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Norah O'Donnell shares her hormone regimen and why she's taking testosterone

August 13, 2026 • CBS News

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Norah O'Donnell talked about the hormones she takes and why she uses testosterone. She discussed her hormone routine with her doctor, Dr. Rachel Rubin, on the show "Healthful."

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Norah O'Donnell shared details about her hormone treatment.
She is taking testosterone as part of her hormone regimen.
The conversation happened on the show called "Healthful."
Dr. Rachel Rubin, her doctor, was part of the discussion.
The topic focused on health and hormone management.

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Man, 102, dies after alleged assault in south Wales pub

August 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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A 102-year-old man named Phillip Ormerod died after being injured in an incident at a pub in south Wales. Police arrested a 56-year-old man in connection with the case, which is still under investigation.

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Phillip Ormerod, aged 102, was hurt at the Crow’s Nest pub on August 1.
He was taken to the hospital but later died from his injuries.
A 56-year-old man from Llanelli was arrested and then released but remains under investigation.
The incident happened around 10:25 pm after Ormerod tried to ask a band to lower their music volume.
Ormerod fell backward from a stage and was critically injured.
Police have asked witnesses who were at the pub between 10 pm and 11 pm to provide information.
The investigating officer reminded the public to be respectful due to the family’s loss and ongoing investigation.

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Viral dancing seniors inspire Italy's ageing population to move

August 13, 2026 • France24

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An elderly dancing pair in Rome, Pasquale Iannotta (70) and Elisa Fava (79), became popular on social media after a video of them dancing in a public square went viral. They have appeared on national TV and hope their dancing will encourage other older people in Italy to stay active.

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Pasquale Iannotta and Elisa Fava are seniors who dance regularly in Rome’s Testaccio district.
A video of their street dance performance was shared online and received over 370,000 likes.
Rome’s mayor praised the dancers and called their video beautiful.
The pair performed on Italy’s national TV channel Rai Uno after gaining popularity.
Italy has the oldest population in the European Union, with a median age of 49.1 years.
Italy’s birth rate fell nearly 4% last year, reaching an 80-year low.
Seniors being physically active is important for health, including brain and heart benefits.
The dancers encourage other retired people to be active instead of sitting and watching TV.

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Poland says a Russian was arrested after officials thwarted plot to kill Ukrainian American citizen

August 13, 2026 • AP News

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Polish officials stopped a plan to kill a Ukrainian American citizen in Warsaw. A Russian citizen, reportedly working for Russia’s secret services, was arrested for this attempt.

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A Russian citizen was arrested in Poland on August 7.
Polish authorities stopped a plot to kill a Ukrainian American citizen in Warsaw.
The Russian suspect was reportedly recruited by Russian secret services.
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk shared the information but gave no extra details.
The targeted person was described as someone inconvenient for the Russian government.
The event involves international security and espionage matters.

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Man bitten by shark off Irish coast says he 'didn't think he was going to make it'

August 13, 2026 • BBC Top Stories

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A man named Sebastian Achim was bitten on the leg by a blue shark while tagging sharks for research off the coast of County Waterford, Ireland. He was rescued by the Irish Coast Guard and taken to a hospital where he will undergo surgery and skin grafts.

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Sebastian Achim was part of a crew tagging sharks near Ram Head, Ardmore, for research.
The sharks were being caught, tagged, and released back into the sea.
Achim was bitten on the calf by a blue shark after pulling it into the boat.
He tied a rope above the wound and emergency services were called.
Multiple rescue teams, including a Coast Guard helicopter, responded and transported Achim to Cork University Hospital.
Achim lost a lot of blood, passed out several times, and will need surgery and skin grafts.
Blue sharks are common in Irish waters between June and October and are known for their curiosity.
Blue sharks can grow over three meters long and feed on fish, squid, and smaller sharks.

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Tropical Storm Lala forms in the Pacific and hurricane watch is issued for the Big Island of Hawaii

August 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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Tropical Storm Lala formed in the Pacific Ocean and could affect the Big Island of Hawaii this weekend. Officials issued a hurricane watch due to the potential for heavy rain, flooding, strong winds, and rough ocean waves.

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Tropical Storm Lala formed on Thursday in the Pacific Ocean.
A hurricane watch is in effect for the Big Island of Hawaii.
The storm is expected to bring rain to Hawaii starting late Friday.
Heavy rain could cause flooding on the islands.
Strong winds and dangerous surf are also expected.
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the storm.
The storm poses a weather threat this weekend to Hawaii.

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Piranha drama: boy, 8, hooks fearsome exotic fish in Pennsylvania lake

August 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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An eight-year-old boy named Seamus Coffey caught a red-bellied piranha while fishing in a lake near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Officials believe the fish was released into the lake by someone who once kept it as an exotic pet.

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Seamus Coffey was fishing for bass with his father when he caught the piranha.
The fish has sharp teeth and is usually found in the Amazon region, not in Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission confirmed the fish is a species of piranha.
Officials think the piranha got into the lake because someone released it after owning it as a pet.
Exotic pets like piranhas need special care and habitats, which many owners do not provide long-term.
Releasing exotic pets into the wild can harm local wildlife and ecosystems.
The Coffey family did not return the piranha to the lake but disposed of it in a humane way.

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Judge postpones hearing over whether Tate brothers should stay in custody as they fight extradition

August 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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A federal judge in Miami has delayed a hearing about whether Andrew and Tristan Tate should stay in custody while they fight extradition to the United Kingdom. The Tates face serious charges there, including rape and sex trafficking, and may remain in U.S. custody for months as the legal process continues.

Key Facts

Andrew and Tristan Tate are social media influencers currently detained in Miami.
They face charges in the UK for rape, sex trafficking, and human trafficking.
A hearing originally set to decide if they remain jailed or get released was postponed to August 27.
Their lawyers say the Tates cannot flee because they are high-profile and share their locations online.
Prosecutors argue the brothers are a flight risk and pose public safety concerns due to serious allegations.
The UK must send evidence to the U.S. by mid-September to continue the extradition process.
No date has been set yet for the formal extradition hearing.
The brothers are held in a secure section of the detention center to protect them.

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Italian businessman admits organising bombing at home of journalist and friend

August 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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An Italian businessman, Valter Lavitola, admitted to organizing a bomb attack at the home of investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci. Lavitola said the attack was meant to increase Ranucci’s security because Ranucci was threatened by the mafia. The case has raised issues about journalist safety and press freedom in Italy.

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Valter Lavitola is an Italian businessman and friend of journalist Sigfrido Ranucci.
Lavitola confessed to planning the bomb attack on Ranucci’s home, which occurred in October last year near Rome.
The attack involved a rudimentary but powerful bomb that almost destroyed Ranucci’s car and a car owned by his daughter.
Initially, it was thought that the mafia was behind the bombing.
Four other suspects believed to be hired by Lavitola were arrested in June.
Lavitola said the bombing aimed to boost Ranucci’s security due to mafia threats, not to raise his popularity or political ambitions.
Ranucci denies knowing about the attack beforehand and is suing those accusing him of staging it.
The case is part of a larger discussion on dangers faced by journalists and possible political interference in Italy’s public broadcaster Rai.

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Putin visits disputed Kuril Islands

August 13, 2026 • France24

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Russian President Putin visited the Kuril Islands, including Iturup, which both Russia and Japan claim. Japan protested the visit, saying it was completely unacceptable.

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Putin traveled to the Kuril Islands for the first time.
Iturup is one of four islands claimed by both Russia and Japan.
The Kuril Islands are a disputed territory.
Japan strongly opposed Putin’s visit.
Japan called the visit “absolutely unacceptable.”
The visit highlights ongoing tensions between Russia and Japan over the islands.

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Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in special election that's been denounced as a stunt

August 13, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, is running in a special election for a seat in the British Parliament. Major political parties are not competing in this election, leaving voters with unusual candidates, including one dressed with a trash can on his head.

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Nigel Farage leads Reform UK, a party known for its anti-immigration stance.
A special election is being held to fill a Parliament seat near London.
Major political parties chose not to run candidates in this election.
Voters face a choice between Farage and several unusual candidates.
One candidate is known for wearing a trash can on his head.
The election is seen by some as unusual or a political stunt.
Farage hoped the election would help answer questions about his finances.
The area holding the election is a small seaside town outside of London.

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Rebuilding Aleppo: Syria's war-torn economic capital enjoys gradual rebirth

August 13, 2026 • France24

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Aleppo, Syria's economic capital, was heavily damaged during fighting from 2012 to 2016 and by a 2023 earthquake. Reconstruction efforts are now underway, focusing on historic buildings and markets, with traders returning and the city's famous citadel reopened to visitors.

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Aleppo experienced intense fighting between government and rebel forces from 2012 to 2016.
A 2023 earthquake caused additional severe damage to Aleppo’s old city.
Around 60% of Aleppo’s historic souks, a UNESCO World Heritage site, were badly damaged or destroyed.
The city’s streets once had about 4,000 shops and 50 caravanserai inns.
Reconstruction work is actively taking place, especially on historic monuments.
Traders are gradually returning to reopen businesses.
Aleppo’s famous citadel has been restored and reopened to the public.
The rebuilding aims to bring life back to Syria’s war-affected economic center.

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Japan condemns visit by Vladimir Putin to disputed Kuril Islands

August 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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Japan strongly condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin’s first visit to the Kuril Islands, a group of islands claimed by both Japan and Russia. The dispute over these islands has lasted since the Soviet Union took control near the end of World War II and has blocked a formal peace treaty between the two countries.

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The Kuril Islands are claimed by both Japan (which calls them Northern Territories) and Russia (which calls them Southern Kurils).
The Soviet Union seized the islands in 1945 during the closing stages of World War II.
Japan’s foreign minister summoned the Russian ambassador to protest Putin’s visit, and the Japanese prime minister called the visit “absolutely unacceptable.”
The islands are important because they offer access to rich fishing areas and valuable minerals.
About 17,000 Japanese used to live there; now about 20,000 Russians live on the islands.
Putin visited the island of Etorofu (Iturup in Russian), toured a hospital, met locals, and tried caviar.
Russia claims the islands are legally Russian and said their control is recognized in international documents.
Previous efforts, including those by late Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, aimed to improve relations and work toward a peace treaty, but Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine led Japan to impose sanctions on Russia.

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Explosion at Dutch port of Rotterdam leaves 1 dead, several injured

August 13, 2026 • AP News

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An explosion at the port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands killed one person and injured several others. The blast caused a major power failure, and authorities are investigating what caused a transformer fire at Europe’s largest port.

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The explosion happened late Thursday morning at the port of Rotterdam.
At least one person died and several people were injured.
Police have set up a crime scene to find out what caused the blast.
The fire started in a power transformer for unknown reasons.
The explosion led to a major power outage in the port’s industrial area.
Power was slowly restored a few hours later.
Rotterdam port hosts many oil and gas companies.
Fire crews remained on site to handle potential hazards.

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Total solar eclipse dipped parts of Europe into complete darkness. Here's what they saw.

August 13, 2026 • CBS News

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A total solar eclipse caused complete darkness in some parts of Europe. This event was the last chance to see such a total eclipse in Europe until 2026.

Key Facts

A total solar eclipse occurred over parts of Europe.
During a total solar eclipse, the moon blocks the sun completely, making it dark during the day.
This was the only total solar eclipse visible in Europe before 2026.
The event was covered by CBS News.
The eclipse created stunning moments for people who saw it.

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Views of the total solar eclipse from parts of Europe

August 13, 2026 • CBS News

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A total solar eclipse was seen in some parts of Europe, the first time this happened since 1912. People watched as the moon completely covered the sun, creating a rare natural event.

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The total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe.
This was the first total solar eclipse in Europe since 1912.
During a total solar eclipse, the moon covers the sun entirely.
The event attracted viewers and was reported by CBS News.
Rob Marciano covered the eclipse for CBS News.

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Turkiye lays out ‘mechanisms’ of defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia

August 13, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have signed a military agreement called the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement. This pact means if one country is attacked, the others will see it as an attack on all three and respond together. The countries plan to hold joint military exercises and cooperate on defense technology.

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The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement was signed on August 7 by Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan.
The pact states that an attack on one member is considered an attack on all, similar to NATO’s collective defense rule.
They will create high-level coordination among Defence Ministers, Foreign Ministers, and military leaders.
Joint military exercises will include land, sea, air forces, air defense, and unmanned systems.
The agreement includes cooperation on defense industries, focusing on joint development, production, and technology like artificial intelligence and electronic warfare.
Turkiye’s army is the second largest in NATO, Pakistan has nuclear weapons, and Saudi Arabia is a major oil exporter.
The pact is open to addition of other countries, with Egypt mentioned as a possible future member.
Turkiye is also involved in efforts to form a coalition to protect Red Sea shipping.

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RSC postpones Othello while leading actor Sharon D Clarke has cancer treatment

August 13, 2026 • Guardian World

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The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has postponed its upcoming production of Othello because the lead actor, Sharon D Clarke, is undergoing cancer treatment. The show will be rescheduled once Clarke has recovered.

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Sharon D Clarke, the lead actor in Othello, is currently receiving treatment for cancer.
The production was planned to run from February 13 to April 3, 2027, at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Clarke is known for her roles in Holby City and stage plays like Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.
The director, Monique Touko, described the play as a new version of Othello set in a future affected by climate change.
The story focuses on a Black lesbian character in power, exploring themes of race, gender, and jealousy.
RSC will refund tickets and announce new dates for the show later.
Clarke received support and love from the RSC and her family during her treatment.
Clarke has won three Olivier Awards and has acted on stage and TV since 1986.

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Falling Danube flow forces shutdown of Romania’s sole nuclear plant

August 13, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Romania has stopped operations at its only nuclear power plant because low water levels in the Danube River prevent proper cooling of the reactors. The drought affecting much of Europe has also led Hungary to partially shut its nuclear plant and take measures to maintain water flow for cooling.

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Romania’s Cernavoda nuclear plant depends on Danube River water for cooling its reactors.
Low river levels forced Romania to shut down both reactors at Cernavoda.
The plant usually provides about 20% of Romania’s electricity.
Romania tried spending over 2 million euros to keep water flowing, including altering riverbed features.
Hungary’s Paks nuclear plant, also cooled by the Danube, is partially shut down but still operating.
Hungary is building structures and using barges to raise water levels near Paks plant.
Low Danube flows have caused problems for shipping along the river’s nearly 3,000 km length.
European energy ministries urge citizens and industries to use electricity responsibly due to the power supply challenges.

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Ms. Lauryn Hill and Fugees’ bandmate Wyclef Jean will headline Global Citizen’s antipoverty festival

August 13, 2026 • AP News

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Ms. Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean will be the main performers at this year’s Global Citizen Festival in Central Park, New York. The festival aims to encourage world leaders to support anti-poverty programs after the United Nations General Assembly meetings.

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The festival will take place on September 26 in New York’s Central Park.
Other performers include Lenny Kravitz, John Legend, Lainey Wilson, Shaboozey, and K-pop group TOMORROW X TOGETHER.
The festival supports campaigns that ask countries to fund education, healthcare, food security, and clean energy projects.
This year’s goals include raising $100 million for education, $100 million for food security for small farmers, and $1.5 billion for clean energy in the Indo-Pacific region.
Festival attendees can enter by taking actions like signing petitions to pressure countries for more aid.
Countries targeted for funding include Spain, Norway, Ireland, Kenya, Japan, Denmark, and Australia.
The United States is not a focus for funding requests due to recent cuts in its foreign aid budget and agency restructuring.
The festival follows Global Citizen’s recent events, including a World Cup halftime show that raised over $60 million for education.

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