The Pinglu Canal began live-ship trials on Wednesday. It is China’s first major river-to-sea canal to be included in a national development plan. The trials represent the final major test before the waterway begins carrying traffic. The canal is scheduled to open in September.
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China News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:49
Singapore and South Korea have withdrawn Trader Joe’s Everything But the Bagel seasoning. The product contains poppy seeds, an ingredient banned in both countries. The withdrawals reflect the two countries’ restrictions on poppy seeds. The action concerns the seasoning’s presence in their markets.
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BBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:44
Hong Kong formally opened its Economic and Trade Office in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday. The new office is intended to deepen connections with Malaysia and strengthen ties with the wider ASEAN region. The opening expands Hong Kong’s economic and trade presence in Southeast Asia.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:42
Russian President Vladimir Putin boarded the Varyag missile cruiser. Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Viktor Liina briefed him on the fleet’s ongoing drills.
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TASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:41
David Crowley has won the Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin. Crowley reentered the race after receiving an endorsement from Gov. Tony Evers. He defeated democratic socialist Francesca Hong in the primary. The contest took place in the battleground state, a closely watched setting in US politics.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:41
AFP News AgencyOrganizers said the 29th Chengdu International Automobile Exhibition will take place from Aug. 21 to 30. Also known as the Chengdu Motor Show, the event will be held at Western China International Expo City in Sichuan Province. Nearly 120 automobile brands are expected to participate in the exhibition.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:40
China’s imports grew 22% year on year during the first seven months of 2026, according to data from the General Administration of Customs. Import growth exceeded export growth by 8 percentage points over the same period. The figures point to a stronger expansion of inbound trade. They also frame China’s shift from a manufacturing-centered role toward a larger role as a market.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:36
ReutersU.S. entrepreneur and Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently encouraged people to visit China. In a social media post, he described the country as “awesome.” His comments came as interest in traveling to China grows globally. The item highlights the positive view of China expressed by Musk and the broader attention surrounding visits there.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:32
Donald Trump said the decoy aircraft involved in a secret change to his flight plans faced a “greater risk.” Air Force One was still carrying journalists and senior aides during the change. Those people remained at apparent risk of an Iranian strike. His account highlighted the security danger surrounding the flight arrangement.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 07:31
U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the aircraft he used after secretly taking a military flight from Turkey last month was exposed to a “greater risk.” His remark described the relative danger faced by the later plane, without explaining what created that risk. The statement followed his account of the undisclosed flight change from Turkey.
The White House Correspondents’ Association is asking President Trump’s administration to work with it on a future protocol for handling extraordinary security circumstances. The request follows revelations from leaks to news organizations about Trump’s secret plane switch last month. The group wants clearer arrangements for dealing with similar situations in the future.
Donald Trump secretly changed planes while leaving a Nato summit in Turkey last month. The switch reportedly fooled even the press pool accompanying him. The journalists boarded the aircraft as planned, only to do so without Trump on board. The report looks at what travelling on Air Force One with the US president is like.
Germany’s federal and state transport ministers are set to address the challenges that falling water levels pose for river shipping. The Cabinet is also due to decide on reforms that would grant intelligence agencies new powers. DW reports on both developments.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:31
Pakistan says the United States and Iran are close to reaching an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices nevertheless held their gains after rising for a sixth consecutive day. Investors remain skeptical that a deal would quickly restore energy flows through the strategic waterway. The uncertainty around the potential arrangement continues to shape energy-market expectations.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 07:30
Hiroshi Okuda, Toyota’s former chief executive, has died at the age of 93. He led the Japanese automaker during a period of strong expansion in international markets. Okuda is remembered for guiding Toyota’s rise as a global car manufacturer. His death marks the passing of a notable leader in the company’s development.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:30
The 2026 total solar eclipse has arrived. The guide explains what people need to know to watch this astronomical event. It focuses on when the eclipse can be seen and how to observe it, offering practical information for viewers preparing to follow the spectacle.
