Six U.S. states held primary elections on Tuesday, including key Democratic races in Wisconsin and Minnesota and a Republican special primary in South Carolina. In South Carolina, Republicans are selecting a candidate to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham, while in Wisconsin and Minnesota, Democrats are competing for governor and Senate nominations.
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Six states held primary elections on Tuesday.
Wisconsin’s Democratic governor race features Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, and David Crowley, a moderate candidate.
President Trump’s ally, Representative Tom Tiffany, is expected to win the Republican nomination in Wisconsin.
Minnesota’s open Senate race has Democratic contenders Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Rep. Angie Craig competing for the nomination.
Senator Amy Klobuchar is running for governor in Minnesota and faces little opposition.
South Carolina is holding a special Republican primary with ten candidates to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
Lindsey Graham’s sister, Senator Darline Graham, was appointed to fill his seat and is also running.
If no candidate wins a majority in South Carolina, a runoff election may occur.
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A 2-year-old boy in Thomasville, Georgia, was stung by fire ants while playing outside, causing his face to swell severely. His parents quickly took him to the emergency room where he received treatment and has now recovered fully.
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The boy’s name is Rolin; he is 2 years old and was playing with his brothers in the backyard.
He stepped into a new fire ant mound, causing multiple stings.
Fire ants are common in the southern U.S. and can cause serious allergic reactions.
Rolin’s face swelled quickly after the stings, prompting a fast trip to the hospital.
At the hospital, he was given epinephrine, steroids, and antihistamines to treat the allergic reaction.
Rolin was previously stung by ants without an allergic reaction, making this incident unexpected.
The family shares their experience to raise awareness and advises parents to act quickly if their child shows allergy signs.
Rolin has recovered and returned to normal activities, including playing outside.
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A Taiwanese court sentenced a woman named Hsu Chun-ying to seven years in prison for working with Chinese officials to influence Taiwan's politics. Hsu, born in China and married to a Taiwanese citizen, was found guilty of breaking laws related to infiltration and banking by transferring money improperly from China.
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Hsu Chun-ying was sentenced to seven years for conspiring with Chinese government officials and proxies.
She violated Taiwan’s Anti-Infiltration Act and Banking Act by transferring about $760,000 improperly.
Hsu is part of a group called "mainland spouses," people born in China who moved to Taiwan after marriage.
Prosecutors said Hsu worked with Chinese officials to influence political parties and elections in Taiwan.
She supported political candidates linked to the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) under Chinese direction.
Taiwan’s government accused her of gathering intelligence for China to affect Taiwanese politics.
The case highlights tensions between Taiwan and China, which claims Taiwan as part of its territory.
Hsu led a now-disbanded group for cross-strait marriages and families, aimed at immigrants from China.
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Jackie was a bald eagle who brought many people together. She died about a month after fighting with two other birds, leaving a lasting impact on the community.
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Jackie was a mother bald eagle.
She engaged in a fight with two other birds.
Jackie died nearly one month after the fight.
Her story united millions of people.
Friends of Big Bear Valley shared information about her legacy.
The bald eagle is a symbol of wildlife and nature in the U.S.
The news segment was produced by ABC News' Danny New.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia is using ballistic missiles from North Korea in attacks on Ukraine. He also said North Korean troops are fighting alongside Russian forces and that Russia is preparing to increase missile production and soldier recruitment.
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Russia used North Korean ballistic missiles in attacks on the city of Zaporizhzhia, killing six people and injuring 19.
Three more civilians, including a 15-year-old boy, were killed by Russian drones and artillery in central Ukraine.
Russia and North Korea signed a strategic partnership in 2024, agreeing to help each other if attacked.
Reports say over 1,000 North Korean troops are fighting in Ukraine alongside Russian forces.
Ukraine captured two wounded North Korean soldiers in January 2025 for the first time.
Zelenskyy warned that cooperation with Russia helps North Korea improve its missile technology, which could threaten other countries in Asia.
Russia is increasing missile production to overcome Ukraine’s limited air defense capabilities.
Russia is preparing for a major increase in soldier numbers to push forward on the long eastern and southern front lines.
