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Socialist tenant organizer who blasted 'sell-out Democrats' loses Midwest primary
Hartzell Gray built his campaign on Hasan Piker livestreams and small-dollar fundraising, but it wasn't enough to advance past the Democratic primary
Dems rally behind Michigan prosecutor to champion party in crucial House race
In her career as a prosecutor, Christina Hines described her work as helping victims of sexual abuse and human trafficking.
2026 Midterms State of Play: Key races unfold as Stevens, El-Sayed battle in Michigan
Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed battle in Michigan's Democratic senate primary as progressive and establishment wings clash over party direction.
Headlines
China’s Nonsmokers Try to Clear the Air, One Confrontation at a Time
Disputes between smokers and nonsmokers are becoming more visible as a younger generation increasin…
Lindsay Clancy strikes evidence deal as fingerprint gap opens trial debate, expert says
Lindsay Clancy agreed to a stipulation in court as a state police trooper testified no usable finge…
Tarik Skubal's Dodgers debut ends in decisive 5-1 loss to Cubs as LA drops fifth straight game
The Dodgers fell to 3-7 in their last 10 games as Chicago's Dansby Swanson and Nico Hoerner powered…
Sunrise Movement co-founder defeats establishment-backed Dems in pivotal Michigan race
William Lawrence, co-founder of the Sunrise Movement, defeated former ambassador Bridget Brink in M…
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North America
MLS named LAFC co-owner Larry Berg as its next commissioner. Here's what to know
For their commissioner of the future, MLS owners chose a soccer native. Berg's team is seen as one …
Lloyd Robertson, former CTV News chief anchor, dies at age 92
Mr. Robertson joined CTV in 1976 and served as chief anchor and senior editor from 1984 to 2011
Lloyd Robertson, former CTV News lead anchor, dies at age 92
Robertson joined CTV in 1976 and served as chief anchor and senior editor from 1984 to 2011
Flood-hit Niagara municipalities declare emergencies, call for government help
St. Catharines and Lincoln were hit by two massive rainfalls over 10 days
Europe
Video game maker EA bought by Saudi-led group for $55bn
Company acquired in deal involving Affinity Partners, a firm run by Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared…
Wednesday briefing: How misinformation and a hardened immigration policy turned Ceuta into Europe’s latest flashpoint
In today’s newsletter: The past week shows how quickly images, rumours and right-wing political op…
Russian attack on Kyiv region kills at least 14 people, say Ukrainian authorities
Air raid alerts last for more than an hour as Moscow inflicts another heavy bombardment on Ukraine’…
Ukraine live: Russian strikes kill at least 15 in Kyiv and surrounding region
Russian strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 15 people and wounded dozens ove…
Asia
Malaysian politics heads for reset as Malay nationalism surge threatens reform experiment
The door is fast closing on Malaysia’s reform experiment after nearly a decade of false starts and …
‘China doesn’t want these built’: Trump claims Beijing is behind AI data centre protests
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused China of fuelling the growing nationwide backlash agai…
Flying to South Korea? Brace for 80-minute wait at Incheon airport immigration
Foreign travellers arriving in South Korea through Incheon International Airport can expect a long …
BYD’s first humanoid robots; Brazil named biggest buyer of Chinese cars: 7 EV reads
We have put together stories from our coverage on electric and new energy vehicles from the past tw…
Africa
South Africa: Govt Vows to Intensify Health Corruption Fight - South African News Briefs - August 5, 2026
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Nigeria: Tinubu Approves Up to 80% Salary Increase for Nigerian Soldiers
[Premium Times] Junior soldiers, who make up much of the military's frontline fighting force, recei…
Zimbabwe: U.S. Disputes Zimbabwean Govt's Recent Account On $365 Million Health Deal
[New Zimbabwe] THE United States Embassy in Harare has disputed recent claims by Information Minist…
Uganda: Opposition Politician Tortured, Faces Abusive Charges
[HRW] Nairobi -- Investigate Ill-Treatment Allegations; Drop Charges
Oceania
Driver dies after crashing into truck in front of police cars
Police say a driver who died after colliding with a truck at Appin was about 50 metres in front of …
Two men sentenced to life in prison for murdering Caboolture grandmother
Two men who murdered Donna Howe in an "act of extreme cowardice" at her home before discarding her …
Chef pleads guilty to manslaughter of drug-affected teen near campsite
Jacob Greig has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a 15-year-old boy he stabbed during a confron…
Pay war on ice as Australia's netball stars sign truce
Australia's Super Netball players will receive better pay and more time off under a new 12-month de…
South America
Michigan Democratic primary seen as latest test for party's progressive wing
The race between US Representative Haley Stevens and former public health official Abdul El-Sayed i…
El bloguero Perez Hilton, hospitalizado tras infligirse daño a sí mismo en un una retransmisión en directo
Los seguidores del periodista de cotilleos, asustados por su comportamiento durante un ‘streaming’ …
Estados Unidos y Brasil escenifican un duelo diplomático entre gigantes
El Gobierno de Lula acusa a la Administración de Trump de mentir y de buscar interferir en las elec…
La diversidad de la literatura que se hace en España, invitada de honor en la Bienal del Libro de São Paulo
Bernardo Atxaga, Isaac Rosa, Elvira Navarro o Alana S. Portero estarán en septiembre en una feria q…
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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…
High school girls soccer: Lehi rolls past Bountiful in season opener in 5-goal outburst
Fire leaves scorched hillsides along Parley's Historic Trail, officials urge caution - KSL.com
Fire leaves scorched hillsides along Parley's Historic Trail, officials urge caution KSL.com
Idaho
Gabriel Neiman Obituary (2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune - Legacy | Obituary Search
Gabriel Neiman Obituary (2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune Legacy | Obituary Search
Emily Goeckeritz Obituary (2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune - Legacy | Obituary Search
Emily Goeckeritz Obituary (2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune Legacy | Obituary Search
AI is now very good at diagnosing health problems, but doctors are still better at weighing treatment options
A father is worried about his toddler, who has been running a fever for two days and pulling at one…
Wyoming
National Night Out celebrates the community and law enforcement - Cap City News
National Night Out celebrates the community and law enforcement Cap City News
Four takeaways: Wyoming soccer hosts Brown vs Gold scrimmage - WyomingNews.com
Four takeaways: Wyoming soccer hosts Brown vs Gold scrimmage WyomingNews.com
Casper contracts for water main, paving improvements - Oil City News
Casper contracts for water main, paving improvements Oil City News
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The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's rob…
No Pseudonymity for the Pretend Date in Pentagon Contractor's Suit Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group
First, a quick summary from today's decision by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.) in Mannina v. O'Keefe Med…
Nolan Wells' mother subpoenas tech companies to get records of son's accounts
Nolan Wells’ mother, Christine Wonsley, issued subpoenas to several major social media and technolo…
U.S. bans foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China over national security
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots a…
A Bit on Pentagon Contractor's Wiretapping Claim Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group
First, a quick summary from today's decision by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.) in Mannina v. O'Keefe Med…
Pentagon official honors Chinese military in Beijing
A senior Defense Department official marked the anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party's milita…
Pentagon Contractor's Fraudulent Misrepresentation 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…
WATCH: Older Americans over 60 lost nearly $8 billion to scammers in 2025
Scammers are after considerable assets built over a retiree's lifetime.
