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A nation divided: What do Israelis want in October’s elections?
Israelis will vote October 27 on fundamental questions about democracy and governance, with the Palestinian issue largely sidelined and attention focused on domestic concerns including judicial reform and security matters.
Hundreds arrested on suspicion of arson in France as wildfires rage across Europe
Nearly 500 people have been arrested in France on suspicion of arson as wildfires sweep across Europe during record-breaking heat, with major fires affecting multiple countries and forcing mass evacuations.
Families of USS Lincoln crew say Trump should be ‘ashamed’ of conditions on board
Families of USS Abraham Lincoln sailors criticize Trump’s comments on the ship’s extended nine-month deployment amid reports of food shortages, plumbing problems, and mental health concerns among crew members.
Hamas leader heads to Cairo for Gaza talks ahead of Kushner visit
Hamas leader al-Hayya travels to Cairo for talks with Egyptian officials ahead of planned Middle East visit by US envoy Jared Kushner to discuss Gaza negotiations.
Observers say Zambia’s election marred by reports of intimidation, violence
International observers monitoring Zambia’s presidential election raised concerns over intimidation and abductions after vote counting was suspended following reports of violence at polling stations.
Ukraine targets Moscow in mass drone attack as Russia bombards Kyiv
Ukraine launched a mass drone attack on Moscow, killing at least one person, while Russia bombarded Kyiv with ballistic missiles, according to officials on both sides.
New satellite images show Europe’s disappearing rivers due to drought
Satellite imagery documents record-low water levels across Europe’s major rivers including the Loire, Po, Rhine and Danube, with drought conditions affecting half the continent’s land area during summer.
Indian PM Modi warns about left-wing activists in Independence Day speech
Indian PM Modi declared success against armed Maoist rebels but warned of ongoing threats from left-wing intellectuals and activists during an Independence Day address.
Five years on, how will Taliban deal with armed opposition?
Five years after the Taliban’s return to power in August 2021, multiple armed opposition groups have emerged across Afghanistan, though experts question whether they represent genuine expansion or fragmentation of resistance forces.
From Europe to Asia, floods to heatwaves, world experiences weather shocks
Japan experienced record-breaking rainfall and flooding on Aug. 13, 2026, killing at least eight people and displacing over 100,000 residents, while Europe simultaneously endured its fifth heat wave of the summer affecting 300 million people.
Sen. Ruben Gallego on handling of USS Lincoln conditions: ‘That’s not proper leadership’
Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego is calling for greater Pentagon oversight of the USS Abraham Lincoln, citing reports of long hours, limited food, and deteriorating morale among its 5,000+ sailors.
Feds probe ‘mention markets.’ And, lawmakers call for investigation into USS Lincoln
Federal regulators are reviewing prediction market sites like Kalshi that allow betting on public figures’ word choices, prompting the platform to remove mention markets from its offerings.
Benjamin Netanyahu describes UK as ‘first Islamic republic to get a nuclear weapon’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the UK an ‘Islamic republic’ with nuclear weapons during a radio interview, drawing criticism from British officials and Israeli opposition figures.
Instagram accounts fuel Ceuta crisis with paid advice for help to cross
Instagram accounts are promoting dangerous border crossings to Spain’s Ceuta enclave while charging migrants hundreds of pounds for advice, contributing to a recent crisis that killed at least 100 people.
Mutual defence: The alliances that preceded Turkiye-Pakistan-Saudi pact
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye signed a mutual defence pact with provisions for joint military exercises and coordinated defence strategies, similar to NATO’s collective defence framework.
Kushner to visit Israel after Netanyahu rejects Gaza Board of Peace plan
Jared Kushner will travel to Israel and Egypt next week to advance a US-backed peace plan for Gaza, following Prime Minister Netanyahu’s rejection of the proposal.
Bird flu has been evolving and migrating for 30 years. It is a far more deadly virus that has now arrived in Australia
H5N1 avian flu, which emerged in China in 1996, has evolved into a highly pathogenic virus that now threatens Australian wildlife after spreading globally for three decades.
Canadian plasma clinics pause collections after deaths of two donors
Grifols, Canada’s only private plasma donation clinic operator, paused collections after two donor deaths and a Health Canada investigation found unsafe practices at its facilities.
Activists deliver aid to Palestinians in homes besieged by Israeli settlers
Activists delivered aid to Palestinian families in the occupied West Bank whose homes were besieged by Israeli settlers, though Israeli forces prevented direct delivery to residents.
Afghan women tell the BBC their lives are unrecognisable after five years of Taliban rule
Five years after the Taliban regained control in 2021, Afghan women report unrecognizable lives marked by education bans, travel restrictions, and limited employment opportunities affecting millions.
Woman charged over vandalism of World War II Memorial in Washington, DC
A 41-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with two felonies for vandalizing the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC with soap, graffiti, and bubbles.
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A Warming World
In the past 60 years, every decade has been hotter than the last, and 2020 is on track to be among the hottest years yet. But the burden of extreme heat is not shared equally — it’s significantly worse for people at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder. Extreme heat...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...
Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
The Pitfalls of Pro Se (Self-Representation) When Facing Criminal Charges
Are you facing criminal charges and wondering if you should try to represent yourself? If so, you’re considering a risky move that will probably result in a conviction. Hiring a private attorney is your best chance for a reduced sentence or even getting your charges...