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US Vice President JD Vance expressed doubt about Iranian reports that a US missile attack hit a wedding party in Kuhestak, Iran, killing four people and injuring dozens. The US says it is investigating the incident and maintains it does not target civilians in combat, while Iranian officials deny this and call for legal action.
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A missile attack struck a wedding party in Kuhestak, Iran, killing four people, including two children, and injuring 67 others.
The Iranian Red Crescent Society documented the attack and reported it to the International Criminal Court.
Damage suggests the use of a US air-launched cruise missile, possibly an AGM-84K SLAM-ER.
US Central Command said it is investigating civilian casualty reports and denies targeting civilians.
Vice President Vance expressed skepticism of Iranian state media reports but said "sometimes things happen."
The US maintains a policy of not targeting civilians during combat operations.
Iranian officials describe the strikes as part of a pattern of US attacks on Iran.
This incident follows past events where the US questioned reports of civilian harm in Iran, such as a school strike in Minab.
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Fighting has increased between Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who have support from Iran, and Yemeni government forces. This conflict has caused at least 100 deaths so far. The Houthis are moving closer to an important waterway in Yemen.
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The conflict is between the Houthi rebel group and Yemen’s government forces.
The Houthis receive backing from Iran.
Fighting started to intensify significantly on Thursday.
At least 100 people have been killed due to the clashes.
The Houthis are advancing toward a key strait in Yemen, an important route for ships.
Control over this strait is strategically important for trade and military reasons.
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Israeli official Ben-Gvir proposed a plan to forcibly remove all Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, which many consider illegal under international law. Israeli Defence Minister Katz said the plan still requires approval from the United States.
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Ben-Gvir introduced a plan to expel the entire Palestinian population from Gaza.
Forced expulsion of civilians is widely viewed as illegal under international law.
Defence Minister Katz stated the plan needs approval from the U.S. government.
The issue involves Israel and the Gaza Strip, a Palestinian territory.
Al Jazeera journalist Mohammad Saleh reported on the situation.
The plan has sparked significant controversy and debate internationally.
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A businessman named Yorgen Fenech was found not guilty of involvement in the 2017 murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, a journalist known for exposing corruption in Malta. Caruana Galizia was killed by a car bomb, and her death raised concerns about press freedom and possible connections to powerful people.
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Daphne Caruana Galizia was an anti-corruption journalist in Malta.
She was killed in 2017 by a car bomb.
Caruana Galizia was known for revealing government corruption and was called a "one-woman WikiLeaks."
Yorgen Fenech, a Maltese businessman, was on trial but acquitted of involvement in her murder.
The acquittal caused anger among groups supporting press freedom.
There has been speculation that influential figures might have been connected to the killing.
Herman Grech, Editor-in-Chief of the Times of Malta, spoke about the case and its impact on journalists.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about the safety of journalists and the independence of the press in Malta.
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Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party held its annual meeting while facing a new scandal. Two top party officials quit after a TV report claimed they tried to get money from a foreign source, which is illegal in UK elections.
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Nigel Farage leads the Reform UK party in the UK.
The party held its annual conference recently.
Two senior Reform UK officials resigned just before Farage’s speech.
Channel 4 News aired an undercover investigation about the party trying to get foreign donations.
Foreign donations are banned under UK election law.
Jordan Bardella, leader of France’s far-right National Rally party, spoke at the same conference.
The scandal worsened the party’s timing for the conference.
The situation was reported by France 24 on September 4, 2026.
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Dr. Temeka Zore explains common facts and myths about infertility, endometriosis, and supplements. She discusses how these issues can affect the quality of eggs in women trying to conceive.
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Infertility is when a person cannot get pregnant after trying for a year or more.
Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterus lining grows outside the uterus, which can cause fertility problems.
Some supplements claim to improve egg quality, but not all have scientific proof.
A doctor can help determine what treatments or lifestyle changes might improve fertility.
Understanding true medical information helps people make better decisions about fertility care.
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Comedian Russell Howard shared that his baby son, Felix, died shortly after birth. He and his wife, Cerys Morgan, have created the Felix Foundation to support families dealing with similar losses.
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Russell Howard's baby son, Felix, died soon after birth.
Howard described the experience as the most devastating time in their lives.
Hospital staff, especially a bereavement midwife named Lauren, gave them great care and support.
Felix was placed in a special cool cot so his parents could spend time with him.
Cerys Morgan, Howard’s wife, is a doctor working in the NHS.
The Felix Foundation will help families affected by miscarriage, stillbirth, premature birth, and neonatal death.
The foundation aims to provide funding for medical training, support services, and specialist facilities.
A charity gala featuring well-known comedians will be held in London to support the foundation.
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U.S. envoys are planning visits to Moscow and Kyiv soon to try restarting talks aimed at ending the war between Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for serious negotiations, while Russia's President Putin acknowledged the potential for progress with international support.
