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Judge in Brazil lets Bolsonaro temporarily leave house arrest for medical exams

Brazil'sFormer PresidentJair Bolsonarotemporarily left house arrest Saturday to undergo medical exams in Brasilia, after a judge authorized him to spend six to eight hours at a hospital.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Former Israeli military chief to join Tel Aviv protest calling for ceasefire deal

Former Israeli military chief to join Tel Aviv protest calling for ceasefire deal Former Israeli lawmaker and military chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot saidthat he will join a massive strike on Sunday organised by the families of the captives to pressure the Israeli government into reaching a ceasefire deal with Hamas, according to Haaretz. Eisenkot called on "all those for whom the Israeli ethos and the values of Judaism...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Man with autism finds his 'happy place' as cattle auctioneer

Livestock saleyards in a country NSW town have provided a second home for a young auctioneer.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Beyond chow mein: Can a new wave of restaurants help China win hearts?

As an authoritarian China tries other forms of soft power, a sumptuous table may be a useful draw.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Beyond chow mein: How a new wave of restaurants is redefining Chinese food abroad

As an authoritarian China tries hard to win the world over, a sumptuous table may be a useful draw.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: BBC Asia favicon BBC Asia

Venezuelan MP Says Cartel of the Suns False Narrative Seeks Turn the US Into the Worldโ€™s Police

Jesus Brito, deputy of Democratic Action in the National Assembly of Venezuela (National Parliament), denies the existence of the โ€œCartel de los Solesโ€, arguing that it is an invention of the US government, led by Donald Trump, to justify a military intervention in Venezuela. RELATED: UN Human Rights Office: Over 1,760 Palestinians Killed While Seeking [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Security expert analyzes fallout of Trump’s alignment with Putin after their summit

Efforts to end the war between Russia and Ukraine are shifting next week to the White House, where Trump will meet with Ukraineโ€™s Zelenskyy. Their talks come as Trump aligns himself with Putin, dropping his demand for a ceasefire and backing a comprehensive peace deal hours after meeting with Russiaโ€™s president in Alaska. John Yang speaks with security expert Andrea Kendall-Taylor for analysis.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

News Wrap: Hurricane Erin strengthens into Category 5 storm

In our news wrap Saturday, Hurricane Erin rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm in the Atlantic Ocean, rescue crews search for survivors after devastating flash floods and mudslides in Pakistan, and the Canadian government ordered thousands of striking Air Canada flight attendants back to work and sent their contract dispute to binding arbitration.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

How a White House plan to overturn a key EPA regulation threatens children’s health

In July, the Trump administration proposed revoking a landmark 2009 finding thatโ€™s been the basis for EPA regulation of greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act. If the proposal is finalized, experts warn that it could jeopardize the health of millions of Americans, especially children. John Yang speaks with pediatrician and clinical professor Dr. Debra Hendrickson for more.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

AI-generated models shake up the fashion industry and raise concerns

The rise of artificial intelligence has touched nearly every industry, disrupting long-established workflows and raising concerns about job losses. Now, the fashion world is reckoning with these changes as AI takes hold, from virtual fitting rooms to AI avatars starring in marketing campaigns. Ali Rogin reports on the refashioning of the industry and why itโ€™s raising alarms.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

In photos: Thousands in New York protest against Gaza starvation

In photos: Thousands in New York protest against Gaza starvation Pro-Palestinian demonstrators take part in "Stop starving Gaza" march in New York on 16 August, 2025. (Reuters) Palestinian activistMahmoud Khalil speaks to people as they gather at Bryant Park, to participate in a march for Gaza, in New York City, US, 16 August, 2025. (Reuters) A woman participates in a march for Gaza amid Israel's war on Gaza, in New...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israel announces plan to move Palestinians to southern Gaza

The announcement comes days after Israel said it would launch an offensive to take control of northern Gaza City.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Tenant denied a dog by landlord has decision scrapped under new laws

After applying to keep a dog when NSW tenancy laws changed in May, Casey Munro says he was told his border collie was likely to cause more damage than his bond covered.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Inside notorious Sydney gangster's resort empire attempt in Belize

This jailed Sydney crime boss wears many hats, but billion-dollar Central American resort developer is not one of them.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Daughter still campaigning for same highway duplication her father called for

Murrumbateman residents express significant safety concerns about the Barton Highway and repeat calls for it to be duplicated after another fatality on the road this week.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Netanyahu says all Israeli conditions must be met for ceasefire

Netanyahu says all Israeli conditions must be met for ceasefire Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Saturday that he would only agree to a ceasefire deal with the condition that all captives are released together according to Tel Aviv's "conditions for ending the war." In a statement by his office, Netanyahu reiterated the conditions, including "the disarmament of Hamas, demilitarisation of Gaza,...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Jean relives the days she turned heads on Melbourne streets in the 1970s

In 1977, the ABC interviewed a 21-year-old rollerskater during a police crackdown on public nuisance, in a video that has since gone viral. Five decades later, we've tracked her down โ€” and she still skates.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