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CNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:30
Spain and other parts of Europe are seeing a surge of visitors in quiet towns and villages as the continent prepares for its first total solar eclipse since 2006. Eclipse chasers have driven to these destinations, bringing a wave of tourism to communities that are usually sleepy. The celestial event has been billed as the “event of the century,” prompting travelers to make plans around the spectacle.
Millions of people in Spain and Iceland prepared to watch a total solar eclipse on Wednesday. They packed protective glasses and travelled toward locations where the rare astronomical spectacle could be seen in full. The event has generated widespread excitement across both countries.
The Kyiv IndependentOne child was killed in the southern Russian city of Novorossiysk after a massive unmanned aerial vehicle attack. Air defense forces said they shot down several hundred UAVs during the assault. The attack took place in Russia’s southern Krasnodar Region, according to the report.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:29
An overnight drone attack in the Russian Black Sea port city of Novorossiysk killed a child, Mayor Andrei Kravchenko said. He reported that four enterprises and more than two dozen residential buildings were also damaged. Kravchenko shared the account on Telegram on Wednesday.
Israeli settlers have demolished homes in a village in Jericho. The destruction has left displaced Palestinian families facing rubble and fear. The Israeli government is accused of complicity in the demolitions, according to the report’s framing.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:28
Continuous bombing is disrupting the routines of autistic children in Gaza. The sensory shocks caused by the attacks are also triggering behavioural relapses. Families are coping with these effects while facing destruction and loss around them.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:27
Twelve thousand heliostats follow the sun across Dunhuang’s Gobi Desert, powering China’s first 100-megawatt molten-salt tower concentrated solar power plant. Builders developed an independent industrial supply chain despite having few technical blueprints, and the facility generates 250 million kilowatt-hours of clean electricity each year.
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CGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:26
Acting Governor Alexander Shuvayev says Ukrainian attacks in Russia’s Belgorod Region have killed more than 600 civilians since February 2022. He reported that as many as 4,737 people have also been injured. The figures cover the period beginning in February 2022 and concern casualties in the region attributed to the attacks.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:25
Russian Air Force commander Sergey Kobylash says the country’s aircraft fleet is almost completely modernized. He added that since the start of Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine, the air force has achieved what he called impressive results in engaging both ground and air targets. The statement highlights modernization alongside reported combat performance.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:23
Typhoon Dolphin and cold air jointly affected Beijing. Heavy rainfall hit parts of the city under their combined influence.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:22
Typhoon Dolphin has brought heavy rainfall to China. The storm has also caused flooding in the country.
A Ukrainian attack on Energodar injured three people, including two employees of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. The nuclear facility said one of those wounded is in serious condition. No further details were provided about the incident or the other injuries.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:22
Chennai airport declared a full emergency after an IndiGo flight suffered an engine failure. The incident came hours after reports that an Air India pilot involved in an in-flight incident last week had tested positive in a drug test. The developments have drawn attention to separate aviation safety incidents in India.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:20
AFP News AgencyN. Chandrasekaran, chairman of India’s Tata Sons, said on Wednesday that he had resigned. He cited the board’s failure to approve his reappointment as the reason for his departure. The resignation comes amid tensions with the charity arm that controls the Tata Group, whose businesses range from salt to aviation.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:15
Shares of Tata Group companies extended their decline on Wednesday, falling as much as 4%. The selling followed the resignation of N. Chandrasekaran as chairman of Tata Sons. His departure sparked a selloff across the conglomerate’s listed companies, sending their stocks lower. The market reaction spread beyond the parent company to other publicly traded Tata businesses.
India’s Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran has stepped down, according to a source directly familiar with the matter. The source said he will nevertheless remain in place until his current term ends. No reason for the resignation or details about a successor were provided.
Police in Guangdong have broken up 90 newly identified gangs during an anti-gang crackdown. They also cleared 353 criminal cases and detained 1,201 suspects, the provincial public security department said Tuesday. Authorities seized a large volume of assets in the operation.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:14
Cristiano Ronaldo, described as football’s most famous current player, has married his long-term partner Georgina Rodriguez. The couple wed after being together for a decade. The marriage took place in Portugal.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-08-12 07:11
Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his long-time partner, Georgina Rodríguez. Ronaldo shared an image showing two hands, with one presumed to be his resting on his wife’s hand. Both hands appear to be wearing wedding rings, indicating the marriage announcement through the photograph.
