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August 5, 2026

200,000 people received humanitarian assistance after Venezuela quakes: UN

The UN says response continues to expand more than five weeks after the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, as 200,000 people have received humanitarian assistance.

Venezuela Earthquake
August 5, 2026

Three Nigerians, 22 others to lose U.S. citizenship for immigration fraud, lying on oath

In 2014, Ms Olaniyi (as Thomas) was convicted in federal court for passport fraud after fingerprint checks revealed her true identity to be Olaniyi.

A U.S. Court, a gavel and U.S. passport.
August 4, 2026

Israel, Lebanon begin fresh round of U.S.-brokered talks in Rome

The negotiations, scheduled to run until Thursday, come as Lebanon seeks a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from its southern region.

Isaac Herzog and Joseph Aoun
August 4, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Iran says talks with Oman on vessel transit continue

Iranian authorities said the talks with Oman have been positive at both the technical and political levels as the two countries move close to reaching an agreement.

Vessels along Strait of Hormuz (Photo credit: Benoit Tessier/File Photo/Reuters]
August 4, 2026

Moderna begins Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine trial

The trial marks a significant step in efforts to develop a vaccine against the virus driving the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DRC.

Ebola vaccine
August 4, 2026

U.S. says Iran deal may reopen Strait of Hormuz by Wednesday

Mr Bessent said prices could decline further when the strait reopens to commercial shipping.

Ships awaiting to pass the Strait of Hormuz
August 4, 2026

Queues, delays at airports as EU launches biometric border system

The European Commission attributed the development to technical problems.

Queues
August 4, 2026

Canada deports 205 Nigerians, 10,402 Indians, Americans, Mexicans, others

Nigeria rank among top 10 illegal immigrants deported from Canada in June.

CBSA officers, Canada flag and Air Canada.
August 4, 2026

37-year-old ex-convict arrested over 700 buildings lost to Washington fire

Mr Farinacci became a person of interest in the case after a witness told the authorities that they saw a man around the Old Trails Fire before it started.

Spokane County fire
August 4, 2026

Alexandra Eala becomes first Filipino to win WTA singles title in DC Open

The rising star made history as the first Filipino to clinch the title moving her from No. 28 to No. 20 on the world rankings with 2,106 points.

Alexandra Eala.