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Lifeguards at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz rescued a boy from strong waves during a busy, warm day. The rescue happened last weekend and was witnessed by many people on the beach.
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The event took place at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz.
It happened on a warm day in July.
Many people were on the beach enjoying the weather.
Lifeguards noticed the boy was in trouble in the water.
They quickly acted to rescue the boy from the waves.
The rescue was seen by the crowd gathered on the beach.
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The Booker Prize announced 13 semifinalists for its fiction award, including past winners Marlon James and Douglas Stuart, as well as Pulitzer Prize winner Elizabeth Strout. The novels cover diverse themes such as Jamaican gay life in the 1980s, Scottish island family secrets, and New England small-town stories.
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The Booker Prize semifinalist list includes 13 books chosen from 163 novels.
Marlon James won the Booker Prize in 2015; Douglas Stuart won in 2020.
Elizabeth Strout, a Pulitzer Prize winner, is a semifinalist again.
The books represent writers from Britain, Ireland, Jamaica, Mexico, Turkey, and the U.S.
Three semifinalists are debut authors, including Kenan Orhan, Rebecca Perry, and Djamel White.
The youngest author is 28 years old, the oldest is 81.
The judges aim to select novels that challenge traditional storytelling with humor, emotion, and surprise.
The Booker Prize is open to any novel published in the UK or Ireland, regardless of the author’s nationality.
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Scientists studied people in their 80s and 90s with very sharp memories, called "SuperAgers," and found that their strong memory is not linked to inherited genes that affect Alzheimer's risk. This means that other factors besides genetics likely help protect memory and brain health in older age.
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The study included 231 adults aged 80 or older; 142 were SuperAgers with memory like people decades younger.
Researchers looked at the APOE gene and other genetic risk scores linked to Alzheimer's disease.
Both SuperAgers and average-memory participants had similar genetic risks for Alzheimer’s.
No rare protective genetic variants were found to explain SuperAgers’ memory.
The study suggests genes related to Alzheimer’s risk do not predict who will have exceptional memory.
Brain structure, protein levels, and lifestyle (education, exercise, social life) may influence memory health.
The study was small and did not consider lifestyle or blood vessel health, which may affect results.
Future research will include brain imaging, blood tests, genetics, immune system studies, sleep, and social factors.
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Uganda has declared an end to its Ebola outbreak after 42 days with no new cases following the recovery of the last patient. Meanwhile, Ebola infections continue to rise in neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo, where the outbreak is much larger and spreading quickly.
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Uganda completed a 42-day monitoring period with no new Ebola cases after the last patient recovered on June 16, 2026.
Uganda had 20 confirmed cases, with 18 recovering and 2 deaths; the deaths were patients from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
The DRC has reported at least 3,262 Ebola infections and 1,437 deaths since mid-May 2026.
The current Ebola outbreak in the DRC is nearly as large as the country’s biggest outbreak from 2018 to 2020.
The World Health Organization calls this the fastest-spreading Ebola outbreak recorded.
The Ebola virus strain in the DRC is Bundibugyo, the rarest of the four types affecting humans.
No approved vaccines or treatments currently exist for the Bundibugyo Ebola strain.
Ebola spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids from infected or deceased people and can cause severe symptoms including fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and internal bleeding.
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Senator Lindsey Graham said he convinced President Donald Trump to join Israel in starting a war against Iran. Newly released footage shows Graham expressing strong support for the conflict and discussing efforts to involve the U.S. in attacking Lebanon. Graham died in July 2024, and both Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, with whom Graham was close, attended his funeral.
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Lindsey Graham claimed he persuaded President Trump to join Israel in a war against Iran.
The conflict began after U.S.-Israeli strikes killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28, 2024.
Graham appeared emotional and happy when the war started, saying he “almost cried” tears of joy.
He compared the partnership of Trump and Netanyahu to the cooperation between Roosevelt and Churchill in World War II.
Graham discussed lobbying Trump to attack Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, but Netanyahu advised focusing on Iran first.
Graham expressed frustration when Trump signed a ceasefire deal with Iran that Graham felt allowed the conflict to “slip away.”
