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US intelligence ‘believes Russia was behind Leipzig airport drone bomb’
US intelligence believes Russia was responsible for a drone attack on a German airport, though Berlin has not formally accused Moscow as political sensitivities complicate the response.
Despite Mideast wars, 20 million gather in Iraq for Shia pilgrimage
Approximately 20 million pilgrims gathered in Karbala for the Arbaeen commemoration, with many connecting the ancient historical event to contemporary Middle Eastern conflicts and recent geopolitical developments.
Police use teargas on young Indians as government jobs protest escalates
Thousands of young job-seekers clashed with police in Jharkhand during a protest over alleged irregularities in government recruitment examinations, with officers deploying teargas and water cannons.
Flip-flopping Netanyahu rejects Gaza plan but cannot placate all his allies
Israeli PM Netanyahu publicly rejected a US-backed Gaza plan while reportedly negotiating its details with military officials days earlier, struggling to balance demands from far-right coalition allies and the Trump administration.
Trump demands Iran pay compensation for decades of US soldier deaths
Donald Trump demands Iran pay war reparations for US soldier deaths and regional damages as his negotiations to end Middle East conflicts face setbacks.
The lonely Chinese men being conned by fake brides
Vulnerable Chinese men seeking wives through matchmaking agencies in Guiyang are being defrauded by women posing as potential brides, losing hundreds of thousands of yuan in elaborate scams exploiting the country’s severe gender imbalance.
Nvidia gets $500bn from Wall Street giants to develop AI projects
Nvidia has secured $500 billion in funding from major Wall Street firms including Apollo, BlackRock, and Goldman Sachs to develop AI infrastructure and hardware projects.
Colombia’s far-right government recognises Israeli claim over Golan Heights
Colombia’s newly inaugurated far-right president has recognised Israeli sovereignty over the occupied Golan Heights, becoming only the second country after the United States to do so.
Trump’s media company reports $238m loss
Trump’s media company reported a $238 million net loss in the second quarter of 2026, with revenue of only $1.7 million, primarily due to unrealised losses on digital assets.
New Houthi missile and drone attacks kill seven in Yemen’s al-Makha
Houthi forces launched fresh missile and drone strikes on Yemen’s al-Makha port city, killing at least seven people and wounding 30 others in attacks that extended a broader assault on government-held coastal areas.
Could Morocco’s football chief Fouzi Lekjaa become its next prime minister?
Morocco’s budget minister and football federation president Fouzi Lekjaa has joined a political party ahead of parliamentary elections on September 23, sparking debate about managerial competence versus traditional politics.
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoes medical procedure
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is undergoing medical examinations and procedures on specialist advice, with observation expected to last two days. The announcement coincided with his 79th birthday.
Israeli forces kill one in Gaza as another body recovered from rubble
Israeli forces have killed at least one Palestinian in Gaza, with another body recovered from rubble, as attacks continue in the war-affected territory.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in reduced third phase amid unrest
Pakistan-administered Kashmir held its third and final phase of Legislative Assembly elections on Monday, though only four of eleven planned constituencies participated due to regional unrest and security concerns.
Ukrainian drone attack kills 13 in Russia’s Tatarstan, officials say
At least 13 people, including one child, were killed in a Ukrainian drone strike on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk in Tatarstan, with 39 others injured, officials said.
‘Like the movies’: How Ukraine’s ground robots are changing rules of war
Ukraine is deploying ground robots manufactured by startups to transport ammunition, supplies, and wounded soldiers, reducing casualty risks as the country faces manpower shortages in its conflict with Russia.
Israel’s ‘Green Rafah’ plan aims to fragment Gaza, experts say
Israel has approved infrastructure development in eastern Rafah, dubbed “Green Rafah,” which experts say is designed to permanently fragment Gaza and reshape Palestinian territorial control.
Italy condemns Spain’s ‘unacceptable’ border controls as Ceuta fallout intensifies
Italy’s foreign minister condemned Spain’s retaliatory border checks on Italian travelers as “completely unacceptable,” escalating tensions between the two nations over migration policy and a recent influx into the Spanish territory of Ceuta.
Concerns mount over integrity of Israel’s upcoming October elections
Israel’s October 27 election faces mounting integrity concerns from political leaders and civil rights groups, with nearly three-quarters of Jewish Israelis worried about the vote’s fairness amid claims of government interference.
Pentagon urges faster US weapons production amid stockpile concerns
The Pentagon is pushing US defense contractors to significantly accelerate weapons production to address depleted munitions stockpiles following the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Incumbents secure Hawaii primary wins, defying progressive challengers
US Representative Ed Case defeated a progressive Democratic challenger in Hawaii’s primary, securing 57% of the vote against state Senator Jarrett Keohokalole’s 34%, setting up a November general election matchup.
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Townsville Mayoral Candidate Received $100k From Clive Palmer Despite Denials
The Townsville Bulletin reports that Townsville independent mayoral candidate Greg Dowling received $100,000 from one of Clive Palmer’s companies a day before he announced his candidacy. This strikes many in Townsville as odd, to say the least, because Dowling told...
What Are the Major Risks for the European Real Estate in 2019-2020?
The European real estate market continues to be one of the most popular in the world, yet like other markets, there are several factors that could have a negative impact on future performance. Unfortunately, most of the important reasons don’t have anything to do with...
Why Developed Countries Maintain Such High Car Sales
Why Car Sales Are Still So High Car sales are booming in developed countries around the world, especially in countries like the United States and Australia. People are buying new vehicles on a consistent basis, and it doesn’t appear that purchases are slowing down...
New Research Reveals American Attitudes Towards Climate Change
A new survey published uncovers Americans’ thoughts and attitudes towards climate change, showing more 50 percent of Americans don’t know what The Paris Agreement is, a global initiative to combat climate change that President Donald Trump’s administration famously...