Smoke towers above Washington forests as firefighting continues
Aerial footage shows wildfire smoke over central and eastern Washington as helicopters drop water on forest fires while crews reinforce containment lines. Read more at Read More
Trump dismisses reports of munitions shortages, says US has ‘massive amounts’
The Washington Post reported that Trump demanded answers about the munitions shortages from Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth last Friday, when they attended a cabinet meeting at the Camp David presidential…
Australia politician Mark Parton admits texting ‘my job is boring’ during meeting
After initially denying the complaint in full as a “smear”, he told journalists on Thursday that he did send the text but denied that it was to a sex worker.…
Hiroshima marks 81 years since atomic bombing as mayor deplores pursuit of nuclear weapons
Survivors have expressed frustration and worry over growing support for the possession of nuclear weapons for deterrence by the international community, including Japan. Read more at Read More
Myanmar ex-junta chief seeks political legitimacy on first Thailand trip as civilian leader
Fighting between Myanmar’s military and myriad rebel factions has spilled over the long border with Thailand, which hosts millions of refugees from Myanmar. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | August 6th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 6th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
IDF to continue to ‘operate proactively’ in Gaza, military chief says
The statement came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had not agreed to a US-backed plan for Gaza. Read more at Read More
Leftist Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeats establishment candidate in shock Michigan primary victory
Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in the wing state of Michigan comes as the Democratic party struggles to define itself in the Trump era. Read more at Read More
Iran and Oman agree route for ships in Strait of Hormuz, Tehran says
Tehran has announced that Iran and Oman have agreed on the geographic route for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that the US was not involved in the agreement.…
Latest news bulletin | August 5th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 5th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…