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Today so far 2026-09-14 · 12:00 UTC

A Russian strike on a train near the Ukraine-Poland border has raised escalation concerns, particularly given that top European officials including Boris Johnson were in the area shortly before the strike. On the economic front, Nike has exited the S&P 100 after 18 years following a $200 billion market-cap loss, while global markets are also being affected by disruptions to oil supply routes that have led to motor oil rationing at retailers like Costco. In other major developments, the Swedish election has left party blocs tied, and BRICS nations are pushing to reshape global economic governance.

Wreckage of Pan Am plane that shaped aviation safety found 74 years on

The deaths of 52 people on the Clipper Endeavor led to the introduction of mandatory pre-flight safety briefings.

2026-07-22 · 15:50 UTC
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Brain injury cases should be thrown out, High Court told

2026-07-22 · 15:37

Lawyers for rugby's governing bodies argue that absence of medical documents should lead to brain injury cases being…

Critical Minerals: Reducing U.S. Import Reliance with Substitution and Recycling

2026-07-22 · 15:26

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Who is Mykhailo Drapatyi, Ukraine's new commander-in-chief?

2026-07-22 · 15:19

Drapatyi becomes Ukraine's third commander-in-chief since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022.

Signum’s Hormuz TACO Index Signals Possible Trump-Iran Pivot by Late July

2026-07-22 · 14:49

Signum Global Advisors has turned Wall Street’s TACO (“Trump Always Chickens Out”) trade into a gauge tracking pressure…

Mysterious white foam draws crowds on Nigerian highway

2026-07-22 · 14:47

The environmental agency has warned people to avoid going near the substance as it could pose a health risk.

Tankers make sharp U-turns after Houthi shipping threat

2026-07-22 · 14:42

All of the ships were travelling to or from Saudi ports before changing course, ship-tracking data shows.

British woman jailed for blackmail after accusing banker of rape in Hong Kong

2026-07-22 · 14:14

Isabel Rose was convicted of trying to extort £100,000 from the UK banker and perverting the course of justice.

A 1,900% Surge May Be Sending a Bigger Warning Than Oil Prices

2026-07-22 · 14:02

A hidden cost of moving the world’s oil has exploded nearly 1,900%, Devere Group analysis shows, signaling a level of…

The digital euro: Surveillance money, or a better alternative to cash?

2026-07-22 · 13:30

Proponents of the digital euro say its a better alternative to cash that’s fully backed by the ECB.

US to announce deal allowing Saudi Arabia a nuclear programme, reports say

2026-07-22 · 12:40

The agreement would fulfil a long-held Saudi ambition but could attract concern in Israel and from some US lawmakers.

Cocaine worth $370m seized in Liberia's biggest-ever drugs bust

2026-07-22 · 11:32

The seizure follows a long-running investigation into drug-trafficking networks, police say.

Ukrainian drones deliver robots directly into battle by sea and air

2026-07-22 · 11:15

Ukraine's battlefield surge of robots now features airdrops and beach assaults.

Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris suburbs

2026-07-22 · 10:40

Daniel Siad, whose name appears in the Epstein files thousands of times, had previously denied knowledge of the threat…

Treasury Secretary Bessent Says CLARITY Act Is at the ‘1-Yard Line’

2026-07-22 · 09:30

Scott Bessent has said that the CLARITY Act is at the “1-yard line” and urged Congress to pass it before recess, even as…

Police station opens at Hitler's birthplace in bid to rid site of Nazi link

2026-07-22 · 08:38

The opening follows years of controversy about what to do with the 17th-Century former inn, where the Nazi dictator was…

India's Modi government under growing pressure as 'cockroach' protests intensify

2026-07-22 · 08:02

The CJP got a boost on Tuesday when the opposition Congress party demonstrated outside the PM's house.

More warehouses of Russian online retailer Wildberries hit by Ukraine, officials say

2026-07-22 · 07:02

Logistics hubs belonging to Wildberries in Krasnodar and Stavropol were struck overnight on Tuesday.

Japan temperatures soar over 40C, marking first 'cruelly hot day'

2026-07-22 · 07:00

The term was introduced in April by the weather agency to describe days when temperatures reach 40C.

Tunnel collapse in India kills 12 workers

2026-07-22 · 05:38

Rescue operation is ongoing but hazardous conditions have hampered efforts to reach those still inside.

Rebel Wilson cleared in defamation case brought by actress in her own film

2026-07-22 · 05:33

Wilson was accused of defaming young Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes, but cleared by a Sydney court.

Beluga whales relocated from closed Canadian marine park arrive in US

2026-07-22 · 05:03

Six beluga whales have arrived in the US after being moved from a Canadian marine park that could no longer care for…

France passes law banning under-15s from social media

2026-07-22 · 03:50

The law will require social media platforms in France to verify all users age from January.

US renews strikes on Iran as Trump threatens to attack underground nuclear site

2026-07-22 · 03:05

The US president's threat to target a key Iranian nuclear site came ahead of the 11th consecutive night of attacks.

Gruesome images in D4vd hearing are 'worst nightmare' for teen girl's family

2026-07-22 · 02:33

The court hears the singer ordered a body bag, chainsaws and an inflatable pool to dispose of the teen's body.

Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more

2026-07-22 · 02:15

The hearing was disrupted by protests and a shouting match as Hegseth testified at a pivotal time in the war.

Deputy Abused Police Powers to Secretly Track a Man’s Cellphone

2026-07-22 · 01:45

A deputy admitted using a fake search warrant to secretly obtain a man’s cellphone location for a private client,…

US Forces Press Iran Campaign as Brent Nears $92 and Tanker Traffic Keeps Falling

2026-07-21 · 23:49

Brent crude rose near $92 per barrel and WTI surged past $84—up over 20% since U.S.-Iran hostilities resumed—threatening…

Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but some women say it's 'leg hair harassment'

2026-07-21 · 22:26

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.

On the run for 20 years, most-wanted fugitive caught hiding as a biotech exec

2026-07-21 · 22:04

Ronald Fischer, aka Richard Graydon, was arrested in New York last week.

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