- Security issues loom large over Prince Harry and Meghan's return to UK
by Riley Stuart and Syan Vallance on August 20, 2026 at 7:17 pmPrince Harry and his family's access to taxpayer-funded security is again in the spotlight after their plans to move back to the United Kingdom were revealed.
- Five key takeaways from triple murderer Erin Patterson's appealby Andi Yu on August 20, 2026 at 7:11 pm
Erin Patterson was found guilty of three murders and one attempted murder last year. This week, she appealed her convictions. Here are some key points we learned from the hearings.
- 'Making trouble': Court unseals Murdoch family succession documentsby Alison Xiao on August 20, 2026 at 7:06 pm
Newly unsealed court documents reveal how the world's biggest family succession drama played out in court, and the crucial role an Australian executive played.
- Outlook worsens for government to meet 1.2 million houses promiseby Jake Evans on August 20, 2026 at 6:57 pm
Government advisors extend their outlook on when 1.2 million homes will be built, as developers, builders and investors wait to see whether the housing market will settle or fall further.
- Australia's national debt has hit $1 trillion but there's another figure that's more importantby Ian Verrender on August 20, 2026 at 6:55 pm
As the US crosses the $40 trillion mark it's easy to look at dollar signs but ratio to GDP is more relevant, writes Ian Verrender.
- European nations condemn major Israeli settlement plans in West Bankon August 20, 2026 at 6:54 pm
Israeli plans to press ahead with the controversial E1 development would effectively break the West Bank in two and make Palestinian statehood impossible, according to critics of the project.
- Loggers avoid environmental laws by labelling operations 'road maintenance'by Angela Heathcote on August 20, 2026 at 6:51 pm
The Forestry Corporation of NSW avoids strict environmental protection for threatened species by calling a logging operation "road maintenance".
- US urges allies and China to join economic campaign to 'collapse' Iranon August 20, 2026 at 6:47 pm
Donald Trump's latest bid to pressure Tehran is as he comes under increasing pressure at home over a deeply unpopular war.
- Anthony Hopkins on mortality, music's dark side and its healing powerby Ria Andriani on August 20, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Sir Anthony Hopkins opens up about music’s transcendental power, overcoming impostor syndrome, playing Hannibal Lecter and why “life is one long, long goodbye”.
- What it's like to let go and have your book adapted for TVby Yasmin Jeffery on August 20, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Chris Hammer wrote the book Treasure & Dirt, but he had no idea how the TV series was going to end, and had to watch it himself.
- Friday news quiz: Harry's homecoming, Logies 'robbery' and possibly the worst band name everon August 20, 2026 at 6:30 pm
This will be your face if you fail this week's ABC news quiz, which also has a prodigal prince, a galactic collision and a messaging mystery.
- US debt tops $40T stoking debate on what it means for Bitcoinby Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on August 20, 2026 at 5:43 pm
Analysts say the $40 trillion debt milestone could bolster Bitcoin’s long-term case, even as Treasury yields, dollar strength and liquidity remain key near-term drivers.
- Bitcoin miners pour billions into AI as capex outpaces revenue 15-to-1by Cointelegraph by Sam Bourgi on August 20, 2026 at 4:12 pm
Nine public miners generated $341 million from AI and HPC operations in the first half of 2026 after spending more than $5 billion on capital assets.
- Most Americans say the Trump family’s crypto investments are not ‘appropriate’: Pollby Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on August 20, 2026 at 3:53 pm
A new poll showed 63% of 1,166 Americans varied sharply along partisan lines, with a majority of Republicans saying it was appropriate for Trump and his family to invest in crypto.
- Optimism moves 546.9M OP from future airdrops to ecosystem growth fundby Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on August 20, 2026 at 3:43 pm
The governance vote redirects tokens previously reserved for user airdrops toward partnerships, incentives and Optimism’s growing institutional push.
- Bitcoin price reaches $72.5K as US issues ‘Economic D-Day’ threat to Iranby Cointelegraph by William Suberg on August 20, 2026 at 3:40 pm
Bitcoin saw new multimonth highs above $72,500 even as US stocks cooled amid US threats of “economic warfare” with Iran.
- Wildlife photos from around the world dazzle in competitionby Ellen Phiddian on August 20, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Australian scientists are among the winners of a photo competition featuring stunning images of peeking damsel flies, tree selfies and cuddling manatees.
- MiCA cracks down on USDT in Europe... but no one else caresby Cointelegraph by Christina Comben on August 20, 2026 at 1:30 pm
USDT is disappearing from regulated European platforms, but there is little sign that it has resulted in weakening global demand for Tether.
- Bitdeer signs $400M AI cloud computing deal for Malaysia facilityby Cointelegraph by Zoltan Vardai on August 20, 2026 at 1:18 pm
Bitdeer expects revenue from the five-year agreement to begin in early 2027 as it builds toward 350 megawatts of AI cloud capacity by 2028.
- Here’s what happened in crypto todayby Cointelegraph by Yohan Yun on August 20, 2026 at 1:12 pm
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
- Cybersecurity firm unveils crypto phishing campaign targeting 885,000 phone numbersby Cointelegraph by Zoltan Vardai on August 20, 2026 at 12:35 pm
Rapid7 unveiled a new cryptocurrency phishing campaign targeting 885,000 phone numbers, aiming to steal investors’ holdings by redirecting them to fake wallet provider websites.
- North Korea fires missiles into sea as South Korea, US hold military drillson August 20, 2026 at 11:48 am
The ballistic missile launch comes a day after US President Donald Trump said he would visit North Korean leader Kim Jong Un this year.
- Bitcoin ETFs draw $517M in largest one-day inflow since early Mayby Cointelegraph by Yohan Yun on August 20, 2026 at 11:16 am
Investors have poured more than $1 billion into US spot Bitcoin ETFs this week as BTC neared $72,000 and Ether climbed 19% to about $2,286 on Thursday.
- Crypto generated about 1% of Webull’s record $198M Q2 revenueby Cointelegraph by Zoltan Vardai on August 20, 2026 at 11:05 am
While Webull reported a record $198 million in second-quarter revenue, cryptocurrency trading only generated about $2.25 million of the quarter’s revenue stream.
- Russian missile strikes kill 13 in Kyiv, more than 30 injuredon August 20, 2026 at 10:24 am
Russian ballistic missiles kill at least 13 people and injure more than 30 in the Ukrainian capital, with buildings damaged and power disrupted, authorities say.
- 'Is this accurate?' How one note magnified the tragedy of bushwalker's familyby Nick Dole on August 20, 2026 at 10:15 am
Not only had NSW Premier Chris Minns been provided with incorrect information, but his earlier statement had brought the community an immense sense of relief that was abruptly snatched away.
- Crypto short liquidations pass $3B mark as Bitcoin price nears $72Kby Cointelegraph by William Suberg on August 20, 2026 at 10:03 am
Bitcoin approached $72,000 in a second day of upside as crypto short liquidations passed $3.1 billion.
- 'Completely unacceptable': Albanese lashes AFL over response to Swans scandalby Paul Johnson on August 20, 2026 at 9:48 am
The Prime Minister has called on the AFL to "do better" in response to the Sydney Swans scandal engulfing the league.
- Zomi Frankcom's family 'deeply disappointed' IDF won't pursue chargesby Andrew Thorpe on August 20, 2026 at 9:41 am
Zomi Frankcom's brother Mal says the decision to announce the outcome of the IDF investigation on World Humanitarian Day was "an insult to my sister's memory".
- Storm's finals dream over as Penrith holds on despite triple sin-binningby Jon Healy on August 20, 2026 at 9:03 am
The Penrith Panthers hold on to beat the Melbourne Storm 22-14 and end their faint mathematical hopes of making the NRL finals.
- GnosisDAO approves Gnosis Chain for Ethereum Economic Zoneby Cointelegraph by Zoltan Vardai on August 20, 2026 at 8:59 am
Gnosis Chain was approved to transition to an EEZ rollup, enabling it to settle directly to Ethereum rather than continue with an independent validator set.
- Holman stars on farewell as Suns out-muscle Saints to begin Round 24by Andrew McGarry on August 20, 2026 at 8:52 am
Retiring Gold Coast hero Nick Holman kicks two goals as his side finishes its season with a 23-point win at Docklands.
- Proposed gun reforms 'betrayal of Tasmanians', critics sayby Lucy MacDonald on August 20, 2026 at 8:18 am
Tasmania's government says its proposed gun reform legislation strikes the right balance and will result in a significant uplift in community safety — but critics say the laws are a "betrayal" and won't make Tasmania safer.
