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Australian ski resorts are closing their ski seasons up to a month early due to unusually warm winter weather, low snowfall, and heavy rain. Scientists say a strong El Niño and climate change have caused higher temperatures, making snow melt faster and reducing skiing conditions.
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Seven major Australian ski resorts have closed early or will close this weekend, including Mount Buller, Mount Hotham, Falls Creek, and Charlotte Pass.
Ski resorts usually stay open until early October but are closing earlier because of warm weather and little snow.
El Niño, a Pacific Ocean weather pattern, is causing hotter and drier conditions in southeast Australia this winter.
Climate scientists report that alpine winter temperatures in Australia have risen about 2°C since the 1960s.
Higher temperatures caused precipitation to fall as rain instead of snow, which melts snowpacks quickly.
Data show some resorts experienced their warmest and wettest winters on record, with rain washing away snow.
The current El Niño is forecast to be the strongest on record and has been made more likely by climate change.
New South Wales, Tasmania, and Victoria had their hottest winters ever recorded in 2024.
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Myanmar’s leader Min Aung Hlaing is visiting Vietnam to improve relations with ASEAN countries and attract foreign investment. This visit is part of his efforts to reengage with Southeast Asian nations after years of diplomatic isolation since his military takeover in 2021.
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Min Aung Hlaing became Myanmar’s president in April 2026 after an election criticized as favoring military control.
He is visiting Vietnam to meet with leaders and attend a business forum.
Vietnam and Myanmar have long-standing military connections, including telecom cooperation.
Economic ties between Myanmar and Vietnam have weakened, with trade dropping from $853 million in 2020 to $335 million in early 2026.
Since 2026, Min Aung Hlaing traveled to several countries including India, China, Laos, Thailand, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Russia to seek investment.
He was isolated by ASEAN after his 2021 coup but is now making efforts to restore his position in the 11-member group.
Min Aung Hlaing was previously barred from top ASEAN meetings for not following a peace plan agreed in April 2021.
Western governments have imposed sanctions and avoided engagement with him after the military takeover.
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Fighting between Yemen’s Houthi rebels and government forces has intensified in the Taiz region, causing many families to flee their homes again. The Houthis attacked areas including Maqbanah and Jabal Habashi, leading to heavy clashes and new displacement of people who had previously escaped the conflict.
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Abdullah Saeed and about 300 families fled fighting in 2022 and lived in al-Rahabah camp, 90 km south of Taiz.
In early June 2024, Houthi rebels launched a new offensive using missiles, drones, and ground attacks.
The Houthis advanced in Maqbanah, Mawzaa, and Jabal Habashi districts, forcing many displaced families to flee again.
Fighting between Houthis and government forces is the fiercest since 2022, with many casualties on both sides.
The conflict began in 2014 when Houthis took over much of northwest Yemen including the capital, Sanaa.
Houthis have targeted several governorates and the strategic al-Makha port to gain control of the southern Red Sea coast.
Government forces, backed by Saudi Arabia, have responded with drone strikes and counterattacks.
Rising violence may lead Saudi Arabia to renew military involvement in Yemen after four years.
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In several Indian states, young children in government schools have staged protests demanding repairs and new buildings after many schools became unsafe. These student protests follow earlier youth protests by Gen Z demanding education reforms and accountability for exam leaks.
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In a village in Uttar Pradesh, 122 school children refused to enter classrooms until promised a new school building.
The current school building is unsafe, with parts damaged and a student seriously injured after a wall collapsed.
Similar protests have taken place in at least 10 Indian states with crumbling government school infrastructure.
These school protests follow large demonstrations earlier in the year led by Gen Z students in New Delhi.
Earlier protests focused on exam paper leaks and youth unemployment, leading to the resignation of the Education Minister.
The youth movement, called Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), uses satire to highlight education and employment issues.
The current protests show younger children (Gen Alpha) now publicly questioning authorities and demanding better education facilities.
The protests pose a challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government in addressing youth concerns.
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Gloria Steinem, a well-known activist and writer who supported women's rights, has died at the age of 92. She was recognized for her long career advocating for gender equality.
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Gloria Steinem was a leading figure in the women's rights movement.
She worked as a journalist and activist.
She passed away at 92 years old.
Steinem helped bring attention to issues affecting women.
Her work spanned several decades.
The news of her death was reported on September 4, 2026.
She is remembered for inspiring words and efforts promoting feminism.
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Businesses in England use large amounts of public water, with some industries consuming more than the daily water needs of 10 million people. Regulators face challenges tracking water use due to limited data access and commercial secrecy, which affects water planning during a drought affecting much of the country.
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Businesses use about 2.6 billion litres of public water daily, around 30% of total public water supply.
Two-thirds of the water business use occurs in areas experiencing water stress or drought.
A very small number of companies use water equivalent to the daily needs of 10 million people.
Large water users include oil refineries, chemical plants, and paper mills.
ExxonMobil’s Esso refinery at Fawley, Southampton, is reported as the largest single user of public water.
Some industries are not required to reduce water use despite drought conditions.
About 10% of businesses are not metered for water use, and only 11% of meters are smart meters that provide detailed data.
Data sharing between water operators and government agencies is limited due to commercial confidentiality rules.
Regulators call for mandatory water use reporting to improve water management and security.
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Rescuers in Nepal saved two workers from a hydropower tunnel nine days after floods caused by a glacier collapse hit the area. Around 115 workers are still believed to be trapped in the tunnel, and rescue teams continue their efforts.
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Two workers were rescued alive from the Trishuli 3A hydropower tunnel on September 4, 2026.
The rescue happened nine days after floods and mudslides struck Nepal on August 26, likely caused by a glacier collapse.
The rescued men were a mechanical foreman and a mechanical supervisor.
At least 557 workers are missing from the Trishuli 3A hydropower project, with about 115 believed trapped inside the main tunnel.
Rescue teams heard voices inside the tunnel, confirming survivors.
Around 1,259 people were killed by the floods in Nepal, and more than 5,000 remain missing.
On the Tibetan side of the border, 21 people died, and 541 are missing.
About 900 workers are missing across 12 hydropower projects in Nepal, with roughly 500 trapped in tunnels.
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Liz Masding and Mike Markham-Lee chose a dragon boat, instead of a traditional wedding car, to travel to their wedding reception on the River Deben in Woodbridge, Suffolk. After their wedding ceremony, the couple enjoyed a picnic on the boat while being paddled by Liz’s dragon boat crew.
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Liz Masding and Mike Markham-Lee married at Shire Hall in Woodbridge, Suffolk.
They used a dragon boat to travel to their wedding reception instead of a car or carriage.
Liz Masding has been a dragon boat paddler for some time and involved her crew in the wedding plans.
The boat trip included a picnic with champagne, sandwiches, and sausage rolls.
The couple paddled along the River Deben towards Waldringfield.
Mike Markham-Lee is a metal detector enthusiast and proposed with a ring he found buried in mud.
Their honeymoon plans include taking part in a boat race on Loch Ness with an 18-person crew.
The boat ride gave them an hour of calm during an otherwise busy wedding day.
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Visitors left human waste, rotting food, and abandoned camping gear at Bannau Brycheiniog National Park in south Wales over a recent holiday weekend. The park authorities said this kind of illegal dumping, called fly-tipping, has been increasing and harms the environment.
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Human poo, maggot-infested leftover food, and a tent with camping equipment were found dumped near Llyn y Fan Fawr in the park.
Bannau Brycheiniog National Park officials described the incident as one of the worst they have seen.
Fly-tipping means illegally dumping rubbish or waste in the countryside.
The park authority said many visitors now leave litter behind instead of taking it home, which damages the natural area.
Wildfires have recently occurred in the area, and discarded BBQs still pose a fire risk.
The Countryside Code is a set of rules encouraging people to respect nature, including not dropping litter.
Fly-tipping and littering are criminal offenses under UK law.
Park wardens have been busy cleaning up abandoned camps and rubbish during the summer.
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Dame Prue Leith, at 86, says that growing old can be freeing and less stressful than youth. She will join other authors to talk about positive aspects of aging at the Cheltenham Literature Festival on 15 October 2026.
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Dame Prue Leith describes old age as a time when people care less about others’ opinions and feel free to be themselves.
She will be part of a discussion called "Growing Old Disgracefully" with Gyles Brandreth and Kathy Lette.
The event will take place at The Times and Sunday Times Forum during the Cheltenham Literature Festival.
Dame Prue reflects that her teenage years were stressful with family conflicts and self-doubt.
She lives happily in the Cotswolds in a house with a large garden surrounded by fields.
Dame Prue is known for her work in cooking and television, including appearing on "Bake Off."
This will not be her first appearance at the festival; she last attended in 2018.
The discussion aims to change the view that ageing is something to fear.
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Jordan, a close ally of the United States in the Middle East, has faced repeated missile and drone attacks from Iran targeting its military bases. Despite economic challenges and regional instability, Jordan remains committed to its strong security partnership with the U.S. to help protect itself against threats from Iran.
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Jordan hosts American military forces and maintains strong security ties with the U.S.
Iran has launched hundreds of drone and missile strikes at Jordanian military bases.
Jordan’s economy is struggling due to regional conflicts, a refugee influx, high energy prices, and inflation.
Violence by Israeli settlers in the nearby West Bank is increasing tensions and causing concern in Jordan.
King Abdullah II supports maintaining close relations with the U.S. to help stabilize Jordan and the region.
Jordan is surrounded by Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Israel, and the West Bank and has over 11 million residents.
King Abdullah has built relationships with U.S. leaders from both political parties since 1999.
Regional conflicts like COVID-19 effects, the war in Ukraine, and Israeli military actions threaten wider instability.
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Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is trying to avoid more conflict with Morocco after a sudden increase in migrants crossing into the Spanish city of Ceuta. The situation is seen both as a domestic and international issue, with political opponents in Spain using migration as a critical topic, while outside groups spread information that makes the crisis worse.
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A large number of migrants crossed into Ceuta, a Spanish city in North Africa, quickly and unexpectedly.
The crossings are thought to result from Morocco allowing people to pass, called "deliberate permissiveness."
Prime Minister Sánchez’s cautious reaction aims to manage relations between Spain and Morocco carefully.
Inside Spain, some political groups use the migration issue to argue it threatens the country.
Right-wing parties describe the migration as an "invasion."
Foreign groups and hostile media spread information that increases tensions and confusion.
The border situation affects both Spain’s international standing and its internal politics.
Experts see the crisis as a mixture of political strategy, international diplomacy, and media influence.
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People are going back to their villages in southern Lebanon after damage caused by Israel’s military action. Many of their homes are destroyed, and they face problems finding shelter and clean water as winter starts.
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Residents are returning to villages in southern Lebanon.
The villages were damaged during an invasion by Israel.
Many homes in these villages are destroyed.
People have trouble finding affordable places to live.
Access to clean water is limited for these residents.
The situation worsens as winter approaches.
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Two workers trapped in a mud-blocked tunnel in Nepal after severe flooding were rescued more than a week later. Rescuers continue to search for hundreds of other missing workers in tunnels linked to hydropower projects in the Himalayan region.
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Two hydropower workers, Sanjay Shah and Kabir Maharjan, were rescued from a tunnel blocked by mud and debris on September 4, 2026.
The tunnel was part of the Trishuli 3A hydropower project in Nepal’s Rasuwa district.
The workers were trapped during catastrophic floods caused by a rock and ice avalanche on August 26, 2026.
Kabir Maharjan cannot move his hands and legs, while Shah's injuries are not serious.
Hundreds of other hydropower workers remain missing in various tunnels in the remote Himalayan region.
Rescue teams have recovered over 1,250 bodies from the floods, with more than 5,000 people still missing.
Australian rescue expert Arnold Dix has been advising the operation and traveled to Nepal to assist on site.
Rescuers heard faint responses from inside the tunnel before the two men were saved.
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Argentina’s President Javier Milei said the world is changing in a way that supports Argentina’s claim to the Falkland Islands. He mentioned that President Donald Trump might review the U.S. position on the islands, which are currently controlled by the UK.
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President Milei said "winds of change" favor Argentina’s claim to the Falkland Islands.
Milei quoted President Trump suggesting the U.S. is reconsidering its traditional support for the UK over the islands.
The Falkland Islands are currently governed by the UK, which insists the islanders want to remain British.
Trump indicated he might not support the UK in a territorial dispute over the islands, citing lack of UK support for him in other conflicts.
Argentina plans sanctions against companies involved in oil projects near the islands, accusing them of violating UN rules.
Milei announced more resources for Argentina’s defense, including work on a naval base in Tierra del Fuego.
The UK maintains its stance that sovereignty rests with it and that the islanders’ wishes are key.
