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Russia Says Its HIV Rates Are Falling. Experts Aren’t So Sure.
Experts warn that official statistics conceal a public health crisis that has only worsened amid the Ukraine war.
Uganda team manager has 'no idea' why boxers have disappeared
Commonwealth Games chef de mission Godwin Kayangwe says he hopes the athletes will return home before their visas expire in October.
Kim Yo Jong Warns Japan Over First Tomahawk Missile Test
The powerful sister of North Korea’s leader said Japan’s preemptive attack capability is entering the “stage of the actual act.”
Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia
Assassination attempt demonstrates Ukraine’s ability to continue clandestine operations deep inside Russian territoryEurope live – latest updatesThe head of a leading Russian dron…
Italy to place all 27 of its major cities on highest heat alert
Move comes as fourth heatwave of summer intensifies, edging temperatures in some areas close to 40CItaly is to place all of its 27 major cities, from Trieste in the north to Paler…
U.S. missile stockpiles dwindle. And, FDA weighs approval of flu shots with mRNA tech
The U.S. Army's missile stockpile is dwindling and could take years to replenish. And, the Food and Drug Administration is deciding whether to approve a flu vaccine with mRNA tech…
Putin Announces Reshuffling of Top Military Leadership
The president appointed new operational commanders in Ukraine, a unified logistics chief and a head for the newly established drone warfare branch.
Drone found at German airport after cargo plane collides with object mid-air
Investigators looking into whether incidents at Leipzig are linked after DHL plane forced to make emergency landingA DHL cargo plane was forced to make an emergency landing after …
Pakistan restricts international media reporting
Anyone working for foreign media, including Pakistanis, will now need permission to report from anywhere outside three major cities.
What can scientists learn from a stray SpaceX rocket hitting the Moon?
While the collision was an accident, it is a unique scientific gift for planetary geologists that could provide important data for future space missions.
Why Asia Is More Enthusiastic About AI Than the West
In China, India, much of Southeast Asia, and elsewhere in Asia, the net benefits of AI are perceived by populations to be greater than their drawbacks.
Mexican influencer shot dead during livestream
César Gastélum, who was known for comedy and lifestyle posts, was killed at close range by a man on a motorbike.
15 Months After Massacre at Pahalgam, Terrorists Target Non-local Civilians Again in Kashmir
Two laborers from central India were shot dead at a brick kiln in Kulgam in the Kashmir valley on July 31.
Russian missile and drone barrage in Ukrainian capital region kills 17
Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed 17 people and wounded 44 others overnight into Wednesday, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Progressives and moderate Democrats both see wins in primary races while Trump flexes power over GOP
Everyone got a little bit of what they wanted in Tuesday's primary elections. It was a good night for the Democratic establishment, the progressives and Republican candidates endo…
Let’s call Trump’s approach to Iran what it is: kindergarten diplomacy | Moustafa Bayoumi
Amid stop-and-start threats and with a divided staff, it’s clear Trump has no idea how to end a war that shouldn’t have begunOn Thursday, 23 July, after weeks of escalating attack…
Former European and Russian Officials Held Secret Talks in Austria – Bloomberg
The Western figures included former British national security adviser Tim Barrow, former German State Secretary Markus Ederer and veteran French diplomat Pierre Vimont, sources to…
Nicotine pouches can be marketed as 'lower risk' than cigarettes. Is that dangerous?
The FDA allowed some Zyn nicotine pouches to be marketed as "lower risk" than cigarettes. Public health experts agree they can help current smokers, but worry young people may bec…
House Ethics Committee opens investigation into Ohio Republican Max Miller
The House Ethics Committee has opened an investigation into Rep. Max Miller, after the Ohio Republican asked for a probe of the domestic abuse allegations that have swirled around…
Despite political headwinds, Republicans have some structural advantages in midterms
While Republicans face political headwinds in this fall's midterm elections, the party also maintains important structural advantages that could help them preserve their majoritie…
FSB Arrests Kaluga Man Accused of Plotting Attack on Military Enlistment Office
Russian law enforcement officials claimed the man was acting on orders from Ukrainian military intelligence.
Russian strike kills at least 17 as Zelensky says interceptors could have saved lives
The Russia defence ministry said it had struck logistics hubs and supply centres in Kyiv and the surrounding region.
Zelenskyy rails at lack of anti-missile defences amid deadly Russian attack on Kyiv – Europe live
Ukrainian president tells allies that anti-ballistic measures could have saved lives as at least 17 die and more than 40 are injured in huge attackUkraine’s foreign minister Andri…
Appalachia's black lung rates highest in nearly 50 years as miners' protections stall
Rates are now as bad as the 1970s, with thousands of miners sick and dying. Mining experts blame toxic silica dust, now more common in mines.