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Bolsonaro's Son Names Vice-Presidential Candidate for Brazil Election
Presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro has chosen conservative lawmaker Alfredo Gaspar as his vice-presidential running mate for October's election. Gaspar is known for a firm stance against crime.
Jauns.lv · 41 min ago
Judge throws out Alex Murdaugh’s $600,000 suit against former court clerk
A US federal judge dismissed Alex Murdaugh’s lawsuit seeking $600,000 in legal fees from Becky Hill, the former court clerk whose misconduct led to the overturning of his murder convictions. Murdaugh remains in prison for financial crimes while awaiting retrial.
The Guardian World · 43 min ago
Malaysian Pilot Detained in Jakarta for Ecstasy Smuggling
A Malaysian pilot was arrested at Jakarta's airport last week on suspicion of smuggling 55 pounds of ecstasy into Indonesia, officials said. The pilot, identified only by initials, also tested positive for ecstasy and cocaine.
The New York Times · 44 min ago
DHS Seeks Protesters’ Signal Group Chats
The US Department of Homeland Security is seeking access to protesters’ private Signal group chats in a lawsuit over alleged First Amendment violations. Attorneys for the protesters say the request itself breaches their rights to freedom of association.
Wired · 45 min ago
Ousted Bangladeshi leader vows to return from exile despite facing a death sentence
On the second anniversary of her ouster, Bangladesh's former prime minister Sheikh Hasina vowed to return home, despite facing a death sentence.
NPR World · 45 min ago
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Mexican influencer Cezar Gastelum shot during TikTok live stream
Mexican influencer Cezar Gastelum was shot on Tuesday during a TikTok live broadcast, according to foreign media reports.
Apollo.lv · 1 h ago
Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro names Alfredo Gaspar as running mate
Flavio Bolsonaro has chosen Alfredo Gaspar as his vice-presidential candidate, with Lula warning of foreign interference and polls indicating a tighter race.
Al Jazeera · 1 h ago
German anti-terror police probe explosive drone found at Leipzig airport
An explosive-laden drone found at Leipzig airport has triggered a counterterrorism investigation and flight disruptions. German authorities describe it as an attempted attack, with Ukraine's ambassador pointing to Russia.
Politico Europe · 2 h ago
German intelligence foils Russian plot to kill drone company CEO
German security services have foiled a Russian intelligence plot to assassinate the head of drone manufacturer "Donaustahl"; two suspects have been arrested.
Latvijas Avīze · 2 h ago
Judge signals Trump's defamation lawsuit against Wall Street Journal may be dismissed again
A federal judge in Florida expressed skepticism over Donald Trump's arguments in a $10bn defamation case against the Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch. The judge previously dismissed the case and may do so again.
The Guardian World · 2 h ago
Stork at the Grill Becomes an Internet Sensation: 'Who Knows No Shame Will Never Starve'
A photo of a stork calmly walking up to a grill where shashlik was being cooked has gone viral on social media, drawing amused comments about the bird's intentions.
Jauns.lv · 2 h ago
Bangladesh's ousted prime minister Hasina says she will return despite death sentence
Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has announced her intention to return to the country from exile even though she faces a death sentence over the deadly crackdown on protesters in 2024.
Sky News · 3 h ago
Secret funeral held in Moscow for unnamed major general; he may have died in blast targeting Russian Aerospace Forces chief
An unnamed major general was buried secretly in Moscow, with reports suggesting he may have been a friend of Aerospace Forces Commander Alexander Chayko and died in a restaurant explosion that killed five.
Meduza · 3 h ago
Mexican influencer shot dead during TikTok livestream
A popular TikTok creator in Mexico, César Gastelum, was shot and killed while broadcasting live with friends in Culiacán, Sinaloa. Local authorities have launched a security operation.
Jauns.lv · 3 h ago
US: Progressive Democrat El-Sayed wins key Michigan primary
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed has won a tightly contested Democratic primary in Michigan, defeating moderate congresswoman Haley Stevens. The result could help Democrats compete for control of the US Senate in the upcoming midterms.
