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North Korea fires a suspected missile toward the sea, Japan says
North Korea launched a suspected ballistic missile toward the sea on Thursday, according to Japan, following a U.S. decision to reduce military exercises with South Korea.
US Department of Justice defends prosecution of Comey over seashell post
The DOJ is defending its prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey over an Instagram post featuring seashells arranged as “86 47,” which prosecutors claim was a coded threat against President Trump.
NATO ‘prepared’ to defend allies amid report of Iranian strike plans
NATO says it is prepared to defend against potential Iranian attacks on US military targets in Europe, as Bulgaria increases security at its air base hosting American personnel.
Kennedy Center board says it won’t try to immediately restore Trump’s name
The Kennedy Center’s board committed to not taking action to restore President Trump’s name before September 8 amid an ongoing legal dispute over the venue’s naming.
Canada boosts Lebanon aid to $50m and condemns Israeli ‘unlawful invasion’
Canada announced $50 million in additional humanitarian aid to Lebanon and condemned Israel’s military presence there, bringing total assistance this year to over $50 million.
Iran’s hardline parliament raises concerns with ‘foreign infiltration’ plan
Iran’s hardline parliament approved broad outlines of a plan targeting foreign “infiltration” in academia, media and culture, raising concerns about restricting personal freedoms and scientific cooperation.
Zambia opposition leader to challenge Hichilema election victory in court
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile announced plans to challenge President Hakainde Hichilema’s election victory in court, citing documented irregularities and voting fraud allegations following the August 13 vote.
Trump nominates Heidi Overton to lead US Food and Drug Administration
President Trump nominates Heidi Overton, a policy aide from a Trump-aligned think tank, as FDA commissioner to replace the departed Dr. Marty Makary.
Wednesday briefing: Why do people think crime is going up when it isn’t?
A study from King’s College London found that most Britons believe crime is rising despite statistics showing it has decreased significantly over recent decades.
Aid workers faced record number of attacks in 2025
A record 907 aid workers faced violent attacks in 2025, with 350 killed. The UN humanitarian office cited increased use of armed drones as a contributing factor to the escalating risks.
Congo’s Ebola outbreak reaches 5,000 cases as it outpaces response efforts
Congo’s Ebola outbreak has reached 5,000 confirmed cases with over 2,300 deaths, spreading faster than any prior outbreak as security concerns hamper response efforts in remote regions.
Tupac’s murder was act of revenge, prosecutors allege in trial’s opening day
Prosecutors allege former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis orchestrated the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rapper Tupac Shakur in retaliation for a beating of Davis’s nephew earlier that day.
Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctions
The US announced plans for unprecedented economic sanctions against Iran while a memorandum of understanding expired, as Tehran prepares countermeasures to maintain its economy amid blockades and international isolation.
Disney and ABC sue Trump’s media regulator to stop early licence renewal
Disney and ABC filed a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration’s early broadcast licence renewal process, claiming the network is being unfairly targeted over editorial content.
US judge says government can revoke deportation protections for Ethiopians
A US federal judge ruled that the Trump administration can revoke Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, removing the final judicial obstacle to the termination.
US seeks to revive criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
The Trump administration seeks to revive criminal charges against Salvadoran national Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose wrongful deportation sparked scrutiny of US immigration authorities.
US Justice Department denies whistleblower claims on anti-Semitism probes
A whistleblower alleges that the Trump administration predetermined findings that prestigious universities violated civil rights law regarding anti-Semitism, while the Justice Department disputes the allegations.
Man in doll mask threatening Philadelphia residents, police say
Philadelphia police are searching for a man wearing a creepy doll mask who has threatened and chased multiple residents near City Hall, with at least six reported incidents.
What is it like to be on a warship for months?
A US Navy veteran who served 111 days aboard a warship describes the psychological toll of extended deployments, as concerns mount about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during the US-Iran war.
Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman if it ‘gets in the way’ over Iran deal
President Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it interferes with US-Iran negotiations over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has been largely closed during ongoing military conflict.
Ukraine war briefing: Russian campaign to ‘weaponise winter’ under way
Russian forces launched over a dozen drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure this week, with officials characterizing the campaign as an attempt to weaponize the approaching winter season.
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