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Israel kills 41 in Gaza since dawn on Wednesday

Israel kills 41 in Gaza since dawn on Wednesday Gaza health officials said Israel killed 41 people since dawn on Wednesday. Most were killed in air strikes, but 18 of them were shot dead while waiting for food aid.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump, Vance blast 'fake news' Epstein meeting

President Trump and Vice President Vance blasted reports on Wednesday that said a group of top administration officials were gathering to discuss whether to publish audio and a transcript of Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche’s meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell. Trump was asked if Vance was hosting a gathering to discuss the Epstein issue, after CNN...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Airbnb warns of β€˜tough’ months ahead even as it beats estimates

Executives caution on future earning margins as Trump’s tariffs go into effect and it invests in new services

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Outback residents still living in caravans months after flood disaster

Families are living in caravans long after catastrophic flooding in south-west Queensland, where a tradesman says it costs nearly double to build a home compared to the city.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

'We can’t airdrop our way out of an unfolding famine,' UN food chief says of Gaza

'We can’t airdrop our way out of an unfolding famine,' UN food chief says of Gaza The United Nations World Food Programme chief Cindy McCain on Wednesday said the world cannot just continue to carry out food airdrops into Gaza given the scale of hunger because of Israel's siege. "We can’t airdrop our way out of an unfolding famine. Not in Gaza," she wrote on X. "500,000 people are starving TODAY. The only way to get...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Apple invests another $100 billion in US manufacturing

{beacon} View Online Technology Technology The Big Story Apple invests another $100 billion in US manufacturing The iPhone maker is investing an additional $100 billion in manufacturing in the U.S., bringing its total investment to $600 billion, in an effort to increase domestic production and avoid tariffs. Evan Vucci/Associated Press President Trump called...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Trump 'considering' taking control of DC police

President Trump said Wednesday he's considering taking control of the Washington, D.C., police department in the wake of a violent attack on a former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffer. "We’re considering it yeah, because the crime is ridiculous," Trump said when asked if he was considering federalizing the Metropolitan Police Department. "We want to...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Apple and Trump detail $100 billion U.S. spending expansion, including $2.5 billion for an iPhone glass factory

Apple on Wednesday announced it will spend an additional $100 billion on U.S. companies and suppliers over the next four years.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump freezes $584m in funding for California university over Gaza protests

Trump freezes $584m in funding for California university over Gaza protests The Trumpadministration has frozen $584m in federal funding for the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the institutionsaid on Wednesday, after the governmentreprimanded the universityover pro-Palestinian protests. The Trump administration has threatened to cut federal funds for universities overpro-Palestinian protestsagainst U.S....

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump tariffs expected to hit Thursday

President Trump’s new "reciprocal" tariff rates on dozens of trading partners are set to finally take effect on Thursday, as markets, businesses and consumers brace for a major shake-up of the global trade system. The president signed an executive orderlast Thursday that announced the new rates but bumped the startforward by a week. Once the...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Trump's ICE agents tell Iranian man he'll be deported to Australia

The Trump administration has been deporting migrants to places they've never been. Now, immigration agents have told an Iranian man they are planning to send him to Australia.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

An unknown composer posted his music online and scored the biggest indie game of the year

In his first-ever video game soundtrack, Lorien Testard created the music for hit game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. It's topped charts and racked up millions of streams.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

WATCH: Trump announces Apple investment of additional $100B in U.S. manufacturing

Apple had previously said itintended to invest $500 billiondomestically, a figure it will now increase to $600 billion. Trump in recent months has criticized the tech company for efforts to shift iPhone production to India to avoidthe tariffshis Republican administration had planned for China.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Trump says he will impose 100 percent tariff on semiconductors

President Trump said Wednesday his administration was planning to impose a 100 percent tariff on all semiconductor imports. β€œWe’re going to be putting a very large tariff on chips and semiconductors,” Trump said alongside Apple CEO Tim Cook. β€œBut the good news, for companies like Apple, is if you're building in the United States or...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Watch: Mace holds first town hall after launching bid for SC governor

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) will kick off her town hall tour Wednesday evening, just days after launching a bid for governor. Mace on Monday joined a crowded Republican primary field to succeed Gov. Henry McMaster (R), which includes Rep. Ralph Norman (S.C.), state Attorney General Alan Wilson, state Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and state Sen....

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Trump tariffs India over Russian oil

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Trump raises India tariff to 50 percent over Russian oil President Trump on Wednesday announced he would increase tariffs on India by 25 percent over its purchases of Russian oil, bringing the total tariffs he has imposed on New Delhi to 50 percent. ...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Ghana: Two ministers among eight killed in helicopter crash

Ghana's defense and environment ministers died in a helicopter crash that killed all eight people on board.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump hits India with extra 25% tariff for Russia oil purchases

New Delhi says US president’s decision is β€˜unfair, unjustified and unreasonable’

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Brazilian Supreme Court justice eases Bolsonaro’s house arrest to allow unrestricted family visits

The conservative former leader is on trial for allegedly mastermindinga coup plot to remain in officedespite his election loss to current leftist PresidentLuiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro denies wrongdoing.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Live: Trump to hit semiconductors with tariff, Apple to invest billions in US

Australian stocks are set to open lower, despite Wall Street gaining as Apple shares climbed after news of its plans to announce a domestic manufacturing pledge. Follow the latest updates in our live blog.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Ukrainian tennis star hits out at 'shameful' online hate messages after loss

Elina Svitolina calls out the "shameful" hate messages she received after a loss in the Canadian Open, pointing the finger at gambling.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

From 'bush girl' to Vogue, Cindy Rostron is a rising star in Australian fashion

Bununggu and Warraingu model Cindy Rostron is named one of the industry's rising stars in this year's National Indigenous Fashion Awards.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Americans split on whether Trump support of Israel has gone too far: Poll

Americans are split on whether President Trump’s support for Israel has gone too far or is just about right, according to a survey released Tuesday. The Economist/YouGov poll found 36 percent of U.S. adults think the president’s backing of Israel has gone too far, while another 32 percent said his support for Israel is about...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Meta bans millions of WhatsApp accounts linked to scam operations

Meta took down 6.8 million WhatsApp accounts tied to scam operations on Tuesday after victims reported financial fraud schemes. The company said many of the scam sources were based in Southeast Asia at criminal scam centers. β€œBased on our investigative insights into the latest enforcement efforts, we proactively detected and took down accounts before scam...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: The Hill favicon The Hill

Prospector's dream comes true with 7-ounce gold nugget discovery

A Victorian prospector has literally struck gold while making a tutorial video on the subject in WA's Goldfields, unearthing a 7-ounce nugget.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

FirstFT: Trump hits India with extra 25% tariff for buying Russian oil

Also in today’s newsletter, China tests out stablecoins, and Apple set to boost US investment plans by $100bn

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

E.l.f. Beauty's profits fall 30% as China tariffs weigh on bottom line

E.l.f. Beauty sources about 75% of its products from China and the cost of new tariffs is weighing on its bottom line.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Proven Truths About Venezuela Bolivia Bicentennial Solidarity: Maduro Hails 200 Years of Shared Struggle and Unity

Venezuela Bolivia bicentennial solidarity shines as President Maduro celebrates Bolivia’s 200 years of independence, honoring shared history, indigenous resistance, and regional integration. Related: Venezuela and Mali Set to Advance Strategic Agreements by 2026 7 Proven Truths About Venezuela Bolivia Bicentennial Solidarity: Maduro Hails 200 Years of Shared Struggle and Unity On August 6, 2025, Venezuelan […]

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Live: Butler dismisses call to end negative gearing, cut to capital gains tax

Health Minister Mark Butler has brushed off calls for Labor to revisit negative gearing and the capital gains tax, saying the government has been clear on its priorities. Follow live.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Watch live: Apple CEO Cook joins Trump for investment announcement at White House

The iPhone maker will raise its previous U.S. investment, made in February, from $500 billion to $600 billion over the next four years.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

On Ukraine's front line, twisted wreckage shows sanctions haven't yet stopped Russia

In Kharkiv, investigators gather evidence of Russian attacks - and how it has dodged sanctions.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

US Open prize money increases to nearly $US85 million

Prize money at the US Open will rise to nearly $US85 million ($130 million) across all competitions.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Novartis weighs deal for biotech Avidity to boost drug pipeline

Shares in rare disease biotech surge 26% following approach by Swiss group

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Russia asks Central African Republic to replace Wagner with Moscow’s Africa Corps

Officials in theCentral African Republichave said that Russia has called on the country to replace the private Wagner mercenary group with Moscow's state-run Africa Corps and requested payment for further security services.

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Morning Mail: the big beef producer and the frontier wars; β€˜progress’ in Ukraine talks; real range of EVs revealed

Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Morning Mail here, and finish your day with our Afternoon Update newsletterGood morning. We continue our Descendants series with revelations of Australia’s biggest beef producer’s historical links to abuses against Aboriginal people – through the actions of its longest-serving superintendent before he joined the company, and others who helped establish its...

Published on: August 06, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia