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Saturday, 08 August 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 07:25 CST
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What to know about this week’s US primary elections in Tennessee and Hawaii

Republicans eye Congressional sweep after only Democrat-dominated district redrawn ahead of primary vote in Tennessee.

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UK police confirm Uganda boxers unaccounted for after Commonwealth Games

Athletes from Uganda and Pakistan were reported 'missing' after failing to return home from 2026 Commonwealth Games.

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Shifting US politics offers opportunity for Palestinian self-determination

Palestinian advocacy needs to actively engage with changes in attitudes among both Democratic and Republican voters.

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Why is France developing a new nuclear strategy?

As the US retreats from Europe and Russia adopts an aggressive posture, France plans to add weapons to its arsenal

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Iran anthem protest: Female footballers ‘proud’ to become Australian

Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh refused to sing Iran anthem at Asian Cup, now granted Australia citizenship.

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Gianni Infantino gets internal support at crisis meeting to remain as FIFA president

FIFA said Wednesday it had apologized for errors made over Gianni Infantino's failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and that senior staff in attendance at a crisis meeting in Morocco "reaffirmed their full support" for his presidency.

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Russian strikes kill six in Ukraine as Moscow intercepts hundreds of drones

Ukraine officials say three people killed in Kharkiv region and three in Sumy, as Russia says it intercepted 605 drones.

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Ex-Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib’s home petrol-bombed in Hasina fallout

Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan's home attacked after joining former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s event.

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Messi scores his first goals since World Cup as Inter Miami beat San Luis

Lionel Messi scores his first goals since Argentina's World Cup final defeat to Spain, as Miami win 4-2 in Leagues Cup.

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Pakistan beat West Indies to end 8 away Test losing streak and draw series

Pakistan win first away Test in three years, beating West Indies by eight wickets in Trinidad to draw two Test series.

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A US proposal for missile defense that’s been tried before

What is a Golden Dome, and why does Donald Trump want one?

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Ukraine escalates strikes on Russian shipping

Striking hundreds of targets in a matter of weeks, Ukraine has found a new way to pressure Russia's hold on Crimea

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US military families face deportation after immigration protection ends

The spouses and parents of US service members have been reportedly detained or deported.

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Carney curses Infantino as FIFA backs its president

FIFA’s President Gianni Infantino gets the support of executive members at an emergency meeting in Morocco.

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Strait of Hormuz tolls would harm livelihoods worldwide, shipowners warn

Eight leading shipping organisations sign letter opposing fees in critical waterway.

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