Nigerian security forces freed 308 people who had been kidnapped in separate attacks in a northern forest area. The rescued people were returned safely to their homes.
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308 abducted individuals were rescued by Nigerian security forces.
The kidnappings took place in northern Nigeria, specifically in a forested area.
The freed abductees were brought back home.
The article also mentions other African news, such as a workforce crisis in South Africa's textile industry due to xenophobic protests.
There is a brief note about a Nigerian artist who uses clay to create colorful portraits.
The main focus is on the rescue operation in northern Nigeria involving the abductees.
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A new pathway on the Gordie Howe International Bridge now lets people walk or cycle between Detroit, USA, and Windsor, Canada. The bridge is the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America and opened to the public in early August, offering a toll-free way to cross the border.
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The bridge opened on July 27, 2024, with the multiuse path available from August 5, 2024.
It connects Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario, spanning 150 feet above the Detroit River.
The bridge supports pedestrians and cyclists with a free pathway open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Crossing time is about 20 minutes for cyclists and 45 minutes for pedestrians, not including border checks.
Users must carry valid travel documents to enter and reenter both countries.
Entry to the path is limited initially to keep it safe and comfortable, with first-come, first-served access.
The bridge aims to improve trade and travel, adding to existing crossings like the Ambassador Bridge and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel.
The project faced political tensions, including President Trump threatening to block the bridge opening over compensation and tariff disputes.
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Netflix edited out part of a WWE Raw segment featuring Becky Lynch criticizing Liv Morgan. Fans reacted negatively, saying the removed line was not inappropriate and questioning why Netflix censored it.
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Becky Lynch returned to WWE Raw and confronted Liv Morgan in a promo segment.
Netflix removed a line where Lynch said Morgan wasn’t the greatest women’s champion and referenced a past relationship with Dominik Mysterio.
Fans said the edit was unnecessary because WWE Raw is a PG-rated show aimed at adults.
Some viewers criticized Netflix for censoring the segment while showing more mature content elsewhere.
It is unclear why the line was cut; speculation includes concerns about ratings or objections from people connected to the wrestlers mentioned.
Fans also expressed frustration about WWE’s pricing, increased ads, and reduced match time.
The edited content appeared on Netflix’s streaming version, not necessarily the live TV broadcast.
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A new Medicare program called the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program helps some seniors get popular weight-loss drugs for $50 per month. Major pharmacies like Amazon and CVS now offer these drugs with easier access and lower costs to eligible Medicare patients.
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The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program started on July 1, 2024, and runs until December 31, 2027.
It provides access to drugs Wegovy, Zepbound (KwikPen only), and Foundayo for a $50 monthly co-pay.
Before this program, the drugs cost around $1,200 to $1,500 per month.
The program aims to help Medicare beneficiaries, especially those 65 and older, manage obesity.
Amazon Pharmacy automates eligibility checks, authorization, and billing for patients with Medicare.
CVS Pharmacy has expanded its access to these drugs through a partnership with Eli Lilly.
The program operates outside Medicare Part D and is a temporary measure while long-term coverage is decided.
Weight-loss treatment with these drugs requires medical supervision, lifestyle changes, and ongoing care.
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Houthi rebels in Yemen launched missile and drone attacks that killed at least 38 soldiers of the Saudi-backed Yemeni government. The rebels said the attacks were in response to a military buildup supported by Saudi Arabia. This violence is part of the ongoing conflict in Yemen, which has worsened since fighting resumed after a truce ended in 2026.
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At least 38 Yemeni government soldiers were killed and 29 injured in Houthi missile and drone strikes.
The attacks targeted military camps in Marib and Hadramawt provinces near Saudi Arabia.
The Houthis are backed by Iran and oppose the internationally recognized Yemeni government supported by Saudi Arabia.
This was the deadliest attack between the two sides since their 2022 truce expired.
The Yemeni government said it would respond to the attacks at an appropriate time.
The conflict in Yemen began in 2014 and has caused a large humanitarian crisis.
