The day in news
21 August 2026
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Azerbaijan 82
Politics 64
The day in brief
The FBI announced it had foiled a suspected ISIS plot to blow up the New York Capitol building, prompting heightened security alerts across the city. In Pakistan, jailed former prime minister Imran Khan was taken to a hospital for treatment, a move reported by several outlets. A recent interview between former president Donald Trump and Michael Cohen highlighted takeaways on Iran, the economy and efforts to mend diplomatic fences. Jurors heard a Tupac murder suspect claim his nephew fired the shots that killed the rapper, while the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy and Canada jointly condemned Israel’s new West Bank settlement project. Meanwhile, the aircraft carrier USS Lincoln began its return home after an extended Middle East deployment, Azerbaijani club Qarabağ secured an away win over Twente in a Conference League play‑off, and Premier League power rankings placed Arsenal near the top but noted Manchester City was not the Gunners’ biggest threat.
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US Army to shut down unit in Europe focused on drone warfare in latest shakeup
The expenses of DSMF have increased by almost 10%
The expenses of DSMF increased by 9.8%
Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan step up parliamentary dialogue
‘Putin has repeatedly threatened the UK and Nato over Ukraine – but he is too weak to follow through’
Japan moves to scrap Cool Japan Fund while pushing content grants
The main goals of "Azerpambig Agrarian Industrial Complex" have been announced
Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says
Baku hosts International conference on Belgian colonial crimes and reparations (PHOTO)
"Azeraluminium" earned more than 165 million manats in the first half of the year
The position of Azerbaijan in the UEFA ranking has not changed
Azerbaijan to facilitate new Russian barley transit to Armenia
Putin arrests Russians for complaining about fuel shortages as fighting breaks out at petrol stations
Two ships were seized by pirates in Yemen and Somalia
Abbas Abbasov: Colonialism left deep wounds in Congo, Rwanda and Burundi
Lisa Kudrow says she was blocked from playing a different character on sitcom
Imran Khan moved from Pakistan jail to hospital and back again
Iran-US war latest: Tehran accuses Trump of ‘economic terrorism’ after he vows to crush it with sanctions
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Azerbaijani oil moves up in price
BTQ: Reparation should not be limited to financial compensation
David Harbour may have just given away a major Avengers: Doomsday spoiler
There was a fire in a house in Ganja - PHOTO
There was a fire in a house in Ganja
Flight restrictions have been imposed at Moscow airports due to UAV attacks
Comedian Dane Cook’s brother stole $12 million from him and hid it in pasta sauce, documentary reveals
The price of Azerbaijani oil approached 97 dollars
UNSC to hold second informal vote for organisation's next secretary general
The price of Azerbaijani oil approaches 97 dollars
Tajikistan, Turkmenistan ink foreign ministry co-op program through 2028
Break-up of Villa's Europa heroes leaves cracks for Emery to fill
Gold and silver continue to rise in commodity markets
Fever Star Sets Incredible WNBA Record — And It's Not Caitlin Clark
EURO-2026: Azerbaijan's volleyball team will face Portugal in its first match in Baku
Azerbaijani currency to world currency rates for August 21
Wheat and barley will be sent to Armenia by transiting through Azerbaijan
Experts battling extinctions after record heat
An international conference dedicated to Belgian colonialism is being held in Baku
A'ja Wilson Achieves Another Major WNBA Career Milestone
Grain will be sent from Russia to Armenia by transiting through Azerbaijan
Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers Get Into Heated Exchange After Foul
Kyrgyzstan detains suspects over alleged calls for violent power takeover
US, South Korean militaries wrapping up drills early, a day after North Korea's missile barrage
Japan executes a man convicted of setting fire that killed 5 at a pachinko parlor in Osaka
Hungary drained its waters for generations. Now drought is exposing the cost
Couples share their biggest money disagreements
Today's exchange rates
Olivia Miles Crashes Kayla McBride's Press Conference After Lynx Win
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Swiatek to face Pegula in Cincinnati Open semis after Rybakina injury
Wildlife and ancient trees destroyed by A31 wildfire
Australia charges man over trying to inform Russia of Ukrainian military activities
Azerbaijani judoka Farid Rzazade became the world champion in Ecuador
Brethren church denies paying far-right activists to stage election stunts targeting Albanese and others
US, South Korean militaries wrapping up drills early, a day after North Korea's missile barrage
Oil has fallen in world markets
UK men with heart disease at higher risk of developing and dying from cancer
The price of natural gas has increased on the New York Stock Exchange
Latest news bulletin | August 21st, 2026 – Morning
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Back on track: can Burnham fix the north’s woeful rail services?