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A Syrian court sentenced Bashar al-Assad, the ousted leader, to death in absentia for war crimes and crimes against humanity during the civil war. Assad fled to Moscow after his regime was overthrown in December 2024. His cousin, Atef Najib, was also sentenced to death and appeared in court in a cage.
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Bashar al-Assad was sentenced to death by a Syrian court without being present.
The charges include war crimes and crimes against humanity during Syria’s civil war.
Assad left Syria for Moscow after his regime ended in December 2024.
Atef Najib, Assad’s cousin and former political security head in Deraa, was also sentenced to death.
Najib was convicted of murder, killing children under 15, and torture causing death.
Deraa province was the starting point of the 2011 uprising that led to the civil war.
Syria’s new government began trials of former Assad officials earlier in 2025.
It is unclear if Assad will be extradited from Russia to Syria for trial or punishment.
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A charity warns that Andy Burnham’s plan to stop people sleeping rough in England is at risk because many ex-prisoners cannot find housing after release. Nearly one in six people leaving prison last year had no place to live, which makes it harder to reduce homelessness and crime.
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Around 15,155 people released from prison in England and Wales between April 2025 and March 2026 were homeless.
This number equals about 300 people per week and is an 18% rise from the previous year.
The percentage of prisoners released without housing has increased yearly for five years, from 10.6% in 2021-22 to 15.9% in 2025-26.
Safe housing after release helps reduce the chance of reoffending; 75% of rough sleepers reoffend, compared to just over 33% of those with homes.
South-central England has the highest rate of prison leavers released homeless at 20.7%.
Challenges include prisoners being released directly from court without support, short sentences that complicate housing plans, and poor training of housing staff.
The government is reviewing whether to block the early release of two convicted manslaughterers linked to the death of a police officer.
Burnham pledged £340 million extra funding over three years to end rough sleeping in England.
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Ukraine and Russia continued attacks, with Ukrainian President Zelensky accusing Russia of using North Korean missiles in strikes on Ukraine. Ukraine also launched strikes on Russian targets far inside Russia, including warehouses and a petrochemical plant.
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Ukrainian President Zelensky said Russia used North Korean ballistic missiles in an attack on Zaporizhzhia, killing at least six people and injuring 19.
Ukraine struck warehouses of Wildberries, a major Russian online retailer near the Ukraine border, which supports Russian military logistics.
Ukraine carried out drone strikes on Tatarstan, a Russian republic over 1,100 km from Ukraine, killing at least 13 people.
Zelensky warned that up to 50,000 North Korean soldiers may be helping Russia in the conflict.
Ukrainian forces successfully attacked a petrochemical plant in western Siberia, deep inside Russia, calling it a significant military achievement.
Russia launched about 120 drones and various missiles overnight at Ukrainian targets, causing injuries and infrastructure damage.
Ukrainian air defenses are reportedly strained but continue to intercept many incoming attacks.
Some Russian cities, including Kyiv and Sumy, experienced power outages and damage due to missile and drone strikes.
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Darline Graham was appointed to fill her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate seat in South Carolina and is now running in the Republican primary to keep the seat. She has President Donald Trump's endorsement but faces questions from some Republicans about her experience and her role as a preferred candidate.
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Senator Lindsey Graham passed away in July 2026, leaving a vacant Senate seat in South Carolina.
Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, was appointed to finish his term the day after his death.
Darline Graham is running in the Republican primary to win a full Senate term.
President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Darline Graham.
Some Republican voters are uncertain because they feel Darline has been chosen by party leaders rather than voters.
Darline Graham has worked in several South Carolina state roles and with local organizations before becoming senator.
She supports President Trump's policies and plans to focus more on domestic issues like affordability.
Political experts say Trump's endorsement helps Darline Graham’s campaign since many voters are not familiar with her.
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Israeli lawmaker Ofer Cassif has stated that attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians in the West Bank are a form of "state terrorism." He claims the government supports and funds these settler actions.
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Ofer Cassif is a member of the Israeli Knesset (parliament).
He refers to violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank.
Cassif calls this violence "state terrorism."
He says the government encourages and pays for these attacks.
The incidents take place in the occupied West Bank area.
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A new clinical trial has started to test the Ervebo vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo). This trial aims to help control the current Ebola outbreak spreading in the region.
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The vaccine being tested is called Ervebo.
Ervebo was originally developed for the Zaire strain of Ebola.
The trial will see if Ervebo works against the Bundibugyo strain.
The Ebola outbreak is currently spreading in DR Congo.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is involved in the vaccine study.
The trial was announced on August 11, 2026.
Ebola is a serious and often deadly virus causing outbreaks in parts of Africa.
This effort is part of a global response to control Ebola outbreaks.
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A child therapist explains that parents who quickly solve their children's problems can unintentionally weaken the children's confidence. Allowing kids to face challenges and learn from their mistakes helps them build self-trust and resilience.
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Many parents find parenting harder than expected, with 62% saying so in a Pew Research report.
About 40% of U.S. parents are very worried their kids might have anxiety or depression.
Child therapist Jill Hartrich says jumping in too soon to fix a child's problem can harm their confidence.
When children solve problems on their own, they learn to trust themselves and feel proud.
Parents should let kids experience natural consequences, like forgetting homework, instead of intervening immediately.
Offering empathy and encouragement, rather than fixing problems, helps children develop coping skills.
Praising children specifically for their effort after facing difficulty boosts their self-confidence.
Building the ability to handle distress is important for a child's emotional strength and independence.
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The Democratic Party in Wisconsin is holding a competitive primary race to replace Governor Tony Evers, who is not seeking reelection. Francesca Hong, a progressive candidate and state representative, leads the Democratic primary, facing criticism from some party members and challenges from Republican candidate Tom Tiffany.
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Governor Tony Evers announced he would not run for reelection, leaving an open seat for the first time since 2010.
Francesca Hong, a state representative and former restaurant owner, is leading the Democratic primary polls.
Hong is identified as a democratic socialist and has faced scrutiny over past statements, which she has since clarified or retracted.
Some Democrats worry Hong might have difficulty attracting independent voters and could hurt other Democrats in Wisconsin elections.
David Crowley, endorsed by Evers, briefly ended his campaign but later re-entered and raised more campaign funds than Hong.
Republican Tom Tiffany, supported by President Donald Trump, is the likely GOP nominee for governor.
Absentee ballots have been cast for some Democratic candidates who withdrew but remain on the ballot.
The outcome in Wisconsin is viewed as an important test for the future direction of the Democratic Party and progressive candidates.
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A trial started this week for a man accused of planning the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. The trial comes nearly 30 years after Tupac was shot near the Las Vegas Strip.
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Tupac Shakur was killed almost 30 years ago.
The murder took place near the Las Vegas Strip.
A man is on trial accused of organizing Tupac’s killing.
The trial began with jury selection this week.
Tupac Shakur was a famous rapper and cultural figure.
The case has remained open for nearly three decades before this trial.
The news was reported by FRANCE 24 and journalist Wassim Cornet.
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Large wildfires are rapidly spreading in Washington and Oregon due to hot, dry, and windy weather. Firefighters are working to control many fires, especially the Wrights Spring Fire in Oregon and the Little Giant Fire in Washington, which have caused evacuations and damage to homes.
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The Pacific Northwest is the most active wildfire region in the U.S. this summer.
There are 46 large, uncontained fires burning across Washington and Oregon.
Nearly 30,000 firefighters are battling 98 large fires nationwide.
The Wrights Spring Fire in Klamath County, Oregon, has burned 46,769 acres and is not yet contained.
The Wrights Spring Fire was caused by lightning and started on August 5.
The Little Giant Fire in Chelan County, Washington, has destroyed about 26 structures, including homes and cabins.
Evacuations and road closures are in effect in areas affected by the fires.
One firefighter, Jason Ensign, died while fighting the Wrights Spring Fire.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez shared a video about freezing her eggs, sparking a political debate about fertility and family choices. Some conservatives criticized her decision, while others, including people in President Trump’s White House, expressed concern that this backlash could hurt Republican support among women voters.
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AOC posted a video of herself preparing to freeze her eggs, raising discussion about fertility and family planning.
Some conservatives criticized her for delaying having children and questioned the success of egg freezing.
Others, including conservative women and White House officials, said criticizing AOC is not a good message for Republicans.
President Trump supports fertility treatments like in-vitro fertilization and encourages families to have more children.
The debate highlights a split among conservatives on how to address birthrates and women’s reproductive choices.
Republican advisers warned their party not to engage too much in this discussion ahead of midterm elections.
AOC’s announcement united Democrats and divided Republicans on this issue.
Some conservatives emphasized traditional family approaches, while others defended women’s right to choose their timing.
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A mining company in Rwanda called Trinity Metals exports tungsten from its Nyakabingo mine. This tungsten makes up about 20% of the tungsten used in the United States, including for defense purposes.
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Trinity Metals is a mining company based in Rwanda.
It operates the Nyakabingo tungsten mine.
Tungsten from this mine accounts for up to 20% of the US primary tungsten concentrate consumption.
The tungsten is part of the US defense supply chain.
The article was issued on August 11, 2026.
Tungsten is a metal used in various industries, including defense.
This connection shows Rwanda as a supplier to the US mineral needs.
No further details about contract terms or volumes were given.
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Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have launched new attacks on Yemen’s government-held port city of Mokha and other areas, raising concerns about the possible return of civil war and threats to important shipping routes. At the same time, Iran insists it will not reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz until the United States meets certain demands, while President Donald Trump demands compensation from Iran for past attacks.
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Houthi rebels attacked Yemen’s port city Mokha and the central region of Marib using missiles and drones.
The attacks have killed at least seven people, including government troops, and heightened fears of renewed civil war.
Mokha is a key port controlled by Yemen’s internationally recognized government and is important for shipping.
The Houthis also targeted oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, which supports Yemen’s government.
The Strait of Hormuz, a major oil shipping route, remains closed by Iran due to tensions with the U.S. and Israel.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz without U.S. lifting of blockades and other demands.
President Donald Trump has stated he wants compensation from Iran for Americans killed in past attacks.
The conflict affects critical shipping lanes that connect oil exports to the rest of the world.
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A drone strike caused a large fire at Libya’s Zawiya oil refinery, and a car bomb killed a senior military officer in Benghazi, eastern Libya. These attacks occurred amid ongoing violence and division in Libya, a country with competing governments in the east and west.
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A drone hit a gasoline tank at the Zawiya oil refinery, starting a fire that burned overnight.
The Zawiya facility holds critical energy infrastructure, including the country's largest oil refinery.
No casualties were reported from the fire at Zawiya.
Another drone attack nearby caused no damage or injuries.
A car bomb in Benghazi killed Maj. Gen. Fawzy al-Mansouri, a senior military intelligence officer.
The Libyan National Army, led by Khalifa Hifter, controls the eastern part of Libya.
Libya remains divided between rival governments and armed groups in the east and west.
These attacks highlight ongoing insecurity in the country years after the 2011 civil war.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a peace plan proposed by President Donald Trump to advance a ceasefire in Gaza. Netanyahu said Israel will not withdraw from Gaza territory until the militant group Hamas is fully disarmed, delaying progress on the ceasefire and reconstruction efforts.
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Netanyahu has a long history of balancing Israel’s security concerns with maintaining good relations with the U.S.
Netanyahu rejected Trump’s ceasefire plan less than three months before Israeli elections.
The plan involved Hamas gradually giving up weapons while Israel would stop attacks and withdraw forces.
Hamas accepted the plan but tied disarmament to the creation of a Palestinian state, which Israel opposes.
Israel controls about 60% of Gaza territory, with Hamas controlling the rest.
Netanyahu’s government refuses to pull back until Hamas is completely disarmed.
Since the ceasefire took effect, Israeli military strikes on Gaza have lessened, with over 1,250 Gaza deaths reported since.
Israeli military strike authority was reportedly limited to the army chief of staff as part of efforts to support the ceasefire.
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