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US justice department defends prosecution of James Comey over ‘8647’ seashell post

The US Justice Department has defended its prosecution of former FBI director James Comey over a social media post showing seashells arranged to read '8647', arguing in court filings that the post could be read as a threat against President Donald Trump. Prosecutors said the decision to indict Comey was made by a local US attorney without direction from senior leadership, while Comey's lawyers and PEN America argue the post was protected speech.

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Iran warns Gulf nations against helping US as UAE halts trade ties

Iran's armed forces warned Gulf countries on Wednesday against assisting the U.S. military, hours after the United Arab Emirates announced it was halting all trade and financial dealings with Iran following an alleged missile attack. The UAE accused Iran of firing two ballistic missiles at its territory on Tuesday, a claim Tehran denied. The escalation comes amid a broader U.S.-Iran conflict centered on the Strait of Hormuz, with oil prices rising above $90 per barrel.

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Sabalenka cruises through as Medvedev falls to Nakashima at Cincinnati Open

Frances Tiafoe ended Brandon Nakashima's run to reach the Cincinnati Open final, where he will face Arthur Fils. Aryna Sabalenka's form worries continue after a surprise loss to Sara Bejlek, while Coco Gauff advanced to the women's final.

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Trump scales back joint military drills between South Korea and US

The US and South Korea have ended their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises about a week early after President Donald Trump ordered the drills scaled back, citing his relationship with Kim Jong Un. The move drew criticism from North Korea and raised questions in Seoul about its implications for the alliance.

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Donald Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canadian goods for three days

U.S. President Donald Trump paused the rollout of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods for three days, announcing the reprieve on Truth Social and citing a potential deal. The pause comes after negotiations collapsed over the weekend, with both sides blaming each other for the breakdown.

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US, Canada reach deal that pauses 50% tariffs, Trump says

The US and Canada have reached a tentative trade deal, prompting President Trump to pause planned 50% tariffs on Canadian goods for three days. Negotiators are finalising details, with both leaders expressing optimism despite unresolved issues.

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US, South Korea cut short joint drills after Trump criticism

The United States and South Korea have agreed to end their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise about a week early, following President Trump's order to scale back the drills. North Korea's Kim Yo-jong dismissed the reduction as insignificant, while political reactions in Seoul have deepened domestic divisions and tensions with Pyongyang.

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South Korean and US militaries shorten drills by about half after Trump ordered a reduction

The Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise between the US and South Korea ended six days early on Friday after President Trump ordered a substantial reduction, citing cost and the message it sent to North Korea. The move, seen as a conciliatory gesture, drew a cool response from Pyongyang and raised concerns among experts about defense readiness.

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Trump pauses 50pc tariffs on Canadian goods for three days as both sides signal broader trade agreement

Trade negotiations between the US and Canada collapsed at the last minute, triggering 50% US tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs, matching the US measures 'dollar for dollar', set to take effect on September 8.

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Liberia agrees to take 1,200 deportees from U.S.

Six people deported by the U.S. to Liberia refused to get off the plane and were instead flown to Equatorial Guinea, where they are held in a hotel without medical staff and face deteriorating conditions, according to a fellow deportee and a lawyer.

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UAE imposes indefinite trade embargo on Iran over alleged missile attacks

The United Arab Emirates has halted all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran indefinitely, accusing Iranian forces of firing two ballistic missiles at its territory. Iran denied the allegation, calling it a 'false flag operation' by the US and Israel, as tensions continue to disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and keep energy prices elevated.

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US unions sue over new visa rule for foreign students, journalists

A coalition of US unions and higher-education groups has filed a lawsuit seeking to block a Department of Homeland Security rule that would cap how long foreign students, exchange visitors, and journalists can stay without extensions. The rule, set to take effect September 15, has prompted universities to urge students to return early, while a federal court hearing is scheduled for September 3.

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Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canada for 3 days

U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods took effect Saturday after negotiations collapsed, prompting Canada to promise 'dollar for dollar' retaliation. The escalating trade war casts a shadow over a major investment summit in Toronto next month, where leaders will pitch Canada to global investors amid uncertainty.

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US, Canada agree deal that pauses 50% tariffs, Trump says

Trade negotiations between the US and Canada collapsed late Friday, prompting President Trump to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian goods and Prime Minister Carney to promise dollar-for-dollar retaliation. A leaked recording reportedly captures Vice President Vance mocking Carney, while both sides trade blame over last-minute demands.

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Trump picks White House adviser Heidi Overton to run FDA, source says

President Donald Trump has announced his nomination of Dr. Heidi Overton, a White House domestic policy aide, to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Overton, a physician with a background in conservative health policy, would need Senate confirmation to replace Marty Makary, who resigned in May. The pick has drawn praise from anti-abortion groups and skepticism from some lawmakers over her stances on vaccines and abortion pills.

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Canada seeks to avert new US tariffs as deadline looms

Fresh US tariffs on Canadian goods took effect at midnight Saturday after last-minute talks broke down. Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended negotiations and vowed to match the tariffs 'dollar-for-dollar,' while Washington blamed Canada for the collapse.

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Israel confirms striking Syrian air base, saying Turkey was planning to deploy forces

Israel has confirmed it struck the Abu al-Duhur air base in Syria, saying Turkey planned to deploy forces there. Syria and Turkey deny the claim, with Damascus calling the strike unjustified and Ankara denouncing it as unlawful, while the US envoy described the attack as an unnecessary escalation.

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US condemns 'unnecessary escalation' after Israeli airstrikes on Syrian airbase

The United States has criticized Israeli airstrikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase as an 'unnecessary escalation,' while Israel defends the strikes citing alleged Turkish deployment plans. Syria and Turkey deny the claims, and tensions between the regional rivals continue to rise.

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Jared Moskowitz wins Florida primary as Trump-backed GOP remap shapes November races

Rep. Jared Moskowitz won the Democratic primary in Florida's newly redrawn 25th district, defeating DSA-backed Oliver Larkin by nearly 30 points. The race pits Moskowitz against Republican nominee Scott Singer in a district that Trump would have carried in 2024, while other primaries delivered mixed results for Trump endorsements and a DSA-aligned Senate win.

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Trump would like to meet with Kim Jong Un this autumn — WSJ

U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly directed aides to arrange a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un this autumn, possibly on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen. Meanwhile, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to maintain close coordination on the North Korean nuclear issue, though neither side's public statements reaffirmed the denuclearization commitment.

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