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The United Nations has condemned Uganda for its clampdown on dissent and opposition groups.
· Al Jazeera
ABC News says FCC is carrying out intimidation campaign to shape coverage
The news outlet ABC has accused the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of using the threat of cancelled broadcast licences as part of an intimidation campaign against the media critical of President Donald Trump.
· Al Jazeera Staff
RT reports from Iraq after US-Saudi strikes (VIDEO)
Joint US-Saudi strikes on alleged Iran-aligned militia positions across Iraq have sparked political backlash, with Baghdad condemning the attacks as a violation of the country’s sovereignty. RT’s Ali Rida Sbeity reported on the ground.
· RT
A reluctant Albanese is under pressure over telehealth for VAD
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· Michelle Grattan
Mandela Barnes drops out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
Wisconsin U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes speaks at a rally Oct. 29, 2022, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
· Scott Bauer
Noam Party rebrands itself ahead of elections, Maoz calls to 'strengthen right-wing bloc'
The far-right Noam Party on Wednesday launched its campaign ahead of the upcoming elections, rebranding itself as "Noam for Israel," and calling for new alliances aimed at strengthening the right-wing bloc.
· KESHET NEEV
Trump’s Iran dilemma becomes battle for US public opinion as his approval hits all-time low
US President Donald Trump’s decision over how to handle Iran became far more complicated by Thursday, after recent polls showed that the average American doesn't want a return to full-scale war and is primarily concerned with paying less at the pump.
· IDAN KWELLER
Saudi Arabia unveils plans for multinational maritime defence coalition
Saudi Arabia on Thursday unveiled plans for a multinational maritime defence coalition aimed at protecting international shipping and energy supply routes in the Red Sea region after attacks by Yemen's Houthis disrupted one of the world's busiest trade corridors.
· Middleeasteye
Japan scraps cap on growth spending requests for fiscal 2027 budget
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama discussed the budget request guidelines in a July 30 news conference. (Photo by Jo Ishibuchi)
· Staff Writer
Ben Gvir's crocodiles are the latest weapon in Israel's animal warfare on Palestinians
Earlier this month, Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced that Israel would use Nile crocodiles as prison guards for Palestinian political prisoners.
· Middleeasteye
Republican congressman Max Miller faces backlash over domestic abuse allegations
Ohio representative is accused by his ex-wife and ex-girlfriend of abuse as he campaigns for re-election
· Maya Yang
China replaces diplomat known for 'hands in pockets' incident with Japan
Liu Jinsong, then director-general of the Asian Affairs Department at China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is seen with reporters in Beijing in November 2025. © Kyodo
· Staff Writer
Limelight-loving Fauci all smiles as he’s surprised by flowers left by adoring fan — after getting savaged by Senate Republicans
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· Chris Nesi
Iran war latest: US denies Iranian claim that attack damaged six military aircraft | The National
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· The National
Iran war latest: IRGC says it struck two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz | The National
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· The National
Japan's plan to cut food sales tax raises $30bn funding question
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi asserts that deficit-covering bonds will not be used to fund a consumption tax cut on food. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
· Staff Writer
UK police arrests dozens at protest supporting banned group Palestine Action
LONDON — Dozens of people were arrested outside a London courthouse on Thursday after expressing support for Palestine Action, a protest group that has been banned as a terrorist organization by the British government.
· Associated Press
Saudi Arabia proposes 43-nation 'maritime defence coalition' in Red Sea | The National
Saudi Arabia has proposed a “maritime defence coalition” involving dozens of countries to protect Red Sea trade routes from attacks by Iran's allies.
· The National
Yen surges to 157 range per dollar, fueling intervention speculation
The yen had been depreciating against the dollar amid fiscal policy concerns and uncertainty surrounding the war in the Middle East. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Thousands of migrants swarm Spanish border (VIDEOS)
Thousands of north African migrants have broken into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta from Morocco. Regional authorities have pleaded with Spain’s socialist government to send in the military, but Madrid has refused.
· RT
Migration crisis hits Spain as thousands enter from Morocco
Thousands of migrants entering Spain from neighboring Morocco have sent the autonomous city of Ceuta into chaos since Wednesday, prompting fresh backlash against Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s migration policies.
· Hugh Kapernaros
Pro-Palestine activists protest Netanyahu's Washington visit, demand US enforces ICC arrest warrant
Pro-Palestinian activists staged a demonstration in Washington DC, breaching the hotel where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was dining. The confrontation unfolded as several protesters managed to enter the lobby of the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown on Monday, attempting to reach the restaurant where the Israel…
· ALEX CARSON
Burnham says he told Trump UK will be pragmatic about North Sea oil
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he told US President Donald Trump he would take a "pragmatic approach" to the issue of North Sea oil and gas.
· Bbcnews
Thousands of migrants enter tiny Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco
Territory’s president calls for help from Spanish government as crowds of people arrive by sea or on foot
· Samjones
The mother of all miraclesThe mother of all miracles
THE Philippine government under the presidency of Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., son and namesake of the country’s OG kleptocrat, is — surprise, surprise — caught in the middle of a multitrillion-peso corruption scandal. How does his administration react to this?
