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Zelenskyy orders threefold increase in long-range strikes on Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ordered a rise in daily long-range drone strikes on Russia to 1,000, as sources report Russian fuel shortages from refinery attacks and Ukraine's farm minister reveals massive damage to food logistics.
Guardian Ukraina · 29 Aug, 05:02
One killed, several injured in Russian night attack on Izmail district
Russian occupying forces struck Ukraine's Izmail district in Odesa region overnight, killing one person and injuring others, while damaging transport infrastructure.
Ukrainska Pravda · 29 Aug, 05:00
Ukrainian Robot Unit Commander: Ground Robots Are Like "Persian Elephants," Army Needs "Arabian Steeds"
A commander of Ukraine's "Khartia" robotic unit says FPV drones and mines have drastically shortened the battlefield lifespan of ground robots.
Euromaidan Press · 29 Aug, 04:06
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Horoscope for Saturday, August 29: time to settle emotions
On Saturday, August 29, the stars suggest pausing to calmly process recent emotional turbulence, while attention turns toward home and family.
Apollo.lv · 29 Aug, 04:05
Ukrainian PM blames 'criminal negligence' for massive warehouse blast near Kyiv
A Russian strike on the Bucha district ignited a fire and secondary explosions at warehouse facilities; Prime Minister Serhiy Koretskyi compared it to July's Vyshneve tragedy, calling it criminal negligence.
Meduza · 29 Aug, 04:02
Victorian government officially scraps controversial Daniel Andrews statue plan
Victoria's Premier Ben Carroll has halted work on a statue of former premier Daniel Andrews and scrapped the 1999 policy that automatically honoured long-serving premiers with monuments. The project had drawn criticism over taxpayer costs.
The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 04:02
Occupied Part of Kherson Region Without Power for Over a Day After Drone Strikes
The Russian-occupied part of Ukraine's Kherson region has been without electricity for more than a day following Ukrainian drone strikes on energy infrastructure. The attack was part of a broader operation targeting the power grid in occupied territories.
Ukrainska Pravda · 29 Aug, 04:01
US clarifies claims about Chinese hacker attacks on federal agencies
The US Justice Department has revised earlier statements, saying the Senate and the Federal Reserve were targeted by hacking attempts but were not actually breached.
Al Jazeera · 29 Aug, 04:01
Russia targets Ukraine's robotic medevac missions as four ground robots are needed per evacuation
Ukraine is increasingly using ground robots to evacuate wounded soldiers from exposed frontline positions, but Russian forces are intensely targeting these systems, with reports suggesting up to four ground robots are needed to complete a single evacuation.
Euromaidan Press · 29 Aug, 03:08
Norway Crowns New King, Haakon VIII, Without Grand Coronation
Following the death of King Harald V, his 53-year-old son has ascended Norway's throne under the name King Haakon VIII; unlike Britain's King Charles III, his accession will not be marked by an elaborate coronation ceremony.
TVNET · 29 Aug, 03:08
97-year-old woman pulled from Nepal flood debris, recovering in hospital
A 97-year-old woman was rescued after a four-hour operation from the rubble of a care home destroyed in Nepal's flash floods, with a relative likening her to a victorious warrior. Hundreds have died in the floods, believed to have been triggered by a glacier collapse.
BBC World · 29 Aug, 03:06
Unstable Manhattan Building Found to Have Eight More Damaged Columns Than Known
Construction drawings obtained by The New York Times show that an already unstable Manhattan building has eight more steel columns with insufficient reinforcement than previously known. Engineers reviewed the documents.
The New York Times · 29 Aug, 03:05
Meduza publishes guide on preparing phones before crossing the Russian border
Meduza, working with a lawyer and a cybersecurity expert, has released a detailed guide for Russians living abroad who plan to visit Russia temporarily, as border searches of phones and psychological pressure are becoming more common. The guide explains ways to reduce risk while warning that in some cases the outcome is decided before travelers even reach passport control.
Meduza · 29 Aug, 03:02
Cambodia's claim of ending scam compounds met with scepticism
Cambodia's announcement that it has eradicated its scam compounds has been met with doubt from Amnesty International and industry experts, who question whether the problem has truly been resolved.
Al Jazeera · 29 Aug, 03:01
Trump announces new US oil agreement with Venezuela
Donald Trump announced a new oil agreement with Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodríguez, under which the US will gain majority control of 65 billion barrels of proven oil reserves. Details of the deal remain unclear.
The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 03:01
After six months of war, Iran's regime remains firmly entrenched
Six months into the war between the U.S. and Iran, Tehran's leadership has not collapsed as some predicted, but has instead hardened its stance.
NPR World · 29 Aug, 02:09
Fix for Ukraine's interceptor drones is a radar seeker head, says president's tech adviser
Ukraine's presidential tech adviser Serhii "Flash" Beskrestnov says cloud cover and fog sharply reduce interceptor drone hit rates, and the fix is a radar seeker head — already sold by one American company for $4,000.
Euromaidan Press · 29 Aug, 02:07
Bloomberg: European officials skeptical NATO attack was main topic of CIA chief's Moscow visit
Bloomberg sources say European officials see no evidence of Russian preparations for a conventional attack on NATO or a Baltic state, and doubt that was the central focus of the CIA director's Moscow trip.
