A small plane crashed in southern Peru while carrying mostly tourists to see the Nazca Lines, killing 13 people, including passengers and crew. The crash site caught fire quickly, stopping rescue efforts.
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The crash happened on Saturday near the Nazca Lines in southern Peru.
At least 11 passengers and 2 crew members died in the accident.
The plane belonged to the Peruvian sightseeing company Aerodiana.
The plane left from Pisco, a city in the Ica region.
The Nazca Lines are large ancient drawings on the ground, best seen from the air.
The Nazca Lines date from 500 BC to 500 AD and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Peru is a popular tourist spot, attracting millions of visitors every year.
The crash site was quickly engulfed in flames, preventing rescue efforts.
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A small tourist plane crashed in Peru near the Nazca Lines, killing all 13 people on board. The plane went down on Saturday in the Pueblo Viejo region after taking off from Pisco airport.
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The crash involved a plane carrying 11 passengers and 2 pilots.
The cause of the crash and the passengers' identities have not been released.
The Nazca Lines are ancient desert drawings and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
This crash occurred around 1:00 pm local time (19:00 BST).
The airline operating the plane is called Aerodiana.
Officials recovered four bodies soon after the crash.
Officials expressed sadness and condolences to the victims’ families.
Similar crashes over the Nazca Lines have happened in 2010 and 2022, with fatalities each time.
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A tourist plane crashed in Peru near the Nazca Lines, killing at least 13 people. The plane was on a sightseeing flight operated by a local company and took off from the nearby city of Ica.
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At least 13 people died in the plane crash over the Nazca Lines in Peru.
The plane was carrying tourists on a sightseeing flight to view the Nazca Lines.
The Nazca Lines are large drawings in the desert made by Indigenous people hundreds of years ago.
The images are best seen from the air or special towers on the ground.
The plane belonged to the Peruvian company Aerodiana.
It took off from the city of Ica, near the crash site.
Peruvian authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Aerodiana has not yet made a public statement about the accident.
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Fighting has started again in western Tigray between Ethiopia’s federal forces and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), breaking a peace deal signed in 2022. Both sides blame each other for starting the clashes amid ongoing tensions and unresolved issues from the previous war.
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Fighting began at dawn near Sheraro, close to the Sudanese border in western Tigray.
The Tigray regional government says federal forces started the attack; a government minister in Tigray blames the TPLF.
The peace deal signed in 2022 ended a war that lasted two years and killed hundreds of thousands but did not solve key conflicts.
Tigray accuses Ethiopia’s ruling party of blockades and drone attacks leading to the current fighting.
Ethiopia’s intelligence chief and a former TPLF spokesman warned war was likely before fighting resumed.
The US imposed visa bans on TPLF leaders it said were blocking peace efforts.
TPLF declared the peace deal “effectively dead” in July despite US attempts to keep it alive.
Experts say without strong international help, the conflict could grow larger and more deadly.
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A Cambridge University professor, Jason Arday, faced accusations of plagiarism by another academic, Nathan Cofnas. Arday acknowledged some errors but denied lying and said he was targeted due to racism connected to his work on diversity and education.
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Jason Arday is a Cambridge professor who focuses on race and neurodivergence in education.
Nathan Cofnas, who lost his Cambridge position in 2024, accused Arday of plagiarism using detection software.
Cofnas said many parts of Arday’s PhD and articles copied other works with little change.
Arday admitted mistakes but said he is not lying and that the attacks are racially motivated.
Arday explained some errors relate to his autism and how he learns by mimicry.
A retired professor previously raised concerns about Arday’s articles, leading to journal corrections.
Arday’s claims of charity marathons and runs raised questions; he said the money was raised over 20 years with others involved under secrecy agreements.
Arday defended his record and said critics unfairly target him as part of opposition to diversity efforts.
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Greece is fighting severe wildfires near Athens, with hundreds of people evacuated and emergency workers trying to control the flames. Meanwhile, wildfires in France, Spain, and Portugal are mostly under control or no longer spreading quickly.
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Strong winds have made wildfires in Greece worse, especially near Porto Germeno, a resort area west of Athens.
About 300 people were evacuated by sea from fire-affected villages near Athens.
Greek officials warned of extreme wildfire risk in several regions, including Attica and Evia.
The wildfire near Porto Germeno has spread over about 15 to 19 square miles, affecting many homes.
In France, the largest wildfire since 1949 is now under control, especially in the southwest region of Gironde.
Firefighters have contained fires in France’s Var area, stopping further spread overnight.
Portugal’s biggest wildfire was declared under control, and Spain’s fires have mostly stopped advancing.
Europe is experiencing faster warming than other continents, making drought and wildfires more common and severe.
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A tourist plane crashed near Nazca, Peru, killing 13 people. The plane was on a sightseeing flight over the Nazca Lines, ancient desert drawings made by Indigenous people.
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The crash happened outside the city of Nazca in Peru.
The plane was carrying tourists on a flight to see the Nazca Lines.
The Nazca Lines are large drawings in the desert made hundreds of years ago.
The flight started in the nearby city of Ica.
The plane was operated by Aerodiana, a Peruvian company.
Aerodiana has been offering scenic flights over the Nazca Lines for 14 years.
The plane model used is called Cessna Grand Caravan.
Authorities in Peru are investigating the cause of the crash.
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Nepalese climber Nirmal Purja died in an avalanche while climbing Broad Peak mountain in Pakistan. The avalanche struck during his expedition with a team of 10 climbers, and three bodies, including Purja’s, have been found.
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Nirmal Purja was a Nepalese mountaineer known for climbing the 14 highest mountains in the world.
He gained international recognition through the Netflix documentary "14 Peaks."
Purja was leading an expedition on Broad Peak, located in Pakistan, when the avalanche occurred.
Ten climbers were part of the expedition.
Three bodies have been recovered so far, confirming Purja’s death.
The incident happened on a high mountain known for risky climbing conditions.
Purja was a record-breaking climber, widely respected in the mountaineering community.
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The European Union will hold emergency talks to address the migration situation in Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa, where about 60,000 migrants crossed from Morocco. Several EU countries have reacted by considering or enforcing temporary border controls, affecting the Schengen Agreement that allows free travel within many European countries.
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Around 60,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco on July 30.
Almost all migrants have since returned, but at least 67 people died during the crossings.
Twenty-two EU member states sent a letter asking for coordinated action and stronger external borders.
Italy suspended the Schengen Agreement with Spain for one month, supported by Finland and Denmark.
Spain said it restored border control within 48 hours and prevented migrants from moving to continental Europe.
Spanish leaders accused some European governments of reacting unfairly to Spain’s handling of the crisis.
Spain plans to build an inflatable barrier to stop illegal sea crossings.
EU leaders called on Morocco to take back illegal migrants and stressed the need to follow EU migration rules.
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Spain has installed a floating barrier in the sea to stop migrants from crossing from Morocco into its territory of Ceuta. This action follows a large and sudden increase in migrants entering Ceuta, which led to at least 67 deaths. The European Union is holding emergency talks to respond to the situation.
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About 60,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in a few days, creating a migration crisis.
At least 67 people died during the crossing due to drowning or accidents at the border.
Spain installed a 500-meter floating barrier in the sea to block further crossings.
The barrier stands 30 to 70 centimeters above water and extends about one meter below the surface.
Spanish authorities returned over 48,000 migrants to Morocco within 48 hours.
Spain’s Interior Minister said people-smuggling networks exploited vulnerable migrants.
The EU called an emergency meeting with interior ministers to discuss coordinated action.
Spain’s Prime Minister criticized Italy for suspending passport-free travel with Spain because of the crisis.
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An explosion at a restaurant in central Moscow killed at least three people and injured 15 others. Authorities are investigating the cause and circumstances of the incident.
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The explosion happened at a restaurant in central Moscow, on Kudrinskaya Square.
At least three people died from the blast.