- Max Verstappen signs to stay with Red Bull F1by Simon Smale on August 20, 2026 at 8:16 am
Max Verstappen has ended speculation about his Formula 1 future by signing a contract extension with Red Bull until 2030.
- Driver waits for compensation after new EV suddenly stops on freewayby Jonathon Kendall on August 20, 2026 at 8:13 am
Customers left in the lurch when a Chinese electric vehicle giant terminated its exclusive agreement with an Australian company now have more certainty, but it's been a hard for many.
- BitGo Korea secures VASP registration for institutional crypto custodyby Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra on August 20, 2026 at 7:48 am
Regulators reportedly accepted BitGo Korea’s registration on Tuesday, two days before stricter VASP entry requirements took effect.
- Evergrande founder sentenced to life in prison by Chinese courton August 20, 2026 at 7:38 am
Hui Ka Yan, who had faced eight charges including misuse of funds and illegally taking public deposits, pleaded guilty in April, following China Evergrande's collapse five years ago after a quarter of a century in operation.
- At least 100 dead after gold mine collapses in Central African Republicon August 20, 2026 at 7:32 am
An aid worker says it will be a "miracle" to find people alive under the rubble after a mine collapse in Central African Republic.
- Judge finds 'fundamental defect' in police taser investigationby Christopher Testa on August 20, 2026 at 7:27 am
A criminal prosecution of two police officers accused of tasering and restraining a prisoner with a mental illness comes to an end after a judge finds they could not be guaranteed a fair trial.
- HYPE jumps 20% as Trump signals legal US path for Hyperliquidby Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra on August 20, 2026 at 5:52 am
HYPE reached $72 after Trump said the CFTC was pursuing compliant US access for Hyperliquid, though no formal regulatory plan has been released.
- Rushed CLARITY Act vote could set legislation back, Gallego warnsby Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra on August 20, 2026 at 4:30 am
Senator Ruben Gallego said the White House has not provided point-by-point feedback on a bipartisan ethics proposal as a September vote approaches.
- August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 578by sundance on August 20, 2026 at 4:20 am
In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in The post August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 578 appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- Thursday August 20th – Open Threadby sundance on August 20, 2026 at 4:15 am
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. The post Thursday August 20th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- Susan Kokinda Outlines Distinctions in U.S-Canada Trade Relationshipby sundance on August 20, 2026 at 12:16 am
This video from the Promethean Action PAC wraps in a few background details that most readers and followers of the U.S-Canada trade relationship will likely find interesting. Susan Kokinda argues the dispute is larger than USMCA negotiations, portraying Canada as an “outlaw” that enables transshipment “smuggling,” fails to enforce forced-labor bans, and facilitates “snow-washing” through The post Susan Kokinda Outlines Distinctions in U.S-Canada Trade Relationship appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- USTR Jamieson Greer and Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc Give Remarks on Potential Trade Dealby sundance on August 19, 2026 at 9:58 pm
Earlier today following a meeting in Washington, D.C., between Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, both representatives delivered remarks to reporters. There are no details provided, however, within his remarks, Greer says he is confident that a deal has been reached as they work to finalize the details. USTR The post USTR Jamieson Greer and Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc Give Remarks on Potential Trade Deal appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- Bitcoin.com integrates UAE-registered US dollar stablecoin into self-custodial walletby Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on August 19, 2026 at 8:33 pm
The integration expands access to USDU, the UAE’s first central bank-registered US dollar stablecoin, as it builds distribution beyond institutional channels.
- Trump pushes for CLARITY Act passage alongside crypto leadersby Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on August 19, 2026 at 7:54 pm
Donald Trump spoke from the White House on Wednesday, urging the Senate to pass a crypto market structure bill to keep the country “ahead of China.”
- Crypto PAC notches primary wins, but loses $2M Florida raceby Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on August 19, 2026 at 6:48 pm
A Fairshake spokesperson said that the PAC was “just getting started“ on its expenditures as part of efforts to fill US Congress with lawmakers friendly to the crypto industry.
