Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Afipsky Oil Refinery
Kyiv has also been intensifying its long-range drone attacks on warehouses belonging to online Russian retailers, such as Wildberries and Ozon.
Canada Announces Dollar-for-Dollar Retaliatory Tariffs Against US
Ottawa says the tariffs are strategic, meant to put political pressure on the White House
Washington, Ottawa Dispute French Language Rights Derailing Trade Talks
The White House is disputing Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s remarks about French language rights derailing trade talks, saying the issue was related to taxes on streaming services like Netflix. Carney and Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette, who along with other premiers were briefed on the trade talks by Carney, told reporters on Aug. 22 that trade talks with the United States collapsed last week partly because Washington was demanding changes to Canadian French-language protections, bilingual labelling including French user manuals, and content rules. Carney said one of the main sticking points was American efforts to “restrict our protections of our language, our culture, and in effect, our sovereignty.”
Canadian Ministers Announce Measures for Businesses Amid US Tariffs
Canadian ministers announce new measures to support workers and businesses in response to U.S. tariffs at 10:45 a.m. ET on Aug. 25.
EU Steps Up Trade Defenses as Chinese Vehicle, Battery Imports Surge
EU imports of Chinese plug-in hybrids rose 162 percent in the first half of 2026.
Tunisian Hospital Receives 19 Bodies After Migrant Boat Sinks
TUNIS—A hospital in the southern Tunisian city of Ben Guerdane has received at least 19 bodies of migrants recovered from the sea over the past two days, the head of a migrant rights group said on Monday, following the sinking of a boat at the weekend. The sinking of the migrant boat, which carried seven members of the same family, triggered violent protests in the city on Sunday night. Protesters burned tires and blocked roads, while police responded by firing tear gas to disperse the crowds. Protesters are demanding better living conditions and economic development, saying a lack of opportunities and years of marginalization are pushing young people to undertake dangerous sea crossings to Europe in search of a better life....
Federal Judge Delays Lockerbie Bombing Trial After More Evidence Disclosed
Among those who died at Lockerbie were 35 students from Syracuse University, who were returning home from a semester in Europe.
3 People Detained After Alleged Drug Boat Capsizes
Around 5,209 pounds of cocaine were recovered by authorities.
UK Will Share Classified Information on Long-Range Missile Tech With Ukraine
Russia took a dim view of the UK’s announcement, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov saying it viewed the development 'extremely negatively.'
Iran Vows to Retaliate After US Rolls Out ‘Economic D-Day’ Sanctions
Iran said its 'enemies should wait for an attack' after the United States said it will sever every economic lifeline that sustains Tehran.
New Zealand Pledges Under-16 Social Media Ban, Big Tech Required to Infer User Age
Two of the three governing parties oppose the bill, raising questions about its passage.
Colombia’s New President Orders Immigration Raids, Vows to Deport Illegal Immigrants
The announcement marks a clear break after years of Colombia absorbing Venezuelans fleeing economic collapse at home.
Contractor Alleges ‘Iraq-Style’ CFMEU Surveillance of Construction Bosses
A private security director has claimed the union used intimidation tactics on BMD's executives during Brisbane's Centenary Bridge upgrade.
Fully AI-Generated Songs Banned From Australian Music Charts
A recording using AI will only be eligible if it is 'substantially human made.'
Coles Profits Up Nearly 14 Percent Despite $235 Million Staff Underpayment Hit
The group saw strong performance across its supermarkets, where revenue was up 3.7 percent and eCommerce sales grew 26.4 percent to $5.6 billion.
New Chinese Ambassador Warns Australia to ‘Respect’ Beijing’s Core Interests
Liu Jinsong declares himself a representative of Xi Jinping and vows to defend the Chinese Communist Party’s interests.
Should Australia Make Cigarettes Cheaper to Stub out the Black Market?
According to the 2026 National Drug Strategy Household Survey, 34 percent of current smokers said they used illicit tobacco, up from 17 percent.
Nothing Wrong: Hotel Defends Tigers Amid Mad Monday Backlash
Tigers players were filmed at The Garfield Hotel on Aug. 24, appearing to mock sexual assault allegations involving Sydney during a Mad Monday celebration.
'Fighting for Our Lives': Hastie Admits One Nation Ahead in Secret Harbour By-election
The Secret Harbour by-election will be held on Saturday, Aug. 29, following the resignation of long-serving Labor MP and minister Paul Papalia.
Japanese Lawmakers Seek Beijing Talks After China Imposes Curbs
The trip follows travel restrictions and export controls after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on a potential Taiwan conflict.
