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Politics · United StatesOcasio-Cortez declines to endorse Hong in Wisconsin governor race
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez declined to endorse Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist running in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, instead advising voters to judge candidates on their present stances. Hong’s past comments on policing and Thanksgiving have drawn criticism, while right-rated outlets highlighted the lack of endorsements from Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders.
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Politics · United StatesHunter Biden’s media tour sparks speculation about political future
Hunter Biden has given multiple high-profile interviews, including a two-hour conversation with Tucker Carlson, discussing his past struggles, addiction recovery, and criticism of Donald Trump. Right-rated outlets emphasise the interviews’ potential political impact, while no left- or centre-rated outlets covered the story.
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Science & Tech · United StatesNvidia open-sources Nemotron 3.5 Lightning, a lightweight AI model for single GPUs
Nvidia released Nemotron 3.5 Lightning, an open-source AI model that runs on a single GPU. The company says it is designed for autonomous agents and can be downloaded, modified and used without charge. Reports disagree on the model’s parameter count.
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Trump does not dismiss declaring national emergency to change election rules
Donald Trump told a conservative broadcaster he would not rule out declaring a national security emergency to enforce voter ID and proof-of-citizenship rules for federal elections. Legal experts say no president has the authority to change election laws unilaterally, but Trump has not dismissed the idea.
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Human Rights Watch and allies sue Trump administration over ICC sanctions
Four advocacy groups, including Human Rights Watch, filed a lawsuit in New York on 11 August 2026 challenging the Trump administration’s sanctions against the International Criminal Court. The plaintiffs argue the measures violate US constitutional rights and hinder prosecutions of war crimes. The administration calls the ICC a threat to US sovereignty.
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Naomi Seibt seeks US State Department funding for far-right media network
Naomi Seibt, a German far-right influencer linked to the AfD, applied for US State Department funding to launch the Freedom Alliance of the West, a media network promoting free speech and sovereignty. The State Department confirmed its programming supports European allies but did not comment on the application.
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Politics · United StatesArizona Gov. Katie Hobbs selects ex-Republican John Giles as running mate
Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs chose John Giles, a former Republican mayor of Mesa, as her running mate on 11 August 2026. Giles, who switched to independent in May, aims to attract conservative voters in a tight race against Republican Rep. Andy Biggs. Arizona will elect a lieutenant governor for the first time in January 2027.
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Connecticut Democrats choose between John Larson and younger challengers in primary
Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District primary pits 14-term incumbent John Larson against former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, who argues for generational change. Larson’s office says he is fit to serve after a 2025 seizure, but the race reflects broader Democratic debates over leadership age.
United States5 min readTrust 85 · Craft 85 · Hype 15 ![US President Donald Trump has come out in defence of embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino [Lee Smith/Reuters]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026-07-19T230320Z_207857920_UP1EM7J1S1JJJ_RTRMADP_3_SOCCER-WORLDCUP-ESP-ARG-1786429748_b7fb5e-1786432328.jpg?resize=1200%2C630&quality=80)
Politics · United StatesTrump backs Infantino as UEFA and confederations call for FIFA president to go
Donald Trump publicly supported FIFA president Gianni Infantino after three football confederations accused him of deception and threatened a boycott. Infantino withdrew a plan to sell World Cup commercial rights following backlash, but UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC demand his removal ahead of the 2027 election.
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Health · United StatesTrump signs order to reduce childhood vaccines, repeats debunked autism link
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on 11 August 2026 recommending U.S. children receive fewer vaccinations, while reviving debunked claims linking vaccines to autism. The CDC and multiple studies involving over 5.6 million people have found no such link. No right-rated U.S. outlet covered the story.
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Politics · United StatesAbdul El-Sayed disavows Hasan Piker’s 2019 remark that US ‘deserved’ 9/11 attacks
Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed dismissed Hasan Piker’s 2019 claim that the US ‘deserved’ the 9/11 attacks as a ‘dumb statement’ but maintained his association with the streamer. Right-rated outlets led on the controversy, while centre-rated reports noted the disavowal without framing it as a campaign liability.
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Politics · United StatesTrump faces final popular vote in November midterms amid policy criticism
Donald Trump will contest his last popular vote in the November 2026 US midterms, with left-rated outlets emphasising his claims of electoral fraud and policy failures, while the centre focuses on economic criticism. No right-rated outlet covered the story.
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Media · United StatesBarack Obama to host Audible podcast on six books that shaped him
Barack Obama will host a new podcast, 'A Great Book with Barack Obama', exploring six books that influenced his worldview. The series, part of a deal between Audible and Obama's media company Higher Ground, will feature discussions with guests and debut exclusively on Audible on 24 September 2026.
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Trump administration begins border infrastructure work in Big Bend National Park
The Trump administration has started building patrol roads, vehicle barriers and surveillance infrastructure in Big Bend National Park, Texas, as part of a border security project. Local residents, officials and environmental groups oppose the work, which began on 6 August, citing low illegal crossing rates and ecological damage.
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Politics · United StatesWhite House calls Michigan candidate Abdul El-Sayed a communist threat
The White House shared a compilation of Abdul El-Sayed’s past statements on defunding police, abolishing ICE and wealth taxes, calling his views a direct threat to America. Right-rated outlets led on the video and on a DSA spokeswoman’s refusal to say who would catch a rapist if police were abolished. No left- or centre-rated outlet carried the story.
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FBI probed Jeff Sessions in 2017 after Democrat senators' request
The FBI opened a year-long investigation into then-Attorney General Jeff Sessions in May 2017 after two Democrat senators demanded a probe. The case, codenamed 'March Toll', was closed in 2018 after finding no evidence of false statements or perjury. No left- or centre-rated outlet reported the declassification.
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Politics · United StatesChicago residents file police reports alleging crimes by ICE and Border Patrol agents
Residents of Chicago, including a woman shot five times by a Border Patrol agent, filed police reports alleging crimes by ICE and Border Patrol agents. The filings follow federal inaction and a state commission’s recommendation for internal investigations. No right-rated outlet covered the story.
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Politics · United StatesAnti-abortion groups urge US attorney general to block abortion pill mailings
A coalition of anti-abortion groups, including Arkansas-based Family Council, has urged the US Department of Justice to halt the mailing of abortion pills, citing state laws that restrict the procedure. The letter follows Arkansas legislation prohibiting abortion except to save the mother’s life.
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Pete Hegseth’s net approval rating of -22 puts his job at risk, polls show
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has the lowest net approval rating among Donald Trump’s cabinet members at -22, according to Quinnipiac University and Fox News polling. CNN data analyst Harry Enten suggested the figure could threaten Hegseth’s position, as previous officials with similar ratings were later dismissed.
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Climate · United StatesCalifornia’s first carbon-storage project begins without state rules
California Resources Corp. started injecting carbon dioxide at Elk Hills in May, the first commercial project of its kind in the state. Lawmakers ordered regulators to write rules nearly four years ago, but none have been adopted, leaving federal oversight in place.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastExplosions heard on Iran's Qeshm Island; Trump confirms US strike
Four explosions were heard on Iran's Qeshm Island on Sunday evening, with Iranian state media reporting that some areas may have been struck by projectiles. US President Donald Trump confirmed the US conducted a "minor strike" on the island over the weekend.
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US asks Iraq to close Iran border crossings, minister says
The US Treasury has requested Iraq close all but two of its border crossings with Iran as part of a policy to increase economic pressure on Tehran. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein confirmed the request in an interview with Al Jazeera. Protests have occurred in Maysan province against previous border closures.
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PoliticsIran Minister Warns US: End War or Face 'Hell'
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that American voters have made their choice and it is now up to the White House to decide. He presented a two-day proposal that includes ending the war on all fronts, warning of dire consequences if the US chooses conflict.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran Claims Downing 260 Aircraft, Transferring Missile Production Underground
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims to have downed 260 hostile aircraft and captured seven reconnaissance drones. The IRGC also stated that missile and drone production lines have been moved to underground facilities, creating "missile production cities."
