President Donald Trump visited Dublin, Ireland, for talks with Irish leaders and to watch the Irish Open golf tournament at his golf club in Doonbeg. During his visit, he met with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Prime Minister Micheál Martin and spoke to U.S. and Irish business leaders.
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President Trump arrived in Dublin for a weekend visit focused on meetings and the Irish Open golf event.
He held talks with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Prime Minister Micheál Martin.
Trump gave a speech to U.S. and Irish business leaders at the U.S. ambassador’s residence in Dublin.
After meetings, he traveled to his golf club in Doonbeg on the west coast of Ireland to watch the Irish Open.
Police created security zones around key locations, including Phoenix Park and government residences.
Some local residents and groups protested his visit due to his political views and actions.
Trump regularly attends golf events at his properties and has hosted professional tournaments at his clubs in the U.S. and Europe.
The Irish Open is the second European golf event held at a Trump-owned property this year, following one in Scotland.
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President Donald Trump arrived in Dublin for a two-day visit to Ireland. During his trip, he will meet with Irish leaders, attend business meetings, and play golf at his Doonbeg golf resort.
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President Trump landed in Dublin on Air Force One, a Boeing plane gifted to him by the Qatari royal family.
The plane, worth $400 million, had previously raised security concerns after a reported threat during a trip to Turkey.
In Dublin, Trump was greeted by the tánaiste (deputy prime minister), Simon Harris.
He will meet Irish president Catherine Connolly, known for her criticism of Trump, and later the taoiseach (prime minister) Micheál Martin.
Trump will also meet American and Irish business leaders at the U.S. ambassador’s residence.
The visit coincides with the Irish Open golf tournament, held at Trump’s Doonbeg golf course.
Some Dublin residents expressed frustration that Trump is playing golf while global issues continue.
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Naomi Klein’s new book, *End Times Fascism*, describes how extreme wealth and power are concentrated in the hands of a few rich people who are shaping a future that favors only themselves. She discusses events like a planned wealthy "paradise city" and private efforts to control regions like Gaza, linking these to global trends of rising authoritarianism and social division.
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*End Times Fascism* is co-written by Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor.
The book opens with a scene at Davos in 2026, where Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff talk about a gated wealthy city called New Gaza.
The World Economic Forum in Davos serves as a meeting place for very rich people to discuss poverty, climate, and their own plans.
President Trump announced a Board of Peace for Gaza reconstruction that has done little after seven months.
Klein warns about the effects of extreme wealth concentrating power, leading to a loss of accountability and growing boldness among elites.
The book compares rising authoritarian trends worldwide, including in Argentina, Russia, Hungary, Italy, Brazil, and India.
This new form of fascism is linked to the desire for apocalypse driven by climate change and financial crises, aiming for a post-democratic world where only the rich survive.
Klein originally published an article on these topics in The Guardian before expanding it into the book.
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After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced they would return to Britain, the website for Meghan’s business, As Ever, saw a large increase in visitors. The site had been losing traffic for several months, but the announcement led to the biggest weekly visits since January.
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Meghan Markle’s As Ever sells products like honey, jams, tea, and wine online.
The couple’s return to Britain was announced on August 19, 2026, causing web visits to rise sharply.
Between August 22 and 28, 71,000 people visited the As Ever website, the highest weekly number this year.
Total visits in August were 182,707, up from 126,655 in July.
Most visitors to the site are from the United States, where the company currently ships products.
Web traffic had been steadily declining from 268,200 visits in January to just over 126,000 in July.
Harry and Meghan are relocating to a private home in the Cotswolds, with their children attending school in Britain.
There is uncertainty about the couple’s future security arrangements and their relationship with the British royal family.
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London councils have taken away over 3,000 dockless electric bikes (ebikes) this year because they were left blocking sidewalks and roads. The number of ebikes seized is rising, leading to calls for better rules and more parking spaces to manage the growing use of dockless bikes in the city.
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London boroughs have seized 3,393 dockless ebikes in 2026, 23% more than in all of 2025.
Lime, a bike rental company from California, had over 2,000 of its bikes seized this year.
Other companies with seized bikes include Forest (978) and Voi (103).
About 10% of 1.5 million daily bike trips in London use dockless ebikes.
People with disabilities and elderly individuals report accidents and difficulties due to abandoned bikes on pavements.
Some London councils do not have uniform rules for managing dockless ebikes, making it hard to plan properly.
New laws give Transport for London the power to create city-wide rules for licensing and parking dockless ebikes.
Councils and bike companies disagree over responsibility for placing more bike parking areas to reduce pavement clutter.
