Trump says US has 'historic' deal to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
The agreement would grant the US majority control of over 65 billion barrels of proven Venezuelan oil reserves, Trump said.
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This Is Looting by Another Name
Our cultural heritage is being sold off for parts.
Investors Expect Higher Rates After Fed Chairman’s Inflation Pledge
Kevin Warsh reiterated the Federal Reserve’s commitment to tackle rising prices, nudging up investor expectations of a rate increase.
Who are the 33 British nationals missing in Nepal
Among those reported missing after deadly floods are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.
Jury Continues Deliberations in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial
To reach a verdict, jurors must agree on whether Ms. Clancy should be held criminally responsible for killing her three children.
General News Today — August 28, 2026
Callaway drops golf brand over sexist video row and more — today's news signal.
Why Many Iranians Are Losing Hope After Six Months of War
Iranians have become increasingly desperate, as they grapple with an economic crisis made worse by the conflict and grow increasingly skeptical about President Trump’s motives.
Callaway drops golf brand over sexist video row
Golf club manufacturer Callaway ends its partnership with content creator Good Good with immediate effect and donates $1m to women's charity after promoting advert that shows a woman being pushed over.
'A generational icon' - why wildcards abound for Venus Williams
Venus Williams has not won a singles match in over a year but has received numerous wildcards to compete. The reasons why go beyond just tennis.
There Is a Sickness Worse Than Wokeness
The anti-woke movement’s “cure” was more intolerance and more repression.
Canada Hires U.S. Scholars From Harvard and Other Top Universities
A crackdown on American academia by the Trump administration has handed Canadian universities a rare opportunity to lure some top researchers north.
Speed of Nepal’s Flash Floods Likely Overwhelmed Warning System, Experts Say
Scientists and disaster response researchers said Nepal’s early flood warning system relied on a conventional network of river gauges in this remote region.
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Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
Venezuelan interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy.
We helped create UK emergency alert system - but question how government is using it
Millions across England and Wales received a wildfire alert on their phones earlier this month, but it partly backfired.
How one of the 'most powerful hacks' to control stress actually works
We spoke to experts about how the breathing technique used by soldiers and influencers works.
Somali piracy surges as the impact of the US-Iran war ripples outwards
Two ships were seized within four days last week raising to at least 13 the number attacked since January.
Sweetcorn ice creams and pastries: The latest 'swavoury' trend taking over your feed
From lattes to pastries, UK foodies are embracing the humble sweetcorn as more than a pizza topping.
Close race as Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining EU
Turbulent international affairs have brought the vote forward, but the campaign has focused more on Iceland's vital fishing industry.
Strong winds and thunderstorms kick off the bank holiday weekend
Cooler and showery conditions will continue across the weekend and into Monday, bringing a record-breaking summer to a rather damp close as Matt Taylor explains.
Mountain of broken fridges growing across England and Wales
This year's multiple heat waves have increased the numbers of fridges and freezers breaking down.
Trump Administration Looks to Give a Swath of Yosemite Park to Developer
The proposed land swap would allow easy access to the crown jewel of the national park system. Democrats and former Park Service officials are incensed.
Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE
The British citizen, who lives and works in the US, has supported Trump and ICE agents in the past.
The race to stop England running out of water
Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?
How 'Book Queen' Dolly Parton inspired millions of children with gift of reading
Families across the globe share how free books from Parton's Imagination Library helped their children.
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