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The U.S. military attacked three Iranian oil tankers after missiles targeted U.S. Navy ships. The strikes aimed to stop funds going to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and happened amid ongoing conflict and failed negotiations.
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U.S. Navy ships were reportedly attacked with missiles by Iran.
The U.S. responded by striking three Iranian oil tankers, disabling two and destroying one.
The tankers were said to help fund Iran's Revolutionary Guard and their armed groups.
No U.S. personnel were injured during these attacks.
Iran's state television confirmed missile strikes near Kharg Island, an important oil export terminal.
The conflict is part of ongoing hostilities that began earlier in the year with U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
There have been casualties on the Iranian side, including civilians wounded by U.S. strikes.
Both countries have tried military and economic tactics, but talks to end the conflict have failed.
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Reform UK is facing a controversy over a report about possible illegal donations, including a scheme to funnel foreign money into the party. Nigel Farage, a key figure in the party, claimed he was not paying attention during a recorded conversation about this issue. The controversy has overshadowed the Reform UK conference in Birmingham.
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A report claims there was an attempt to funnel money from foreign sources to Reform UK.
Nigel Farage said he "wasn't listening" during the discussion about the donations.
The controversy is causing problems for Reform UK during its conference in Birmingham.
The issue was discussed by BBC presenters Laura Kuenssberg, Chris Mason, and Joe Pike.
The party’s conference features discussions on policies as well as the donation controversy.
Cultural issues may also be contributing to the money-related controversies around Reform UK.
Newscast, a daily BBC podcast, covered the story and offers ongoing political analysis.
The podcast is accessible on smart speakers and online platforms.
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Two U.S. envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, traveled to Moscow to try to restart peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to pause attacks on Kyiv for 72 hours to support the U.S. visit.
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Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are the U.S. envoys visiting Moscow.
Their mission is to restart peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
The peace talks had been stalled for months before this visit.
Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a 3-day pause in attacks on Kyiv.
The pause was meant to help the U.S. delegation carry out their work.
The information came from the Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry.
Kyiv is the capital city of Ukraine and a key area in the conflict.
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The US military said it attacked three Iranian oil tankers after Iran fired missiles at two US warships in nearby waters. The strikes were described as a response to Iran's missile attacks.
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US Central Command reported striking three Iranian crude oil tankers on Saturday.
The strikes followed Iranian forces firing ballistic missiles.
The missiles targeted two US warships that were patrolling regional waters.
The US action was presented as retaliation for the missile attacks.
The incident involved military forces from the US and Iran in a regional water area.
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Rescuers in Nepal saved two people alive 10 days after severe floods caused by a glacier collapse. One man was rescued from a hydropower tunnel, and a woman was pulled from a damaged house, as search efforts continue for thousands missing.
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A Chinese man was rescued from a 225-meter hydropower tunnel in Nepal by joint Nepalese and South Korean teams.
The man was the third worker rescued alive from the Trishuli hydropower project.
A woman was rescued from a damaged house in Nuwakot town and taken to Kathmandu for treatment.
Floods caused by a glacier collapse hit Nepal on August 26, killing at least 1,300 people.
More than 5,000 people remain missing after the floods.
About 900 workers are missing at 12 hydropower projects, with roughly 500 trapped in tunnels.
Rescue teams from India, China, South Korea, Nepal, and the U.S. are involved in the search.
The rescued Chinese man was in stable condition and communicated with rescuers before being saved.
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The US military said it struck three Iranian oil tankers after US navy ships were attacked by missiles in the region. Two of the tankers were permanently damaged, and one was destroyed, as part of efforts to target Iran’s financial support for armed groups.
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US warships, including an aircraft carrier and destroyer, faced multiple missile attacks by Iran but no American troops were hurt.
The US struck three Iranian oil tankers: two were permanently disabled and one was destroyed.
The tankers are believed to support Iran’s Revolutionary Guards and armed proxy groups in the region.
One strike occurred near Kharg Island, another near Jask, and the third in the Gulf of Oman.
Iran reported the attack and said the crew of one tanker survived and was evacuated.
Recent attacks follow a month of relative quiet and are part of an ongoing conflict that restarted with strikes in February.
A US strike in Minab on February 28 killed many schoolchildren due to a targeting error; the Pentagon is still investigating.
US officials say they will defend their forces and may continue targeting Iran’s oil fleet if needed.
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In the West Bank town of Arraba, Israeli military and settlers have been demolishing Palestinian farmland and olive groves while establishing new settlements. This has led to restrictions on land use for Palestinians and an increase in settler attacks, especially after military reoccupation of parts of the area and new settlement constructions since early 2024.
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Israeli bulldozers and soldiers have been destroying Palestinian olive groves and farmland near Arraba.
Israeli settlers planted flags and built new settlements, including Emek Dotan, on Palestinian land.
The Israeli military reoccupied the Arraba military camp in March 2024.
The new settlement Emek Dotan was officially opened in August 2024 with Israeli government officials attending.
Palestinian farmland near Arraba has become inaccessible, with about 1.5 square kilometers affected.
Settler attacks on Palestinian property and people have increased since October 2023.
The mayor of Arraba reported pressure from Israeli forces to stop local protests and social media updates related to settler violence.
Israeli settlements and outposts in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law.
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Rescuers in Nepal saved a Chinese worker and a Nepali woman from flood wreckage caused by a glacier collapse. Many people remain missing as teams continue searching damaged hydropower tunnels and nearby areas.
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Lu Haitao, a Chinese hydropower worker, was rescued from 225 meters inside a flooded tunnel in Rasuwa district.
Chandika Kumari Shrestha, a 64-year-old Nepali woman, was dug out from her collapsed home in Nuwakot district.
Both were trapped after a glacier collapse in the Himalayas on August 26, which caused severe flooding and debris flows.
At least 1,331 people have died in Nepal, with about 5,000 still missing, including 589 foreigners.
Around 900 hydropower workers are missing, with about 500 believed to be trapped in tunnels flooded by the disaster.
The glacier collapse destroyed homes, roads, schools, and hydropower projects in the region north of Kathmandu.
Search and rescue teams from India, China, South Korea, the US, and Australia are assisting Nepal.
Officials remain hopeful that more survivors will be found in the tunnels and other affected areas.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv starting Saturday night. This pause coincides with a visit from U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow and Kyiv, aiming to restart peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Both sides have recently increased attacks as the conflict enters its fifth year.
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Putin announced a three-day halt to attacks on Kyiv, starting at midnight Saturday.
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are visiting Moscow and Kyiv to try to revive peace talks.
Kushner and Witkoff will meet with Putin in Moscow and Kyivan officials in Ukraine.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy said Ukraine would also pause airstrikes during the envoys’ visit.
Russia has increased drone and missile attacks recently, hitting Kyiv and other cities.
A Russian drone strike hit Ukraine’s Security Service building in Kyiv on Friday.
Russian attacks killed five workers at an industrial site in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region.
The war between Russia and Ukraine continues with an active front line and regular air raids.
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The Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Association telethon first aired 60 years ago. This event, which lasted 24 hours, became a regular part of Labor Day weekend and featured well-known entertainers like Dolly Parton and Jimmy Fallon.
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The telethon for muscular dystrophy began 60 years ago.
It lasted for 24 hours during its first broadcast.
The event became a recurring part of Labor Day weekend.
Famous performers participated, including Dolly Parton.
Comedian Jimmy Fallon was one of the younger stars featured.
The telethon raised awareness and funds for muscular dystrophy research.
It was broadcast by CBS News.
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A drone bomb attack followed by a fight inside a military base in northeastern Colombia killed at least three soldiers and injured four. Colombia’s army said the attack targeted a military unit near the Venezuela border and blamed the rebel group ELN.
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The attack happened late Friday in Ocaña, Norte de Santander department, near Venezuela.
Three soldiers died, two at the scene and one later in medical care; four others were injured.
The National Liberation Army (ELN), a rebel group active since 1964, is blamed for the attack.
ELN operates in the Catatumbo region, which includes strategic border areas and major coca-growing zones.
ELN includes factions from the former FARC group that did not accept a peace deal.
Colombia’s President Abelardo de la Espriella condemned the attack and promised strong action against the attackers.
Recent violence in the region includes bombings targeting police, also blamed on the ELN.
The region’s conflict centers on control of drug routes and border areas with Venezuela.
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Paris is hosting the 16th African Diaspora International Film Festival (FIFDA) from September 4 to 6, 2026. The festival will show 15 films from 13 countries, including both fictional and real-life stories, to highlight the experiences of African diaspora communities.
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The 16th edition of FIFDA is taking place in Paris.
The festival runs from September 4 to 6, 2026.
It features 15 films from 13 different countries.
The films include both fiction and non-fiction in short and full-length formats.
FIFDA focuses on how modern societies deal with past challenges.
The event gives a platform to voices from African diaspora communities.
Lawrence Cole is a guest and co-executive producer of the film "Shadow of Greed."
Diarah N'Daw-Spech is a co-founder and co-director of FIFDA.
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UN experts have called for a weapons embargo to cover all of Sudan and for it to be strictly enforced. Their report, presented to the Human Rights Council, also highlights the role of foreign parties in the ongoing conflict that has lasted more than three years.
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The UN experts recommend extending the arms embargo to the entire country of Sudan.
They emphasize the need for strong enforcement of the embargo.
The conflict in Sudan has been ongoing for over three years.
The report was presented to the UN Human Rights Council.
Foreign groups or countries have been involved in the Sudan conflict.
The call aims to reduce violence and improve the situation in Sudan.
