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Cambridge professor Jason Arday found dead after resigning over plagiarism claims
Jason Arday, a University of Cambridge professor who resigned last week following allegations of plagiarism and discrepancies in his career record, has been found dead at his home in south London. Police said the death is being treated as unexpected but not suspicious.
The Guardian World · 15 Aug, 00:09
Former Cambridge professor at center of plagiarism scandal found dead in London
Jason Arday, the former Cambridge professor who resigned amid plagiarism allegations, was found dead in south London on Friday. Police say his death is being treated as unexpected but not suspicious.
Deutsche Welle · 15 Aug, 00:09
Croatia wildfire kills one, injures dozens; thousands evacuated
A severe wildfire sweeping Croatia's coast has killed at least one person and injured around 40 others. About 1,200 residents and tourists were evacuated, with ten people hospitalised in intensive care.
BBC World · 15 Aug, 00:07
Eleven bodies spotted off Libya's coast by migrant rescue monitoring plane
An NGO monitoring flight spotted 11 decomposing bodies in the sea off Libya on Friday. SOS Méditerranée says the sight is a stark reminder of the human cost of Europe's migration policies.
Euronews · 15 Aug, 00:07
Trump: Nearly nine-month carrier deployment in Iran war 'not nearly long enough'
President Donald Trump dismissed concerns over the nearly nine-month deployment of USS Abraham Lincoln, saying it was "not nearly long enough," as lawmakers demand answers about conditions on board.
France 24 · 15 Aug, 00:06
Russia puts on trial soldier who surrendered to save his five soldiers
Russia's 2nd Western District Military Court has begun reviewing a case against 30-year-old Vladislav Balgrabsky, who surrendered to Ukrainian forces to save five soldiers under his command. He faces charges of voluntary surrender, desertion, and treason.
Meduza · 15 Aug, 00:05
Katz Urges Police to Take Over Palestinian Protection After Settler Siege
Defense Minister Katz has asked the military to hand over to police the responsibility for protecting Palestinians after two West Bank families were besieged by violent settlers.
The New York Times · 15 Aug, 00:04
More than 100 drones detected near Romania in four days, NATO jets scrambled seven times
More than 100 drones were detected near Romania over four days, with NATO fighter jets scrambled seven times. The latest figures show Russia’s drone war increasingly reaching NATO’s eastern flank, and Romania has already been forced to destroy several drones this summer.
Euromaidan Press · 15 Aug, 00:01
Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow $400m ballroom project to proceed
Donald Trump has petitioned the US Supreme Court to allow a $400m ballroom project to proceed, challenging an appeals court ruling that required congressional authorisation.
Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 23:09
Prominent Mexican Politician Says U.S. Revoked His Visa
Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, the son of a former Mexican president, says his U.S. visa was cancelled and has sharply criticized the Trump administration. The episode adds another flashpoint to strained U.S.-Mexico relations.
The New York Times · 14 Aug, 23:08
Bulldozers move into Big Bend National Park as US border project advances
New footage shows bulldozers working at the mouth of Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park, part of a multibillion-dollar US-Mexico border expansion. Officials say it is survey work, but activists and local critics warn of environmental damage.
The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 23:04
Bloomberg: US questionnaire tests NATO allies' loyalty to Trump policies
The US administration has sent NATO allies a questionnaire on their support for President Trump's foreign policy, prompting a strongly negative reaction, Bloomberg reports.
Meduza · 14 Aug, 23:03
Russian soldier gets 12 years for holding Ukrainian woman in basement and raping her
A Ukrainian court has sentenced a Russian soldier to 12 years in prison for keeping a Ukrainian woman captive in a basement and raping her for two months. The abuse ended only after Ukrainian troops captured him in December 2025 and freed the woman.
Euromaidan Press · 14 Aug, 22:08
Farage Takes an Offensive Line After Returning to Parliament, Dismissing Financial Allegations
Nigel Farage, the Reform U.K. leader who regained his parliamentary seat on Thursday after resigning, remains on the offensive and says voters do not care about allegations of financial impropriety.
The New York Times · 14 Aug, 22:08
Two women detained in Poznan over attack on Ukrainians
Police in the Polish city of Poznan have detained two women after they behaved aggressively toward Ukrainian nationals outside a restaurant. The suspects, believed to be intoxicated, were identified with the help of social media footage.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 14 Aug, 22:07
France's Constitutional Council approves assisted suicide law; some provisions need clarification
France's Constitutional Council on Friday approved the law on assisted suicide. The council also said that some provisions require clarification.
TVNET · 14 Aug, 22:06
France's Constitutional Council Approves Assisted Dying Bill
France's Constitutional Council on Friday approved the law on assisted suicide, though some provisions need clarification. The legislation would allow terminally ill patients facing unbearable suffering to end their lives with medical help.
Jauns.lv · 14 Aug, 22:00
Eight dead in Japan as record rains trigger floods
Record rainfall in Japan has killed eight people and left thousands without power after floods hit Chiba prefecture near Tokyo. Transport and electricity were disrupted, and thousands were stranded at Narita airport.
