Trump Envoys Arrive in Moscow Ahead of Ukraine Talks
Two of US President Donald Trump's top envoys have arrived in Moscow, Russian media has said, ahead of a weekend of talks aimed at accelerating efforts to end the war in Ukraine, according to BBC.
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Maria Bartiromo Lawyer Denies Firing, Cites ‘Receipts’
Maria Bartiromo’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, has denied reports that she was fired from Fox News, claiming she is still employed by the network and has evidence to prove it. According to The Hollywood Reporter and The Guardian, Freedman said the claims of her dismissal are 'absolutely and unequivocally false.'
Gloria Steinem’s Life-Changing Stay in India and Its Lasting Impact
Gloria Steinem’s stay in India in the 1950s profoundly influenced her feminist views and personal life, according to The Guardian.
Hero nurse recalls Pakistan nursery fire that killed 14 babies
Staff nurse Razia Noreen was the only person able to save a baby from the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences nursery fire on August 26, which killed 14 newborns, according to Al Jazeera.
Ukraine Hits Back After Russian Drone Attack on SBU HQ in Kyiv
A Russian drone struck the headquarters of Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) in Kyiv, causing damage and multiple injuries. President Volodymyr Zelensky ordered a 'mirror' response. According to Spiegel and T-Online.
Alabama Football’s 2026 Season: New Staff, New Challenges
Alabama Crimson Tide defeated USC 52-6, continuing a tradition of strong performances against top-tier opponents in the 2026 season. The win came under head coach Nick Saban.
Body of world’s youngest traditional king returns home to Uganda amid succession row
The body of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the world's youngest reigning monarch, was returned to Uganda on Thursday amid a growing dispute over his succession.
Trump’s ‘retribution’ could now include Falklands favor to Milei
Donald Trump’s fixation with retribution could now extend to the Falkland Islands, a move that could benefit Argentina’s president, according to The Guardian.
Mistrial Declared in Lindsay Clancy Murder Case After Deadlock
A mistrial has been declared in the murder case against Lindsay Clancy after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous decision, according to the BBC.
Argentina’s Milei threatens sanctions as he refocuses on Falklands
Argentine President Javier Milei has threatened sanctions against companies drilling for oil near the Falkland Islands, according to Al Jazeera.
Colombia President Provokes Disgust with ‘Terrorist’ Bodies Video
Colombia’s hardline president, Abelardo De La Espriella, has provoked outrage after posting a video on social media in which he strides through rows of white body bags that he says contained the corpses of 23 'neutralised' guerrillas, according to The Guardian.
UK’s Support for Falkland Islands ‘Unwavering’ Amid Argentina Claims
The UK's position on the Falkland Islands remains 'unwavering', Downing Street has said following Argentina's president reiterating his country's claim to the islands, according to BBC.
Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Keeps Man Alive for 9 Months
A genetically modified kidney from a pig kept a 66-year-old man alive for nine months in a world first. According to The Guardian, the breakthrough was published in the Lancet.
US investigating if missile hit Iran wedding, Vance says
The US military is investigating Iranian claims that its strikes killed at least four people, including two children, at a wedding in southern Iran, Vice-President JD Vance has said.
US diesel prices hit all-time high of $5.85 a gallon
The national average for a gallon of diesel in the U.S. reached $5.85, surpassing the previous record of $5.81 in June 2022, according to AAA data. The surge is attributed to supply chain pressures and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.