A Ukrainian drone attack has killed a civilian in Crimea. Regional head Sergey Aksyonov called on residents to remain calm and stay vigilant. The statement places the incident in Crimea and highlights the local authorities’ appeal for caution.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:06
A Russian serviceman says the BARS-Kursk crew destroyed more than 30 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles in the Sumy Region. He said the troops use radar stations to follow the UAVs’ flight paths and lock onto selected targets. After that, a Russian drone moves toward the target and detonates. The account describes a radar-guided drone interception operation attributed to the Russian unit.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:03
U.S. consumer prices were likely to rise moderately in July as gasoline prices softened. The expected increase could further weaken financial-market expectations that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates this year. The reading points to easing pressure from fuel costs, while markets continue to assess the outlook for monetary policy.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:00
Chinese officials are working urgently to address a longstanding problem hanging over the property sector. The issue is linked to leases coming to an end and is described as a $148 billion threat. Efforts are now focused on finding a way to resolve the risk facing the industry.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:00
Mikhail Margelov warned that the United States could face a “bloodbath” if it launches a ground operation against Iran. He said the situation could develop in many different ways.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:00
Mikhail Margelov said the United States may launch a ground operation against Iran by the end of the year. He said Donald Trump will make his decisions based on how much Republicans lose.
Shanghai is testing a new weight-management approach for children and adolescents. The pilot brings together artificial intelligence, targeted health education and care from multiple medical disciplines. It is designed to combine these elements in managing young people’s weight.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 06:43
Pakistan’s foreign minister says three Pakistani nationals were killed in an attack by the Houthis in the Red Sea. Islamabad has strongly condemned Houthi attacks on commercial vessels. The minister also expressed condolences to the families of those who died. The statement links the reported deaths with the wider attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:42
A “property service supermarket” in Changchun, Jilin Province, is introducing more flexible property services for local residents. Its services extend across 39 older residential communities and cover 245 buildings. The model is presented as a tailored approach to meeting community needs.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 06:40
China has strongly dismissed US criticism of a joint statement concerning Beijing’s notification of a ballistic missile launch. It accused Washington of using the Conference on Disarmament for what it called political manipulation and the application of double standards. The dispute centers on how the missile test was notified and how the joint statement addressed the matter.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:38
China has rejected US criticism of a joint statement on its notification of a July submarine-launched ICBM test. At the Conference on Disarmament, Ambassador Li Chijiang accused Washington of political manipulation and double standards, defended China’s advance notices as responsible goodwill, and said China is not bound by the Hague Code of Conduct because it is not a member.
The Trump administration has removed restrictions on using TikTok on federal government devices. Officials said the short-video platform no longer represents a national security threat after its U.S. operations were restructured. The decision reverses the earlier limits placed on TikTok use across government equipment.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:37
The fast expansion of artificial intelligence is creating a fresh surge in electricity demand. That pressure is bringing nuclear power back into the spotlight. China is therefore turning to nuclear energy as a possible way to support the power needs of the AI era.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 06:36
A ferry has capsized in Zimbabwe, leaving at least 15 people dead and dozens missing. Zimbabwe’s Civil Protection Unit said the vessel was carrying more than 90 people. That number exceeded the ferry’s stated capacity. The account identifies overloading as a factor in the incident.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:29
An overloaded ferry capsized on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba. At least 15 people were killed in the incident, while 27 others remain missing. The accident has left dozens dead or unaccounted for.
A ferry capsized in Zimbabwe, leaving 15 people dead. Another 75 people remain missing after the incident. Rescue teams have recovered 74 survivors. The search continues as authorities work to account for everyone who was aboard.
According to the Financial Times, US Vice President JD Vance conveyed Washington’s request during a phone call with Vladimir Zelensky on July 31. The request was for Kyiv to halt strikes against CPC infrastructure. The report presents the appeal as one delivered personally by Vance to the Ukrainian leader. It centers on Washington’s communication with Kyiv over attacks on the infrastructure.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:22
A boat carrying 95 people has sunk in Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba. The vessel is reportedly said to have overturned after strong waves struck it. The brief report identifies the incident as a sinking on the lake, without providing further details.
BBBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:21
The General Staff says Russia’s forces have suffered total losses of 1,461,660 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022. The stated figure includes 1,260 casualties among Russian forces during the past day.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:18
Guangdong’s electricity demand reached a new record during a prolonged heatwave. The provincial power load climbed to 175.7 million kilowatts at 1:47 p.m. on Tuesday. Guangdong Power Grid, part of China Southern Power Grid, said this marked the fourth time the provincial grid has set a new high this year.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 06:17
Victoria’s parliament has passed a bill abolishing group voting tickets by 33 votes to four. Under the new arrangement, voters must rank at least five parties above the line in order of preference. The change is expected to make it harder for prominent microparty MPs, including Georgie Purcell, to retain seats in the state’s upper house. Victoria’s Legislative Council had been the only Australian upper house still using the system.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:15
Australia has approved new rules designed to benefit gig delivery workers. Delivery drivers will be guaranteed higher pay described as “world-leading,” along with insurance coverage while working. The measure could serve as a model for other countries considering protections for workers in the delivery sector.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:05
China’s pharmaceutical sector is rising, drawing growing interest from drugmakers around the world. The report examines why global companies are moving into China’s pharma market. It focuses on the factors behind this international investment. No specific deal or company is identified in the headline.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 06:02
Fear of a possible Chinese invasion is fueling suspicion toward some spouses of Taiwan’s citizens. Known as “mainland spouses,” they were born in China and became Taiwanese citizens through marriage. Their loyalty is being questioned amid those security fears, while some people say the group is also facing discrimination. The debate centers on how these spouses are viewed in Taiwan.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 06:00
Water levels on the Rhine River are continuing to fall, with no relief currently in sight. Companies that depend on the waterway are being pushed to respond quickly. Their adjustments are aimed at keeping goods moving despite the worsening conditions. The situation is placing immediate operational pressure on industries tied to Rhine shipping.
BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 06:00
An APEC-related service in Shenzhen offers shoppers a faster tax-refund process. Visitors can complete the refund procedure within five minutes after making a purchase.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 05:47
Only eight vessels were tracked in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, the lowest count in a week, according to shipping data. Owners have been avoiding the vital waterway as hostilities continue in the Middle East. The reduced traffic reflects the disruption caused by the ongoing regional tensions.
RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 05:40
Brent crude prices have climbed after renewed attacks weakened expectations that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen. The violence has also reduced hopes that energy markets will return to stability. Market sentiment remains focused on the strategic waterway and the risks its disruption poses to energy flows.
Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Rezaei reiterated on the 11th that the Strait of Hormuz would not be opened unless the United States ended its maritime blockade and fighting. The US side has presented a different position. Washington and Tehran continue to make opposing claims over the strait, while the standoff remains unresolved.
The US military said on Tuesday that it had struck a Panama-flagged vessel attempting to approach an Iranian port. Washington said the ship was violating its blockade of Iranian ports. President Donald Trump again claimed that the United States had “total control” of the Strait of Hormuz. The latest developments in the Middle East are being followed through a continuing live update.
The United States and Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis reported separate attacks on shipping as hopes for ending the months-old Iran war weakened. Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would stay closed unless Washington accepted its conditions. Four crew members and two Yemeni rescuers were reportedly killed in a suspected Houthi attack, while the US said it fired missiles to disable a Panama-flagged cargo ship accused of violating a blockade on Iranian ports.
Iran’s top security official says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless the United States meets Iran’s conditions. The statement came as Pakistan’s Naqvi visited Tehran. Iran is therefore maintaining its position that reopening the strategic waterway depends on US compliance with its demands.
US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz is under complete US control. He warned that the United States would strike Iran if Tehran attempted to alter that situation.
