The real meaning of Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan We’re seeing America wake up to the tyranny that’s engulfed us The Guardian - US · Aug 6
Exclusive: Major Republican fundraiser winning contracts from Trump administration, emails reveal Palmer Luckey has donated $5.9m to Republicans and bundled more, while reaping billions in Pentagon contracts The Guardian - US · Aug 6
Why making Anthony Fauci the enemy will harm US public health for years Republicans are trying to scapegoat the infectious disease expert, even as they have gutted healthcare amid outbreaks of measles, cyclosporiasis and Ebola The Guardian - US · Aug 6
Sir Ian Wood obituary Aberdonian businessman whose company became one of the biggest players in the offshore oil and gas industry The Guardian - UK · Aug 6
North Korea fires at least one ballistic missile into sea, South Korea's military says North Korea has repeatedly declared itself an "irreversible" nuclear state since leader Kim Jong- un's 2019 summit with US President Donald Trump collapsed over the scope of denuclearisation and sanctions relief. Euronews · Aug 6
Sheriff Insists 'This Case Is Not Cold' Despite Massive Blunders in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos defended his team's handling of the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping investigation amid criticism of alleged early missteps and delayed surveillance efforts. International Business Times UK · Aug 6
75% of European businesses fear a US tech kill switch could deal an economic 'death blow' – driving a search for sovereign alternatives European businesses are seeking alternatives to US hyperscalers, but Europe has a long way to go before it can survive entirely on its own. TechRadar · Aug 6
The 19-word message in Gianni Infantino’s delusional letter that shows Fifa refuses to learn FIFA IN CRISIS: Infantino admitted ‘mistakes were made’ in the process behind trying to sell off the World Cup to private investment but, as Richard Jolly writes, he was more interested in insisting the real issue was horrible ‘attacks’ on Fifa’s integrity The Independent UK · Aug 6
ACLU blasts Trump’s new orders on birthright citizenship, saying they are doomed to fail in court– as it happened This live blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Aug 6
Trump’s Iran deal: Three scenarios for what could happen next Tehran insists it is close to a deal with Oman to open the Strait of Hormuz, which could pave the way for US peace talks The Independent UK · Aug 6
'Is PM seeking to dilute UPI, open digital payments sector to US businesses': Congress Congress criticizes a new government bill concerning digital payments. The party alleges the bill could weaken UPI and favor American companies. This amendment removes the statutory guarantee for free UPI transactions. The government claims financial sustainability, but Congress disputes this assertion. The bill's passage in Lok Sabha occurred amid opposition… The Economic Times · Aug 6
Trump ‘questions Hegseth’ over Iran war weapons shortage – what we know IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 6
El-Sayed's win causes GOP meltdown Republican efforts to turn the Democratic Senate nominee into a bogeyman betray their fear Salon · Aug 6
As Iran war drags on, Americans are bracing for more chaos in Middle East, Reuters poll finds According to recent surveys, many Americans fear that the ongoing U.S. war with Iran could destabilize the Middle Eastern region. Disruptions in oil supplies are expected to push gasoline prices upward. Public sentiment reflects frustration with how the conflict is being managed, with a shift towards Democrats for economic and… The Economic Times · Aug 6
The Economic Times · Aug 6 How the new generation of left-wing US media is powering progressive candidates Progressive candidates are winning primaries with help from new left-wing media. These platforms allow candidates to build national profiles and raise funds. Independent content creators are becoming influential political kingmakers in Democratic politics. This growing media network shapes campaigns and activist organising across the nation.
The Independent UK · Aug 6 Trump vows jail for ‘treasonous leakers’ over missile shortage report in latest Truth Social rant President rages that any insiders who spoke to the press will be ‘hunted down’ and face ‘long term jail sentences’ after White House denies confrontation with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over weaponry used against Iran
International Business Times UK · Aug 6 Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs Prison Release Pushed Forward One Month Following Prison Fight, Then Back Again Rapper Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs has seen his federal prison release date fluctuate dramatically once again following a reported physical altercation with an inmate at FCI Fort Dix.
The Economic Times · Aug 6 Trump's tech ties blamed for AI inaction by MAGA Republicans and Democrats Concerns are rising over President Trump's administration's limited AI response. This follows recent AI agent security breaches by OpenAI and Anthropic. Critics point to significant donations from tech firms to Trump's reelection efforts. These ties allegedly influence the administration's approach to AI regulation. Voluntary cybersecurity tests for AI models have…
The Guardian - UK · Aug 6 ‘Mamma mia!’: Trump tariffs refund ignites 53% profit spike at Nintendo Profit jump fuelled largely by unknown US refund amount as Japanese video game firm records quarterly sales drop
Salon · Aug 6 Two more deaths at Delaney Hall Alleged lack of medical care contributed to the deaths, in addition to 22 deaths in ICE custody this year
The Guardian - US · Aug 6 Top Democrats accuse Trump officials over Israeli settlers’ ‘unbridled violence’ Letter says lifting of sanctions sent ‘clear message’ settlers can use deadly force in West Bank without consequences
The Texas Tribune · Aug 6 A Border Patrol agent killed a migrant in Texas last December. Officials are still withholding details. The federal agent said he shot the man in self defense last December amid a fight that erupted after agents tried to arrest the migrants who were retreating to Mexico.
Euronews · Aug 6 Trump administration refunds $100 billion in “Liberation Day” tariffs The refunds follow a February US Supreme Court 6-3 ruling stating that Trump had acted beyond the Congress’ tax-setting authority and had no constitutional authority to impose these import taxes.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 6 ‘Morocco feels emboldened’: Trump’s influence in spotlight after Ceuta disaster Washington-Rabat ties under scrutiny as questions swirl over what led to deadly influx into tiny Spanish territory
International Business Times UK · Aug 6 Iran and Oman Say Hormuz Shipping Deal Is 'Close' as Trump Signals Breakthrough This Week Iran and Oman are finalising a shipping deal in the Strait of Hormuz, potentially challenging US influence. The agreement includes discussions on environmental, legal, and security aspects, with Tehran insisting on passage fees.