Meduza · 29 Aug, 02:06
China keeps Tibet flood coverage muted as hundreds remain missing
While dramatic footage of deadly flash floods in Tibet has spread worldwide, China's censored internet and state media have shown almost nothing of the disaster. Hundreds have died and a similar number remain unaccounted for.
BBC World · 29 Aug, 02:06
Zelensky: Ukraine must be able to launch up to 1,000 drones a day at Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has ordered a major increase in long-range drone production so Ukraine can strike Russia with up to 1,000 drones daily. Currently more than 300 drones a day are being used on average.
Ukrainska Pravda · 29 Aug, 02:03
Nepal Flood Survivors Face Deep Losses and an Uncertain Path Forward
Flood survivors in Nepal have lost much of what they had built in their lives and are now focused on immediate survival, uncertain how they will rebuild. The disaster has left many without clear answers about their future.
The New York Times · 29 Aug, 02:03
LA wildfire survivors face record-breaking wait for federal disaster aid under Trump
Survivors of the January 2025 Los Angeles firestorm are still waiting for more than $15bn in federal recovery funds nearly 600 days on, surpassing the previous record wait set by Maui fire victims. Officials and advocates accuse the Trump administration of politicizing disaster aid.
The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 02:02
Explosions rock Bucha district as warehouses burn after Russian attack, Kyiv-Chop road shut
A Russian attack sparked a warehouse fire and explosions in the Bucha district of Kyiv Oblast on the evening of 28 August, forcing authorities to close a section of the M-06 Kyiv-Chop road. Emergency crews are on scene and residents have been told to stay away.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 29 Aug, 01:07
Videos Capture the Moment a Himalayan Glacier Collapsed, Triggering Deadly Floods in Nepal
Exclusive footage verified by The New York Times offers the clearest look yet at a glacier collapse in northern Nepal near the Tibetan border, which sent a wall of water and mud crashing through valleys below. The flash floods caused deadly destruction downstream.
The New York Times · 29 Aug, 01:07
Miss America 2026 crowned as first married mother to win the title
Justice Kelley, 31, from Virginia has been crowned Miss America 2026, becoming the first officially titled married mother to win the pageant. Her win was made possible by rule changes introduced in 2023.
Jauns.lv · 29 Aug, 01:06
Russian drones strike Kyiv for second consecutive day, wiping out most of Ukraine's warehouse capacity
Russian jet-powered drones have hit warehouses and logistics facilities near Kyiv for a second straight day. The broader campaign has now destroyed 90% of Ukraine's modern commercial storage capacity.
Euromaidan Press · 29 Aug, 01:05
Nepal's unique geography makes it especially disaster-prone
The deadly flooding that hit Nepal this week is the latest in a long line of disasters tied to the country's distinctive geography. Observers note such events are far from unprecedented in the region.
NPR World · 29 Aug, 01:05
Six injured in blast near Kyiv after Russian strike, prosecutors probe possible negligence
A Russian strike triggered a large fire and detonation at a facility in Bucha district, Kyiv region, injuring six people and forcing the evacuation of 165 residents. Prosecutors have opened an investigation into possible official negligence.
Ukrainska Pravda · 29 Aug, 01:05
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Zelensky: Ukraine could increase drone strikes on Russia to 1,000 per day
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday that Ukraine could intensify drone strikes deep into Russian territory, raising their number to as many as 1,000 per day. The statement points to Kyiv's intent to continue and expand long-range strikes on Russia.
TVNET · 29 Aug, 01:03
Report: Trump's planned arch will alter sightlines among Washington DC landmarks
A US National Park Service report backs Donald Trump's proposed memorial arch while acknowledging it will disrupt historic sightlines connecting numerous Washington DC landmarks.
The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 01:03
Berlin hit by ransomware attack, hackers demand bitcoin payment
Hackers who breached Berlin's city systems and stole data are demanding a ransom, but Mayor Kai Wegner says the city will not give in. The Rhysida group has claimed responsibility and threatens to auction the stolen data.
BBC World · 29 Aug, 01:03
Meduza shares 21 reasons friends have used to convince each other to donate
Independent Russian outlet Meduza published a piece collecting 21 arguments its staff have used to persuade friends to donate, since direct donations from Russia are banned. The list mixes emotional, practical and values-based reasoning.
Meduza · 29 Aug, 01:02
British soldiers rescue exhausted owl far out at sea
A British Army team competing in a sailing race around Britain and Ireland found an exhausted barn owl that collapsed on their boat roughly 110 kilometres from shore. The bird is now recovering at a wildlife centre.
Latvijas Avīze · 29 Aug, 00:21
DRC's Tshisekedi Calls for National Dialogue, Excludes M23 Rebels
Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix Tshisekedi has called for a national dialogue to reduce tensions but ruled out participation by M23 rebels, as the government moves to suspend 11 universities in rebel-held areas.
France 24 · 29 Aug, 00:19
Norway mourns King Harald V as Crown Prince Haakon becomes King Haakon VIII
Norway's King Harald V has died at age 89 in Oslo after reigning for more than three decades, with his son now taking the throne as King Haakon VIII. Hundreds gathered outside the Royal Palace to pay their respects.
Euronews · 29 Aug, 00:19
Forced birth control in Greenland violated women's rights, experts find
Experts have concluded that a forced birth control scheme carried out in Greenland violated women's rights, though two separate reports could not agree on whether it amounted to genocide. A truth commission will now be established.
Al Jazeera · 29 Aug, 00:19