Air strikes have hit Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, after a new military offensive was announced by the Yemeni government to retake the city from the Houthis, who have controlled it since 2014. These attacks have caused civilian casualties and increased fear among residents, even though government forces are still far from the city.
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Sanaa had been mostly free from bombing since a truce in 2023.
The Yemeni government launched "Operation Dawn of Yemen" to recapture Sanaa from the Houthi group.
Houthis have controlled Sanaa since September 2014.
Ground fighting is taking place far from Sanaa, mainly on Yemen’s west coast and around Taiz.
Air strikes are used to hit Houthi targets in Sanaa but have caused civilian deaths and injuries.
A recent air strike in Sa’wan killed a child and injured seven civilians.
Saudi Arabia, supporting the Yemeni government, has faced missile attacks from the Houthis, including strikes on Riyadh’s airport that killed 12 people.
More than 200,000 people have been displaced due to recent fighting, mostly from Taiz.
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Pope Leo XIV announced he will have surgery soon to remove a small lung nodule that was found early. Doctors recommended the procedure, and the 71-year-old pope agreed to have the surgery in the coming days.
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Pope Leo XIV is 71 years old.
He has a lung nodule, which is a small growth in the lung.
The nodule was found at an early stage.
Doctors advised that surgery should be done to remove the nodule.
The surgery is scheduled to happen in the next few days.
The announcement came right after the Angelus prayer at the Vatican.
The pope made this information public to inform people about his health.
The news is recent and may be updated with more details soon.
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Heavy flash floods caused by a landslide swept away buildings, bridges, and part of a hydropower project in central Nepal. The army rescued 49 people, but five remain missing, and the area is still recovering from severe floods and landslides two months ago.
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A flash flood hit the Budhi Gandaki River in the Gorkha district of central Nepal.
The flood was caused by a landslide upstream of the river.
Four bridges and about 24 houses were destroyed or swept away.
A hydropower project camp along the river was also damaged.
The Nepalese army rescued 49 people from affected areas.
Five people are still missing according to local officials.
Nepal is still recovering from floods and landslides near the Tibet border two months ago, which caused many deaths and large-scale damage.
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Large protests happened across India in October against a government move that removed many people from voter rolls. The government responded by deploying security forces, restricting internet access, and detaining thousands of protesters and some journalists. Opposition leaders condemned the government's actions as harmful to Indian democracy.
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Protests occurred on October 10 across many Indian cities, including New Delhi.
Demonstrators opposed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, which removed 130 million people from voter lists.
The government used paramilitary forces to block protests and stopped trains to New Delhi.
Internet access was disrupted in protest areas.
At least 2,500 protesters and 15 journalists were detained but many were later released.
Opposition parties, led by Rahul Gandhi, raised concerns about threats to India’s democratic system.
The chief election commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, who managed the voter roll revision, faced calls to resign amid resurfaced corruption allegations.
Protesters included young and diverse groups, contrasting with the older government officials.
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President Donald Trump said Ukraine should have a new president who is willing to agree to end the war with Russia. He criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries, which Trump said have caused higher diesel prices in the US.
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President Trump spoke about Ukraine and its leadership at the White House.
He said Zelensky should stop attacks on Russian oil refineries.
These strikes have reportedly contributed to higher diesel prices in the US.
Trump said he wants a new Ukrainian president who will agree to end the war with Russia.
The comments came before the US midterm elections in 2026.
Trump told Zelensky to "do what you want" but warned against hitting refineries.
The article mentioned ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia related to the war.
This statement reflects Trump’s approach to the conflict and its impact on US energy costs.
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Spain’s general election will be held on November 29, 2026. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and his main opponent, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, started their election campaigns by holding rallies and criticizing each other.
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Spain’s general election date is set for November 29, 2026.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is running for re-election.
Alberto Núñez Feijóo is the main conservative challenger.
Both politicians have begun their campaign rallies ahead of the election.
The campaigns focus on pointing out weaknesses in each other’s policies.
The election is receiving significant public and media attention.
Pre-election campaigning started over a month before the voting day.
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Protesters in New York City are calling for the end of ICE, the federal immigration agency, after an officer shot Oscar Belgal in the Bronx. The shooting happened while Belgal’s five-year-old son was in the car, leading to stronger demands to stop ICE actions in the city.
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Oscar Belgal was shot by ICE officers in the Bronx, New York City.
Belgal’s five-year-old son was in the back seat of the car during the shooting.
The incident has led to protests across New York City.
Protesters want ICE, the federal immigration enforcement agency, to be abolished.
The shooting has increased calls to end federal immigration operations in the city.
The news report is from journalist Hannah Raslan of Al Jazeera.
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President Zelensky of Ukraine said Ukraine will stop attacking Russian oil refineries if Russia stops attacking Ukraine’s energy facilities. He emphasized that any move to reduce the conflict must be mutual and based on real guarantees.
