Today so far 2026-09-14 · 00:00 UTC

Political divisions are shaping up across multiple regions, with Sweden's party blocs tied after Sunday's vote and Trump doubling down on united Ireland comments during his visit, while international tensions remain high following Russia's strike on a train near the Poland border. Meanwhile, significant developments are unfolding in global governance as BRICS pushes to reshape economic structures, and human rights concerns are mounting with Turkish police conducting raids on gay bars and LGBTQ+ activists. Other notable incidents include a US congressman swimming to safety after an emergency plane landing on a lake and rescue efforts for over 100 people from an Indonesian ferry.

How Ukraine is taking the was 'deeper' into Russia

Ukrainian strikes have targeted key economic and military supply chains in recent weeks.

2026-08-06 · 17:51 UTC
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Thousands of migrants still in Ceuta after border crisis, local leader says

2026-08-06 · 17:36

The Spanish territory's mayor-president also says 100 deaths occurred as a result of 78,000 migrants crossing from…

Trump FCC kills TV ownership cap, claiming authority over limit set by Congress

2026-08-06 · 16:40

Change will let "Trump-aligned billionaires" buy more stations, advocacy group says.

Nashville uses eminent domain to block data center near zoo

2026-08-06 · 16:12

Nashville's Metro Council voted 27-5 to authorize the city to use eminent domain to acquire property adjacent to the…

Uefa says boycott may still go ahead as FA withdraws Infantino support

2026-08-06 · 16:11

Fifa's backing of president Gianni Infantino at a meeting on Wednesday "changes nothing", says European governing body…

Houthi attacks reportedly kill at least 30 Yemeni government forces

2026-08-06 · 14:49

The Houthis say they launched missiles and drones at "Saudi military build-ups" in the central provinces of Marib and…

Trump denies US weapons shortage and says information 'leakers' being 'hunted down'

2026-08-06 · 14:30

While precise data is classified, publicly available information suggests the US has used up many…

Former Federal Prosecutors to Senate: Stop Confirming Election Deniers as Judges

2026-08-06 · 14:25

Twelve former federal prosecutors who worked on January 6 cases have sent a letter to the Senate urging it to reject…

Degrees of Wealth

2026-08-06 · 14:23

# Summary The author, who lived in Shanghai for eight years before returning to the Netherlands, explores how "wealth"…

EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm

2026-08-06 · 14:21

The no-frills carrier agrees to be bought by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor drops out.

Rights groups say Israeli attack that killed Lebanese journalist an apparent war crime

2026-08-06 · 14:20

Amal Khalil was killed and her colleague Zeinab Faraj wounded in an Israeli attack in April; Israel denied targeting the…

DR Congo river boat under quarantine for Ebola after five deaths

2026-08-06 · 14:04

The health minister says all the passengers are being screened as a precautionary measure.

US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing

2026-08-06 · 13:50

The committee will now refer him for potential prosecution following his refusal to answer questions during a hearing…

Livestreamer's murder raises questions over relations between Mexico's creators and cartels

2026-08-06 · 13:46

The murder of content creator César Gastélum on Tuesday raises questions about why influencers are coming under attack.

US beef prices have soared but farmers aren't making more money

2026-08-06 · 13:38

Despite US beef prices reaching record highs—12% above last year and rising three times faster than general…

Four simple rules behind Japan's most liveable cities

2026-08-06 · 13:08

Japan's cities, particularly Osaka (ranked 7th) and Tokyo (10th) in the 2026 Global Liveability Index, excel due to…

Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory

2026-08-06 · 12:18

Ukraine's president says the strikes aim to limit revenues Russia "used to finance" its war.

How Americans View Capitalism, Socialism and Free Enterprise

2026-08-06 · 11:27

A 2025 Gallup survey reveals that 81% of Americans view free enterprise favorably compared to 54% for capitalism and 39%…

Air India's new CEO faces financial and safety turbulence

2026-08-06 · 08:18

The aftermath of last's year deadly crash and mounting financial losses will be Gebremariam's main challenges.

Afghan boxer accused of killing Scottish aid worker back in court

2026-08-06 · 08:15

Sharif Ahmadzai, who is 26 and from Afghanistan, faces charges of homicide with intent, robbery and weapons offences.

Utah Judge Rejects Kalshi’s Federal Shield From Gambling Laws

2026-08-06 · 07:30

A federal judge granted Utah summary judgment Tuesday, holding that the Commodity Exchange Act does not preempt the…

US ISM Services PMI Hits 54.1: Will the Crypto Market Face More Fed Pressure?

2026-08-06 · 07:07

Following the US ISM Manufacturing PMI report, today’s ISM Services PMI offers a more comprehensive view of the world’s…

Indian journalist Tarun Tejpal convicted in rape case

2026-08-06 · 06:00

The Goa bench of the Bombay High Court overturned a 2021 trial court verdict clearing Tejpal of all charges.

Fed’s Cook says she’d support rate hike if disinflation stalls

2026-08-06 · 05:44

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said she is “prepared to act” if inflation remains too high above the Fed’s target…

Why Michael Burry’s Bearish Bet May Be Positioning, Not a Crash Prediction

2026-08-06 · 05:12

Michael Burry’s latest warning revived comparisons with 1987, but his disclosed trades present a more measured story…

In Odesa, no-one is safe from Russia's new Black Sea strikes

2026-08-06 · 05:00

Blackened ships and smashed docks mark Russia's recent surge of attacks on Ukraine's coastline.

Nigerian security forces rescue more than 300 abductees

2026-08-06 · 04:35

Nigeria's government says the rescue is the country's largest single-day operation by joint security forces.

Nashville uses eminent domain to block data center near zoo

2026-08-06 · 02:15

Infantino remains Fifa president after executive meeting

2026-08-05 · 21:37

Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after he receives the backing of senior executives in a meeting in…

Iran says it has agreed Strait of Hormuz shipping route with Oman

2026-08-05 · 21:21

A foreign ministry spokesman did not give details but said an agreement with the Gulf nation was "in the final stages".

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