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Protests in Kyiv back ex-defence minister Fedorov’s call for elections

Ukrainians in Kyiv held a protest in support of ousted defence Minister Mykailo Fedorov.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Violence in the New Syria?

The death of Syrian White Helmets rescuer Mohammad Ghamira after an alleged police beating has sparked protests.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Trump nominates Heidi Overton to lead US Food and Drug Administration

Former think tank policy officer Heidi Overton to lead FDA in a controversial push to reshape US health regulations.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Zambian opposition leader to challenge election result in ⁠court

Opposition leader claims 'serious irregularities' in the vote that handed President Hakainde Hichilema a second term.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Iran’s hardline parliament raises concerns with ‘foreign infiltration’ plan

Citizens and entities would have to seek authorisation to contact universities or talk to foreign media.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Canada pledges $50m aid to Lebanon and condemns Israeli ‘unlawful invasion’

Canada official condemns Israel's 'invasion' of Lebanon, calls for sovereignty as aid pledged to the crisis-hit nation.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Kennedy Center board says it won’t try to immediately restore Trump’s name

Opponents argue the venue seems 'intent on defying' a court order to remove the president's name from the building.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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In new filings, Kennedy Center says it won't try to put Trump's name on facade until Sept. 8

Lawyers for Rep. Joyce Beatty asked a judge to rule speedily on the complex's renovation and entrance tarp. The National Symphony Orchestra also announced its new season, away from the Kennedy Center.

NPR News · 19 Aug 2026
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Brazil bus crash kills at least 23 and injures five in Parana state

The bus was travelling to hospitals near Curitiba when the accident occurred.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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NATO ‘prepared’ to defend allies amid report of Iranian strike plans

NATO says it will 'do what is necessary' amid media report Iran considered strikes against US targets in Europe.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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US Department of Justice defends prosecution of Comey over seashell post

The ex-FBI chief faces accusations of transmitting threats and exploiting controversy to market his upcoming novel.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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North Korea leader’s sister denies talks with ‘hostile’ US

US President Donald Trump claimed North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had responded positively to his proposal for talks.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Hamas condemns ‘new war crime’ as Israel kills 10 in crowded Gaza hubs

Israeli air strikes on Gaza kill 10 Palestinians, targeting police headquarters and a refugee camp in separate attacks.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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US pressure on Israel needed for peace in Syria

With Israeli elections approaching, analysts say Netanyahu needs a new escalation, undermining deconfliction efforts.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Why Aitana's 'Superestrella' is the surprise Latin hit song of the summer

The escapist hit from singer Aitana has swept most of the Spanish-language world.

NPR News · 19 Aug 2026
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US and Canada reach ‘very fair’ trade agreement, Trump says

New trade deal ensures no tariffs for US farmers and businesses exporting to Canada, Trump announces

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Why extreme heat is much more dangerous for the elderly than we realised

Human heat tolerance limits are lower than previously thought, and age is a major risk, Stanford researchers say.

Al Jazeera · 19 Aug 2026
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Why does the U.S. military seem stymied in the war with Iran?

Defense analyst Stacie Pettyjohn says while the U.S. military is facing long-range missile shortages, prolonged deployments and vacated regional bases, Iran is building cheaper weapons quickly.

NPR News · 19 Aug 2026
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