Hungarian President Signs Constitutional Amendment Ending His Own Term
President Tamás Sulyok signed the seventeenth amendment to Hungary's Fundamental Law on Saturday, ending his own mandate as president.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
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NYC Mayor Considers Arresting Netanyahu at UN
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has expressed consideration for arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a United Nations meeting.
Mamdani says he believes Israeli PM belongs in The Hague.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani, New York City Mayor
EU to permit continued CO₂ emissions from industries
The European Commission has confirmed that EU industries will be allowed to continue emitting planet-warming CO₂ gases well into the 2040s.
Israel reclassifies crocodiles for prison security
Israeli Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman has reclassified crocodiles from wild animals to 'captive-bred wildlife', paving the way for their use in deterring prisonbreaks.
Spanish footballer Capdevila appeals to Trump for US entry
Former Spanish defender Joan Capdevila has appealed to President Donald Trump for assistance after being denied permission to enter the United States for Sunday's World Cup final.
Dark Shadows writer Joe Caldwell dies at 97
Joe Caldwell, known for his work on the original 'Dark Shadows' TV series, died following a stroke on Monday at the age of 97.
British runner Josh Kerr breaks men’s mile world record
Britain's Josh Kerr set a new world record in the men's mile with a time of 3 minutes and 42.66 seconds at a Diamond League event on Saturday, breaking the previous record that stood since 1999.
Venezuelan earthquake death toll exceeds 5,000
The death toll from earthquakes in Venezuela's northern coastal region has surpassed 5,000 following the disaster last month.
British athlete Kerr breaks world record in London
Britain's Josh Kerr won the men's one mile event at the IAAF Diamond League athletics competition in London on July 18, 2026, setting a new world record.
Petroleum minister announces daily fuel price review
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik announced a new regime for daily fuel price reviews, effective January 29, 2023, to curb market abuse and windfall gains.
Women buy kitchen items from street vendors
Women in Pakistan are purchasing kitchen-related items from street vendors, as reported by the Associated Press of Pakistan.
Trump Media offered $100,000 fee for exclusive US president posts
Sources indicate that Trump's social media company has discussed charging Wall Street traders and investors a monthly fee of $100,000 for the fastest access to President Biden's posts.
DPM Dar urges adherence to Islamabad MoU in Kuwaiti FM call
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has urged adherence to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding during a phone call with Kuwait’s Foreign Minister, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
MoFEPT Collaborates with Nestlé Pakistan for Children’s Health
The Ministry of Family Welfare and Population Control (MoFEPT) has partnered with Nestlé Pakistan to promote healthy lifestyles among children.
World Cup 2026: Fans struggle with basic records
During the World Cup 2026, fans were asked about basic tournament records, revealing a lack of knowledge among supporters.
World Cup final sets stage for Spain vs Argentina
The World Cup final on Sunday will see Spain, unbeaten in 37 matches, face Argentina, known for its dramatic comebacks. Rising star Lamine Yamal will compete against Lionel Messi.
US Democrats split on Israel aid ahead of midterms
US House Democrats were divided in a near-even split during a vote this week to cut military aid to Israel, which was defeated due to almost total Republican opposition. The vote reflects growing divisions among left-leaning voters regarding support for Israel amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza.
Mango Festival Opens in DHA Multan
Additional Chief Secretary Fuad Hashim Rabbani inaugurated a two-day Mango Festival at DHA Multan on Saturday, highlighting the region’s mango varieties and agricultural potential.
China promotes AI weather system MAZU as global public good
At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, China positioned its AI-driven weather early-warning system, MAZU, as a public good for developing countries, targeting exports to 30 nations over five years.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas Celebrates Birthday with ‘Varanasi’ Stills
Two character stills of Priyanka Chopra Jonas from S.S. Rajamouli’s upcoming film 'Varanasi' were released to mark her birthday.
Islamabad hires lobbying firm for US security and investment
The government of Pakistan has hired the Capitol Hill-based Ervin Graves Strategy Group to enhance cooperation with the United States on security matters and attract mineral investments.
Pakistan raises $16.2 billion in external financing
The government of Pakistan has raised $16.2 billion through external financing, including a $3 billion time deposit from Saudi Arabia and $420 million from the IMF under its climate finance facility.
Samsung and LG expand nanotech focus in AI era
At Nano Korea 2026, Samsung Electronics emphasized its integrated semiconductor solutions, while the LG Group demonstrated advancements in semiconductor equipment and materials.
D.I. Khan admin intensifies fuel supply checks
The district administration of D.I. Khan has initiated round-the-clock inspections of filling stations to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply and prevent shortages, hoarding, and profiteering.
South Korea’s semiconductor strategies face gaps
South Korea’s technology policies, including the K-Moonshot initiative and two previous semiconductor strategies, have been drafted by different government bodies but share common characteristics according to a recent column.
EU approves €659 million for German chip plants
The European Commission has approved a €659 million subsidy for four semiconductor facilities in Germany, aimed at boosting European chip-making capacity and reducing dependencies.
US scrutinizes Samsung and SK Hynix over memory chip capacity expansion
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are facing increased US regulatory attention as they expand their memory chip fabrication capabilities in South Korea.
Pakistan warns Iran over Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Pakistan expressed strong concerns over Houthi attacks, describing them as a 'red line'.
France and England to play for third place in World Cup
France and England will compete for the third place in the World Cup on Saturday, after both teams failed to reach the final.
The best thing for France and England would be for this match not to exist,
Didier Deschamps, France coach
China shifts AI focus to super-node systems at WAIC
The World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai highlighted China's strategic pivot from single-chip performance to system-level 'super-nodes' as chip curbs intensify.