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NHS doctor denies posting social media support for Hamas in London court
She also denied one count of stirring up racial hatred in written material and a further count of using words that were threatening or abusive.
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'Ballsack Zionist': Jewish politician Lander insulted while protesting NYC Hindu nationalist event
"You look like a scrotum, you filthy ballsack!" one protester shouted at Democratic Congressional candidate Brad Lander at Madison Square Garden, adding. "F*** you, ballsack Zionist!"
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Wanted: Leaders for Israel’s next generation - opinion
The country is hiring. And whoever applies should know that a generation with every reason to be tired has decided to keep demanding anyway.
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Chinese fighter jet based on Israeli design sold to Muslim-majority Uzbekistan
The Chinese J-10 is cheaper than the American F-16 and is marketed to countries that don't want to buy US-made fighter jets.
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business
UAE investment push incentivizes Lebanon to break from Iran, Hezbollah, analyst tells 'Post'
The countries signed the intergovernmental memorandum of understanding on Thursday, following the opening of the Lebanon-UAE Economic Forum on Wednesday.
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‘Healing through restoration’: How Israel’s hidden dig site builds community out of archaeology
“Our job is to tell the story of these people, because we are here and we can learn a lot from them," Dagan told The Jerusalem Post.
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politics
Trump says NBC's Welker to be reported to FCC over characterization of his endorsement record
Trump said NBC's Kristen Welker will be reported to the FCC for "rebuke or punishment" in a Sunday Truth Social post.
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Who is Leila Abolhasani? The mother sentenced to death after Iran’s January protests
Abolhasani, a 43-year-old beautician and mother of two teenage girls, was sentenced to death for “enmity against God” after authorities accused her of helping set fire to a supermarket.
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Cenote hunters’ love for exploring the Yucatán Peninsula inspires new guidebook
Canadian cenote hunters David Palmer and Doris Demers have written a guidebook to the Yucatán Peninsula's most spectacular sinkholes, and have shared tips on visiting some of their favorites.
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business
Farm workers face a ‘double-edged sword’ of extreme heat and pesticides
As extreme heat makes working outdoors increasingly dangerous, farm workers face another, less visible threat: the pesticides used on the crops around them. Higher temperatures can make these…
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Theme park performer Bernice Yuen crowned Miss Hong Kong
Theme park performer Bernice Yuen Sze-hang outshone 11 other contenders to be crowned Miss Hong Kong 2026 on Sunday night. The 26-year-old, one of the heavy favourites, dazzled both judges and…
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politics
Germany's Christian Churches take a stand against far right
The AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has embarked on a confrontational course toward the churches. Representatives of the Catholic and Protestant churches are responding with a mix of anxiety and resolve.
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technology
Lake Ontario Turns To 'Lake America' On Google Maps In US, But Not In Canada
People in Canada will still see Lake Ontario, the Indigenous-rooted name used for the lake since the 17th century, on their devices and computers, the US-based tech giant said.
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politics
Nepal on high alert for fresh flooding as death toll rises past 800
More than 3,000 people are still missing after catastrophic flash floods hit following a glacial collapse high in the Himalayan region.
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business
Transcript: Rep. John James on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 30, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. John James, Republican of Michigan, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 30, 2026.
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Nepal-Tibet deaths from flash flooding rise amid race to free workers in tunnel
Total of confirmed 797 dead and more than 3,000 missing amid threat of fresh inundation Nepal-Tibet flash flood – latest updates ‘Their whole village has disappeared’: frantic hunt for survivors in…
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politics
Canadians set to cast their ballots in B.C., Ontario and Quebec byelections
The vote is taking place in three ridings across the country, one in B.C., another in Ontario and a third in Quebec following the resignations of their MPs.
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business
Transcript: Sen. Richard Blumenthal on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 30, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 30, 2026.
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science
French LGBTQ activist hospitalised after ‘despicable homophobic attack’ in Paris
Pierre Picave, a French police officer and head of an LGBTQ rights association, was hospitalised after a nighttime attack in the Marais district in central Paris, prosecutors said Sunday. Paris Mayor…
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politics
Google Maps Changes Lake Ontario to Lake America Following Trump’s Executive Order
Users in the United States will see the new label, following President Trump’s executive order last week.
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science
Mass shootings rock 2 US cities, leave 3 dead, 18 injured: Police
Shootings in Chicago and Trenton, N.J., over the weekend left two dead and 18 injured.
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PM Modi Pays Tribute To Lal Bahadur Shastri, Plants Tree In Uzbekistan
PM Modi and Mirziyoyev also jointly planted a tree in the Presidential Palace garden under India's "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" initiative.
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business
‘It was very upsetting’: India Day returns a year after being cancelled due to attacks
Ireland India Council says vast majority of hostile phone calls it received before 2025 event was postponed originated from the US
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technology
Texas Governor Abbott blocks funding for more Flock cameras
As backlash grows over Flock's AI surveillance cameras, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has frozen state spending on them. The move came just ahead of the publication of a Texas Tribune investigation that…
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Nepal flood victims fear more bodies are buried under mud
Residents in Dhading, Nepal devastated by flooding say they believe more bodies remain buried beneath thick mud.
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IDF: Israel’s Apache deal not off, but at risk as NIS 15 billion delay drags on
Yet another deadline was missed last Thursday, but some of the leaks in Hebrew media seem to be exaggerating the consequences of the blown deadlines.
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business
New UK PM Burnham’s honeymoon ends as Trump, first budget loom large
Andy Burnham has enjoyed a honeymoon first month as UK prime minister, but the hard trade-offs involved in governing are about to get real as parliament returns from its summer break in the coming…
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politics
Ferry carrying nearly 270 people capsizes off Cyprus, killing at least 7
A ferry carrying nearly 270 passengers and crew capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus.
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technology
Top tech firms call for defensive measures against looming wave of AI-driven hacks
OpenAI, Anthropic among companies to warn of 'limited window' to prepare for sophisticated cyberattacks; urge tech leaders, governments to work together on issue
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M50 flyover barriers not designed to stop head-on collisions, says TII following crash
Condition of seriously injured couple in car that drove off motorway bridge on Wednesday remains unknown
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entertainment
Niger junta puts down mutiny with help from Russia's Africa Corps
Life returned to normal in Niger's capital on Sunday, a day after mutineers stormed the presidential palace and a military base at Niamey's main airport, resisting forces loyal to the ruling junta…
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sports
Chelsea beat Brighton 4-3 to extend perfect start under Xabi Alonso
Alonso has presided over two wins in the Premier League and one in the League Cup since taking charge of the Blues.
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After ODI success, Pratika Rawal makes T20I debut in Women's Asia Cup opener
Pratika Rawal made a strong impression on her T20I debut for India against Thailand in the Women's Asia Cup. Scoring twenty-two runs off just eighteen balls, she showcased her potential. This…
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science
1.4-million-year-old footprints reveal a surprisingly large human relative
Ancient footprints in Kenya reveal that eight Paranthropus boisei may have traveled together 1.4 million years ago, with some individuals reaching surprisingly large, human-like body sizes. The tracks…
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Chicago mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 9 injured Saturday night
Chicago police are investigating a mass shooting on the city’s South Side, with one person dead and at least nine others injured.
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politics
Rep. Jim Clyburn says impeaching Trump shouldn’t be Democrats’ priority if they win back the House
Rep. Jim Clyburn, D-S.C., said that Democrats should not prioritize impeaching President Donald Trump if they win control of the House in the upcoming midterm elections, but instead should focus on…
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politics
Guinea-Bissau votes in referendum to expand presidential powers
Voters in Guinea-Bissau went to the polls on Sunday to vote on a proposed constitutional amendment. The changes would expand the president’s powers, including giving him the right to appoint and…
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politics
EU wants drones to spray pesticides — but it could backfire
The EU wants to lift a decades-old ban on spraying pesticides from the air, allowing drones to be used for greater precision. But experts warn the plan could lead to even more pesticides being used in…
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science
NASA launches powerful new Roman Space Telescope from Florida
One month of Roman observations can survey the entire home galaxy.
