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Politician linked to Russian opposition found dead in Warsaw apartment
Former Russian politician Sergei Vlasenko, who was linked to the opposition group "Congress of People's Deputies," has been found dead in his apartment in Warsaw. The circumstances of his death have not yet been disclosed.
Apollo.lv · 19 Aug, 07:04
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Man from Latvia among claimants to multimillion-euro gold find in Belgium
Eight construction workers in Belgium discovered gold coins and bars worth about nine million euros while on the job, and a man from Latvia is among those who have come forward as legal owners.
TVNET · 19 Aug, 07:03
Turkey rejects Israeli claims after strike on Syria air base
Turkey has denied Israeli allegations that it posed a threat by preparing to send troops to a Syrian air base that was hit in a strike Washington has attributed to Israel.
France 24 · 19 Aug, 07:03
Bali gym owner refuses service to three Israeli tourists over alleged IDF links
A gym owner in Bali, Indonesia, has posted a video on social media explaining why he refused to serve three Israeli tourists, citing their alleged links to Israel's military (IDF).
Al Jazeera · 19 Aug, 07:00
Trump pauses 50% Canada tariffs, floats reviving Keystone XL pipeline
The US and Canada agreed late Tuesday to a three-day pause on planned 50% tariffs while a trade deal is finalized, with Trump also suggesting the long-dormant Keystone XL oil pipeline project could be revived.
The Guardian World · 19 Aug, 06:59
Fact check: does natural climate cycling explain away current global warming concerns?
In political debates over climate change, a recurring argument claims there is no need to worry about global warming because climate has always changed throughout Earth's history. This has become one of the most common ways used to downplay public concern about the issue.
Apollo.lv · 19 Aug, 06:03
Ousted Ukrainian ex-defense minister Fedorov: Russia must not decide when elections happen
Former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov said in a video address that a mechanism is needed to resume democratic processes during wartime, arguing Russia cannot be allowed to determine when Ukrainians vote again.
Meduza · 19 Aug, 06:03
German Africa Prize awarded to Kenyan entrepreneur for school meals program
The German Africa Foundation has honored Kenyan social entrepreneur Wawira Njiru, whose organization now feeds more than 660,000 children daily across Kenya. The award ceremony is set for this fall in Berlin.
Deutsche Welle · 19 Aug, 06:02
Trump says no Iran talks planned, claims Strait of Hormuz still open
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday no talks with Iran are currently planned, while insisting the Strait of Hormuz remains open despite sharply reduced shipping traffic and a reported strike on a departing vessel.
France 24 · 19 Aug, 06:02
Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada for three days, citing near-finished trade deal
US President Donald Trump has delayed imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, saying the two countries have reached a deal pending final paperwork. He also raised the possibility of reviving the Keystone XL pipeline.
BBC World · 19 Aug, 06:00
Snakes, dogs and ostriches: politicians who fell victim to animal attacks
French MEP Manon Aubry was hospitalized after a viper bite, joining a long list of politicians who have been attacked by animals over the years.
Politico Europe · 19 Aug, 06:00
Trump Delays 50% Tariffs on Canada, Cites Nearing Deal
President Trump announced a three-day delay on planned 50 percent tariffs against Canada, saying an agreement is close.
The New York Times · 19 Aug, 05:59
Indigenous MP resigns from Northern Territory parliament, accuses government of destroying communities
Independent Northern Territory MP Yiŋiya Guyula has resigned from parliament, accusing the ruling Country Liberal government of passing laws that harm Indigenous communities and calling it a "slow genocide".
The Guardian World · 19 Aug, 05:59
Russian strike knocks another DTEK thermal power plant offline
A large-scale Russian attack has severely damaged a thermal power plant owned by DTEK, Ukraine's biggest private energy company, forcing it to halt electricity generation.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 19 Aug, 05:05
Iran fires ballistic missiles at UAE again after months-long pause
The UAE said Tuesday its air defenses intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Iran — the first such attack registered in recent months.
Jauns.lv · 19 Aug, 05:02
ICE Detained a Trump Voter's Russian Wife at a California Airport — He's No Longer a Supporter
ICE agents detained Russian citizen Galina Bobreneva at a California airport while she was awaiting a green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen. Her husband, who voted for Trump three times, has since turned against the president.
Meduza · 19 Aug, 05:01
How Ebola became the deadliest outbreak in DR Congo's history
An Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history. Efforts to contain it are being hampered by armed conflict, delayed case detection, and public mistrust of health authorities.
Al Jazeera · 19 Aug, 05:00
Fire chiefs warn of heightened bushfire risk across NT, NSW and Queensland this spring
Australian fire authorities have warned that large parts of the Northern Territory, New South Wales and Queensland face elevated bushfire danger this spring due to heavy fuel loads and dry conditions. Residents are being urged to prepare early.
The Guardian World · 19 Aug, 04:59
German court convicts Ukrainian in Russia-directed parcel bomb plot
A court in Stuttgart convicted a Ukrainian man for acting on behalf of Russian intelligence in a parcel-bomb reconnaissance plot, as Ukraine launched one of its largest drone strikes on Russia and a Russian missile attack killed 10 people in the Kharkiv region.
