Qatar calls for regional dialogue as sanctions and Israel tensions mount
Qatar's Foreign Ministry says diplomatic solutions remain a priority, urging engagement in regional talks and condemning Israeli actions.
Daily Current Affairs — 26 August 2026
World
India, China Hold 25th Round of Boundary Talks in Beijing
India and China held the 25th round of special representative talks on the boundary question in Beijing, focusing on border management and bilateral ties.
ECB set to raise rates in September but signals pause after
ECB policymakers plan a September rate hike to 2.50% to counter Iran-war inflation, but are unlikely to signal further tightening.
Canada Slaps Retaliatory Tariffs on 700+ US Products
Canada will impose counter-tariffs on over 700 US goods from Sept 8, matching US tariffs dollar-for-dollar.
Liberia's Ex-Vice President Jailed Ahead of Drug Trafficking Trial
A Liberian court has ordered former Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor to remain in prison while awaiting trial on drug trafficking and related charges.
Grief Sculpted in Stone: Mother Awaits Justice as Pan Am 103 Trial Slips
Artist Suse Lowenstein, who lost her son in the Pan Am 103 bombing, continues her quest for answers as the trial of the accused bomb-maker faces another delay.
Flint Water Crisis: Michigan AG Releases Final Accountability Report
Michigan's attorney general released a final report on the Flint water crisis, detailing the failed criminal cases and years of official inaction.
Trump administration seeks to make $103,265 H-1B visa fee permanent
The Trump administration has proposed making a $103,265 fee on new H-1B visas permanent, despite a court ruling blocking the charge.
September 7: The Day the Blitz Began and Other Historical Milestones
On Sept. 7, 1940, Nazi Germany launched the Blitz on London. Also: Brazil's independence, Uncle Sam's first mention, and more.
Democrats Open 8-Point Lead on Cost of Living as Midterms Near
A new poll shows Democrats leading Republicans by 8 points on cost-of-living concerns, the widest gap yet, as midterm elections approach.
Japan plans blockchain-based instant settlement for stocks and bonds
Japan is studying a blockchain-based system to settle stock and government bond trades instantly, with operations possible by the early 2030s.
US Agriculture Secretary Acknowledges Farmer Anxiety Over Canada Trade Spat
US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins admits farmers are concerned about the trade war with Canada but insists the US will ultimately benefit.
US Health Agency Plans Two New FDA Deputy Commissioner Roles
HHS plans two new FDA deputy commissioner roles for technology and drugs, with Jared Seehafer a leading candidate for the tech post.
Windsor residents push back as Canada-US trade feud deepens
Ontario residents react to Canada's retaliatory tariffs and Trump's 'Lake America' remark, vowing resilience and Canadian pride.
Tolima Governor Suspects Criminal Groups Behind Forest Fires
Colombia's Tolima province investigates whether criminal groups deliberately set forest fires that have destroyed thousands of hectares and farmland.
Kurdish-led SDF formally dissolves, merges with Syrian army
The Kurdish-led SDF has officially dissolved and merged with Syria's army, ending its independent military role.
SpaceX Unveils $100 Billion Louisiana Launch Site Plan
SpaceX plans a $100 billion spaceport in Louisiana, its largest launch site, targeting first flights by 2029 and thousands of annual launches.