A passenger train traveling from London Victoria to Eastbourne derailed near Lewes railway station in East Sussex, injuring 20 people, two seriously. Emergency teams evacuated all 150 passengers, treated injuries on site, and closed nearby rail routes during the response.
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The train derailed around 16:00 BST on 13 August 2026 close to Lewes station.
Three carriages left the tracks, trapping some passengers before they were safely evacuated.
20 people were injured; 2 had serious injuries, 18 minor injuries.
All 150 passengers were removed from the train.
Emergency brakes activated, causing passengers to be thrown forward during the derailment.
Passengers described the carriage tipping over and sliding on its side with smoke and dust entering the train.
Some passengers were treated at the scene; others were sent to nearby hospitals.
Rail services in the area were suspended while emergency services managed the incident.
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Israeli drone strikes hit Gaza on Thursday, killing at least two people, including a police chief, and injuring several others. The attacks happened shortly after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a recent Gaza peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump.
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Israeli drone strikes targeted Gaza on a Thursday.
At least two people were killed, including Gaza's police chief.
Several others were wounded in the strikes.
The attacks followed the rejection of a Gaza peace plan.
The peace plan was proposed by US President Donald Trump.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the plan.
The strikes happened soon after the rejection.
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The CBS News program "Sunday Morning" covers several topics, including the record-breaking heat in the U.S. causing more extreme weather, the tradition of trophy belt buckles in rodeo culture, and the story of an Amish woman who became a social media influencer. The show also features historical reflections and remembers notable people who recently passed away.
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July was the hottest month ever recorded in the Lower 48 U.S. states, breaking a Dust Bowl-era record.
Experts discuss how climate change is making heat waves, wildfires, and hurricanes more common and intense.
Trophy belt buckles are important awards in cowboy rodeo events like bull riding and barrel racing.
Lovina Hershberger Zook left the Amish community and now shares Amish recipes and stories with six million followers online.
The show highlights the history of wearing shorts, which was once illegal in some places, and their rise in fashion.
Don Henley of the Eagles talks about extending the band’s farewell tour.
"Sunday Morning" also honors notable people who died recently.
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Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum said Colombia is not allowing a Mexican rescue team to enter the country after a big earthquake. Colombia says it is accepting help from other countries but wants foreign rescue teams to have specific international certifications.
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A magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit Colombia on Monday, causing at least 273 deaths and over 3,800 injuries.
Mexico’s rescue team was prevented from entering Colombia despite being certified to help.
Colombia’s government says all foreign rescue teams must be certified by the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG).
Colombia has accepted 58.5 tonnes of aid from Mexico and is receiving other international help.
The Colombian president, Abelardo de la Espriella, denies blocking teams from left-wing countries.
Rescue teams from the US and other countries like El Salvador, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil are involved or offering assistance.
The 72-hour window to find survivors after the earthquake has passed, reducing chances of finding more survivors alive.
Colombia plans to declare an economic emergency and create a fund to rebuild damaged infrastructure.
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Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema is running for a second term after leading an economic recovery. The country, rich in important minerals, faces widespread poverty, with most people earning less than three dollars a day. The upcoming election is important for Zambia’s future political and economic situation.
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President Hakainde Hichilema claims to have improved Zambia’s economy.
He is seeking re-election for a second term.
Zambia has valuable minerals that attract global interest.
Despite mineral wealth, many Zambians remain very poor.
The World Bank reports 70% of Zambians live on less than three dollars daily.
The election outcome may affect economic reforms and political direction.
Experts from universities and research institutes are discussing the election.
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Count Binface is a comedic election candidate in the UK who wears a giant silver bin on his head and runs against prominent politicians. He has competed in multiple elections against former and current prime ministers, gaining his best vote share in the 2024 general election.
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Count Binface is the character of comedian Jon Harvey, who wears a large silver bin on his head during elections.
He first ran in 2017 as Lord Buckethead against then Prime Minister Theresa May, winning 249 votes.
Harvey changed his character to Count Binface by 2019 and challenged Prime Minister Boris Johnson, receiving 69 votes.
In the 2024 general election, he ran against Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and got 308 votes, his best result.
In June 2026, he ran against Andy Burnham in a by-election, winning 95 votes while Burnham won with 24,927 votes.
Count Binface participates in a British tradition of humorous or “novelty” political candidates who run partly to entertain or provide satire.
The UK has a history of such candidates, including the Monster Raving Loony Party and past figures like Lord Buckethead in earlier decades.
Election rules have placed deposits on candidates to reduce frivolous entries, with amounts increasing since 1918.
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Concerns have increased about the conditions on the USS Lincoln, a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier. Both the United States and Iran claim control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipments.
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The USS Lincoln is a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier currently in focus due to reported concerns about its conditions.
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow passage connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
This waterway is important for global oil transportation.
Both the United States and Iran say they control the Strait of Hormuz.
Tensions in the region have increased due to these competing claims.
The U.S. and Iran have long-standing disagreements over influence in this area.
The situation impacts international shipping and security.
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A large wildfire in Stourbridge, UK, caused at least six homes to catch fire. Emergency teams worked to control the flames and smoke, and two people were affected by heat and smoke. Local train services were also stopped because of the wildfire.
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The wildfire occurred on the outskirts of Stourbridge, a town in the UK.
At least six houses were damaged by fire.
Emergency crews responded to the fire and smoke.
Two people suffered health effects from heat and smoke.
Train services in the local area were suspended due to the fire.
The fire caused thick smoke in the area.
Efforts focused on containing the wildfire to protect more homes and people.
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Cuba held events like a book fair, art shows, and concerts to celebrate the 100th birthday of Fidel Castro, who led the country for many years. The celebration took place amid ongoing economic difficulties worsened by U.S. sanctions and a fuel blockade.
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Cuba marked the 100th birthday of Fidel Castro on Thursday.
Events included the International Book Fair, art exhibitions, and concerts.
Delegates from left-wing groups across the Americas attended.
Economic troubles in Cuba have grown due to U.S. sanctions and a fuel blockade started under President Trump’s administration.
The sanctions aim to pressure Cuba’s government for political and economic changes.
Fidel Castro led Cuba from 1959 to 2008 and stayed influential until he died in 2016.
Raul Castro, Fidel’s brother and former president, appeared publicly at the birthday event and received a standing ovation.
Raul Castro is considered still powerful in Cuba despite stepping down as president in 2018 and faces murder charges in Florida, USA.
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Ukrainian drones attacked a large oil refinery deep inside Russia’s Bashkortostan region, causing a fire and wounding two civilians. This strike is part of a series aimed at damaging Russia’s oil industry to pressure President Vladimir Putin, while Russia continues missile attacks inside Ukraine.
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Ukrainian drones hit the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat refinery about 1,300 km from Ukraine’s border.
The refinery is one of Russia’s largest, processing up to 74 million barrels of oil each year.
The attack caused a fire and wounded two civilians in the nearby industrial zone.
Russian officials said repairs at the Orsk refinery hit earlier by drones could take six months due to sanctions.
Ukraine’s strikes have caused fuel shortages in Russia and targeted other industrial and military sites.
Russia is responding with missile and drone attacks inside Ukraine, causing civilian deaths.
A passenger train in southern Ukraine was hit by a Russian drone, killing two railway workers.
Conflicting reports continue from both sides on the impact and casualties of attacks.
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Several houses in Stourbridge, England caught fire and were covered in flames. Emergency services responded quickly to the situation. The cause of the fires is not mentioned.
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The fires took place in Stourbridge, England.
Multiple houses were affected and engulfed by flames.
Emergency responders arrived to manage the situation.
The fires caused significant damage to the homes.
No information on injuries or the cause of the fires is provided.
The event was reported recently, within the last hour.
Video footage shows the extent of the fires.
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A ceremony was held to honor the 44 people who died in a ferry accident in Africa. In other news, Zambia has started counting votes in its election, and current President Hichilema is expected to win a second term. Researchers report that rising living costs and social changes are causing birth rates to fall in North African countries.
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A ferry accident in Africa killed 44 people.
A memorial ceremony took place to remember the victims.
Zambia is counting votes in its recent election.
President Hichilema of Zambia is likely to win a second term.
Birth rates are dropping in North African countries.
Rising living costs and changing social expectations are reasons for this decline.
The news includes updates on other international topics but focuses mainly on African events.
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Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allies have entered the town of Kurmuk near the Ethiopia border after the Sudanese army began to pull back. The town is important because it connects Ethiopia with parts of Sudan. Fighting continues in other parts of Sudan as the conflict between the RSF and the army, which began in April 2023, causes many deaths and displaces millions.
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The RSF and Sudan People’s Liberation Movement – North (SPLM-N) entered Kurmuk in Blue Nile State as the army withdrew.
Kurmuk is a key border town linking Ethiopia and the Nile Valley region.
The RSF said it caused heavy losses to army forces, took weapons, and seized the town.
The local administration reported heavy attacks on Kurmuk for three days, including drone strikes and artillery shelling.
The Sudanese army says it repelled an RSF attack on Jabra al-Sheikh, a major town in North Kordofan.
The RSF used drones, heavy artillery, and over 250 combat vehicles in attacks targeting several cities.
The conflict in Sudan started in April 2023 over plans to merge the RSF into the regular army.
Tens of thousands have died, and nearly 15 million people have been displaced or forced from their homes due to the fighting.
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A strong earthquake hit western Colombia on August 10, 2026, killing at least 270 people and causing widespread damage. Some social media posts wrongly blamed the quake on a U.S. research program in Alaska, but experts say the earthquake was caused by natural movements of the Earth's crust and not by human activities.
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The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.4 and struck western Colombia in the Pacific region.
At least 270 people died, and there was large-scale destruction.
Some social media users falsely claimed the earthquake was caused by the High-frequency Active Auroral Research Program (HAARP) in Alaska.
HAARP studies the upper atmosphere using radio waves but does not affect earthquakes.
The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake was caused by "strike-slip faulting," where two Earth crust sections slide past each other.
The Colombia earthquake occurred about 110 kilometers deep, which is much deeper than any earthquake caused by human activities.
HAARP’s radio transmissions point upward and use electromagnetic waves that cannot cause earthquakes.
Scientists emphasize that the energy released by the earthquake was millions of times stronger than anything HAARP can produce.
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A passenger train derailed near Lewes in East Sussex, England, causing injuries to at least 11 people. Emergency teams responded quickly, and two people were seriously hurt. The reason for the derailment is currently under investigation.
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The train derailment happened close to Lewes in East Sussex, England.
At least 11 people were injured in the accident.
Two of the injured passengers are in serious condition.
One train carriage overturned during the derailment.
Several passengers became trapped inside the overturned carriage.
Emergency responders arrived promptly to assist the victims.
Investigations are ongoing to find out why the train derailed.
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Israeli soldiers told Palestinian families in the West Bank town of Qusra to leave their homes. The soldiers then moved into those homes and made it harder for people to get in or out after attacks by settlers.
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Israeli forces ordered Palestinian families in Qusra, West Bank, to evacuate their homes.
The soldiers entered and stayed inside these homes.
Access to these homes has been further limited by the soldiers.
These actions follow several days of attacks by settlers in the area.
Qusra is located in the occupied West Bank.
The situation involves a military presence and tensions between settlers and Palestinian residents.
Residents of Qusra reported the restrictions in movement caused by the soldiers.
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Poland stopped a Russian plan to kill a Ukrainian American citizen in Warsaw, according to the Polish prime minister. The suspect, allegedly working for Russian secret services, was arrested on August 7, with the operation supported by U.S. intelligence.
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Poland prevented an assassination attempt on a Ukrainian American citizen in Warsaw.
The suspect was arrested by Polish police and will be held for three months.
The targeted person was described as "uncomfortable" for Russia’s government.
The operation involved cooperation between Polish and U.S. intelligence services.
This is the first known attempt by Russia to kill a U.S. citizen on NATO territory.
Russia has increased efforts to target opponents since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
There have been multiple Russian-linked assassination attempts in Europe over the years, including high-profile cases in the UK and Germany.
Western officials see these actions as part of Russia’s broader effort to disrupt European countries supporting Ukraine.
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A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, causing widespread damage in Cali and other areas, killing at least 273 people and injuring about 3,800. Several hospitals and clinics were damaged, but local health officials, supported by the government and volunteers, have stabilized the healthcare system by creating extra treatment spaces and managing patient flow.
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The earthquake hit western Colombia on Monday, with a magnitude of 7.4.
At least 273 people died, around 3,800 were injured, and 377 remain missing.
Cali, the country's third-largest city, suffered heavy damage with 45 buildings collapsed and 832 damaged.
Four major hospitals and six clinics in the area were damaged and partly or fully closed.
At the University Hospital of Valle Evaristo Garcia, half the building was damaged and unsafe.
Hospitals created "expansion zones" using unused spaces like operating rooms and recovery areas to treat more patients.
Temporary field clinics were set up in some hospitals to handle the high number of injured.
Despite the challenges, local officials say the healthcare system is currently stable but still under stress, especially for patients with long-term illnesses.
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Researchers in Maine are studying and working to save eelgrass, a type of underwater plant that helps marine life, cleans water, and protects coastlines from storms. These seagrass meadows have decreased significantly in Maine and worldwide due to factors like warmer water, pollution, and coastal development.
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Eelgrass (Zostera marina) is a flowering underwater plant important for ocean habitats.
Seagrass meadows provide shelter for young sea creatures and improve water quality.
These meadows also help reduce coastal erosion and protect communities from storm damage.
Maine had over 30,000 acres of seagrass beds in the 1990s but has lost more than half in some areas.
Scientists believe many causes affect seagrass decline, including climate change, pollution, and invasive species.
A group called Team Zostera is working to study and restore eelgrass by collecting and transplanting seeds.
State efforts to map and protect seagrass have been ongoing but faced gaps due to funding limits.
A new statewide program started in 2023 to improve monitoring and conservation work.
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