Iran has issued new demands concerning the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil shipments. Both the United States and Iran are experiencing economic effects due to ongoing tensions related to this area.
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Iran wants certain conditions met before it allows full access through the Strait of Hormuz again.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important route for shipping oil worldwide.
The United States and Iran are both facing economic problems because of the conflict around this strait.
The new demands come amid ongoing talks and tensions between Iran and the U.S.
CBS News reporter Courtney Kealy has covered this developing story.
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A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 hit parts of Colombia, causing buildings to collapse and people to become trapped under the rubble. Rescue teams are working to find survivors and the number of deaths is increasing.
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The earthquake measured 7.4 on the Richter scale.
It struck several areas in Colombia.
Buildings tumbled and were severely damaged.
People have been buried under the collapsed structures.
Emergency responders are searching through the debris.
The death toll is rising as rescue efforts continue.
CBS News reporters Camilo Montoya-Galvez and Jessica Burch covered the event.
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A large wildfire called the Bald Range fire started in British Columbia, Canada, and forced over 12,000 people to leave their homes. The fire quickly grew, burning a large area and causing severe damage, including the loss of homes. Officials are still working to control the fire and assess how much was destroyed.
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The Bald Range wildfire began on Friday in the Okanagan region of British Columbia.
It grew to cover about 53 square miles (136 square kilometers) very quickly.
More than 12,000 residents are under evacuation orders due to the fire.
An 80-year-old woman died while trying to escape the wildfire.
The Okanagan area is experiencing extreme drought, with lake levels at a low not seen since 1992.
More than 100 wildfires are burning in British Columbia, with 70 starting in the last week.
The provincial government declared a state of emergency and urged people to follow evacuation orders.
Another nearby fire, the Bradley Creek fire, has destroyed over 200 homes but is now contained.
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Duane "Keffe D" Davis, accused of ordering the 1996 shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur, is going on trial in Las Vegas nearly 30 years after the incident. Davis denies being the shooter but faces life in prison if convicted; this is the first criminal trial related to Tupac’s death.
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Tupac Shakur was shot on September 7, 1996, in Las Vegas after a fight involving his entourage and Orlando Anderson, the nephew of Duane Davis.
Tupac was riding in a car driven by Death Row Records co-founder Marion "Suge" Knight when gunfire hit Tupac multiple times.
Tupac died six days later from his injuries at age 25.
Duane Davis, age 63, is accused of planning the attack and providing the weapon but is not accused of being the shooter.
Davis’ own interviews and a 2019 memoir helped investigators reopen the case and led to charges being filed in 2023.
Jury selection for Davis’ trial began on August 10, 2026, in Clark County, Nevada.
Before this trial, no one had been charged in connection with Tupac’s death, making it a long-unsolved case in American music history.
Davis has pleaded not guilty and has challenged prosecutors’ claims about his statements.
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Sudan’s army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, held secret talks with political and civil society leaders to prepare for a national dialogue conference. The talks included agreements to drop death penalty charges against opposition figures and to form a committee to organize the conference.
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Sudan’s army has been in conflict with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces since April 2023.
Al-Burhan met with leaders from political groups, civil society, and traditional authorities without prior announcement.
Participants agreed to stop harmful media campaigns against opponents and suspend death penalty charges against many opposition leaders.
The opposition group Somoud Alliance, linked to former Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, faces serious charges but denies supporting the RSF.
A preparatory committee will be formed to plan the dialogue conference, including deciding participants, agenda, location, and inviting international observers.
The international group called the Quintet (UN, African Union, EU, IGAD, Arab League) has tried to mediate but has not resolved differences among Sudanese parties.
Some opposition groups, including Somoud, have criticized the Quintet for losing neutrality and not fully supporting Sudanese control of the process.
The dialogue aims to build national consensus and find a peaceful solution to Sudan’s political crisis.
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Oil prices are increasing because of ongoing uncertainty about the conflict in Iran. This rise comes even though there has been some progress in negotiations related to the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for oil transport.
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Oil prices have gone up recently.
The increase is linked to war-related uncertainty in Iran.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important route for shipping oil.
Talks about the Strait of Hormuz show some progress.
Despite these talks, concerns about the Iran conflict continue to affect oil markets.
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Syria and Russia have reached an agreement about Russia’s military bases in Syria after nearly 18 months of talks. The Syrian government will take control of some civilian parts of the bases, while military parts will become shared training centers for both countries.
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Syria and Russia negotiated about Moscow’s military presence following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024.
The new deal covers Russia’s Hmeimim airbase and Tartus naval base on Syria’s coast.
Syria will control civilian facilities at the bases, and military areas will be used jointly for training by Syrian and Russian forces.
This change is expected to be completed within three months.
Russia helped Bashar al-Assad during Syria’s 14-year civil war, including military intervention starting in 2015.
Assad fled to Russia after being overthrown, and Russian troops remaining in Syria mostly left except for those at the two bases.
The Syrian foreign ministry said the deal represents a new phase in Syrian-Russian relations and reorganizes the Russian presence.
Analysts say both countries continue to rely on each other, with Syria maintaining sovereignty and Russia keeping a military foothold.
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In Malaysia, Rohingya refugees are facing increasing hate speech on social media, which has caused tension and forced over 100 refugees to leave their village in Penang. Malaysian law does not officially recognize refugees, leaving them vulnerable to abuse and without legal protection.
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Malaysia hosts about 126,000 registered Rohingya refugees as of early 2026.
Anti-Rohingya hate and false information online have increased since April 2026.
Posts claim Rohingya refugees demand land and special rights, fueling hostility.
In July 2026, over 100 Rohingya were forced to leave Kuala Muda village after neighbors protested.
Malaysian influencers and social media contribute to spreading hate through hashtags like #SaveMalaysiaFromRohingya.
Rohingya refugees in Malaysia cannot work legally or receive protection under Malaysian law.
NGOs report that social media companies are slow to remove harmful hateful content.
Malaysia is not a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention, so refugees lack official legal rights.
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President Donald Trump said the U.S. is "semi-negotiating" with Iran about access to the Strait of Hormuz. This passage is important for oil shipping, and its access is currently uncertain, which has caused oil prices to rise.
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President Trump described U.S. talks with Iran as "semi-negotiating."
The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for oil shipments.
There is uncertainty about whether ships can use the Strait freely.
Oil prices have gone up due to concerns over the Strait's access.
CBS News reporters Nancy Cordes and Retired Marine Colonel Mark Cancian provided analysis on the situation.
The situation affects global oil markets and international relations.
The comments were made in an interview with Axios on a Sunday.
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Taiwan is preparing for a possible military attack from China by conducting its yearly military drills. These exercises help Taiwan’s armed forces practice defending the island.
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Taiwan holds annual military drills to prepare for potential threats.
The drills simulate a possible invasion by China.
Taiwan’s government emphasizes readiness to protect the island.
The exercises involve soldiers and military equipment.
China claims Taiwan as part of its territory but Taiwan operates independently.
Tensions between Taiwan and China have increased in recent years.
The drills are meant to show Taiwan’s strength and defense capabilities.
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US intelligence agencies believe Russia was behind a recent drone attack with explosives at Leipzig airport in Germany. German officials have not officially accused Russia but are increasing security measures amid concerns of further threats.
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A drone carrying plastic explosives was found next to a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig airport last week.
The German interior minister, Alexander Dobrindt, called the attack a "professional hybrid threat" by a foreign actor.
US officials told media that intelligence points to Russian government involvement and the drone likely came from Russian secret services.
German authorities discovered DNA evidence linking the Leipzig drone incident to a July 2024 firebomb attack at the same airport.
Five men are on trial in Lithuania accused of sending related explosive packages, and prosecutors say they worked for Russian intelligence.
The drone flew past Leipzig airport’s defenses and was stopped only after being reported by an alert bus driver four hours later.
On the same night, a DHL cargo plane aborted landing due to the drone and collided with another unknown object, suspected to be a second hostile drone.
Germany plans to double its federal anti-drone team and increase operational bases to better handle drone threats.
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A new study has found that around age 50, the brain’s main immune cells begin to be replaced by more inflammatory cells, which may help explain the link between normal aging and dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. The research also showed early signs of weakening in protective brain cells and changes in the brain’s immune environment long before symptoms of dementia appear.
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The study focused on the hippocampus, the brain area responsible for memory and learning.
Microglia, the brain’s main immune cells, decline between ages 50 and 75.
These microglia are replaced by cells similar to monocytes, which are typically found in the blood and are more inflammatory.
This challenges the previous idea that microglia are lifelong and only renew themselves inside the brain.
Researchers used advanced gene and epigenome mapping techniques to detect these changes.
The study also found early damage to the blood-brain barrier, which protects the brain from harmful substances.
Aging reduces the 3D organization of the genome and causes loss of astrocytes, cells that support brain function.
About 42% of Americans over age 55 may develop some form of dementia, according to estimates.
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A study from Newcastle University found that adults who drank a daily glass of 100% fruit juice or a smoothie while eating more fruits and vegetables had lower depression scores after four weeks. Researchers say the link is promising but more research is needed before recommending fruit juice as a way to improve mental health.
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The study included 42 adults who usually ate few fruits and vegetables.
All participants increased their fruit and vegetable intake during the study.
Those who also drank fruit juice or smoothies reported lower depression scores by 2.52 points on a 27-point scale.
The study lasted four weeks and used questionnaires to measure symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Fruit juice and smoothies provide vitamin C and flavonoids, compounds possibly linked to brain health.
These compounds may reduce inflammation and improve blood flow to the brain.
Fiber and polyphenols in smoothies may support gut bacteria, which could impact mood.
The study was funded by the Fruit Juice Science Centre and published in the British Journal of Nutrition.
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August 10 marks one year since Israel killed Al Jazeera reporter Anas al-Sharif and three of his colleagues. According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, at least 260 Palestinian media workers have died since Israel started its military actions.
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Anas al-Sharif was an Al Jazeera reporter killed by Israel on August 10, one year ago.
Three of his colleagues—Mohammad Qraiqea, Ibrahim Zaher, and Mohamed Nofal—were also killed on the same day.
The Committee to Protect Journalists reports that at least 260 Palestinian media workers have been killed during the conflict.
The killings happened amid Israel’s ongoing military operations in Palestinian territories.
The incident and casualties highlight the dangers faced by journalists covering the conflict.
Al Jazeera is a news organization that reports mainly on the Middle East.
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Andy Burnham has proposed several changes to help consumers in the UK reduce everyday costs. These include banning hidden ticket fees, stopping unnecessary energy bill increases, and forcing companies to clearly show phone numbers for customer service. The goal is to make daily spending fairer and less frustrating.
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Burnham wants to ban hidden booking fees on event tickets, which are still charged even without alternative options.
He aims to stop energy companies from raising monthly direct debit payments when customers already have credit.
Some UK energy providers held £3.2 billion of customers' money in credit in one year.
Burnham plans to reduce "shrinkflation," where product sizes shrink but prices stay the same or increase, by requiring clear package size labels.
Companies would be required to display a phone number on their homepages to improve customer contact.
Problems with parking, such as unfair fines and confusing payments, are also targeted for improvement.
A government code of practice on parking issues has been delayed but is now moving forward, with hopes to introduce a national parking payment app.
These fixes are meant to help with the cost of living but will not replace bigger changes like rent caps or pension reforms.
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Daniel Kinahan, a man suspected of leading a criminal gang involved in drugs and violence, was brought from Dubai to Ireland to face charges. He appeared in a Dublin court accused of directing a criminal organization but did not enter a plea at this stage. The Irish government played a key role in arranging his extradition from the UAE.
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Daniel Kinahan is suspected of leading the Kinahan Organised Crime Group.
The gang started in Dublin in the 1980s and grew into an international crime group involved in drug trafficking, money laundering, and murder.
Kinahan was charged in Ireland with directing a criminal organization between 2015 and 2017.
He arrived in Dublin on an Irish government plane after an extradition treaty was signed with the UAE in 2024.
Kinahan has denied the allegations and says he has no criminal record.
The US government offered a $5 million reward for information on Kinahan and his family members in 2022.
The Kinahan gang had a violent feud with another gang in Ireland in 2016, which led to multiple deaths.
Kinahan is the second person extradited from the UAE to Ireland under the new treaty.
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Thousands of students and young unemployed people have been protesting in Jharkhand, India, since late July. They want changes to the state’s system for recruitment exams after reports of exam leaks. Similar protests in Delhi earlier led to the resignation of India’s education minister.
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The protests are happening mainly in Jharkhand, a state in India.
Students and unemployed youths are demanding reforms to recruitment exams.
The protests started in late July 2026.
Earlier demonstrations in Delhi also focused on exam issues.
These earlier protests caused India’s education minister to resign.
The unrest is linked to leaked exam papers, which unfairly affect job seekers.
The recruitment exams are used to select candidates for government jobs.
The protests show growing frustration with the fairness of the exam process.
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An 80-year-old woman died in a rapidly spreading wildfire in British Columbia, Canada. The Bald Range wildfire doubled in size over the weekend, leading to evacuations in the area.
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The wildfire is called the Bald Range wildfire.
It is located in British Columbia’s wine country.
The fire grew quickly, nearly doubling in size during the weekend.
An 80-year-old woman was the first person killed by this wildfire.
Authorities ordered people living nearby to evacuate for safety.
The wildfire situation remains serious and ongoing.
Canadian police provided the official information about the death.
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Satellite images show that the hot, dry summer in the UK has affected many areas, including historic sites, reservoirs, parks, and sports fields. Water levels in reservoirs are lower than usual, some places are officially in drought, and plant growth has been stressed by the lack of rain and heat.
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Many parts of England and Wales are officially declared to be in drought due to very dry weather.
Almost all reservoirs in England and Wales have below normal water levels; five reservoirs are exceptionally low.
Reservoir storage in England is at 69%, lower than the long-term average of 82% but better than last year.
Scotland has also had below-average rainfall in July, causing water scarcity warnings in some areas.
The Open golf championship saw hard, dry fairways due to the weather; watering is limited to certain parts of golf courses during bans.
Blue-green algae blooms, which can be harmful, closed London's Serpentine lake for swimming and affected other water bodies.
Plants and grass in many areas, including around Stonehenge and Hyde Park, have turned brown but may recover with rain.
Experts warn the hot, dry weather could cause problems for farming and agriculture.
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Tropical Storm Dolphin hit eastern China, bringing heavy rain and causing flooding after it arrived as a typhoon. Officials warned that some areas could face serious flooding and landslides.
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Tropical Storm Dolphin made landfall in eastern China.
The storm arrived first as a typhoon before weakening to a tropical storm.
Heavy rain fell across the region, leading to flooding in some places.
Authorities warned about the risk of dangerous flooding and landslides.
This is considered one of the biggest storms China has experienced in 2026.
Emergency teams are likely monitoring the situation to protect people and property.
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