Sports, Politics
Fifa Official Leaves After Criticising President Infantino
A senior figure at football's world governing body, Fifa, has left his position. This happened three weeks after he criticised a plan from Fifa's president.
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Politics
Trump's Outreach to North Korea's Kim Worries South Korea
President Trump's friendly overture toward North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is causing problems for the United States' alliance with South Korea.
Politics
Trump Says White House Needs 'Military Complex' as Courts Block Ballroom Plan
US President Donald Trump has said the White House needs a 'military complex,' after courts blocked his plan to build a new ballroom on the grounds.
Business, Politics
China's Economy Shows Signs of Deeper Slowdown
China's economy is showing new signs of trouble, according to recent data.
Business, Politics
UK House Prices See Biggest August Fall Since 2018
British house prices have recorded their biggest August fall since 2018, according to property website Rightmove.
Politics, Business
Australian Politicians Argue Over Using Pension Savings to Buy Homes
A political debate has restarted in Australia about whether people should be allowed to use their retirement savings, called superannuation, to help buy a home.
Technology, Politics
Meta Faces Trial Over Instagram and Facebook Use by Young People
Meta, the company behind Instagram and Facebook, is facing a major trial that could change how its platforms work. Thirty US states have sued Meta.
Politics
Lula Launches Bid for Fourth Term as President of Brazil
Brazil's president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, known as Lula, has launched his campaign for a historic fourth term in office.
Politics
Opinion Piece Says Trump Lives in a "Fantasy Land"
A new opinion article in The New York Times claims that President Trump is living in a "fantasy land of his own making." This suggests that the writer believes Trump holds beliefs that do not match reality.
Nature, Politics
Fishers, Indiana Declares Disaster Emergency After Historic Flooding
The city of Fishers, Indiana, has declared a local disaster emergency after historic flooding hit the area. The declaration allows the city to access more resources for recovery.
Politics
Liechtenstein Changes Law So Women Can Become Ruler
Liechtenstein, a small country in central Europe, has changed its rule about who can become ruler. Now women can ascend the throne.
Politics
Ukraine Strikes Russian Region With Domestic Missiles
Ukraine has used its own domestically produced Flamingo missiles to strike targets in Russia's southwestern Samara region, according to reports. The strike shows Ukraine's growing ability to build long-range weapons with
Nature, Politics
Temporary Ban on Disposable BBQs Due to Wildfire Risk
The government has introduced a temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbecues across the country.
Politics, Business
White House Says China Uses "Transshipment" to Avoid US Tariffs
The White House has released a new report accusing China of avoiding billions of dollars in US tariffs. Tariffs are taxes placed on goods imported from other countries.
Politics
US Health Department Warns Texas Hospitals on Care for Newborn With Disability
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has warned hospitals in Texas not to deny life-saving care to a newborn with a disability.
Nature, Politics
Floods Hit Midwest Neighborhoods as More Storms Are Expected
Floodwaters have submerged parts of several Midwest neighborhoods in the United States, and residents are still bracing for more severe storms. Rivers rose quickly after heavy rain, sending water into streets and homes a
Politics, Science
Cheney's Former Doctor Raises Questions About Trump's Health
A doctor who once served as Dick Cheney's cardiologist has written publicly about President Trump's health. Dick Cheney is a former Vice President of the United States. The doctor said Trump 'has not looked well' recentl
Politics, Science
Trump's Vaccine Plan Sparks Debate Over Childhood Shots
President Donald Trump has announced a new plan about childhood vaccines that would require millions of individual shots. These specific single shots have not been commonly used for decades.
Politics
Albanese Discusses Tariffs and Aukus in Call with Trump
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said he held a 'substantial' phone call with US President Donald Trump.
Politics
Young People in Guernsey Want Better Jobs and Homes
A recent survey has revealed that many young people in Guernsey want to leave the island. Only 27% of respondents said they wish to stay.