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Pentagon spokesperson says claims of US munitions shortage amid Iran war 'false' - report
"The US has massive amounts of 'munitions'" Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social on August 6, adding that claims of any munitions shortage were fabricated.
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Charter plane carrying 8 crashes near remote site in western Alaska - report
A charter plane carrying eight people crashed near a remote radar site in western Alaska, the Associated Press said on Thursday, citing the National Transportation Safety Board.
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politics
Editor's Notes: In era of Jewish uncertainty, Israel must rework its relationship with Diaspora
Israel’s leaders offer education, aliyah, and advocacy as answers to Diaspora challenges, but true partnership requires giving world Jewry a voice in decisions that affect them.
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Diplomacy becomes essential national security tool to combat Turkey's growing strength- editorial
Recent strikes raise an uncomfortable question about the US-supervised “joint fusion mechanism” that Israel, Syria, and the United States agreed on and what it accomplished.
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politics
Hamas told to be 'sensitive' to Netanyahu ahead of Israeli elections as attacks on Gaza continue
Senior Hamas official Bassem Naim told CNN that the movement remains committed to a peace roadmap for Gaza. "We are still ready to continue this way to give our people on the ground the chance to…
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business
Stock futures are little changed after a steep sell-off sparked by a move back higher in Treasury yields: Live updates
The Dow ended Thursday's session down 700 points, marking its worst day since July 29.
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general
Pioneering cancer treatment saves python named Jodie Foster at British zoo
Chester Zoo, in northwest England, said the 4.5m reticulated python had fully recovered.
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politics
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan Back In Jail, Hours After He Was Shifted To Hospital
Khan has been imprisoned since August 2023. He says the cases against him are politically motivated, an accusation the government denies.
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Terrorist shot after attempting to stab IDF soldier operating in West Bank, no IDF injuries
A terrorist armed with a knife attempted to stab an IDF soldier in the Jenin area in the West Bank on Thursday morning.
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politics
‘No bandwidth left for the family’: why many Singaporeans want to be child-free
As Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong prepares to unveil plans to ease the strain on families during his National Day Rally speech on Sunday, a new survey points to a difficult question behind the…
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general
8 Injured As Crane Falls On Houses During Eviction Operation In Mumbai
Eight people injured after crane topples during eviction operation in Mumbai
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sports
Financial loss, betting, corruption: BCB suspends Bangladesh Premier League
The BPL began in 2012 and is Bangladesh’s biggest domestic cricket tournament. However, it has struggled to match the success of other franchise leagues such as IPL.
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Tiananmen Square vigil organisers found guilty in Hong Kong of ‘inciting subversion’
Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung - leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance – were tried under under a 2020 national security law Two Hong Kong activists who organised annual vigils marking China’s deadly…
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Charter plane carrying 8 crashes in western Alaska, federal officials say
A charter plane carrying eight people crashed Thursday near a remote radar site in western Alaska, federal authorities said.
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business
Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Drops 50 Points Amid Mixed Global Cues
Stock Market, Sensex, Share Market, Nifty LIVE Updates: Crude oil prices surge to near one-month high as US prepares sweeping sanctions on Iran.
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politics
Guatemala says it received nearly 2,300 US-deported Mexicans
US President Donald Trump's administration is ramping up third country deportations, with Mexican deportees being sent to Guatemala and reportedly Honduras in the past year.
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business
China ‘not playing by the rules’, German finance minister says
He said the government in Berlin is likely to adopt a “firmer stance” in its engagement with China.
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politics
Storms soak Northeast as possible tornadoes reported in New York, Delaware
Heavy rain and winds were pounding the Northeast U.S. as storms tore through a beach on Long Island and knocked out power in Delaware's capital city.
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technology
Poland summons Israeli envoy over dropped probe into killing of WCK aid workers
Poland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that it summoned the Israeli ambassador to Warsaw after Tel Aviv's decision to close its investigation into an attack on a World Central Kitchen (WCK)…
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entertainment
Alleged rapist arrested after returning to Brisbane crime scene that night, police say
Man, 32, charged with six counts of rape, stalking and assault after woman was allegedly attacked in Brookfield Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free…
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politics
Canadian premier says ‘erratic’ Trump ‘not to be trusted’ amid US trade feud
The premier of a Canadian province launched a blistering attack on US President Donald Trump on Thursday, calling him a “bad person” and “not to be trusted” and urging Canada to keep fighting rather…
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sports
'Genuinely cleaner and safer': Foreign tourists praise Delhi Metro
Two international visitors took to Instagram to share their delightful experiences with the Delhi Metro, praising its cleanliness and impressive security measures at various stations. They…
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politics
What Sanae Takaichi’s popularity among women says about gender equality in Japan
Politicians don’t often find themselves on packages of cookies. Nor do their bags tend to go viral, sparking a fashion craze. But few politicians are quite like Japan’s first female prime minister…
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politics
AIPAC-backed Democrat loses California House special election to Aisha Wahab
Wahab and Hernandez will again face each other in November. The winner of that election will hold the congressional seat for a full two-year term.
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politics
Vance: Bessent has 'very discreet plan' to shrink $40 trillion national debt
Vice President Vance said Thursday night that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has a “very discreet plan" to shrink the nation’s debt. “He [Bessent] has had a very discreet plan, of course, supported…
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general
Australia investigates fourth close call at Sydney airport in less than a month
A Qantas Airbus A321 preparing to depart to the Gold Coast braked to avoid another Qantas aircraft, a Boeing 737, that had arrived from Melbourne on Tuesday (Aug 18).
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politics
International study finds solar panels in China could be harming birds
Solar expansion policies across China have led to a reduction in bird diversity, with wealthier and non-desert regions bearing the brunt of species loss, according to a study led by researchers in…
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science
HK's Tiananmen activists guilty in national security trial
Three activists were accused of inciting others to subvert state power under the China-introduced law.
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entertainment
What happened to Harry and Meghan's American dream?
Harry and Meghan enjoyed some showbusiness success, but their Hollywood reign proved short-lived.
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general
Russia holds rare missile test near islands claimed by Japan
Missiles were launched from a nuclear-powered submarine around the Southern Kuril islands.
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England leave Pakistan on the ropes at Headingley after day 2
Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox and Dan Lawrence all scored half-centuries after England resumed from 112/2. Rain delayed the start of play by nearly four hours, but England's batters made the most…
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Meghan could return to acting once back in UK
Sources close to the Sussexes have not denied reports that Meghan has been offered an acting role in the UK.
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technology
Jazz and gospel fill the church in Little Burgundy as Montreal honours Oliver Jones
The tears were flowing as family and friends shared stories about a generous, talented and humble man.
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politics
Why an anti-Israel DSA member bested Alex Vindman in a Florida Senate primary
Nixon has repeatedly accused Israel of committing genocide and criticized Vindman for staying silent on Israel.
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politics
Japan executes man who killed five in Pachinko parlour fire
This is the first time since June 2025 that the country has enacted capital punishment.
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business
U.S. bond intervention is like 'paying your mortgage with your credit card,' JPMorgan's Sullivan says
The U.S. government's efforts to manage pressure in the Treasury market risk merely shifting the problem down the road, according to JPMorgan's James Sullivan.
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Teen driving car with booze consignment kills pedestrian near Mumbai
A 16-year-old boy allegedly driving a car with liquor ran over two women pedestrians. One woman died from her injuries while the other sustained serious harm. The vehicle's owner and registered driver…
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At least 10 injured after crane falls on railway OHE in Mumbai’s Kurla
A crane from an MMRDA work site fell onto railway equipment early Friday. Ten people sustained injuries in the incident near Qureshi Nagar in Kurla. The overhead equipment on the Kurla-Trombay section…
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science
Real-life ‘gold-devouring beast’: Chinese girl, 5, hospitalised after swallowing gold bar
A five-year-old girl in northern China accidentally swallowed a 50-gram gold bar, sparking viral jokes online that she took the mainland nickname for children – “gold-devouring beasts” – far too…
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politics
Markey, Moulton lock horns ahead of Massachusetts Senate primary: 3 takeaways from last debate
Rep. Seth Moulton and Sen. Ed Markey exchanged blows from the onset of the final Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary debate as the 47-year-old House lawmaker mounts a longshot bid to oust his…
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entertainment
Police continue hunt for missing $37,000 violin left on bus
A 38-year-old man has been charged with theft in relation to the missing valuable instrument.
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general
Key European leaders demand Israel halt West Bank settlement project
The UN has said the E1 plan posed an “existential threat” to a contiguous Palestinian state.
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Redblacks fall to 0-10 with loss to Alouettes
The Ottawa Redblacks are still searching for their first win, and now sit in some very lonely company.
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politics
Navy discusses renaming aircraft carrier after Trump instead of heroic Black sailor
The USS Doris Miller would be the first aircraft carrier named after a Black and an enlisted sailor. The decision to name the carrier after Miller was made during Trump’s first term.
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politics
Hong Kong convicts activists in national security trial
The two pro-democracy Tiananmen activists were found guilty of inciting subversion. The high profile case has been widely criticized for highlighting the deterioration of freedom of expression.
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Japan executes man behind pachinko parlour arson that killed 5
Japan executed on Friday a man convicted of an arson attack on a pachinko parlour in 2009 that killed five people, authorities said. It was Japan’s first hanging since Takahiro Shiraishi, the “Twitter…
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business
US warns allies and China to join Iran economic pressure campaign
The United States on Thursday urged allies and China to join its campaign to isolate Iran's economy, as President Donald Trump seeks to intensify pressure on Tehran amid a stalemate in the war and…
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politics
Liberia receives first group of "third country" deportees from U.S., officials say
The West African nation of Liberia received the first group of "third country" deportees from the U.S. on Thursday, including migrants from Latin America, U.S. officials told CBS News.
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business
Bali jails Swiss tourist for insulting sacred Day of Silence
The 26-year-old sparked anger with an expletive-laden post about the sacred holiday.
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‘Hypnotised’ with water, raped: Mumbai airhostess falls prey to 'evil eye’ ploy
A 25-year-old airhostess was allegedly raped by a man posing as transgender. The accused entered her flat on the pretext of using black magic for her husband. Police arrested the 28-year-old accused…
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politics
Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil organiser, former leaders guilty of inciting subversion
A now-disbanded alliance behind Hong Kong’s annual Tiananmen Square vigil, along with two of its former leaders, have been found guilty of inciting subversion under the national security law for…
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business
Japan's historic yen intervention has ‘turbo-charged’ the carry trade
Japan's historic effort to prop up the yen may have had an unintended consequence: giving investors a better opportunity to put the carry trade back on.
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business
Why a chronically underfunded arts sector will make NZ poorer – and duller
Getty Images A very tight recent funding round from Creative New Zealand, as well as confirmation of significant staff cuts at the government agency, have compounded anxiety in an already struggling…
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technology
US vows to 'collapse' Iran with new sanctions as energy prices spike
The US will impose "the toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent said on Thursday, vowing to ramp up economic pressure on the Islamic Republic even as the…
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general
Democratic California state legislator Wahab wins US House of Representatives seat
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politics
Catholic Schools NSW boss sacked after appearance at Icac inquiry into alleged Liberal party corruption
Watchdog investigating whether Dallas McInerney arranged illegal political donations from schools to lobbying companies controlled by the Reformers Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…
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politics
Florida Counts Its Election Ballots Fast. Why Can’t California Keep Up?
Florida counted most of its primary ballots within hours on Tuesday night, well ahead of the days California took to report the results of its major election.
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technology
29 US states are suing Meta. What might it mean for the rest of the world?
This week, a trial commenced in the United States that could drastically change how Facebook and Instagram operate globally. The trial in Oakland, which is expected to last six weeks, pits 29 US…
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business
US vows toughest-ever Iran sanctions, presses China to help reopen Hormuz
The United States is preparing unprecedented sanctions against Iran. These measures aim to increase economic pressure on Tehran significantly. Washington also seeks cooperation from China regarding…
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politics
Japan headline inflation rate hits highest this year as energy prices bite
Core inflation — which strips out prices of fresh food but includes energy — was in line with expectations, coming in at 1.8%.