· VAN YBIERNAS
Calor já mata quase 10 mil na Alemanha em 2026
Quase 10 mil pessoas morreram por causas associadas ao calor na Alemanha desde o início do ano, segundo estimativas divulgadas nesta quinta-feira (30/07) pelo instituto alemão Robert Koch (RKI). O órgão federal vinculado ao Ministério da Saúde é referência em saúde pública no país.
· Redação DW
Language choice and mixing in 2026 SONA
STATE of the Nation Addresses (SONAs) rarely place language itself at the center of political discussion. Presidents typically devote their annual addresses to the economy, infrastructure, education, health care, foreign policy and national security. Language, despite underpinning almost every aspect of governance, …
· Ariane Macalinga Borlongan
Mortgage rates hit highest level in a year as home price soar
A sign is posted for a new home for sale in Ambler, Pa., Oct. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
· Alex Veiga
Europe threatens World Cup boycott over FIFA investment plan
UEFA, the governing body of European football, has voted unanimously to boycott the World Cup if FIFA adopts a controversial proposal to privatize part of its commercial operations.
· Jonas Loesel
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Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court
The controversial ban under terrorism legislation of the protest group Palestine Action will be reviewed by the Supreme Court.
· Bbcnews
The Palestinian Authority is not ideal. It is necessary for Gaza - opinion
With Israel’s elections scheduled for October 27, the government that emerges from them will inherit an unresolved strategic question: Who will govern the Gaza Strip in place of Hamas? Although phase two of US President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan was formally launched in January, its central provisions – incl…
· JONAH NAGHI
Republicans delay vote on Trump’s US attorney general pick amid concerns
Key Republicans have delayed a Senate committee vote on United States President Donald Trump’s pick to become attorney general.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Why Erdogan won’t fight the West’s war against Russia
By Farhad Ibragimov – lecturer at the Faculty of Economics at RUDN University, expert and lecturer at the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences and Mass Communications, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
· RT
Why Erdogan won’t fight the West’s war against Russia
By Farhad Ibragimov – lecturer at the Faculty of Economics at RUDN University, expert and lecturer at the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences and Mass Communications, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
· RT
End Jew Hatred petition New York Governor Hochul to remove Mamdani over Manhattan stabbings
The End Jew Hatred movement has formally launched a petition calling on New York Governor Kathy Hochul to initiate removal proceedings against New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani under Section 9 of the New York Public Officers Law. The campaign follows a series of incidents and mounting political backlash over the ad…
· ALEX CARSON
Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination for attorney general
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File)
· Michelle L Price
Iran’s war with the US is not its only conflict as internal crises mount
Government fears social discontent on ‘most important battlefield’ of economy and livelihoods as war takes its toll amid anti-state dissent
· Patrickwintour
Kuwait's chief of staff meets in Saudi Arabia with defence coalition for Bab el-Mandeb strait
Kuwait's chief of staff, General Khaled Al-Shuraian, met in Saudi Arabia with a "maritime defence coalition" to preserve freedom of navigation in Bab el-Mandeb strait, Kuwait's state news agency reported on Thursday.
· Middleeasteye
Labour asks Electoral Commission to investigate Reform UK over donations
Exclusive: Reform’s Robert Jenrick says party confident it followed all rules at the time, after latest Guardian revelations
· Jessica Elgot
Senate warns Trump against pardoning Epstein-linked sex trafficker
The US Senate has unanimously urged President Donald Trump not to pardon Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted sex trafficker who helped Jeffrey Epstein recruit and abuse underage girls.
· RT
El fútbol inglés endurece sanciones contra la discriminación
Vista general del estadio St James’ Park de Newcastle previo al partido contra Wolves en la Liga Premier, el domingo 27 de febrero de 2021. (Alex Pantling/Pool vía AP)
Russia Extends Gasoline and Diesel Export Ban Through January 2027
Russia’s government on Thursday extended a ban on gasoline and diesel exports through the end of next January as authorities continue to try to stabilize the domestic fuel market following sweeping Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries and storage hubs.
· The Moscow Times
Newsroom Edition: ‘shit sheets’ and political scandals - podcast
It has been a messy week in Australian politics. In NSW, the Liberal party faced the corruption watchdog over allegations of branch stacking and illegal donations. In Victoria, the noise around the so-called Big Build brought down a premier and threatens to further alienate already aggrieved voters. Josephine Tovey …
Governor general warns of ‘growing catastrophe’ that threatens to undermine democracy in Australia
Sam Mostyn says there is a widespread ‘failure to understand and engage with and feel proud of the very civic underpinnings of our democracy’
· Tom Mcilroy
Icac revelations have left Angus Taylor’s colleagues anxious – and his factional enemies angry
The opposition leader is the highest-profile person mentioned so far at the NSW anti-corruption commission – and the political figure with the most to lose
· Dan Jervis Bardy
The Labor right is back in power in Victoria. Where will its new ‘Kmart Keating’ premier take the state?
Ben Carroll’s ascendance marks the first time the conservative faction has led the party since the Bracks – Brumby era
· Benita Kolovos
Yen surges to 157-range, fueling intervention speculation
The yen had been depreciating against the dollar amid fiscal policy concerns and uncertainty surrounding the war in the Middle East. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Former ambassador Herzog warns Israel’s influence in Washington has diminished sharply under Trump
Former ambassador to the US Mike Herzog said Israel’s influence on US decision-making had “diminished greatly” and that relations between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump had lost some of their intimacy, in an interview with 103FM on Thursday.
· 103FM