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Australian government plans migration cuts, delays key Burke speech

Australia's Labor government will announce new rules to reduce net overseas migration and push temporary residents to leave, but the changes are not expected to lower the target below 295,000 this financial year. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke's major speech on the issue has been postponed.

The Guardian World · 5 Aug, 05:50

America's biggest food distributor halts iceberg lettuce purchases from Mexico

America's largest food distributor has stopped buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico amid a viral outbreak linked to at least two deaths. The number of cases of 'explosive diarrhoea' is reported to be rising.

Sky News · 5 Aug, 04:52

Russian soldier's rampage in Crimea and fresh attacks mark latest Ukraine war violence

A Russian soldier in Crimea killed four people and wounded others before being arrested, while Kyiv was hit by Russian missiles and Ukrainian drones struck warehouses inside Russia. New footage shows a Russian drone attacking a civilian vendor in Kherson, prompting war crime accusations.

Guardian Ukraina · 5 Aug, 04:51

Armed man arrested at Trump's LA golf course before president's visit

A man was arrested at Trump's golf course in Los Angeles ahead of a presidential visit, with police finding a loaded pistol and rifle in his possession, car and home.

Al Jazeera · 5 Aug, 04:49

One killed, 12 injured in Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv

A Russian ballistic missile and drone attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region has killed one woman and injured at least 12 people, according to Ukrainian officials.

BBC World · 5 Aug, 04:49

CDC reportedly expands US cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reportedly expanded the largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states, adding six new states. The source is linked to iceberg lettuce, and Michigan has reported the first two deaths.

The Guardian World · 5 Aug, 04:49

Woman Injured in Russian Attack on Brovary District, Kyiv Oblast

A woman was injured in a Russian attack on Brovary district in Kyiv Oblast, according to Ukrainska Pravda.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Aug, 03:55

Kenya's mysterious elephant deaths prompt scrutiny of pesticide use

After 15 elephants were found dead near Amboseli National Park in Kenya, authorities suspect pesticide poisoning, but conservationists and farmers question the official explanation.

BBC World · 5 Aug, 03:53

Iran and Oman Talks on Hormuz Called Positive; Ship Struck in Red Sea

Iran says its talks with Oman on Hormuz are proceeding positively, while US officials suggest a deal could be possible soon. A ship was also reported hit in the Red Sea.

Al Jazeera · 5 Aug, 03:52

Armed Man Detained Before Trump Fundraising Dinner in California

An armed individual was arrested in California after apparently checking security preparations for a Trump fundraising dinner. Governor Newsom has criticized the president's visit while wildfire disaster aid remains withheld.

Politico Europe · 5 Aug, 03:51

Ukraine’s ballistic missiles may force Russia to choose between air defence and ground strikes

Russia currently uses S-400 air defence systems to strike ground targets, but Ukraine's new ballistic missiles could force a change of priorities.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Aug, 03:50

Ibac report: former Victoria government officials engaged in ‘serious and concerning’ conduct

Victoria’s anti-corruption watchdog has found senior members of the former Andrews government acted improperly in dealings with a firefighters union boss, but found no evidence of blackmail.

The Guardian World · 5 Aug, 03:50

SpaceX rocket piece set for unintentional moon impact on Wednesday

A four-tonne piece of a SpaceX rocket that has been drifting in orbit since last year will unintentionally crash into the moon on Wednesday, creating a new crater but posing no danger to Earth.

The Guardian Science · 5 Aug, 03:50

U.S. State Department Revokes Visa of Brazil's Ambassador in Washington

The U.S. State Department has cancelled the visa of Brazil's ambassador to the United States, a move that deepens the diplomatic crisis between the two countries.

The New York Times · 5 Aug, 03:49

No injuries in Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia children's hospital

Russian forces attacked the territory of the Zaporizhzhia Oblast Children's Clinical Hospital on 4 August. All children and staff were in a shelter, so no casualties were reported.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Aug, 02:58

Explosion near Moscow restaurant; Russian authorities blame Ukraine

An explosion took place last weekend in central Moscow near an Italian restaurant. Russian authorities have called it a terrorist attack and blamed Ukraine, but many questions remain unanswered.

TVNET · 5 Aug, 02:57

Vērdiņš: Ukraine's political crisis and command change as a test of resilience

In a Delfi commentary, Mārtiņš Vērdiņš analyzes Ukraine's political crisis triggered by the defense minister's resignation and the change of the army's commander-in-chief, arguing that Ukraine has so far passed the test.

Delfi · 5 Aug, 02:57

Campaign Warns UK Open Water Can Be Dangerous for Dogs and Owners

Dogs Trust has launched a campaign urging owners to be cautious around lakes, canals, rivers and the sea, as data shows a rise in dog-related incidents. The initiative emphasizes that even confident swimmers can struggle.

The Guardian World · 5 Aug, 02:52

Sri Lanka closes schools after floods and mudslides kill 7

Torrential rains in Sri Lanka have caused floods and mudslides, damaging 129 houses and forcing nearly 3,500 people to evacuate, while officials report seven deaths and school closures.

Al Jazeera · 5 Aug, 02:50

Indian women 'cockroach' protesters face online abuse and doxxing after joining movement

Young women who took part in India's anti-government protests say they have been subjected to rape threats, doctored images and harassment online, with some forced to delete their posts. Four women told the BBC about the abuse they experienced.

BBC World · 5 Aug, 01:51

Europe Promised Ukraine a Deterrence Force, but Key Missiles Arrive Only in 2029

Europe has pledged to provide Ukraine with a deterrence force, but the missiles needed to make it effective are not expected until 2029. The only deep-strike production line that could open sooner is located in Ukrainian factories.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Aug, 01:49

US hands Ukraine military aid coordination to European allies as Pentagon restructures command

The Pentagon says the Security Assistance Group-Ukraine, which has coordinated billions of dollars in military aid since 2022, is transitioning its mission to European allies. The move reflects Europe's growing role in supporting Kyiv's defense.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Aug, 00:56

Media raise alarm over US missile stockpile depletion, White House paints rosy picture

Reuters reports that the US has used nearly all of its ground-based long-range missiles ATACMS and PrSM during the war with Iran, sparking concerns about readiness for other conflicts. The White House says stockpiles remain ample.

Jauns.lv · 5 Aug, 00:53

Funeral Held for Family Killed in US Strike on Iran's Qeshm Island

A couple and their toddler, killed in a US strike on Iran's Qeshm Island, have been laid to rest in a funeral ceremony.

Al Jazeera · 5 Aug, 00:53

Indian-flagged ship sinks off Yemen in attack blamed on Houthis

Yemen's internationally recognized government has accused the Houthis of sinking an Indian-flagged ship off the Yemeni coast using a boat laden with explosives. The incident comes as US officials express hope for a deal with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.

BBC World · 5 Aug, 00:51

Jetstar to introduce fees for overhead luggage; Australian government scraps 'widow tax'

Australia's Jetstar will charge passengers for overhead baggage space from 2027, while the federal government has dropped a controversial tax measure affecting widows and divorcees.

The Guardian World · 5 Aug, 00:50

Media: Iran demands full control over ships entering Strait of Hormuz

Diplomatic efforts to resolve the US-Iran conflict continue, but on Tuesday only US officials publicly expressed hopes for a quick agreement. Meanwhile, Iran and Oman are discussing navigation rules in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran reportedly demanding full control over incoming vessels.

LSM · 4 Aug, 23:55

Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence

Jay Clayton has been sworn in as the ninth director of national intelligence, succeeding Tulsi Gabbard. His confirmation was overshadowed by his refusal to explicitly acknowledge that Donald Trump lost the 2020 presidential election.

The Guardian World · 4 Aug, 23:54

Ghana introduces up to 20 years in jail for selling or repurposing cocoa land

Ghana's parliament has cracked down on the sale or repurposing of land used for cocoa cultivation, with penalties of up to 20 years in prison. Cocoa is described as the country's most important crop.

France 24 · 4 Aug, 23:52

Ukraine's air defenses remain a critical vulnerability

While Ukraine's forces have largely held the front lines, Russian ballistic missiles expose a key weakness: a severe shortage of U.S.-made Patriot interceptor missiles.

NPR World · 4 Aug, 23:51

Netanyahu insists no Gaza withdrawal without full Hamas disarmament

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that troops will not pull back from their current positions in Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, casting fresh doubt on a deal announced by US President Donald Trump.

Euronews · 4 Aug, 23:51

Ukraine downs 445,000 Russian aerial threats since 2022, but Moscow's evolving tactics strain air defense

Ukraine has intercepted 445,000 Russian aerial threats since 2022, but a near-miss strike on Lithuania's Kyiv embassy and a rising share of ballistic missiles indicate Russia's air campaign is becoming harder to stop.

Euromaidan Press · 4 Aug, 23:49

Zelensky instructs government to prepare accelerated EU accession programme

President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked the prime minister and a deputy prime minister to draw up a programme for Ukraine's faster entry into the European Union, with details expected in August.

ERR (rus) · 4 Aug, 22:56

Utility company equipment caused deadly 2025 Eaton fire, long-awaited report finds

Los Angeles County fire officials say the Eaton fire that killed 19 people and destroyed or damaged more than 9,000 structures was ignited by electrical arcing on an out-of-service Southern California Edison tower.

The Guardian World · 4 Aug, 22:55