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Military Pact With Pak, Saudi Arabia Same As NATO's Defence Agreement: Turkey
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the new alliance was not directed against Iran or any other country, but rather served as a general pledge to support the three allies' security.
US Senate Advances Landmark Crypto Bill Before Heading On August Recess
The crypto industry spent more than $119 million backing pro-crypto candidates in the 2024 election hoping to advance the Clarity Act and stablecoin law.
Pilot, 3 Of A Family Killed In Helicopter Crash In Rio De Janeiro
The aircraft went down near Vista Chinesa, a replica of a Chinese pagoda known for its high-altitude vantage point, with its views of Rio from the heart of the forest.
BASE Jumper Airlifted To Safety After Getting Stranded On Arizona Cliff
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) shared details of the operation along with a video of the rescue.
British Columbia Declares State Of Emergency, 20,000 Evacuated Amid Wildfire
Winds fanned the Bald Range wildfire to grow rapidly late Friday, pushing flames into the Summerland area and affecting communities throughout the surrounding valleys.
Joe Biden's Prostate Cancer Spread To Bones, Son Says It's "Painful"
In May 2025, just four months after he left office as the oldest sitting president, Joe Biden revealed he had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that had spread to his bones.
H-1B Workers Could Lose 60-Day Lifeline Under New US Immigration Plan
A move like this could require affected workers and their dependants to leave the country almost immediately.
What Will It Take To Open Strait Of Hormuz? Iran Issues List Of Demands
Iran's politburo-like body known as the Supreme National Security Council said the Strait of Hormuz will not open until the United States "corrects its behavior."
Drone, Likely From Ukraine, Explodes In Bulgaria Near Gas Pipeline
The incident would be raised at a meeting of the North Atlantic Council early next week, Bulgaria's Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said.
As Russia, Ukraine Trade Missiles, Zelensky Lands In Moscow-Friendly Serbia
Four people, including a child, were killed in the overnight strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region. Ukrainian forces hit Russian oil facilities.
'Collector Of Souls': Ukraine Mourns Volunteer Killed Recovering War Dead
An Orthodox Christian service was held at the Cathedral of Saint Volodymyr, in central Kyiv, where thousands of people gathered to pay their respects following his death in a landmine explosion during a recovery mission on August 5.
Iran Claims Hormuz Deal Close, But Adds Caveat For Opening Strait
A US official, who declined to be identified, said on Friday that Washington anticipated an agreement soon between Iran and Oman, which sit on either side of the strait, so that normal oil traffic could resume.
Over 1 Lakh Migrants Have Suddenly Fled Or Been Deported From South Africa
South Africa said this week that some 19,000 people had been officially deported since April.
A NATO-Style Military Pact: What To Expect From Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey Deal
As the Middle East war drags on, this alliance binds three powerful Sunni countries that are strategic allies of the United States with a NATO-style clause that considers any attack on one country as an attack on all.
"Mom, Don't Call Me": Students Describe Deadly Thailand School Shooting
The tragedy had actually begun hours earlier, when the alleged gunman shot dead his grandparents at their home at dawn.
2 Days After Suspected Drone Attack, More Spotted Above German Military Base
A spokesperson for Germany's armed forces said the drones were sighted at around 10 p.m. (2000 GMT) on Thursday at the base in Mechernich in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, some 35 kilometres (22 miles) from the Belgian border.
US Gets New Attorney General. He Is Donald Trump's Former Lawyer
Todd Blanche is the second confirmed attorney general since Donald Trump returned to the White House last year.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company Tanker Attacked In Hormuz, UAE Blames Iran
The foreign ministry in a statement condemned "the hostile Iranian attack that targeted a tanker belonging to ADNOC with a missile while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz, without causing casualties".
Nepal University Cancels Tibet Event Citing Official Order, Government Denies
Nepal's government denied that it had ordered the change, though the country is acutely aware of how sensitive the issue of Tibet is to its giant northern neighbour China.
Helicopter Battling Utah Wildfire Crashes, Ignites Another Fire
There was no word on the conditions of the people aboard the helicopter as officials said they couldn't immediately reach the crash site.
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Helicopter crash kills pilot and crew member amid Utah wildfire battle
Utah wildfire suppression efforts continued, with containment standing at 24 percent.
Israeli settler attacks rise as West Bank residents lose land
Palestinians near Bethlehem describe daily settler attacks as violence rises across the West Bank.
Hungary nominates former Supreme Court chief Andras Baka for presidency
Andras Baka, a strong advocate for judicial independence, becomes governing party's pick for Hungary's next president.
Iran war live: Pezeshkian seeks end to ‘no war, no peace’ amid Hormuz talks
IRGC sets conditions to reopen Strait of Hormuz as US seeks commitments to end attacks on ships in the waterway.
Turkiye says Mecca defence pact not aimed at Iran
Turkiye says the Mecca defence pact with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan does not target Iran.
Vance says US ‘destroyed’ Iran’s nuclear programme
US Vice President JD Vance claims Washington has “destroyed” Iran’s nuclear programme and degraded its military.
Four killed in helicopter crash in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro
Three Colombian tourists are among the victims of Saturday's crash on mountainside forest of Tijuca National Park.
Crews recover 19 bodies from rubble of destroyed Gaza building
More than 8,000 people remain missing amid rubble in Gaza, with recovery efforts hindered by lack of heavy machinery.
Car bomb attack rattles Colombia after inauguration of hardline president
Government promises harsh response following explosives attack on Pan-American Highway in southwest of country.
Will Pakistan-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact change US strategy?
Some experts say the deal precipitates a larger strategic shift in Middle East while others say it reinforces US goals.
Trump’s Former Lawyer Is Now Attorney General
Todd Blanche, President Trump’s former lawyer, is now US attorney general.
What are the challenges facing the Mecca agreement?
Saudi Arabia turns to Turkiye and Pakistan for defence ties, raising questions overreliance on the US.
At least 200 people evacuated as wildfire rages near Lake Garda
At least 200 people have been evacuated after a wildfire broke out near Italy’s Lake Garda.
Lebanese soldiers injured while Israeli troops intrude on southern town
Soldiers disarm unexploded ordnance in Zawtar al-Gharbiyah, near where Israeli forces reportedly built an earth barrier.
US slams Chinese ‘nature reserve’ as effort to claim South China Sea
US State Department accuses China of attempting to deny Filipino vessels access to fishing grounds in contested area.
‘Debilitating’: Hunter Biden speaks out about father Joe Biden’s cancer
The younger Biden son has addressed his father's debate performance and the pardon he received after felony convictions.
Yemen’s government forces attack Houthis amid renewed shelling of Marib
Fears of a wider conflict grow as Yemen’s army counterattacks and expert warns ‘all the warning signs are there’.
The influencers taking on far-right leader Nigel Farage
The UK media has been accused of giving far-right leader Nigel Farage an easy ride
Gaza health chief urges action to ‘save’ Dr Abu Safia before it’s too late
Fears increase for life of Hussam Abu Safia detained by Israel amid reports of torture and lack of medical care.
British Columbia wildfire forces more than 20,000 to flee, destroys homes
Authorities warn others to be prepared to leave their homes as fast-moving wildfires spread across western Canada.
Serbia and Ukraine pledge closer economic ties, eye free trade deal
Serbia says it will help rebuild Ukrainian cities and provide aid as the two countries deepen cooperation.
Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye pact: A new shield or strategic signal?
The agreement names no adversary, but analysts say Iran and its regional network are central to the thinking behind it.
Which stars need to shine this season: Real Madrid, Barcelona, Man Utd, PSG
From the Premier League and La Liga to the UEFA Champions League, which players hold the key to their clubs' season?
Opposition MP hurls eggs at Kosovo Prime Minister
An opposition lawmaker threw eggs at acting Prime Minster Albin Kurti during a parliamentary session.
UNRWA has been with me since birth, I cannot imagine a future without it
The UN body has been part of the lives of millions of Palestinian refugees. Post-genocide Gaza cannot cope without it