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'Agility vs depth': How the Mecca pact stacks up against the UAE-Israel alliance
This summer, a senior UAE diplomat, Lanna Nusseibeh, held consultations with a US ally in Europe. The meeting was unremarkable but informative because of the impression the European country's…
Places mentioned: Saudi Arabia and 3 other places
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If Apple sends you a push notification alerting you to a spyware attack, take it seriously
Apple now sends out push notifications to iPhone lock screens when the company identifies government spyware targeting someone's devices.
Places mentioned: Poland
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Australia news live: Albanese says he argued for tariff exemption in ‘productive and substantial’ call with Trump
Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Albanese says Trump call ‘productive’ and ‘substantial’, Aukus still ‘full steam ahead’ Anthony Albanese is…
Places mentioned: Australia and 2 other places
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AI is driving up consumer prices. That won't stop anytime soon.
Surging AI investment is pushing up the cost of smartphones and other gadgets, according to analysts. Here's why.
Places mentioned: New York
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IDF kills Hamas commander who invaded Israel on October 7 in targeted Gaza strike
Abu Kamil was among the terrorists who invaded Israeli territory on October 7, 2023, and he continued to work toward the goal of harming Israeli soldiers and civilians over the past three years.
Places mentioned: Israel
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Jury selected for Tupac Shakur murder trial, opening statements expected Monday
A jury of six men and 10 women was selected to hear the case against an ex-gang leader accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur's killing nearly 30 years ago.
Places mentioned: California and 1 other place
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The fight over Flock and other ALPRs
There are over 120,000 of Flock’s automatic license plate reader (ALPR) cameras installed all over the US. Flock’s cameras, and others like them, use AI to identify and track vehicles based on their…
Places mentioned: Los Angeles
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Kennedy Center board votes to close for renovations and add Trump's name: Rep. Beatty
The Kennedy Center board voted on Thursday to close for two years for renovations and to again add President Trump’s name to the facade, Rep. Joyce Beatty said.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says
A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.
Places mentioned: Greece and 1 other place
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Trump cancels Biden-era bid to speed power line construction
The Trump administration is canceling a Biden-era effort to speed up power line construction in parts of Pennsylvania, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Nebraska and the Dakotas. The Energy Department…
Places mentioned: New Mexico and 6 other places
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Raul Castro makes rare public appearance at Fidel centenary event
Cuba's Raul Castro made a rare public appearance on Thursday at a celebration marking the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth. The 95-year-old former president received a standing ovation at the…
Places mentioned: Washington
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Hunt surges to 200m glory to win second European gold
Britain's Amy Hunt charges to 200m glory to secure her second gold medal of the European Championships as Dina Asher-Smith claims bronze.
Places mentioned: Ireland
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Indicted Raúl Castro reappears after months out of public view
Brother of Fidel Castro, facing indictment in United States, last appeared in public at a May 1 event in front of the US Embassy in Havana, where he appeared frail, and was shown on state television…
Places mentioned: Washington
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Two seriously hurt as passenger train derails in East Sussex
"It was pandemonium... I could feel the carriage rocking," says one passenger who was on the train with his six-year-old daughter.
Places mentioned: London
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Massachusetts teen accused of killing mother and brother used ChatGPT
District attorney says Arjun Aravind, 17, used internet and AI to search for fantasy stories regarding killing of his family A Massachusetts teenager accused of killing his mother and younger brother…
Places mentioned: Massachusetts
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New aircraft carrier going to Middle East amid questions over conditions on USS Abraham Lincoln
The U.S. is sending a new aircraft carrier to the Middle East amid reports of poor conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been long deployed to the theater in support of the war against…
Places mentioned: Washington
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Republican Senate candidate: Voters say 'it's embarrassing' to be from Minnesota
Republican Senate candidate Michele Tafoya, a former sportscaster, said Wednesday that voters told her it was “embarrassing” to be from Minnesota, amid progressive candidates’ wins across the state…
Places mentioned: Tennessee and 1 other place
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Mamdani's NYC pied-à-terre tax can continue rollout during court appeal
The tax championed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani has drawn the ire of President Donald Trump, who said it must be stopped and vowed to explore federal options.
Places mentioned: New York
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NZSIS singles out China for spying in New Zealand 'at scale'
Top spy agency says China may be the 'most active' of several states observed conducting espionage against New Zealand.
Places mentioned: New Zealand and 1 other place
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What the Mecca military pact means for China
When Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif signed the Mecca defence agreement, they executed a structural overhaul…
Places mentioned: Beijing
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Mexico’s military rescue brigade never entered Colombia, having been barred: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
The collision of politics with humanitarian assistance has created an uncomfortable sitiuation in which official help from Mexico has been rejected by Colombia, while unofficial Mexican volunteer…
Places mentioned: Colombia and 1 other place
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Apple's Tim Cook joined by Howard Lutnick in opening Houston manufacturing plant
As Tim Cook gets set to step down as Apple CEO, he's offering a glimpse into what he may be doing as chairman.
Places mentioned: Houston
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Female Afghans Erased From Public Life in Five Years of Taliban Rule
Decrees restricting women’s rights to study, work, travel and act independently now threaten to damage Afghanistan permanently, experts say.
Places mentioned: Afghanistan
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UConn women's coach Geno Auriemma says WNBA should shift focus away from transgender debate
Geno Auriemma said the WNBA should steer attention away from the transgender athlete debate and focus more on basketball.
Places mentioned: San Francisco
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Romania shuts nuclear plant, Hungary dams dry Danube River
Romania has shut down its only nuclear plant in a rare move prompted by the lack of cooling water from the Danube River. Hungary, meanwhile, is racing to dam the Danube, trying to keep its Paks plant…
Places mentioned: Budapest
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Flock revises privacy policies following backlash
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Flock updates privacy policies amid backlash Flock Safety will implement new privacy and data retention policies as pressure grows on the automated license…
Places mentioned: Houston
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UAE says Iran attacked two ADNOC vessels in Strait of Hormuz; no injuries
Aug 13 - Abu Dhabi National Oil Company said two of its vessels were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, with no injuries reported, as the United Arab Emirates accused…
Places mentioned: United Arab Emirates and 1 other place
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Tate supporters rally for brothers ahead of bail hearing in Miami
Supporters of Andrew and Tristan Tate gathered outside a Miami detention centre ahead of their bail hearing.
Places mentioned: Miami
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UAE's Adnoc says two vessels attacked in Strait of Hormuz, no injuries
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company Adnoc said two of its vessels were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, the United Arab Emirates' state news agency WAM reported. Adnoc…
Places mentioned: United Arab Emirates
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Driver behind fatal 2025 Leduc County drunk driving crash pleads guilty
The driver behind the wheel of a SUV that crashed head-on into a car carrying a Alberta woman and her son plead guilty to impaired driving causing their deaths Thursday.
Places mentioned: Vancouver
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'Agility vs depth': How the Mecca pact stacks up against the UAE-Israel alliance
Israel and the UAE have transactional ties based on military and intelligence sharing, but the Mecca pact has political depth Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, left, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed…
Places mentioned: Washington
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WATCH: Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook announces retirement
Justin Tinsley, ESPN’s Andscape senior culture writer, breaks down why Russell Westbrook is retiring and what legacy he is leaving on the league.
Places mentioned: Los Angeles
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This week on "Sunday Morning" (Aug. 16)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Places mentioned: New York
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Canada’s dairy companies boost production amid ‘national cottage cheese shortage’
Gay Lea Foods makes Nordica cottage cheese, and the company says they are now expanding their Toronto production facilities, so they can make more.
Places mentioned: Toronto
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Mexico says Colombia rejected its earthquake rescue team
Colombia denies politics played a role after Mexico said its military rescuers were refused entry.
Places mentioned: Los Angeles
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‘Just like before Oct. 7’: Gaza border surveillance troops say they’re seeing terror activity
Kushner and Mladenov to visit Israel next week to lean on Netanyahu to restore halt on strikes, adhere to humanitarian commitments, in bid to advance Hamas disarmament, source says
Places mentioned: Israel
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'Voter suppression by stealth' - NZ govt accused of locking out Pasifika vote
The NZ government has been accused of trying to squeeze out the Pacific vote, after changing enrolment rules.
Places mentioned: New Zealand
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DOJ alleges California prisons failed to protect female prisoners from sexual abuse by staff
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday blasted California for allegedly failing to protect female prisoners from sexual abuse and harassment. The DOJ leveled its accusations at the California…
Places mentioned: California
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The Constitution at a standstill: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, NBC News reporters dig into the impact of the Iran war on the economy at home and also on U.S. forces deployed in the region.
Places mentioned: Washington and 1 other place
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Kennedy Center board votes to put Trump name on facade despite court order
President Donald Trump's name was removed from the Washington, D.C., performing arts center in June as the result of a lawsuit by an Ohio congresswoman.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name to venue, close for two years
Trustees condemn Kennedy Center’s move to re-add Trump’s name and shut down for extensive renovations.
