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Ghent University has suspended Nathan Cofnas, the American academic who accused the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday of plagiarism, pending a preliminary disciplinary investigation into allegations of discrimination. The suspension comes amid a weeks-long controversy that preceded Arday's death, which has sparked vigils and criticism of media coverage.
The Justice Department has petitioned the Supreme Court to lift an injunction halting construction of a $400 million White House ballroom, citing national security needs. The request follows an appeals court ruling that Congress must approve the project, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation's lawsuit challenges the demolition and construction.
The Pentagon has circulated a questionnaire to NATO allies asking whether they have publicly supported US foreign policy priorities, as part of a review that could reduce American forces in Europe. The document, obtained by Al Jazeera, also inquires about restrictions on US base access and alignment with the 'NATO 3.0' concept, prompting concerns among allies and former officials about politicizing military posture.
National Geographic Signature with G Adventures is adding 17 new itineraries, bringing its total to 67 trips across 48 destinations. The expansion responds to traveller demand for immersive, value-aligned experiences, and each departure includes National Geographic Expedition Experts and a dedicated Expedition Leader.
At an APEC digital technology and AI forum in Chengdu, ministers issued a statement supporting open-source AI models, a rare consensus in a field often framed as a US-China contest. Across Asia, governments and start-ups are building on open Chinese systems, attracted by lower costs and local data control.
The US Treasury paid its highest borrowing costs in a quarter of a century at its latest 30-year bond auction, as investors demanded a heavy premium on long-term government debt over inflation and fiscal concerns. A Treasury plan to double bond buybacks gave markets a brief reprieve, but yields quickly climbed again. Stocks were mixed globally, while the White House pressed an economic campaign against Iran.
Beijing has called on Washington to withdraw planned tariffs of up to 100% on imported drones, warning of harm to Chinese companies and global supply chains. The US, citing national security, signed a proclamation on August 13 imposing the duties, with rates capped at 15% for several allies and 10% for Britain.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum said Colombia refused entry to a Mexican military rescue team, while Colombia denied excluding any country and cited certification requirements. The dispute unfolded as international aid flowed into Colombia following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that killed at least 273 people.
The USS George Washington has arrived in the Middle East to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln from its record deployment, as reports of poor conditions aboard the Lincoln spark a heated dispute between officials, families, and lawmakers. While CENTCOM and Navy leaders defend the crew's resilience, families and senators demand answers over food shortages, mental health concerns, and the toll of more than 250 days at sea.
The Kennedy Center board voted to add Trump’s name to the facade in a new configuration, prompting a lawsuit from Rep. Joyce Beatty and a Justice Department warning that the building may need demolition if renovations are blocked. The center has agreed to pause changes until Sept. 8, but critics say the delay is a pretext.
The White House released a report accusing dozens of countries of enabling China's shadow transshipment network and announced an AI-powered border detection system to combat tariff evasion. Estimates suggest up to $75 billion in goods were illegally transshipped, with significant tariff revenue losses. Skeptics question whether the new enforcement tool will address underlying trade imbalances.
The European Commission approved €6.1 billion in new defence funding for Ukraine as part of a €90 billion loan, aiming to bolster air and missile defence systems. The decision comes as Ukraine faces a severe budget shortfall and a critical shortage of Patriot interceptors, with internal EU debates over procurement flexibility.
A first-person account from a Times of Israel journalist reveals the confusion and fear aboard Air Force One as President Trump secretly switched planes due to a reported Iranian threat, while the Los Angeles Times defends the security protocols against partisan criticism.
China's Commerce Ministry has rejected a US report accusing its exporters of routing goods through third countries to avoid tariffs, calling it an exercise in unilateralism and protectionism. The report, which estimates transshipment values between $40 billion and $303 billion, also claims significant job and GDP losses, though it notes these are model-based illustrations.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee condemned as 'terror' a settler siege on Palestinian homes near Nablus, including one owned by a US citizen. His remarks are notable given his past support for settlements, while UN and Israeli data show rising settler violence in the West Bank.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday that Tehran received 'numerous messages' from neighboring countries seeking new regional security arrangements, though he did not name any nations. The remarks come as Washington prepares to announce what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called the 'toughest sanctions in history' against Iran.
President Trump asserts the US has 'total control' of the Strait of Hormuz, pledging to keep it, while Iran is described as 'shot' with 'no money.' Yet independent tracking data and official counts suggest traffic remains far below pre-war levels, and analysts dispute the administration's figures.
Venezuela's interim government and opposition representatives concluded a first round of US-backed talks in Caracas, agreeing to reform the judiciary and seek access to frozen funds for earthquake recovery. The opposition delegation, led by Dinorah Figuera, also compared the interim government to Nicaragua's administration.
A Pentagon review has determined that US strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen in 2025 killed 153 civilians and wounded 243 others, a sharp rise from 2024. The deadliest single attack, at Ras Isa fuel port, killed 80 people. The review, reported by Al Jazeera and TASS, comes amid ongoing fallout from the US air campaign.
Teenage Socceroo Lucas Herrington has completed a move to Premier League side Hull City, signing a five-year contract. The transfer fee remains undisclosed, though earlier reports suggested a figure between $35 million and $38 million, which would have set a record for an Australian player.