Weekend Reading: Career Advice, Art, and Pub-Saving Influencers
Discover six compelling reads from the past week, covering how to advance your career, Catherine Opie's queer photography, influencers rescuing British pubs, and more.
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Ukraine War: Nationwide Alert After Kharkiv Strikes Wound 10
A nationwide air alert was activated in Ukraine following missile strikes in Kharkiv that injured 10 people, as tensions escalate in the ongoing conflict.
Aussie Family Flees Missile Barrage During UAE Stopover
An Australian mother recounts her family's frantic escape from Abu Dhabi amid Iranian missile attacks, describing a tense journey home to Riyadh with fighter jets overhead and children traumatized by loud noises.
UN Warns UK Aid Cuts Risk Deepening Global Crises
The UN's World Food Programme warns that Britain's aid cuts, framed as modernisation, could worsen humanitarian crises and destabilise vulnerable regions, with funding dropping by nearly a third.
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UN Warns UK Aid Cuts Risk Worsening Global Crises
The World Food Programme cautions that UK aid cuts, framed as modernisation, could exacerbate humanitarian emergencies and destabilise fragile regions globally.
Queen Camilla Leads National Reading Crusade Against Screens
Queen Camilla spearheads a national campaign to revive reading among children, as statistics show a sharp decline in reading for pleasure. The initiative aims to counter screen addiction and promote literacy.
Global Conflict and Culture: A Week in 20 Photos
From the US-Israeli war on Iran to Ramadan in Gaza and Paris fashion week, this week's images capture global crises and cultural highlights through photojournalism.
Obama and Biden Reunite at Jesse Jackson Memorial
Former Presidents Barack Obama and Joe Biden joined Bill Clinton, Kamala Harris, and other dignitaries at Rev. Jesse Jackson's memorial service, with Donald Trump notably absent from the event.
Thousands Flee Beirut Amid Israeli Bombardment
Thousands of residents in Beirut are fleeing as Israeli bombs target the city, causing widespread displacement and raising humanitarian concerns in the region.
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Iran's Supreme Leader Succession: Process and Contenders
Following Ayatollah Khamenei's death, Iran faces its second supreme leader transition. An Interim Leadership Council now governs as the Assembly of Experts selects a successor amid war and external threats.
CNN Reporter Criticised for Calm Iran War Coverage
CNN's Frederik Pleitgen reports calm in Tehran amid war, sparking furious backlash from Iranians and officials who describe a terrified population facing shortages and violence.
Americans Stranded in Middle East Forced to Self-Evacuate
US citizens across the Middle East describe chaotic self-evacuations with minimal government assistance following regional conflict, relying on social media and costly alternatives.
Apocalyptic Thinking Shapes Global Threat Response
A new study finds apocalyptic beliefs are common and influence how people perceive risks like climate change and AI, with five key dimensions identified.
Nigeria: Militants Abduct Over 300 in Borno State Attack
Local officials confirm Islamic militants attacked Ngoshe town in northeastern Nigeria, kidnapping more than 300 people including women and children in a suspected retaliation strike.
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Apocalyptic Beliefs Rise: One in Three Expect World's End
New research reveals nearly a third of Americans anticipate the world ending within their lifetime, influencing responses to global threats like climate change and AI.
Global Snapshot: Rio Favelas, Crufts, and AI in Berlin
A collection of striking images from around the world, featuring Rio's Rocinha favela, Crufts dog show in Birmingham, and Google's new AI centre in Berlin.
Iceland August Referendum on Restarting EU Membership Talks
Iceland's government has announced a referendum scheduled for August 29th to decide whether to resume European Union membership negotiations, marking a significant shift in the nation's geopolitical stance.
Three Ex-Presidents Attend Jesse Jackson Memorial
Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Bill Clinton will speak at a Chicago celebration of life for civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., alongside Kamala Harris and gospel singer BeBe Winans.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Clashes Escalate to Open War
Pakistan and Afghanistan engage in relentless cross-border strikes, each claiming dozens of enemy casualties. The conflict, now in its ninth day, marks the deadliest fighting between the neighbours, with international mediation efforts ongoing.
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Antisemitism Envoy Appoints Greg Craven to Monitor Universities
Jillian Segal, Australia's special envoy to combat antisemitism, appointed Greg Craven to lead a controversial university report card process after no firms bid on the tender. The role involves assessing how universities handle antisemitism, with potentia
Apocalyptic Beliefs Go Mainstream, Shape Threat Responses
New research reveals apocalyptic thinking is increasingly common, with nearly a third of US respondents expecting the world to end in their lifetime, significantly shaping responses to climate change, AI, and pandemics.
FCDO Turkey Warning After Seven Brits Die in Medical Tourism
The Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for Turkey following seven British deaths in 2025, urging caution for medical tourists seeking procedures like cosmetic surgery and dental care.
Decades of Undeclared War: US-Iran Conflict Origins
The undeclared military conflict between the US and Iran has persisted since the 1980s, evolving through naval battles, proxy wars, and air confrontations, with recent escalations threatening to break a delicate equilibrium.
Filipino Student Drowns on Gold Coast After Sea Tragedy
Karlo Bul-Anon, 20, drowned at Main Beach after being pulled into rough waters. Friends and family mourn the loss of the young man who moved to Australia to pursue his dreams.
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Gaza Fears Famine Again with Rafah Border Closed in Iran War
Palestinians in Gaza express fears of another famine due to food shortages and high prices after Israel restricted fuel and goods entry, citing Iran tensions. The UN warns daily fuel needs are unmet.
Israel Strikes South Beirut, Lebanon Evacuates Amid Iran Tensions
Israeli forces launched airstrikes on southern Beirut, prompting Lebanon to order mass evacuations. The attack escalates regional tensions with Iran, as global leaders call for restraint.
Indian Pilots Killed in Jet Crash, Kosovo Elections, EU-Ukraine Block
A tragic Indian fighter jet crash claims two pilots, Kosovo faces political chaos with upcoming elections, and Ukraine's EU membership faces obstacles. Plus, a rapper-turned-politician in Nepal and a surprising Chinese duck discovery.
Olympian's Daughter Trapped in Dubai During Iran Conflict
Carmen Gaynor-Turner, 19, daughter of British Olympian Andy Turner, is stranded in Dubai after missile attacks began during her first solo international trip, describing terrifying nights sheltering in her AirBnB.
Israel Pounds Lebanon in Hezbollah Conflict, Thousands Displaced
Thousands flee homes as Israel escalates strikes on Lebanon after Hezbollah attacks, with over 123 dead and 84,000 displaced. The conflict, rooted in decades of tensions, sees renewed violence following regional escalations.
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Iceland Sets Summer Referendum on EU Membership Talks
Iceland's government has scheduled a referendum for 29 August on resuming EU membership negotiations, fast-tracking a previous 2027 commitment due to geopolitical pressures.
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