Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv agrees not to strike Moscow during CIA chief’s mysterious visit
Ratcliffe’s purpose and meetings in Russia are not immediately clear but it marks the first known trip from a US spy chief since November 2021
World
independent.co.uk
26.08.2026
Iran, Oman edge toward Strait of Hormuz reopening plan, but Tehran demands U.S. lift blockade
The two nations, which lie on opposite sides of the vital, narrow waterway, discussed a proposal to temporarily reopen it and clear mines.
World
cbsnews.com
26.08.2026
Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell loses 'frivolous' bid to overturn US conviction
Maxwell was convicted in 2021 of supplying underage girls to Epstein, whose ties to powerful business executives, politicians, celebrities and academics have fuelled years of scrutiny and conspiracy t
World
euronews.com
26.08.2026
Fears grow for fourth rate hike after higher than expected July inflation rate
ABS says CPI was 3.5% in July, casting doubt on Reserve Bank meeting its 2.5% inflation target without further hikeFears are growing that the Reserve Bank will hit millions of mortgage holders with a
World
theguardian.com
26.08.2026
‘An act of resistance’: Baltimore’s holdout homes – in pictures
Ben Marcin’s stunning photographs show lone houses, derelict homes and makeshift camps that stand as epitaphs to past lives and offer insight into how Americans on the margins live Continue reading...
Culture
theguardian.com
26.08.2026
"Ganja" recruited American basketball player Montavius Murphy
"Ganja" basketball club has signed a contract with forward Montavius Murphy from the USA until the end of the season.
Azerbaijan
report.az
26.08.2026
Iran-US war latest: Tehran insists Strait of Hormuz is still closed despite ‘understanding’ with Oman
Trump threatens to launch new strikes on nuclear site as well as Iranian military ships in the key waterway
World
independent.co.uk
26.08.2026
Takaichi rejects ‘weak-kneed’ criticism over ICC sanctions response
Criticism mounted after Tokyo's initial response to the U.S. sanctioning International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane was to describe the move as "very unfortunate."
World
japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Exchange rates of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (26.08.2026)
According to the official exchange rates of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan, the exchange rate of the US dollar remained unchanged at 1.7000 manats.
Azerbaijan
report.az
26.08.2026
Two Dan Sullivans to appear on Alaska’s US Senate ballot in November’s midterm elections
The incumbent senator Dan S Sullivan has condemned ex-school teacher Dan J Sullivan, claiming he is running at the behest of Democrats to confuse supportersRepublican senator Dan S Sullivan will be jo
World
theguardian.com
26.08.2026
Trump policies to double power sector carbon emissions by 2035, analysis finds
By 2035, U.S. consumers will spend up to $30 billion a year more on electricity, with household bills increasing by up to 25% in some parts of the country.
World
japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Bessent’s bond intervention puts US Treasury on collision course with Fed
Increased purchases of debt threaten to undermine central bank chief Kevin Warsh’s bid to tame inflation
Finance
ft.com
26.08.2026
Who Is Philan-Tam-Duy Le? Suspect Charged After Guillotine Seized in DC
A Southern California man was arrested after a guillotine was found in his truck near the U.S. Capitol, police said.
Politics
newsweek.com
26.08.2026
The US administration presented the nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia to Congress
Azerbaijan
apa.az
26.08.2026
Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear agreement to Congress for review
US President Donald Trump has submitted a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, an administration official said. The classified pact, sent to Capitol Hill on
World
france24.com
26.08.2026
Sean McVay Opens Up on Myles Garrett's Extended Absence From Rams Practice
Rams coach Sean McVay addressed Myles Garrett's extended absence from practice, with the season opener now just weeks away.
Politics
newsweek.com
26.08.2026
What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes are being made?
Business groups and companies say the visas help recruit highly skilled professionals and address a lack of qualified U.S. workers in some industries.
World
japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Honda eyes U.S. to build newest factory, top executive says
The carmaker is seeking to expand its lineup of gas-electric hybrids models from 2030.
World
japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
Xi’s unprecedented tax clawback hammers Chinese listed companies
More than 100 listed companies were sprung with charges for delayed tax payments totaling around $1.1 billion in the first six months of 2026.
World
japantimes.co.jp
26.08.2026
‘Love Island USA’ Host Ariana Madix on Bringing ‘Sexiness’ and ‘Danger’ to Her Hosting Gig: ‘I Initially Scare the Crap Out of’ Islanders
Ariana Madix has had a meteoric rise as a host — one that landed her an Emmy nomination this year. After a guest-hosting gig during the fifth season of the summertime dating show “Love Island USA,” sh
Culture
variety.com
26.08.2026