- Former Ukraine Defense Minister Calls for Elections as Second Ukrainian Arrested for Nordstream...by sundance on August 19, 2026 at 5:41 pm
The timing of these events is remarkable. Almost so remarkable that one might think they are intentionally sequenced. It started yesterday when the very popular former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov issued a striking warning about Ukraine’s government, corruption, and the need to develop an immediate mechanism for elections even while the war against Russia The post Former Ukraine Defense Minister Calls for Elections as Second Ukrainian Arrested for Nordstream Bombing appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- FalconX, Ethena bring USDe backing assets into $1B institutional credit facilityby Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on August 19, 2026 at 5:34 pm
The $1 billion facility will deploy assets backing USDe into overcollateralized institutional loans, expanding Ethena’s sources of returns beyond crypto basis strategies.
- Who Set Up The Hit?by Michael Shrimpton on July 21, 2024 at 9:03 pm
It is now clear that Thomas Matthew Crooks was not acting alone last Saturday when he shot President Trump at the Butler Farm Show Grounds in Connoquonessing Township, Butler County PA. Since there are almost no lone gunmen that conclusion should not terribly surprising. It’s also clear that in a reprise of the assassination of
- Might The Polls Be Wrong?by Michael Shrimpton on July 3, 2024 at 7:36 pm
Every poll published so far in the British General Election campaign has shown Labour well in the lead, with margins of between roughly 15 and 25 per cent over the hapless Tories. Some of these have been MRP mega-polls with over 20,000 people contacted. The Tories are in full retreat, restricting campaigning to seats with
- Why Is the African Dish, Shakshuka So Popular In Israel?by Managing Editor on April 22, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Why Is the African Dish, Shakshuka So Popular In Israel? Shakshuka is an African-inspired dish with a rich history as it spread its influence to another country a long time ago, Israel. The Ottoman Empire and other North African nations enhanced the original influence of the traditional shakshuka recipe. North African Jewish immigrants that came
- Exploring Winning Betting Strategies In Blackjackby Managing Editor on April 1, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Exploring Winning Betting Strategies In Blackjack In the exciting world of online casinos, few are as alluring and intriguing as blackjack. Known for its blend of skill and chance, this thrilling card game has enthralled players for centuries. While mastering the basic rules and strategies of blackjack is essential, understanding how to manage your bets
- How to Identify GI Bill Fraudby Managing Editor on March 19, 2024 at 4:33 pm
How to Identify GI Bill Fraud The US government offers incentives and benefits for veterans who have served their country. Many of these benefits, including those under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, are tied to higher education and the costs associated with pursuing a degree. These benefits are designed to help veterans continue to advance
- Rumsfeld Shady Heritage in Pandemic: GILEAD’s Intrigues with WHO & Wuhan Lab. Bio-Weapons’...by Fabio G. C. Carisio on March 11, 2024 at 8:21 am
«You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked. If you say, “The Lord is my refuge”, and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent». (Holy Bible – Psalm 90) by Fabio Giuseppe Carlo Carisio UPDATE ON JULY,
- Age Old Battle Between Khazarian Mafia and True Christianity Crashing Into Finalityby Jonas E. Alexis, Senior Editor on March 10, 2024 at 9:03 am
According to unconfirmed reports, yesterday Israel sent troops into Ukraine to fight the Russians for Zelensky’s army; both soundly defeated in short order. This kind of action seems to be a hopeless endeavor as the Russian Federation’s apparent complete weapons superiority (so far) seems to assure RF victory in the Ukraine.
- Shipping to Poland from the US: Navigating Customs Clearanceby Managing Editor on February 5, 2024 at 5:21 pm
Shipping to Poland from the US: Navigating Customs Clearance A few key steps are crucial When ensuring your international shipment reaches Poland without a hitch. First, pack your items carefully and accurately label them with the recipient’s address. It’s also vital to verify that what you’re sending isn’t on the list of prohibited items. Completing
- Braving the Storm and Tackling Addiction in the Ranks of US Veteransby Managing Editor on February 4, 2024 at 11:40 pm
The battle doesn’t always end when our soldiers return home. For many US veterans, the transition back to civilian life brings with it a new kind of warfare – one against addiction. This silent struggle often goes unnoticed, yet it is as real and challenging as any faced on the battlefield. In a society
- Navigating the Transition from Battlefield to Civilian Life for Our Homefront Heroesby Managing Editor on February 4, 2024 at 11:28 pm
The return home for veterans, often portrayed as a hero’s welcome, is a journey of complexities and challenges. As they transition from the structured life of military service to the civilian world, veterans face myriad adjustments that can be both daunting and disorienting. This article delves into the realities of life for veterans returning