Places mentioned: Ohio
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June tourist numbers fall short of World Cup expectations
Mexico banked on the World Cup to fuel a tourism surge in June — instead, visitor growth barely moved. The bright spot? Foreign travelers spent more than ever.
Places mentioned: Mexico
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Africa: Jumia Raises $50m From IFC, Axian in Profitability Push
[Daba Finance] Jumia has priced a $50 million equity raise led by the International Finance Corporation as the e-commerce company adds cash while working toward break-even. IFC will invest $25…
Places mentioned: Algeria
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Editor's Notes: Why won't Israel give its 100,000 olim a real political voice? -comment
Anglo olim built Israel, defended it, and explained it to the world. However, they have no political power in the Knesset, which is a real failure.
Places mentioned: Israel
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Netflix is closing two game studios
A screenshot of Oxenfree II: Lost Signals from Night School Studio. | Image: Night School / Netflix Netflix plans to shut down two of its gaming studios, as reported by Game File and Variety, as it…
Places mentioned: Helsinki
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Huge explosion rocks Italian munitions factory south of Rome
A powerful explosion tore through a munitions faction south of the Italian capital Rome on Thursday.
Places mentioned: Rome
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The costly mistakes experts say investors are making
People are short-changing themselves by succumbing to social media hype and FOMO, experts warn
Places mentioned: New Zealand and 2 other places
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I lived through the first Taliban girls’ school ban — watching it happen again is heartbreaking
In August 2021, the Taliban recaptured Kabul and, within weeks, barred girls from attending school beyond Grade 6. The ban has not lifted. Afghanistan remains the only country in the world that…
Places mentioned: Ottawa
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Photos: Cuba marks Fidel Castro’s 100th birthday
Fidel Castro would have turned 100 on Thursday and his legacy continues to overshadow the island.
Places mentioned: Florida
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Democrats demand answers about conditions aboard USS Lincoln
The aircraft carrier has been at sea for more than eight months.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Apple to pay $150,000 to settle lawsuit after firing Shabbat observant employee
Apple Store worker claims his manager refused to give him Fridays and Saturdays off, told him not to bring up politics after Oct. 7 and fired him after he complained about antisemitism
Places mentioned: Israel
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Vote counting underway in Zambia after presidential election
Vote counting is underway after Zambians cast ballots Thursday in a presidential election testing incumbent Hakainde Hichilema’s economic record against widespread frustration over the cost of living…
Places mentioned: China
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Veteran volunteer digs for survivors after Colombia quake
Pineda was also a volunteer rescuer after the 1999 earthquake in the nearby city of Armenia, in which more than 1,000 people were killed.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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Buyer sought for unfinished Seascape tower on Auckland waterfront
The enormous $300 million Seascape tower has been unfinished since construction stalled in 2024 but Bayleys real estate agency says it's on track to choose a preferred buyer within the next month.
Places mentioned: China
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21 products you actually need when your kid starts school for the first time — from a mom of 3
A mom of three researched, shopped and tested back-to-school gear for her kid who’s going to Pre-K for the first time. Here, she shares the best products for parents who want quality, including…
Places mentioned: United States
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Judge grants EEOC request to dismiss enforcement action against Nike in DEI policies investigation
A federal judge in Missouri agreed on Thursday to dismiss a subpoena enforcement action against Nike after a federal anti-workplace discrimination agency said the company has complied with its…
Places mentioned: Missouri
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BBC Verify speaks to woman who filmed ICE agent pointing gun at her
BBC Verify has examined footage shared by a Virginia woman in which an ICE agent points his gun at her.
Places mentioned: Virginia
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US could not verify Israeli warnings of Iran plots against Trump, sources say
The US has received several warnings from Israel over the past year that Iran intended to assassinate President Donald Trump, including before a secret Air Force One ruse in Turkey, that US…
Places mentioned: Israel and 2 other places
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What Venezuela's renewed ties with Israel could mean for Iran - analysis
Venezuela's decision to renew consular relations with Israel comes after two decades in which Caracas became Iran's principal strategic partner in Latin America.
Places mentioned: Israel and 1 other place
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French Jewish tourist wearing kippah attacked twice in two days in Rome
In the first incident, which occurred at around 8:00 p.m. in Piazza Cairoli, the tourist was approached and sprayed directly in the face with pepper spray.
Places mentioned: Rome
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Disabled IDF veteran says he was forced to leave McDonald's with service dog
In the interview, Levy explained that he does not often go out, especially to crowded places, because of his post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Places mentioned: Tel Aviv
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Poland says it arrested Russian hired to kill 'inconvenient' Ukrainian-American citizen
The Russian was detained on August 7 and had been recruited to kill a man who was "inconvenient to the Putin regime," Polish Prime Minister Tusk told journalists.
Places mentioned: Moscow
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Is Netanyahu the Palestinians’ new BFF? - opinion
The Saudis insisted they would not normalize relations until Israel and the Palestinians had made credible progress on negotiations toward statehood, something Netanyahu rejected.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Settler leaders condemn Kusra violence, warn of ‘irreversible damage’ to Israel
Yesha Council chairman Yisrael Ganz and Beit El council head Shai Alon condemn extremists, with Alon warning that the violence is causing “irreversible damage” to Israel and the settlement movement.
Places mentioned: Israel
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X open sources its ranking algorithm, letting users see if they’ve been ‘shadowbanned’
X is expanding the open source code behind its 'For You' feed and launching new transparency tools that show users when its ranking systems have affected their accounts or posts.
Places mentioned: California
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Hegseth says US can keep naval blockade on Iranian ports ‘indefinitely’
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says that the US military can maintain a blockade on Iranian ports for as long as needed. “Indefinitely, the United States Navy can maintain a blockade like that…
Places mentioned: United States
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5 things to know about David Crowley
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley's surprising win in this week's Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary, where recent polling had shown him trailing progressive Francesca Hong by…
Places mentioned: Wisconsin
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Tourists flee as Greek wildfire descends on resort village
Aug 13 - Tourists and residents fled villages in the Halkidiki region of northern Greece by land and sea on Thursday as a wildfire fanned by strong winds engulfed houses and trees near resorts during…
Places mentioned: Greece
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To tackle extreme heat, Andy Burnham needs to urgently take these three radical steps
The UK has entered its fifth successive heatwave. More than 70% England and all of Wales are now under drought conditions. That means 45 million people are now living in a drought area in England…
Places mentioned: London
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UK records hottest day of the year as fifth summer heatwave reaches peak
Kew Gardens in London hits 38.1C and 40C-plus expected in parts of Europe with continent trapped under heat dome Europe heatwave – latest updates The UK has recorded its hottest day of the year so far…
Places mentioned: London
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India’s critical mineral push: Govt plans processing parks in 4 states
India is set to establish four specialized parks dedicated to critical mineral processing, targeting lithium and nickel first. The initiative, spearheaded by state governments with central technical…
Places mentioned: India
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Israel's Ukraine envoy: Oct. 7 transformed Jerusalem-Kyiv ties after years of tension - interview
Israel's outgoing envoy to Kyiv believes his tenure should ultimately be judged by what the embassy accomplished amid extraordinary tension during Putin's war on Ukraine.
Places mentioned: Israel and 1 other place
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Acton teen held without bail in murders of mother, brother linked to ChatGPT
An Acton, Massachusetts teenager charged with killing his mother and brother in a case linked to ChatGPT is being held without bail.
Places mentioned: Massachusetts
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Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
Places mentioned: New Zealand and 8 other places
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U.S. military has lost roughly 25% of its Reaper drones as Iran war depletes arsenal
The aircraft, which cost up to $50 million each, have seen heavy use around the Strait of Hormuz — but they are relatively easy targets for Iran and its proxies.
Places mentioned: Iran
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USS Abraham Lincoln: Senate Democrats press Hegseth for answers on reports of attempted suicides
Senate Democrats are pressing Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and the Trump administration for more information about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed since…
Places mentioned: Arizona and 1 other place
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Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy trial resumes with State Police investigators testimony
Lindsay Clancy's trial for the murders of her three children in Massachusetts resumed Thursday with testimony from State Police investigators.
Places mentioned: Washington and 1 other place
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Russia Cracks Down On Photos Of Graves That Reveal The Cost Of War
Russian authorities are bringing treason charges against people for taking photos of war graves, a key indicator of the extent of the country's war dead. An activist has told Current Time that the…
Places mentioned: Washington and 3 other places
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Maine Democrat Jackson acknowledges 1988 assault, denies pushing longtime partner
Maine Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson on Thursday acknowledged punching a man in 1988 when he was 19 years old but disputed pushing his longtime partner after the Bangor Daily News obtained and…
Places mentioned: Washington
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L&T Bags Rs 10,000-Crore Order To Build India's Largest AI Factory In Chennai
L&T has not revealed the exact value of the order. However, under its order classification, a 'mega order' ranges between Rs 10,000 and 15,000 crore.
