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France’s ‘aid in dying’ law comes into effect after constitutional approval
France has formally legalized assisted dying for incurably ill adults, joining a small group of nations including the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, and Canada in permitting the practice.
U.S. delays 50% tariff on Canadian imports. And, takeaways from Florida’s primaries
President Trump announced a three-day postponement of a planned 50% tariff on approximately $20 billion in Canadian imports, citing a deal to resume Keystone pipeline construction.
Zomi Frankcom: Australia ‘outraged’ after Israel decides not to open criminal investigation into killing of aid worker in Gaza
Australia’s foreign minister expressed outrage after Israel declined to launch a criminal investigation into the killing of aid worker Zomi Frankcom in a Gaza airstrike that also killed six colleagues.
Nigeria’s election campaign begins with Tinubu facing a reform test
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 presidential election, President Tinubu faces pressure over economic reforms that have caused immediate hardship for many citizens despite promised long-term benefits.
Trump vows tougher economic measures on Iran and supporting countries
Donald Trump announced plans for heightened economic measures against Iran and any nations conducting business with it, describing the campaign as the most severe economic operation ever deployed against a country.
‘Tsunami’ of emigration reshapes Israel’s future, experts warn
A surge of Israeli emigration, driven by concerns over the government’s direction and ongoing conflicts, is reshaping the country’s demographic and economic future as elections approach later this year.
Publisher of US military newspaper resigns over differences with government
The publisher of Stars and Stripes, the US military’s official newspaper, resigned over disagreements with the Defense Department regarding editorial control and government influence.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia running on imported gasoline, government confirms
Russia has begun importing gasoline from India after Ukrainian strikes damaged its refineries, forcing the historically fuel-exporting nation to rely on imports during the ongoing conflict.
Captured Ukrainian-born soldiers tell BBC why they fought for Russia
Ukrainian-born soldiers captured fighting for Russia explain their motivations in interviews at a prisoner-of-war camp in Western Ukraine, with some citing regional identity and others describing coercion or financial incentives.
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.
Jason Arday’s rise and fall tells a larger story about academia, a critic says
Jason Arday, Cambridge University’s youngest Black professor, died Aug. 14 at age 41 amid plagiarism allegations and biographical fabrications, sparking debate about diversity in academia.
ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies aged 77
Frank Beard, longtime drummer for blues-rock band ZZ Top, has died aged 77 at his ranch in Richmond, Texas. The band cancelled upcoming tour dates in Utah and Colorado following his death.
Pranab Doley in Assam: The Indian activist jailed after taking on a hotel in Kaziranga
Indian activist Pranab Doley was detained under the National Security Act after participating in a protest against a proposed luxury hotel near Kaziranga National Park in Assam, reigniting debate over land rights and development.
Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election
Ukraine’s former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov calls for wartime elections in a challenge to President Zelensky, arguing democracy cannot be held hostage by Russia during the ongoing conflict.
Twisha Sharma: Husband and mother-in-law charged in Indian bride’s death
India’s federal police have charged a lawyer and retired judge with abetment to suicide and cruelty in connection with a 33-year-old model’s death five months after her marriage.
UAE imposes indefinite trade embargo on Iran over alleged missile attacks
The UAE imposed an indefinite trade embargo on Iran on Wednesday, accusing Iranian forces of firing two ballistic missiles at the country. Iran denied the allegation, calling it a baseless claim.
US unions sue over new visa rule for foreign students, journalists
U.S. unions and advocacy groups sued to block new Department of Homeland Security rules that would limit how long foreign students and journalists can remain in the country without visa extensions.
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