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A 54-year-old man was killed by electric shock in Barda
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Exchange rates of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (21.08.2026)
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Germany sees no gas supply crisis ahead of winter
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The bodies of three members of a family were found on the beach in Turkey
Japanese inflation picks up as Iran war disruption bites
Russia’s simulated enemy attack around disputed islands angers Japan
Hayden Panettiere death latest: Boyfriend Brian Hickerson issues first statement since Heroes actor died
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Morrocco: migrants caught between Ceuta dreams and reality
Dozens of migrants land on Spanish coast surprising beachgoers
5 people were injured in the accident in Hajigabul
The death sentence was executed in Japan
Egypt is concerned about Ethiopia's plans to build new dams on the Nile
A plane with eight people on board crashed in Alaska
Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan turn $1 billion trade target into Eurasian growth bet
All Blacks and Springboks prepare to clash after tension-filled path to showdown
Financial Services Agency to set up inspection office
British rapper Yung Filly to face retrial on rape charges in Australia
Charter plane with eight people on board crashes near remote Alaska radar station
Kazakhstan's KPI increases polypropylene output in 7M2026
There is congestion on these roads in Baku - LIST
Former Liberal MP condemns Coalition for backing gambling reforms that ‘let down’ vulnerable Australians
Traffic congestion is observed in several directions in Baku
A decline was observed in the main indices in the world stock markets
Andy Burnham’s plan for Britain starts above a Manchester cocktail bar
There will be no electricity in some areas of Baku and Sumgait
There will be interruptions in the supply of electricity due to the repair work in these regions
Japan’s upcoming budget requests in spotlight amid fiscal fears
In some areas of Baku and Sumgait, there will be a break in the transmission of electricity
A question looms over Harry's return to the UK. Can he rebuild his relationship with Prince William?
The price of "Bitcoin" has approached 75 thousand dollars
Rio da Yung OG Announces New Album The World Is Yours
Jill Lepore on why the artificial state is ‘doomed’ – podcast
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Python named Jodie Foster first snake to receive pioneering cancer treatment
‘It is the riskiest film I’ve ever made’: Pedro Almodóvar on being the villain in his own movie
Spa Weekend review – female answer to The Hangover spreads the slush with the massage oil
Anxiety over war, wildfires and cyber-attacks leads to growth in cash stocks in EU
The historic coffee port in the Houthis’ crosshairs
Scott Bessent takes on bond vigilantes in $32tn Treasury market
Feminism didn’t kill the male breadwinner model, the economy did
Ukraine seeks Musk’s help to hit Russian missile launchers
The battle over golf’s future
HSBC spends $68mn on biggest cull of senior bankers since financial crisis
US re-designates Hezbollah as terrorist group
Terance Tao: Understanding 6 essential mathematical concepts
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The United States deported 2,300 Mexican citizens to Guatemala
London’s nexus of power is finally being challenged
Hong Kong convicts two Tiananmen vigil activists of inciting subversion
Hong Kong Tiananmen activists found guilty of national security charges
With eyes on blockade, China tests boosted presence east of Taiwan: study
New York, Delaware Tornado Warnings: Videos Shows 'Ominous' Scenes
Vance: Bessent's plan would allow the US economy to grow faster than the debt
The world became much more insecure last week
Russia holds rare missile test near islands claimed by Japan
