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Tehran state-run media has broadcast footage purportedly tracking US President Donald Trump's youngest son, showing the location of his university, escort vehicles and Secret Service posts, and alleging his movements were "fully monitored".
Tens of thousands of people in the US state have been warned to evacuate as the wildfire spreads in the outskirts of Reno.
Tens of thousands of people in the US state have been warned to evacuate as the wildfire spreads in the outskirts of Reno.
Mohammed bin Salman has arrived in Paris for a two-day official visit with French President Emmanuel Macron. Talks are expected to include the war in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, as well as new energy routes to bypass the Strait. The two made an appearance at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup, held for the first time outside of Saudi Arabia but largely funded by Riyadh.
The cancellation follows US President Donald Trump's order last week to scale down the separate annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises, cutting the joint drills from 11 days to five.
Civil liberties groups decry plan to use gloves linked to death of Kentucky man allegedly shocked 27 times in county jailPlans to supply Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers with special gloves that can deliver electric shocks have alarmed experts and drawn scrutiny amid some high-profile lawsuits over their use in local correctional facilities.In one extreme case, a 43-year-old man ...
The US is scooping up treasury bonds in an effort to raise their price and push yields down – but it’s not workingThe bond market is driving the Trump administration crazy. Last week, the treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, announced that the government would sharply ramp up its purchase of treasury bonds, in an effort to raise their price and thus push down their yield, which amounts to the intere...
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The world’s largest coal-to-liquids plant is turning coal into oil products that can power rockets and serve as machine lubricants while boosting its value sevenfold, according to a Chinese newspaper. The production line, built by China Energy Group Ningxia Coal Industry Co Ltd, began full operations in northwest China’s Ningxia Hui autonomous region last month and processed 24 million tonnes of c...
The Chinese podcaster Zhongshu, who garnered widespread international acclaim for her recent interview with filmmaker Christopher Nolan, is now facing allegations of paraphrasing and plagiarism in her podcasts and published works. The interview between Zhongshu and Nolan concerning The Odyssey, released on July 31, quickly went viral and was celebrated as “smart,” “the most interesting and profoun...
US Southern Command says Sunday's strike targeted vessel operating along established narco-trafficking routes.
August 24 marks the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence, and it also marks four and a half years of conflict with Russia. As European leaders meet in Kyiv, the Coalition of the Willing is set to chair a meeting with Volodymr Zelensky to discuss ways to bolster support for Ukraine, which is facing an escalating bombing campaign from Moscow.
Scottish judoka Summer Shaw made headlines by winning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games, only to head back to her part-time McDonald's job to make ends meet for her sporting endeavors. Her engaging TikTok video on the matter caught widespread interest, highlighting her need for further financial support. Eager for sponsorship, she dreams of fully committing to her judo career.
Business owners in both countries are navigating uncertainty and worry as the tit-for-tat import taxes ratchet up.
Business owners in both countries are navigating uncertainty and worry as the tit-for-tat import taxes ratchet up.
Dozens of coordinated arson attacks carried out across Thailand
Saudi Arabia, which founded the event, is spending billions to become a global gaming and esports power.
Iran's foreign ministry on Monday said France's decision to expel two of its diplomats was “illegal”. France's move came in retaliation for Tehran's decision not to allow two French diplomats to return to its territory.
Indonesia has given Malaysian agencies official permission to enter its airspace to conduct cloud seeding operations, Malaysia’s environment minister has said, part of both countries’ efforts to combat the haze blanketing the region. Indonesia has been stepping up efforts to slow the spread of haze caused by forest and land fires across several provinces, which this month led to dozens of scho...
Kai Cenat says he has not watched any GTA 6 leaks because he is “committed to the actual game.” During his August 22 livestream, he also promised to become the first person ever to 100% GTA 6. The streamer previously said he could spend unlimited time playing after launch. With GTA 6 arriving in November 2026, Cenat already has his challenge planned.
Iran’s currency has hit a record low as Washington prepares to announce new sanctions it said would be an “economic D-Day.”
Twenty-one cricket captains request PM Sharif's government to ensure Khan is given timely and independent medical care.
The Netherlands will not participate in next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, its broadcaster has said, adding that the event can “no longer be considered neutral” given divisions over the Gaza war. “It is undeniable that international conflicts are increasingly affecting the contest, undermining its neutral character. The Eurovision Song Contest has therefore become a platform for division,” said ...
A stretch of Maine coastline that was once part of a wealthy family’s private summer estate is now open to visitors as part of Acadia National Park. The land was donated in 1949 by Eleanor Morgan Satterlee in memory of her mother, Louisa, after the family property was badly damaged in the 1947 fire.
Argentinian striker was targeted by fans while warming up and jeered again after coming on in the 66th minute.
In 2005, scientists examined cricket reproduction on the International Space Station, where embryos grew under microgravity conditions. Interestingly, larvae emerged sooner than those on Earth, suggesting that microgravity affects developmental speed while preserving key neural structures. This research is vital for comprehending how life forms adjust to lesser gravitational forces, expanding our ...
Scientists have frozen the liquid inside a special optical fibre to -196°C, creating conditions where light and sound interact more than 1,000 times more strongly than in ordinary fibres. The team found that the frozen fibre could still guide light and hypersonic sound waves. The breakthrough also helped researchers demonstrate optoacoustic memory, which could have potential applications in lower-...
Under the proposed law, firms like Meta could be fined up to 10% of their global revenue if they fail to comply.
The Saudi crown prince and French President Emmanuel Macron are to chair on August 24 the first meeting of the Saudi-French strategic partnership council, and a number of agreements arer expected to be signed. Among them are a new Dragon-Ball themed amusement park deal in the Paris region and the sale of French military equipment to the kingdom. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle tells us more on what to kn...
A banking veteran has been appointed the new deputy Communist Party secretary and acting mayor of the southern Chinese metropolis of Shenzhen, just months before the city is scheduled to host a series of Apec meetings. The positions have been filled by Li Yun, who spent more than two decades working in financial institutions and has been the vice-governor of Guangdong province since March last yea...