Guardian Ukraina · 19 Aug, 04:58
Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for wartime presidential election
Former Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has publicly called for a path to holding elections despite the ongoing war, posing what is seen as the biggest challenge yet to Volodymyr Zelensky's presidency. Zelensky has not yet responded.
BBC World · 19 Aug, 04:58
Ousted defense minister Fedorov calls for elections in Ukraine, challenging Zelenskyy
Mykhailo Fedorov, whose dismissal as defense minister in July triggered mass protests, has called for elections to be held in Ukraine despite the ongoing war. He argued that Russian President Vladimir Putin must not be allowed to decide when Ukrainians can choose their government.
Politico Europe · 19 Aug, 04:01
The Atlantic: US and NATO lack a plan for a coordinated Russia-China attack
An Atlantic investigation finds the United States and NATO have no clear plan for a scenario in which China invades Taiwan while Russia simultaneously attacks a NATO member in Eastern Europe. Experts warn this risk is studied surprisingly rarely.
Meduza · 19 Aug, 03:59
Harvard to pay $53m settlement after morgue manager sold stolen body parts
Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to settle lawsuits from families over the mishandling of bodies donated to its medical school. The case followed a former morgue manager's guilty plea for stealing and selling human remains.
BBC World · 19 Aug, 03:59
Appeal hearing begins in Erin Patterson mushroom murder case
An Australian court has begun hearing Erin Patterson's appeal against her triple murder convictions, alongside a separate appeal by prosecutors who argue her sentence was too lenient. The hearing is expected to last two days.
The Guardian World · 19 Aug, 03:58
Togo holds two French filmmakers for over two weeks, ministry confirms
France's foreign ministry has confirmed that two French nationals have been detained in Togo since July 27, with a judicial investigation now underway.
France 24 · 19 Aug, 03:58
Turkey's F-35 deal stalls over unresolved Russian S-400 issue
Israel and US lawmakers are holding back progress on Turkey's potential F-35 fighter jet deal, as the NATO member's attempt to offload its Russian-made S-400 air defense system to the United Arab Emirates remains stuck.
Euromaidan Press · 19 Aug, 03:05
Builders in Belgium find gold treasure worth nine million euros, Latvian man among claimants
Eight construction workers in Belgium discovered gold coins and gold bars worth about nine million euros while working in a building, and a man from Latvia is among those who have since come forward claiming ownership.
Apollo.lv · 19 Aug, 03:04
Scientists find long-clawed shrews may grow bigger snouts in winter
Japanese researchers have found that long-clawed shrews' snouts grow larger in winter even as the rest of their skull shrinks, a pattern they call the 'reverse Dehnel's phenomenon'. The discovery adds to understanding of how small mammals survive cold months.
The Guardian Science · 19 Aug, 03:01
One Nation Works to Shape the Terms of Debate as Australian Parliament Nears Key Reforms
Australia's Parliament is approaching agreement on two major bills — restrictions on gambling advertising and reform of National Disability Insurance Scheme costs — while the minor One Nation party works to influence the terms of the debate.
Politico Europe · 19 Aug, 03:01
Senator Ossoff Calls Trump a 'Draft-Dodging, Crook President'
Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff sharply criticized President Donald Trump while defending Senator Mark Kelly, further escalating his public feud with the president.
The Guardian World · 19 Aug, 03:00
Europe's seas hit record heat as climate change threatens marine life
Scientists said Wednesday that human-caused climate change was the main driver behind record-breaking sea temperatures around Europe this summer, warning of severe consequences for marine ecosystems and coastal communities. The Mediterranean saw its hottest July on record, with extreme heat also affecting other European waters.
France 24 · 19 Aug, 03:00
Russia's Supreme Court upholds ban on antiwar Yabloko party, over 80 young supporters detained
On August 17, Russia's Supreme Court rejected Yabloko's appeal against its removal from the State Duma ballot, and police detained more than 80 young supporters outside the courthouse. The independent outlet Bereg spoke with several detainees about the day.
Meduza · 19 Aug, 02:59
Democrats demand probe into conditions aboard USS Lincoln
Democratic lawmakers in the US Congress have called for a formal investigation into conditions aboard the aircraft carrier USS Lincoln, raising concerns about US Navy readiness amid the war involving Iran.
Al Jazeera · 19 Aug, 02:58
New judge assigned to Trump's defamation case against BBC
A judge recently confirmed after Trump's nomination has taken over the president's $10bn defamation lawsuit against the BBC, replacing the previous judge. The trial is currently scheduled for February 2027.
BBC World · 19 Aug, 02:06
Russia could open a northern front by February if it orders new mobilization, Ukraine intel says
Ukraine's military intelligence currently sees no signs of preparation for an attack from the north, but warns that Russia could open such a front by February if it orders a new mobilization.
Euromaidan Press · 19 Aug, 02:06
Queen Camilla's granddaughter, once a tiny bridesmaid at William and Kate's wedding, is now 18 and barely recognisable
Eliza Lopes, who was a three-year-old bridesmaid at Prince William and Kate's 2011 wedding, is now 18 and was recently seen shopping in Scotland with her grandmother, Queen Camilla.
Jauns.lv · 19 Aug, 02:05