Panama Canal to reduce shipping over El Nino-fueled drought
Imran Khan was transferred to the hospital by the decision of the Supreme Court regarding his health
The price of gold exceeded $4,600 for the first time since May
North Korea’s economy enjoys rare ‘dash for flash’
Global access to food crops is affected by transport costs and economic inequality
Jaylen Brown 'Offended' by NBA 2K27 Player Rating on 76ers
U.S. designates American held by China as wrongfully detained
Investment in Kazakhstan's trade sector rises over 20% in 7M2026
Alleged rapist arrested after returning to Brisbane crime scene that night, police say
Diamondbacks, Ketel Marte Reach Temporary Resolution
Pakistan’s Imran Khan moved to hospital after Supreme Court order
Warum sich der Glaube an das Land lohnt – mit Justus Geilhufe
Kim Jong Un’s sister mocks South Korea as U.S. ‘puppet’ over drill cutback
Jaguars Cut Sixth-Year Defensive Tackle, Sign Second-Year OL
Next group of former IDPs returns home to Azerbaijan's Khankendi, Khojaly and Aghdara
Carlos Alcaraz set to return from injury to defend title at U.S. Open
No sweat: Japanese men turn to hair removal in scorching summer
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Cardinals' QB Carousel Continues Ahead of Cowboys Matchup
Breaking community still working to escape Raygun’s shadow
Middle East live: Hormuz shipping traffic falls as Iran-US talks stall
Pitt WR Stressed Out Coach for Weird Reason
Japan executes man who killed five in Pachinko parlour fire
Jason Sudeikis says it was a ‘joy’ for former cast member’s real-life sister to join Ted Lasso
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Japan’s inflation picks up, backing BOJ’s case for rate hike
NFL says over 200 players interested in competing in flag football at LA Olympics
Tiananmen Square vigil organisers found guilty in Hong Kong of ‘inciting subversion’
Andre Petroski Announces Next Opponent on Instagram
Former IDP: There can be no greater happiness than returning to the homeland
AI-driven literature mining speeds discovery of heat-stable lead-free dielectric materials
US warns allies and China to join Iran economic pressure campaign
Rams' Sean McVay Shares Return Timeline for Rookie OL Keagen Trost
Liberia receives first group of "third country" deportees from U.S., officials say
Bali jails Swiss tourist for insulting sacred Day of Silence
Alabama QB Battle Reportedly Has a Winner, Though Coach Won't Confirm
The next migration caravans were sent to Khankendi, Khojaly and Agdara
Great Return: The next migration caravans have been sent to Khankendi, Khojaly and Agdara
The next migration caravans were sent to Khankendi, Khojaly and Agdara - VIDEO
Week Ender archives: Is China the ‘abusive’ partner the EU just can’t quit?
Yankees' Aaron Judge Does Something He Hasn't Done Since May
Four railway workers die after being struck by limited-express train in Tochigi
Big 12 Faces Backlash From Doctors Over Monster Energy Patch
A resident returning to Khojaly: It is a very happy and exciting day
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Hong Kong's Tiananmen activists guilty in national security trial
Panama canal to reduce shipping as El Niño strikes vital route
Jury says The New York Times defamed Alabama basketball player with incorrect story about shooting
Surprising 49ers Cut Candidate Emerges Ahead of Roster Deadline
CNPC Turkmenistan announces tender for well testing, perforation services
Catholic Schools NSW boss sacked after appearance at Icac inquiry into alleged Liberal party corruption
Mariners Call Up No. 5 Overall Prospect for MLB Debut
Shanghai’s answer to Nasdaq outstrips Hong Kong amid Chinese tech frenzy
Burnham will divert ‘significant’ resources out of civil service, says No. 10 North chief
Trump: Some friendly countries in the Middle East have taken a neutral position in the conflict with Iran
Anthropic expects to match or top SpaceX’s record IPO size
After GERD, can Egypt shape Ethiopia’s next Nile dams?
