World

North Korea denounces Ulchi Freedom Shield as provocation ahead of US‑South Korea drills North Korea calls Ulchi Freedom Shield a provocation and warns it will strengthen nuclear deterrence as US-South …

Stourbridge wildfire destroys at least six homes as crews tackle widespread flames Stourbridge wildfire razes at least six homes on the town’s outskirts; crews battle flames and smoke, two people …

Gaza mural honors Arianna Hamilton after reported Burger King firing over “Free Palestine” remark Gaza artists painted a mural honoring Arianna Hamilton after reports she was fired from a Breinigsville, …

West Ham signing Manor Solomon reignites debate over politics and sport West Ham’s signing of Manor Solomon from Tottenham has sparked debate after the Israeli winger’s public support for Israel …

Ukraine warns of Patriot interceptor shortage as Russian strike hits Izmail port Kyiv says a Patriot interceptor shortage could imperil winter defence as Russian forces strike Izmail port, damaging infrastructure …

Drone strikes on Az Zawiya deepen Libya energy crisis Repeated drone strikes on Az Zawiya’s oil and power infrastructure are exacerbating Libya’s energy crisis, threatening fuel supplies and widening power …

White House reconstruction plans for nearly $1bn ignite scrutiny over funding and security claims White House reconstruction plans, centered on a proposed new ballroom and broad renovations, have prompted fresh …

Lebanon amnesty law approved by parliament, set to reduce sentences for thousands Lebanon’s amnesty law approved Aug 12, 2026; parliament’s vote reduces many sentences, abolishes death penalty and aims to …

Cuban Immigrant Arrested by ICE Sent to Eswatini Prison, Sparks Hunger Strike ICE transferred Cuban immigrant Roberto Mosquera to an Eswatini prison he did not know; after a hunger strike …