Magic tricks, Palestinian circus, and a ‘kinky Hamlet’: the must-see shows at 2026’s Edinburgh fringe
From big-name standups to dance performances and experimental plays, here are our picks for an excellent festival
· Kate Wyver
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Netanyahu ally predicts half of Likud lawmakers will lose seats, 'watch Knesset on TV'
An associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized Likud lawmakers and ministers on Sunday, claiming that half of them will only see the Knesset on television.
· YANIR YAGNA, AVI SOLOMON
‘It’s a true art form’: Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye on high fashion and life at Udinese
The former Watford player talks about his off-field pursuits, lessons from the World Cup and unfinished business
· Emanuele Giulianelli
Bill Maher blasts Rand Paul for releasing Fauci’s COVID diaries
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Houthis claim attack on Saudi Aramco's Jizan refinery
Yemen's Houthis have claimed a drone attack on Saudi Aramco's refinery in Jizan, saying the attack was in response to Saudi drone attacks on Yemen’s Saada and Hajjah provinces, according to Al Masirah TV.
· Middleeasteye
Taylor Swift songs removed from White House, Trump campaign posts
Some Taylor Swift songs have been removed from social media videos posted by US President Donald Trump's campaign and the White House, which have used two of the American superstar's songs over the past week.
· REUTERS
Mega-events drive HK$5.8 billion visitor spend in first half of year: Paul Chan
Finance chief says more than 1.75 million visitors attended over 130 events from January to June, calling Hong Kong ‘an event capital’ rich in culture, arts and sports
· Emily Hung
Mega-events drive HK$5.8 billion visitor spend in first half of year: Paul Chan
Finance chief says more than 1.75 million visitors attended over 130 events from January to June, calling Hong Kong ‘an event capital’ rich in culture, arts and sports
· Emily Hung
Israeli media says Netanyahu okayed reconstruction in southern Gaza
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and defence minister Israel Katz quietly authorised rehabilitation work in southern Gaza two weeks ago, Israeli Army Radio has reported.
· Middleeasteye
Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian property in West Bank
Israeli settlers have set fire to Palestinian property overnight in Wadi Rahim in the southern West Bank, according to Palestinian media outlets.
· Middleeasteye
Taylor Swift makes her music unavailable to Trump on TikTok after trolling | The National
Taylor Swift has made her music unavailable to US President Donald Trump on TikTok.
· Farah Andrews
‘They kidnapped a hard-working kid off our streets’: the gardener seized by ICE – and the New York town fighting back
Gerson Turcios was 17 when he fled violence in Honduras to build a new life in the US. Six years later, he was mowing lawns in his home town of Rhinebeck when immigration officers took him. Within hours, friends, neighbours and local celebrities sprang into action. Could they stop his deportation?
· Alexhannaford
Myspace eyes comeback as an an 'antidote' to social media fatigue — but it may be a long shot
Millennials may feel a pang of nostalgia at the news of Myspace's planned revival, but analysts caution that the once-dominant social media platform faces long odds in an overcrowded market dominated by algorithm-driven feeds and short attention spans.
· Sawdah Bhaimiya
Hezbollah launched a drone at IDF soldiers, the military chose not to tell the public - report
Hezbollah launched an explosive drone near IDF soldiers north of the Beaufort Castle area on Friday, but the IDF did not report the incident, according to Israeli media outlets.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
How the Shenzhen Natural History Museum was designed to reflect its landscape
Architects from Danish firm 3XN and Hong Kong’s B+H talk about the museum’s unique design that reflects its green and water-edged location
· Sean Cheng
How the Shenzhen Natural History Museum was designed to reflect its landscape
Architects from Danish firm 3XN and Hong Kong’s B+H talk about the museum’s unique design that reflects its green and water-edged location
· Sean Cheng
S. Korea's tourism balance hits record surplus since pandemic: data
South Korea's tourism balance hit a record surplus since the COVID-19 pandemic period, thanks to the popularity of the country's pop culture, industry data showed Sunday.
· Yonhap
Disabled cast makes history at 2,300-year-old Greek theater
From left to right, Eirini Kourouvani, a wheelchair dancer, Evi Saoulidou and Lydia Fotopoulou perform during a dress rehearsal of Euripides’ tragedy The Trojan Women, staged by the National Theatre of Greece, at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus, Greece, on Thursday, July 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris)
· Petros Giannakouris
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The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls review – in a world of toxic masculinity, this feels radical at points
As the survivalist takes the cast of the Christian drama out in the wild to discuss faith, it’s surprisingly moving to find two very confident men so comfortable in their gentleness
· Lucymangan
Labor open to ‘sensible amendments’ to gambling laws after inquiry hears alcohol and cocaine offered to punters
Sources say Albanese government willing to tighten rules on betting inducements but less likely to budge on TV and online advertisements
· Josh Butler
Korea's film industry grapples over six-month holdback rule
Government-backed talks aim to strike a compromise between theaters and streaming platforms
· Lee Yoon-seo
‘Give me a freaking break’: Greens senator spells out terms on Albanese’s gambling bill
Online betting advertisements and inducements such as free bets should be banned if Labor wants its gambling bill passed into law, Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young says, but she is prepared to negotiate on advertising in streaming services.
