Hundreds of Tibetans and supporters gathered in New York’s Times Square for a candlelight memorial marking one month since Lobga Rangzen died after setting himself on fire outside United Nations headquarters. His family spoke publicly for the first time, with his niece Tenzin Choekyi remembering him. Hollywood actor Richard Gere, a longtime supporter of Tibetan human rights, also joined the event. He urged the international community to pay closer attention to rights in Tibet after the Chinese government began implementing its national unity legislation.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-02 16:38

A shooting occurred at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in Idaho. Multiple people were killed in the incident. No further details about the number of victims or the circumstances of the shooting were provided.

GGuardian News2026-08-02 10:05

The Trump administration is holding a cabinet meeting at Camp David. The event centers on a meeting of cabinet members at the presidential retreat.

TThe White House2026-08-01 20:47

A rockfall has struck an Italian city following an earthquake in Naples. The incident is linked to the seismic event, while no further details are given. The report identifies Naples as the location of the earthquake and Italy as the country affected. It does not provide information about casualties or damage.

GGuardian News2026-08-01 16:20

Chinese American writer Teresa Buczacki recalls the upheaval and fractured humanity she witnessed during the Cultural Revolution in an interview with VOA. She describes her grandmother’s home being searched eight times, listening secretly to Voice of America while living in Xinjiang, and using literature to resist the era’s pressures. Buczacki also remembers Lao She’s farewell words and the Red Guards’ denunciation of him. She calls for a direct reckoning with the history of the Cultural Revolution.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-01 13:00

Large clay jars have traditionally been part of everyday life in Iraq, where they are used to store and cool drinking water. As more people seek alternatives to plastic, the handmade vessels are gaining renewed attention. In Duz Khurmatu, brothers Niaz and Nawazad Hayas are preserving a pottery craft passed down through their family. They produce markana water jars, cups and other items, while resident Tuba says she has used a markana for about 20 years because it gives water a naturally cool, refreshing taste.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-01 04:30

President Trump hosted a cabinet meeting at Camp David on July 31, 2026.

TThe White House2026-07-31 16:33

President Trump made an announcement concerning Freedom Haulers. The White House identified the announcement but provided no further details in the available statement.

TThe White House2026-07-30 17:53

The Federal Reserve has published the transcript and meeting materials for the Federal Open Market Committee press conference held on July 29, 2026. The U.S. central bank conducts national monetary policy. Its stated functions include promoting maximum employment and stable prices while supporting the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the broader public interest.

FFederal Reserve2026-07-29 20:24

The Federal Reserve issued the introductory statement for the Federal Open Market Committee meeting held on July 29, 2026. The release provides links to a transcript and meeting materials. As the central bank of the United States, the Federal Reserve carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest. Its monetary-policy role is aimed at maximum employment, stable prices and moderate …

FFederal Reserve2026-07-29 20:14

President Trump made an announcement alongside the Secretary of Transportation. The White House issued the item concerning the joint appearance. No additional details were provided in the announcement.

TThe White House2026-07-29 19:44

President Trump visited a General Motors plant in Michigan. He said America is building cars again and declared, with strong emphasis, that the auto industry is back.

TThe White House2026-07-29 17:58

The towers and spires of the Palace of Westminster are part of a large Victorian ventilation system. It was first designed in the 1840s and later refined during repairs following damage from Second World War bombing. Understanding this historic infrastructure has been important in shaping a new restoration approach for the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The work aims to protect the site for future generations.

UUK Parliament2026-07-24 15:34

The Federal Reserve System is set to hold a panel on financial health in the United States on July 14, 2026. The discussion is part of the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion program. As the U.S. central bank, the Federal Reserve carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest. Its responsibilities include conducting monetary policy to encourage maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates.

FFederal Reserve2026-07-17 20:02

The Federal Reserve will hold a panel on emerging payment methods, digital access and payments inclusion on July 14, 2026. The discussion is part of the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference. As the United States’ central bank, the Federal Reserve carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the economy and the broader public interest.

FFederal Reserve2026-07-17 20:02

The UK Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee questioned senior Ministry of Defence officials about the affordability of the Defence Investment Plan. MPs examined the effects of the time taken to agree the plan and the uncertainty this may have created for the UK defence industry. Permanent Secretary Jeremy Pocklington CB was among those questioned. The broadcast is missing its first 60 minutes because of technical problems.

UUK Parliament2026-07-16 11:21

The UK Parliament’s Women and Equalities Committee is examining equality at work. MPs heard evidence from witnesses as part of the inquiry, focusing on flexible working and disability. Those giving evidence included representatives from Action for ME, Arthritis UK, Disability Rights UK, The Down’s Syndrome Association and Scope.

UUK Parliament2026-07-15 15:20

Governor Cook is scheduled to moderate a panel on emerging innovation, artificial intelligence and financial inclusion at the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference on July 14, 2026. The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It carries out monetary policy aimed at maximum employment, stable prices and moderate long-term interest rates. The system also performs broader functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the public interest.

FFederal Reserve2026-07-15 12:43

Governor Barr is scheduled to take part in a fireside chat on artificial intelligence and financial inclusion. The discussion is part of the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference on July 14, 2026. The Federal Reserve System, the central bank of the United States, carries out functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the broader public interest. Its responsibilities include monetary policy, employment, price stability and long-term interest rates.

FFederal Reserve2026-07-15 12:43

Federal Reserve Governor Barr delivered remarks on artificial intelligence at the Next-Gen Financial Inclusion conference. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States and carries out several functions intended to support the effective operation of the U.S. economy and the public interest. Its responsibilities include conducting monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates.

FFederal Reserve2026-07-15 12:43

The UK Parliament is broadcasting Prime Minister’s Questions, with British Sign Language support available. PMQs is held each Wednesday when the House of Commons is sitting, allowing MPs to question Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer or a minister nominated for the session. Proceedings usually begin with a routine open question about the Prime Minister’s engagements. MPs can then raise supplementary questions on any subject.

UUK Parliament2026-07-15 11:55

The House of Commons is holding Prime Minister’s Questions with British Sign Language support. MPs may question Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer or a nominated minister. The sitting generally begins with a routine open question about the Prime Minister’s engagements, followed by supplementary questions on matters of current political importance. Opposition Leader Kemi Badenoch is due to ask six questions.

UUK Parliament2026-07-15 11:53

The Health and Social Care Committee has heard evidence about reviews of maternity care led by Donna Ockenden and Baroness Valerie Amos. Witnesses included Baroness Amos, who chairs the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation, alongside expert advisers Julia Sanders and Christine Ekechi. Donna Ockenden, chair of the independent review into maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals, also gave evidence. The session focused on these maternity-care investigations.

UUK Parliament2026-07-15 10:40

The Work and Pensions Committee is examining the government’s Child Maintenance Service. It heard evidence from the charities Gingerbread and Surviving Economic Abuse. Gingerbread chief executive Abigail Wood appeared as a witness. Surviving Economic Abuse was represented by CEO Sam Morfey and head of external affairs Sara D’Arcy.

UUK Parliament2026-07-15 09:50