Did Iran hack water systems in seven US states?

While US President Donald Trump has said Iran is not to blame, cyber experts tell the BBC it likely the attack was at the hands of the Iran.

Trump, Graham Dominate Senate Race: 5 Takeaways from South Carolina Debate.

The legacy of Lindsey Graham loomed over the field to replace him in a debate Monday. All eyes were on his sister, Darline, who was endorsed by President Trump.

By Patricia Mazzei

Yen Rally Loses Steam; Trump Threatens Iran's 'Last Chance' | The Asia Trade 8/4/2026

"Bloomberg: The Asia Trade" brings you everything you need to know to get ahead as the trading day begins in Asia. Bloomberg TV is live from Tokyo and Sydney with Shery Ahn and Haidi Stroud-Watts, getting insight and analysis from newsmakers and industry leaders on the biggest stories shaping global markets. (Source: Bloomberg)

Yen intervention = US self-preservation

More thoughts on why it’s happening

The on-again, off-again deal

Michael Ramirez cartoon on Trump, Iran war.

By Michael Ramirez

Bodycam video shows firefighters battling blaze in Spokane, US

Bodycam footage from firefighters shows the speed needed to put out the blaze sweeping through the northwestern US.

Tourist hot spot slapped with US travel warning renewal due to crime and terror

The U.S. State Department warns travelers of petty crime, pickpocketing and terrorism risks in Belgium, urging Americans to stay alert in popular tourist areas.

More belugas from Marineland in Niagara Falls, Ont., head to new home in U.S.

Seven more whales are on the move from Marineland, headed to a new home at an aquarium in the United States.

How China’s US$900 million port deal in Angola shows its dominance over US interests

On the South Atlantic coastline, Angola stands out as rare ground on which the United States has been willing to vie with China for influence in Africa. It was the only country on the continent visited by former US president Joe Biden, albeit in the twilight of his term in December 2024. During the trip – the first by a sitting US president – Biden made the case for investment in the strategic Lobito Atlantic Railway. The administration of Biden’s successor, Donald Trump, also threw its weigh...

By Dulue Mbachu

Middle East live: Cargo ship hit by 'unknown projectile" in Strait of Hormuz

Early Tuesday, Britain's maritime security agency UKMTO said that a cargo vessel was struck by an "unknown projectile" in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman. US President Donald Trump said Monday that negotiations with Iran were ongoing despite Tehran's denials and the Islamic Republic was facing a 'last chance before decapitation.' Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

By FRANCE 24

Cargo ship reports being struck in Strait of Hormuz as US, Iran claims about talks diverge

A cargo ship reports it has been hit by a projectile off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz

By Elena Becatoros and Samy Magdy

Cargo ship reports being struck in Strait of Hormuz as US, Iran claims about talks diverge

Friendship with benefits: Why Trump is helping Japan rescue the yen

The United States and Japan have jointly intervened to support the Japanese yen's value. This unprecedented action aims to stabilize the currency after its significant decline. Washington's involvement signals broader economic and financial system concerns beyond Japan. The intervention seeks to protect US Treasury markets and American exporters from negative impacts.

By KANCHAN YADAV

Indian-origin man among 25 persons facing revocation of US citizenship

'Creative, unconventional ways': US Central Command asks military analysts for new ideas to punish Iran

Donald Trump claimed on Monday that talks were underway with Iran to reach a deal to end the war. However, Tehran denied any such discussions.

North Korea denounces South Korea-US-Japan military, cyber cooperation

North Korea on Tuesday denounced growing security cooperation among South Korea, the United States and Japan, warning that their participation in a major multinational naval exercise would prompt Pyongyang to develop new deterrent capabilities. The Korean Central News Agency criticized the recently concluded Rim of the Pacific exercise, or RIMPAC, describing it as a US-led war rehearsal that has entrenched security instability in the Asia-Pacific region. The biennial exercise, which ran from Jun

By The Korea Herald

Indian-Origin Man In US Since 1996 Faces Citizenship Revocation Threat

The complaints against 25 people involve allegations including attempted murder, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, marriage fraud, identity fraud, passport fraud, bank and credit card fraud, and practising medicine without a license, among other offences.

Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Hormuz

By Denise Calnan

US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Hormuz

Conflicting signals from the US and Iran over the status of talks to end their five-month-old war have boosted uncertainty, with the latest attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz highlighting risks ⁠to global energy flows.

Shipping traffic at key Gulf waterways little changed on uncertain peace talks

Traffic remained largely slow at Hormuz, with six vessels, three tankers and three bulk carriers, transiting the strait on Monday, down from seven on the previous day, according to Kpler data.

Pakistan gets a pass on new US visa bond rule

• Washington makes visa bond programme permanent; Bangladesh, Nepal among 50 countries covered, India also excluded • Visitors from listed nations face refundable deposits of up to $20,000 WASHINGTON: Pakistan is not among the 50 countries whose citizens may now be required to deposit up to $20,000 as a financial guarantee before obtaining a US visitor visa under a new programme that took effect on Aug 1. The list published in the US Federal Register does not include Pakistan. Among South Asi...

By none@none.com (Anwar Iqbal)

Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Hormuz

Dry bulk ship struck by projectile near Strait of Hormuz - eKathimerini.com

Dry bulk ship struck by projectile near Strait of Hormuz  eKathimerini.com

Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Hormuz

Trump said talks underway on Monday, but Iran denied that negotiations were being held or planned

By Reuters

Uncertainty clouds US-Iran talks amid report of fresh Hormuz attack

Uncertainty grew Tuesday as the U.S. and Iran sent mixed signals over efforts to end their five-month war, while a new attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz underscored threat...

Capital One Cites Anti-Money Laundering Review Over Trump Organization Debanking Claims

Capital One Cites Anti-Money Laundering Review Over Trump Organization Debanking Claims Authored by Owen Evans via The Epoch Times, Capital One asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, part of the Trump Organization, claiming that the bank's 2021 debanking of hundreds of Trump-linked accounts followed an internal anti-money laundering review and not the political discrimination the plaintiffs allege. President Donald Trump prepares to b...

By Tyler Durden

Cargo ship hit after Trump insists Iran talks could reopen Hormuz waterway

A cargo ship was hit in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump insisted talks could reopen the vital waterway. Learn about the escalating US-Iran conflict. Read More: https://punchng.com/cargo-ship-hit-after-trump-insists-iran-talks-could-reopen-hormuz-waterway/

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Crime, terrorism and unrest: US issues travel advisory warning about the dangers of Belgium - The Brussels Times

Crime, terrorism and unrest: US issues travel advisory warning about the dangers of Belgium  The Brussels Times

Trump says Iran facing ‘last chance before decapitation’

Trump, speaking to reporters at the White House, said he agreed to continue to pursue talks with Iran at the request of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other countries. The post Trump says Iran facing ‘last chance before decapitation’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Akinbayo Wahab

US oil reserve strategy: A futile gamble amid Iran's Strait of Hormuz leverage

TEHRAN- Washington's desperate bid to tame oil prices through strategic reserve releases is doomed to fail, experts warn, as Iran's commanding position in the Strait of Hormuz renders American threats increasingly hollow.

Oil ticks up after selloff as talks to end US-Iran war remain uncertain

Oil prices rebounded 1% on Tuesday from a plunge in the previous session, fuelled by concerns that ‌Middle East supply remains at risk as a diplomatic resolution to the U.S.-Iran war that has disrupted shipments still seems unlikely.

By Abubakar Ibrahim