‘I ran because I knew I would die’: Russian drones target medics in Ukraine
Ukrainian emergency workers warn of growing Russian attacks on hospitals and ambulances.
‘I ran because I knew I would die’: Russian drones target medics in Ukraine
Ukrainian emergency workers warn of growing Russian attacks on hospitals and ambulances.
Senior managers at St Basil’s aged care, where 50 died from Covid, can’t remember it all. Grieving loved ones can’t forget
Konstantin Kontis and Vicky Kos were compelled to testify at a coronial inquest resuming on the sixth anniversary of the tragedy
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Quiet sobs could be heard in Melbourne’s coroner’s court, as several families attended to finally hear from the pair who were the most senior managers when, throughout July and August 2020, almost a quarter of the 188 residents at St Basil’s aged care home died from Covid-19 or neglect.
Following multiple failed legal bids to avoid giving evidence after 50 residents died in the Victorian aged care home they managed, Konstantin Kontis and Vicky Kos were compelled to testify at a coronial inquest resuming on the sixth anniversary of the tragedy.
Continue reading...David Brat bound for Australia as diplomat confirmed as next US ambassador
Former Republican state congressman, who once argued Christianity and capitalism should merge, confirmed by US Senate to fill long-vacant role
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Former Virginia congressman David Brat has been confirmed by the US Senate to be the next US ambassador to Australia, after the role had been left vacant for 18 months.
Brat’s confirmation was among more than 70 votes pushed through the Senate by Republicans on Friday, Washington time, before the summer recess.
Continue reading...The phone book that led us to Assad’s spy chief in hiding
How we tracked down "The Spider" who was once one of the most-feared men in Syria.
Iran Update Special Report, August 7, 2026 – Institute for the Study of War
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- Early Edition: August 6, 2026 Just Security
- Iran-US war widens and other geopolitical stories to know this month The World Economic Forum
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U.S. intelligence agencies warn Putin could test NATO by authorizing provocative actions – CBS News
- U.S. intelligence agencies warn Putin could test NATO by authorizing provocative actions CBS News
- US intel assesses Putin could launch attack aimed at testing NATO unity CNN
- Opinion | Russia keeps testing NATO. The lack of response will embolden Putin. The Washington Post
- Ten of Russia’s Newest Fighters Operating Over Central Europe Destroy Multiple Targets in Live Fire Drills Military Watch Magazine
- Exclusive | U.S. Intel Finds Putin Could Test NATO’s Resolve With Limited Incursion WSJ
Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was ‘not good’ for America or his father’s legacy
In a wide-ranging BBC interview, the former president's son denied having any interest in running for office and said his father's cancer has spread.
Spain to introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy
Move comes in response to Rome imposing similar measures after mass migration rush to Ceuta
Spain has announced it will introduce temporary border checks on visitors from Italy in response to Rome imposing similar measures after a mass rush of people from Morocco into Ceuta.
The checks, which come “amid the persistent irregular migration pressure” facing Italy, will start at midnight on Saturday and last until 7 September, Spain’s interior ministry said in a statement.
Continue reading...Watch: BBC asks Infantino if he will resign as Fifa president
The head of the football governing body has faced multiple calls to quit after his aborted attempt to sell private stakes in the World Cup.
Thai PM vows to introduce stricter gun laws after eight killed in shooting
Eight people were killed when a 14-year-old opened fire at his home and school before shooting himself dead.
Thai PM vows to introduce stricter gun laws after eight killed in shooting
Eight people were killed when a 14-year-old opened fire at his home and school before shooting himself dead.
What is birthright citizenship and how common is birth tourism in the US?
The Trump administration is trying to restrict access to US citizenship for some people through attempts to end birth tourism and tighten other criteria.
Sophia Laforteza steps away from Katseye, the second member to depart this year
The announcement came comes after fellow bandmate Manon Bannerman went on a hiatus from the ensemble.
US police officer accused of killing three people in Mexico arrested at border
Chad Eberle of Texas charged over deadly shooting in Saltillo that officials say stemmed from custody dispute
A Texas police officer has been arrested in Mexico after authorities there accused him of killing three people and critically injuring the mother of his child in what investigators say stemmed from a dispute over the custody of the minor.
The Coahuila attorney general’s office said 35-year-old Chad Eberle was arrested on Wednesday at the border on a warrant accusing him of femicide and qualified homicide, according to La Razon de Mexico, a newspaper based in Mexico City. Under Mexican law, femicide refers to the intentional killing of a woman or girl because of her gender.
Continue reading...Kidnapped rare Serbian eagle freed into wild after rescue
Feliks the eagle was abducted as he first flew the nest in Serbia and wound up in the Middle East with poachers who demanded a ransom.
Plan to limit ‘vertical drinking’ decried by pub landlords and UK politicians – KSL News
- Plan to limit 'vertical drinking' decried by pub landlords and UK politicians KSL News
- Proposal to curb ‘vertical drinking’ in London’s West End pubs meets with rage and resistance CNN
- Plan to limit ‘vertical drinking’ decried by pub landlords and UK politicians AP News
- Council wants pubs in London’s Soho and West End to limit standing The Guardian
- If ever a policy belonged in a Monty Python sketch, this is it Washington Examiner
At least one person dead in California wildfire allegedly sparked by chainsaw
Police arrested Herbert Wayne Smith, 65, in connection with the Gann fire, which has burned more than 15 sq miles in Calaveras county
At least one person has died in a wildfire burning in the foothills of California’s Sierra Nevada mountain range that officials believed was sparked by a man using a chainsaw.
Police arrested Herbert Wayne Smith, 65, in connection with the Gann fire, which has destroyed seven buildings, scorched more than 15 sq miles in Calaveras county and killed a well-known dog breeder in the town of Angels Camp.
Continue reading...Iran War Updates: Iran targets ship in Strait of Hormuz even as it says deal is close – CBS News
- Iran War Updates: Iran targets ship in Strait of Hormuz even as it says deal is close CBS News
- UAE says Iran targeted ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz, no casualties Al Jazeera
- UAE says one of its ships was targeted by missile as U.S.-Iran tensions over Strait of Hormuz remain high CNBC
- Iranian missile targets UAE tanker despite talks to reopen strait Financial Times
- Iran targeted tanker, says UAE, as Tehran says Hormuz deal with Oman close South China Morning Post
Russian attacks on critical Ukrainian energy infrastructure destroy key facilities ahead of winter – The Kyiv Independent
- Russian attacks on critical Ukrainian energy infrastructure destroy key facilities ahead of winter The Kyiv Independent
- A New Lethal Front in Ukraine: Its Beloved Gas Stations The New York Times
- Ukraine's largest oil producer reports major production losses after Russian attack Українська правда
- Russia’s new target: Ukrainian civilians filling up at gas stations CNN
- Naftogaz Reports 287 Russian Attacks in 2026, More Than in 2025 and the First Three War Years Межа. Новини України.