Places mentioned: India
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One dead, several injured in Rotterdam port blast at Gunvor refinery
The Netherlands is investigating an explosion at the port of Rotterdam that killed one person and injured several others on Thursday, 13 August. The blast happened at about 11:30 a.m. at an oil…
Places mentioned: Netherlands
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Doku commits to Manchester City until 2031 in five-year deal
Jérémy Doku has signed a new five-year contract with Manchester City, keeping the Belgium winger at the Etihad until 2031. The 24-year-old has become a key part of the squad since joining from Rennes…
Places mentioned: Bangkok
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Person fined after using foghorn to wake sleeping polar bear
Under local regulations in the region, "it is forbidden to needlessly disturb, attract or pursue a polar bear".
Places mentioned: Norway
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2 soldiers dead after military helicopter crashes in Texas, officials say
'Bell County Sheriff's Office responded and noted not only a helicopter crash but then also a wildfire that was out of control,' authorities said.
Places mentioned: Chicago
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In This State, an Intense Fight in the G.O.P. for Control of the Right
Wyoming, one of the most conservative states, has a legislature divided between a hard-right House and a merely right Senate. Ultraconservatives want a complete takeover in the Aug. 18 primaries.
Places mentioned: Wyoming
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Large explosion rips through Italian munitions factory
ROME, Aug 13 - A powerful explosion ripped through a munitions factory near the town of Colleferro, southeast of Rome, on Thursday, local media reported, with the blast heard for kilometres around.
Places mentioned: Rome
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I looked inside an AI generated movie, and the best parts were all human
Imagine a trio of bumbling, English lads who fantasize about becoming megastars while knocking back a few pints in a grimy pub somewhere in London. Picture the guys chortling and trying to one-up each…
Places mentioned: London
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Consumers want to watch movies at home. No lawsuit will change that
An associate professor of business law argues that the decline of theatrical exhibition is driven by poor industry practices and consumer preference for streaming rather than the potential Paramount…
Places mentioned: Georgia
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US flags dozens of trade partners as risks for aiding tariff evasion
The trading partners flagged include India, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam and Singapore.
Places mentioned: Singapore
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Trump-linked oil venture delays Greenland drilling plans after government warning
Greenland Energy Co. and joint venture partner 80 Mile have delayed planned oil drilling in Greenland until winter 2027.
Places mentioned: London
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Oklahoma man put to death in first of three US executions scheduled on same day
If all executions go ahead, it will be first time in over 15 years there have been over three judicial killings in US in one day Carlos Cuesta-Rodriguez has been put to death by the state of Oklahoma…
Places mentioned: Alabama and 2 other places
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Will all-out war in Yemen reignite as the Houthis escalate attacks?
Analysts say Saudi Arabia is strengthening its position with regional allies as the Houthis increase their attacks.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Hong Kong public rental housing wait edges up to 4.8 years, urban allocations rise
The composite waiting time for general applicants for long- and short-term subsidised public rental housing in Hong Kong has edged up slightly to 4.8 years at the end of June, authorities have said…
Places mentioned: Hong Kong
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Poll shows Democrat Cooper with 11-point lead over GOP Senate rival
Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) is leading former Republican National Committee (RNC) Chair Michael Whatley by double digits in a Senate race in the state, according to a new poll. In the…
Places mentioned: North Carolina
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Ski Sunday host Chemmy Alcott suffers collapsed lung after jumping into lake
The former GB Olympian posted images of her in hospital while on holiday in France.
Places mentioned: France
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In a Chinese Leader’s Death, Mourning for a More Hopeful Time
Tributes for former Premier Zhu Rongji reflect nostalgia for an era when China was opening to the world and the future seemed more prosperous and hopeful.
Places mentioned: China
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Monterey Car Week auctions could hit a record $500 million, with help from younger buyers
A new generation of millennials and Gen Zers is taking over the collecting market from baby boomers and bidding up modern supercars at Monterey Car Week.
Places mentioned: California
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Israeli military moves as settlers besiege 3 West Bank homes
Israel's military has moved to try to stop a group of settlers from besieging three homes in the occupied West Bank. One was owned by a Palestinian American, prompting an unusually sharp rebuke from…
Places mentioned: Ohio
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By sky and sea, Ukraine's drone strikes challenge Russia's grip on Crimea
Russia maintained an iron grip on Crimea since seizing it from Ukraine in 2014. Many Russian civilians go there to enjoy the beaches. But now Ukraine is hitting Crimea hard, upending daily life.
Places mentioned: Ukraine and 1 other place
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Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight — August 13, 2026
Rio de Janeiro · Nightlife If You Only Go to One Place Rio Scenarium Thursday is when Lapa comes alive, and the grandest room is Rio Scenarium — a three-floor 19th-century mansion packed with…
Places mentioned: Rio De Janeiro