The Guardian

Washington state Democrat who flipped pro-Trump district faces tough primary

Incumbent Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a moderate who owns an auto repair shop, hopes to retain congressional seatThe two-term Democratic congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is heading into one of the country’s most closely watched contests on Tuesday after national recognition for flipping a Republican seat in 2022.Representing Washington state’s third district, Gluesenkamp Perez finds herself squeezed between Democrat and progressive Brent Hennrich and Republican state senator John Braun on her

general  Aug 4, 2026

WSJ World News

Five Charts That Show Why the U.S. and Japan Teamed Up to Buy Yen

A rundown of why Friday’s historic intervention in currency markets happened.

general  Aug 4, 2026

WSJ World News

Five Charts That Show Why the U.S. and Japan Teamed Up to Buy Yen

A rundown of why Friday’s historic intervention in currency markets happened.

general  Aug 4, 2026

WSJ World News

Hormuz Opening Uncertain After New Strike, Hurdles in Talks

Talks to open the waterway were bogged down in a dispute over fees, clouding the outlook for the vital energy corridor.

general  Aug 4, 2026

BBC World

Guatemala volcano eruption sends lava spewing into the air

The Fuego stratovolcano is one of the most active in Central America and popular with hikers.

general  Aug 4, 2026

WSJ World News

Xi Wants a Strong-Looking Yuan. China’s Economy Keeps Holding It Down.

Plus, Beijing accelerates its buildup in space and a drone maker cleans 28 tons of waste from Mount Everest.

general  Aug 4, 2026

WSJ World News

Xi Wants a Strong-Looking Yuan. China’s Economy Keeps Holding It Down.

Plus, Beijing accelerates its buildup in space and a drone maker cleans 28 tons of waste from Mount Everest.

general  Aug 4, 2026

The Guardian

Dinghy carrying 157 people capsizes in Channel after engine catches fire

Passengers rescued by French and British vessels and some being taken to Boulogne-sur-Mer in FranceA dinghy carrying 157 people has capsized in the Channel after its engine caught fire at sea.They were rescued from the water by French vessels aided by two British Border Security Command boats and a RLNI lifeboat, and are being taken to Boulogne-sur-Mer, French authorities said. Continue reading...

general  Aug 4, 2026

The Guardian

Vote to take place on Blanche nomination after GOP senators drop opposition – US politics live

Trump’s former personal lawyer appears on track to become attorney general despite reservations over deal withdrawing ‘anti-weaponization fund’Critics denounce Blanche deal to halt Trump slush fundSign up for US Breaking News emailHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche appears on track to become the next US attorney general after two Republican senators drop their opposition to his nomination.Trump declined to call for Rep Max

general  Aug 4, 2026

BBC World

More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel

The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.

general  Aug 4, 2026

BBC World

Deadly landslide hits Ethiopia mountain monastery during prayer service

It sent rocks and earth crashing on to those praying at an overnight service, the authorities say.

general  Aug 4, 2026

The Guardian

Michigan votes in key Senate primary as Democrats battle over party’s future

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed leads in polls against centrist Haley Stevens as party looks to regain control of US SenateThe Democratic party faces a crucial test of its direction today as voters in the midwestern swing state of Michigan decide whether to nominate for US Senate a progressive candidate advocating for universal healthcare or an-establishment-backed moderate.The state’s Democratic primary is the latest high-profile battle over the party’s future, as it seeks to chart a course back to

general  Aug 4, 2026

The Guardian

Colombia’s elephant-costumed anti-corruption activist sworn in as senator

Luis Carlos Rúa revealed himself to be Elefante blanco just three days before election for ‘his own safety’. Now he is tackling graft from senate floorWhen 102 senators were sworn in for Colombia’s latest parliamentary session, they included 32 women, 69 men – and one cartoon elephant.He had some difficulty making his way down the narrow central aisle of Congress’s ceremonial chamber, weaving past fellow senators in sharply tailored suits and dresses, before taking the oath in his pot-bellied wh

general  Aug 4, 2026

NY Times World

Russia Turns Ukraine’s Gas Stations From Social Hubs Into Deadly Targets

Drone attacks have hit hundreds of gas stations in apparent retaliation for Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries.

general  Aug 4, 2026

BBC World

What is Trump Media's Truth API and why is it controversial?

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) has set up a paid service to give Wall Street firms access to Truth Social's most influential accounts.

general  Aug 4, 2026

BBC World

Arson arrest made over largest of Washington state's wildfires

There are three wildfires in the Spokane area that have forced 60,000 to be evacuated from their homes.

general  Aug 4, 2026

WSJ World News

Only the Bank of Japan Can Arrest the Yen’s Decline

Higher interest rates are needed to address a growing yield gap with the U.S.

general  Aug 4, 2026

WSJ World News

Only the Bank of Japan Can Arrest the Yen’s Decline

Higher interest rates are needed to address a growing yield gap with the U.S.

general  Aug 4, 2026

BBC World

Soldier kills four in gun rampage in Russian-occupied Crimea

The region's Moscow-installed governor says the gunman has been detained after firing at fellow soldiers and civilians.

general  Aug 4, 2026

BBC World

Moment pilot caught with 70,000 ecstasy pills at Indonesian airport

A Malaysian pilot was arrested at Jakarta airport after being found with around four stone (26kg) of drugs hidden in his luggage.

general  Aug 4, 2026