Scorching summer triggers record rockfalls in Alps, scientist says
Kissinger's wife died
US sanctions more Cuban companies and officials
Nikola Jokic Gets Honest About Victor Wembanyama After France-Serbia Clash
ChatGPT can now control iMessage, potentially raising Apple privacy concerns
Navy considers scrapping plan to name carrier after Black hero so it can be named for Trump
Trump: We had no choice but to operate against Iran
Venezuelans, Cubans, Colombians arrive in African nation under Trump deportation deal
En brandissant la carte Breton, Bayrou fâche les bayrouistes
Sánchez has one year until Spain’s election deadline. The odds are against him.
The drone war is coming for global shipping
There’ll be some ups and downs: The politics of theme parks
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Former Charger Criticizes Team After OL Injury
North Korea is ratcheting up its anti-Japan rhetoric
A private company will protect US oil facilities in the Middle East from UAVs
Jerry Jones Plans to Make Cowboys Players Pay for $500,000 NFL Fine
Nissin’s new cold-water instant noodles sell out in a week
Chris Hansen Says He Refused to ‘Sign His Life Away’ to Preview Robert Pattinson’s ‘Primetime,’ So A24 Wouldn’t Screen It for Him
Century-old physics idea explains why cubic fluid equations work
Brazil launches AI supercomputer push while balancing US and Chinese tech
Robert Griffin III Sends Message to Fernando Mendoza for Raiders Season
South Korea seeks China’s help as Trump pushes for Kim talks
Cardinals Top CB Nears Return 8 Months After Achilles Tear
Kyrgyzstan's GDP grows 11.1% in first seven months of 2026
Hong Kong's Tiananmen vigil organisers convicted by court
Vance: It is difficult to predict how long Iran will withstand the economic pressure of the United States
Giants-Dolphins brawl: Multiple players removed from joint practice, teams could face NFL punishment
Phillies Claim 6-Foot-5 Pitcher Off Waivers From Diamondbacks
Tunisia increases oil imports from Azerbaijan more than threefold
Court ends case against police charged over tasering and pepper spraying ‘vulnerable’ First Nations man
Karmelo Anthony seeks new trial over evidence withheld from jury
Japan executes 58-year-old man convicted of killing five in 2009 Osaka pachinko parlor arson
On the Radio, Trump Has a Reunion (of Sorts) With Michael Cohen
Panama Canal to limit shipping ahead of extreme weather during El Nino
Sycophancy in stereo as former Trump hater Michael Cohen loses his nerve
Antigovernment protesters take to Tunisia’s streets for second month
Eagles' Saquon Barkley Reacts to No Longer Being NFL's Highest-Paid RB
Yuki Tsunoda happy to cut beach vacation short to race at Dutch Grand Prix
02:0044
Federal Wild Horse Sales Surge Under Trump Amid Slaughter Concerns
Former Yankees Infielder, 36, Announces Immediate Retirement From MLB
Imran Khan was transferred from prison to his hospital
Jon Landau Remembers ‘Generous Friend’ and Springsteen Biographer Dave Marsh
US Treasury sanctions Ecuador-to-US cocaine trafficking network
Jurors hear Tupac murder suspect say nephew fired shots that killed rapper
Jameis Winston Gets Hit in Massive Brawl at Dolphins-Giants Joint Practice
The United States is taking an emergency measure to reduce the price of gasoline
USS Lincoln heads home after extended deployment to the Middle East
Pistons' Jalen Duren Linked to Lakers If Detroit Doesn't Bite
Taliban release two detained UN staff members in Afghanistan
Clippers Have a Choice to Make on Top Remaining Free Agent
Iran, the economy and mending fences: Top takeaways from Trump interview with friend-turned-foe Michael Cohen
Jaxson Dart Explains the Importance of WR Malik Nabers
Tourist sign translations made more culturally fluent by AI system
Brian Burns Believes Giants Defense is Already Regular-Season Ready
Panama Canal to cut daily transits as El Niño grips region
Dodgers Veteran Predicts Late-Season Rebound from Kyle Tucker
Vice President JD Vance blasts Mamdani, El-Sayed, AOC and Ossoff in rapid-fire TikTok roast
El Niño set to be 'strongest in living memory', says Met Office
Saquon Barkley Wants to 'Go to War' for Eagles OC Sean Mannion
NFL Levies Heavy Punishment on Cowboys, Saints for Fighting at Practice
Brandon Flowers: Is fame worth it? I'm not sure anymore
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Tupac Shakur trial: ‘Keffe D’ told detectives years ago his nephew fired the shots
Tesla, Uber, and Waymo all get the OK to operate thousands of robotaxis in Nevada
Bulls Have a Nick Richards Decision to Make
Ronaldinho was introduced as a football player of the Italian club "Ravenna".