The Houthis control the capital Sanaa and northern Yemen, while the government controls much of the south.
The fighting in Yemen has intensified following escalations linked to the broader US-Iran conflict that began earlier in 2026.
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A South Korean satellite named Danuri took pictures of the moon before and after a SpaceX rocket part accidentally crashed into its surface. The crash made a dark crater and scattered dust and rocks. NASA plans to send its own spacecraft to take more pictures soon.
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Danuri is a South Korean spacecraft orbiting the moon.
It photographed the moon’s surface before and after a SpaceX rocket segment hit the moon.
The crash happened on August 5, 2026.
The impact created a dark crater and threw dust and rocks onto the surface.
The SpaceX rocket part was the Falcon 9 upper stage launched in 2022.
Solar activity and the moon’s gravity caused the rocket part to crash by mistake.
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter will visit the crash site next week to take more photos.
SpaceX has launched other missions to the moon, including private landers.
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Brazil’s federal police have formally accused 16 current and former employees of the airline Voepass for a plane crash on August 9, 2024, that killed all 62 people on board. The investigation found negligence and safety failures, including problems with the aircraft’s de-icing system, which contributed to the accident.
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The crash involved an ATR 72-500 plane traveling from Cascavel to Guarulhos airport.
All 62 people on board—58 passengers and 4 crew members—died when the plane crashed in Vinhedo, outside Sao Paulo.
Voepass owner and president José Luiz Felicio Filho is among those formally accused.
The police accused 15 employees of endangering air traffic safety, which could lead to prison sentences up to 12 years.
Some employees allegedly failed to report technical problems in the aircraft’s logbooks.
The aircraft’s de-icing system failed repeatedly during 136 flights and was manually turned on and off.
The plane was allowed to depart despite known severe icing conditions and previous de-icing failures on the same day.
Investigators suggest the aviation agency ANAC may also face scrutiny for their role in the crash.
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Israeli prosecutors have charged a settler with reckless manslaughter for the killing of Palestinian activist Awdah al-Hathaleen. This is the first time since October 2023 that an Israeli has faced charges in the death of a Palestinian in the occupied West Bank.
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An Israeli settler is charged with reckless manslaughter.
The victim is Awdah al-Hathaleen, a well-known Palestinian activist.
The incident took place in the occupied West Bank.
Rights group B’Tselem reported this is the first such charge since October 2023.
The charge marks a rare legal action against an Israeli for a Palestinian’s death in this area.
The case highlights ongoing tensions between Israelis and Palestinians in the West Bank.
Reckless manslaughter means causing death through careless or dangerous behavior, not intentional killing.
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An explosion happened on a minibus in Jaramana, near Damascus, killing two people and injuring 13 others. Syrian authorities said the blast was caused by a planted explosive device, and security forces are investigating the incident.
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The explosion occurred on a minibus in Jaramana, southeast of Damascus.
Two people died because of the blast.
Thirteen others were injured in the explosion.
Syrian officials said the explosion was from a bomb planted on the vehicle.
Security forces have started an investigation into the attack.
The minibus was carrying several passengers when it exploded.
The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the area.
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Amanda Knox is performing a solo comedy show called Cartwheel at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where she talks about motherhood and her experiences after being convicted and acquitted of murder in Italy. Meredith Kercher’s family has expressed concern that the show makes light of violence against women, while Knox says her show treats the subject with respect and aims to raise awareness about dangers women face.
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Amanda Knox was convicted and later acquitted of murdering Meredith Kercher in Italy in 2007.
Knox’s show Cartwheel is sold out and will be performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
The show discusses motherhood and Knox’s perspective on how to explain her past to her daughter.
Meredith Kercher’s sister worries the show could make violence against women seem normal or less serious.
About 5,000 people signed a petition asking for the show to be cancelled, saying it disrespects Meredith’s memory.
Knox says her show focuses on how unfair and unsafe the world is for women and is made with care and respect.
The show’s title, Cartwheel, refers to a story about Knox doing cartwheels at a police station and symbolizes coping with difficult events.
Knox has expressed a wish to have an honest conversation with Meredith’s family but says she has not had the chance.
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Iran and Oman are close to making new plans for the Strait of Hormuz, an important waterway, but they have not agreed to fully reopen it. At the same time, President Trump has denied news reports saying the U.S. is running low on weapons because of the ongoing war.
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Iran and Oman are negotiating new arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz.
The deal would not fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz at this time.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for international shipping.
President Donald Trump denies that the U.S. has major shortages of munitions (weapons and ammunition).
Reports had suggested the U.S. might be running low on weapons due to war demands.
CBS News is the source reporting these developments.
The discussions between Iran and Oman were mentioned by Iran’s state news agency.
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Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Boltinhouse lost her title after a review found information about her conduct over a long time. The pageant organizers said they do not allow racism, homophobia, or transphobia and chose to replace her with the runner-up, Myla Hadley.
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Brittany Boltinhouse won Miss North Carolina USA in June.
Organizers reviewed information about Boltinhouse’s conduct over an extended period.
The Miss USA organization does not accept behavior involving racism, homophobia, or transphobia.
Boltinhouse apologized and plans to make a statement.
She was officially stripped of her title on Wednesday.
Runner-up Myla Hadley will now represent North Carolina at the upcoming Miss USA pageant in Miami.
The Miss USA winner will compete in the Miss Universe pageant in November.
Myla Hadley said she is ready to take on the role despite the short notice.
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Israeli air strikes wounded eight people in southern Lebanon's Tyre district during ongoing ceasefire talks between Lebanon and Israel held in Rome. Both sides are negotiating military and political issues, including Hezbollah’s disarmament and border security.
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Israeli air strikes injured eight people in the town of Burj Shemali, near Tyre in southern Lebanon.
Israeli drones also struck several other nearby towns, damaging a civilian home.
Two Israeli soldiers were killed by a booby-trap explosion during a search in the village of Majdal Zoun.
Since March 2, Israeli military actions in Lebanon have resulted in over 4,300 deaths and more than 12,000 injuries, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry.
The Israeli army fired 113 projectiles into southern Lebanon in one day, the highest number since June 21.
Lebanon deployed troops to reopen roads in al-Mansouri, but efforts were stopped by a joint Lebanese-Israeli committee controlling the border area.
Israeli officials claim they targeted tunnels near a heritage site to stop Hezbollah infiltration, but no proof of tunnels has been shown.
The seventh round of US-mediated talks in Rome focused on disarmament, ceasefire, border issues, and prisoner matters, with officials describing progress on technical points.
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A power failure at the Manchester Rail Operating Centre caused major train delays and cancellations across northern England on Thursday. Thousands of passengers experienced long waits, stopped trains, and had to find alternative travel, with disruption expected to continue throughout the day.
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The power failure happened just before 2:00 PM at the Manchester Rail Operating Centre in Ardwick.
This centre controls train signals and operations across a large area from Crewe to Carlisle and from Todmorden to the Welsh border.
At least eight train companies were affected by the outage into Thursday evening.
Passengers reported very long delays; some were stuck on trains for over 90 minutes or forced to find expensive alternate transport.
Some travelers, including business visitors and people returning from trips, had to pay for hotels or taxis due to cancelled trains.
Rail operators issued warnings not to travel in many affected areas and arranged replacement buses where possible.
Network Rail and local transport officials advised passengers to check their train status before traveling.
Staff were praised for calmly helping evacuate passengers safely from stalled trains.
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Michigan health officials said people can safely eat lettuce and salad greens again because new cases of a parasite infection called cyclosporiasis are going down. The outbreak was linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico used at some Taco Bell restaurants, and the contaminated lettuce has mostly been removed.
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Michigan had over 12,400 cyclosporiasis cases since June, with 279 hospitalizations and two deaths.