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U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected in Moscow on September 5 and 6, then Kyiv shortly after.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy confirmed upcoming meetings with U.S. negotiators and emphasized the importance of U.S. involvement.
Russia’s President Putin said several countries, including the U.S. and China, are ready to help with a peace deal.
Despite the planned talks, fighting and Russian air strikes continue, causing civilian casualties and damage in Ukraine.
Washington’s mediation stalled earlier in 2024 following the U.S. and Israel conflict with Iran.
Previous talks have struggled due to disagreements over territorial issues between the two countries.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister sees a possible new phase of diplomatic engagement and peace efforts.
Russian officials have described past talks as constructive, but acknowledge that resolving territory disputes is key to any settlement.
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President Donald Trump questioned whether the United States would support Britain in a future conflict over the Falkland Islands. This came as Argentine President Javier Milei prepared to give a speech about recent diplomatic developments concerning the islands, which both Britain and Argentina claim.
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The Falkland Islands are a group of islands in the South Atlantic, about 480 kilometers from Argentina.
Britain currently controls the Falkland Islands.
Argentina also claims the islands and disputes British control.
President Trump expressed doubt about U.S. support for Britain if there was another conflict over the Falklands.
Argentine President Javier Milei plans to address the nation about progress in talks about the islands.
The issue has caused tension between Britain and Argentina for many years.
The comments were made in an interview with a British broadcaster.
The situation affects international relations between the UK, Argentina, and the United States.
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France has set aside more than €1 billion to help farmers recover from the drought and heatwaves that damaged crops and water supplies after a record-hot summer in 2026. The aid includes quick payments to cover immediate losses and funds to buy seeds, plants, and animal feed.
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France is providing over €1 billion ($1.16 billion) in aid for drought- and heatwave-affected farmers.
€520 million will be sent quickly to farmers to manage weather-related damages.
A €235 million fund is created to help farmers buy seeds, plants, and animal feed.
About 30,000 to 35,000 farms are facing financial difficulties due to the weather.
Farmers’ unions estimate losses of at least €10 billion from this summer’s heat and drought.
The aid package also includes land-tax relief, help with social security payments, and fuel subsidies.
The finance ministry warned that the drought may reduce France’s economic growth by 0.1 percentage points this year.
Another heatwave is expected soon in France, the EU’s largest agricultural producer.
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The UK has firmly stated that the Falkland Islands belong to Britain after Argentina's President Javier Milei said that changes in international support might help Argentina's claim. The dispute also gained attention when President Donald Trump suggested the U.S. might get involved, and tensions rose over a British-Israeli oil project near the islands.
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The Falkland Islands are a group of islands in the South Atlantic that the UK controls.
Argentina claims the islands and calls them "Malvinas."
Argentine President Javier Milei said the "winds of change" could support Argentina’s claim to the islands.
President Donald Trump indicated the United States might intervene or reconsider its neutral position on the Falklands dispute.
The UK has declared its commitment to keep the Falklands under British control as "unshakeable."
A British-Israeli oil project near the Falklands has angered Argentina and increased tensions.
The issue remains a sensitive point between Argentina and the UK, with international attention growing.
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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced a plan to remove the population of the Gaza Strip over seven years by sending Palestinians abroad. The plan aims to relocate 250,000 people in the first year and the remaining roughly two million residents over the next six years.
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The plan was revealed by Itamar Ben Gvir, Israel’s far-right National Security Minister.
The goal is to relocate the population of Gaza, currently around two million people.
The plan expects 250,000 Palestinians to leave Gaza in the first year.
The rest of the population would be moved over the following six years.
This proposal comes before upcoming close Israeli elections.
Forced displacement of civilians in occupied areas is considered a war crime under the Geneva Conventions.
Gaza is a densely populated Palestinian territory bordering Israel and Egypt.
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Two Palestinian teenagers were shot dead during an incident involving settlers and soldiers in the West Bank village of al-Mughayyir. Israel’s military said it fired at people involved in a violent riot, and the event is being investigated.
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Omar al-Naasan and Khalil Abu Alia, two Palestinian teens, were killed in the West Bank this week.
The incident happened when settlers and soldiers entered the village of al-Mughayyir, near Nablus.
The Israeli military said it shot at people it called "instigators of a violent riot."
The incident is currently under review by the Israeli military.
More than 80 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces or settlers in the West Bank since the start of this year.
The father of Omar al-Naasan expressed fear that sons in the village face the risk of being injured or killed.
The incident reflects ongoing tensions and violence in the occupied Palestinian territories.
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Salama Muhanna, a farmer and seed bank founder in Gaza, and his daughter Hanadi are working to save and grow local seeds to support farming in the area. Their project helps Palestinian farmers access local seeds amid war, blockades, and food shortages, aiming to improve food independence in Gaza.
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The Al-Qarara Seed Bank was founded in 2017 near Gaza’s eastern border but was destroyed during a military campaign.
