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Russia-Ukraine war: Western weaponry fuels Ukraine's advance

On Wednesday, Ukrainian soldiers moved deeper into the Kursk region of Russia, claiming that their advances would create a strategic buffer to shield its border regions from Russian aggression.

Columbia University president resigns after antisemitic protests on campus

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned on Wednesday (Aug 14), nearly four months after the university's handling of campus protests over Israel's war in Gaza drew criticism from pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian sides alike.

Military, NATO bases in Germany sealed off after suspected sabotage

A NATO air base in Geilenkirchen, Germany, about 622 km west of Berlin, was sealed off on Wednesday (August 14) due to a suspected sabotage incident, according to a spokesperson from the German military’s Territorial Command in Berlin.

Donald Trump's 'doublespeak': Former US President flip-flops on early and mail-in voting

On Wednesday, former president Donald Trump cast his ballot early in the Florida Republican primary at a polling place close to his Palm Beach residence.

BREAKING | US Vice Presidential candidates Tim Walz, JD Vance agree to October 1 debate

Both vice Presidential picks Tim Walz and JD Vance have agreed for a debate on 1st of October it will be hosted by CBS news in New York City. Watch in for more details!

Miss South Africa contender to run in Nigeria show after nationality row

A would-be Miss South Africa who quit the pageant amid a row over her nationality said in a video Thursday she has agreed to run for the Miss Universe Nigeria title.

Premier League: Spurs suspend Yves Bissouma over laughing gas video, confirms manager Ange Postecoglou

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou said midfielder Yves Bissouma has been suspended for Monday's trip to Leicester after he was seen inhaling laughing gas in a video on social media.

Bangladesh Tribunal begins 'Genocide' probe against Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina

Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal has started an investigation against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and nine others on charges of genocide and crimes against humanity that took place from July 15 to August 5 during the students' mass movement against her government.

Bangladeshis observe National Mourning Day, interim government cancels holiday

The interim government of Bangladesh has announced that August 15 will not be observed as a national holiday, but instead will be marked as National Mourning Day to commemorate the assassination of the country's founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

‘Russians were unarmed, having coffee,’ Ukrainian soldier recounts moment they invaded Kursk

New details have emerged around Ukraine’s ongoing offensive deep inside Russian territory, throwing light on the extent of unpreparedness of President Vladimir Putin’s regime.

Trump and Netanyahu hold talks amid hostage-truce deal in Gaza

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump spoke on the phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Aug 14) and discussed the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, Axios reported, citing two US sources.

Sunita Williams, Buch Wilmore could be stuck in space for eight months: NASA

NASA on Wednesday (August 14) addressed a press conference on Sunita Williams and Barry 'Butch' Wilmore, the two astronauts who are currently stuck on the International Space Station (ISS).

Paris Olympics: You don't need a gold medal...' - PM Modi, Bindra react to Vinesh Phogat's disqualification

On Wednesday (Aug 7), India suffered a huge blow as wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified ahead of her gold medal match in the women's 50kg freestyle wrestling final at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024 edition.

Independence Day 2024: Indian PM Modi inspects guard of honour at Red Fort

Ahead of his speech on the 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspected the Guard of Honour at Red Fort. The Guard Of Honour contingent for the PM consists of one officer and 24 personnel each from the Army, Air Force and Delhi Police.

Independence Day 2024: Indian PM Modi hoists national flag and addresses nation from Red Fort

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun addressing the nation from Red Fort on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day. Before address, he hoisted the national flag at Red Fort.

Kylian Mbappe scores on debut as Real Madrid ease past Atalanta to win European Super Cup

France striker Kylian Mbappe scored on his debut as Real Madrid outclassed Atalanta 2-0 to win the European Super Cup on Wednesday. Uruguayan Federico Valverde put the European champions ahead after 59 minutes from close range and Mbappe fired the ball into the top corner from Jude Bellingham's pass to double the advantage nine minutes later.

Matthew Perry's death: Arrest made in connection with Friends actors' ketamine death

A new update has emerged on actor Matthew Perry's ketamine death. On Thursday, it was reported an arrest had been made in connection with Perry's overdose death in 2023, law enforcement sources confirmed to NBC News.

Top seeds Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek survive challenges from Cincinnati qualifiers

Cincinnati Masters top seeds Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek both secured opening triumphs Wednesday over qualifiers, with Swiatek forced to escape an attempted second-round ambush by France's Varvara Gracheva.

Independence Day 2024: PM Modi arrives at Red Fort, to hoist India's national flag

India is celebrating it's 78th Independence day today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at the Red Fort, New Delhi where He will hoist the national flag.