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China’s new ambassador to Australia, Liu Jinsong, has urged Canberra to respect Beijing’s “core interests and major concerns” as he begins his posting. Liu, a veteran diplomat, said the two countries had no fundamental conflicts of interest, despite strained ties over security and regional military activity.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to double tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts, and steel to 50% starting January 1, 2027, escalating a trade conflict following the collapse of bilateral negotiations. Canada has vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation, with both sides blaming each other for the breakdown.
The Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-member squad for the three-match T20I series against India in New Delhi, with Ibrahim Zadran set to lead. The return of fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq after a shoulder injury headlines the squad, which also includes recalls for Gulbadin Naib and a maiden call-up for Noor Rahman.
According to the Henley Passport Index, South African passport holders can travel to 101 destinations without a prior visa. The ranking places the country 50th or 96th globally, depending on the report, with regional highlights across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman, chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F), criticized Army Chief Asim Munir at a Peshawar convention, invoking the 1971 surrender to warn of potential territorial changes. He urged the military to respect Parliament and take off its uniform if it wants politics.
AfD co-leader Alice Weidel has pledged to restore permanent border controls, withdraw from the Schengen system, and eventually leave the euro if her party comes to power. Speaking ahead of key state elections, she also predicted the AfD would govern in Saxony-Anhalt and at the federal level, while attacking the CDU's refusal to cooperate with her party.
Rep. Seth Moulton, a Democrat challenging incumbent Sen. Ed Markey in the Massachusetts Senate primary, argues the world has moved on while Markey runs the same campaign as six years ago. Moulton critiques Markey's views on AI regulation and his use of campaign funds, while defending his own record on Afghanistan.
Two police officers and five men were killed in a wrong-way crash on the A66 near Middlesbrough. The UK government has urged social media companies to remove videos of dangerous driving, and footage has emerged appearing to show one of the men killed driving recklessly.
East Delhi Riders defeated Central Delhi Queens by 19 runs in the women's Delhi Premier League 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Pragya Rawat and Simran Bahadur starred with the bat, while Purva Siwach took four wickets. Deeksha Sharma's 86 went in vain for the Queens.
Central Delhi Kings beat West Delhi Lions by 21 runs in the Delhi Premier League, posting 232/8 before restricting their opponents to 211/8. Money Grewal's 42 off 16 balls set up the win, while a 59-run stand from Krish Yadav and Ankit Kumar kept the chase alive.
China has unveiled plans for a massive ring road spanning over 25,000km along its land borders and coastline, aiming to boost development and national unity. The project, set for completion by 2030, will pass through regions with large ethnic-minority populations and faces geopolitical and ecological challenges.
President Trump's 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian imports took effect Saturday after last-minute negotiations failed, prompting Prime Minister Mark Carney to announce dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs. U.S. politicians, including at least one Republican, warn the escalating feud will raise costs and damage relations.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar downplayed the relevance of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, questioning what it had achieved amid 'live military situations' facing each signatory. India says it will factor the pact into its security calculus, while analysts debate whether the agreement is a genuine defensive alliance or a reaction to waning US security guarantees.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Russia on August 23-24, meeting President Vladimir Putin and conveying PM Modi's personal communication. Discussions covered economic cooperation, upcoming summits, and regional issues, with both sides highlighting growing ties and setting the stage for future engagements.
A federal judge in New York ruled that the Trump administration's suspension of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries was unlawful, exceeding Secretary of State Marco Rubio's authority. The ruling vacates the policy and sets aside visa denials based solely on it, with the government likely to appeal.
The UN says two of its Afghan staff members detained in Herat on August 9 have been released in good health. The mission is still seeking details on the reasons for their arrest and detention.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to relocate to the UK with their children by the end of the month, a move widely seen as prompted by King Charles III's health and a desire for family reconciliation. However, reports indicate Prince William remains deeply hurt and unwilling to forgive, and public opinion polls show limited support for the couple's return.
Portugal's president has enacted a law prohibiting face coverings in public, a measure widely seen as targeting Muslim women. The law, dubbed the 'burqa law' by local media, was passed with the support of the right-wing coalition and far-right parties, drawing criticism from left-wing parties who warn of Islamophobia risks.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to relocate to the UK later this month with their children, but questions over security, royal family reactions, and how long the stay will last dominate coverage. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says their security is a private matter, while some tabloids report sources suggesting the move may be temporary.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani concluded a two-day visit to Pakistan, marking the first such trip in nearly two decades. The visit produced proposals for a joint business council and investment forum, as well as reaffirmations of political and defence cooperation.