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technology
Israeli forces seal West Bank village for more than 20 hours as settler violence escalates
Officials say siege and settler attacks part of a broader campaign to displace Palestinians from their land Israeli soldier stationed at the occupied West Bank village of Qusra on 29 August 2026, amid…
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business
Russia bids Rs 50,000 crore for 5 more S-400 squadrons to boost India’s air defence
Russia has put forward a proposal for an additional five S-400 air defence squadrons, a move endorsed by India in March 2026 after Operation Sindoor. This acquisition will significantly enhance the…
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science
This strange “spacetime crystal” can suddenly become a black hole
Physicists have mathematically captured a bizarre “spacetime crystal” that can either dissolve or collapse into a microscopic black hole after only a tiny change in energy. Their breakthrough came…
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entertainment
Cash settlements on home insurance claims leaving vulnerable Australians short-changed, Asic says
Corporate regulator finds insurers settling most claims with cash rather than by managing repairs or rebuilding, warning of ‘unfair outcomes’ for homeowners Get our breaking news email, free app or…
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Woman, 22, killed and five injured in shooting at Swiss rave
Manhunt under way after Italian dies from her injuries in the town of Aarau in the early hours of Sunday A manhunt is under way in Switzerland after a 22-year-old woman was killed and five people…
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British woman killed in stabbing at German railway station
A 27-year-old German man was arrested immediately after the incident in Rosenheim, Bavaria.
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politics
French LGBTQ activist hospitalised after 'homophobic' Paris attack
The head of a French LGBTQ rights association was hospitalised after a nighttime attack in Paris, activists and prosecutors said on Sunday.
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business
Ontario's premier says trade war would be 'devastating' for US and Canada
Ford also called Trump's renaming of Lake Ontario "disappointing."
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science
Ribbon-Cutting Event for NASA Deep Space Network’s Deep Space Station 23
Description Leadership from NASA Headquarters, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and the Deep Space Network (DSN) stand in front of the recently completed Deep Space Station 23 antenna at the Deep Space…
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science
NASA launches new space telescope
NASA has successfully launched its newest space telescope from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The telescope reached orbit just 10 minutes after liftoff and is now beginning its mission to shed…
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politics
Canada erects giant ‘Lake Ontario’ sign as spat with Trump over name escalates
Meanwhile, Trump posts video of himself kicking over a Lake Ontario sign and replacing it with Lake America sign Donald Trump and Canada continued a verbal duel on Saturday over the US government’s…
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Homan pushes back on alleged ICE arrests of parents at bus stops
White House border czar Tom Homan on Sunday pushed back on the idea of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arresting parents at bus stops in Connecticut, as alleged by Sen. Chris Murphy…
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Deepti Sharma joins Harmanpreet, Smriti in elite club in Asia Cup opener
Deepti Sharma has officially marked her 150th T20I cap, placing her among the distinguished Indian cricketers like Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana. As the twelfth woman in the world to hit this…
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politics
Iceland rejects EU accession talks
Iceland has voted against resuming membership talks with the European Union. The “No” camp won with nearly 53% of the vote, while just over 47% backed the “Yes” side, with only 9,500 votes separating…
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science
NASA Deep Space Network’s New Goldstone Antenna Goes Online
Description Long shadows are cast by the recently completed Deep Space Station 23 at the Deep Space Network’s Goldstone complex near Barstow, California, in August 2026. A 34-meter (114-foot)…
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politics
Victim in Swiss shooting was Italian: ministry
A woman killed at a shooting at a rave in Switzerland was an Italian national, Italy's foreign ministry said in a statement on Sunday.
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politics
Why did Australia give visas to Israeli soldiers but not Bassem Youssef?
The Australian government is under pressure to explain why it allowed dozens of Israeli soldiers into the country.
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U.A.E. To Review Banque Misr, Targeted by Iran Sanctions
The Treasury Department accused Banque Misr’s branches in the United Arab Emirates of helping Iran. The Emirati central bank promised an examination.
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science
Panorama Showcasing the 34-Meter Antennas of the DSN’s Goldstone Complex
Description Five antennas soak in the summer sun at the Deep Space Network’s Goldstone complex near Barstow, California, in August 2026. The recently completed Deep Space Station 23, a 34-meter…
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science
Week in pictures: devastating floods in Nepal, death of Dolly Parton and a tornado in France
A look back at some of the week's key news stories and the most striking images: a devastating flood tears through Nepal and Tibet, the death of global icon Dolly Parton, a tornado devastates a…
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politics
Google Maps will show Lake America in US, not Lake Ontario
Google Maps made a similar change to the Gulf of Mexico in 2025, labelling it the Gulf of America.
