Trump slaps new tariffs on drones, including from some key U.S. allies
A proclamation signed by Trump imposes a 100% tariff on drones of a certain size or with certain capabilities that are particularly sensitive for national security purposes.
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8/13: CBS Evening News
Over 36 million under threat of severe storms; Possible plea deal in Luigi Mangione trial.
Fireworks light skies over Pakistan’s capital as crowds celebrate Independence Day
Fireworks light up Pakistan’s capital as crowds celebrate the 79th anniversary of independence
US government extensively spied on anti-ICE protesters and leftwing groups, records reveal
DHS sent undercover agents to meetings, infiltrated chats and obtained financial records in vast operation into groups opposing Trump’s immigration crackdownNewly disclosed records reveal the US government extensively spied on prominent leftwing organizations and on protesters as part of a vast operation into groups opposing the immigration crackdown in Minnesota earlier this year.Internal investi...
China’s STEM students turn to Singapore as Western study options shrink
For generations, China’s brightest science and technology minds followed a well-worn path: board a Westbound flight and claim a seat at a globally renowned university. That once-reliable trajectory has fractured. Escalating US-China tech competition and tightening immigration policies across the “big four” study destinations – Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States – have redr...
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Nigel Farage set for decisive but arguably empty victory in Clacton
Leader of Reform UK on course to defeat Count Binface and an assortment of fringe candidates as polls close in Essex Voting has closed in one of the UK’s more unusual and least tense byelections, with Nigel Farage set for a decisive if arguably empty victory against dozens of independent, fringe, extreme or otherwise oddball opponents.The Reform UK leader sought re-election to his Clacton seat in ...
Australia news live: Albanese says he argued for tariff exemption in ‘substantial’ call with Trump
PM says he also spoke with the US president about Aukus, which ‘remains full steam ahead’. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlbanese says gambling inducements are ‘over the top’ Albanese said gambling inducements are “over the top and need to be wound back”.Look, we’re working constructively across the parliament to put in place these reforms. They...
Australia news live: Albanese says he argued for tariff exemption in ‘productive and substantial’ call with Trump
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlbanese says Trump call ‘productive’ and ‘substantial’, Aukus still ‘full steam ahead’Anthony Albanese is speaking in Canberra, after he held a “productive” and “substantial” call with Donald Trump. He said the pair spoke about a “number of global and regional issues”, including the conflict in the Middle East and ...
Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says
A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.
Cuba's ex-president Raul Castro makes rare public appearance after US indictment
Cuba's Raul Castro made a rare public appearance Thursday at a celebration marking the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth. The 95-year-old former president, who was indicted by the US in May over an incident during his tenure as defence minister, received a standing ovation at the secure event in Havana amid a deepening economic crisis and frequent energy blackouts.
Cuba's ex-president Raul Castro makes rare public appearance
Cuba's Raul Castro made a rare public appearance on Thursday at a celebration marking the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth. The 95-year-old former president received a standing ovation at the secure event in Havana amid a deepening economic crisis and frequent energy blackouts.
Cuba's indicted ex-president Raul Castro makes rare public appearance
Cuba's Raul Castro made a rare public appearance on Thursday at a celebration marking the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth. The 95-year-old former president received a standing ovation at the secure event in Havana amid a deepening economic crisis and frequent energy blackouts.
Cuba's indicted Raul Castro makes rare public appearance at Fidel centenary event
Cuba's Raul Castro made a rare public appearance on Thursday at a celebration marking the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth. The 95-year-old former president received a standing ovation at the secure event in Havana amid a deepening economic crisis and frequent energy blackouts.
Raul Castro makes rare public appearance at Fidel centenary event
Cuba's Raul Castro made a rare public appearance on Thursday at a celebration marking the centenary of his brother Fidel's birth. The 95-year-old former president received a standing ovation at the secure event in Havana as the island grapples with a deepening economic crisis and frequent blackouts.
Massachusetts teen accused of killing mother and brother used ChatGPT
District attorney says Arjun Aravind, 17, used internet and AI to search for fantasy stories regarding killing of his familyA Massachusetts teenager accused of killing his mother and younger brother is being held without bail as authorities investigate a double-murder case that prosecutors say is connected to his use of ChatGPT.Arjun Aravind, 17, appeared Thursday morning for his arraignment in Co...
Australia news live: Albanese and Trump speak overnight; KPMG apologises to whistleblower ahead of inquiry
The prime minister is expected to say more about the call on Friday morning. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe prime minister will speak about the call in a few minutes, at 7.30am, Canberra time. We’ll bring you details from the presser soon.Anthony Albanese and the US president, Donald Trump, spoke overnight, the prime minister’s office confirm...
What the Mecca military pact means for China
When Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif signed the Mecca defence agreement, they executed a structural overhaul of the Middle East’s security architecture. The pact codifies a defence commitment, where an armed attack on one is treated as an assault on all. Building upon September’s Saudi-Pakistan defence agre...
Polls close in Clacton byelection where Nigel Farage faces slew of fringe candidates
Longest ballot in UK voting history features likes of Count Binface and Howling Laud Hope alongside Reform leader Polls have closed in Clacton, where thousands of residents in the Essex seat voted in a ballot featuring Nigel Farage and a range of novelty and fringe candidates led by Count Binface.The Reform UK leader resigned as the MP for Clacton at the start of July and forced a byelection in an...
Tate supporters rally for brothers ahead of bail hearing in Miami
Supporters of Andrew and Tristan Tate gathered outside a Miami detention centre ahead of their bail hearing.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill two, including police chief
Israeli drone strikes killed at least 2 people and wounded several others in Gaza on Thursday.
Polls close in UK by-election with Nigel Farage and Count Binface going head-to-head
Vote counting has already begun and will continue through the night with a result expected by around 7:00 am local time on Friday.
Mexico says Colombia rejected its earthquake rescue team
Colombia denies politics played a role after Mexico said its military rescuers were refused entry.
What’s at stake in Zambia’s elections?
The economy dominates voter concerns in the southern African country.
Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name to venue, close for two years
Trustees condemn Kennedy Center’s move to re-add Trump’s name and shut down for extensive renovations.
8/13: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Concerns rise about conditions on USS Lincoln; U.S. and Iran both claim control of Strait of Hormuz.
Multiple houses ablaze as wildfire sweeps into UK town
At least six homes were set alight by an extensive wildfire in Stourbridge
Huge explosion rocks Italian munitions factory south of Rome
A powerful explosion tore through a munitions faction south of the Italian capital Rome on Thursday.
Photos: Cuba marks Fidel Castro’s 100th birthday
Fidel Castro would have turned 100 on Thursday and his legacy continues to overshadow the island.
BBC Verify speaks to woman who filmed ICE agent pointing gun at her
BBC Verify has examined footage shared by a Virginia woman in which an ICE agent points his gun at her.
Millions across Europe swelter through a new wave of extreme temperatures
Repeat heatwaves and drought have fuelled a historically hot summer of wildfires, and contributed to the deaths of thousands of people.