Muhanna and his daughter moved to Deir al-Balah and restarted the seed bank in a displacement camp.
They focus on preserving local, open-pollinated, non-GMO seeds like wheat, okra, and spinach that are resistant to drought and pests.
The project helps farmers who cannot afford imported seeds due to blockades and high food prices by loaning seeds, which farmers return after harvest.
About 200 farmers have benefited from the seed distribution supported by the International Committee of the Red Cross.
Gaza faces severe food scarcity with 1.2 million people in urgent need of food aid.
Israel continues to restrict access to farming land, seed imports, and fertilizer, worsening the agricultural crisis.
The seed bank aims to promote food sovereignty, which means Palestinians can grow their own food sustainably despite challenging conditions.
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President Donald Trump’s envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will visit Moscow and Kyiv this weekend to discuss ending the war. They plan to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during their trip.
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Witkoff and Kushner will travel on Friday.
They will meet President Putin at the Kremlin on Saturday.
They will meet President Zelensky in Kyiv on Sunday.
This is their first visit to Kyiv since President Trump started his second term.
The visit follows a recent trip by CIA Director John Ratcliffe to Moscow.
Ratcliffe met Russian intelligence chiefs to explore diplomatic options to end the war.
Witkoff and Kushner met President Trump on Thursday to discuss the trip.
The trip had uncertain timing but was confirmed in the days before it took place.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping recently visited Egypt to mark 70 years of diplomatic ties between the two countries. During the visit, Chinese tech company Huawei proposed building AI data centers in Egypt, while the US is preparing a competing offer, highlighting Egypt’s key role in the growing AI competition between China and the United States.
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Xi Jinping’s visit to Egypt was his first to the Middle East in four years and his first to Egypt in ten years.
China is one of Egypt’s largest economic partners, while the US is a major defense and strategic ally.
Huawei proposed a project to build AI data centers in Egypt using its Ascend AI processors, a first known export of these chips.
The planned AI infrastructure could be used for military, surveillance, and public sector purposes in Egypt.
The US government is reportedly preparing a competing offer involving American companies like Nvidia, AMD, and Microsoft.
The AI race between China and the US is a global competition, with the US currently investing much more in AI research and development.
Huawei’s long-standing presence in Egypt and possibly lower costs may give China an advantage in winning the data center contract.
Egypt receives around $1.3 billion annually in US military aid but is also growing its economic and military relations with China.
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Rescuers in Nepal are searching for more than 150 people trapped in hydropower tunnels after flash floods caused by a glacial collapse swept through a Himalayan valley near the China border. Two workers were rescued alive from a tunnel, while one body was found, but over a thousand people remain missing in Nepal and Tibet following the disaster.
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A glacial collapse caused flash floods on 26 August in a Himalayan valley on the Nepal-Tibet border.
The floods have killed at least 1,311 people and 5,330 are missing across Nepal and Tibet.
Rescuers found two injured men alive in the Trishuli 3A hydropower tunnel after hearing faint voices.
One body was also found in the same tunnel, but officials are unsure if others trapped inside are alive.
Rescue teams are digging through mud and rocks and pumping air into tunnels to reach trapped workers.
Over 400 Nepali nationals and 270 foreigners have been rescued so far.
Heavy rainfall and floodwaters have made rescue efforts difficult by washing away machinery and raising water levels.
Scientists believe the disaster was triggered by a glacial collapse possibly linked to climate change.
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Many Moroccans are frustrated due to years of political control and few job opportunities. This has led to a border crisis with Spain, where many migrants tried to cross into Ceuta after rumors of an open border spread.
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Moroccans face political repression and limited economic chances at home.
A large group of Moroccans attempted to cross the border into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta.
The border crisis involved overwhelmed security forces and spread of online misinformation.
Some reports say Moroccan authorities might have allowed the crossing, but no solid proof confirms this.
The crisis reflects deeper dissatisfaction within Moroccan society, not just political strategy.
The Spanish government called for calm after some clashes with anti-migrant protesters in Ceuta.
Migration from Morocco to Spain is influenced by historical political and diplomatic relations.
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Dame Meera Syal shared in a new memoir that she was sexually harassed and assaulted by two men in the media industry when she was in her 20s. Despite these events, she overcame the difficulties and became a successful British TV star, speaking openly to raise awareness and support others.
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Meera Syal faced sexual harassment and assault early in her career in the 1980s or 1990s.
One incident involved a theatre director who tried to exchange a role for sexual acts, which she refused.
Another incident involved an older actor who assaulted her after inviting her to his home; he has since died.
She did not report these incidents at the time due to the culture of silence in the industry.
Syal later found support in women's groups and began campaigning to help South Asian women.
She was born in Wolverhampton in 1961 to Indian Punjabi parents.
Syal is known for her work on British TV shows like Goodness Gracious Me and The Kumars at No 42.
In 2025, she received a damehood for services to literature, drama, and charity.
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