U.S. appeals court upholds EPA designation of PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances
The D.C. Circuit upheld the EPA designation of PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances under CERCLA.
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The Asian Development Bank is seeking $2 billion for efforts addressing land degradation and desertification.
Canada-U.S. trade tensions escalate as tariffs are defended
Trade tensions between Canada and the United States are continuing to escalate, while the U.S. administration defends tariffs.
China shifts economically from major seller toward major buyer
A report indicates a change in China’s economic role from a major seller to a major buyer.
Alfalfa sprouts recalled over E. coli and salmonella concerns
Alfalfa sprouts have been recalled because of possible E. coli and salmonella contamination.
Ottawa business seeks to reduce reliance on U.S. clients amid tariffs
An Ottawa business is considering a shift away from U.S. clients amid new tariffs.
Holy See diplomat visits Russia for talks with Lavrov
The Vatican's top diplomat has arrived in Russia and is scheduled to meet Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The supplied headline provides no further details on the agenda.
Slovakia's Hlas proposes constitutional change to enable referendum-based early elections
Slovakia's Hlas party wants to amend the constitution regarding early elections initiated by referendum. The proposal concerns the country's electoral and constitutional framework.
Alleged original Pegasus espionage files offered to Spain's prime minister
Jabaroot is offering Pedro Sánchez alleged original files related to Pegasus spyware espionage. The headline does not establish the files' authenticity or the scope of the alleged surveillance.
Slovak announcement of a mixed commission draws controversy before occupation anniversary
Slovakia's announcement of a mixed commission was described as provocative ahead of the anniversary of the occupation. The supplied headline does not specify the commission's mandate or participants.
Kabila challenges U.S. sanctions in court
Joseph Kabila has taken legal action in the United States over sanctions imposed against him. The headline asks whether his case will be heard.
Trump threatens to double Canadian tariffs on cars, auto parts and steel
Donald Trump threatened to double tariffs on Canadian cars, auto parts and steel.
106 barangays in the Cordillera face landslide and flash-flood risks
Authorities identified 106 barangays in the Cordillera as at risk from landslides and flash floods due to the southwest monsoon.
Somali pirates reportedly capture Turkish ship carrying drones
Somali pirates reportedly captured a Turkish ship carrying drones.
Flood support declines in Texas Hill Country
Organizations in the Texas Hill Country said support for flood recovery has declined.
The Sandbox reports security incident affecting cross-chain bridging infrastructure
The Sandbox reported a security incident impacting its cross-chain bridging infrastructure.
Dog food recalled across Canada and the United States
Dog food has been recalled across Canada and the United States, according to the FDA.
United States tightens sanctions pressure on Iran’s economy
The United States is seeking to intensify economic pressure on Iran through sanctions. The move is described as an effort to tighten restrictions on the Iranian economy.
Rights groups sue over US sanctions against ICC officials
Rights groups have sued over sanctions imposed by the United States against International Criminal Court officials. The sanctions were intended to shield Israeli leaders, according to the headline.
Canada prepares retaliatory tariffs on listed imports
Canadian consumers are being advised to monitor products ahead of new retaliatory tariffs scheduled for September 8.
US economic pressure expands after earlier failures
A briefing reports that US coercive economic tactics have widened following previous unsuccessful efforts.
Multiple food products recalled in the United States
Clear Eyes products, Outshine bars and Publix berries were listed in recall coverage.
Five New England governors oppose NextEra-Dominion merger
Five New England governors have opposed a proposed merger between NextEra and Dominion.
Southern California faces severe summer heat waves
Southern California is experiencing heat waves marked by hotter nights and extreme daytime heat.
Zimbabwe deploys military to newly discovered oilfields
Zimbabwe has deployed military personnel in newly identified oilfield areas.
United States intensifies economic pressure on Iran
The United States has imposed or pursued intensified economic pressure on Iran, described as “economic asphyxiation.”
US agencies explore nuclear-powered commercial shipping
MARAD and CORE POWER signed an agreement to explore nuclear-powered maritime transport.
Italy sends generators amid silence over an arsenal
Italy’s prime minister sent generators while the headline reports silence surrounding an arsenal.
Israel and Hamas remain at odds over a Gaza peace agreement
The headline questions why Israel has not accepted a proposed peace agreement concerning the Gaza war.
Estonian prime minister says Russia is unlikely to attack NATO
Estonia’s prime minister assessed that Russia will not attack NATO because Moscow knows it would not pay off.
Germany’s gas reserves fall to a dangerously low level
Germany’s gas storage reserves have declined to a dangerously low level, according to the headline.
Italy considers unilateral action over fuel-price windfall profits
The European Commission said member states should decide how to address fuel-company windfall profits. Italy is prepared to act alone as fuel prices rise.
EU permits resale of Russian LNG amid debate over replacement supplies
The European Union has allowed the resale of Russian liquefied natural gas, according to the headline. Experts question whether alternative gas supplies can replace it.
Anniversary marked under bombardment
An editorial describes an anniversary taking place amid ongoing bombardment.
Road work damages pipeline, cutting water supply to 20,000 residents
Road construction damaged a pipeline and disrupted water service for about 20,000 residents.
Trial postponed for Libyan man charged in Pan Am Flight 103 bombing
A US judge postponed the trial of a Libyan man charged in connection with the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. The attack killed 270 people.
US Cyber Command restructures warfighting architecture
US Cyber Command is removing redundancies from its warfighting architecture. The headline indicates an organizational change in military cyber capabilities.
Residents plan legal action over flooded roads in Noida
Residents of Trans-Hindon are planning to approach the court over flooded roads. A local legislator acknowledged facing problems.
US announces economic campaign against Iran
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an “Economic D-Day” campaign targeting Iran. The headlines do not provide further details on the measures.
Malawi’s National Bank wired funds to a fake account in a cyber-fraud case
Malawi’s National Bank reportedly transferred funds to a fraudulent account in a case involving cyber fraud at Nocma.