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Judge blocks Trump administration's bid to scrap Biden-era FBI headquarters plan
A US judge has halted the Trump administration's attempt to move FBI headquarters into Washington's Reagan Building, ruling instead that the previously approved plan for a new facility in Greenbelt, Maryland, must stand. The decision marks the latest turn in a years-long dispute over the bureau's future home.
Euronews · 18 Aug, 08:00
Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Hormuz Strait talks
US President Donald Trump has warned he will bomb Oman if it obstructs talks between Washington and Tehran over control of the Strait of Hormuz. The US-Iran negotiations remain deadlocked, while Turkey has offered to mediate.
ERR (rus) · 18 Aug, 07:59
Thousands Mourn Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday in London, Blame Press
Thousands of mourners gathered in London to honor former Cambridge University professor Jason Arday, blaming relentless and "racist" media scrutiny for contributing to his death.
Al Jazeera · 18 Aug, 07:03
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 6,438
Nearly two months after devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela, the official death toll has risen to 6,438, with rescuers still searching for missing people.
Delfi · 18 Aug, 06:59
Sultan of Brunei strips daughter-in-law of royal titles
Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has stripped his daughter-in-law, Pengiran Rabiatul Adawiyah, of her royal titles, citing a lack of respect. The sultan is known for backing severe laws, including the death penalty for homosexuality and adultery.
Jauns.lv · 18 Aug, 06:59
Eleven years for a Russian opposition politician's words: reactions to Shlosberg's sentence
A Pskov court sentenced Yabloko deputy chairman Lev Shlosberg to 11 years and one month in a penal colony for 'discrediting' the army and spreading 'fake news', prompting strong reactions from fellow politicians and journalists.
Meduza · 18 Aug, 06:07
Russian economist Klepach dismissed after critical remarks about the country's economy
Andrei Klepach, chief economist of Russian state corporation VEB.RF, has been dismissed, reportedly linked to a May speech in which he openly discussed Russia's economic decline. He confirmed his dismissal but did not disclose the reason.
Delfi · 18 Aug, 06:04
Anti-migrant protesters rally outside SADC leaders' summit in South Africa
Demonstrators gathered outside a Southern African Development Community (SADC) summit in South Africa, demanding neighbouring countries take back their citizens. The protest highlights growing tension over migration in the country.
France 24 · 18 Aug, 06:04
Trump says Kim's response was 'very positive', talks make South Korea safer
US President Donald Trump said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un responded 'very positively' to him, adding that maintaining dialogue makes South Korea safer.
Al Jazeera · 18 Aug, 06:01
Tupac murder trial opens: witness recalls 'all hell broke loose' the night rapper was shot
The murder trial of former gang leader Duane Davis has begun in Las Vegas over the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur. Prosecutors say Davis orchestrated a retaliatory drive-by shooting even though he did not fire the fatal shot.
BBC World · 18 Aug, 06:01
White House personally attacks CNN reporter over question to Trump
A White House social media account launched a personal attack on CNN correspondent Kristen Holmes, invoking her children, after she asked Trump to respond to criticism from Senator Jon Ossoff. CNN defended Holmes, saying the attack was beneath the office of the presidency.
The Guardian World · 18 Aug, 06:00
Zambia Says President Hichilema Won Re-election, Securing Second Term
Zambian authorities say President Hakainde Hichilema has won re-election after a tumultuous campaign, granting him a second term. He will now have to manage relations with the Trump administration, which has sought greater access to the country's natural resources.
The New York Times · 18 Aug, 05:59
Russia keeps striking Ukraine's energy grid as officials warn of 'weaponised winter'
Russia has attacked Ukrainian energy company Naftogaz 13 times in the past week, while Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia forced flight suspensions in Moscow and the postponement of a military music festival.
Guardian Ukraina · 18 Aug, 05:00
Trump reportedly voted by mail in Florida Republican primary
Politico and the New York Times report that President Donald Trump cast his ballot by mail in Florida's Republican primary, a move the White House has confirmed despite his long-standing criticism of mail-in voting.
The Guardian World · 18 Aug, 05:00
Hichilema wins re-election as Zambia's president with pledges to double economy
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema secured a second term on Tuesday with about 60% of the vote, promising further economic growth. Critics point to persistent poverty and growing intolerance of dissent.
France 24 · 18 Aug, 04:59
Russia warns UK over drone supplies to Ukraine
Russia accused the UK of deliberately escalating the Ukraine crisis after confirmation that British-made drones were used in strikes on Russian targets. London responded that it remains committed to supporting Ukraine's defence.
BBC World · 18 Aug, 04:59
Thousands gather in London vigil to honour late Cambridge professor Jason Arday
A vigil in central London drew thousands of mourners for late Cambridge professor Jason Arday, with attendees also expressing anger over how he was portrayed in the media.
Al Jazeera · 18 Aug, 04:58
Kushner's Gaza talks in Middle East end without breakthrough
US special envoy Jared Kushner's meetings with Israeli and Hamas officials wrapped up without major progress on Washington's Gaza peace plan, though both sides agreed no redeployment or reconstruction will begin until Hamas disarms.
