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  1. BP profits highest in four years as Iran war pushes up oil price

    Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.

  2. Solomon port plans mark US reset of ‘anaemic’ Pacific ties

    A US vow to fund a port in the Solomon Islands could offer clues to Washington’s intentions in a region that has reeled from American aid cuts, yet remains part of the tug of war between superpowers…

  3. Chinese chip-tool maker AMEC says first-half profit to nearly quadruple amid soaring demand

    Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment China (AMEC), the country’s top chip-tool maker, says its preliminary profit will nearly quadruple in the first half of the year as robust demand for home-grown…

  4. UK plastic ‘waste colonialism’ found to be polluting Turkey’s farming heartland

    A Guardian investigation finds irrigation canals polluted with microplastics in Turkey, a major destination for UK waste • ‘Nobody cares’: Turkish farmers bear the burden of UK’s plastic waste problem…

  5. 'Not about politics': Spain's World Cup winner Torres says of Trump-style cap

    Spanish striker Ferran Torres has said that his MAGA-inspired 'Make Spain Great Again' cap, which he wore during Spain's recent World Cup celebrations, was not a political move and "just to have fun".

  6. Paxton trails Talarico by 2 points in new Texas Senate poll 

    Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee for Senate in the Lone Star State, is trailing Democrat James Talarico by two points in new polling of the closely watched race. A survey from…

  7. Five states hold polls on Tuesday. Here's what to know.

    Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Virginia and Washington hold primaries Tuesday, with races that could ultimately decide control of Congress next year. Redistricting efforts will also influence the races.

  8. A veteran was detained by the National Guard in her front yard. Now she's suing

    Military veteran and D.C. resident Anna King has filed a $3 million lawsuit against the Idaho National Guard, saying three guard members assaulted her while detaining her in front of her home.

  9. Trump keeps making threats. Washington and the world have stopped flinching.

    The president’s bombast has ceased to rattle world leaders, who have seen him fenced in by courts, rebuffed by Congress and strung along by Iran.

  10. Prison population at lowest point this year

    With solicitor services absent, number just ‘weeks away’ from reaching 6,000, say sources

  11. Why Texas is betting 'Y'all Street' can take on Wall Street

    Dallas's financial industry is growing, amid a larger Texas business boom. But can it really steal New York's crown?

  12. Primaries in the Midwest have become a high stakes proving ground for progressives

    Democratic primary elections in Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota have made the Midwest a test case for whether progressive candidates can win in competitive states and what electability really means.

  13. GOP senators clear Todd Blanche’s AG path after ‘anti-weaponization’ fund scrapped

    Blanche’s nomination had been held up over concerns from GOP Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, but the parties reached a deal to end the standoff.

  14. Where extreme weather is expected in Germany this week

    Large parts of Germany were still in the grips of a heatwave on Tuesday, with high temperatures of up to 38C as well as severe storms scattered in the northeast and later in the southwest.

  15. Families await word of loved ones after deadly Morocco-Spain crossing

    Families in Morocco are desperately searching for missing relatives days after a deadly mass crossing into Spain's enclave of Ceuta, while thousands of migrants who remain in the territory queue for…

  16. Massive Attack’s Singapore ban tests legal limits of artistic freedom

    The banning of British band Massive Attack from Singapore for pro-Palestine acts during their concert has split opinion in the city state, with some lamenting what they see as laws that are too strict…

  17. Trump accuses oil companies of ‘making too much money’ from his war on Iran

    US president hits out at ExxonMobil and Chevron, saying they should ‘give some of that back to the public’ Business live – latest updates Donald Trump has criticised oil companies for “making too much…

  18. IDF destroys Iran-backed Hezbollah tunnel systems, says more remain in southern Lebanon

    The tunnel network was intended not just for surveillance, but also to facilitate attacks on Israeli troops and communities near the Lebanon border.

  19. Russian civilians killed in Crimea as Ukraine war takes its toll on Black Sea shores

    Four people, including three civilians, were killed by an unidentified Russian soldier in the Black Sea city of Sevastopol in Russian-annexed Crimea, officials said Tuesday. The deadly shooting comes…

  20. Amid Gen Z Employment Concerns, Centre Says 17 Crore Jobs Created In 10 Years

    Citing Reserve Bank of India data, Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said more than 17 crore employment opportunities were generated in the country between 2014 and 2024.

