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Since July, about 125,000 people, including over 57,000 children, have fled fighting in Yemen between the Houthi rebels and the Yemeni government with Saudi Arabia’s support. Many refugees are making a risky journey across the Bab el-Mandeb strait to Djibouti, often facing extreme heat and lack of water.
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Fighting in Yemen began in July involving Houthi rebels and the Yemeni government backed by Saudi Arabia.
Around 125,000 people have left their homes because of the conflict.
More than 57,000 of the displaced are children.
Refugees are crossing the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a dangerous sea route, to reach Djibouti.
Many refugees face extreme heat and have very little water during their journey.
The United Nations says this is one of the fastest and most unstable movements of people in Yemen in recent years.
The conflict is linked to Iran-backed Houthis fighting against the Yemeni government and Saudi Arabia.
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Russia is holding parliamentary elections where many candidates are military veterans from the war in Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin wants these veterans to form a strong group in government to support ongoing war efforts and related policies.
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Russians are voting to choose a new parliament for the first time since the war in Ukraine started.
Over 180 candidates linked to the Ukraine war are running in the election.
President Putin wants war veterans to be political leaders and fast-tracked into important roles.
The ruling party, United Russia, is expected to win most seats easily.
Opposition parties that criticize the war, like Yabloko, were removed from the ballot.
Independent polls show most Russians support the war but are unhappy about economic problems it caused.
Many Russians want some military funding shifted to healthcare, education, and pensions.
The new parliament will stay in place until after the 2030 presidential election, helping to maintain strong war support.
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Andrew Tate says he is facing bad conditions in a Miami jail, including being moved to a solitary cell with no hot water or air conditioning and many cockroaches. He and his brother are held while fighting legal claims in the U.S. and the UK, and Tate says he plans to take legal action over his treatment.
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Andrew Tate is in a Miami Federal Detention Center since July.
He is held in a Special Housing Unit (SHU), which is solitary confinement.
Tate claims his new cell has 10 to 15 cockroaches visible at once.
His cell lacks hot water and air conditioning.
He says prison guards are rude to him and punish him for extra books.
Tate and his brother face charges including rape and sex trafficking in the UK, which they deny.
He describes the jail conditions as cruel punishment violating civil rights.
Tate’s attorney and the Federal Bureau of Prisons have been asked for comment.
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The stock market in 2026 has grown strongly, partly because of big investments in artificial intelligence (AI). However, warnings from AI leaders and possible new rules could slow down AI growth, which might affect the market in the future.
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The stock market indexes like Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq have increased by 8%, 11%, and 13% respectively this year.
AI is a major factor in U.S. economic growth, contributing about one-third of GDP growth in 2026.
Companies like Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices, which make AI-related chips, have seen big stock price increases.
Despite the excitement, 95% of companies investing in AI have not made money from it, spending around $40 billion.
AI company leaders have issued warnings about the risks AI poses, leading to talks about government regulation.
Some politicians propose measures like a "kill switch" to control AI if it becomes dangerous.
President Donald Trump has called fears about AI risks a "hoax."
Rising interest rates increase borrowing costs, which might slow down investment in AI projects.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree to transfer the Russian operations of Swiss company Nestle and three French firms to a new Russian company called LEV Management. This move is part of Russia’s response to Western sanctions and follows a pattern of Russia seizing or controlling the Russian businesses of Western companies since the Ukraine war began.
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President Putin approved a decree to transfer assets of Nestle and three French companies (Auchan, Lemana Pro, and FM Logistic) in Russia to LEV Management.
LEV Management was created at the end of 2025 and is led by a Russian interior ministry general.
Many Western companies sold or isolated their Russian operations after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Russia now restricts companies from leaving by requiring presidential approval or by seizing their assets.
Nestle said it is working to protect its rights and maintain business operations in Russia.
Nestle’s sales in Russia now account for about 1% of its total sales, down from 2% before the Ukraine war.
Auchan and Leroy Merlin, both owned by the French Mulliez family, have about a dozen outlets each in Russia.
This seizure follows Russia’s 2023 takeover of Danone’s Russian business, later sold to a relative of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.
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The Kremlin has tightened control ahead of Russia's Duma elections to prevent any sign of public protest. Opposition parties, including the antiwar Yabloko and some candidates from the Communist Party, have faced bans, arrests, and restrictions to ensure the election shows strong support for President Putin and the ruling United Russia party.
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The Kremlin increased election controls called “ballot sterilisation” to reduce risks of protest votes.
Opposition candidates, including some from the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (CPRF), were arrested or barred from running.
Yabloko, the only openly antiwar registered party, was initially allowed to run but then banned by the Supreme Court.
Yabloko’s antiwar stance sparked a sudden rise in public interest and online searches before its ban.
The CPRF is the second-largest party and is more critical of the government locally but not openly antiwar.
Some CPRF candidates were removed from the ballot, and the party faced campaign restrictions.
The Kremlin uses administrative pressure, electronic voting, extended voting periods, and no independent observers to control election outcomes.
The government aims to present election results that show national unity and strong support for President Putin and United Russia.
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A man with a terminal illness wrote to Australian MP Andrew Hastie about his plan to use assisted dying, and Microsoft Copilot AI suggested inappropriate replies like “congratulations.” This story was shared during a parliamentary inquiry about AI, highlighting concerns about reliance on US-based AI systems and the Australian government’s efforts to bring AI companies under local laws and control.
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Microsoft Copilot suggested inappropriate replies to a man planning to end his life with voluntary assisted dying.
MP Andrew Hastie used this example to point out problems with American-run AI software.
The Australian government wants AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI to operate under Australian law.
Australia’s cyber-intelligence agency relies heavily on US-based AI and fears losing capabilities if cut off.
The defence department is working to keep AI and data processing local by building data centers within Australia.
Strict government oversight is planned for AI companies operating in Australia, including reporting rules and early access to advanced models.
New standards will require AI data centers to engage with communities and support renewable energy.
Copyright law changes are being discussed to govern how AI can use Australian content, with some resistance from creators.
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Left-wing streamer Hasan Piker says he wants to campaign for Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez if she runs for president in 2028. Although Piker has many followers and supports progressive candidates, some Democrats are distancing themselves from him because of his controversial statements on politics and violence.
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Hasan Piker wants to help campaign for AOC if she runs for president in 2028.
Piker has been active supporting left-wing candidates this year.
Some Democratic politicians have stopped working with Piker due to his controversial comments.
Abdul El-Sayed, a Michigan Senate candidate, distanced himself from Piker after Piker made comments about U.S. attacks in the Middle East.
Piker has praised China’s government model and showed mixed views on Mao Zedong, noting deaths from famine and mismanagement.
He admitted making violent comments on his stream but said they were jokes, not serious calls for violence.
Piker strongly criticizes Israel’s government and equates Zionism with fascism, but says he is not worried his followers will act violently.
Piker discusses using political pressure through work stoppages and protests rather than violence.
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Many companies, experts, and the White House are working on ways to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) to make it safer and more trustworthy. Right now, there is no strong government regulation, so companies are trying to police themselves and decide who will check if AI systems are safe while waiting for official rules.
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The White House prefers a voluntary approach where AI companies monitor their own technology.
AI leaders and safety groups are competing to become trusted third-party evaluators of AI systems.
Some evaluators have close ties to AI companies or movements like effective altruism, raising concerns about independence.
The AI research community is small and connected, so many evaluators have backgrounds in major AI labs.
Current AI tests often focus on performance, like coding and math, but miss risks like software vulnerabilities.
Companies like Booz Allen evaluate AI for clients, but these evaluations may overlook important safety aspects.
Elon Musk suggested U.S. and Chinese AI labs review each other’s models, but this is seen as unlikely due to competition.
OpenAI proposed a public system to report AI problems, but participation is voluntary and transparency concerns remain.
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French far-right politician Éric Zemmour announced he will run in the 2027 presidential election. He plans to focus on strong immigration controls, including deporting unemployed legal residents and other foreigners.
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Éric Zemmour leads the far-right Reconquest party in France.
He declared his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election.
Zemmour proposes strict immigration laws, including deporting unemployed foreign residents, undocumented immigrants, and foreign offenders.
Marine Le Pen, another far-right candidate, is also running and has been runner-up in the last two elections.
Le Pen recently had a ban on holding public office reduced by a court.
Opinion polls show Le Pen may lead in the first round of voting.
Other possible candidates include centrist Edouard Philippe and left-wing Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
President Emmanuel Macron will not run in the 2027 election.
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Young people from Generation Z and millennials are moving away from expensive coastal cities to more affordable places in the South, according to Redfin’s analysis. Millennials are choosing cities where they can buy bigger homes for less money, while Gen Z is moving to cities with good job opportunities and active social scenes.
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Millennials (ages 30-45) are moving to cities like Houston, Las Vegas, and Atlanta for affordable larger homes.
Older Gen Zers (in their 20s) are moving to cities such as San Antonio, Austin, Nashville, and Washington, D.C. for career opportunities.
San Antonio is the top city for Gen Z moves, followed by Washington, D.C., Austin, Nashville, and Dallas.
These popular cities offer more entry-level jobs, which have decreased nationwide by about 35% since early 2023.
The unemployment rate for recent graduates is 5.7%, higher than the overall national rate of 4.1%.
Fewer young adults are moving now compared to 2014, with the share of 19-24 year-olds leaving their metro dropping from 15.3% to 13.5%.
Gen Z values locations with job opportunities and affordable living costs over paying more for certain places.
Healthcare and cybersecurity are important industries in San Antonio, one of the top chosen cities.
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The Yemeni group Ansar Allah (the Houthis), supported by Iran, has increased attacks on Saudi Arabia and taken control of an important shipping route near the Suez Canal. This situation challenges Saudi Arabia and the U.S., making military intervention difficult and raising concerns about ongoing instability in the region.
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Ansar Allah is an Iranian-backed group fighting against Saudi Arabia and Yemen's government forces.
The Houthis now control the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a key passage for global oil shipments.
Past attacks by the Houthis have disrupted shipping in the Red Sea.
Saudi Arabia’s pipeline was recently damaged by an attack linked to Iran-aligned groups.
Saudi Arabia has led a coalition fighting in Yemen since 2015 but has not defeated the Houthis.
A 2022 ceasefire in Yemen temporarily stopped fighting, but recent strikes have reignited conflict.
Foreign military involvement in Yemen faces challenges similar to past conflicts in Vietnam and Afghanistan, including difficult terrain and strong insurgencies.
Egypt’s 1960s military campaign in Yemen resulted in heavy losses and political consequences, serving as a historical example of the difficulty of foreign intervention.
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Some people called "aid influencers" are helping with flood relief in Nepal but are accused of using the victims’ stories to get more followers on social media. Groups working on flood aid are trying new methods to raise awareness and money.
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Nepal recently experienced serious flooding that affected many people.
"Aid influencers" are social media users who promote help efforts online.
These influencers are being accused of taking advantage of flood survivors to gain followers.
Organizations are looking for new ways to raise funds and awareness without exploiting victims.
The situation highlights challenges in balancing help with respectful communication.
Al Jazeera journalist Nicolas Haque reported on the issue.
The term "aid influencers" refers to people who focus on charity work through social media.
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Severe thunderstorms caused heavy rain, flooding, and at least one death in eastern Spain, especially around Barcelona and Valencia. Meanwhile, Japan is preparing for Typhoon Dujuan, expected to become a category one storm near its southeast coast.
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Thunderstorms hit eastern Spain, causing heavy rain, large hail, and strong winds.
Flooding submerged roads and cars in Valencia and Barcelona, cancelling flights and a soccer game.
A man died after his car was swept away near Olivella, west of Barcelona.
Spain’s east coast often faces heavy autumn rains, which can cause deadly flash floods.
Warm Mediterranean Sea temperatures increase the chances of severe storms.
In the US, heavy rain disrupted a half marathon in New Jersey and caused flooding in Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Tropical Storm Dujuan in the west Pacific is expected to become Typhoon Dujuan by Friday.
The typhoon will pass near Japan’s southeast coast, possibly impacting Tokyo and nearby areas.
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A documentary called NAZA, which examines the impact of Israeli military actions in Gaza, has not been shown publicly in Israel. Israeli officials and media critics have criticized the film and its creators, often refusing to watch it and arguing that it lacks proper journalistic standards or that it harms Israel’s image.
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NAZA is a documentary about the collateral damage caused by Israeli military actions in Gaza.
The film has no Israeli distributor and has not been publicly screened in Israel.
Some Israeli officials have threatened actions against the filmmakers, including the rare step of stripping their citizenship.
Many Israelis have publicly stated they will not watch the film, seeing this refusal as a point of pride.
Some Israeli journalists criticized the film for relying on anonymous sources and questioned its professionalism.
Critics have accused the filmmakers of betraying Israel or supporting its enemies.
There is a strong debate in Israel about how to respond to reports of civilian deaths and damage in Gaza.
The Israeli military and legal system have faced criticism for not effectively investigating war crimes or civilian harm.
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More than 180 writers, including Nobel Prize winners Olga Tokarczuk and JM Coetzee, have signed a letter asking Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki to prove that 12 writers detained since 2001 are still alive. They emphasize that the Eritrean government has kept the fate of these writers secret for 25 years, which violates international law.
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A letter signed by 188 writers calls for proof of life for 12 Eritrean writers arrested in 2001.
The letter was sent to Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, who leads a dictatorship without elections since 1993.
The detained writers include poet Amanuel Asrat and journalist Dawit Isaak.
The writers have been held without communication for 25 years, with no information on their health or whereabouts.
The letter says this silence is a violation of international law and cruel treatment.
PEN International, a writers’ organization, will deliver the letter to the Eritrean embassy in London and launched a public petition for proof of life.
Signatories include well-known authors like Colm Tóibín, Elif Shafak, and Isabel Allende.
The letter urges Eritrea to build its future using the talents of its people rather than suppressing them.
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A shooting occurred at Banga National High School in South Cotabato, Philippines, resulting in at least one death and several injuries. Authorities are investigating, classes have been suspended, and medical teams are helping the victims.
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The shooting happened on a Friday afternoon at Banga National High School in Mindanao, Philippines.
At least one person died, and four others were hospitalized, according to local officials.
The shooter’s identity and details about the victims have not been confirmed.
The Department of Education is coordinating with authorities and focusing on the safety of students and staff.
Classes in the whole municipality of Banga have been suspended because of the shooting.
The Philippine Red Cross sent medical teams to assist with the emergency.
Police are investigating the incident at the school site.
While gun ownership is high in the Philippines, school shootings are still uncommon.
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Since President Trump took office again in January 2025, arrests of migrants in the U.S. have increased. Many families, including young children, are held in large detention centers in Texas, where conditions and rising deaths have raised concerns.
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Over 610,000 people have been detained by ICE in under two years during President Trump’s second term.
In August 2026 alone, nearly 51,000 arrests were made, the highest monthly total so far.
Texas has the largest family detention center in Dilley, holding up to 2,400 parents and children.
More than 6,200 minors, including at least 500 very young children, have been detained since January 2025.
Families report harsh living conditions and limited healthcare access in detention centers.
At least 57 people have died in ICE custody since President Trump’s return.
Private companies receive large government payments to manage these detention centers, such as $13.1 million per month for the Dilley facility.
The government plans to spend $45 billion to expand detention capacity through 2029.
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Women treated for breast cancer at a hospital in northeast England say they had their breasts removed when it was not needed. The hospital trust admitted that 20 women underwent unnecessary mastectomies due to mistakes in the breast cancer unit. The new chief executive apologized for the harm caused.
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20 women had unnecessary mastectomies at County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust (CDDFT).
These women were part of a larger group harmed during breast cancer treatment.
The issue was revealed after an investigation by the BBC.
Steve Russell recently became the chief executive of CDDFT.
He offered an unreserved apology for the trust’s mistakes.
The problem came from serious failures in the hospital’s breast cancer unit.
The hospital is part of the NHS, the national health system in the UK.
The story highlights risks some patients face during cancer treatment.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) clarified rules about green card applications for children born in the U.S. to foreign government employees. These children do not automatically become U.S. citizens but can apply for permanent residency with specific documents.
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Children born in the U.S. to foreign government employees generally do not receive birthright U.S. citizenship.
The new DHS policy explains which documents applicants need to apply for a green card.
Eligible applicants include children of diplomats, embassy workers, foreign government employees, and international organization staff with immunity.
Required documents include Form I-485 (application for green card), birth certificate, proof of continuous U.S. residence, travel records, and confirmation of the parent's foreign government employment.
Some applicants may need to submit Form I-508, a waiver related to diplomatic privileges.
The rule does not create a new immigration benefit but clarifies existing processes.
DHS removed some details accidentally in the first rule announcement and corrected them in this update.
The number of people affected by this rule is currently unknown.
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