Today so far 2026-09-26 · 06:00 UTC

Russia has escalated its attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure, with Zelensky saying Russia has widened attacks to hit Ukraine's data centres, while international tensions remain high elsewhere as Iran offers the US a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in seven days. In other significant developments, the Supreme Court permits states to use SAVE database for citizenship checks, Germany faces political turmoil as Merz scrambles for support amid the country's identity crisis, and the FBI is dealing with fallout from a major data breach that has left agents concerned about operational security.

Pakistan to meet King Charles after Lord's controversy

Pakistan will have an audience with King Charles this week, days after a threat to cancel their tour of England was made because of an interview with the sons of Imran Khan.

2026-08-30 · 14:43 UTC
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Boat carrying some 270 people capsizes off northern Cyprus

2026-08-30 · 12:15

A local mayor says 159 passengers have been reached so far, with a rescue operation under way.

Zambian opposition leader charged with treason

2026-08-30 · 09:08

Mundubile had previously gone into hiding at a United Nations building in Zambia's capital.

Iceland rejects reopening talks on EU entry

2026-08-30 · 08:07

One dead and five injured in Swiss shooting, police say

2026-08-30 · 06:27

"The manhunt for the unknown perpetrator is under way," local police said.

Google: Lake Ontario/Lake America name change in the U.S. will appear in Maps

2026-08-30 · 05:26

The U.S. Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) has officially renamed "Lake Ontario" to "Lake America" within U.S.

WhatsApp chat used to send cash for crime and extremism

2026-08-30 · 04:59

The WhatsApp money launderers arranged cash transfers in the UK and around the world with no paper trail.

Iceland EU referendum on a knife edge as counting continues

2026-08-30 · 03:57

A vote on whether to resume membership talks with the European Union is too close to call.

Benjamin Franklin's Alter Egos Gave Him the Most Freedom

2026-08-30 · 01:09

Benjamin Franklin created dozens of alter egos throughout his life—including the widow Silence Dogood, the unmarried…

Canada installs large Lake Ontario sign in latest jab at US

2026-08-30 · 00:17

Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled a billboard on Canada's shoreline with the message: "Lake Ontario. Now and Always."

Lawmakers added $1 to car insurance policies. That money paid for Flock cameras

2026-08-29 · 23:17

In 2023, Texas lawmakers added a $1 fee to car insurance policies ostensibly to combat catalytic converter theft, but…

They fell in love - then had to check they weren't brother and sister

2026-08-29 · 23:03

A French couple - both conceived by sperm donors - wanted children.

Goldman Sachs Predicts Gold Will Hit $4,900 by Year-End

2026-08-29 · 22:49

Goldman Sachs analysts forecast gold prices will reach $4,900 per troy ounce this year, supported by central bank…

Palestinian woman and NBC News team attacked by masked Israeli settlers

2026-08-29 · 21:51

Masked Israeli settlers attacked and injured a Palestinian woman and four members of an NBC News team reporting in the…

Former Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruption

2026-08-29 · 19:44

Lenín Moreno denies taking bribes from a Chinese firm to secure a contract to build a hydroelectric plant.

Norway's new king remembers 'my dear father' in first speech

2026-08-29 · 19:06

Haakon VIII pays emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V, before outlining how he wishes to reign.

DHS is using obscure law to snoop on journalists, non-profits, unions

2026-08-29 · 18:44

The Trump administration has used an obscure customs law (19 USC 1509) to secretly obtain private information from…

BRICS+ Nations Now Hold Over 6,000 Tons Of Gold

2026-08-29 · 18:05

BRICS+ bloc nations would hold more than 6000 tons of gold, or 17.4% of official global reserves, according to an…

Bernie Sanders Vows Legislation to 'Stop Flock and AI Mass Surveillance'

2026-08-29 · 17:31

The Vermont senator warned that the surveillance company's 120,000-plus AI cameras are pushing the US toward a…

Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos deported from US to UK

2026-08-29 · 17:25

The self-styled provocateur had been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Deadly strike on Kyiv warehouse prompts evacuations

2026-08-29 · 13:55

Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson reports from Kyiv after the deadly strike, which authorities said killed more than 30…

Sensex’s 2,200-Point CAS Swing Triggers SEBI Scrutiny: Did India’s New Closing System Create a Liquidity Trap?

2026-08-29 · 11:53

SEBI’s new Closing Auction Session (CAS) is now under increased scrutiny as the Sensex plunged by more than 2,000 points.

Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining EU

2026-08-29 · 11:39

Icelanders are voting in a referendum on whether to resume EU membership negotiations, which were halted 13 years ago.

Indian Banks’ Bad Loans Hit a Record Low: What It Means for Credit, Markets and Crypto Investors

2026-08-29 · 10:57

India’s banking sector is reportedly entering a new phase after years of high bad loans.

Why Trump’s 65B Venezuela Oil Deal Matters for Bitcoin and Stocks

2026-08-29 · 09:46

President Trump just announced what he calls the “biggest oil deal in world history”. The U.S.

At least 27 dead and hundreds evacuated after strikes near Kyiv

2026-08-29 · 09:38

A 14-year-old girl is among the dead after an attack near the capital overnight, the region's governor said.

Dutch institute issues 'red alert' over Trump-shaped ecstasy pills

2026-08-29 · 08:48

The drugs have a delayed effect which "increases the risk of overdose", the institute has advised.

The Fed Just Changed the September Trade — Here’s What Moved Markets

2026-08-29 · 07:50

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech quickly reshaped September rate expectations, forcing traders to…

Ex-White House teleprompter operator ordered to pay $172,000 for Trump speech bets

2026-08-29 · 07:11

The staffer was found to have used his prior knowledge of the president's speeches to place lucrative bets.

Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole Speech Pushes Markets to Reprice Fed Rate Outlook

2026-08-29 · 04:35

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh used his Jackson Hole address to explain his approach to monetary policy and inflation…

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