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politics
France: Far-right and far-left lead polls
On April 18 and May 2 next year, France will vote to elect a new president to replace Emmanuel Macron. The outgoing president, who has served two terms, cannot run again, while the latest opinion…
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Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 30, 2026
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sen. Richard Blumenthal, who is recently back from the Ukraine region, joins to discuss the latest. Plus, with five years having passed since the…
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Texas law opens door to cheaper manufactured homes as cities push back
Texas is now expanding access to affordable housing by allowing manufactured homes in designated residential zones. A new state law aims to eliminate local zoning obstacles that previously limited…
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entertainment
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
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politics
NATO sees no imminent threat of attack, official says
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Aug 29 that a provocation by Russia cannot be ruled out.
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technology
Canada claps back at Trump's efforts to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America'
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has unveiled a giant billboard reading: "Lake Ontario — Now and Always." But tech giant Google has said it is renaming the lake for U.S. users, as President Trump demanded.
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science
Common supplements rival antibiotics for severe gum disease
Omega-3 and low-dose aspirin matched the effectiveness of antibiotics in a year-long study of patients with severe gum disease, with both approaches helping about 58% reach the treatment goal. The…
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entertainment
Still dancing at 88, Mali’s Mariam Bagayoko keeps tradition alive
At the age of 88, barefoot and cinched into a belt of cowrie shells, renowned singer Mariam Bagayoko still sweeps across the stage with infectious energy, dazzling wide-eyed fans with the rhythms of a…
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politics
Israelis can flee Israel, but they cannot escape their Jewish destiny - opinion
The disappearance of Mali and Liel Yahalomi prompts a broader reflection on why Israelis dream of escaping abroad and why the pull of home may ultimately bring them back.
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Israel must bring Diaspora Jews home before assimilation takes them - opinion
Israel must embrace every Jew, including the unaffiliated and intermarried, to help ensure the future of world Jewry.
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business
Castelion raises $1 billion to accelerate US hypersonic weapons production
The raise demonstrates that Washington is accelerating investment in industrial capacity for high‑speed precision weapons amid intensifying global tensions.
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Two teenagers charged with spying, carrying out tasks for Iran
The two minors, 14 and 16 years old, had been recruited through Telegram in June, the police stated.
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politics
Bennett, Eisenkot draw the battle lines in race to lead Israel’s next coalition - analysis
Bennett is offering soft-right voters an alternative to Netanyahu, while Eisenkot is seeking to hold the political center while persuading right-wing voters that he is not dependent on the Left.
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US calls on international governments to protect Jewish communities ahead of High Holy Days
In recent days, the State Department sent instructions to US diplomatic missions around the world to contact local governments and request that they increase security around synagogues.
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Cantopop diva Anita Mui’s mother dies at 102 after collapsing in flat
The 102-year-old mother of the late Cantopop icon Anita Mui Yim-fong died on Sunday morning after collapsing at her home in Hong Kong. Tam Mei‑kam was being fed liquid oatmeal by her domestic helper…
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politics
Iceland voters reject EU accession talks
A nationwide referendum failed to win enough support to restart negotiations on European Union membership, despite geopolitical tensions in the North Atlantic.
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business
Iceland rejects EU membership talks in referendum vote
The country is already part of the European Economic Area and the Schengen Area, which allows frictionless movement of people, goods, capital and services.
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politics
Israel says Netanyahu’s son ‘urgently evacuated’ from the US after threat
Right-wing activist and podcaster Yair Netanyahu lived in the US for several years before his hasty departure.
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politics
Far-right Israeli minister boasts of worse prison conditions
He compared the treatment to that of hostages held by Hamas and other militants in Gaza.
