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Venezuela abandons Nicolás Maduro to fate in US jailhttps://www.ft.com/content/51d68f38-df09-4f78-bb80-02a4b4684235?syn-25a6b1a6=1Government makes no mention of freeing former leader after nearly two weeks of talksAug 19, 2026 4:00 AM

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Suspended Reform UK member vows to fight to remain in partyhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gd1mez8zvo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rssTim Montgomerie says his appeal will be a test of whether the party can tolerate free speech.Aug 19, 2026 3:34 AM
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Natasha Cloud scores a career-high 35 as the Sky beat the Liberty 93-86https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/natasha-cloud-scores-career-high-032603717.htmlNatasha Cloud scored a career-high 35 points to go with nine rebounds and six assists, and the Chicago Sky beat the New York Liberty 93-86 on Tuesday night. Cloud matched her previous best of 31 points on a jumper from the free-throw line with 1:17 left for an 86-84 lead. After New York missed a 3-pointer, the Sky's Kamilla Cardoso made a basket in the lane with 39.9 seconds left.Aug 19, 2026 3:26 AM

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First Nations MP resigns from NT parliament, accusing government of passing laws which are ‘dehumanising, oppressing and destroying’ Indigenous peoplehttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/19/first-nations-mp-yingiya-guyula-resigns-nt-parliament-slow-genocide-indigenous-people-ntwnfbYolngu independent Yiŋiya Guyula accused the CLP of ‘contributing to the breakdown of our culture and people, in what is becoming a slow genocide’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA First Nations MP from the Northern Territory has resigned from parliament, accusing the ruling Country Liberal party of introducing laws th...Aug 19, 2026 2:46 AM

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US-led drills to end six days early, South Korea says, amid Trump push for Kim Jong-un talkshttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/19/us-south-korea-army-drills-cut-trump-push-kim-jong-un-talksSouth Korea’s joint chiefs of staff said the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise would end on 21 August at the request of the USSouth Korea’s military has confirmed that joint military drills with the US will be cut short, days after Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to scale back the exercises.In a statement on Wednesday, South Korea’s joint chiefs of staff said at the request of the US side, the Ulchi...Aug 19, 2026 2:18 AM
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Heat Predicted to Land 6-Time NBA All-Star Despite Major Financial Hurdlehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/heat-predicted-land-6-time-020407400.htmlThe Miami Heat are predicted to land one of the biggest names still available in NBA free agency despite facing a major financial hurdle. The post Heat Predicted to Land 6-Time NBA All-Star Despite Major Financial Hurdle appeared first on HEAVY.Aug 19, 2026 2:04 AM

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‘Prepare early’: bushfire authorities sound alarm for NT, NSW and Queenslandhttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/19/bushfire-danger-risk-heightened-fire-australia-nt-nsw-queenslandEffects of global heating in NT worsened by ‘dangerous and fire-promoting buffel grass’, expert saysFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFire authorities have warned large parts of the Northern Territory are facing heightened fire danger throughout spring, with above average fuel loads leaving much of the territory vulnera...Aug 19, 2026 1:00 AM
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Proposed 3-Team NBA Trade Sees Lakers Finally Land Jonathan Kumingahttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/proposed-3-team-nba-trade-002244940.htmlJonathan Kuminga remains one of the most intriguing free agent wildcards this deep into the offseason. Despite rampant ties to the Los Angeles Lakers, nothing has been confirmed on where he will play this upcoming season. The Lakers are an interesting option. They have wing needs on the roster and have reportedly established contact with […] The post Proposed 3-Team NBA Trade Sees Lakers Finally L...Aug 19, 2026 12:22 AM

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Erin Patterson appeal live: mushroom murderer to challenge convictions over fatal beef wellington lunchhttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/aug/19/erin-patterson-appeal-live-mushroom-murders-court-australia-victoria-ntwnfbVictorian court of appeal to consider whether triple murder and attempted murder guilty verdicts should be quashedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWelcome to our live coverage of Erin Patterson’s appeals.It’s been more than a year since a Victorian jury found Patterson guilty of murdering three of her estranged husband’s elderly relatives and attempting to murder a fourth...Aug 18, 2026 11:54 PM
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Timberwolves Named ‘Best Fit’, Poised To Hijack Lakers Kuminga Trade Pursuit: Reporthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/timberwolves-named-best-fit-poised-232221385.htmlThe Minnesota Timberwolves could beat out the Los Angeles Lakers to land top free agent target Jonathan Kuminga, per new NBA trade rumors. The post Timberwolves Named ‘Best Fit’, Poised To Hijack Lakers Kuminga Trade Pursuit: Report appeared first on HEAVY.Aug 18, 2026 11:22 PM
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‘Mike Evans Is Cooked,’ ‘Vibes Are Terrible’ — NFL Fans React As 49ers WR Exits Practice With Latest Injuryhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mike-evans-cooked-vibes-terrible-230139617.htmlSan Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans exited Tuesday’s joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers with a left foot/ankle injury. Evans, who joined the 49ers in free agency after a legendary stint with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has been dealing with a quadriceps injury throughout training camp.Aug 18, 2026 11:01 PM

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Bills sign Super Bowl winner Greg Gaines to defensive linehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/bills-sign-super-bowl-winner-225503595.htmlThe Bills added to their defensive line by signing free agent Greg Gaines prior to the team’s second preseason matchup against the Browns.Aug 18, 2026 10:55 PM
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Nakobe Dean embracing leadership role during Las Vegas Raiders’ training camphttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nakobe-dean-embracing-leadership-role-214400290.htmlFree-agent addition is taking command of the defense early onAug 18, 2026 9:44 PM
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Patriots announce new release after OL Greg Van Roten signinghttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/patriots-announce-release-ol-greg-212333719.htmlThe Patriots cut tight end Mitch Van Vooren to free up space on the roster for their newest signee Greg Van Roten.Aug 18, 2026 9:23 PM
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LB Shaq Thompson, DL DaQuan Jones visit Patriotshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lb-shaq-thompson-dl-daquan-211614669.htmlThe Patriots met with a pair of veteran defensive free agents on Tuesday.Aug 18, 2026 9:16 PM
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Midtown Jiu Jitsu has another large medal haul at Brooklyn eventhttps://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqAFBVV95cUxOSVNBdUhidURVcklNS1hUNXJHeUY2dkhkZXhmN0lvMC0xMkRacGdIQl9jd0x1MFhYSjBYYWpCUVRZZ3h4cTBmWXRFb09lSFRSOUxub3otUGNvYm1vTldMSnlnRDc2d1JHaURlM3NsX19nTjlMOUpyaHg2WkpIVGdMejZVVV84LUVwVGhYLXUtcjBZZU1JVWx6bFB2Qm8tWDdlVW5YcnpZdk4?oc=5Midtown Jiu Jitsu has another large medal haul at Brooklyn event dailyfreeman.comAug 18, 2026 8:57 PM
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Colts place basketball player Carson Towt on IR, sign former Indiana tacklehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/colts-place-basketball-player-carson-204420054.htmlColts signed two offensive tackles while veteran Luke Tenuta and undrafted free agent Nolan Rucci deal with injuriesAug 18, 2026 8:44 PM
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4 wide receivers Saints could target after Jordyn Tyson's injuryhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/4-wide-receivers-saints-could-203833912.htmlWith Jordyn Tyson expected to miss as much as two months, here are four wide receivers the Saints could target through a trade or free agency.Aug 18, 2026 8:38 PM

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Australia politics live: NDIS reforms to pass parliament today after 63 amendments get Coalition on sidehttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/aug/19/australia-politcs-live-ndis-reform-coalition-labor-anthony-albanese-angus-taylor-mark-butler-david-pocock-question-time-tax-superannuation-ntwnfbBill passed Senate on Wednesday evening and is due back in lower house today. Follow today’s news liveFollow our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live news blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it’ll be Krishani Dhanji with the main action.The government’s controversial NDIS bill will pass the lower house today after it we...Aug 18, 2026 8:33 PM