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FBI searching home of Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton, source says

The search of Bolton's home comes as the Trump administration has taken steps to examine the activities of other perceived adversaries of the Republican president, including by authorising a grand jury investigation into the origins of the Trump-Russia probe.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Hollywood mogul backs Musk brotherโ€™s โ€˜drone entertainment companyโ€™

Jeffrey Katzenberg takes stake in Kimbal Muskโ€™s venture that aims to create new form of family-friendly storytelling in the sky

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Will Trump avoid a Republican backlash over his tariff plans?

The US president cannot prevent the pain of his protectionist agenda indefinitely โ€” and midterm elections are looming

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Philippines, Australia draw closer with a joint eye on China

MANILA โ€“ Philippine and Australian defense chiefs met for high-level talks Friday to boost cooperation amid increased intimidation tactics by China in the Southeast Asian nationโ€™s internationally recognized waters. The meeting between Filipino defense chief Gilberto Teodoro and his Australian counterpart Richard Marles took place as both countries continue to grapple with Beijingโ€™s rising aggressiveness [โ€ฆ] The post...

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Asia Times favicon Asia Times

Chocolate lovers, brace yourselves: Prices are rising, but not forever

"There is this ongoing deficit in the in the market, big depletion of availability of cocoa beans and availability of products," one analyst told CNBC.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Nord Stream sabotage: Arrest raises difficult questions

German investigators suggest a Ukrainian suspect arrested in connection with the sabotage of the gas pipelines might have links to the government in Kyiv. If confirmed, this may call into question support for Ukraine.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Nord Stream Sabotage: Arrest raises difficult questions

German investigators suggest a Ukrainian suspect arrested in connection with the sabotage of the gas pipelines might have links to the government in Kyiv. If confirmed, this may call into question support for Ukraine.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The U.S.-EU deal is here. Europe's businesses remain on edge

The U.S. and European Union shared an updated trade framework on Thursday, granting businesses some much needed clarity

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Actor Noel Clarke fails in libel case against Guardian over sexual misconduct allegations

High Court rules articles โ€˜substantially trueโ€™ as it dismisses claim for 70mn

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Finalists rock invisible riffs at Air Guitar World Championships

Passionate performers from around the world are gathering in Finland this week, competing not with instruments in hand but with invisible guitars.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

JPMorgan to pay $330mn to Malaysia to settle 1MDB claims

Fraud on countryโ€™s sovereign wealth fund was one of the biggest in history

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

China Is Ready to Help Advance Peace in Ukraine

Diplomat Mao responded to Zelenskyโ€™s doubts about Beijingโ€™s impartiality. On Friday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said her country is willing to contribute to achieving peace in the conflict in Ukraine. RELATED: China Condemns U.S. Naval Operations Near Venezuelan Waters โ€œChina is willing, in accordance with the will of the parties concerned, to work [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Libya announces probe after Russian-made rocket hits near UN mission in Janzour

Security forces found a vehicle carrying two other rockets of the same type, as well as the rocketsโ€™ launcher, the government said.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US: FBI searches home of John Bolton โ€” reports

John Bolton, a former security adviser to Donald Trump, has become a vocal critic of the US president. Reports indicate that the search is linked to Bolton's handling of classified documents.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Putin โ€˜laughingโ€™ as Europeans fall into his โ€˜trapโ€™ on Ukrainian land concession, says Kallas

In an interview, EU diplomacy chief slammed calls for Ukraine to cede land, warning they fall into a trap set by Russian premier Vladimir Putin. She accused Moscow of blocking peace, criticised Trumpโ€™s Alaska meeting with Putin, urged tougher sanctions, and called for lasting security guarantees.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Corporate egg freezing wonโ€™t break the glass ceiling

At its most cynical, the perk feels like yet another way of trying to control womenโ€™s bodies

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Nigeria: We'll Soon Name Terrorism Financiers in Nigeria - Chief of Defence Staff

[Premium Times] Nigeria has been battling terrorist attacks across regions, especially in the North-eastern and North-western parts of the country.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

DR Congo: Rising insecurity in the east impedes diplomatic progress, Security Council hears

US and Qatari diplomatic efforts to bring a lasting peace to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have not yet led to improved conditions on the ground, where the security situation remains dire, the UN Security Council heard on Friday.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