Analysts link Milei’s focus on the Falklands claim to political strategy ahead of upcoming elections.
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Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform Party, is facing investigations over his party's finances and handling of donations. Recent reports reveal possible attempts to bypass election laws, and these issues have affected his and the party's public support. Despite winning a recent by-election, questions about Reform's future remain.
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Nigel Farage has led the Reform Party for many years and seeks to become prime minister.
Investigations are ongoing into Farage's and the party's financial activities.
An undercover video suggested a way to get an illegal foreign donation of £500,000.
Reform Party denies wrongdoing and says they were targeted by activists using a hoax.
Farage’s personal popularity has dropped among the general public but stays strong with core supporters.
Farage resigned from Parliament but won the Clacton by-election recently.
Some Reform members and journalists comment that Farage’s public behavior has changed, becoming more aggressive.
The Reform Party’s poll lead has declined due to competition from other parties and concerns about donations.
The party plans to push for a snap election and release plans for governing if elected.
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European governments face increasing sabotage attacks linked to Russia amid the war in Ukraine. These attacks, often carried out by remote operatives paid in cryptocurrency, are hard to trace and aimed at disrupting support for Ukraine. Europe is responding with diplomatic and economic measures but struggles to find stronger actions without escalating to full military conflict.
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Russia is suspected of running a sabotage campaign across Europe targeting defense facilities and infrastructure supporting Ukraine.
Recent attacks include an explosives-laden drone found near a Ukrainian plane in Germany and various unexplained fires and explosions.
Russian intelligence uses remote recruitment via Telegram channels, paying saboteurs in cryptocurrency to avoid direct involvement.
European countries like Denmark reported Moscow recruiting local citizens for sabotage.
Germany now quickly accuses Moscow of involvement, showing greater confidence and less patience for such attacks.
Germany responded to attacks by closing a Russian cultural center and consulate, a limited retaliation to avoid escalation.
European intelligence agencies mostly gather information and lack broad powers for covert operations abroad, limiting options.
Some EU countries are proposing laws to increase intelligence surveillance powers.
Europe has increased actions like detaining vessels linked to Russia’s "shadow fleet," e.g., Norway recently seized a Russian ship at Ukraine’s request.
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Russia has changed its attack strategy on Kyiv by launching drone and missile strikes both day and night, disrupting daily life for residents. These constant air raid alerts interrupt activities like commuting, shopping, and school, causing fear and exhaustion among people living in the city.
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Before, Russian attacks on Kyiv mostly happened at night, giving people a chance to plan safety measures.
New jet-powered drones allow attacks to continue during the daytime as well.
Kyiv residents now face frequent air raid sirens throughout the day and night.
Air raids force people to stop their activities and seek shelter repeatedly.
Some daily routines, like shopping and school, are disrupted multiple times during air raid alerts.
The attacks affect important life events such as weddings and funerals.
Photos and reports of the strikes spread quickly on Telegram, a popular messaging platform.
Ukraine is still trying to find ways to stop these ongoing attacks but has not yet succeeded.
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Rome is dealing with an increase in golf carts carrying tourists through its historic center. The city is now enforcing rules to control these carts because they cause traffic jams, illegal parking, and add to problems from too many visitors.
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Hundreds of golf carts are operating in Rome’s historic center, carrying tourists.
These golf carts often ignore or exceed existing traffic regulations.
City officials are starting a crackdown to regulate the golf cart tours.
Critics say the carts worsen traffic congestion and lead to illegal parking.
Some local media describe the situation like an “invasion” of golf carts in Rome.
Supporters say golf carts are quiet, take up less space, and cause less pollution than buses or vans.
Conflicts between golf cart drivers and other vehicle drivers have been reported.
Golf cart tours focus on popular tourist spots and are fast-paced rides through crowded streets.
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Rescuers pulled two workers out of a tunnel at the Trishuli 3A Hydropower Project in Nepal. This happened more than a week after a big flash flood hit the Nepal-China border area.
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Two people were rescued from a tunnel in Nepal.
The tunnel is part of the Trishuli 3A Hydropower Project.
The rescue took place more than a week after a flash flood.
The flood struck the border area between Nepal and China.
The event involved emergency recovery efforts in a dangerous site.
Hydropower projects use water to make electricity.
Flash floods are sudden, heavy floods caused by rain or melting water.
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