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Trump administration to review all 55 million people with US visas for violations
The State Departmentβs new language suggests that the continual vetting process, which officials acknowledge is time-consuming, is far more widespread and could mean even those approved to be in the US could abruptly see those permissions revoked.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:
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Legal teams will pore over 792 disputed ballots to help decide Bradfield nail-biter
Nicolette Boele was declared the member on 4 June by a slim margin of 26 votes, defeating the Liberal party candidate Gisele KapterianGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNicolette Boele and Gisele Kapterianβs legal teams will each begin re-scrutinising 792 votes cast in the 2025 federal election later this month as part of a court challenge to determine whether the Australian Electoral Commission...
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Fact check: Is Kevin Spacey really heading to the Venice Film Festival for directorial comeback bid?
After showing up at an event during the Cannes Film Festival, Kevin Spacey will debut a trailer in Venice for a sci-fi thriller he directed. This is part of his continued efforts to stage a comeback, following sexual misconduct allegations and legal issues which have derailed his Hollywood career.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Africa: African Authorities Dismantle Massive Cybercrime and Fraud Networks, Recover Millions
[Interpol] Lyon, France -- In a sweeping INTERPOL-coordinated operation, authorities across Africa have arrested 1,209 cybercriminals targeting nearly 88,000 victims.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Selection process for EU privacy chief triggers complaints to ombudsman
The mandate of the current privacy watchdog of the EU institutions expired in December last year.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Princess Kay of the Milky Way sculpted in butter for state fair tradition
Malorie Thorson braved a chilled booth as sculptor Gerry Kulzer carved her likeness from a 41-kilogram block of butter, a 60-year tradition at the Minnesota State Fair.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Crypto scam fugitive caught after littering in Seoul
The man behaved suspiciously after being apprehended for throwing a cigarette butt, police say.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Iran to hold call with Europeans over nuclear programme as sanctions deadline looms
The call comes as the three parties to Tehran's 2015 nuclear deal threaten to reimpose sanctions under a mechanism known as "snapback".
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:More Schools Are Considering Education-Focused AI Tools. Whatβs the Best Way to Use Them?
A new report shows AI teaching assistants could be beneficial in the classroom β but may also bring invisible bias.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Was Ursula von der Leyen kicked out of the European leaders' meeting with Trump?
Some viral social media posts claim that Donald Trump said to the European Commission president that he wanted βa grown-up talk with important peopleβ before asking her to wait outside.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Pakistan: 4 killed in Karachi fireworks warehouse blast
Authorities have yet to determine the cause of the explosion, which also injured more than 30 people.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Nvidia reportedly orders suppliers to stop work on China AI chip but says new chip in the works
China reportedly told local tech companies to stop buying Nvidia's chips due to alleged security concerns, as the global AI race intensifies.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Germanyβs GDP contraction worse than expected after tariff boost
The economy had seen a slight uptick at the start of this year as businesses sought to get ahead of tariffs, but the country has now slipped back into contraction territory.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Can Australiaβs new childcare safety policies keep our children safe? The devil is in the details
A national register for staff, mandatory CCTV and a mobile phone ban in childcare centres are among the announcements β but whatβs missing is equally notableJason Clare celebrated the meeting as a win.Standing before the press, the federal education minister revealed he had hammered out a national agreement to improve safety in childcare services with his state and territory counterparts. βI think the work that weβve...
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise as investors look ahead to U.S. Fed chair Powell's speech
Asia-Pacific markets were set to mostly climb Friday as investors look to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:What's Australia's role in making the F-35s Israel is using to strike Gaza? β video
Does Australia supply weapons to Israel? The government has consistently denied the claim and criticised 'misinformation' surrounding exports, arguing it has 'raised tensions in this country'. The Greens have urged the Albanese government to stop supplying F-35 parts to a global supply chain that can be accessed by Israel, in addition to direct sanctions on senior members of the Netanyahu government. Senior reporter...
