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US Senate passes Russia sanctions that could hurt India and China
The US Senate approved its strongest move against Russia under Trump.
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Trilateral Mecca defence pact signed, as Hormuz deal looms
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Inside the results: How redistricting shaped Tennessee’s primary election
Tennessee’s party primaries saw incumbent Representative Andy Ogles ousted and set up a heated race for District 9.
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War on Iran: Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan sign defence pact
Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan have signed a trilateral defence pact in Mecca aimed at deterring aggression.
Published On 7 Aug 2026
US labour market sheds jobs in July as labour force participation slumps
US labour market loses 23,000 jobs in July as education, government and retail sectors record significant declines.
Argentina and Mexico back Infantino, deepening FIFA divide: What to know
How does FIFA presidency stand? Norway wants resignation, but Argentina and Mexico join Africa in Gianni Infantino camp.
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Trump says war ‘can’t go much longer’ – what’s the latest on talks?
Reports suggest that Tehran is discussing a bill barring US and Israeli vessels from passing the Strait of Hormuz.
‘De-escalation’: Europe hesitates as US pushes for Hormuz naval mission
The UK and France are not seeking confrontation with Iran in the US-Israeli war Europe largely rejected, say analysts.
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The other classroom: Returning to sacred knowledge
Why doctors, lawyers and other professionals are turning to Darul Qasim in Chicago to rediscover Islamic scholarship.
Africa backs Infantino as CAF unanimously votes in FIFA president’s favour
CAF president Patrice Motsepe calls for good governance, as Africa throws weight behind FIFA’s Gianni Infantino.
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Mexico deploys troops to secure avocado region after US halts imports
Mexico deployed more than 1,500 troops to its main avocado-producing state after the US suspended export inspections.
Published On 7 Aug 2026
Anti-Muslim US Congressman Andy Ogles loses Republican primary
Trump’s endorsement fails to save Tennessee legislator who recently said ‘Muslims don’t belong in American society’.