The footage was collected over three years by a documentary filmmaker given access to Graham.
Graham died on July 11, 2024, aged 71, and both President Trump and Netanyahu attended his funeral.
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A wildfire in southwestern France damaged much of the commercial area in the town of Biscarrosse. Some businesses have started to open again, but people remain concerned about new fires nearby and ongoing dangers.
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The wildfire caused heavy damage to parts of Biscarrosse’s commercial district.
Many business owners suffered significant losses.
Some shops have reopened after the fire.
Residents are worried about flare-ups, which means new spots of fire starting again.
Fire risks are still present in the area.
The wildfire took place in southwestern France.
The exact cause of the fire was not mentioned in the article.
Emergency teams are likely still monitoring the situation.
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Officials in Pakistan-administered Kashmir accused a banned group of trying to disrupt elections for the region’s assembly. They also said armed militants, including members of the Pakistani Taliban, joined protests that became violent, resulting in the death of a paramilitary officer and injuries to others.
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Elections for the Kashmir region’s constitutional assembly began on August 7 and will continue through August 10.
A banned political group called the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) was accused of trying to sabotage the elections.
Officials said armed militants from the Pakistani Taliban were part of the ongoing protests.
Clashes between armed protesters and security forces killed one paramilitary officer and injured several others.
The protests have caused low voter turnout, especially in Mirpur city during the first phase.
The JAAC demands more political rights for Kashmir residents and the removal of refugee seats in the assembly.
The regional government banned JAAC due to violent protests and public safety concerns.
Authorities plan to take action to end the protests and ensure peaceful, fair voting.
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Keiko Fujimori will be inaugurated as Peru’s president after narrowly winning the June election by fewer than 50,000 votes. She aims to stabilize Peru’s politics and improve security by adopting tough crime-fighting measures and encouraging public-private partnerships for infrastructure development.
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Keiko Fujimori is set to become Peru’s president on July 28, 2026.
She won the presidential election by a small margin of less than 50,000 votes.
Fujimori is the daughter of a former president jailed for human rights abuses.
Peru has had nine presidents in the last ten years, many of whom did not finish their terms due to resignation or removal.
Fujimori’s party and its ally will hold half the seats in the new Senate, making it harder for Congress to remove her.
Her campaign focused on fighting crime with strict policies like building a large prison and protecting judges’ identities.
Opposition leaders want her to reverse recent laws that reduce the government’s ability to fight organized crime.
Fujimori faces protests from relatives of civilians killed during recent anti-government demonstrations and leads a politically divided country.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited President Donald Trump at the White House seeking public support ahead of Israel’s upcoming election and backing on Iran policy. Trump showed mixed reactions and has not yet endorsed Netanyahu, while polls indicate Netanyahu’s political position in Israel is weakening.
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Netanyahu and Trump met in the Oval Office to discuss the war against Iran and Israel’s election.
Trump acknowledged some differences with Netanyahu on Iran but said they are mostly aligned.
Trump dismissed Netanyahu’s plan to brief him publicly on Iranian nuclear activity.
Netanyahu seeks Trump’s support to boost his chances in the upcoming Israeli election.
Polls show Netanyahu’s coalition trailing the anti-Netanyahu alliance backed by former Israeli leaders.
Markets betting on Israel’s next prime minister give Netanyahu about a 40% chance.
Trump faces pressure to reduce the war against Iran due to U.S. economic and political concerns.
Israel’s support in Washington has decreased alongside Netanyahu’s declining influence.
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More than 1,000 people evacuated by wildfires in southwestern France are staying at Bordeaux’s exhibition centre, where volunteers offer various activities and support. The city is helping evacuees find longer-term housing while volunteers provide entertainment, healthcare, and other services.
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Over 1,000 evacuees from wildfires in the Gironde region are sheltered at Bordeaux’s exhibition centre.
Around 7,000 people fled the wildfires on July 24-25, 2026, with many leaving as tourists returned home or locals found friends or family.
Bordeaux City Council has offered 892 housing options, including private homes, university dorms, and schools.
About 500 volunteers help by organizing activities like games, movie screenings, exercise sessions, and spiritual services.
Veterinary services are available for evacuees' pets.
The centre includes dining areas, relaxation spaces, and places for socializing to support evacuees’ morale.
Volunteers also provide legal aid and healthcare, including physiotherapy.
Children are entertained by volunteers making balloon animals and organizing games.
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In Sudan’s Darfur region, the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been fighting the Sudanese Armed Forces since 2023. Human rights groups, including Sudan’s National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR), are secretly documenting serious abuses like killings, sexual violence, and illegal detentions carried out by the RSF.
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The RSF controls large parts of western Sudan and is accused of burning villages, killing civilians, and committing sexual violence.
The NCHR has secret teams gathering evidence despite high risks, using small phones and secure communication to avoid detection.
Reports show mass executions and mass graves in cities captured by the RSF, pointing to genocide.
Around 4,000 cases of sexual violence have been documented in Darfur, with 20% of victims under 18 years old.
A UN investigation confirmed the RSF’s actions amount to genocide, including mass killings, gang rapes, and deliberate starvation.
Amnesty International accused the RSF of crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during a siege of el-Fasher.
The RSF has detained thousands of civilians without trial, including many women and children, in overcrowded prisons.
The NCHR calls for the immediate release of detainees following international rules for armed conflicts.
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Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel and 90 other lawmakers left the main opposition CHP party to form a new political party called the New Party. This split happened after a court overturned Ozel’s leadership in the CHP, and it may change the balance of power in upcoming elections against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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Ozgur Ozel was removed as CHP chairman after a court annulled the party congress that elected him.
The court cited voter fraud and reinstated Ozel’s predecessor, Kemal Kilicdaroglu.
Police entered CHP headquarters to enforce the court ruling, leading to internal party conflict.
Ozel and supporters view the court decision as judicial interference in politics.
The government denies interfering and calls the case an internal CHP matter.
The CHP won important local elections in 2024 under Ozel’s leadership, including Istanbul and Ankara.
Corruption investigations have targeted CHP officials, including Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who denies charges and is jailed pending trial.
With the New Party’s formation, the CHP has only 44 MPs left in parliament, while the AK Party holds 277 seats.
Ozel supports Imamoglu as the opposition’s presidential candidate for the next elections.
The opposition split might help Erdogan maintain power in the coming years.
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Police in Guyana have charged the captain and two crew members of a ferry that capsized in July, killing more than 70 people. The ferry sank before reaching its destination, and about 30 passengers remain missing.
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The ferry capsized on July 18 while traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma.
More than 70 people died, and around 30 are still missing.
The accused are Captain Kevin Price, chief mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, and cargo superintendent Delon Granderson.
The ferry was an old vessel, 87 years old, named MV Barima.
Survivors reported that the ferry was leaking and overcrowded with people and cargo.
The government formed a commission of international experts to investigate the sinking.
A new ferry was bought from India but could not be used because a pier at Port Kaituma was still under construction.
The ferry wreck lies about 50 feet underwater and is unlikely to be raised.
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President Donald Trump says the United States and Iran have restarted negotiations, with the U.S. saying Iran wants a deal. Iran confirms talks are happening but says it is not in a hurry to make an agreement.
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President Donald Trump announced that talks with Iran are back on.
The U.S. claims that Iran is eager to reach a deal.
Iran acknowledges ongoing negotiations with the U.S.
Iran states it is taking its time and not rushing to finalize an agreement.
The situation is similar to previous rounds of negotiation between the two countries.
The news comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Al Jazeera reported on the latest developments in the talks.
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Rex Heuermann, the Gilgo Beach serial killer, was sentenced after many years. The courtroom was filled with strong emotions as victims’ families shared their feelings and faced him directly.
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Rex Heuermann has been identified as the Gilgo Beach serial killer.
The sentencing happened after decades of waiting by the victims’ families.
Family members spoke openly about their pain and loss during the sentencing.
Children of victims expressed their sadness about growing up without their mothers.