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Rescuers in Nepal saved two people, a Chinese man and a woman, 10 days after severe floods caused widespread damage. Search teams are still looking for thousands of people who remain missing.
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Two people, including a Chinese man, were rescued alive in Nepal after floods.
The rescues happened 10 days after heavy floods struck the country.
Thousands of people are still missing as rescue efforts continue.
Floods caused significant damage and displacement in Nepal.
Rescue operations are ongoing despite difficult conditions.
The news comes from a video report by correspondent Shahzaib Wahlah.
The situation remains critical with many lives affected.
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US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner traveled to Moscow to try to restart peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. This effort aims to end the ongoing full-scale war started by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are acting as US envoys for peace efforts.
They arrived in Moscow on Saturday to work on peace between Russia and Ukraine.
The Russia-Ukraine conflict began with Russia’s full-scale invasion.
The peace push had stalled before this visit.
The reports about the visit were made by Russian state news outlets.
The envoy mission is part of a broader attempt to end the war.
Jared Kushner is a senior adviser linked to President Donald Trump’s administration.
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French President Emmanuel Macron gave a speech at a national conference on disability, held every three years to guide policies. Since 2017, his government has worked on helping people with disabilities better join society.
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The national conference on disability happens every three years in France.
President Macron made disability a priority during his first five-year term.
Since 2017, several measures have been introduced to support people with disabilities.
Between 5.7 million and 18.2 million people aged five and older in France have a disability.
The event aims to set or guide government policies related to disability.
Dr. Johny Daniel from Durham University was featured as a guest discussing the topic.
The article mentions other global news but focuses on the disability strategy in France.
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Thousands of people protested in Croatia because hazardous waste was illegally dumped in the town of Gospic and has not yet been cleaned up. Authorities arrested suspects connected to the crime, but locals are worried about their health and want the government to act fast and stop similar waste imports.
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The protest took place in Zagreb, Croatia, on September 5, 2026, with thousands demanding urgent cleanup.
About 37,000 metric tons of hazardous waste remain buried at an abandoned industrial site in Gospic.
The waste includes electronic equipment, plastics, construction materials, and medical waste.
Authorities arrested 13 people suspected of illegal waste import and disposal, with Europol estimating €4 million in profits.
Tests found heavy metals and PFAS “forever chemicals” in the soil and groundwater at the site.
Protesters want a clear cleanup plan with deadlines and an immediate ban on waste imports.
Croatian anti-corruption agency USKOK is investigating the illegal dumping, including a Croatian company linked to toxic waste burial.
The government says investigations and cleanup are in progress, but locals say no hazardous waste has been removed yet.
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A fire broke out at a wedding party in Kinshasa, the capital of Congo, killing at least 22 people and injuring several others. The fire happened overnight in a crowded building, and officials say the death toll could increase.
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The fire occurred in Lingwala, a northern area of Kinshasa.
It started overnight Friday and continued into early Saturday morning.
At least 22 people died, and many others were injured.
Some victims were found both alive and dead by the roadside as people tried to help.
The narrow hallways made it hard for people to escape quickly.
The exact cause of the fire is not yet known.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister visited the scene on Saturday.
Large fires are common in Kinshasa during the dry season due to crowded areas and limited fire services.
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At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, leaders showed political support for Iran but did not promise military protection. This shows that in today’s multipolar world, countries have more partnerships but fewer firm security guarantees from alliances. Countries like Turkiye and Brazil are balancing relationships with many powers to keep their options open without fully committing to any one side.
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The SCO condemned attacks on Iran and supported resolving conflicts through politics and diplomacy, but did not offer military defense.
Multipolarity means multiple major powers influence international relations instead of one dominant bloc like the US-led system.
Middle power countries join groups like SCO and BRICS to gain diplomatic and economic options.
These groups provide political support but not security guarantees like formal military alliances do.
Turkiye remains in NATO but also builds ties with Russia, China, and the SCO to expand its influence.
Turkiye’s actions show it can keep NATO benefits while engaging with other powers.
Brazil avoids formal military alliances but maintains relationships with both the US/Europe and China/BRICS.
Both Turkiye and Brazil use multipolarity to stay flexible in international politics rather than picking one side.
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The US military attacked three Iranian oil tankers after Iran launched missile strikes on two US Navy ships. The US said its forces destroyed these tankers because they helped fund Iran’s military groups in the region.
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Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired ballistic missiles at two US Navy warships.
US forces from an aircraft carrier and a guided-missile destroyer avoided the missile attacks.
The US targeted three Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island.
Two tankers were disabled and one was destroyed by the US military.
The tankers were part of a network that supports Iran’s military and allied groups in the region.
No US personnel were hurt in the missile attacks or the tanker strikes.
US Central Command said the strikes were a response to Iran’s missile attack.
President Donald Trump called the conflict “small potatoes” despite recent clashes.
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