Euronews · 18 Aug, 04:07
Australia's 'mushroom murderer' Erin Patterson appeals triple murder conviction
A year after her high-profile trial, Erin Patterson is challenging her conviction for murdering three relatives with poisoned mushrooms, while prosecutors separately appeal her sentence as too lenient.
BBC World · 18 Aug, 04:07
UK Prime Minister exchanged messages with impostor posing as White House official
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham corresponded with a fraudster who impersonated White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, foreign media report. He cut off contact once he grew suspicious.
Jauns.lv · 18 Aug, 04:02
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Russian propagandist Solovyov dismisses talks, calls for uninterrupted strikes on Ukrainian cities
Russian state TV propagandist Vladimir Solovyov used his Sunday show to reject the idea of negotiations over the war, instead demanding continued strikes on Odesa and other Ukrainian cities.
Apollo.lv · 18 Aug, 04:02
Trump rejects MoU extension as US claims control of Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump said Iran should "put up the white flag of surrender" after the two countries' memorandum of understanding expired on Monday, with Trump refusing to extend it. The US separately claimed control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera · 18 Aug, 04:00
Trump administration temporarily halts contested border project in Big Bend National Park
US Customs and Border Protection has paused construction of a border infrastructure project in Big Bend National Park in Texas so its chief can personally assess the situation on site. The move follows sustained bipartisan opposition from residents, officials and environmental groups.
France 24 · 18 Aug, 03:58
Trump plays down concerns over Burnham's exchange with Wiles impersonator
US President Donald Trump downplayed reporters' concerns in the Oval Office about Burnham's contact with someone impersonating Wiles, saying their conversation had gone well.
Politico Europe · 18 Aug, 03:04
Russian strike on Odesa port damages civilian ship, injures four
A Russian attack on port infrastructure in Odesa Oblast damaged a civilian vessel and injured four people, three of whom were hospitalized. The strike targeted a key trade route for Ukraine.
Euromaidan Press · 18 Aug, 03:03
In the US, pet and baby names are converging
Popular dog and cat names in the US increasingly overlap with names given to children, reflecting pets' growing role as family members. Surveys show almost all pet owners consider their animals part of the family.
Jauns.lv · 18 Aug, 03:03
US scandal: Trump secretly moved to another plane after NATO summit over Iran attack fears
More than a month after the NATO summit in Ankara, a scandal has emerged in the US over Donald Trump's departure — fearing a possible Iranian attack, security secretly moved the president to another aircraft while Air Force One still took off with ministers, staff and unaware journalists aboard.
TVNET · 18 Aug, 03:02
Kushner says Gaza rebuilding will not proceed until Hamas disarms
US envoy Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, said Gaza's reconstruction will be blocked until Hamas gives up its weapons, while affirming Washington will not limit Israel's right to self-defense.
Al Jazeera · 18 Aug, 02:59
Drone attack ends three quiet weeks at CPC oil terminal near Novorossiysk
On Sunday evening, a drone struck a Greek tanker that had just loaded Russian oil at the CPC terminal near Novorossiysk. No crew were hurt and no oil spilled into the sea.
Meduza · 18 Aug, 02:59
St. Petersburg clothing brand fires employee after grandfather's death, then accuses her of orchestrating harassment campaign
An employee of St. Petersburg clothing brand OldBaby Shop said on Threads she was fired after missing work due to her grandfather's death, sparking public backlash before the owners accused her of inciting a harassment campaign against them.
Meduza · 18 Aug, 02:03
Binance data reportedly helped Russia arrest a man over donations to Ukraine's army
Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, reportedly gave Russian authorities personal data that helped identify and arrest a Russian IT specialist. The man was detained over donations he made to Ukraine's armed forces.
Euromaidan Press · 18 Aug, 02:01
Woman suffers heart attack on flight – 15 cardiologists happened to be on board
A 67-year-old British woman, Dorothy Fletcher, had a heart attack on a transatlantic flight to Florida, but 15 cardiologists traveling to a conference were among the passengers and immediately came to her aid. She recovered and made it to her daughter's wedding.
Jauns.lv · 18 Aug, 02:01
Melbourne's Armenian-Lebanese eatery Zareh named Australia's restaurant of the year
Melbourne's Armenian-Lebanese restaurant Zareh won Gourmet Traveller's restaurant of the year award, with several winners at the ceremony highlighting migrants' contribution to Australia's dining scene.
The Guardian World · 18 Aug, 02:00
Colombia shifts to recovery week after deadly earthquake
A week after a deadly earthquake, Colombia is moving from rescue operations to sheltering survivors, delivering aid and rebuilding damaged areas.
Al Jazeera · 18 Aug, 01:58
US, Israel set up working groups on Gaza disarmament
The United States and Israel have established joint working groups to advance talks on disarmament in Gaza, though the two sides still disagree on how to define the term.
Politico Europe · 18 Aug, 01:58
Russia's Transport Ministry denies plans to expand trip data collection
Russia's Transport Ministry says it has no plans to change how carriers' data on passengers' trips is stored, insisting that a proposal only concerns sharing anonymized ticket-price data with the state statistics agency. This contradicts an earlier report by outlet Verstka about broader data collection plans.
Meduza · 18 Aug, 01:04