The Papers: ‘£50bn black hole’ and parental help from a princess
Wednesday’s papers lead on the next budget, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves under pressure to stick to her spending promises. BBC News
Trump says four candidates in running for Fed chair, rules out Bessent
US president says the Treasury secretary wishes to stay in his current role. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Russia protests Israeli settler attack on diplomatic vehicle in West Bank
Moscow says Israeli troops did not intervene as settlers attacked a Russian diplomatic vehicle and threatened diplomats. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Texas governor seeks court order to fire top Democrat who fled in row over voting map
“There must be consequences,” says the governor as Democrats insist they will not return to Texas. BBC News
Fox Corporation’s new ‘FOX One’ streaming service to launch August 21
FOX One, Fox Corporation’s new streaming service that will integrate all of its popular television brands on a single platform, will officially launch August 21. “FOX One is a truly…
Clintons subpoenaed to testify in congressional Epstein investigation
Former top officials from the justice department during the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations were also sent subpoenas. BBC News
RFK Jr cancels $500m in mRNA vaccine development in the US
Since taking office, the vaccine sceptic has made a number of changes to how vaccines are regulated. BBC News
What is the chikungunya virus, how are countries such as China battling it?
Since the start of 2025, about 240,000 people have been infected with chikungunya, with 90 deaths in 16 countries. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Trump to host Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders for peace talks: Report
Armenia and Azerbaijan’s leaders met in the UAE last month but reached no breakthrough in the decades-long conflict. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
US charges Chinese nationals with illegally shipping Nvidia chips to China
Prosecutors say two men ‘knowingly and willfully’ used California-based company to evade export controls on AI chips. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Hiroshima marks 80 years since atomic bombing
Japan’s leader Shigeru Ishiba and officials from across the world attended the annual ceremony in Hiroshima. BBC News
Great Barrier Reef suffers worst coral decline on record
Reefs have been battered by cyclones and starfish that eat coral, but heat stress driven by climate change is the main cause of damage. BBC News
Hulk Hogan laid to rest at Florida church where he was baptized in private ceremony
A private funeral service was held on Tuesday evening for Hulk Hogan, where dozens were gathered at Indian Rocks Church in Florida to celebrate the life of the wrestling icon.…
Davante Adams shares bold prediction on Travis Hunter’s rookie season
As the start of the NFL regular season draws closer, the Jacksonville Jaguars are offering more insight into how the team plans to deploy rookie Travis Hunter. Hunter, who was…
NFL rookies brought to tears after surprise videos, signed jerseys from Tom Brady and other football legends
Before they became legends on the gridiron, every NFL legend was a humble rookie hoping to make an impact with their team. As the 2025 NFL rookie class gets prepared…
US crime rates dropped in 2024, new FBI report shows
Murder offences decrease by 14.9 percent as US public safety continues to improve after pandemic, according to FBI data. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Police dog slashed with knife during Surrey, B.C. arrestSimon Little
The Surrey Police Service said the incident happened as officers were responding to reports of two people stealing from a vehicle.
Police seek man seen kicking, punching his dog in NanaimoAmy Judd
The witness did take a photo of the man and his dog and described the man as about 5’11, 175 pounds, with tanned skin, dark hair in a ponytail, with…
Rory McIlroy’s absence from first portion of PGA Tour postseason draws concerns from organizers
Rory McIlroy has had another busy schedule this season. But this week, he found a way to lessen his workload. McIlroy elected to skip the St. Jude Championship at TPC…