France 24 · 4 h ago
Pakistan's ruling party leads Kashmir vote, winning 24 of 34 seats despite boycott call
Pakistan's election commission said Wednesday that candidates backed by former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's party won 24 of 34 seats decided in the first two phases of voting in Kashmir, despite a boycott call by a banned group.
NPR World · 4 h ago
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Four men stabbed in London; police report attack
Police say a woman stabbed four men in Covent Garden, central London, on Wednesday.
Apollo.lv · 4 h ago
New York City transit auctions off last MetroCard machines
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has begun auctioning its final MetroCard vending machines, giving New Yorkers a chance to own a piece of transit history as the system transitions to contactless payments.
The Guardian World · 4 h ago
Ceuta leader: situation with unaccompanied minors 'absolutely unacceptable'
The head of Spain's North African enclave Ceuta has called for urgent central government support, warning that reception centres are overwhelmed while hundreds of unaccompanied minors remain in the city after last week's border crisis.
Jauns.lv · 4 h ago
How to enjoy the most complete solar eclipse since 1989: expert advice on safety glasses
On August 12, the most complete solar eclipse since 1989 will take place; viewers will need special glasses, and experts explain how to choose the right ones.
France 24 · 5 h ago
Under China's New 'Unity' Law, Tibetans Strive to Preserve Language and Culture
A 73-year-old retired nurse in Tibet has decided to learn written Tibetan, offering a glimpse into how residents are embracing their language and cultural identity.
NPR World · 5 h ago
Report: Russian intelligence plotted to kill German drone maker's head
The German newspaper Die Zeit has reported that Russian special services planned to kill Stefan Thumann, head of drone manufacturer Donaustahl.
TVNET · 5 h ago
Progressive climate activist William Lawrence wins Michigan Democratic primary
William Lawrence, a Sunrise Movement co-founder who made opposition to AI datacenters a central campaign theme, won the Democratic primary in Michigan’s 7th congressional district. He will face Republican incumbent Tom Barrett in November.
The Guardian World · 5 h ago
MAGA in Turmoil Over Tucker Carlson's Possible 2028 Presidential Run
A coalition of prominent MAGA figures, including Tucker Carlson, is considering a third-party bid for the 2028 US presidential election, deepening divisions within the Republican Party.
Wired · 5 h ago
Japan Lodges Protest Over Russian Drills Near Kuril Islands
Japan has formally protested Russia's large-scale military exercises near the disputed Kuril Islands, which Tokyo claims and Russia administers. The maneuvers, involving tens of thousands of troops and dozens of ships, include live-fire drills and exclusion zones.
The Moscow Times · 6 h ago
Woman stabs four men in central London
Police reported that on Wednesday a woman stabbed four men in Covent Garden, central London.
TVNET · 6 h ago
Demolition complicates search for bodies after Venezuela's earthquakes
Venezuela has started tearing down unstable buildings after deadly earthquakes, but this complicates the recovery of bodies and raises concerns for survivors.
Al Jazeera · 6 h ago
Woman arrested after four men stabbed in Covent Garden
Four men were stabbed in central London's Covent Garden on Wednesday, and police have arrested a 47-year-old woman in connection with the attack, which is believed to be mental health-related.
The Guardian World · 6 h ago
Two charged over exotic animal photoshoots in Baltimore mall garage
Two Maryland men face 23 charges each after allegedly using snakes, a lemur, and a spider monkey for photoshoots in a shopping mall garage, with cruelty and arson counts. The arrests followed an undercover operation that found the animals lacked proper permits and care.
The Guardian World · 7 h ago
Explosives-laden drone found at Leipzig/Halle airport, German police say
A drone carrying an explosive device has been discovered at Leipzig/Halle airport overnight, while another unidentified object struck a cargo plane after takeoff. The southern runway remains closed, and officials describe it as a serious security incident.
BBC World · 7 h ago