ERR (rus) · 14 Aug, 22:00
Protests resume outside Ukraine's presidential office in Kyiv
Around 500 people gathered in Kyiv's Franko Square on the evening of 14 August to demand dialogue, a clear government action plan and anti-corruption measures in the defence sector, while voicing support for former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 14 Aug, 21:09
‘It’s due to climate’: Stourbridge residents on the town’s devastating wildfires
Wildfires in Stourbridge, where temperatures hit a record 38.1C, destroyed 19 homes and damaged 18 more. Residents and a bishop say the disaster is a wake-up call on climate change.
The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 21:07
Mangione pleads guilty to killing UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione admitted in federal court on Friday to fatally shooting UnitedHealthCare chief executive Brian Thompson in Manhattan, also pleading guilty to stalking charges. He faces up to life in prison, with sentencing scheduled for December 18.
Euronews · 14 Aug, 21:03
Alaska guide smiles as grizzly bear dines on salmon right behind him
An Alaska fishing guide captured a tense moment when a grizzly bear ate a salmon extremely close to him. The video went viral, though experts warn against repeating such risky behavior.
Latvijas Avīze · 14 Aug, 21:00
Detained Russian Citizen Plotted to Kill Ukrainian Rapper Kyivstoner, Polish Media Say
Polish media reported that a detained Russian citizen had been preparing an assassination attempt against Ukrainian rapper Kyivstoner, who holds dual Ukrainian and American citizenship.
Jauns.lv · 14 Aug, 21:00
US backs Japan's sovereignty over Russian-held islands after Putin visit
The United States reaffirmed support for Japan's sovereignty over the four islands controlled by Russia after Vladimir Putin became the first Russian president in 15 years to visit the disputed territory. Japan summoned Russia's ambassador and called the visit "absolutely unacceptable."
Euronews · 14 Aug, 20:08
HUR: 18 of 26 Russian oil and stolen-grain ships face no sanctions
Ukraine's military intelligence reports that the majority of Russian ships involved in oil transportation and illicit grain exports evade international sanctions.
Euromaidan Press · 14 Aug, 20:02
Colombia rescuers race to free man found alive under collapsed hotel after deadly quake
Rescue teams in the Colombian city of Pereira are working against the clock to reach a man found alive beneath a collapsed hotel, a rare spark of hope four days after a devastating 7.4-magnitude earthquake. The death toll has reached 285, with nearly 400 people still missing.
France 24 · 14 Aug, 20:00
France's Constitutional Council blocks law barring under-15s from social media
France's Constitutional Council has struck down a law that would have banned children under 15 from using social networks, saying it violated freedom of expression.
ERR (rus) · 14 Aug, 19:58
Barnsley test: can Burnham steer voters back to Labour?
After Labour's historic defeat in Barnsley's May local elections, new PM Andy Burnham is hoping to win back voters. A byelection in the town will test whether the party has turned a corner.
The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 19:16
Stray Goat Borka Becomes Mascot of Spartan Brigade After 18 Months on Front Lines
A stray goat named Borka has become the Spartan Brigade’s mascot after enduring 18 months on the front lines in Donetsk Oblast. Soldiers once entered drone range to rescue the animal.
Euromaidan Press · 14 Aug, 19:14
Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing
Mangione has pleaded guilty in federal court to shooting Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, while separate state charges remain unresolved.
Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 19:11
UK imposes temporary ban on disposable barbecue sales and deploys military as wildfires rage
The UK government has temporarily banned the sale of disposable barbecues and called in the military to help tackle wildfires. The prime minister urged caution in a "tinderbox" Britain, with at least 19 people hospitalised in one fire-hit area.
The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 18:09
Taliban Rule Takes Heavy Toll on Education of Both Girls and Boys in Afghanistan
Saturday marked five years since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan, with girls' education severely affected and boys' education also suffering, though less reported.
NPR World · 14 Aug, 18:07
Putin’s 2026 Goal Is to Break Up EU and NATO From Within, NYT Reports, With Moldova as Key Lever
NYT, citing officials from two countries, reports that Putin set a 2026 goal to dismantle NATO and the European Union from within, with Moldova playing a major role. Western intelligence says that after subjugating Ukraine, the Kremlin’s second priority is gaining control over Moldova.
Delfi · 14 Aug, 18:06
Russia Plans to Create ‘Rapist-Pedophile’ Database
Russia is planning to create a unified electronic registry of people who committed sexual violence against minors, with a possible launch in 2027. The database’s name, contents and public access remain unclear.
Meduza · 14 Aug, 18:04
Kushner to Visit Israel After Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Board of Peace Plan
A planned visit by Kushner to Israel will address Israeli opposition to a proposal requiring Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Gaza, according to a board official.
Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 18:03
Captured Akhmat fighter says he chose Ukraine, drone guided him away from Russian ranks
A captured fighter from the Akhmat unit, identified as Magomed, says he voluntarily sided with Ukraine and was led away from Russian positions by a drone. He also said previous Chechen defections had prompted Russian commanders to check soldiers' phones and tighten surveillance.
Euromaidan Press · 14 Aug, 18:00