US sees Hormuz deal near as Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan sign defense pact
A US official expects an Iran-Oman deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign a joint defense pact.
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Over 300 Kidnap Victims Freed in Nigeria's Largest Single-Day Rescue
Nigeria rescued over 300 kidnap victims in a single day, including women and children held for months in a forest.
Lula Blames Rubio for US-Brazil Frictions, Says He Respects Trump
Brazil's Lula says Secretary of State Marco Rubio dislikes Brazil and Latin America, blaming him for recent US-Brazil tensions.
Brazil to impose 24-hour hold on large crypto transfers to foreign firms
Brazil's central bank will delay certain crypto transfers by up to 24 hours from next year to curb fraud, targeting transfers over $10,000 to foreign firms or self-custody wallets.
US Suspends Avocado Inspections in Mexico's Michoacan, Halting Exports
The US has paused avocado inspections in Michoacan, Mexico, halting exports. Mexico deploys 1,500 troops to restore security and resume trade.
Trump announces $3 billion push for critical minerals to strengthen US defense
The US will invest $3 billion in critical minerals and battery projects to boost domestic production and national security.
Court Blocks White House Ballroom; Senators Split on Project
A federal appeals court halts the $400 million White House ballroom project, drawing sharply divided reactions from senators.
Argentines See Papal Visit as Sign of Hope Amid Economic Crisis
Pope Leo XIV's November visit to Argentina is seen by many Catholics as a sign of hope amid an economic crisis driven by austerity measures.
Trump's New Birthright Citizenship Orders Face Likely Legal Hurdles
Trump's new executive orders on birthright citizenship target birth tourism and expand exclusions, but legal experts say they face an uphill battle after a June Supreme Court ruling.
A Coin Toss and a Pint: WWII Veteran Marks 100th Birthday
British WWII veteran Ken Pusey celebrated his 100th birthday, recounting how a coin toss and a pint of Guinness saved his life from a rocket attack.
Trump unveils $2bn critical minerals push, mining school funding
President Trump announced over $2 billion for critical minerals projects and $180 million for mining schools to boost domestic supply chains.
Justice Alito Ends Retirement Speculation, Confirms Another Term
Justice Samuel Alito confirms he will serve another term on the Supreme Court, quashing retirement rumors that spiked in June.
Thailand vows stricter gun enforcement after school shooting kills eight
Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul pledges stricter gun law enforcement after a 14-year-old's shooting spree at a Nonthaburi school killed eight and injured over 30.
Spain to Impose Border Checks on Italian Arrivals in Migration Standoff
Spain will introduce border controls on travellers from Italy from Saturday until September 7, responding to Rome's measures.
Japan's New Intelligence Bureau Raises Alarms Over Surveillance and Wartime Echoes
Japan's new National Intelligence Bureau, launched by PM Takaichi, faces domestic protests and regional unease over surveillance risks and echoes of wartime policing.
New Jersey's $2.5 Billion PFAS Settlements With Chemical Giants Get Court Nod
A federal judge approved New Jersey's $2.5 billion settlements with DuPont, 3M, Chemours and Corteva over PFAS contamination.
New Mexico Ruling Against Meta Sparks Call for Big Tech Accountability
New Mexico's attorney general hopes a landmark ruling against Meta will trigger wider scrutiny of Big Tech's impact on children.
Russia Calls German Drone Incident a Fabricated Provocation
Russia's embassy in Berlin dismisses the drone incident at Leipzig/Halle airport as a fabricated provocation, amid German prosecutors' probe.
Spain to Reintroduce Border Checks on Italy Flights and Ships
Spain will impose passport and visa checks on arrivals from Italy from Saturday until September 7, citing migration pressure.
Fired Prosecutor Sues DOJ Over Trump Blog Posts
A former federal prosecutor fired after a conservative commentator highlighted his old blog posts is suing the Justice Department for First Amendment violations.