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Ukraine launched a large drone attack on Moscow, with at least 450 drones targeted at the city, according to Moscow’s mayor. The drones hit an oil refinery and a residential building, causing two deaths and several injuries, while Russia reported shooting down many drones.
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Ukraine carried out what Moscow’s mayor called its largest drone attack on the city.
At least 450 drones were sent toward Moscow, with many shot down by Russian defenses.
Drones struck a Moscow oil refinery and a residential building.
Two people died and six were injured in the drone attacks on Moscow.
Moscow region authorities stated that several homes caught fire due to the attacks.
The drone strikes come amid ongoing fighting in the eastern Donbas region of Ukraine.
On the same day, Russian attacks killed eight people, including three children, in other parts of Ukraine.
Both sides have been using drones to target each other’s infrastructure during the conflict.
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Ukrainian drones attacked Moscow, targeting a large oil refinery and several residential areas, leading to at least two deaths and multiple injuries. Russian officials reported shooting down hundreds of drones, while Ukrainian leaders said the strikes had a significant impact on Moscow’s fuel supply and war resources.
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Around 450 Ukrainian drones were shot down by Russia during the attack on Moscow.
Some drones hit the Moscow Oil Refinery, a major fuel processing facility operated by Gazprom.
Two people were killed in different areas of Moscow, and about 20 others were injured.
Several fires broke out in apartment buildings and warehouses after the drone strikes.
Moscow’s airports were temporarily closed overnight due to the attack but reopened the next day.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy said the strike disrupted an important oil facility funding Russia's military efforts.
Russian authorities described the attack as unprecedented and linked it to disruption of Russian parliamentary elections.
Russia's Defense Ministry claimed to have shot down a record number of drones (1,110) overnight.
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Ed Sheeran became emotional while talking about the criticism he faced after removing rapper Macklemore from his tour. Several other artists left the tour in support of Macklemore, who was dropped following his pro-Palestinian comments, and Sheeran described the situation in Gaza as very serious and wrong.
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Ed Sheeran spoke tearfully at a concert in Philadelphia about the backlash over dropping Macklemore from his tour.
Macklemore was removed from the tour after making pro-Palestinian remarks at a show in New Jersey.
Other artists like Finneas, Lukas Graham, and Beoga quit the tour to show support for Macklemore.
Sheeran called the situation in Gaza "catastrophic and unjustifiable."
Sheeran apologized for mistakes he made during the controversy.
He said he is "listening and learning" and looking for ways to help people affected by the conflict.
The tour changes and controversy are related to ongoing tensions in the Gaza region.
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The U.S. military struck a boat in the Caribbean Sea that it suspected was smuggling drugs, killing four people. This attack is part of President Donald Trump’s ongoing campaign against drug traffickers in Latin America.
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The U.S. military killed four people in a strike on a suspected drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean Sea.
Since President Trump’s campaign began almost a year ago, at least 231 people have died in 69 similar military strikes.
The U.S. Southern Command said the attacks target suspected traffickers along known drug-smuggling routes.
The military has not provided proof that the latest struck vessel was carrying drugs.
President Trump calls these actions part of an “armed conflict” with drug cartels to reduce drug flow into the U.S.
The Trump administration seeks agreements with Latin American countries for joint military actions against criminal groups.
Some countries, like Guatemala, have denied making deals to allow U.S. military operations on their soil.
Ecuador has already started similar joint missions with the U.S. since March 2026.
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Thousands of low-income families in parts of England are missing out on NHS Healthy Start payments, which help pay for healthy food like fresh fruit, vegetables, and milk. Charities want the government to make the program easier to access and increase support because food prices are rising.
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Families earning less than £400 a week with children under four, or who are pregnant, can get weekly payments of £4.65 or £9.30 for babies under 12 months.
Some areas like Redcar and Cleveland have 87% of eligible families enrolled, while others like Eden have as low as 64%.
Overall, more than 6,000 eligible families in the North East and Cumbria are not claiming the money.
Feeding Britain and other charities say the current payments are not enough to cover the real cost of healthy food and baby formula.
Rising food prices make it harder for families to provide nutritious meals.
Charities suggest the government should automatically enroll eligible parents to make it easier to get the payments.
Some families report skipping meals or cutting costs on essentials to feed their children.
The government has been asked for comment but had not responded at the time of the report.
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Hundreds of drones attacked Moscow and nearby areas on the last day of Russia’s parliamentary elections, killing at least two people and damaging a major oil refinery. Russian officials blamed Ukraine for the attacks, saying they aimed to disrupt the election, while Ukraine has not confirmed involvement.
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More than 1,600 drones were intercepted and shot down during the attacks, with 450 targeting Moscow.
Two people—a 44-year-old woman and an elderly man—were killed in separate locations.
A drone crash caused a fire in a 21-story building, forcing 400 people to evacuate.
A Moscow oil refinery was damaged; this refinery had been struck by Ukrainian attacks before.
Ukrainian drone strikes have recently targeted Russian energy sites to weaken funding for Russia’s war efforts.
The drone attacks took place amid Russia’s three-day parliamentary vote, seen as favoring President Putin’s party.
Moscow is holding voting in occupied parts of Ukraine as well.
President Trump said earlier that Ukraine and Russia agreed not to attack each other’s energy facilities.
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Around 20,000 pregnant women in England speak to maternity services each year about domestic abuse. Midwives often find out about this abuse because they see pregnant women regularly, but they need more training and support to help these women properly.
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About 3.3% of maternity bookings in NHS trusts in England include a report of current or past domestic abuse.
This equals roughly 20,000 disclosures of domestic abuse during pregnancy per year in England.
Midwives often see pregnant women alone, which gives them a unique chance to notice and respond to signs of abuse.
Experts say midwives need better training to respond correctly to abuse disclosures.
Maternity wards are busy and sometimes short-staffed, which makes it harder for midwives to provide support.
The NHS mandates safeguarding training for maternity staff, including how to ask about abuse.
Midwives can refer women to specialized services for help with housing, legal advice, and other support.
The pregnancy and early time after birth are seen as a critical chance to help women and babies affected by abuse.
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President Donald Trump has banned CNN, MSNBC, and Politico reporters from the White House. These news organizations say this action limits press freedom and goes against the First Amendment, which protects a free press.
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Reporters from CNN, MSNBC, and Politico are not allowed inside the White House.
President Donald Trump made the decision to ban these three news outlets.
The news organizations argue this move limits their ability to cover the government.
They also say this ban breaks First Amendment rights that protect freedom of the press.
The White House usually allows many news outlets to report from inside the building.
Banning these outlets means their reporters cannot attend briefings or events at the White House.
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Voters in two German states, Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, are going to the polls amid rising support for far-right and far-left parties. Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces pressure after his party’s recent losses, especially from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), which has been gaining ground in regional elections.
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Two German states, Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, are holding elections.
The far-right party AfD has gained significant support, nearly winning a majority in Saxony-Anhalt two weeks ago.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called a crisis meeting for his Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party to respond to the election threats.
Merz skipped the UN General Assembly meeting to focus on the election aftermath.
The AfD and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) are the main competitors in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, with the CDU polling low near the 5 percent limit needed to enter parliament.
In Berlin, the CDU faces strong competition from the far-left party Die Linke, which is popular for its housing reform plans.
Merz’s approval rating has dropped to about 14 percent amid difficulties pushing reforms with coalition partners.
The AfD views recent regional successes as a step toward possibly winning federal elections in 2029.
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Russia held a three-day parliamentary election seen as a test of support for the war in Ukraine. On the final day, Moscow faced a large drone attack that killed at least two people and damaged an oil refinery, which Russian officials blamed on Ukraine.
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The Russian parliamentary election lasted three days and was framed by President Putin as a show of support for the war in Ukraine.
The ruling United Russia party is expected to keep its dominant position in the government.
Over 1,600 drones were intercepted near Moscow, with about 450 targeting the city during a mass drone attack.
The drone attack killed at least two people and damaged a facility at the Moscow oil refinery.
Moscow’s mayor said the drone attack aimed to disrupt the election but failed.
The election included votes from regions annexed by Russia from Ukraine during the war.
This is the first parliamentary election in Russia since the full-scale war in Ukraine began in February 2022.
The United States recently approved a $2.68 billion sale of air defense equipment to Ukraine.
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Earl Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother, said the media has a harmful effect on the lives of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, similar to the way it affected Princess Diana. He described the press as having a "cancerous influence" and urged people to learn from Diana’s experience.
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Earl Spencer spoke to the BBC about the press's treatment of Harry and Meghan.
He compared their situation to how the media treated Princess Diana.
He said the press “brought low” Princess Diana with harsh criticism.
He called the influence of tabloids on Harry and Meghan’s lives “cancerous.”
The interview will air on BBC One at 18:30 BST and be available on iPlayer.
The interview is part of a program called "Princess Diana: My Sister’s Story."
Earl Spencer expressed regret that the same media issues affect the younger royal couple today.
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At least two people died and six were injured in a large drone attack on the Moscow region, according to Russian officials. Ukraine and Russia have been carrying out strikes against each other targeting energy, transport, and housing areas.
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Russian Governor Andrei Vorobyev reported 249 drones were shot down during the attack on the Moscow region.
The attack caused fires in residential houses, a warehouse, and damaged an oil refinery in Moscow.
Flight restrictions were put in place at Sheremetyevo and Vnukovo airports after the attack.
A 44-year-old woman died in Sofyino and an elderly man died in Orekhovo-Zuevo due to drone strikes.
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed damage to a building near a boulevard and an oil refinery facility.
Ukrainian officials said seven people, including two children, were killed in Russian attacks in Kyiv and Sumy regions.
Russia and Ukraine have increased strikes on energy facilities, transport hubs, and residential areas.
Russian President Vladimir Putin began a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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Ed Sheeran spoke to his fans during a concert about a recent situation where Macklemore was removed for expressing pro-Palestinian views on stage. Sheeran said he usually avoids politics but felt this issue was about human rights and could not stay silent.
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Macklemore was dropped from a concert for making pro-Palestinian statements during a show.
Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered near the stadium to support Macklemore.
Ed Sheeran’s backing band and opening acts boycotted the event, leaving him to speak alone.
Sheeran said he tries not to discuss politics in his music but called this a humanitarian issue.
The comments and protests are related to the ongoing Israel and Palestine conflict.
The event took place in Suffolk, according to the BBC reporter present.
Sheeran’s message focused on unity and the importance of standing up for human rights.
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Earl Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother, said that the negative media treatment of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is similar to what his sister faced. He described the press as a harmful presence in their lives and urged people to learn from Diana’s experience with the media.
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Earl Spencer compared the press coverage of Prince Harry and Meghan to the media treatment of Princess Diana.
He called the media’s influence on them "cancerous" and damaging.
Diana experienced intense media scrutiny until her death in 1997.
Earl Spencer said Diana was very sensitive to criticism and suffered because of the press.
Prince Harry and Meghan have publicly criticized the British media and its impact on their lives.
In 2023, Harry and others lost a privacy case against the Daily Mail and may have to pay a large legal bill.
Harry has won or settled earlier legal battles against other UK newspapers for privacy issues.
Earl Spencer’s statements came while the Sussexes recently returned to the UK after living in California.
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China is advancing quickly in artificial intelligence (AI) development, second only to the United States. While US leaders and companies call for slowing AI progress to avoid risks, China views AI as a key national capability and resists these calls, focusing on continued growth and safety governance.
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China’s AI development is growing fast and competes closely with the United States.
US tech leaders warn about risks of losing control over advanced AI systems.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called for global cooperation with China to pace AI progress.
China sees calls to slow AI as attempts by the US to keep its lead in technology.
China recently updated its AI safety framework addressing risks like cybersecurity and self-improving AI.
The Chinese government tightly controls AI development to keep political stability.
US President Donald Trump called fears of AI wiping out humanity a “hoax.”
Experts say both China and the US are not fully ready for a potential AI-related disaster.
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, said he wants to bring Tom Homan, President Trump’s adviser on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), to the UK to help secure its borders. Farage praised Homan’s tough immigration policies and suggested Europe should view the Trump administration more positively.
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Nigel Farage wants to bring Tom Homan, a key adviser to President Trump on ICE, to the UK to help with border security.
Tom Homan is known for his hardline approach to immigration enforcement in the US.
ICE has been criticized following several shootings by its agents, including two in July.
Homan played a central role in President Trump’s strict immigration policies, including family separation and “zero tolerance.”
Reform UK supports strong immigration controls, including mass deportations and naval patrols in the English Channel.
Farage has praised President Trump but has also expressed some disagreements on policy matters like the Iran conflict and Northern Ireland.
Relations between the US and UK governments are currently tense due to issues involving Iran and Israel.
President Trump favors a united Ireland, but Farage supports Northern Ireland remaining part of the UK.
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Defence and technology companies hold yearly exercises in Norway to practice stopping attacks that block satellite signals. These attacks, called satellite jamming, can disrupt airplanes, ships, and even financial markets.
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The exercises take place every year in Norway.
Defence and tech companies participate together in these drills.
The main goal is to stop satellite signal jamming.
Satellite jamming can interfere with aircraft and ship operations.
It can also affect the functioning of financial markets.
These exercises help improve response to satellite communication threats.
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Hong Kong held a state funeral for Tung Chee-hwa, its first leader after British rule ended in 1997. Many senior Chinese and Hong Kong officials attended the funeral, showing strong official support.
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Tung Chee-hwa died on September 8 at age 89.
A public vigil and opportunities to sign condolence books were held before the funeral.
The funeral committee was led by Shi Taifeng, a senior Chinese politician.
High-level officials from Beijing and Hong Kong, including current and former leaders, attended the funeral.
Tung’s coffin was draped with China’s national flag and taken to Cape Collinson Crematorium.
Tung was a shipping tycoon with little political experience before becoming Hong Kong’s first post-colonial chief executive in 1997.
He managed Hong Kong through the 1997 financial crisis, 2003 SARS outbreak, and protests but resigned in 2005 due to health and political reasons.
Tung later served as a vice chairman of China’s top political advisory body until 2023.
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Ed Sheeran apologized to fans for mistakes made during his U.S. tour amid controversy over his opening act Macklemore's pro-Palestinian comments. Sheeran called the violence in Gaza "catastrophic and unjustifiable" and expressed sorrow over the loss of civilian lives.
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Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour after making pro-Palestinian statements at a New Jersey concert.
Other opening acts later withdrew from the tour in response to Macklemore’s removal.
Ed Sheeran said the decision to drop Macklemore was made by the tour promoter, not by him personally.
Sheeran discussed the Israel-Hamas conflict, mentioning the attack at the Nova Music Festival on October 7, 2023.
He described the situation in Gaza as disproportionate and heartbreaking due to civilian casualties, including children.
Some venues threatened to cancel shows if Macklemore remained on the tour.
Macklemore’s contract was with the promoter, Messina Touring Group, which coordinated the decision due to venue concerns.
Sheeran said he usually avoids political topics but felt this issue involved freedom of speech and complex politics.
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Ed Sheeran spoke about the crisis in Gaza during his concert in Philadelphia, calling the situation catastrophic and unjustifiable. His opening act, Macklemore, was removed from the tour after pro-Palestinian comments, leading other supporting acts to withdraw in protest.
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Ed Sheeran called the Gaza situation catastrophic and unjustifiable during his Philadelphia concert.
Sheeran wants his music to focus on unity and humanity, not politics.
Macklemore was dropped from Sheeran’s U.S. tour after saying "Free Palestine" at a previous show.
Other supporting acts, including Lukas Graham, Aaron Rowe, and Finneas, withdrew from Sheeran’s tour in solidarity with Macklemore.
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft influenced the removal of Macklemore and stated the rapper would not be welcome at Gillette Stadium.
Macklemore is donating $1 million to Palestinian relief and urged Kraft to match the donation.
Sheeran expressed concern about venues controlling what performers can say.
Police monitored the Philadelphia concert for protests following the controversy.
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