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China will require licenses for exporting three precursor chemicals used to make fentanyl starting Sept. 1.

After years of US pressure, China agrees to restrict fentanyl chemicals

More information is being released about a planned terrorist attack set to take place at a Taylor Swift concert in Austria.

Taylor Swift terror plot suspect wanted to kill ‘as many people as possible’: Officials

The Nobel laureate tapped to be Bangladesh's interim leader after the prime minister fled the country will be sworn in Thursday, Aug. 8.

Bangladesh’s interim prime minister to be sworn in Thursday

WHO launches polio vaccination campaign for 600,000 children in Gaza, facing significant logistical challenges due to regional instability.

WHO begins polio vaccination efforts in Gaza for 600,000 children

Family sues OceanGate for over $50 million, citing "terror and mental anguish" before the Titan submersible's implosion.

Family of French explorer killed in Titan implosion files $50M lawsuit

Hunter Biden was hired by a Romanian businessman to influence U.S. policy, according to new filings in his federal tax fraud case.

Prosecutors say Romanian businessman hired Hunter Biden to ‘influence’ US policy

Two men have been arrested in Austria for an alleged terror plot at Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna this week.

Taylor Swift announces Vienna concert cancellations over alleged terror plot

Former Olympian Michael Phelps said the Olympics should enact a one-and-done policy for athletes who test positive for banned substances.

Phelps calls for lifetime ban for athletes caught doping after Olympic scandal

Bucha's "Witches," Ukraine's all-female unit, counters drones with vintage guns amid the largest European conflict since WWII.

Bucha’s ‘Witches’: Ukraine’s all-female drone defense unit

British police are preparing for the possibility of more violence as far-right protesters and anti-Muslim extremists clash with U.K. police.

UK mobilizes thousands of specialized officers in preparation for more riots

The United States, Australia, Canada, and the Philippines began a two-day joint air and naval exercise Wednesday, Aug. 7, in the South China Sea to reinforce international law amid China's territorial expansions. The exercises, which are occurring within Manila's 200-nautical mile exclusive economic zone, aim to ensure free navigation and enhance coordination among the allied forces, according to a joint statement from the four nations.

US, allies show force in South China Sea amid China’s territorial claims

Hamas names Yahya Sinwar as leader after Ismail Haniyeh's assassination in Iran. Sinwar, mastermind of the Oct. 7 attack.

Hamas names Oct. 7 attack mastermind as new leader

DOJ arrests Pakistani with Iranian ties for plotting to kill American politicians, including Trump, using FBI-informant-recruited hitmen.

Pakistani national with ties to Iran charged in alleged Trump assassination plot

The Harris campaign has been buying Google ads that feature edited headlines and descriptions from news outlets like CNN, NPR, and Reuters.

Harris introduces Walz; Vance speaks to supporters during Philly rallies

House Speaker Mike Johnson wants the Biden administration to provide more support for Israel as tensions rise in the wake of key killings.

Speaker Johnson calls on Biden to release delayed weapons to Israel

Hezbollah said that it struck northern Israel with drones and rocket attacks on Aug. 6. However, the group warns another attack is coming.

Hezbollah strikes northern Israel, warns the worst is yet to come

A new report from the House Judiciary Committee revealed that some illegal migrants on the terror watch list were allowed to stay in the U.S.

99 migrants on terror list released into US, some granted bond, asylum: Report

Nine U.N. workers in Gaza fired after probe suggests involvement in Hamas's Oct. 7 attack on Israel, sparking ongoing conflict.

9 UN workers fired over possible involvement in Hamas attack on Israel

Multiple U.S. service members were injured in a suspected rocket attack on Al-Asad Air Base in Iran. No group has claimed responsibility yet.

US service members injured in suspected rocket attack at Iraqi base

Japan is considering using a two-tier pricing system for foreign tourists and locals amid a problem with over-tourism.

Tourism problems may have you paying more in Japan if you’re a foreigner

Hundreds of people were arrested after riots in the U.K. on Sunday, Aug. 4, and forced the government to take emergency action Monday, Aug. 5.

UK riots spurred by misinformation lead to worst civil unrest in decade

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that new F-16 fighter jets have arrived in Ukraine. These are the first to be added to their fleet, which is significant since Zelenskyy has long been asking countries to supply this type of fighter jet for Ukraine in its fight against Russia.

Zelenskyy: Ukraine deploying new F-16 fighter jets

The U.S. Army is expanding its basic training as it rebounds from years of low recruitment numbers and prepares for potential future war.

Army expands basic combat training as military rebuilds for future war

Investors worldwide slammed the stock market sell button Monday after Japan's Nikkei index had its worst day since 1987's Black Monday.

Overreaction or rational? Here’s why the US stock market plunged Monday.