Qantas to Retire A380s Early, Sees Revenue Growth Despite Profit Dip
Qantas reports 14% profit decline due to fuel costs, but upbeat revenue outlook and early A380 retirement plans lift shares.
International Relations
Vale explores recovering rare earths and gold from mining waste
Vale is studying extraction of rare earths, gold and other minerals from mining waste, with early results promising.
Trump's Gaza envoy warns Israeli strikes risk pushing region to point of no return
Trump's Gaza ceasefire envoy criticizes Israeli strikes, warns the alternative to the US plan is the next war.
Qatar PM heads to Tehran as Gulf diplomacy shifts to economics
Qatar's prime minister will visit Tehran to push for renewed diplomacy and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Brazil sues Discord for ₹500 crore over child safety failures
Brazil's government has filed a federal lawsuit against Discord, seeking ₹500 crore in damages over alleged failures to protect children online.
Tunisian Town Buries Migrant as Anger Grows Over Boat Tragedy
Ben Guerdane buried a migrant found dead after a boat capsized off Tunisia, with residents criticizing the official response.
Colombia names new military chiefs as US Southern Command chief arrives
Colombia's president appoints new military commanders and reiterates a hardline stance against armed groups as the US Southern Command chief visits Bogota.
Flash floods along Nepal-China border kill 160, hundreds missing
Flash floods in the Nepal-China border region have killed at least 160 people, with 403 reported missing, including 341 foreign nationals.
Flash floods at Nepal-China border kill 160, hundreds missing
Flash floods near Nepal-China border kill at least 160, with hundreds missing including foreign pilgrims and trekkers.
France Warns of Hybrid Attacks After Leipzig Drone Incident
France's DGSI chief warns of possible attacks on strategic industries after a drone was found near a Ukrainian aircraft in Leipzig.
Trump Declares Emergency, Bars Some Foreign Gear From US Power Grid
President Trump signed an executive order banning certain foreign-made bulk-power system equipment from the US electricity grid, citing national security threats.
Brazil Sues Discord for $97 Million Over Child Safety Failures
Brazil's solicitor general announced a $97 million lawsuit against Discord for alleged non-compliance with child and women safety laws.
Canada's electricity threat: What it really means for US power supply
Despite Ontario's threat to cut electricity exports, experts say US power supply is secure, with economic impacts more likely than blackouts.
Mixed Emotions in Northeast Syria as SDF Dissolves Into State Military
Kurds in northeast Syria react with hope and caution as the SDF dissolves and integrates into the state military.
Carney to address European Parliament as Canada pivots away from US
Canadian PM Mark Carney will address the European Parliament in September, part of a broader strategy to reduce Canada's economic dependence on the US.
Global Push to Curb Children's Social Media Access Gains Momentum (2026-08-27)
Countries worldwide are enacting or proposing age limits for social media use, targeting tech giants over concerns about children's mental health and safety.
Blumenthal expects 'sledgehammer' Russia sanctions bill to clear House
Senator Blumenthal says a sweeping Russia sanctions bill, backed by Republicans, could pass the House next month and hit Moscow's war funding.
Brazil's Floating-Rate Debt Share Could Hit Record 53% This Year
Brazil's Treasury now expects floating-rate debt to reach 49%-53% of total public debt this year, up from an earlier forecast of 46%-50%.
Himalayan flash flood death toll crosses 150 in Nepal-Tibet border region
The death toll from Wednesday's flash flood in the Nepal-Tibet border area has risen to 157, according to police.
NATO Allies Seek Clarity on US Troop Review as Pentagon Briefing Looms
European allies will press the Pentagon's policy chief for clarity on a US troop review, seeking to reassure Washington on defence spending.