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Recalls paint only part of the food safety picture

Recalls of lettuce, jalapeno peppers and eggs because of foodborne illness outbreaks have put a spotlight on the safety of the U.S. food supply. How much do the recalls tell us?

Health npr.org 26.08.2026

For the First Time, a Selection of Islamic Masterpieces From the Louvre Is Coming to the United States. See the Treasures Soon to Be Displayed at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art

Twenty-six works spanning many centuries and regions will form the September exhibition titled "From the Louvre: Masterpieces of Islamic Art"

Journal smithsonianmag.com 26.08.2026

Thai woman jailed in Myanmar for immigration offense may face US diplomat murder trial

It's not clear whether she has been formally charged with murder, or even whether a murder investigation is still ongoing, a lawyer said

World independent.co.uk 26.08.2026

US imposes sanctions on Palestine Action and other left-wing groups

Palestine Action's Huda Ammori says Trump's penalties should be a 'wake-up call' for UK to lift ban on the group.

World aljazeera.com 26.08.2026

America’s summer Covid surge is producing new symptoms. Here’s what to look out for

Coronavirus levels are now growing or likely growing in all but two states

World independent.co.uk 26.08.2026

The U.S. economy is better than it looks — but it might be due for a slowdown

Consumer spending soared in the second quarter. A repeat is unlikely.

Finance marketwatch.com 26.08.2026

US inflation remains sticky in July

Inflation has worsened since the US and Israel attacked Iran, sending energy prices spiralling.

World aljazeera.com 26.08.2026

US issues sanctions against UK-based direct action group Palestine Action

US labels group ‘global terrorist’ as its legal challenge against proscription in UK nears supreme court hearingThe US ⁠has ​issued sanctions against ⁠the UK-based direct action organisation Palestine

World theguardian.com 26.08.2026

Why Hormuz remains high risk for ships despite US claims of mine-clearing

Analysts say mine clearance alone is unlikely to make shipping 'safe' in the Strait of Hormuz.

World aljazeera.com 26.08.2026

US seizes domains of Chinese botnet used to hack NASA, Justice Department, and the Senate

The FBI has seized domains associated with a botnet that allowed Chinese-backed hackers to breach several U.S. government departments.

Tech techcrunch.com 26.08.2026

The ugly math on interest expenses, yields and the $40 trillion U.S. national debt

Finance marketwatch.com 26.08.2026

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's Plan to Calm the Bond Market Could Have Unintended Consequences for Fed Chair Kevin Warsh

Finance finance.yahoo.com 26.08.2026

Iran emphasises self-sufficiency in battle against US economic war

Iranian authorities believe they can withstand US sanctions, but warn of a tough year ahead.

World aljazeera.com 26.08.2026

US to conduct trilateral military exercise with South Korea and Japan

The United States will conduct a trilateral military exercise with South Korea and Japan.

Azerbaijan azernews.az 26.08.2026

One Of Singapore's Largest REITs Plans To Sell 40% Of Its U.S. Data Centers

Finance finance.yahoo.com 26.08.2026

On a roll: Canada trade war could hike toilet paper costs for Americans

Canada’s retaliatory tariffs are set to take effect September 8

World independent.co.uk 26.08.2026

QAnon conspiracy theories continue to haunt US politics 10 years later

Amid the U.S. war with Iran, some government officials have turned to QAnon for inspiration

World independent.co.uk 26.08.2026

Syria removed: Which countries are still on the US ‘terror’ list – and why?

The US decision leaves three nations - Cuba, Iran and North Korea - on its 'State Sponsors of Terrorism' blacklist.

World aljazeera.com 26.08.2026

US declares drought disaster for parts of Puerto Rico as dry conditions persist

The U.S. government has announced a drought disaster for more than two dozen cities and towns in Puerto Rico as water woes deepen across the U.S. territory, with no relief in sight

World abcnews.com 26.08.2026

When Will Pause on US Visa Appointments End? Three Scenarios

During his second term in office, Trump has moved to tighten entry into the U.S. with the goal of improving domestic security.

Politics newsweek.com 26.08.2026