New map reveals deadliest crash hotspots as experts, families demand action

The RACQ calls for urgent government reform as Queensland Road Safety Week begins, with 2025 on track to be one of the most dangerous years for drivers.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Champagne, fast food and opioids: Alex Lloyd reveals the reality of rock bottom

In 2001, Alex Lloyd broke through with his massive hit Amazing, a song that led to the best and then the worst time of his life. Now he's getting his life back on track.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Trump-Putin summit receives mixed reactions from European leaders, US lawmakers

The high-stakes summit between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin garnered mixed reactions from U.S. lawmakers and European leaders. Trump, along with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff, huddled with Putin, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and top foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov, for nearly three hours at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

At Least 32 People Killed in an Attack Linked to Is in Northeastern DRC

At least 32 civilians were killed in the village of Meria, North Kivu, DR Congo, in an attack on Friday attributed to the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a Ugandan rebel group linked to the Islamic State (IS). The mayor of Kayna confirmed the massacre. RELATED: UN Reports 25% Surge in Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in 2024 [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Wildfires rage in Spain and Portugal as heatwave continues

Thousands of firefighters have been battling huge blazes in Spain and Portugal on Saturday.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Coach 'blown away' in Wallabies' crazy comeback over Springboks

The Wallabies recover from a 22-point deficit to shock the two-time defending world champion Springboks 38-22 in a first win at altitude in 62 years.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Mamdani moves to widen his tent ahead of New York City election

Moderate Democrats have been wary of progressive upstart-turned-party-nominee Zohran Mamdani since before he secured the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor in June. But Mamdani, the self-proclaimed Democratic socialist, has made efforts to widen his tent in recent weeks. On Monday, he met with business leaders and gave a speech at an African Methodist...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Alarm sounded over domestic violence themes in books popular with teens

The growing influence of BookTok, BookTube and Bookstagram has a researcher concerned about the content young people are engaging with, and they are calling for an industry-wide book rating classification system.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Samsung taking market share from Apple in U.S. as foldable phones gain momentum

Samsung introduced two folding phones in July that are garnering praise on social media and putting pressure on Apple to deliver new types of iPhones

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Yamal and Raphinha fire Barcelona to La Liga opening win at Mallorca

Lamine Yamal and Raphinha both find the net in Barcelona's 3-0 La Liga win at Mallorca, who had two players sent off.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Thongs the only requirement at this bush weekender turned nudist haven

When you think of nudism, you might picture postcard-perfect beaches or serene forests. But what about swathes of rugged Queensland bush, where the only neighbours are cattle herds and coal mines?

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Dominican Republic Declares Alert on 11 Provinces for the Effects of Hurricane Erin

Dominican relief authorities raised this Saturday to 11 the provinces in green alert (minimum), due to heavy rains and strong waves expected in the coming hours because of Hurricane Erin category 5, on the Saffir-Simpson scale, whose centre will pass some 400 kilometres north of the country.{ RELATED: Hurricane Erin Critical Dominican Republic Alert 2025: [โ€ฆ]

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Victim of 'cowardly' alleged attack granted fresh Australian visa

Saurabh Anand feared he may have to leave Australia after a shocking machete attack saw him nearly lose his hand. However, the government has granted him a visa on compassionate grounds.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Israeli military prepares to relocate residents to southern Gaza

Gaza residents will be provided with tents and other shelter equipment starting from Sunday ahead of relocating them from combat zones to "safe" ones in the south of the enclave, the Israeli military said.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

US senator says Australia spending more on defence than given credit for

A senior US senator says the Albanese government deserves more credit for its level of defence spending but should still go further.

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Can crocodiles and canoeists coexist at Australiaโ€™s 2032 Olympic Games?

As worldโ€™s largest living reptile reclaims the Fitzroy River in Queensland, some say athletes shouldnโ€™t worry while others warn against โ€˜running the gauntletโ€™Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAndrew Miller is only minutes into a crash course on using a V8 ocean ski when he first drops the C-bomb.The former red beret paratrooper and current president of a Rockhampton canoe club is explaining to...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Islamophobia on the rise in Australia and majority of incidents are not reported, report says

Islamic Council of Victoria says many Muslims donโ€™t report racist incidents because they fear not being taken seriouslyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Islamic Council of Victoria has reported an increase in Islamophobia, warning that the actual number of victims is likely far higher than reported.On Saturday, the council held its first conference on Islamophobia, with politicians, police,...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

โ€˜Dump it, or weโ€™ll dump youโ€™: secretive consultancy group sends Liberal MPs barrage of emails over net zero policy

Some MPs received more than 100 emails within 48 hours from the same address criticising the partyโ€™s energy policyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLiberal MPs have been sent a barrage of emails demanding they drop net zero targets or โ€œrisk losing our supportโ€ by a group connected to conservative right-wing lobby group Advance.The mass...

Published on: August 16, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia