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Newest first · UTC+11:00Von der Leyen set to deliver major speech on Europe’s space policy
BRUSSELS — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will deliver a major speech dedicated solely to space at the International Space Summit in Paris on Sept. 10, two officials working on preparations for the event told POLITICO.
· Antoaneta Roussi, Gabriel Gavin, Jacopo Barigazzi
Caine says there are no plans to send troops to the polls in November
Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks during a meeting about military families with President Donald Trump, in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
· Ben Finley
Ethiopia backs executive presidency plan, raising fears of power grab
Ethiopia’s national dialogue has endorsed constitutional changes that would merge the roles of prime minister and president into a powerful executive presidency, a move critics warn could allow Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to further consolidate his control after his party’s landslide election victory.
· AfricaNews
Lindsay Clancy And The Political Weaponization Of Mentally Ill Women
Authored by Brandon Smith via Alt-Market.us
· Tyler Durden
Iceland just friend-zoned the EU
By Rachel Marsden, a columnist, political strategist, and host of independently produced talk-shows in French and English.
· RT
Raphaël Glucksmann au risque de la primaire
Le grand sujet politique du jour, analysé en 15 minutes par les journalistes de POLITICO. Du lundi au jeudi, avant 18h.
· Anthony Lattier
‘Tax-allotment formula shortchanges coastal LGUs’
THE National Tax Allotment (NTA) sharing formula shortchanges coastal local government units (LGUs) by excluding their municipal waters from the computation of their shares, Agusan del Norte Rep. Dale Corvera said on Monday.
· James Daniel Danio
Is Burnham just Starmer with vibes? The same lobby groups funded both
When he became prime minister this summer, Andy Burnham promised to end 40 years of neoliberalism. It was a bold declaration, and stood in contrast to the dull managerialism and endless staged relaunches by his predecessor, Keir Starmer.
· Middleeasteye
PLDT Enterprise brings Starlink support to Mindanao recovery efforts
IN the aftermath of the powerful earthquake that struck parts of Mindanao, PLDT Enterprise, together with PLDT and Smart, deployed Starlink satellite connectivity solutions and mobilized emergency communications support to assist communities, responders and local government units in maintaining critical links during…
Basilan leaders ensure peaceful polls
ISABELA CITY — Security forces and local leaders here have locked down a unified peace pact two weeks before the Sept. 14 Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections, defying heightened threat levels across the region.
· Nonoy Lacson
Economia vai sofrer com AfD no leste alemão, diz Merz
O chanceler federal da Alemanha, Friedrich Merz, alertou contra prejuízos à economia em caso de vitória da Alternativa para a Alemanha (AfD) nas eleições estaduais da Saxônia-Anhalt no próximo domingo (06/01).
· Redação DW
China-Russia pipeline project stalls as Beijing holds out for best price
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping pictured during a meeting in May. No progress on the pipeline was made at that meeting. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Deputy Chief Justice Sohlberg's security detail boosted due to unspecified security needs - report
Central Elections Committee chairman and Supreme Court Deputy Chief Justice Noam Sohlberg's personal security was increased on Monday, according to Israeli media reports.
· URI SELA, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Speakers condemn antisemitism, praise Trump at Republican Jewish Coalition Annual Leadership Summit
Leaders and lawmakers gathered in Las Vegas over the weekend for the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) Annual Leadership Summit, where prominent speakers condemned the rise of global antisemitism, reaffirmed support for Israel, and lauded US President Donald Trump as a historic champion of the Jewish community.
· ALEX CARSON
George Santos banned by Kalshi for insider trading on prediction platform
Former Rep. George Santos arrives at federal court for sentencing, April 25, 2025, in Central Islip, N.Y. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)
India's GDP records surprise growth of 7.8% amid Iran war
The government has rolled out a string of economic measures since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran war at the end of February, while the economy has continued to benefit from consumption tax cuts made in September last year. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
· SAYAN CHAKRABORTY
France and Sweden sign deal for 4 frigates to boost NATO's newest member
French President Emmanuel Macron, right, is welcomed by Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, in Stockholm, Sweden, Monday, Aug. 31, 2026. (Anders Wiklund /TT News Agency via AP)
· John Leicester
War of words: Lebanon tells Iran to liaise through state institutions amid tensions over Hezbollah | The National
Lebanon's Foreign Minister has said international relations should be conducted through state institutions in response to criticism from Abbas Araghchi, his Iranian counterpart, over Beirut’s handling of ties with Tehran.
· Nada Maucourant Atallah
Queensland has set tough new rules around ebikes and e-scooters. What do they mean for riders?
Transport minister says laws target ‘young hooligans’ holding ‘communities to ransom’, but cycling advocates say changes most affect law-abiding riders
· Andrew Messenger
Australia’s best photos of the month – August 2026
View image in fullscreenMark, a resident of Wilks Park camping area in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, poses in front of his van.Photograph: Hilary Wardhaugh/The GuardianShareView image in fullscreenAcrobats from the Beeswax & Bottlecaps troupe don 1930s-style swimwear on 7 August at the long-awaited reopening of the …
‘Scary’: how misinformation and AI hallucinations are infiltrating Australia’s parliament
Exclusive: Guardian analysis reveals that dozens of policy submissions from across the political spectrum incorrectly summarise real research and invent or wrongly cite sources
· Nick Evershed, Ariel Bogle, Mike Hohnen
What One Nation’s latest victory means for the major parties – podcast
One Nation has claimed victory in the Western Australian seat of Secret Harbour, delivering a massive blow to a safe Labor stronghold. With voter frustration over cost-of-living issues boiling over, what does this mean for the major parties heading into the next elections? The Guardian’s political editor Tom McIlroy…
Arsenal vs. Aston Villa prediction: Premier League soccer picks, odds, best bets
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· Michael Leboff
Thrive Capital’s Josh Kushner hits out at ‘political dynamics’ of scrapped $20B FIFA deal
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· Thomas Barrabi
El extremo brasileño Allan ficha con Man City desde Palmeiras en un pase "surrealista"
El técnico del Manchester City Enzo Maresca durante el partido contra Bournemouth en la Liga Premier, el domingo 23 de agosto de 2025, en Manchester. (AP Foto/Dave Thompson)
Trump Says NBC's Kristen Welker Will Be Reported To FCC Over Endorsement Comments
Authored by Jack Phillips via The Epoch Times,
· Tyler Durden
Pentagon covertly puts conservative military influencers into US government positions - report
Senior US military influencers were discreetly placed in government positions as part of a covert Pentagon operation, The Washington Post reported on Monday, citing anonymous sources familiar with the matter and corroborating material.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Modi tells Putin India backs every effort to end the war in Ukraine, Interfax reports
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday that his country backed every peace effort to end the war in Ukraine, the Interfax news agency reported.
· REUTERS
British Jewish leaders express concern to UK government over anticipated settlement trade ban
British Jewish community leaders have raised strong concerns on Sunday with the UK government over potential plans to ban or restrict trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank, after recent high-level meetings between community representatives and government officials, including a meeting on Friday between Chi…
· ALEX CARSON
Spain PM Pedro Sanchez rules out Moroccan role in Ceuta migrant surge
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says there is no evidence that Moroccan authorities were involved in the sudden arrival of more than 70,000 migrants in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta last month. He said the circumstances remain under investigation while accusing the far right and trafficking networks of spreading…
· AfricaNews
$40,000 wiped off the value of the average house over winter
Property values are falling in almost every suburb in the country, with $40,000 wiped from the median value of the nation’s homes through winter as high interest rates, the federal government’s budget tax changes and low levels of affordability crunch the entire market.
· Shane Wright
Opposition goes loco with $1.7 billion transport pitch
A new fleet of hybrid trains that can run on suburban and country tracks would finally deliver a long-promised boost to rail services for people living in Melbourne’s booming west under a $1.7 billion public transport pitch to be announced by the Coalition.
· Chip Le Grand, Kieran Rooney
Don't let Iran-backed militias to set the clock on America's exit from Iraq | The National
On September 30, the last American and coalition troops are scheduled to leave Iraq, ending a military presence that began in 2003. Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi calls the date “fixed and final”. October 1, he says, will open a new chapter in which Iraq exercises full sovereignty over its own soil.
· Yerevan Saeed
Who should have a vote in Israel? - opinion
There is an intriguing asymmetry in the political rights of Israelis and Americans living abroad. The hundreds of thousands of American citizens who live in Israel can vote in US federal elections without leaving the country, using absentee ballots.
· BOAZ GOLANY
Why is piracy picking up off Somalia’s coast again?
The Federal Government of Somalia announced on August 29 that the Turkish navy, working with Somali forces, had freed the cargo ship MV Lutuf after a 10-day pursuit, killing 14 pirates and destroying four of their boats.
· Faisal Ali
Venice Film Festival jury presser to go on despite cancelation rumors it’s become political minefield
The show will go on at the Venice Film Festival. But the players may be wary of their lines!
· Ian Mohr
Spain PM blames Russia, Israel for Ceuta migrant crisis’ disinformation
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez also dismisses speculation on the involvement of Moroccan authorities in the crisis
· Reuters
Spain PM blames Russia, Israel for Ceuta migrant crisis’ disinformation
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez also dismisses speculation on the involvement of Moroccan authorities in the crisis
· Reuters
Turkish FM calls Netanyahu 'enemy of humanity,' claims Mecca agreement not directed at any country
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan claimed on Monday that the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement signed by his country with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan wasn't directed towards any country, while also saying that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was "an enemy of security and humanity."
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
Turkey says roadmap being prepared to expand Mecca defence alliance
Turkey is working on a roadmap for other countries to join a joint defence pact established earlier this month with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Monday.
· Middleeasteye
After Jackson Hole: Why Gulf is now central to global rate debate | The National
Jackson Hole is where the world’s central bankers gather every August to think out loud about the global economy. What they say moves markets and shapes rate expectations. This year, it also revealed how much of the global monetary policy debate has become a conversation about the Gulf.
· Andrea Zanon
French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann’s path to the Elysée faces surprise hurdle
PARIS — Raphaël Glucksmann’s dream of becoming the next president of France faces an unexpected obstacle: winning a center-left primary that’s just become surprisingly competitive.
· Victor Goury-Laffont
Premier League transfers: Muñoz leaves Palace to reunite with former coach Glasner at Forest
LONDON (AP) — Colombia defender Daniel Muñoz has followed his former Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner to Nottingham Forest.
Liverpool confirm Bradley Barcola signing from PSG in £123m deal
France international targeting Premier League title
· Will Unwin
Jalen Brunson gets candid with The Post about Mitchell Robinson’s ‘bittersweet’ Knicks exit for Celtics
Jalen Brunson understands the fans who want him to despise the opposition. Especially the opposition in Boston.
· Stefan Bondy
Michigan Senate Candidate El-Sayed Apologizes For Comments After Synagogue Attack
Authored by Jacki Thrapp via The Epoch Times,
· Tyler Durden
GPH, MILF sign pact for peaceful BARMM polls
COTABATO CITY – The Government of the Philippines (GPH) and Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) signed Monday a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to help ensure a peaceful and orderly historic Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections (BPE) on Sept. 14.
· Edwin O. Fernandez
Czech MEP and Babiš ally guilty of EU subsidy fraud, court rules
European lawmaker Jana Nagyová is guilty of EU subsidy fraud in a €2 million case related to Agrofert, the agriculture conglomerate linked to Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, Prague's High Court confirmed Monday in an appeal ruling.
· Ketrin Jochecová
Regional geopolitical shifts felt as Mecca Alliance, Israel-Greek pacts develop - analysis
The first meeting of the Strategic Political and Defense Committee, established under the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, began in Istanbul on Monday. It comes as Israel and Greece also signed a multi-billion-dollar defense deal.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN