Australia
One seller says second world war memorabilia containing banned Nazi symbols is legal under exemptions to the laws Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Nazi artefacts bearing…
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