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politics
Brent hovers near $94 as US-Iran conflict continues to squeeze energy supply
On Friday, oil prices held steady, with Brent crude nearing $94 per barrel amid ongoing supply disruptions triggered by the US-Iran conflict. Both Brent and WTI benchmarks are poised for a second…
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Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists convicted under nat. security law, face up to 10 years in prison
Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists Chow Hang-tung and Lee Cheuk-yan have been convicted of incitement to subversion under a Beijing-imposed national security law. At the West Kowloon Law Courts…
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technology
Summerland businesses face another blow as water advisory keeps doors closed
Summerland is trying to get back on its feet after the Bald Range wildfire, but for some local businesses, the disruption is far from over.
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politics
House Democrat: Rein in data centers without losing tech race to China
Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (Va.), whose own district lies in a hotbed of data center activity, pushed to rein them in on Thursday, but not enough where the U.S. would lose the technology race…
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entertainment
'Pakistan a poor side': Former England great delivers blunt verdict
Stuart Broad called Pakistan a poor side and expects England to win the series. Pakistan's batting struggled, being bowled out for 171 on the first day. England then took a significant first-innings…
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politics
Nancy Kissinger, wife of former US Secretary of State, dies at 92
She travelled widely with her husband on diplomatic missions after their 1974 marriage.
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Video: Moment Ship With 21 Indian Sailors Came Under Iran's Attack In Hormuz
The incident involved a Panama-flagged container ship that was fired upon by Iranian boats amid an escalation of tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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business
Chinese humanoid robots' biggest obstacle: humans are still (mostly) better
Humanoid robots still struggle to perform as efficiently as humans in most labor scenarios.
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politics
Aisha Wahab wins special election to serve out remainder of Eric Swalwell's term
The partial term for California's 14th Congressional District ends January 2027, after which the candidate chosen in the November election will serve the next full term.
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Montreal police used banned hog-tie restraint before man, 29, died, coroner finds
According to Géhane Kamel's report dated Aug. 12, police use of a hog-tie restraint technique likely contributed to the death of Abisay Cruz.
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politics
Treasury Secretary Bessent says US will 'squash' Iranian economy, collapse 'murderous regime'
"I see lots of reports that said, 'oh, well, this has never worked.' It does work, because we have a combination. It is a one-two punch," Bessent said.
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Australian police recover body of missing teenage hiker near Sydney
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns apologised on Thursday (Aug 19) for initially reporting that the teenager had been found alive.
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politics
Lebanese Shiite scholar says Hezbollah brought 'destruction' and 'hatred' to Lebanon
When asked on the likelihood of Hezbollah disarming, Fuani showed optimism, citing the aftermath of President Ahmed al-Sharaa's successful overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.
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Winnipeg’s Braxton Kuntz 1 shot off the lead at Manitoba Open
Winnipeg's Braxton Kuntz is in a tie for second place at the Manitoba Open through the opening round at the Elmhurst Golf and Country Club.
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China hunts for lunar ice in one of solar system's coldest places
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Mehul Choksi's Lawyer Vijay Aggarwal Arrested In London Over Sexual Assaults
Vijay Aggarwal is known for representing fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi in extradition-related proceedings in Belgium.
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entertainment
Trump and former fixer Michael Cohen bury the hatchet
The president and his former fixer put their contentious past behind them and reunited on Cohen’s radio show after years of legal feuds and name calling.
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technology
In the embodied AI race, China can opt to look beyond bigger models
The world has seen tremendous progress in the capabilities of robots in the past year. Robots can now walk, dance, run and perform increasingly sophisticated movements, yet impressive demonstrations…
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entertainment
She was a California comeback story, serving juvenile probation in a UC Davis dorm for killing a teen, when arrested again
A Sacramento County judge ordered her into a UC Davis program for formerly incarcerated students. She was arrested seven months later, accused of dealing drugs from her dorm, where officers found…
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politics
US planning to block Abbas from addressing UN next month, sources tell 'Post'
One person with knowledge told the Post that Abbas reportedly asked Turkey for help to convince the US to reverse the decision.
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politics
US hits Hezbollah with fresh sanctions, emphasizing ties to Iranian government
The Treasury Department redesignated the group "for service to the Iranian regime under the command of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force," according to a statement.
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USS George Washington arrives in Middle East as USS Abraham Lincoln prepares to sail home - report
This comes a week after US Senator Richard Blumenthal demanded a formal inquiry into the conditions aboard the Lincoln amid reports of low morale, suicide attempts, and supply shortages.
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politics
Despite US sanctions on Xinjiang cotton, China’s textile industry weathers the storm
When the US government announced the addition of 43 Chinese companies to an import blacklist in late July over allegations of forced labour in the country’s western Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region…
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politics
Pakistan: Former PM Khan moved to private hospital
Khan's supporters say his health has deteriorated during more than three years in prison since being removed from office in 2022.
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business
Hyundai considering U.S. production increase at new Georgia plant, CEO tells CNBC
The potential capacity increase would be part of Hyundai's plan to invest $26 billion in the U.S. through 2028, Hyundai CEO José Muñoz told CNBC.
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Drug trafficking suspects sought by U.S. may seek trial in Canada instead
Gurtej Smagh, Jaskarn Baghri, and Ravinder Dhanda were arrested last month in B.C. and face charges in the U.S. for their alleged involvement in cross-border drug trafficking.
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ISIS-linked female suspect arrested in plot to blow up New York State Capitol
Bowie was arrested on charges of attempting to provide material support to a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), ISIS.
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business
Warsh faces Fed independence test as Bessent moves in on central bank's turf
Bessent’s effort to tamp down long-term Treasury yields could force Warsh to clarify how far the Fed should go in coordinating on bonds and the balance sheet.
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politics
Winston Peters says US scaling back of military drill New Zealand involved in 'a surprise'
The defence force wasn't given a heads up that an exercise it's taking part in with allies was being significantly reduced - finding out through media reports.
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politics
Cameroon’s Aging President Returns From Months-Long Stay Abroad
Paul Biya, 93, had been in Switzerland since early June. The prolonged absence stirred questions about his health and plans for succession.
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technology
Philadelphia police ID man in "Chucky-style" mask as Zymire Hughes
Police have identified the suspect wanted for terrorizing people near Philadelphia City Hall last week while wearing a "Chucky-style" mask.
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business
Brief shutdown of Bearspaw water main coming in September for Calgary region
Residents of Calgary and surrounding communities, freed nearly five months ago from water restrictions, are being warned of another possible Bearspaw feeder main shutdown.
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general
Brian Hickerson's attorney issues statement after Hayden Panettiere's death
An investigation into the late actress's death is ongoing.
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sports
Fiji Bati captain Tui Kamikamica retires
The Fiji Bati's campaign at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup later this year has been dealt a tough blow with the sudden retirement of captain Tui Kamikamica.
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politics
The Message Behind Trump’s Threats of ‘Economic Warfare’ Against Iran
President Trump’s threats of an “economic D-Day” carry a clear signal to Iran that he does not want to go back to war.
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science
Scientists Release Biggest 2D Map of the Universe
Article URL: https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2026/08/10/scientists-release-biggest-2d-map-of-the-universe/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49380671 Points: 3 # Comments: 0
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politics
Australia news live: PM says he shouldn’t have gone on Bush Deep podcast; home sales to overseas buyers plunge
Albanese said now-infamous interview, dubbed ‘melon-gate’, taught him he needs ‘to do better every day’. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Butler…
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politics
N.S. energy minister apologizes after ‘harmful’ rap lyrics prompt resignation call
MacLeod, 37, said the recording was posted online 13 years ago and never generated any money.
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2nd-degree murder charge laid in death of 16-year-old girl at north Edmonton townhouse
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder after a 16-year-old girl was killed at the Park Hill Condominium townhouse complex in north Edmonton's Hairsine area.
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politics
Woman accused of plotting "major attack" on New York State Capitol building
A New York woman is accused of plotting "a major attack" on the state capitol building in Albany, authorities said Thursday.
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