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Ukraine is ready to pause strikes on Russian oil refineries.
This pause depends on Russia stopping attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
President Zelensky stressed that de-escalation steps should be mutual.
Zelensky is continuing talks with European leaders about defense aid, including ammo for aircraft.
US President Donald Trump urged Ukraine to stop hitting Russian refineries and called for new Ukrainian leadership.
Russian attacks recently caused deaths in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, including children.
The situation remains tense with ongoing military and diplomatic actions.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine will stop attacking Russian oil refineries only if Russia stops bombing Ukraine’s energy sites. He blamed Russia for starting the war and said any ceasefire must involve both sides with real guarantees. President Donald Trump has demanded that Ukraine get a new leader and criticized Zelensky’s ongoing attacks on Russian refineries.
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Zelensky stated that Russia alone started the war in Europe.
Ukraine is willing to stop hitting Russian refineries if Russia stops attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
Zelensky said any pause in attacks needs to be mutual and guaranteed by credible assurances.
The conflict involves strikes on energy facilities in both Russia and Ukraine.
President Trump criticized Zelensky for the refinery attacks and suggested Ukraine should get a new leader.
There is a dispute involving a deal by Trump and Putin allowing Russian diesel to enter US and global markets in exchange for easing sanctions on Russian energy.
Zelensky accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of refusing to reduce tensions.
The situation is ongoing and developing.
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President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a public disagreement after the U.S. reduced sanctions on Russian diesel fuel. At the same time, Russian attacks in Ukraine caused the deaths of at least 21 people, including four children.
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The United States eased sanctions on Russian diesel fuel.
President Trump and President Zelensky exchanged criticisms following this decision.
Russian military strikes continued in Ukraine amid the diplomatic tensions.
At least 21 people were killed by the Russian attacks, including four children.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine remains active with ongoing violence.
The news highlights tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine over policy choices related to Russia.
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Britain supports Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy and disagrees with President Trump’s call for new leadership in Ukraine. The US plan to buy Russian diesel has caused controversy because it could increase funds for Russia’s war. British officials say Ukrainians should decide their leader and emphasize the importance of maintaining support for Ukraine.
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Britain’s defence secretary, Wes Streeting, said Ukraine should decide its own leader.
President Trump suggested Ukraine get a new leader to reach a peace deal.
The US announced an agreement to buy Russian diesel, which Zelenskyy criticized for helping Russia fund the war.
Rising fuel costs in the US are causing political pressure on President Trump ahead of midterm elections.
High fuel prices especially affect farmers in states that usually vote Republican.
Britain wants to keep unity with Western allies and maintain strong sanctions on Russia.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham spoke with Zelenskyy and showed full support for Ukraine.
Some UK experts warn buying Russian diesel could lead to more Ukrainian deaths by funding Russia’s weapons.
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Rev. Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes III is running to take over the U.S. House seat in Texas's 30th congressional district, previously held by Democrat Jasmine Crockett. A longtime pastor and progressive activist, Haynes supports social justice causes like fair urban planning, a living wage, and universal healthcare, and he decided to run after encouragement from activists and prayer.
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Frederick Douglass Haynes III is a pastor at a progressive megachurch in Dallas.
He aims to replace Democrat Jasmine Crockett in Texas’s 30th congressional district.
Haynes is 65 years old and has worked for 40 years as a senior pastor.
He supports policies such as living wages, universal healthcare, and ending ICE.
Haynes has criticized Donald Trump and Republicans for voter suppression and gerrymandering.
He was inspired to run after activists challenged him and after praying for guidance.
Haynes’s family has a history of social justice work in the Black church tradition.
He won his primary election and is likely to win the upcoming general election.
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Youth sports in the United States have grown a lot and are often scheduled on Sundays, the same day many families traditionally attend church. This has led to lower church attendance on Sundays and changed how families spend their weekend time.
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Sunday church attendance among parents of children aged 5-17 dropped from 26.8% in 2003-07 to 16.7% in 2021-24.
Youth sports participation increased to 58% in 2024, up from 53.8% in 2022.
Many youth sports tournaments hold important games on Sundays, drawing families away from church.
The youth sports industry has become very commercial, with travel teams and big sports complexes.
Parents spend an average of over 3 hours daily on their child’s sports activities.
Families spent about $1,016 on their child's main sport in 2024, a 46% increase since 2019.
Some churches are adapting by offering partial services, live streaming, or parents splitting time between church and sports events.
Youth sports can build community similar to church, but competition can also cause stress among families.
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A scientist and mother from the UK reviewed the research behind popular baby toys to see which really help child development. She found that simple, affordable toys like stacking cups and ball-drop toys often work as well or better than expensive ones, especially when parents actively engage with their children.
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Ashleigh Clegg is a scientist with degrees in biology and biotechnology who became a mom.