Fifteen people were wounded and are receiving medical care.
Russian emergency services, forensic experts, and investigators are working at the site.
The exact number of casualties and details about the explosion are still being determined.
Russian state media reported the information, citing local officials and the Moscow Investigative Committee.
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Thousands of people gathered in Amsterdam to watch the annual Pride boat parade as part of the WorldPride event. Police increased security with patrol boats after a recent attack at a Pride event in Berlin.
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Amsterdam held its yearly Pride boat parade with around 80 decorated boats.
The event is part of this year’s WorldPride, attracting visitors from different countries.
Participants wore costumes and danced while traveling along the city’s canals.
Police patrolled the waterways in motorboats to boost security.
The extra security measures followed an attack at a Pride event in Berlin that caused one death and many injuries.
The parade included music, colorful decorations, and celebrations.
The event took place on a Saturday.
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At least three people died and 15 were injured when a restaurant exploded in central Moscow. The blast happened around 8 p.m. local time, and it is believed to have started in the kitchen, though the exact cause is unknown.
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The explosion occurred at a restaurant on Kudrinskaya square in Moscow.
It happened at about 8 p.m. local time (5 p.m. GMT).
Three people were killed and 15 others were injured.
The restaurant was holding a wedding reception with around 50 guests at the time.
Witnesses reported seeing injured people carried out covered in blood.
Roads near the explosion site were temporarily closed.
A planned cycling event nearby was canceled because of the blast.
Police and armed officers quickly sealed off the area after the explosion.
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Wildfires in western Europe have mostly calmed, but a major fire in Greece is causing serious damage and forcing many people to evacuate. France still has large wildfires under control, with many residents recently allowed to return home after evacuations.
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Wildfires in much of western Europe are easing, but Greece faces dangerous fires with strong winds.
About 300 people in Greece were evacuated by sea from the resort area of Porto Germeno.
Greece’s recent fires recall the deadly 2018 wildfire near Athens that killed 104 people.
Firefighting efforts in Greece include 500 firefighters, water-dropping planes, helicopters, and international crews from France and Romania.
In southwestern France, a huge fire in Gironde burned an area four times the size of Paris but is now contained.
About 198,000 people in France have returned home after what could be the largest peacetime evacuation in the country.
Europe is warming faster than the rest of the world, causing drier vegetation that spreads fires more easily.
Strong winds in Greece are making firefighting very difficult, sometimes stopping aircraft from dropping water on fires.
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Israeli strikes hit several residential buildings in Gaza overnight, killing at least eight people according to local sources. These attacks follow a recent claim by Hamas that it agreed to a ceasefire deal promoted by U.S. President Donald Trump, which includes disarming Hamas and withdrawal of Israeli forces.
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At least eight people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza during the night and seven more on the previous day.
The strikes targeted residential buildings and damaged medical supplies at a hospital.
Hamas announced an agreement to a ceasefire deal that involves their disarmament and a gradual Israeli withdrawal.
Israel continues military actions, claiming to target Hamas weapons storage and militants.
The Israeli military denies plans to withdraw without full Hamas disarmament.
Palestinian health officials condemned the damage to critical medical supplies as a severe loss.
Gaza's civil defense, working under Hamas authority, reported casualties and injuries from the strikes.
Media access to Gaza is limited, making independent verification of the situation difficult.
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A tanker named Caroline Bezengi, which is under international sanctions, has been leaking crude oil off the coast of Oman near a protected marine area. Satellite images show the leak spreading over a large area, raising concerns about environmental damage and the possibility of a bigger oil spill if the ship breaks apart during the monsoon season.
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The Caroline Bezengi tanker is about 274 meters (899 feet) long and flagged by Cameroon.
It has been grounded off Qibliyah Island, near Oman’s Dhofar coast, since June after an explosion onboard.
This tanker is sanctioned by the U.K., European Union, Canada, and Switzerland for carrying Russian oil linked to destabilizing Ukraine.
Satellite images from late July show oil covering roughly 20 square kilometers (8 square miles) around the tanker.
The oil leak has spread onto the shores of Qibliyah Island and nearby marine protected areas in the Arabian Sea.
Rough seas and strong monsoon winds from May to September increase the risk of the ship breaking and worsening the spill.
The tanker is estimated to be carrying over 800,000 barrels of crude oil.
Environmental groups warn that the leak is damaging sensitive ecosystems and could lead to a larger oil disaster.
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A truck exploded early Saturday outside a police base in Cucuta, Colombia, injuring 11 officers and killing a police dog. The Colombian government blamed the National Liberation Army (ELN), a rebel group involved in drug trafficking and illegal mining, for the attack.
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The explosion happened outside a police headquarters in Norte de Santander Province, near the Venezuela border.
Eleven police officers were injured, and a police dog died from the blast.
Colombian Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez offered a $60,000 reward for information on those responsible.
The ELN has about 6,000 fighters and has fought Colombia’s government for decades.
The ELN started as a social justice group in the 1960s but now mainly profits from illegal activities.
Peace talks between Colombia and the ELN broke down last year after violent attacks.
Incoming President Abelardo de la Espriella plans to use stronger military action against the ELN and criminal groups.
The previous peace deal with another rebel group led to disarmament but created a power gap that the ELN is trying to fill.
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Israeli forces detained seven Palestinians, including two children, during raids in the West Bank. Separately, Israeli settlers attacked a Palestinian couple on their farmland, causing injuries that required hospital treatment.
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Seven Palestinians, including two 16-year-olds, were detained by Israeli forces in raids across the West Bank.
The raids happened in multiple locations: Tubas, Nablus, Bethlehem, and Hebron governorates.
Israeli settlers assaulted a Palestinian man and his wife on their farm near Ramallah, causing injuries.
Settlers set fire to a car, damaged another, and spray-painted racist graffiti in Surif near Hebron.
Three Palestinian men were attacked with pepper spray and their vehicle was hit by an all-terrain vehicle in an assault by settlers.
Israeli forces forced three Palestinians in Beit Jala to demolish their own homes due to building permit issues.
Over 11,000 attacks by Israeli forces and settlers in the West Bank were recorded in the first half of this year.
The United Nations and international officials have expressed concern over settler violence and settlement expansion, which they say violates international law.
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President Donald Trump threatened more military strikes on Iran amid rising tensions in the Middle East, especially around the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Kuwait reported drone attacks linked to Iran, and Israel conducted heavy air strikes on Gaza after Hamas agreed to disarm.
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President Trump said the U.S. will continue hitting Iran "very hard" until Iran cannot sustain it.
The U.S. accused Iran of breaking a truce agreement by attacking commercial ships and killing American soldiers.
The U.S. State Department warned Americans in 10 Middle Eastern countries to be cautious due to escalating tensions.
Kuwait reported drone attacks by Iran on vital facilities but no casualties.
A tanker was hit near the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route, damaging its engine room with no casualties.
Israel launched heavy strikes on Gaza, targeting Hamas sites and storage facilities.
Hamas agreed to disarm, raising cautious hope for peace in Gaza.
The conflict increased travel warnings and concerns about stability in the region.
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Michigan and Minnesota reported cyberattacks targeting the technology that controls their water systems. Officials say the attacks did not cause public health problems, and investigations are ongoing, with agencies suspecting possible involvement by Iranian hackers.
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Both Michigan and Minnesota experienced cyberattacks on multiple water system operations.
Minnesota had over 30 water systems affected, while Michigan reported nine.
All water systems reportedly continued safe operation during the attacks.
The incidents involved tampering attempts with technology used to remotely control water equipment.
Federal agencies issued warnings about Iranian hackers targeting water and wastewater systems.
The FBI and other agencies are investigating but have not named any suspects.
Similar cyberattacks have occurred in the past, including a 2016 attempt on a dam near New York City.
Local water plants often lack resources to implement strong cybersecurity measures, making them vulnerable.
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