A hearing of New South Wales’s Independent Commission Against Corruption heard that members of a conservative Christian Liberal group received a “kickback” from consultancy payments made by the body governing more than 600 Catholic schools. Consultant and lobbyist Jeremy Greenwood gave evidence for a third day on Wednesday. His testimony formed part of Operation Rosny, an inquiry into allegations linked to Reformers.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 05:37
Japan has turned back mango shipments, China has blocked rice, and European inspectors have flagged spices. These actions are prompting Indian growers to ask what is going wrong with the country’s agricultural exports. The developments point to mounting concerns across several overseas markets about Indian farm products.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 05:34
Thailand is suspending the issuance of new gun permits and tightening firearm controls after a deadly school shooting last week. A 14-year-old boy killed eight people in the attack before turning the gun on himself. The government’s response focuses on stricter licensing and firearms oversight following the incident.
CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 05:30
Lyon overturned a first-leg deficit by beating Sparta Prague 3-0 in the second leg of their Champions League third qualifying round tie. The French side had lost the opening match 2-1, but advanced after reversing the score across the two legs. Lyon will now meet Fenerbahce in the playoffs. The winner will secure a place in the group stage.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 05:29
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kyiv has submitted proposals to the United States aimed at ending the war with Russia. He also warns that Moscow may use next month’s election as a pretext to announce a new mobilisation. His comments connect Ukraine’s diplomatic initiative with a warning about a possible Russian military call-up.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 05:26
Passengers were rescued after a ferry departing from Bali caught fire. Authorities said they had visually confirmed that no passengers were still aboard the burning vessel. Officials were nevertheless continuing to verify the total number of people involved. The fire prompted a rescue response near Bali and Lombok.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 05:24
An Indonesian ferry carrying about 130 people caught fire on Wednesday morning in waters off Lombok. The vessel had been travelling from the tourist island of Bali. Officials said an evacuation of the passengers was under way as the incident unfolded.
A passenger ferry caught fire in rough seas near Bali, Indonesia. Crews are fighting the blaze while working to reach and rescue additional passengers. The operation is focused on finding more survivors from the burning vessel. Rescue efforts remain underway near the popular Indonesian tourist island.
A Gen Z teacher from Russia uses an AI-produced short drama to help students understand China. The format draws on the quick pace and engaging style of short videos. It makes grammar and vocabulary easier for students to grasp and helps the lessons stay memorable.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 05:21
The report highlights key takeaways from Tuesday’s primary elections. No specific candidates, races or results are identified in the available item.
CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 05:21
The Three Gorges New Energy Jiangsu Rudong offshore wind project has produced more than 10 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity as of Monday. The 800-megawatt project is described as Asia’s first offshore wind facility to use flexible direct-current transmission. Its reported generation marks a major output milestone for the project and highlights the use of flexible DC technology in offshore renewable power.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 05:15
China called on the international community Tuesday to take urgent steps to contain escalating violence in the Palestine-Israel conflict. The appeal focused on saving civilian lives and upholding justice. Beijing presented international action as necessary in response to the worsening violence.
CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 05:15
US President’s special envoy Steve Witkoff said he is meeting released American Robert Gilman in the United States. Witkoff thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for granting the pardon. He also credited Putin with personal engagement throughout the process, according to the statement.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 05:09
Russia has released former US marine Robert Gilman. He had been imprisoned since 2022 after being convicted of attacking a police officer. The report gives no further details about the terms or circumstances of his release.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan. The decision has exposed tensions between the two leaders. The report examines whether Trump can keep his stated or implied irritation with Netanyahu under control as the disagreement unfolds. Their clash centres on the response to the Gaza peace proposal and has put strain on the relationship between them.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 05:01
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was expected to leave hospital on Wednesday after undergoing surgery, according to state news agency Bernama. His wife provided the update cited in the report. The wording indicates that his discharge was anticipated rather than confirmed. No further details about the procedure or his condition were given.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 05:00
Israeli forces have arrested 23 Palestinians in continuing operations across the West Bank. They also demolished the home of a man who was killed during a confrontation with Israeli settlers in July. The actions come as the United Nations warns that conditions in the West Bank are reaching a breaking point.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 04:59
ReutersUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez Delgado on Aug. 11. The two leaders discussed ways to advance bilateral cooperation. They also considered sharing Ukraine’s security experience with the Central American country. The conversation focused on cooperation between Ukraine and Costa Rica and on Kyiv’s security expertise.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 04:53
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia used missiles supplied by North Korea in an attack on Ukraine. Kyiv says the strike caused multiple casualties, with people reported killed and injured.