The courtroom served as a place for people to express grief and anger.
The sentencing brought a sense of closure to some of the victims’ families.
The case attracted wide public and media attention over the years.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US President Donald Trump at the White House and described the meeting as positive. They discussed Ukraine producing Patriot missile interceptors and ways to try to end the war with Russia.
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Zelenskyy said the meeting with President Trump was good and thanked him for working together to protect Ukrainians.
They talked about licensing production of Patriot air defence missiles in Ukraine.
Trump recently agreed to allow Ukraine to co-produce these missile interceptors.
The meeting lasted about one hour and was held in private.
On the same day, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also met with Trump at the White House.
Zelenskyy came to the US to attend Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral and to meet other officials.
The US and Ukraine are also working on producing drones together to improve military technology.
This meeting shows an improvement in relations after some tense moments last year between the two leaders.
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The movie "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" had its world premiere in Hollywood. This event was covered by ABC News as part of their entertainment news segment.
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The movie titled "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" debuted with a premiere event in Hollywood.
ABC News reporter Hanna Battah covered this premiere.
The report was part of the "GMA" Pop News segment on July 28, 2026.
The event gathered attention as part of Hollywood’s film premieres.
The article included a live segment for viewers with various news updates.
The premiere is connected to the popular Spider-Man franchise.
The coverage was brief and focused on popular culture news.
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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) warns that online scam centers are a fast-growing way criminals traffic people, especially in Southeast Asia. These centers trick people with fake job offers, force them to work under harsh conditions, and cause huge financial losses around the world.
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Online scam centers employ up to 300,000 workers in countries like Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos.
Victims come from over 80 countries and are often recruited through fake job ads on social media.
Many victims have their passports taken away and face physical and psychological abuse.
These scams caused estimated global losses of $88 billion to $114 billion in one year.
The IOM has helped more than 3,500 survivors from 33 countries, many deeply traumatized and in debt.
Survivors are sometimes wrongly treated as criminals instead of victims.
The IOM urges stronger international cooperation to stop traffickers and to protect and support victims.
Efforts include raising public awareness so people can recognize and avoid these scams.
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President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as conflicts involving Ukraine and Iran escalate around the Caspian Sea. This large inland body of water, key for global trade, is becoming a new hotspot where tensions from two separate wars are merging, raising concerns for regional stability and international commerce.
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The Caspian Sea is the world’s largest lake, located between Asia and Europe, bordered by Russia, Iran, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.
Ukraine has conducted strikes on Russian oil rigs and commercial vessels in the Caspian Sea since December.
Iran reported its cargo ship was hit in the Caspian Sea, resulting in a sailor's death.
Israel targeted Iran’s naval presence in the Caspian Sea in March as part of a joint U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran.
Both Russia and Iran have promised to retaliate against recent attacks in the Caspian Sea.
The Caspian Sea region is critical for two major trade routes: the International North-South Transit Corridor linking India, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Russia, and the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route connecting China, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Turkey to Europe.
Conflict in the Caspian threatens these important trade routes and could increase global instability.
Analysts note that Ukraine’s attacks may aim to expand its war effort and draw more Western support.
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President Donald Trump postponed large military attacks on Iran after meeting advisers. The U.S. has several difficult options in dealing with Iran, including more air strikes, a ground invasion, or using nuclear weapons, all of which carry serious risks. The most hopeful approach may be to claim progress and seek negotiations with Iran.
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President Trump delayed major attacks on Iran following adviser meetings.
About 70% of Americans oppose a war with Iran, influencing political decisions.
Iran still has strong drone and missile strike capabilities despite U.S. claims.
The U.S. has moved aircraft and missile defense units to the region, including two Marine Expeditionary Units and airborne troops.
The U.S. and Gulf allies may have run low on defensive and Tomahawk missiles.
Expanding air strikes risks hitting civilian infrastructure, causing humanitarian and economic harm.
A ground invasion would require many more troops than currently deployed and risks high casualties.
Using nuclear weapons would cause massive destruction and global political fallout, including affecting Russia's stance on nuclear weapons.
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