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- European Commission sends migration experts to Ceuta amid crisis
- Iran Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed as US Maintains Blockade
- Russell Westbrook announces retirement from NBA after 18 seasons
- Liberals miss deadline to review significant national security legislation
- Heavy rain causes flash flood emergencies; two die in helicopter crash
- Commuters advised to check travel plans as heat alert issues ahead of 38°C temperatures
- Russia officials accused of abducting and indoctrinating thousands of Ukrainian children
- NATO concludes Russia bears full responsibility for airspace incursions
Financial Times - oil producers spring surprise output cut of more than 1mn barrels a day
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times splashes on the revelations from oil producing nations that they will be cutting back production by more than a million barrels a day.
According to the paper, the move has put Saudi Arabia on a “collision course” with the US as it attempts to boost prices.
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European Commission sends migration experts to Ceuta amid crisis
August 13, 2026
1:00 pm
The European Commission has deployed migration experts to Ceuta following the recent arrival of 80,000 migrants from Morocco, triggering a humanitarian crisis. The mission aims to assess local needs and enhance EU support for Spanish authorities amidst concerns of further mass crossings.
Iran Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed as US Maintains Blockade
August 13, 2026
12:01 pm
KAROLINE LEAVITT DEPARTS
Karoline Leavitt resigns as White House press secretary this morning amidst questions about potential replacements.
Trump’s administration faces further instability in communications strategy.
Russell Westbrook announces retirement from NBA after 18 seasons
August 13, 2026
11:00 am
Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons, sharing his decision via social media. The former MVP holds the record for career triple-doubles, with 209. Over his career, he averaged 20.9 points, 8.0 assists, and 6.9 rebounds while playing for seven teams.
Liberals miss deadline to review significant national security legislation
August 13, 2026
10:00 am
Bill C-59 has transformed Canada’s national security framework by establishing the CSE Act, which expands the powers of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and introduces civilian oversight mechanisms for the first time. This legislative change aims to enhance accountability in security operations.
Heavy rain causes flash flood emergencies; two die in helicopter crash
August 13, 2026
8:00 am
Heavy rainfall has led to flash flooding emergencies in multiple regions, while a military helicopter crash resulted in two fatalities. Authorities are assessing the damage and coordinating response efforts as conditions continue to evolve.
Commuters advised to check travel plans as heat alert issues ahead of 38°C temperatures
August 13, 2026
7:00 am
The fifth heatwave of the season has begun, with temperatures set to reach 38°C in parts of the UK. The Met Office issued an amber warning, advising that extreme heat may impact health and transport. Train companies are urging passengers to travel only if essential due to potential service disruptions.
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