The outbreak involved shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, sourced in central Mexico.
Taylor Farms recalled all iceberg lettuce from central Mexico voluntarily.
Taco Bell stopped using lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico at all its restaurants.
New cases and emergency visits related to cyclosporiasis are now decreasing in Michigan.
Health officials say the majority of contaminated lettuce is no longer available to consumers.
People can stop avoiding bagged salad mixes and return to normal food handling and lettuce eating.
Consumers should still avoid recalled products and keep washing fruits, vegetables, hands, and surfaces.
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The U.S. military investigated a possible white phosphorus leak at Osan Air Base in South Korea and found no leak occurred. Local officials had temporarily evacuated nearby residents as a precaution.
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The incident took place near Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, South Korea.
On July 28, local authorities asked people living close to the base to evacuate briefly.
The evacuation was because of concerns about a possible white phosphorus leak.
The U.S. military carried out an investigation after the evacuation.
The investigation concluded there was no leak of white phosphorus at the base.
White phosphorus is a chemical sometimes used in military settings that can cause harm if exposed.
The base is located just south of Seoul, South Korea’s capital.
The situation was resolved without confirming any chemical hazard.
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At Amsterdam’s 2026 Pride festival, dozens of people took part in a "Married For A Day" event to celebrate 25 years since the Netherlands became the first country to legalize same-sex marriage. Although fewer Dutch couples marry now, the right to marry remains important to many, especially same-sex couples.
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The event was held in a pink inflatable chapel as part of Amsterdam’s Pride festival.
The Netherlands legalized same-sex marriage in 2001, the first country to do so.
Over 36,000 same-sex couples have married in the Netherlands since legalization.
The overall number of married adults in the country has dropped nearly 10% recently.
Jan Derksen-Wynn and John Wijfjes were the first couple in the event, planning a longer marriage later.
Prime Minister Rob Jetten, the country’s first openly gay leader, plans to marry his partner soon.
Jetten highlighted the Pride event’s importance due to global challenges to LGBTQ+ rights and recent attacks.
The celebration took place near the original location where same-sex marriage was first legalized.
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At least 100 people died during a large number of migrants crossing from Morocco into the Spanish city of Ceuta. Thousands of migrants remain in the city, putting a strain on local resources and raising concerns about border security in Europe.
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About 72,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into Ceuta within two days, nearly matching the local population size.
Ceuta’s local leader, Juan Jesus Vivas, reported at least 100 deaths during the crossings.
Between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants still remain in Ceuta.
Local reception centers in Ceuta are overwhelmed and lack resources.
The Spanish government did not attend a European Parliament hearing on the crisis; the European Commission represented Spain instead.
European officials warned that Europe’s border safety depends too much on cooperation from Morocco, making it vulnerable.
Moroccan authorities rejected responsibility, saying Spain should have expected the surge after a court ruling stopped immediate deportations of migrants who entered by swimming.
Ceuta’s leader said the border is weak and called for faster deportation of irregular migrants, though unaccompanied minors can only be returned if they agree.
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Several Cambridge University academics are demanding an independent investigation into the appointment of Jason Arday as a professor due to concerns about racism and questions over his qualifications. Arday resigned after facing allegations of plagiarism and exaggerating his achievements, sparking debates about the university’s hiring practices and diversity efforts.
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Jason Arday was appointed professor of sociology of education at Cambridge in 2023 at age 37.
His research and publication record was considered limited compared to others in similar roles.
Arday faced public accusations of plagiarism in his PhD thesis and exaggeration of his academic and charity fundraising claims.
He resigned after a week of controversy involving these allegations and other unusual incidents, like threats against his family.
A group of Cambridge academics are calling for an independent inquiry into the appointment process and university management decisions.
They argue the university may have rushed the appointment to improve staff diversity and gain positive media attention.
The university initially defended Arday but later launched a new investigation after receiving new information.
Jason Arday plans to publish a memoir about his life, reportedly earning 1.4 million pounds from the publisher.
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