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Pakistan detains Afghans waiting for Germany relocations

Pakistani police have been arresting Afghans, some of whom were awaiting relocation to Germany under special admission programs. Some detainees have reported surprise raids and separations from family members.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The US Is Pumping the Brakes on EVs. That’s a Victory for China.

Many American policymakers seem content to see China dominate EV sales. They don’t appear to realize that means ceding the future of the auto industry.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Why Was a Kazakh Military Attache’s Assistant Detained in Poland?

Official details are sparse, but Kazakhstan has confirmed that one of its citizens was detained by Polish authorities.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

EU urges China to drop sanctions on Lithuanian banks amid tensions over Russia and Taiwan

The EU has demanded Beijing revoke "unjustified" sanctions on two Lithuanian banks in a dispute also rooted in long-standing tensions over Taiwan.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Taliban deny claims in US report and say they do not divert aid sent to Afghanistan

Aid agencies say more than half of Afghanistan’s population, roughly 23 million people, need humanitarian assistance.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brazil’s Supreme Court Receives Bolsonaro’s Final Defense in Coup Plot Trial

The far-right politician could face up to 40 years in prison. On Wednesday, Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) received the final defense brief from former President Jair Bolsonaro, who could face up to 40 years in prison. RELATED: Bolsonaro Before Justice: An Indispensable Democratic Milestone for Brazil The far-right politician and 33 of his associates […]

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

EU sends wildfire help to Spain as death toll rises

Spain has activated an EU disaster assistance mechanism for the first time in response to the fires.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Germany: End of the line for Deutsche Bahn railway chief

The head of Germany's crisis-ridden rail operator Deutsche Bahn has been dismissed as the new German government looks to restructure and modernize the country's railways.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

How the AI Race Is Rewiring the Digital Order

The contest is no longer model versus model; it is about who controls the plumbing of the digital world – chips and data centers – and, increasingly, the rulebook that governs them.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Air Canada plans to cancel 500 flights by Friday as cabin crew strike looms

Attendants union says there is still time to reach an agreement, as airline warns 100,000 passengers affected by Friday.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Delaware attorney general asked to investigate Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

Delaware attorney general asked to investigate Gaza Humanitarian Foundation The Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) on Wednesday called on the Delaware attorney general (AG) to investigate the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) - which is registered in the state - and seek to revoke its charter. In a detailed letter to AG Kathy Jennings last week, the organisation said Jennings has an obligation to sue to revoke GHF...

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Big Pharma is falling out of love with Britain

Life sciences should be a natural place to look for growth

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Wholesale prices rose 0.9% in July, much more than expected

The producer price index was expected to show a 0.2% increase for July, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Mairead McGuinness quits Irish presidential race

Ex-EU commissioner cites health reasons as her Fine Gael party calls move β€œan awful shock."

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Taiwan Is More Than a Sideshow in Australia’s Indo-Pacific StrategyΒ 

While strengthening trade ties with China may serve Australia’s national interest, this should not come at the expense of Taiwan.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Watch: A Japanese entrepreneur recycles forgotten traditions into a trend

Around 500 tonnes of barely used kimonos are discarded annually in Japan.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Turkey to provide weapons and support to Syria under new defence pact, officials say

Syria's interim government has faced mounting challenges in restoring order after nearly 14 years of civil war following the ouster of former President Bashar al-Assad by Islamist-led rebel forces in December.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Westminster forgets that inflation matters

Most of those in the political world chafe at higher costs but, unlike voters, they are not at the sharp end

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Apple Watch getting redesigned blood oxygen feature following legal dispute

In 2023, the International Trade Commission found that Apple's blood oxygen sensors infringedon intellectual property fromMasimo.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Israel offered Anas al-Sharif safe passage out of Gaza if he stopped reporting

Israel offered Anas al-Sharif safe passage out of Gaza if he stopped reporting Israel offered Anas al-Sharif safe passage out of Gaza four days before he was killed if he stopped reporting, but he refused, his brother revealed in an interview. Mohamed al-Sharif toldjournalist Ahmed Jalal in a video interview published on Wednesday that Anas was offered safe passage to leave with his wife, children and even the...

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Student digs merger gets a pass mark

The Unite-Empiric deal reflects tough conditions in the sector

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Kenya: Statement From BBC News Regarding BBC Africa Eye Investigations: 'Madams: Exposing Kenya's Child Sex Trade'

[BBC] ''BBC Africa Eye's investigation 'Madams: Exposing Kenya's Child Sex Trade' is an important piece of public interest journalism that documents the exploitation of children in the Kenyan sex trade.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Beyond Sanseito: Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric in Japan’s Upper House Election

Independent candidates also leaned into anti-foreigner narratives – yet the Japanese public's attitude toward immigrants has remained stable for decades.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Anas al-Sharif’s mother: β€˜My son was invited to Qatar, but he refused to leave Gaza’

Anas al-Sharif’s mother: β€˜My son was invited to Qatar, but he refused to leave Gaza’ Submitted by Hani Abu Rezeq on Thu, 08/14/2025 - 16:24 Al Jazeera journalist killed by Israel said he would 'only leave Gaza for paradise', his mother tells Middle East Eye Relatives of Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif carry his 15-month-old son Salah and four-year-old daughter Sham during his funeral in Gaza City on 11 August...

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Kashmir: Flash flood kills dozens in Himalayan village

A second deadly flood in just over a week has struck another Himalayan village, this time in Indian-administered Kashmir. At least 56 people are reported to have been killed.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Latest news bulletin | August 14th, 2025 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 14th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Frankly β€” Nicola Sturgeon’s memoir of Scottish politics vs personal life

Scotland’s first female leader was one of its most popular politicians, yet her independence policy also made her one of the most polarising

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Left out of Alaska talks, exhausted Ukrainians fear an unjust peace

No matter what happens between Trump and Putin, Ukrainians think Russia has no plan to stop the war.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Hamas calls for 'day of rage' amid planned expansion of illegal Israeli settlements

Hamas calls for 'day of rage' amid planned expansion of illegal Israeli settlements Hamas has released a statement declaring 15 August a nationwide "day of rage" in response to the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements, along with intensifying plans to annex the occupied West Bank. The statement calls for an escalation of protests and "all forms of resistance" across all cities and other populated areas within the...

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Afghanistan: Are the Taliban still isolated after 4 years?

The fall of Kabul four years ago marked the return of the Taliban to power in Afghanistan. The country is still in a deep humanitarian crisis, but the militants have found ways to use this to their advantage.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Uefa Super Cup: 'Stop killing children' banner labelled 'cowardice' as calls for Israel ban grow

Uefa Super Cup: 'Stop killing children' banner labelled 'cowardice' as calls for Israel ban grow Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 08/14/2025 - 13:47 Football fans say display, which appeared to support victims of Israel's Gaza genocide, would not replace 'concrete action' Refugee children display 'Stop killing children stop killing civilians' banner ahead of the 2025 Uefa Super Cup final between PSG and Spurs in Udine,...

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Kenya: Gachagua Cuts Short Us Trip to Lead Anti-Uda Offensive Ahead of Mini Polls

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced he will cut short his visit to the United States to return home and join his Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) in preparations for upcoming by-elections across the country.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Malawi: Macra Challenges Social Media Influencers On Election Responsibilities

[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (Macra) has urged social media influencers to exercise responsibility and caution in the digital space, especially during the upcoming elections.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Thailand: Is the military preparing another coup?

The recent border clashes with Cambodia have left Thailand's politics in chaos while boosting the already immense power of its military leaders.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Somalia: Somalia Opposition Says Latest Talks With President End in Failure

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- The National Salvation Forum announced Thursday that its latest round of talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud had ended in failure.

Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica