Russia’s Medvedev warns Georgian breakaway regions could be annexed

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev accuses West of creating tensions over Georgia by discussing NATO membership.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/23/russias-medvedev-warns-georgian-breakaway-regions-could-be-annexed

What to expect at the first 2024 Republican presidential debate

Republican presidential hopefuls are gathering in Wisconsin, hoping to chip away at ex-President Donald Trump's lead.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/22/what-to-expect-at-the-first-2024-republican-presidential-debate

New York Mayor Eric Adams meets with Netanyahu, protest leaders in Israel

Visiting Israel has become a tradition for mayors of New York City, home to the largest Jewish community outside Israel.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/22/new-york-mayor-eric-adams-meets-with-netanyahu-protest-leaders-in-israel

Microsoft revamps Activision deal to get UK approval

Microsoft will sell cloud streaming rights outside of EU to current and new Activision games to a French game studio.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/8/22/microsoft-revamps-activision-deal-to-get-uk-approval

Cambodian parliamentarians elect Hun Sen’s son, Hun Manet, as new PM

Hun Manet is now the prime minister but Hun Sen will remain very much at the centre of power, analysts say.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/22/cambodian-parliamentarians-elect-hun-sens-son-hun-manet-as-new-pm

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 545

As the war enters its 545th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/22/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-545

Israeli missile fire allegedly injures soldier near Syrian capital Damascus

The missile fire is the latest attack in an ongoing shadow conflict unfolding in Syria between Israel and Iran.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/21/israeli-missile-fire-allegedly-injures-soldier-near-syrian-capital-damascus

Georgia judge sets bond at $200,000 for former US President Donald Trump

The bond agreement comes ahead of a deadline for Trump and his 18 co-defendants to surrender on Friday to Fulton County.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/21/georgia-judge-sets-bond-at-two-hundred-thousand-dollars-for-former-us-president-donald-trump

I saw the tarmac murder that haunts the Philippines 40 years later

Benigno Aquino Jr's killing sparked the revolt that ousted Ferdinand Marcos, the autocrat whose son now rules the nation

source https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2023/8/21/i-saw-the-tarmac-murder-that-haunts-the-philippines-40-years-later

Arevalo wins Guatemala presidency in landslide amid hopes for change

Anti-corruption campaigner promises to tackle widespread corruption and violence that has fuelled migration to the US.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/21/arevalo-wins-guatemala-presidency-in-landslide-amid-hopes-for-change

Tropical Storm Hilary drenches usually arid southern California

California Governor Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency as rare storm brings unprecedented rain.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/21/tropical-storm-hilary-drenches-usually-arid-southern-california

Kim Jong Un oversees cruise missile test, S Korea-US military drills start

North Korean leader has pledged 'overwhelming' response to this month's military exercises by South Korea and US.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/21/kim-jong-un-oversees-cruise-missile-test-s-korea-us-military-drills-start

Singapore employers using police to threaten domestic workers, report says

More than 80 percent of police reports made by bosses against their maids do not lead to charges, rights group says.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/8/21/singapore-employers-using-police-to-control-domestic-workers-report-says

Ukraine ‘sky shield getting stronger’ as allies supply coveted F-16s

Zelenskyy's announcement that European allies will provide fighter jets comes during a visit to their capitals.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/kyiv-hails-dutch-danish-decision-to-supply-f-16-jets-to-ukraine

‘We are equal’: Spanish fans celebrate Women’s World Cup win

Spain's women's national football team win their first World Cup, defeating England 1-0 on Sunday.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/we-are-equal-spanish-fans-celebrate-womens-world-cup-win

Mexico, California brace for ‘catastrophic’ flooding as hurricane nears

Despite weakening, hurricane remains treacherous as it is likely to cause flash floods, strong winds and power outages.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/mexico-california-brace-for-catastrophic-flooding-as-hurricane-nears

‘There are still struggles’: Fixing the diversity gap in women’s football

As the Women's World Cup draws to a close, some say a lack of diversity remains a significant issue for European teams.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2023/8/20/womens-world-cup-football-diversity-england-france-germany

Suspected IED attack kills 11 labourers in Pakistan’s North Waziristan

Police officials say the labourers, working on an under-construction army post, were killed when their truck exploded.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/suspected-ied-attack-kills-11-labourers-in-pakistans-north-waziristan

US urges China to cease Taiwan pressure; Lai slams election interference

Taiwanese officials slam China's war games around island as a bid to intimidate voters ahead of presidential election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/us-urges-china-to-cease-taiwan-pressure-as-lai-slams-election-interference

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 543

These are the main developments as Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its 543rd day.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-543

Niger coup leader proposes three-year transition to civilian rule

Abdourahmane Tchiani warns that any military intervention in Niger 'will not be a walk in the park' for those involved.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/20/niger-coup-leader-proposes-three-year-transition-to-civilian-rule