  21. Serving generals deserve better than Katz’s political theater - editorial

    By publicly discussing the replacement of a serving general on partisan television, Israel Katz crossed a line that should concern every Israeli.

  22. AIPAC draws attention in Michigan Senate primary, but voters say it is not top issue

    AIPAC’s super PAC has spent over $30 million to support Stevens’ campaign, toppling its previous records in a bid to prevent one of its most vocal Democratic critics from reaching the Senate.

  23. Stock futures rise slightly after rip-roaring rally leads Dow to record closing high: Live updates

    The major stock averages surged Monday, with the Dow closing at a record high, as Amazon eclipsed $3 trillion in market cap for the first time.

  24. Morocco says Spain should have foreseen impact of court ruling following Ceuta migrant rush

    Ceuta Regional President Juan Jesus Vivas accused Morocco of having "encouraged and permitted" the influx of migrants to the Spanish enclave.

  25. India's Gen Z Is The World's Largest, Yet Its Electorate Isn't The Youngest

    By the 2029 Lok Sabha election, Generation Z is projected to become the country's largest adult generation.

  26. Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Hormuz

    DUBAI/WASHINGTON, Aug 4 - Conflicting signals from the United States and Iran over the status of talks to end their five-month-old war boosted uncertainty on Tuesday, with the latest attack on…

  27. Trump, Graham Dominate Senate Race: 5 Takeaways from South Carolina Debate.

    The legacy of Lindsey Graham loomed over the field to replace him in a debate Monday. All eyes were on his sister, Darline, who was endorsed by President Trump.

  28. Watch: Air NZ plane forced to abort landing in wild Christchurch weather

    Flight 5349 from Wellington attempted to land shortly after midday, but was forced to circle back for a second attempt 15 minutes later.

  29. Jews targeted in 70% of all NYC hate crimes last month, NYPD data shows

    Incidents targeting Jewish New Yorkers and other groups up since Mamdani took office on January 1, with 205 anti-Jewish crimes confirmed so far this year

  30. Pochettino agrees to coach men’s US Soccer through 2030 World Cup

    Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to extend his tenure as coach of the United States men’s soccer team.

  31. Top stocks to buy : Stock market recommendations for today - check list

    Stock market recommendations: Honasa Consumer, Gland Pharma, Bata India, and Siemens - these are the top stocks to buy picked by Somil Mehta, Head of Retail Research, Mirae Asset ShareKhan for August…

  32. Voters prefer Democrats over Republicans on economy for first time in a decade - poll

    The Republican edge on the economy has steadily deteriorated as US household finances suffered from soaring gasoline prices following the US-Israeli attacks on Iran in February.

  33. 5 Toronto police officers face punishment for controversial comments after Oct. 7

    Remarks on Muslim outreach podcast said to refer to 'unbelievable' number of people who converted to Islam after Hamas-led invasion; police call comments 'biased or inappropriate'

  34. Cuba: Further blackouts disrupt energy restoration attempts

    Authorities say unfavorable weather in the Caribbean has hampered efforts to restore power to Cuba's national grid amid repeated blackouts. Many Cubans now have power only for a few hours a day.

  35. Zelensky Sacks US Envoy Amid Push For More Patriot Missiles

    Zelensky sacked Ukraine's US ambassador Olga Stefanishyna, as Kyiv lobbies Washington hard for more Patriot air defence missiles amid Russian strikes

  36. Alan Jones trial live updates: former radio broadcaster in Sydney court for day two of indecent assault case – latest news

    Former 2UE and 2GB radio broadcaster is facing 22 charges. Jones, 85, has pleaded not guilty Warning: This live blog may contain graphic content when discussing evidence in the trial Jones allegedly…

  37. With its new leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, does Iran want – or need – a nuclear weapon?

    As the US war against Iran drags on with no end in sight, an important question has faded into the background. Does Iran want a nuclear weapon, and if so, can it still build one? With the Strait of…

  38. Russia says Ukrainian drone attack kills 7 at Black Sea resort beach

    Russia said on Monday that seven people, including three children, had been killed and 40 injured at its Black Sea holiday resort of Gelendzhik in what it said was a deliberate Ukrainian drone attack…

  39. Salvadoran man dies in ICE custody at New Jersey detention centre

    Second Delaney Hall detainee death in eight months prompts calls to close facility, demands for answers.

  40. FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 after years of delays

    US regulators approved Boeing's smallest 737 MAX jet more than eight years after its maiden flight, clearing the way for deliveries after a certification process prolonged by safety reforms following…

  41. Why New Zealand won't be getting an earthquake warning system any time soon

    Countries like Japan, which suffered a large quake last week, use technology that can alert the public before damaging tremors happen.

  42. Media and political complacency is letting Pauline Hanson re-write the rules on accountability

    “Disappointing” was the best Guardian Australia could muster when Pauline Hanson’s One Nation banned it from a press conference, this time called to announce the party’s candidates for the forthcoming…

  43. Man detained at New Jersey immigration facility dies after 'medical emergency': ICE

    Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, 41, had been detained at the Delaney Hall Detention Facility in Newark, according to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

  44. Willie Walker named new Fijiana XV head coach

    The three-time Super Rugby Aupiki-winning coach has been appointed to lead the Fijian national women's team.

  45. Can a tech titan ace a test to fix India’s crisis-hit education system?

    India’s tech titan Nandan Nilekani faces an uphill battle overhauling the country’s education system amid exam scandals, student protests and rising youth unemployment. Nilekani, co-founder of…

  46. India to raise up to $3.3 billion by selling stake in country’s largest life insurer at 10% discount

    Indian government plans to raise up to $3.3 billion by selling its stake in the country's top life insurance company.

  47. Iran attacks US base in Kuwait, vessel hit by projectile near Strait of Hormuz

    The United Kingdom Maritime and Trade Operations (UKMTO) center said in a post on X/Twitter that a cargo vessel had been hit by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman.

  48. US stocks near record high, oil falls as Trump claims Iran talks under way

    Benchmark S&P500 approaches all-time peak as Washington, Tehran offer conflicting accounts of status of talks.

  49. Sportsbet and Tabcorp deny allegations they sourced drugs and sex workers to encourage VIP clients to bet more

    Betting firms respond to claims made by anti-gambling campaigners Tim Costello and Luke Bateman at parliamentary inquiry Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news…

  50. US states sue to block Trump tariffs impacting dozens of countries

    The duties were imposed over claims that 60 US trading partners have failed to tackle forced labour.

  51. Jack Smith invited to testify before Senate Judiciary Committee next month

    Former special counsel Jack Smith has been invited to testify in late September in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) said Monday. “Im inviting Jack Smith 2 testify…

  52. 'Be Creative, Unconventional': US Military Asks Troops To Find New Ways To Punish Iran

    A source noted that CENTCOM is looking at everything, acknowledging it needs to reevaluate the strategy.

  53. An emerging deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would come at a cost for Trump

    It would give Iran strategic leverage it did not have before the war.

  54. ‘Twin souls’: Man dies by suicide at grave of close friend murdered at Nova on Oct. 7

    Bar Bechor Asraf, 30, was close childhood friends with Liron Barda, who was killed at music festival massacre where she had stayed to tend to the wounded

  55. Watch: Wild police chase in Queensland, Australia ends in two arrests

    A police pursuit in Queensland has ended in two arrests, with authorities taken on a high-speed car chase across Ipswich and Brisbane.

  56. From borrowing spikes to India call-up: Auqib Nabi replaces Bumrah in Test squad

    Jammu and Kashmir bowler Auqib Nabi received his first India Test call-up. He replaces the injured Jasprit Bumrah for the Sri Lanka series. Nabi has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket for…

  57. Likud lawmakers, ministers forbidden from running in regional primary slots, Likud court rules

    The ruling blocked a move promoted by Netanyahu and the chairman of the party’s Constitution Committee, Minister Haim Katz, which had been approved by just a five votes majority.

  58. 8/3: The Takeout with Major Garrett

    Trump says he's giving Iran a "last chance" at diplomacy; Blanche one step closer to confirmation as attorney general.

  59. Weather LIVE Updates: Weather Office Issues Heavy Rain Alert Across Several States

    Weather Today, Delhi-NCR Rain, Monsoon Live Updates: IMD issues red and orange warnings for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and gusty winds in multiple districts.

  60. Did Iran hack water systems in seven US states?

    While US President Donald Trump has said Iran is not to blame, cyber experts tell the BBC it likely the attack was at the hands of the Iran.