· Michelle Griffin
S. Korea's tourism balance hits record surplus since pandemic: data
SEOUL, Aug. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's tourism balance hit a record surplus since the COVID-19 pandemic period, thanks to the popularity of the country's pop culture, industry data showed Sunday.
· Kang Jae-eun
Britney Spears details ‘embarrassing’ botched Botox results: ‘Be careful with your bodies’
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· Carson Blackwelder
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical review – finally, a jukebox musical that really works
Princess Theatre, MelbourneBroadway star Will Swenson plays Diamond with such swagger, charm and expansive showmanship that any flaws in the material sluice away
· Tim Byrne
'Report: Israel': Sasha Gusov captures post-Oct. 7 life in dramatic fashion - book review
We have a more-than-fair idea how the world in general sees us, well, at least the media-funneled viewpoint. If you happen to catch some random news report on the BBC, CNN, or – if you speak the lingo – any of the leading non-English-speaking outlets such as France’s TF1 or Italy’s Rai 1 TV channels, the chances are…
· BARRY DAVIS
'Israel on Trial': US Judge Roy K. Altman takes on accusations against the Jewish state - review
Roy K. Altman, a graduate of Columbia University, served as a federal prosecutor for the US Court of Appeals before being appointed a US District Judge for the Southern District of Florida – at the time, the youngest district judge ever so appointed.
· NEVILLE TELLER
Tom Cruise look-alike has fans doing a double take: ‘Literally thought this was AI’
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· Audrey Rock
Chinese man’s 3,000km search for pen pal from 24 years ago sparks deep nostalgia
Li’s heartfelt journey resonates with many, attracting 62,000 likes and over 7,000 comments, with some describing it as ‘romantic’
· Fran Lu
Chinese man’s 3,000km search for pen pal from 24 years ago sparks deep nostalgia
Li’s heartfelt journey resonates with many, attracting 62,000 likes and over 7,000 comments, with some describing it as ‘romantic’
· Fran Lu
Perez Hilton in serious but stable condition following self-harm incident
Perez Hilton is in “serious but stable condition” and will require surgery after he appeared to commit self-harm in a livestream earlier this week, according to a new statement written by his family.
· Nell Geraets
Girl and her father wounded as Israeli drone crashes in southern Lebanon
A girl and her father were wounded when an Israeli drone crashed in the town of Kfar Rumman in southern Lebanon, Lebanese media reported.
· Middleeasteye
From K-pop fan to show interpreter, April Kim brings more than words
Korean-English show interpreter shares a behind-the-scenes look at the world of show interpreting, where language, culture and emotion come together in real time
· Choi Jae-hee
In pictures: 50 years of Hong Kong’s yum cha teahouse tradition
Five decades of Hong Kong’s beloved yum cha tradition – steamy dim sum, generational bonds and teahouse charm captured by the South China Morning Post
· Alexander Mak
In pictures: 50 years of Hong Kong’s yum cha teahouse tradition
Five decades of Hong Kong’s beloved yum cha tradition – steamy dim sum, generational bonds and teahouse charm captured by the South China Morning Post
· Alexander Mak
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Chinese nostalgia makes 'Kung Fu Soccer' a hit but will it score overseas?
Filmmaker Stephen Chow's latest hit in China, "Kung Fu Soccer," has stirred up debate over its derivative content amid its international rollout. (Photo by Anne Chan)
· Staff Writer
LA’s ‘last’ video store is still inspiring Hollywood directors and shunning streaming
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· Ross O'Keefe
Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Absolutely Devoted To You’ On Hallmark Channel, Kimberley Sustad And Jesse Metcalfe Star As A TV Producer And Former Boy Band Member In This Middling Summer Romance
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· Maddy Casale
Michael B. Jordan and Raye spark romance rumors during Six Flags outing
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· Audrey Rock
LA’s ‘serial’ Tinder rapist could walk free after less than a year in prison, outraging actress victim: ‘He has no soul’
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· Sonya Gugliara
Japan's natural wine scene comes of age
Mayumi Mochimaru, left, and manager Yui Kyogoku sample wines at Atelier de Terrine Maison Okei in Tokyo’s western Setagaya Ward. The restaurant is tapping growing interest in natural wine among customers eager to try unfamiliar styles. (Courtesy of Atelier de Terrine Maison Okei)
· Staff Writer
Mamdani's bot army needs a full investigation, not social media outrage - editorial
Dozens of accounts on X/Twitter, possibly even hundreds, are amplifying content from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, municipal accounts, and officials in his circle in patterns that do not appear human.
· JPOST EDITORIAL
Fifa launches new attack on media over alleged ‘concerted effort’ to undermine Gianni Infantino
Fifa issues statement defending under-fire president
· Davidhills
Meet Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu’s transgender sibling Jaylin
The younger sibling of the US figure skating prodigy is also good at sports, loves going to concerts and has met Laufey backstage
· Alexa Vernice Pacis
Meet Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu’s transgender sibling Jaylin
The younger sibling of the US figure skating prodigy is also good at sports, loves going to concerts and has met Laufey backstage
· Alexa Vernice Pacis