Tuesday Briefing: Israeli Strikes Killed Five Journalists
Also, a knockoff Starbucks in North Korea.
Day: August 26, 2025
Myanmar: Situation Update with Paul Greening
The junta plans its election while turmoil engulfs Thai politics.
“Can Destroy China But…”: What Trump said On Relationship With Beijing
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Washington holds “incredible cards” against Beijing and suggested that if he chose to use them, he could “destroy” the world’s second-largest economy.
Cal Raleigh joins nifty 50 home-run club, Mariners hold off Padres
Cal Raleigh’s 50th home run of the season and a five-run fourth inning turned back-and-forth game into a 9-6 victory over San Diego.
Nevada state services shut down as authorities investigate ‘network security incident’
Affected services including the Nevada DMV and the Public Utilities Commission, though governor Joe Lombardo said 911 and other ‘essential services’ remained operational
Video: Moment Israel Bombed Gaza Hospital Killing 20 Civilians, Journalists
An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza hospital complex has killed at least 20 people, including four journalists and multiple ambulance and civil defence crews attempting to rescue victims of a prior strike.
British Army faces criticism despite a historic payout over Kenyan wildfires
Britain’s government has agreed to pay millions to Kenyans to settle a lawsuit after its military forces lost legal immunity in Kenya.
Australia accuses Iran of directing antisemitic attacks on cafe and synagogue
Australia orders Iran’s ambassador to leave the country following intelligence services’ allegations.
Australia blames Iran for antisemitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne
Australia says it will expel Iran’s ambassador after accusing its government of “orchestrating” two attacks last year.
Australia blames Iran for two antisemitic attacks, expels its envoy
Iran’s ambassador, Ahmad Sadeghi, and three Iranian officials have seven days to leave, says Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong.