Problem Drinking in the U.S. Is on the Decline
The number of Americans who met criteria for alcohol use disorder decreased by several million over five years, a survey found.
Türkiye-Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact aims to boost joint military capabilities: Turkish Defence Ministry
Spokesperson says joint agreement is defensive in nature, does not identify any country as common enemy Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Makkah, Saudi Arabia on August 7, 2026. Photo: X ANKARA: The Turkish Defence Ministry on Thursday said that the Türkiye-Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence … Read more
Anthropic investors eye $2 trillion valuation in potential Wall Street debut: report
Soaring revenues fuel investor optimism despite growing competition, regulatory pressure and high AI costs An image depicting the company Anthropic. — ANADOLU Anthropic investors are betting that the artificial intelligence company could seek a valuation of at least $2 trillion in a potential October stock market debut, a figure that would eclipse SpaceX and make … Read more
Israeli Settlers Resume West Bank Siege After Eviction
The military’s failure to keep extremists away from two Palestinian families trapped in their West Bank homes made clear the chaos gripping the Israeli-occupied territory.
Early-Onset El Niño
The global weather disrupter appears to be taking a toll, and its peak could still be months away.
‘The Brink of War’ Review: When the U.S. and U.S.S.R. Came Together
Written and directed by Michael Russell Gunn and produced by Angel Studios, the film chronicles the frustrating 1986 summit between Reagan and Gorbachev.
Egypt denies link to ship targeted off Yemen, condemns Red Sea attacks
Transport ministry says that reports linking the targeted vessel to Egypt or its ports are false Flames and smoke rise from the Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion, which has been on fire since August 23, on the Red Sea, August 28, 2024. — REUTERS Egypt on Thursday denied any link to a ship targeted off Yemen … Read more
New Yorkers Who Lost Insurance After Trump Cuts Face Hard Choices
New York State’s generous health plan for working-class people was hit hard by federal funding cuts. More than 400,000 people are now looking for new coverage or living without it.
Thailand Halts New Gun Permits After Mass Shooting at a School
It remains to be seen how far the government will go to tighten gun control in the country, which has experienced a string of high-profile shootings in recent years.
Govt announces 45 paisas increase in petrol, Rs1.16 in HSD price for August 14
[ Latest revision takes petrol to Rs325.43 per litre and HSD to Rs383.95 under the new pricing system The federal government on Thursday increased the price of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) by 45 paisas and Rs1.16 per litre, respectively, for August 14. According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum, the price … Read more