The Guardian

Judge rejects Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex-trafficking appeal, calling claims ‘demonstrably meritless’

Maxwell sought to vacate Epstein-related conviction, alleging hidden trial evidence and juror’s abuse historySign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA federal judge has rejected Ghislaine Maxwell’s legal effort to throw out her 2021 conviction on sex-trafficking charges and 20-year prison sentence, calling her claims “demonstrably meritless, and generally based on speculation, distortions, and/or outright falsehoods”.In a 67-page decision filed on Tuesday, US district judge Paul Engelma

general  Aug 25, 2026

BBC World

CIA chief in Moscow for unannounced talks, US media reports

Flight tracking data confirms an American military aircraft travelled to Russia from the US via Latvia on Tuesday.

general  Aug 25, 2026

WSJ World News

CIA Director John Ratcliffe Makes Surprise Trip to Moscow

It is Ratcliffe’s first publicly known trip to the Russian capital, but the CIA declined to say why he is there.

general  Aug 25, 2026

BBC World

Swedish military seeks to take over Russian-owned estate near naval base

The armed forces request the seizure of the plot near Muskö Naval Base citing threats from Russian drones.

general  Aug 25, 2026

NY Times World

Canada Fires Back in Trade War Against Trump With Up to 50% Tariffs

Canada said the higher levies, on items from aluminum foil to dishwashers to fish, would help protect workers, producers and manufacturers harmed by new Trump tariffs.

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

Australia may face a rush of datacentre construction as AI firms look to dodge upcoming rules, experts say

Regulations will require new sites to avoid pushing up power prices by building renewable energy plants and minimising water useGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPlanned datacentres around Australia may avoid strict new rules being proposed by Anthony Albanese if they can secure approvals in the coming months, amid growing calls growing for a moratorium.The prime minister is aiming to come to an agreement with national cabinet on federal regulations for datacentres at a

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

One Nation’s Malcolm Roberts ‘in two minds’ about whether gay people should be equal

Footage shows senator on stage at the Church and State conference responding to question about party’s director James AshbyGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne Nation’s Malcolm Roberts told a conference earlier this year that he was in “two minds” about whether gay people should have equal rights.In footage from June’s Church and State conference, released on Sunday, the senator can be seen responding to a question about James Ashby, the party’s director, who is gay. Co

general  Aug 25, 2026

WSJ World News

Canada Targets U.S. Metals, Foods, Motorcycles in Retaliatory Tariff Package

New duties range from 15% to 50% on about $20 billion of goods, designed to protect domestic firms’ market share.

general  Aug 25, 2026

BBC World

Two unvaccinated people die of measles in Pennsylvania

Cases in the US have hit the highest point since the virus was eliminated, as vaccination rates decline.

general  Aug 25, 2026

NY Times World

‘I’m Fine With My Body’: Danish Leader Responds to Unsolicited Beauty Advice

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen had just returned from Ukraine when she received a message from a plastic surgeon asking if she wanted to fix her nose.

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

New York business group sues Mamdani over city-owned grocery stores plan

Multicultural Business Coalition sues New York City mayor, alleging plan for city-run stores will harm smaller grocersA New York City business group sued mayor Zohran Mamdani on Monday over his plan to create five municipally owned grocery stores.The Multicultural Business Coalition, which says it represents hundreds of small supermarkets, filed two lawsuits in New York county supreme court on Monday, arguing that the plan violates the civil rights of smaller, immigrant- and minority-owned busin

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

Billie Piper stalker jailed for 12 months after breaching prevention order

Philip Jerome, 49, repeatedly tried to contact the actor in the hope they would begin a relationship, court hearsA fan obsessed with Billie Piper has been jailed for 12 months after breaching a stalking prevention order.Philip Jerome, 49, had a sexual interest in the singer and actor and repeatedly tried to get in touch with her in the hope they would end up in a relationship, a court in Hampshire was told. Continue reading...

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

Louisiana supreme court justice wins rare $300,000 defamation trial against newspaper

Then Advocate editor-in-chief and writer testified editorial was not part of agenda against Jefferson Davis Hughes IIIA jury on Monday awarded $300,000 to a Louisiana supreme court justice over a 2019 editorial by the state’s largest newspaper in a rare defamation trial involving an elected public official.Jurors in Iberville parish, Louisiana, found that the editorial whose headline included “Jeff Hughes … made a mockery of justice” and was published by the Advocate had defamed state supreme co

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

Two unvaccinated people die of measles in Pennsylvania

Deaths from disease are first in state in 35 years and just one day after Maryland declared outbreak in three countiesTwo unvaccinated individuals have died of measles in Pennsylvania, state health officials announced on Tuesday. The deaths are the first in the state in 35 years and have been announced just one day after Maryland declared a measles outbreak in three counties.Measles is one of the most contagious diseases known to medicine, and is preventable with a highly effective vaccine. Cont

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

‘Not any old vermin’: rats numbers are on the rise thanks to global heating – and poison may not be the answer

Robert Corrigan has been dealing with the ‘smart’ rodents all his life – and believes there are better solutions to deal with the growing infestation in the world’s cities“The rodents have paid for every single bill I’ve ever had – every mortgage, every car payment, every pint of Guinness,” says Dr Robert Corrigan. “It’s been a great ride and I’m still at it.”New York-based Corrigan is one of the most respected voices in the world of rodentology. Now in his 70s, he has devoted his entire adult l

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

‘An enchanting oasis’: Venetian island with Napoleonic fort up for sale

Smaller than a football pitch, Crevan has a rich history – but how rich its buyer needs to be is strictly under wrapsAn island in the Venice lagoon boasting a Napoleonic fort and lush gardens is up for sale.Described as an “enchanting oasis of peace and beauty”, Crevan offers a “spectacular view” of Venice’s main island, but is far from its crowds. Continue reading...

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

Mother and two-year-old daughter killed by lightning strike in Florida

Kenya Glasgow and her toddler died after lightning struck in Margate, near Fort LauderdaleA mother and her toddler were killed recently by a lightning strike in south Florida, local authorities said.The tragedy happened in Margate, near Fort Lauderdale, on Sunday. The victims were Kenya Glasgow, 31, and her two-year-old daughter, named in media reports as Kennedi. Continue reading...

general  Aug 25, 2026

NY Times World

U.S. Removes Syria From Its List of Terrorism Sponsors

The move lifted economic sanctions on the country, raising hopes of further recovery after its brutal civil war.

general  Aug 25, 2026

The Guardian

Five more people arrested over A66 crash that killed seven people

News comes day after 12 people were arrested over crash in which car drove wrong way along dual carriagewayFive more people have been arrested by detectives investigating the events leading up to the crash on the A66 that killed seven people, including two police officers.Cleveland police made the announcement after 12 people were arrested on Monday. Continue reading...

general  Aug 25, 2026

WSJ World News

Extreme Weather Is Hammering Europe’s Summer Harvest, EU Says

Impacts on crops are widespread, ranging from modest declines in yields to severe harvest losses with crop failures likely in the worst-affected regions.

general  Aug 25, 2026