Today so far 2026-09-13 · 18:00 UTC

Russia escalated tensions in Eastern Europe by striking a train near the Poland border shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials passed through the area, highlighting the ongoing risks of the Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile, humanitarian crises continue globally, with a fire at a nursing home in Chile killing 16 residents and 102 people rescued from an Indonesian ferry that went missing in the Java Sea. In other developments, Turkish police conducted raids on gay bars and LGBTQ+ activist homes, and Trump reiterated controversial comments about a united Ireland while visiting the country.

Thune to File Motion to Force September Vote on CLARITY Act

Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s office has reportedly indicated that he intends to file for a cloture vote on the motion to proceed to the CLARITY Act before the August recess.

2026-08-07 · 22:05 UTC
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Water system controllers don't belong on the internet, says ex-NSA chief

2026-08-07 · 21:19

At least 12 US states' water systems have been hacked, likely by Iran, targeting programmable logic controllers (PLCs)…

Thai PM vows to introduce stricter gun laws after eight killed in shooting

2026-08-07 · 21:19

Eight people were killed when a 14-year-old opened fire at his home and school before shooting himself dead.

Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was 'not good' for America or his father's legacy

2026-08-07 · 21:16

In a wide-ranging BBC interview, the former president's son denied having any interest in running for office and spoke…

What is birthright citizenship and how common is birth tourism in the US?

2026-08-07 · 21:09

The Trump administration is trying to restrict access to US citizenship for some people through attempts to end birth…

US Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchanges Over Alleged Illicit Finance

2026-08-07 · 20:53

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Kidnapped rare Serbian eagle freed into wild after rescue

2026-08-07 · 20:40

Feliks the eagle was abducted as he first flew the nest in Serbia and wound up in the Middle East with poachers who…

Judge rules Meta caused "public nuisance" and must fund mental health treatment

2026-08-07 · 19:49

New Mexico judge orders $567M fund to help address youth mental health crisis.

Mykhailo Fedorov reveals struggle to secure Patriot missiles and Western support

2026-08-07 · 19:38

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov revealed the significant challenges in securing Patriot missiles from…

U.S. Jobs Report Misses Forecasts as Payrolls Fall and Rate Cut Bets Rise

2026-08-07 · 18:35

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DOGE's wild, unverifiable savings claims discredited in US government report

2026-08-07 · 17:51

DOGE's inflated "Wall of Receipts": 96% of grant savings unverifiable, GAO says.

Politicians, private jets and power - the life of a Fifa president

2026-08-07 · 17:45

Fifa president Gianni Infantino appears to be trying to return to business as usual after the failed World Cup private…

What we know so far about the deadly Thailand shooting

2026-08-07 · 17:17

At least seven people have died after a teenage boy shot his grandparents before opening fire on a school in Bangkok.

Reform UK chair calls for probe into SBF-linked donation: Report

2026-08-07 · 17:03

As the chairman of the Reform UK calls for an investigation into a FTX-linked political donation, the party’s leader…

Tax cuts for the wealthy only benefit the rich (2023)

2026-08-07 · 16:44

Research analyzing major tax cuts for the wealthy across 18 developed nations over five decades found that the rich…

This Mine Predicts Major Wars. It's Opening Again

2026-08-07 · 16:14

Spanish police arrest 78 people in bust of 'one of largest' smuggling networks

2026-08-07 · 16:13

The group moved synthetic drugs from Spain to Algeria, then used the return journey to smuggle migrants and weapons.

Spain threatens retaliation if Italy fails to lift border controls after Ceuta crossings

2026-08-07 · 15:59

Italy has said it will not accept "ultimatums or impositions" after the mass crossing of migrants from Morocco to Ceuta…

Critical Minerals: The Next Strategic Battleground for AI and Crypto

2026-08-07 · 15:41

US President Donald Trump is set to host a meeting with top mining company leaders at the State Department on August 7…

Mexico and Peru restore diplomatic relations after asylum row

2026-08-07 · 15:38

Relations broke down after former Peruvian Prime Minister Betssy Chávez sought asylum in the Mexican embassy in November…

Barca cancel friendly in Morocco after Ceuta border crisis

2026-08-07 · 15:11

Barcelona cancel pre-season friendly in Morocco because of the ongoing border crisis in Ceuta.

Trump administration has spent nearly $4B to cancel offshore wind farms

2026-08-07 · 15:11

The Trump administration has now convinced developers to abandon 12 offshore wind leases.

Trump Warns US Cannot Lose Crypto and AI Race to China 

2026-08-07 · 14:47

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Seven killed after teen shooter opens fire at home and school in Thailand

2026-08-07 · 14:44

Authorities say the teen killed his grandparents at home before gunning down five teachers at his school.

Report: White House drafting executive order linking vaccines and autism

2026-08-07 · 14:41

Trump determined to link life-saving shots to autism, despite science and political risk.

I was standing in front of my teacher when she was shot, Thai pupil says

2026-08-07 · 14:20

The student says she feared never seeing her mother again after the attack killed five teachers.

U.S. Lost 23,000 Jobs in July, While Unemployment Ticked Lower

2026-08-07 · 13:39

Win Up to 150 Grams of Gold at Forex Expo Dubai this September 2026

2026-08-07 · 12:58

Verified Traders, Introducing Brokers, and Affiliates stand a chance to win a share of 150 grams of 24K gold while…

Trump is losing his war on wind power

2026-08-07 · 12:58

A court rules that a hold on all wind projects clearly violates the law.

U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs in July, a sudden reversal

2026-08-07 · 12:42

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