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Moscow says no to US and EU plan for boots on ground in Ukraine
Russia has said no to US and EU plans for peacekeepers in Ukraine, while ramping up air strikes and anti-Western rhetoric.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Trump backs down from 250% EU pharma tariff in deal
The US and EU have released details of the new trade deal reducing tariffs between the two partners.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Israel's defence minister warns Gaza City could be destroyed if Hamas doesn't accept ceasefire terms
Israelβs defense minister says Gaza City could be destroyed unless Hamas accepts Israelβs terms. Earlier this week, Hamas accepted a ceasefire proposal by Arab mediators, almost identical to the one Israel accepted before talks stalled last month.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Kneecap head to Franceβs Rock en Seine festival amid increased scrutiny
The French Minister of the Interior has reiterated his zero-tolerance stance towards any disorder. The owner of Franceβs most popular music festival said to those who oppose the presence of Kneecap on stage: βTo claim that supporting the Palestinian cause is a threat to public order is deplorable."
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Lesotho: Lesotho's Outdated Laws Fail to Protect Threatened Plant Species
[GroundUp] Maximum fine of R200 hasn't been updated since 1967
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Uganda Strikes Deal With Washington Over Migrants Deported From the U.S.
[RFI] Uganda - which has Africa's largest refugee population - has become the latest African country to agree to take in failed asylum seekers deported from the United States, under President Donald Trump's controversial deportation drive.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Ghanaian music star Shatta Wale briefly detained over Lamborghini probe
US authorities have linked Wale's car to an alleged criminal enterprise operating stateside.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:To Counter China, India Should Support Myanmarβs Pro-democracy Movement
There is no scenario in which the military juntaβs planned election will favor India's interests in Myanmar over China's.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:EU caves to US on sustainability rules in trade deal but keeps digital laws intact
The latest EU-US trade-deal details show Brussels has bowed to Washington's demands to weaken its due diligence and sustainability reporting standards (CSDDD and CSRD) while resisting any changes to EU digital regulations.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:India's top court halts stray dog removals in New Delhi
India's Supreme Court previously ordered the removal of stray dogs from the streets of the capital, citing an increase in dog bite incidents. This decision sparked widespread outcry.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Japan reports hotter-than-expected core inflation for July β but lowest since March as rice prices ease
The figure β which strips out costs for fresh food β was higher than the 3% expected by economists polled by Reuters.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Nio shares pop after releasing one of its most affordable SUVs yet
Nio's U.S.-listed shares rallied, climbing 9.27% to close at $5.54. In Hong Kong, shares rose as much as 10% in Friday morning trading.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:The far-right tells a story people buy β so why don't progressives?
Even as the far-right gains ground with bold and simple stories, much of the political establishment still treats moderation as the only path to victory. Too often, liberal elites and cautious centrists confuse electoral management with real leadership.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:CNBC Daily Open: In Trump's era, Jackson Hole's no longer just for market watchers
In a typical year, Jackson Hole sparks excitement mostly among market watchers. This time, the symposium feels more pivotal.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:Former Thai PM Thaksin acquitted in royal insult case
The former PM's lese majeste charge relates to an interview he did with a South Korean newspaper years ago.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Cape Town Council Speaker Survives No-Confidence Vote - South African News Briefs - August 22, 2025
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Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:WHO warns of risks of extreme heat in the workplace
Workers, employers and governments need to adapt to a more extreme climate, the organisation says.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:βTemporary reprieveβ: Why is Arctic Sea ice melting more slowly despite global warming?
Experts say this pause shouldnβt be mistaken for recovery, as Arctic sea ice coverage is still much lower than it was in the 1980s.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source:EU to increase US arms purchases as part of Washington-Brussels trade deal
The EU will substantially increase its purchases of US weapons as part of the Washington-Brussels trade deal with Donald Trump.
Published on: August 22, 2025 | Source: