GDACS records magnitude 5 earthquake in Indonesia; 1.2 million potentially within 100 km
The Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS) recorded an earthquake in Indonesia on 25/08/2026 at 14:58 UTC, magnitude 5 and depth 10 km.
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U.S. launches 'Operation Economic Outcast' to cut Iran's revenues; administration warns commercial partners
The U.S. Treasury, via Secretary Scott Bessent, announced a campaign described as an "economic war" — or "economic D‑day" — against Iran, with sanctions on five sectors and secondary penalties for countries and companies that continue to trade with Tehran.
Trump calls Strait of Hormuz 'American territory'; blockade redirects 68 ships, Iran allows some Iraqi oil tankers
At a rally in South Carolina, the U.S. president said he views the Strait of Hormuz as 'American territory'.
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Coal profits surge in the Iran war: who benefits and what changes
The war between the US/Israel and Iran reduced global oil and LNG supply, forcing countries to rely more on coal; producers report higher profits and the energy transition is delayed.
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Reports of shortages and mental strain aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln; replacement ship en route
Reports of rationed meals, broken plumbing, and mental strain on the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln raise concerns; another ship will be sent to relieve it.
Houthis attack Marib and al-Makha: 4 dead, 8 injured
Missile and drone attacks by the Houthis hit Marib city and the port of al-Makha (Mocha) overnight, leaving four dead and eight injured, according to state media and the director of al-Makha airport. Port operations in al-Makha were suspended, and there were military counterattacks.
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Lebanese Americans sue US and firms over alleged Leahy Law violation in Lebanon war
Michigan group and 16 American citizens filed a class action against the U.S. government and defense manufacturers, alleging that support to Israel violated the Leahy Law and damaged properties of Americans in Lebanon.
Car allegedly drove into and hit protester at anti‑racism march in Melbourne; police investigating
In Broadmeadows, participants in an anti‑racism march of more than 150 people say a car drove into the group on 25 July and hit a protester; Victoria Police is investigating.
Solar eclipse on Wednesday: 980 million will be able to see it; where totality will occur and how to observe
On Wednesday about 980 million people will be able to observe a solar eclipse; parts of Europe will experience totality and there are clear safety and viewing guidelines.