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business
Women in Zimbabwe push for recognition of 'invisible' domestic labour
In Zimbabwe, women and girls overwhelmingly bear the burden of domestic labour – costing them opportunities outside the home. New policies are being considered to recognise the value of this unpaid…
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politics
Araghchi calls for accountability over US use of Japan's airbase to attack Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on the Japanese public to hold their government accountable over reports that US military assets stationed in Japan were used in operations against…
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technology
AI-made music video becomes symbol of Canadians' anger toward US tariffs
An AI-generated video from Canada features a satirical 'Resistance Army' opposing US tariffs, prompting a comeback from the United States with a striking bald eagle image. This playful yet serious…
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politics
The home front: How Israel, Iran, and US leaders have been hit by the war
Six months into the US-Israel war on Iran, the governments in the three countries are fighting political wars at home.
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politics
Delcy Rodriguez says Venezuela ‘retains sovereignty’ despite US oil deal
Venezuela’s interim President has given a televised address to defend a deal of Venezuelan oil for the United States.
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🔴 Iceland rejects restarting EU accession talks in referendum
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technology
Superconductors finally prove quantum imaging effect predicted two decades ago
The University of Illinois Chicago’s Dirk Morr proposed a way to create high-resolution quantum images using superconductors two decades ago. A new experiment by researchers in Germany, supported by…
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After 155 years in private hands, Nevada divorce ranch becomes a state park
Transforming from a historic divorce haven into a state park, Nevada's Lower Carson Ranch now spans 1,627 acres alongside the Carson River, preserving crucial wildlife habitats. This transition marks…
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politics
Pakistan suspends 8 officials after maternity ward fire kills 14 infants
Pakistan’s prime minister said eight officials were suspended and called for criminal proceedings against them, after 14 infants were killed in a fire in a maternity ward in a hospital in the…
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AA could face £5bn takeover move by German insurer Allianz, reports claim
Breakdown recovery group’s private equity owners reportedly in talks with various suitors to sell company Germany-based financial services company Allianz is considering a £5bn takeover swoop for AA…
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politics
Brits would quite like their private messages to stay private
Article URL: https://www.theregister.com/security/2026/08/30/turns-out-brits-would-quite-like-their-private-messages-to-stay-private/5292994 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49497063…
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politics
Kyiv region strike death toll rises to 38, Volodymyr Zelensky says
The deadliest Russian strike in the Kyiv area in 2026 took place late on Aug 28.
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science
Harry Potter: Versailles turns into wizarding school for a day
Accio nostalgia! ⚡️ Can you believe it’s been 25 years since Harry Potter first hit the big screen? To celebrate, French fans turned the Palace of Versailles into Hogwarts for a unique reunion. 📹…
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politics
Nepal-China flood disaster: What’s the latest toll, how many are missing?
Over 3,000 people remain missing days after a glacier collapse triggered devastating floods near China-Nepal border.
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‘Stuck’: Canada ends Hong Kong migration pathway, some turn to US and UK
The closure of Canada’s “lifeboat” migration scheme for Hongkongers has left some applicants who are struggling to meet permanent residency requirements in limbo, prompting others to consider…
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politics
India, Uzbekistan Strike Long-Term Uranium Deal As PM Modi Wraps Key Visit
India secured what could turn out to be one of its most important nuclear energy wins in years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed on Sunday that India and Uzbekistan would establish a long-term…
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sports
Nepal: Glacial collapse leaves 3,000 missing
Rescue and relief efforts in Nepal and Tibet have been hampered this Sunday by heavy rain and rising river levels. The latest figures following Wednesday’s flash floods put the death toll at 750…
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Manhunt after shooting at Swiss rave kills woman, 22, and injures five
Five others in their twenties were injured after shots were fired in Aarau, near Zurich overnight.
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Man killed, another seriously hurt in nearby shootings minutes apart in Jaffa
Muhammad Katwan, 30, from Jaljulia, identified as victim of fatal shooting; other victim taken to nearby Wolfson hospital
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Gunman kills one at Swiss rave party
A large-scale police operation is underway in Switzerland after a shooting at a rave in the town of Aarau, 46 kilometres west of Zurich, left one person dead and five others injured. Swiss daily Blick…
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1 killed, 5 injured in Swiss shooting at rave, police say
A manhunt was underway early on Sunday, police in Switerland said.
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