  61. Cuba's power grid collapses again during restoration efforts after nationwide blackout

    HAVANA, Aug 3 - Cuba's national electrical grid collapsed again on Monday as authorities struggled to restore power following a nationwide blackout late Sunday, state-run media reported, marking a…

  62. These bizarre new beetles look so stretchy scientists named them Luffy

    Scientists have named a newly discovered beetle genus Luffy, inspired by the stretchy hero of the manga and anime One Piece. The insects have unusually long, slender mandibles, antennae, and…

  63. Vishwesh Negi Appointed As India's Ambassador To Iran

    Ministry of External Affairs appoints Vishwesh Negi as India's next ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran.

  64. Antarctic cold snap sweeps New Zealand's South Island, shuts roads and schools

  65. Ibrahim Traore: Why Burkina Faso’s popular leader faces a reality test

    Traore’s sovereignty message has won support across Africa, but his record at home faces scrutiny.

  66. OpenAI models hacked Hugging Face; CEO warns America on Chinese AI

    China's open-weight AI models are rapidly advancing, potentially surpassing American developers soon. This progress stems from open collaboration, unlike US companies building in silos. A recent AI…

  67. Immigrant being held at Delaney Hall dies, marking 22nd death in ICE custody

    Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, 41, was arrested in New Jersey in June, and died after a ‘medical emergency’, agency said An immigrant being held at a New Jersey ICE detention center died on 1 August, the…

  68. The 1930s and ‘40s were the golden age of the ‘remarriage comedy’. The Drama and The Invite are their dark progeny

    A24 To watch Kristoffer Borgli’s The Drama and Olivia Wilde’s The Invite, two films that hit cinema screens this year, is to be reminded of how obsessed contemporary culture is with therapy. I suspect…

  69. Oil rebounds from three-week low as Hormuz tensions keep supply fears alive

    Oil prices saw a modest recovery on Tuesday after a significant decline. Benchmark Brent crude climbed to $84.26 and WTI crude reached $80.75. This rebound followed a sharp slide after US President…

  70. KMT accuses Taiwan’s government of failing to uphold South China Sea claims

    Opposition parties in Taiwan have accused the government of failing to defend the island’s long-standing claims in the South China Sea, following its muted response to Philippine attempts to delimit a…

  71. Multiple threats endanger the world’s rarest great ape, a new study on the Tapanuli orangutan reveals

    Deep in the forests of North Sumatra, Indonesia, lives the Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis), the world’s rarest great ape. Fewer than 800 individuals remain, confined to the Batang Toru…

  72. Latest on In-N-Out Idaho shooting that killed 3 as police search for motive

    Three people were killed by a 24-year-old gunman at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho, on Saturday. Lilia Luciano breaks down what we know.

  73. Board of Peace says no Israeli withdrawal from Gaza before Hamas disarms

    Netanyahu and board director Maldenov meet amid tensions over Gaza disarmament roadmap and recent Israeli attacks.

  74. ICE says Salvadoran man dead following 'medical emergency' at Newark detention center

    A detainee who had been held at a Newark, N.J., Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility has died, according to multiple officials. In a statement obtained by The Hill’s sister network…

  75. Jews targeted in 70% of all NYC hate crimes in July, police say

    Cargo vessel reports being hit by projectile near Oman — UK maritime org * Man dies by suicide at grave of close friend murdered at Oct. 7 Nova massacre

  76. ‘What drugs do you want’? Senate inquiry allegations reveal the murky dangers of betting inducements

    A former NRL player yesterday alleged shocking inducements from betting companies to keep gambling, including receiving cocaine as well as free alcohol and food at race meetings. Luke Bateman’s…

  77. Regional fisheries agency says US-Pacific Tuna Treaty vital, as it delivers US$50 million boost

    The South Pacific Tuna Treaty, also known as the US Tuna Treaty, remains an important partnership for the region, the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency says.

  78. Rep. Haley Stevens on Israel, the Democratic Party and PAC money

    Democratic Senate candidate Rep. Haley Stevens speaks with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe about the Democratic Party, PAC donations and Israel as her primary race with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed comes down to the wire.

  79. 'Forever grateful': Dilip bids emotional farewell after 5 years with Team India

    T Dilip concluded his five-year tenure as India's fielding coach with a heartfelt farewell message. He significantly transformed the team's fielding culture during his impactful service. The…

  80. 'Being hounded despite apology’: Noida teen in PM abuse FIR forced to change homes

    A Noida teenager and her mother have moved homes three times after an FIR was filed. The FIR, based on a video, names the 15-year-old for alleged profanities. She has since apologized and is receiving…

  81. Iran Foreign Ministry denies talks with US, says no meetings planned, despite Trump claims - report

    Baghaei told the WSJ that all of Iran's negotiators were still in the country, except for Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi who was visiting a religious site in Iraq.

  82. 25 US states sue Trump administration over sweeping new tariffs

    The coalition argues the president exceeded his legal authority by imposing broad tariffs on dozens of trading partners under the guise of combating forced labour, asking a federal court to block the…

  83. Why global migration data should recognise subgroups like the Teochew

    In countries like France and Norway, the government census strictly avoids asking about race and ethnicity. Governed by a desire for national unity, these states operate on a firm premise…

  84. National wants to show Labour the social media ban bill, but 'we can't', education minister says

    National needs Labour's support to pass the bill, but the education minister says she still doesn't know if they're allowed to see it.

  85. Crews building Trump border wall in drought-hit New Mexico ordered to stop drilling wells

    Residents and farmers say contractors have tapped border aquifers that threaten water supply for those nearby Construction crews building a border wall in New Mexico were ordered to stop drilling new…

  86. Chinese woman, 20, survives 18th floor ‘impulsive’ jump after argument with boyfriend

    A 20-year-old woman in eastern China miraculously survived after jumping from the balcony of her 18th-floor flat following a heated argument with her boyfriend. The woman, known by the alias Xiaoyi…

  87. South Carolina Republicans jockey to replace Graham on Senate ballot: Key takeaways from first debate

    South Carolina Republicans vying for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-S.C.) slot on the November ballot squared off on a Monday debate stage with just over one week until the special primary…

  88. Aussie swimmer out of leadership group after reported drinking session

    Australian swimmer Isaac Cooper steps down from the Dolphins's leadership group after he was reportedly out drinking instead of supporting teammates at the Commonwealth Games.

  89. IDF Chief Bluth not dismissed, Defense Minister Katz confirms at meeting with West Bank leaders

    Katz's clarification followed a statement he made during a live Channel 14 interview on Sunday, in which he denied calling for Bluth to be removed.

  90. Yashar Party activist attacked while attempting to remove Yigal Amir protest sign from bridge

    Footage of the incident shows several protesters surrounding and attacking the Yashar Party activist after he tried to take down a sign calling for Yigal Amir's release.

  91. UN experts urge Canada to protect threatened Sikh activist

    Five United Nations rights experts have urged Canada to take all feasible measures to protect the Sikh activist Moninder Singh, who has been repeatedly warned by the Canadian authorities of credible…

  92. 25 states sue Trump administration over latest round of tariffs

    New U.S. tariffs are hurting consumers and businesses, California's attorney general said in filing suit to block levies on 60 countries.

  93. Senate candidate El-Sayed questions assumption Michigan voters are moderates

    Populist Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens top the Democratic field going into Tuesday's Senate primary. Former Rep. Mike Rogers is running unopposed for the GOP nomination.

  94. Former Ukrainian top commander sees no prospect of Kyiv joining NATO

    Aug 3 - Ukraine's former top military commander, now ambassador to Britain, was quoted as saying on Monday that there was no prospect of the country joining NATO, an aspiration entrenched in the…

  95. Haugset goes it alone to claim Tour de France Femmes third stage

    Sigrid Haugset set off on a long solo run and kept going to the finish to win the third stage of the Women's Tour de France and claim the yellow jersey.

  96. Benjamin Alire Sáenz, first Latino winner of PEN/Faulkner award, dies aged 71

    Celebrated writer, poet and novelist for young adults drew upon his sexuality and life on US southern border Benjamin Alire Sáenz, an award-winning fiction writer and poet who drew upon his sexuality…

  97. EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings

    Ursula von der Leyen has called for action ahead of an urgent EU interior ministers meeting to discuss the issue.

  98. Australia news live: charges laid after alleged replica gun scare in Sydney entertainment spot

    Two men were arrested on Monday evening and one was charged over an alleged replica pistol. Follow today’s news live. Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Agriculture minister…

  99. Palantir soars 12% on blowout quarter, with U.S. commercial revenue soaring nearly 150% 

    Palantir's second-quarter earnings beat expectations, and the AI software company lifted revenue guidance.

  100. Affordable housing a critical gap in India’s real estate boom

    India’s property market has gone from strength to strength. All the main sectors continue to perform extremely well. Last year, take-up of shopping centre and warehouse space reached record highs. In…

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