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China announces countermeasures against Washington, including controls on drone exports to the U.S.
Aug 5, 2026 - World 
China announced a series of economic measures Wednesday against the United States, including controls on exports of drones to the U.S. and a ban on dealings with six American entities, in response to recent restrictions imposed by Washington.
Russian missile and drone barrage in Ukrainian capital region kills 17
Aug 5, 2026 - World
Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed 17 people and wounded 44 others overnight into Wednesday, smashing business premises and a train station, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Swimmer le Clos says his home was destroyed in a fire while he was at the Commonwealth Games
Aug 5, 2026 - World 
Olympic champion swimmer Chad le Clos says his home in South Africa was destroyed in a fire while he was at the Commonwealth Games in Scotland
A rare glimpse into Tibet, where some hope to preserve language and customs despite China's new law
Aug 5, 2026 - World
A 73-year-old retired nurse spoke her native Tibetan all her life but never learned to write it — until now
Suspect in Greek suitcase murder of Scottish aid worker appears in court
Aug 5, 2026 - World
Police have escorted a man accused of killing Scottish aid worker Elisabeth Jane Ross to court
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