Ariana Grande Slams Trump Admin After It Uses ‘We Can’t Be Friends’ in TikTok Video: ‘Your Truth is False’
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Kyrgyzstan reveals concentration of shopping centers in key cities
Patriots QB Drake Maye Delivers High Praise for Jalen Hurts
2026 Fantasy football draft prep: Experts reveal rankings, tiers, top 150 picks, rookie strategy
Rain to stop in time for weekend as sun returns
AI data startup Micro1 reaches $500M gross run rate amid AI training boom
US deports nearly 2,300 Mexicans to Guatemala over Mexico’s objections
Browns HC Todd Monken Eases Concern on Quinshon Judkins Injury
Lions CB Exits Practice With Non-Contact Injury
Broken toilets, leaking roofs: Why India's 'cockroach' party wants to fix schools
Carville unloads on DSA socialists: 'Don't use our god---- name'
Bodycam video shows Oklahoma secretary of state’s arrest outside McDonald’s on public intoxication allegation
Occupational health challenges require more than individual support, new doctoral study shows
Iran war live: US vows toughest Iran sanctions, urges China support
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USS Abraham Lincoln leaves Middle East after 9-month deployment
Trump: The US had no choice but to attack Iran
Jaafar Jackson: ‘Michael’ Sequel Will Give ‘More Insight’ Into Child Abuse Allegations and ‘Let His Voice Be Heard’
U.S. Army phases out new drone battalion, despite being far behind in drone race
Jurors hear 'Keffe D' say his nephew fired fatal shots at Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
In Brazil, a bus crashed into a plane that was about to take off
The pilot of the plane that collided with the police helicopter in the USA died
Ariana Grande Blasts Trump Administration for Using ‘We Can’t Be Friends’ in Social Post: ‘Your Truth Is False’
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Scarce emergence of new species drove the decline of African megaherbivores, study suggests
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Obama strategist turns on rising Dem star over viral Trump attack: 'Gratuitous and unnecessary'
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s ‘Road Trip’ Highlights America, and Some of Its Sponsors
China hosts second Humanoid Robot Games as arms race with U.S. heats up
Why Nigeria's one-time political giant may face extinction
Thinner lenses, brighter colors: Metalens research clears two hurdles for AR and VR glasses
Houthis and government trade attacks as Yemen slides back to full-scale war
Turkmenistan strikes new commercial gas flows at key onshore fields
Fantasy Baseball Prospects Report: Kade Anderson a must-have amid promotion news; Ralphy Velazquez gains steam
A plane collided with a helicopter in the United States
Uzbekistan's trade services reach $14.3 bln in 1H 2026
How much could Trump's 'economic D-Day' hurt Iran?
Second polling firm admits to fabricating data after fake survey rocks LA mayor’s race
Google Pixel 11 Review: Minor Upgrade
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Democrats Within Striking Distance of Flipping Two Major Trump Strongholds
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Hong Kong court to deliver verdict for 2 prominent former Tiananmen vigil organizers
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Mariners reportedly calling up top pitching prospect Kade Anderson with postseason hopes fading
Woman Charged in Alleged Plot to Bomb the New York State Capitol
What is Bessent doing with the $32tn Treasury market — and will it work?
Premier League: 10 things to look out for as the new season kicks off
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US charges woman for allegedly plotting attack on New York State Capitol
El-Sayed booked for major Islamic convention alongside clerics with radical pasts
Rising carbon dioxide is supercharging grass growth in African savannas, study finds
DeChambeau opens up on 'tough' struggles over LIV Golf future
