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Trump admin revokes Brazilian ambassador’s visa in escalating diplomatic feud
The move follows Brazil’s refusal to grant visas to two U.S. diplomats and its delay in approving President Trump’s nominee for ambassador.
More than half of some US weapons stockpiles used in Iran war, raising concerns about China threat
CSIS warns depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles from the Iran war could embolden China as President Xi watches munitions levels amid Taiwan tensions.
Michele Tafoya blasts WNBA activism, says Sophie Cunningham is a hero for women's sports
Michele Tafoya says the WNBA has morphed from a celebration of women's basketball into "activism on display," citing Cheryl Reeve's bench attire.
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Falcons selected two pass rushers in NFL's 2025 draft and neither might be available to start 2026
The Falcons fear Jalon Walker tore his ACL in training camp, while James Pearce Jr. faces a possibl…
First polls close as socialist insurgents eye Midwest gains in Dem civil war
Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens clash in the most expensive Democratic Senate primary in history, …
Former Disney star Bella Thorne stuns in green sequin bikini during beach day with fiancé
Bella Thorne stunned in a shimmering green sequin bikini at the beach with fiancé Mark Emms, months…
Collins drops the hammer on Trump's pick to lead DOJ, jeopardizing path to confirmation
Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, says she will vote against Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney gen…
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North America
Armed man arrested near Trump's golf course ahead of president's visit
The arrest happened shortly before President Trump was due to host a fundraising dinner at the coas…
After Midtown Building Buckles, Violations Are Found at Many Other Sites
New York City officials conducted inspections at 180 construction sites. None of the violations pos…
White House Readies A.I. Framework to Review Security Risks
The voluntary review process will cover closed-source artificial intelligence models, but exclude t…
SpaceX's revenue rises as its once-soaring stock price drifts back to Earth
On their first earnings call since SpaceX's June public offering, executives said the company is po…
Europe
MI6 is top European foreign intelligence service, peer review finds
UK’s Secret Intelligence Service praised for playing long game and having ‘a taste for dirty tricks…
How to avoid the worst of the Italian heat
From supermarkets to night-time tours, experts share how to make the most of Italy during this late…
EU chief criticises Spain’s migrant plan after Ceuta crisis meeting
Migration commissioner says scheme regularising undocumented people ‘not a good signal’ for EuropeE…
Ukraine: Drone follows man before detonating and injuring him
The Kherson Regional Military Administration released a video showing a drone flying in front of a …
Asia
Piece of SpaceX rocket to crash into moon at high speed
A SpaceX rocket piece floating in space since last year is on track to smash into the moon at high …
Cyber crime reports down from 1.2L in 2024 to 16,377 now: Government
Supreme Court urged prompt action against cyber fraudsters, while noting a reduction in incidents. …
台風14号が発生 付近を通る船舶に注意呼びかけ 気象庁
5日午前、南シナ海で台風14号が発生しました。日本への直接の影響はない見込みで、気象庁は、付近を通る船…
Government to grill Meta brass on child abuse, AI content
In an important meeting scheduled for this week, government officials will confront Meta executives…
Africa
WHO calls for more support to tackle Ebola outbreak
Two potential treatments are being tested on confirmed Ebola patients in Ituri
EU ministers condemn foreign 'information interference' in Ceuta crisis
French interior minister Laurent Nuñez said all member states had expressed solidarity with Spain a…
Up to 20 years in jail for cocoa land repurpose in Ghana
In tonight's edition, Ghana's parliament cracks down on the sale or repurposing of land used to gro…
Supernatural mini-series 'Possession' explores legacy of colonialism
The five-part thriller blends supernatural mystery and magical realism to explore the enduring lega…
Oceania
49-year-old allegedly killed dog in violent attack after hitting cyclists in stolen car and assaulting woman
Police allege the 49-year-old also assaulted a woman in public in Epsom and say the attacks took pl…
Breaking: Firefighters union boss exerted 'extraordinary' influence, report finds
The IBAC report found United Firefighters Union boss Peter Marshall had privileged access to govern…
Weather: Record power consumption as chilly temperatures set to last all week
MetService says it's been one of the coldest mornings of the year and it's likely to continue for t…
Blistering Marsh knock helps Sunrisers smash Hundred's record score
Mitch Marsh combines with Ryan Rickelton for a 148-run opening partnership, setting the platform fo…
South America
Los líderes indígenas que salvaron la presidencia de Arévalo en Guatemala seguirán sus procesos por “terrorismo” en prisión domiciliar
Luis Pacheco y Héctor Chaclán fueron apresados tras participar en las manifestaciones de 2023, en l…
Condenado a tres años de prisión el alcalde de Guayaquil en el primero de tres procesos que enfrenta
Un tribunal declaró culpable a Aquiles Álvarez de incumplir una medida cautelar al no portar el gri…
Edwin López Cornejo, el último migrante muerto en manos del ICE: “Voy a crecer sin un padre”
La familia del salvadoreño asegura que murió en Delaney Hall, mientras que el Departamento de Segur…
La JEP imputa a 27 excomandantes de las FARC por la bomba de El Nogal, el magnicidio de Álvaro Gómez, la toma de Mitú y otros crímenes
Los hechos investigados hacen parte del macrocaso 10, que cubre los delitos que no abordan los demá…
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Utah
Bountiful’s ‘Pantry Packs in the Park’ Returns August 8
On Saturday, August 8, the Bountiful Food Pantry will host its second annual Pantry Packs in the Pa…
New report shows drop in Utah Homelessness in 2026
Homelessness has reduced for the first time in years, according to the latest numbers from the 2026…
Report: Crystal Palace close to deal for Real Salt Lake’s Zavier Gozo
Idaho
Gov. Brad Little and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke discuss Idaho Falls expansion, wildfire season and more
Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke met with local business owners in Idaho Fa…
Thousands of migrants went to Ceuta seeking better lives. These families are still waiting for the proof-of-life call
By Hira Humayun, Sarah Hutter, Eyad Kourdi, CNN (CNN) — Omar Lotfi’s family has been crushed under …
Big Rock Fire Update
As crews continue working to put out hot spots near Heise Hot Springs, the Big Rock Fire remains wi…
Wyoming
AARP Wyoming welcomes Cheyenne’s Ann Clement as AARP Wyoming state director - WyomingNews.com
AARP Wyoming welcomes Cheyenne’s Ann Clement as AARP Wyoming state director WyomingNews.com
Ward 1 candidate Rhianna Brand cites nonprofit background, promises responsive leadership - WyomingNews.com
Ward 1 candidate Rhianna Brand cites nonprofit background, promises responsive leadership WyomingNe…
August Drought Update - wyomingnewsnow.tv
August Drought Update wyomingnewsnow.tv
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Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one
Wisconsin voters who have already returned their absentee ballots for the state's primary are not a…
Pentagon Contractor's Libel Claim Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group Can Go Forward
From today's decision by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.) in Mannina v. O'Keefe Media Group: In January 20…
‘Public Executions Are Extremely Rare’ in Iran, the New York Times Claims, Inaccurately
The Associated Press says "Public executions are not uncommon in Iran." The watchdog group Iran Hum…
Biden-Pardoned Fauci Now Faces Florida State Investigation
Cockpit alarms sound as two Delta flights have close call at Atlanta airport
Anti-collision alarms went off in two Delta Air Lines planes in Atlanta after one plane, trying to …
Footage surfaces of Tony Romo being cited for OWI, refusing test after Milwaukee traffic stop
Tony Romo, the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback who now works as a CBS NFL analyst, was cited for …
Elon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over its first-in-the-nation law banning 'nudification' technology
Elon Musk's company xAI has sued Minnesota over the state's first-in-the-nation law that bans "nudi…
Man convicted in terrorism trial over 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
A man has been convicted of federal terrorism charges in the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