She checks scientific studies to evaluate claims about toys that say they help brain development.
Expensive toys like the Grimms Rainbow wooden stacking toy have little proof they boost creativity or STEM skills more than cheaper toys.
Stacking cups and shape sorters have research backing them for helping motor skills and problem-solving.
Ball-drop toys score highest because they help with skills like object permanence (understanding objects still exist when hidden).
Interaction with caregivers, called "serve and return," is more important than the toy itself for development.
Simple items like books, blocks, household objects, and parent engagement support learning well.
Clegg encourages parents not to feel pressured to buy pricey toys, saying quality time matters most.
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With less than a month before the midterm elections, the outlook for House Republicans is worsening. President Donald Trump’s approval ratings are declining, redistricting efforts have not met goals, and economic worries are making voters seek change.
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The midterm elections are less than a month away.
President Donald Trump’s approval ratings are low and dropping.
Republicans tried an emergency plan to redraw voting districts but did not achieve desired results.
Economic instability is making voters uneasy.
These factors are making it harder for Republicans to win House seats.
Some voting districts are shifting to favor the Democratic Party.
Voters appear more interested in change due to current conditions.
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President Donald Trump promised to give $5,000 to every adult American if the Republican Party keeps control of both the House and the Senate after the midterm elections. This promise was made during a speech in San Antonio, aiming to gain support from voters who are unhappy. Some experts on ethics have expressed concerns about these types of promises.
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President Trump spoke in San Antonio on a Wednesday evening.
He promised $5,000 payments to all adult Americans.
This payment would happen only if the Republican Party wins both the House and Senate.
The Republican majorities in Congress are currently narrow.
The promise is part of Trump’s effort to win support before the midterm elections.
Ethics experts have raised alarm or concerns about the promise.
The midterm elections will decide which party controls the House and Senate.
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Thousands of young people were detained during a police operation in New Delhi to stop a protest against India’s election chief. Police blocked access to the protest site, detained activists and leaders, and stopped many demonstrators before the rally started.
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The protest was organized by the youth-led “cockroach” movement demanding the resignation of India’s election chief.
Police set up barricades, checkpoints, and used antiriot vehicles with tear gas launchers around New Delhi.
Many protesters were stopped early, detained, or taken to temporary detention centers.
Key protest leaders, opposition lawmakers, and student activists were arrested.
Authorities said the protest was denied permission due to a late application and said their actions were needed to keep order.
Some protesters still reached the site, chanting slogans before being detained.
The movement gained attention after exam paper leaks caused the education minister’s resignation in July.
The protest targets the Election Commission’s voter list revision, which critics say removed millions from voter rolls.
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A 36-year-old man was arrested in Turkey and brought back to England for questioning in the shooting deaths of two men in Manchester more than six years ago. The police continue to seek more information to solve the case and have offered a reward for help leading to a conviction.
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Two men, Junior Ajose (36) and Cheriff Tall (21), were shot dead at a lockdown party on June 21, 2020.
They were shot in the head in a car park in the Moss Side area of Manchester.
About 300 to 400 people attended the party that night.
A man suspected of murder was arrested in Turkey and returned to England on Saturday.
The arrest followed six years of police investigations including warrants and evidence analysis.
Police are continuing to ask the public for information about the case.
A £50,000 reward is offered for information that helps convict the killer.
The police remain focused on finding all responsible for the murders.
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Storm Rachel is bringing heavy rain and flash flood warnings to Southern California, especially around San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. The storm is also causing coastal flooding and dangerous surf conditions along the coast.
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Flash flood warnings are in effect due to heavy rain in Southern California.
Rainfall could reach up to 1 inch per hour in mountain areas.
Flooding may affect rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas.
Mountain regions face higher risks of rockslides and mudslides.
Coastal flood warnings cover San Diego and Orange counties.
High tides over 7.5 feet and strong waves up to 9 feet are expected.
Storm impacts are expected to be strongest on Sunday morning.
This storm happens as California watches the development of El Niño, which could affect weather this winter.
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George Gibney, a former Irish Olympic swimming coach, will be sentenced in Dublin for sexually abusing four young female athletes in the 1970s and 1980s. After fleeing to the US and living there for decades, he was convicted in July of multiple counts of indecent assault and attempted rape.
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George Gibney was Ireland’s Olympic swimming coach in the 1980s and coached at the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Games.
He sexually abused four young female swimmers during the 1970s and 1980s.
He fled Ireland and lived in the US for many years before being tracked down and extradited back to Ireland.
In 1993, the Irish Supreme Court blocked his trial because too much time had passed.
Gibney was convicted in July 2024 of 39 counts of indecent assault and one count of attempted rape.
Victims spoke in court about the long-lasting emotional damage caused by the abuse.
Journalists and child welfare advocates played a key role in tracking him and raising awareness.
A BBC podcast in 2020 helped renew public interest and led to the reopening of the case.
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