Hungary Declares Russia a Threat, Reversing Orban’s Moscow-Friendly Policy
A policy document released on Aug. 25 by Budapest also declared support for 'Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.'
Poland Urges EU to Fine Meta $291 Million Over Scam Ads
'We continue to invest heavily in technologies and partnerships ... to find, remove, and ultimately stop scammers,' Meta said.
Russia Threatens Strikes on UK, France Over Long-Range Missile Tech Share With Ukraine
Russian spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said any British military installations and equipment in Ukraine and beyond its borders 'could be targeted.'
Growing Dammed Lake Threatens 2nd Flood at Nepal-Tibet Disaster Zone
The lake has expanded and was overflowing as China warned of high breach risk and Nepal urged downstream communities to stay away from riverbanks.
UN Secretary-General’s Spokesperson Briefs Correspondents After the Floods in Nepal
A spokesperson for U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres holds a press conference on the floods in Nepal at 12 p.m. ET on Aug. 27.
US Not Currently Negotiating With Iran: White House
'No negotiations are happening right now and this will continue' until Trump makes a decision, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
Over 100 UNRWA Staff Members Alleged to Have Hamas Ties, USAID OIG Says
Three individuals have been proposed for debarment, which could prevent them from doing business with the U.S. federal government.
US Issues Travel Advisory for Israel, Gaza
American citizens are advised not to visit certain areas in Israel.
Aftermath of Nepal Flash Floods
Footage of the aftermath of flash floods in Nepal on Aug. 27. Flash floods in the country have killed many people and left hundreds missing, including tourists and workers. The floods swept through communities and halted travel in parts of the Himalayan country.
NATO Chief Rutte and Pentagon Policy Chief Colby Deliver Joint Statements
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte and U.S. Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby deliver joint statements at 7 a.m ET on Aug. 27 at the Alliance’s headquarters in Brussels.
Tanker Hit in Strait of Hormuz as Iran, Oman Pursue New Shipping Deal
Shipping traffic in the strait has edged higher but remained below recent averages.
Tate Brothers Take the Stand in Bail Hearing
British authorities sought extradition of the social media influencers to face rape and sex trafficking charges.
Nostr Compass #37
Postr and Infans launch, security hardens across clients and relays, and six August retrospectives trace Nostr’s evolving interoperability from protocols onward.
Qantas Profit Falls Nearly 14 Percent as Middle East War Adds $420 Million Fuel Hit
Domestic flying still delivered $1.44 billion in earnings for the company despite the higher fuel bill.
COVID Antivirals Less Effective Than First Thought, Research Finds
Taxpayers have poured $2 billion into oral antivirals, but researchers say falling risk and changing virus strains mean it's time to reassess.
Murderer Who Killed Love Rival in Spontaneous Rage Handed 23-year Sentence
The court heard the 24-year-old victim was killed the day before his birthday and left behind nine siblings.
Queensland, NT Gain Concessions on Renewables Mandate for Data Centres
Queensland and the Northern Territory will have more flexibility around the use of coal and gas to power data centres in their jurisdictions.
Solar Panel Recycling Could Be Australia’s Next Billion-Dollar Industry: Recycling Boss
The CEO of Envirostream Australia has outlined a 4-pronged legislative framework he says is critical to clearing the backlog of stockpiled end-of-life panels.
Victoria Axes ‘Secret’ Public Transport Tax as Premier Apologises
'They [Victorians] do deserve an apology. There was no transparency on this charge, its creation or implementation,' said Premier Ben Carroll.
China Seeks Public Tips on Procurement Violations as PLA Rocket Force Purge Continues
Previous commanders of the Rocket Force were all taken down for corruption, and the position remains empty.
