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Zambia's Hichilema wins second presidential term with 60 percent
Electoral commission declares incumbent Hakainde Hichilema re-elected with roughly 60 percent of valid votes against main challenger Brian Mundubile's 38 percent.
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Sports
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Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 63, pleaded not guilty to murder charges in Las Vegas. Prosecutors say he ordered the shooting in retaliation for an attack on his nephew.
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1:35 AM
Two killed in shooting at school in southern Philippines
A gunman opened fire at a secondary school linked to Ateneo de Zamboanga University in Zamboanga City on Tuesday, killing two students.
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FIFA chief operating officer Kevin Lamour leaves after criticising Infantino
Lamour departed his role Monday after accusing the FIFA president of deceiving staff over a failed plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
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2:43 PM
Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro launch Brazil's 2026 presidential campaign
The incumbent president and opposition senator began their campaigns Sunday with technical polling ties ahead of October's runoff election.
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2:20 PM
Sergio Busquets returns to Barcelona as reserve team assistant coach
The 38-year-old former midfielder joins Barca Atletic's backroom staff while completing coaching qualifications.
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1:35 PM
American tourist killed by lightning strike on Mount Etna
A 29-year-old Kansas resident died Sunday after being struck by lightning while hiking in a restricted area of Sicily's active volcano.
Politics
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1:10 PM
Supreme Court again declines Trump's appeal in Carroll $5 million case
The justices rejected Trump's request to reconsider their June decision denying his appeal of the 2023 verdict.
Middle East
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12:40 PM
Israeli security minister advocates nightly killings of 30 to 40 in Gaza
Itamar Ben-Gvir made the comments on a podcast with a former hostage, disagreeing with Prime Minister Netanyahu's recent reduction in strikes.
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12:14 PM
Ukraine and Russia trade strikes across border and occupied territories
Overnight attacks kill at least eight civilians as both sides conduct widespread drone and missile operations.
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11:52 AM
Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Strait of Hormuz control
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Monday he would "bomb the shit out of" Oman if it interferes with his efforts to end the Iran conflict.
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11:11 AM
Philadelphia Union stun NYCFC 3-2 to extend winning streak
Philadelphia defeats New York City FC at Yankee Stadium, securing fourth consecutive victory under interim coach Richter.
Crime
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10:52 AM
Brooklyn mother of five killed in Crown Heights bar shooting
Sofronie Hartzog, 33, was fatally shot in the back early Sunday outside a bar during a dispute. A man was also wounded.
Politics
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August 16, 2026
BBC seeks Trump family testimony in $10 billion defamation case
The BBC filed in federal court in Florida to obtain documents and testimony from Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and Donald Trump Jr.
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August 16, 2026
Iran offers humanitarian aid to Indonesia after earthquake
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed condolences and readiness to provide assistance following a deadly earthquake in eastern Indonesia.
Europe
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August 16, 2026
Liechtenstein changes succession rules to allow women to inherit throne
The tiny Alpine nation announced Saturday that women can now ascend to the throne under new absolute primogeniture rules.