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Politics · Middle EastSecret Service hotel bookings around Ivanka Trump's Morocco visit total $93,000
Federal contracting records show $93,000 in Secret Service hotel bookings in Morocco around Ivanka Trump's 45th birthday visit. The cost excludes salaries, flights, and meals for agents.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIranian-linked ships tracked near undersea cables
Three sanctioned Iranian oil tankers and one fishing boat were tracked near major subsea internet cables in the Gulf of Oman in October 2026. The vessels exhibited unusual behaviour, including disabling tracking systems, amid Iran's warnings about targeting digital infrastructure.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastQatar says mediation efforts with US and Iran continue
Qatar's Prime Minister stated that mediation efforts between the US and Iran are ongoing to prevent regional escalation. He expressed confidence in reaching a settlement, while reports emerged of potential missile strikes on Qeshm Island.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS offers $20 million for Iran nuclear program information
The US is offering up to $20 million for information on Iran's nuclear program, including details on facilities, equipment, and personnel. The program also offers possible relocation for informants.
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PoliticsUS Sanctions Eight Canadian Businesses Over Iran Sanctions Evasion
The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned eight Canadian businesses, accusing them of aiding Iranian entities in circumventing financial sanctions. Some firms are also alleged to have assisted Ryan Wedding, accused of running a drug trafficking ring.
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Politics · Middle EastIran reviews Qatar proposals on nuclear program differences with US
Iran is examining proposals from Qatar aimed at resolving disputes with the United States concerning its nuclear activities. Officials indicate that Iran is open to discussing these proposals, which could involve lifting sanctions and releasing frozen funds.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump claims he prevented Iran nuclear weapon
Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Israel and the entire Middle East would not exist today if he had not stopped Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. This claim comes amid ongoing uncertainty about Iran's nuclear programme following US and Israeli strikes.
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Politics · Middle EastIran sends nuclear proposal to US via Qatar, demands conditions
Iran has submitted a nuclear proposal to the United States through Qatar, with discussions contingent on Washington meeting seven demands. These include lifting sanctions, releasing frozen assets, and war reparations. Iran's top security official stated the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until these conditions are met.
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Climate · Middle EastCOP31 climate talks begin in Turkey amid rising temperatures
The 31st UN Climate Conference (COP31) has commenced in Antalya, Turkey. Discussions are expected to centre on the accelerating pace of global warming, energy price shocks stemming from geopolitical events, and the implementation of climate finance pledges.
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Trump predicts major Russia-Ukraine deal involving Europe
President Donald Trump announced a "very big" agreement with Russia concerning Ukraine and potentially all of Europe is imminent. This comes after First Lady Melania Trump hosted officials from both nations at the White House, highlighting a recent ceasefire.
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Politics · Latin AmericaEcuadorians Charged with Cocaine Trafficking
Federal prosecutors have charged five Ecuadorians, including the son of a former president and a former legislator, with trafficking cocaine to the United States and Europe. The drug was allegedly hidden in tuna shipments.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran Exempts Four Nations from Strait of Hormuz Transit Restrictions
Iran has announced exemptions from its Strait of Hormuz transit restrictions for ships from India, China, Iraq, and Qatar. The move comes amid ongoing conflict and disruptions to global energy supplies, with Iran citing specific reasons for each country.
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Politics · United KingdomBurnham: Putin will not be invited to UK's G20 summit
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be invited to next year's G20 summit in Britain. The announcement was widely reported, with many outlets referencing The Economist.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineErdogan Plans Putin Talks on Ukraine After Zelensky Meeting
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intends to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Ukraine war after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Erdogan made the remarks to journalists on his return flight from South Korea on November 5, 2026.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomBritons see US as threat to global peace, survey finds
A survey reveals that 74% of Britons now consider the United States a serious threat to global peace, a significant increase from 36% in 2024. The research also highlights shifting views on international alliances and defence.
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Zelensky Hopes US Midterms Will Boost Ukraine Aid
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky voiced hope that the US midterm election results would increase assistance for Ukraine. He acknowledged Republican support but emphasized the Democrats' consistent messaging on aid and strengthening transatlantic ties.
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