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Trump warns Iran will be hit 'really hard' if nuclear negotiations collapse again
Trump told Fox News that Iran will get hit "really hard" if negotiations collapse, warning that military action remains on the table if diplomacy fails.
Capybaras crash Brazilian lawmakers' voting session and steal the show
Capybaras wandered through the front door of the Mato Grosso state legislature in Brazil, surprising lawmakers preparing for a vote last week.
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
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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 abus…
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…
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…
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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 more than a dozen in Kyiv region, Zelensky says
Russian strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 17 people and wounded 44 more ov…
Asia
Hong Kong tests thermal drones to catch illegal smoking at construction sites
Hong Kong labour authorities have begun testing an infrared thermal-imaging drone to detect heat so…
Palantir CEO Alex Karp to OpenAI and Anthropic: Don't try to 'drug addict' us
Palantir CEO Alex Karp criticizes frontier AI labs for demanding intellectual property from enterpr…
'Tread carefully': SC calls for restraint, dialogue in dealing with student protesters
Apologise in 3 days or face action: Parliament panel to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Africa
Africa: All of Africa Today - August 5, 2026
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South Africa: Govt Vows to Intensify Health Corruption Fight - South African News Briefs - August 5, 2026
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Nigeria's Tinubu approves up to 80% pay rise for soldiers
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved salary increases of up to 80% for members of the armed …
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…
Oceania
Hawks' Wizard looking to pull off Coleman medal shock
Swans recruit Charlie Curnow remains the frontrunner to win this year's Coleman medal for top goal-…
Labor’s gambling reform friendless as Coalition withholds support amid drug and sex worker allegations
Sarah Henderson says bill ignores gambling inducements, uniting parties and independents against co…
Test for Australia’s best laundry detergent sees Aldi and Omo tied for first place
In a Choice test of 48 products, the Aldi powder also came out on top for top loadersGet our breaki…
Gold Coast pub assault victim in coma as accused refused bail
Police allege Haami Makiroa Burns Prescott approached Ross Burckhardt in the car park of the Coomer…
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
Warren Rutter Obituary (2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune - Legacy | Obituary Search
Warren Rutter Obituary (2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune Legacy | Obituary Search
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
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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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.
Trump: I warned Biden about Fauci, but he gave him ‘vast destructive power’
In a Truth Social post, President Donald Trump reaffirmed his belief that COVID-19 originated in a …
17 Law Firms Drop Out of DEI Fellowship Under Pressure From Trump Administration
At least 17 law firms have dropped out of a prestigious internship program that allegedly excluded …
Is FIFA selling parts of the World Cup to private investors?
This week FIFA announced plans to form a new subsidiary company to run part of the World Cup and of…
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…