World News in Brief: Gaza humanitarian update, more killings in Sudan, ending impunity in Myanmar

As the Israeli military offensive in Gaza City intensifies, the UN and partners continue to warn against the catastrophic consequences for civilians.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

UN agencies warn of rising heat stress risks for workers worldwide

Extreme heat is fast becoming one of the biggest threats to workersโ€™ health and livelihoods, the World Health Organization (WHO) and World Meteorological Organization (WMO)warned on Friday.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Momentum builds towards marine biodiversity treaty, as experts convene in New York

Delegates from around the world met at UN Headquarters in New York this week to advance the long-awaited high seas biodiversity treaty, with discussions ranging from rules of procedure, to the creation of a clearing-house mechanism and the location of the treatyโ€™s secretariat.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Guterres in Japan: โ€˜Humanity is strongest when we stand as oneโ€™

World Expos are not just feel-good exhibitions, โ€œthey are invitations to tell our stories,โ€ The UN chief told festival goers in Osaka, Japan, which is hosting Expo 2025.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Famine in Gaza: โ€˜A failure of humanity itselfโ€™, says UN chief

More than half a million people in Gaza are trapped in famine, marked by widespread starvation, destitution and preventable deaths, according to a new UN-backed food security report released on Friday.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News

Thailand is planning to give away thousands of free domestic flights to tourists

Thailand cut its forecast to 33 million international visitors, down from 39 million at the start of 2025.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU's position taken into account by Ukraine and US, Kyiv's representative to the EU says

Europe rallied behind Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a meeting with Donald Trump on Monday in an "exceptional format," Ukraine's ambassador to the EU, Vsevolod Chentsov, told Euronews.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Why do war-torn Myanmar's generals want elections?

Myanmar's military leaders say elections will mark a return to civilian rule. But with half the country outside their control and armed resistance still raging, is this a transition or just a tactical reset?

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Alpha' - Julia Ducournau tears into the soul rather than flesh

Julia Ducournau returns with her third film, destined to be her most divisive yet. But for those who choose to let go, the French writer-director shows that 'Titane' neednโ€™t be a tough act to follow.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Liberia: UBCAA Honors Nobel Laureate Leymah Gbowee With Lifetime Humanitarian Award

[FrontPageAfrica] Recently, the United Bong County Association in the Americas, Inc. (UBCAA) honored Nobel Peace Laureate H.E. Leymah Roberta Gbowee with its Lifetime Humanitarian Award, in recognition of her decades-long fight for peace, justice, women's empowerment, and her work to uplift communities in Liberia and around the world.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Liberia: Fiscal Gains Highlight Disconnect Between GDP Growth and Everyday Life

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Government of Liberia is reporting steady economic progress in its 2025 Mid-Year Fiscal Review, with rising revenues, increased capital spending, and GDP growth projected at 5.6 percent. But despite the optimistic figures released by the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning in collaboration with the Central Bank of Liberia, widespread public discontent is growing over...

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Pressure on Russia's economy intensifies as full-scale invasion of Ukraine continues

Russians are likely to face higher taxes as the burden on the budget grows and the Central Bank of Russia says that "the economy needs a breather."

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Floyd Shivambuโ€™s Mayibuye iAfrika gains momentum as MK leaders defect

The new political movement is aiming to challenge established parties in KwaZulu-Natal in next yearโ€™s local government elections

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

How blinds add value to your property

Blinds are one of the most effective ways to improve your propertyโ€™s visual appeal and marketability.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

Nigeria: U.S. Court Jails Three Nigerians Over $520,910 Covid-19 Fraud Scheme

[Vanguard] A United States federal court has sentenced three Nigerian men to prison for their roles in a COVID-19 unemployment fraud scheme that led to the theft of $520,910 from state and federal unemployment programs.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Africa: Brics Expansion in 2026 - 'We Want More African Nations in Brics!'

[Daily News] Brazil -- THE BRICS list now includes eleven full members. Six other countries, namely Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia joined the original founding countries, Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. In July 2025, Saudi Arabia formally became a full member, marking another milestone in the history of the alliance.

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Tunisia: President Saïed Wants Emergency Patients Treated Without Upfront Payment

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis -- President Kaรฏs Saรฏed made an unannounced visit on Thursday to the Rabta Hospital, where he emphasized that "every emergency patient must be treated immediately, without financial conditions or prior administrative formalities."

Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica