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Today so far 2026-09-12 · 06:01 UTC

A ferry fire in the Philippines has killed at least 35 people with dozens still missing, while a passenger train derailment in France has injured at least 44, highlighting ongoing transportation safety concerns globally. The Houthis have made significant military advances in Yemen that could disrupt Red Sea shipping and impact global trade and oil prices, adding another layer to regional instability. In other developments, a judge has struck down Trump's forced coal plant extensions, while an arrest has been made in the death of a Black woman found hanged from a tree.

Evergrande: Asia’s Former Second-Richest Man Gets Life for Fraud

The founder of Evergrande, former 2nd richest in Asia, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for fraud. Impact on the Chinese economy: the summary.

2026-08-21 · 06:05 UTC
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Will NSE’s Self-Trading Plan Boost BSE IPO Volume as Investors Expect?

2026-08-21 · 05:05

The National Stock Exchange’s (NSE) upcoming IPO is one of the most closely watched events in India’s market sector.

'Reasonable' or a 'hit list'? New Yorkers react to rollout of Mamdani's tax on second homes

2026-08-21 · 05:02

A list of expensive New York homes has sparked a controversy as Mamdani implements a second home tax.

Israel re-establishes closed West Bank settlement, defying growing international protests

2026-08-21 · 05:00

Thirty "pioneer families" have arrived on a wave of nationalism driven by Israel's government, but the rapid change has…

Australian hiker's body recovered as officials apologise for misreporting she was alive

2026-08-21 · 04:54

The body of Lily Hooper, 18, has been airlifted from a national park in the Southern Highlands following an eight-day…

British rapper Yung Filly to face retrial on rape charges in Australia

2026-08-21 · 04:17

A jury last month cleared the YouTuber of several sexual assault offences, but it couldn't reach a decision on three…

Hong Kong's Tiananmen activists guilty in national security trial

2026-08-21 · 02:59

Three activists were accused of inciting others to subvert state power under the China-introduced law.

What happened to Harry and Meghan's American dream?

2026-08-21 · 02:57

Harry and Meghan enjoyed some showbusiness success, but their Hollywood reign proved short-lived.

Japan executes man who killed five in Pachinko parlour fire

2026-08-21 · 02:49

This is the first time since June 2025 that the country has enacted capital punishment.

Bali jails Swiss tourist for insulting sacred Day of Silence

2026-08-21 · 02:33

The 26-year-old sparked anger with an expletive-laden post about the sacred holiday.

US sanctions more Cuban companies and officials

2026-08-21 · 02:06

An international socialist institute and Cuba's construction ministry are subject to the latest US sanctions, Marco…

Broken toilets, leaking roofs: Why India's 'cockroach' party wants to fix schools

2026-08-21 · 00:04

The poor state of government schools is the focus of a new campaign by India's Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).

Why Nigeria's one-time political giant may face extinction

2026-08-20 · 23:21

Once a giant of African politics, the PDP is in danger of being wiped out after January's elections.

How much could Trump's 'economic D-Day' hurt Iran?

2026-08-20 · 23:16

Iran has so far proved adept at finding ways around years of already punishing sanctions on its economy.

Why the US economy is ringing alarm bells

2026-08-20 · 23:15

The US hit a debt milestone this week, but just how worried should we be about the world's largest economy?

Tensions Flare as CME, Kalshi Execs Clash Over Prediction Markets in DC

2026-08-20 · 22:32

CME Group Chairman Terry Duffy and Kalshi co-founder Luana Lopes Lara traded barbs during a CFTC meeting over prediction…

Trump wants to be friends with Kim - but South Korea could pay the price

2026-08-20 · 22:01

US military exercises with South Korea end early on Friday, at a time when the North is in a position of strength.

They survived 9/11; 25 years later, their bonds remain unbroken

2026-08-20 · 21:25

Survivors reconnect with those who saved them in National Geographic's 9/11: Reunited.

FBI arrests woman over alleged plot to bomb New York capitol building

2026-08-20 · 21:03

Prosecutors say the Albany woman had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group, and wanted to bomb the statehouse to…

Watch: Fishermen rescued after five days adrift in cool box

2026-08-20 · 20:41

The men, aged 53 and 32, lost contact with their fishing cooperative on 14 August, 75 miles off the coast of Mexico.

Jailed Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan taken to hospital for treatment

2026-08-20 · 20:40

Khan was taken from Adiala jail and sent to Shifa International Hospital under heavy security, local media report.

Dozens dead after boat capsizes in north-western Nigeria

2026-08-20 · 20:27

The incident took place in the country's northwest ​Sokoto state, with many of the victims feared to be children.

Crypto, AI and Betting Money Surge Ahead of 2026 US Midterms

2026-08-20 · 20:09

Crypto, AI and betting companies are pouring millions into the 2026 US midterms, reshaping campaign spending and the…

UK, France, Germany, Italy and Canada condemn Israel's West Bank settlement project

2026-08-20 · 18:55

European countries and Canada pile on pressure over Israel's plans to expand settlements in a strategically vital part…

Bessent urges US partners to back plans to 'squash' Iran economy

2026-08-20 · 18:40

The US Treasury secretary says allies will need to decide whether they "are with us or against us".

Watch: What does Harry's return mean for his fractured relationship with William?

2026-08-20 · 16:54

The brothers have had a fractured relationship for a number of years.

Como mayor bans 'beasts' in city centre after being hit by bike

2026-08-20 · 16:53

Alessandro Rapinese issues the prohibition for the historic city centre after an encounter with a cyclist last month.

‘We’re Going to Increase the Buyback’: Treasury Boss Targets Bond Yields

2026-08-20 · 16:30

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC Thursday that U.S.

Togo charges two French journalists over incorrect documents, rights group says

2026-08-20 · 15:16

Gaël Mocaër and Sebastian Perez Pezzani's detention is "unjustified and disproportionate", Reporters Without Borders…

At least 13 workers killed in landslide at Colombian gold mine

2026-08-20 · 14:34

Four members of an indigenous family are among the dead, witnesses said.

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