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Data from Tel Aviv University indicates nearly 270,000 citizens have departed over three years, driven by political uncertainty and security concerns rather than economic factors.

Treasury data reveals a doubling of the federal debt since 2017, driven by pandemic spending and rising mandatory outlays.

Washington moves to intensify pressure on Tehran while leaving the door open for future diplomatic engagement.

The handover of Major-General Adel Issa marks the first transfer of a senior Syrian military officer to Damascus since the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s government in late 2024.

Documents obtained by Al Jazeera show the US Department of Defence is assessing allies’ political loyalty and defence spending commitments as part of a six-month review of forces in Europe.

The US President has threatened "tremendous economic consequences" for any state providing a lifeline to Tehran, while Australia prepares to summon the Israeli ambassador over the non-prosecution of those responsible for the death of an aid worker.

Twenty-nine state attorneys general allege Meta engineered addictive features for minors, seeking structural reforms and damages equivalent to the company’s annual revenue.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex plan to settle in a private residence outside London by the end of August, ending their six-year stay in the United States without regaining working royal status.

The US President asserts that dialogue with North Korea’s leader makes South Korea safer, a claim made against the backdrop of reduced joint military exercises.

The United States gross national debt has exceeded $40 trillion for the first time, prompting immediate intervention by the Treasury Department to stabilise long-term bond yields.

The Beninese musician has been awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking a historic milestone for representation in the global entertainment industry.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong describes the Israeli government’s legal determination as "insulting" and "outraged," citing prior admissions of procedural failure by the Israeli Defence Force.

Lebanese residents displaced from southern towns report feeling powerless as they watch Israeli attacks from a distance in areas designated as ‘pilot zones’.

The attack on the police command centre in Gaza City has resulted in the death of the women’s police chief and several other officers, according to Al Jazeera Global News.

International observers have condemned the attack, while Washington assesses the potential for a direct confrontation with Turkish forces.

A Eurocopter EC130 B4 operating a charter safari flight in Samburu County crashed on Wednesday, killing all seven people on board, including high-profile figures from Ecuador and the United States.

A recent excavation in Sri Lanka has revealed 582 human remains, with authorities confirming the presence of babies and children among the victims.

An artisanal mine collapse in Zamboye has killed more than 100 people, prompting an investigation into site management and safety standards.

Demonstrators in the capital have rallied behind Mykhailo Fedorov, endorsing his push for a democratic transition despite ongoing martial law restrictions.

Unrest has emerged in Syria after Mohammad Ghamira, a civilian defence rescuer, died following an alleged police beating.

Monrovia has agreed to receive third-country nationals from the United States, citing historical ties to the US and a commitment to humanitarian principles.

The proposed legislation mandates prior authorisation for interactions with foreign universities and media, drawing sharp criticism from the government and legal experts who argue it undermines scientific cooperation and personal freedoms.

Ottawa increases humanitarian support for Beirut while demanding the restoration of state authority in the face of ongoing Israeli military presence.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu orders the creation of a new cyber unit after hackers stole financial data from over 878,000 accounts, with a third breach detected in August.

The North Korean leader’s sister has formally denied reports of ongoing communication with Washington, contradicting President Trump’s assertion that Pyongyang has responded positively to his proposal for talks.

Israeli air raids on Gaza City and Nuseirat refugee camp killed at least 10 Palestinians, prompting Hamas to condemn the attacks as a war crime following a failed US-led diplomatic push.

Satellite imagery and local footage confirm the lake remains full, despite a 30.2cm drop in water levels attributed to drought.

A new analysis suggests that while Washington has frequently succeeded in removing specific leaders, the long-term result has been instability, significant financial costs, and entrenched anti-American sentiment.

Eighth-ranked India secured their place in the second round of the 2026 tournament despite playing with 10 men, while Pakistan were eliminated from the competition.

French authorities are probing a breach of the national tax database that has compromised the personal information of approximately 700,000 individuals, with evidence suggesting other government sites were also targeted.

Spain’s allocation of €25 million is strained by legal requirements for individual case assessments, leaving thousands of minors in precarious conditions in Ceuta.

Emergency services responded to a drowning incident near Shoreham-by-Sea during a European heatwave, prompting the Prime Minister to issue warnings on open water safety.

The Israeli military has acknowledged that soldiers numbered the foreheads of detainees during a recent operation, a move condemned by lawmakers and international observers as dehumanising.

Ankara dismisses Israeli allegations of impending Turkish troop deployment in Syria after airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur base near Aleppo.

The investigation follows the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who has called for national elections despite the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Following the resignation of the Education Minister, the student-led CJP is mobilising citizens to document infrastructure failures in rural schools, aiming to pressure local authorities through public records.

The former defence minister argues that while holding elections during the conflict with Russia is complex, it is not impossible, citing a current crisis of governance in Kyiv.

The Israel Defense Forces has initiated a criminal investigation by its Military Police Criminal Investigation Division into the death of five-year-old Hind Rajab, marking a significant shift from previous denials of troop involvement in the January 2024 incident.

Al Jazeera reports reveal a sharp deterioration in Ukraine’s conscription efforts, marked by ‘busification’, systemic bribery, and violent resistance that has prompted recent changes in defence leadership.

Federal ministers present conflicting stances as PTI leaders accuse the administration of hypocrisy over the jailed former prime minister’s medical care

The order to move the imprisoned former prime minister to Shifa International Hospital has reignited debates over political negotiations, though officials and analysts remain divided on the implications for Pakistan’s governance landscape.

Despite the 2024 Harish Rana precedent, only two living will clinics exist nationally, and 73 per cent of urban Indians remain unaware of their right to refuse life-sustaining treatment.

Ukraine’s anti-graft agencies investigate a money laundering group involving senior officials, while Russian forces report shooting down hundreds of drones in overnight strikes.