Cuban fuel depot fire spreads to third tank

Published: 2022-08-10 08:22:20 UTC

[BBC News] A fire which started after lighting struck a oil depot in Matanzas, Cuba, continues to spread.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 168

Published: 2022-08-10 07:45:58 UTC

[Al Jazeera English] As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 168th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Ukraine war latest: Shelling overnight kills at least 12, Ukrainians say

Published: 2022-08-10 07:22:29 UTC

[BBC News] The governor of Dnipropetrovsk region says 11 people were killed there, while another died in Zaporizhzhia.

Russia-Ukraine live news: Dnipropetrovsk attacks kill 13 people

Published: 2022-08-10 07:05:27 UTC

[Al Jazeera English] Central region’s governor says overnight attacks occurred across the Dnieper river from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.

Severe flood damage in South Korea’s Seoul after record rains

Published: 2022-08-10 06:14:07 UTC

[Al Jazeera English] At least nine people killed and thousands of homes damaged after South Korean capital hit by heaviest rain in a century.

Compromise or cut loose? China labour watchdogs’ tough choice

Published: 2022-08-10 06:00:13 UTC

[Al Jazeera English] The Better Cotton Initiative faced scrutiny over its work after partnering with Chinese firm accused of rights abuses.

With Tesla stock sale Musk cashes up for Twitter

Published: 2022-08-10 05:54:42 UTC

[Al Jazeera English] Tesla chief sold nearly $7bn worth of shares to avoid an emergency sale in case he is forced to complete Twitter deal.

In China, Higher Consumer Inflation Masks Weak Demand

Published: 2022-08-10 05:47:00 UTC

[The Wall Street Journal] Consumer prices rose 2.7% in July, the highest level in two years, though stripping out surging energy and food prices suggests slowing underlying growth.

Europe's Low Water Levels Threaten Rhine River, Hit $80B Trade Lifeline

Published: 2022-08-10 04:01:00 UTC

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Poland's Gain, Ukraine's Loss: A Hot Job Market Welcomes Refugees

Published: 2022-08-10 04:01:00 UTC

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Italy's Center-Left Wants to Avenge Draghi's Ouster But Can't Hold Together

Published: 2022-08-10 04:00:00 UTC

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France whale: Rescue operation begins to save beluga stuck in Seine

Published: 2022-08-10 03:22:20 UTC

[BBC News] Divers, vets and police are involved in moving the ailing beluga whale from the Seine to the sea.

Ukraine war must end with liberation of Crimea – Zelensky

Published: 2022-08-10 03:07:19 UTC

[BBC News] Ukraine's president devotes nightly address to Crimea after explosions rock a Russian airbase there.

Trump-backed Michels wins in Wis.; Omar survives close primary in Minn.

Published: 2022-08-10 02:57:38 UTC

[The Washington Post] The GOP primary in Wisconsin and Democratic race in Minnesota were among several Tuesday contests in four states highlighting internal divisions

Democrat Barnes Wins Wisconsin Primary to Challenge Republican Sen. Ron Johnson

Published: 2022-08-10 02:21:00 UTC

[The Wall Street Journal] Voters in three other states—Minnesota, Connecticut and Vermont—on Tuesday also voted in intraparty contests to pick competitors for November’s election.

Elon Musk Sells Nearly $7 Billion Worth of Tesla Stock

Published: 2022-08-10 02:06:00 UTC

[The Wall Street Journal] The stock sales come just months after the billionaire said he wasn’t planning to sell additional shares in the company.

Indonesian mothers fight for medical marijuana for their children

Published: 2022-08-10 01:48:39 UTC

[Al Jazeera English] The women say the drug eases the pain of their children with conditions such as cerebral palsy and should be legal.

Disney’s Streaming Strategy, Theme Park Outlook Face Investor Scrutiny

Published: 2022-08-10 01:41:00 UTC

[The Wall Street Journal] As the world’s largest entertainment company prepares its quarterly update, CEO Bob Chapek is also likely to weigh in on a new slate of Marvel movies and plans for Star Wars.

Nebraska woman charged with helping daughter have abortion

Published: 2022-08-10 00:11:38 UTC

[Associated Press] OMAHA, Nebraska (AP) — A Nebraska woman has been charged with helping her teenage daughter end her pregnancy at about 24 weeks after investigators uncovered Facebook messages in which the two discussed using medication to induce an abortion and plans to burn …

Ex-inmates reveal details of Russia prison torture scandal

Published: 2022-08-09 23:52:23 UTC

[BBC News] Former prisoners expose how and why rape is being used as a weapon inside Russian jails.