BBBC ChineseOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 04:52
New reports say the US president hid inside a catering truck while switching aircraft in July. The reported move was linked to an alleged bomb plot and raised the question of whether it was an escape from an Iranian assassination scheme. The account presents the plot as alleged rather than established fact.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 04:52
US President Donald Trump says the decision to switch planes in Turkiye after the NATO summit was made by the Secret Service. He described the decision as being up to the agency, without providing further details.
President Donald Trump says he changed aircraft after the Nato summit in Turkey. He said the Secret Service wanted him to take a different flight. The decision was made because of a possible threat. Trump did not provide further details about the reported danger.
Donald Trump’s dramatic plane swap is presented as a sign that the Iran war may carry personal stakes for him. Anthony Zurcher describes the episode as another striking moment in the turbulent history of Trump’s relationship with Iran. The incident is framed as part of that unsettled relationship, rather than as an isolated development. Its significance lies in what the unusual plane change may suggest about Trump’s connection to the conflict.
US media reports claim that President Donald Trump secretly departed Air Force One in a catering truck. The reports say the move was intended to help him avoid a threat to his life from Iran. The unusual account focuses on whether the president was moved off the aircraft in this way. No further details are given about the alleged threat or the reported departure.
The remnants of Typhoon Dolphin are continuing to deliver torrential rain across northern and central China. Thousands of people have been evacuated from flood- and landslide-prone areas in Beijing. Forecasters warned that the capital could receive more than 150mm of rain in the next 24 hours, while some districts may exceed 200mm. Such totals would amount to more than one-third of Beijing’s average annual rainfall of 528mm.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 04:43
Meta is facing what the headline describes as its own “tobacco” moment in court. The phrasing presents the legal confrontation as a potentially defining challenge for the technology company.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 04:43
European and global markets face a new trading day with attention fixed on several hot spots. Investors are also looking ahead to the release of consumer price data. The market outlook weighs geopolitical tensions alongside the approaching CPI report.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 04:40
South Korea’s presidential administration has urged North Korea to stop launching missiles. It characterized Pyongyang’s actions as a provocation. The administration said the launches violate resolutions adopted by the UN Security Council. Seoul called for an end to the missile activity.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 04:33
North Korea has conducted a missile test shortly before planned military drills involving the United States and South Korea. Japan said the suspected ballistic missile was launched in the direction of Japan. Tokyo assessed that it likely fell just outside Japan’s exclusive economic zone. The launch comes as the allied exercises are about to begin.
North Korea launched a ballistic missile on Wednesday, marking its second test in under a week. The launch came as Seoul and Washington prepare to start their annual military exercises next week. The launches appear intended to signal Pyongyang’s opposition to the drills. North Korea regards the exercises as a rehearsal for an invasion.
North Korea has launched its second ballistic missile in less than a week. The launch comes as the United States and South Korea prepare for the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises. The timing links the latest weapons test to the allies’ planned military activity. No further details about the missile or its flight are provided.
The 2026 Wuzhen Theatre Festival is scheduled to take place in October. This year’s theme, “Serene Transcendence,” is drawn from The Book of Jin and conveys inner calm alongside lofty aspiration. Organizers said the wording reflects the festival’s commitment to remaining faithful to the original spirit of theatrical creation.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 04:32
China’s annual hydrogen production capacity surpassed 51 million metric tons by the end of 2025, according to a report issued Tuesday by the National Energy Administration. Capacity was about 1.4% higher than a year earlier. Actual hydrogen output increased 7.3% during the same period, reaching more than 39 million metric tons. The report also said renewable energy capacity doubled.
CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 04:30
Severe storms swept across the U.S. Midwest on Tuesday. Officials said the weather had killed at least two people. Nearly one million people were left without electricity. The outages affected a broad area as the storm system moved through the region.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 04:30
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