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US set for largest mass visa revocation, targeting up to 200,000 foreigners

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to revoke business and tourist visas for up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are seeking asylum in the United States, in what would be the largest single mass revocation in U.S. history. State Department documents obtained by the Associated Press and confirmed by officials indicate the action, coordinated with the Department of Homeland Security, could be announced in the coming weeks.

29 outlets · 30 articles 12h ago

What Time is WWE Raw Tonight, Aug. 24? Reason for Early Start

WWE Raw aired live from Ottawa with an unusual 6 p.m. start due to a double-taping. The show featured Stephanie Vaquer defeating Roxanne Perez, a contract signing for a title match, and the semifinals of the World Heavyweight Championship No. 1 Contender Tournament.

2 outlets · 2 articles 16h ago

Arabica Coffee Price Presses the Flag amid Harvest Delays and Low Inventories

Arabica coffee prices surged to a 6.75-month high, supported by a slower-than-usual Brazilian harvest and tight ICE inventories. Concerns over Colombia's post-earthquake export recovery and El Niño weather risks added upward pressure on the market.

2 outlets · 2 articles 17h ago

U.S. strikes another boat in Eastern Pacific as death toll tops 210 in anti-cartel war

The US military carried out a strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people accused of drug trafficking, the first such attack in about two months. The death toll in the nearly year-long campaign against suspected drug boats has surpassed 210, and the Trump administration is seeking to extend the offensive onto land in Latin America despite criticism and questions over evidence.

14 outlets · 16 articles 20h ago

Facebook, TikTok promoted Colombian armed groups' content to recruit children: NGO

A Human Rights Watch report says Colombian armed groups are recruiting children, including for drone warfare, and that social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok have failed to prevent or sometimes promoted such content. At least 1,500 children have been recruited since 2021, with nearly half being Indigenous.

3 outlets · 3 articles 21h ago

Corn rockets to 3-year high as traders eye lower U.S. production

Chicago corn futures surged to a three-year high after the Pro Farmer Crop Tour projected a U.S. corn crop well below USDA forecasts, citing adverse summer weather. Wheat rose on Black Sea disruptions, while soybeans slipped despite strong export demand.

2 outlets · 5 articles 1d ago

Syria FM meets Mossad chief in Jordan: sources

Syria confirmed US-mediated talks with Israel in Jordan on Sunday, marking the first high-level contact in months. The meeting aimed to ease tensions after Israeli strikes and address mechanisms to prevent further conflict. Sources said Foreign Minister Assad al-Shaibani met with Mossad chief Roman Gofman, though the meeting was not officially confirmed.

3 outlets · 3 articles 1d ago

Landfill collapse kills at least 22 in Guinea as rescuers search for survivors

A landfill collapse in Conakry, Guinea, has killed at least 30 people, according to the government, with heavy rains triggering the disaster at the Dar Es Salam dump. Rescuers are searching for survivors, and officials had planned to close the site the same day.

1 outlet · 1 article 1d ago

Why are there suddenly so many devastating earthquakes?

A series of major earthquakes across the globe this summer has raised questions about whether seismic activity is increasing. But experts say the recent quakes are within normal variation, noting that the number of major temblors this year is actually below the annual average. The destruction they cause is more about location than frequency.

2 outlets · 3 articles 1d ago

US judge strikes down Trump immigrant visa ban affecting 75 countries

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.

27 outlets · 28 articles 3d ago

Peru: Strong earthquake shakes southern Andes

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake hit Peru's southern Andes on Thursday, injuring at least two people and damaging homes, health centers, and schools, according to authorities. The quake, centered near Upahuacho in the Ayacucho region, was felt across several regions including Lima. The Peruvian Navy ruled out a tsunami threat.

5 outlets · 5 articles 4d ago

Landslide kills 13 at illegal gold mine in Colombia’s southwest

At least 13 people died and seven were injured in a landslide at an illegal gold mine in Colombia's Narino department, with authorities attributing the collapse to mining activity. The incident comes days after a powerful earthquake struck the country.

2 outlets · 2 articles 4d ago

Trump shows off White House renovations and ornate new helipad

President Trump led reporters on a tour of new White House construction, including a granite driveway and helipad, while the U.S. faces a record $40 trillion debt and ongoing war with Iran. Critics, including Sen. Jon Ossoff, accuse Trump of prioritizing construction over presidential duties.

2 outlets · 2 articles 5d ago

Mossad director, Syria foreign minister discussed Turkish military presence before strikes

Syria and Israel held high-level, US-mediated talks in Jordan on Sunday aimed at easing tensions after recent Israeli strikes, with discussions focused on halting attacks and reviving security negotiations. Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said Syria expects talks to resume soon despite a lack of trust, while reports of a separate meeting between al-Shaibani and Mossad chief Roman Gofman surfaced.

13 outlets · 20 articles 5d ago

Aid workers under fire as drones reshape warfare

The UN reports that 907 aid workers were victims of violence in 2025, with 350 killed, as armed drones increasingly target humanitarian operations in conflict zones. Gaza remains the deadliest context for the third consecutive year, with 186 aid workers killed.

3 outlets · 4 articles 6d ago

The 15 Countries With the Most Forest in 2025, Ranked

Russia holds the world's largest forest area with 833 million hectares, followed by Brazil, Canada, the U.S. and China. India ranks ninth with 73 million hectares, while eight American nations feature among the top 15, which together account for nearly three-quarters of global forests.

2 outlets · 2 articles 6d ago

US calls Israeli strike on Syrian air base 'unnecessary escalation'

Israel's fresh strike on a northern Syrian air base sparked a rare public rift with Washington's special envoy, Tom Barrack, who called the earlier attack an 'unnecessary escalation'. Israel's defence minister rejected his claims, but the incident has exposed tensions over Syria's new government and Turkey's role.

7 outlets · 10 articles 6d ago

'We won the war, won diplomacy': Araghchi says Iran pushed US war so it could control ceasefire

Iran's foreign minister said Tehran pushed the war with the US to force a ceasefire on its own terms, claiming victory in both war and diplomacy. Meanwhile, Egypt seeks to revive US-Iran talks, France and Saudi Arabia plan alternative trade routes, and the US warns of unprecedented economic pressure.

6 outlets · 6 articles Aug 18

Colombia quake search continues, aid effort expands

Search teams in western Colombia are increasingly turning to recovery work nearly a week after a powerful earthquake struck, while the government and private sector mobilize a large-scale aid effort. President Abelardo De La Espriella met with business leaders to secure commitments on mortgages and donations, with private contributions surpassing 2 trillion pesos.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 17

Lula holds slim lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil election

Recent polls show a tight race between Brazil's President Lula and challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, with the president holding a slim but narrowing lead. The campaign is marked by controversies, economic concerns, and questions about both candidates' fitness for office.

2 outlets · 2 articles Aug 15