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The United Nations warns that Ukraine is facing its hardest winter since Russia's invasion began, due to damage to its power and water systems from Russian attacks. The UN official said urgent repairs to the energy network are needed to prevent a severe humanitarian crisis as temperatures fall.
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Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has been repeatedly hit by Russian attacks, affecting power and water supply.
The UN official Alexander De Croo called the coming winter the "toughest" since the war began.
Temperatures in Ukraine can drop to minus 20 degrees Celsius during winter.
Damage to heating and water systems risks causing serious human suffering.
Both Russia and Ukraine deny deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure.
Russia has started using faster drones that are harder to stop in attacks on Ukrainian cities including Kyiv.
Recent Russian drone strikes have killed civilians and damaged shopping malls and petrol stations.
The UN Development Programme is working to help repair Ukraine’s infrastructure before winter.
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Saudi Arabia temporarily shut down a key oil pipeline after drone attacks launched from Iraq caused damage and injuries. The pipeline runs from the east part of Saudi Arabia to the Red Sea and is important for oil exports, especially as the Strait of Hormuz is blocked. Iraq’s government confirmed the attacks came from its territory and condemned them, while Saudi Arabia chose not to respond militarily for now.
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Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline links Abqaiq (near the Persian Gulf) to Yanbu on the Red Sea.
The pipeline closure happened because several drones from Iraq attacked the pipeline in Saudi regions near Riyadh and Medina.
The attacks caused injuries and damage, forcing a temporary shutdown of the pipeline.
Satellite images showed black smoke near Medina along the pipeline route after the attacks.
Iraq’s Prime Minister dismissed a provincial commander over the attacks and condemned them publicly.
Saudi Arabia decided not to retaliate yet and supports Iraq’s efforts to stop attacks from Iraqi soil.
The attack was condemned by Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar, and the Gulf Cooperation Council as a serious escalation.
Houthi forces in Yemen have recently gained control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a critical shipping lane, and declared a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia.
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Sweden is holding a very close election that could result in the far-right Sweden Democrats (SD) joining the government for the first time. The current center-right prime minister, Ulf Kristersson, may offer minister positions to the SD if re-elected, while the opposition led by Magdalena Andersson is narrowly ahead in polls.
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Sweden’s election is extremely close, with the center-left and center-right blocs nearly tied.
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson previously made a deal with the far-right Sweden Democrats (SD) to form a government in 2022.
The SD has influence over policies on crime and immigration and wants stricter laws to reduce immigration and revoke permanent residency permits.
If the right-wing factors form a majority, the SD could enter the government with minister posts.
The SD aims to change laws related to ethnic group protections and promote nationalism with slogans like “make Sweden Sweden again.”
Experts warn that SD’s rise may harm Sweden’s reputation for human rights protection.
The Social Democrats have shifted some policies to the right on crime and immigration to attract voters.
Smaller parties’ results may be important due to the tight race and high early voting turnout.
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A new British anti-migrant group called Patriot Platform held a large, organized protest in Dover, wearing black outfits and face coverings. They blocked the town’s port, chanted religious and anti-immigration slogans, and used social media to spread their message and raise funds. Politicians and anti-racist groups expressed concern about the group’s militaristic style and potential threat.
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The protest took place early on a Saturday in Dover, England.
Protesters wore black paramilitary clothing, balaclavas, and some wore silver crosses.
They chanted phrases like “Stop the boats” and “Christ is king.”
The group’s leader is Daniel Thomas, also known as Danny Tommo.
The movement uses social media and livestreaming to promote itself and get funding.
Some politicians criticized the protest, especially the use of face coverings.
The government may use new powers to ban face coverings at protests in the future.
Anti-racist groups warn the group could be dangerous if they continue targeting asylum seekers.
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An artist named Rebecca Howard created paintings of several rewilding sites across England, showing the natural beauty found when land is left to grow wild. Her artwork highlights landscapes with dead trees, beaver pools, fungi, and new wetlands that are important for wildlife and biodiversity.
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Rebecca Howard spent two years visiting rewilding projects in England before painting nine large canvases.
Rewilding means allowing nature to grow with little human control, often resulting in dead trees, mud, and wild plants.
Her exhibition opens at the Knepp estate in West Sussex on September 12.
Sites include famous rewilding projects like Knepp and land restored by Derek Gow, as well as less-known urban and rural areas.
These areas show how abandoned or less-managed land can support more wildlife, such as beavers, storks, and water voles.
Howard found beauty in features usually seen as untidy, like felled trees and standing deadwood, which provide habitats for insects.
Landowners cooperating with rewilding aim to increase biodiversity and have welcomed Howard’s visits.
The artist wants her exhibition to inspire people to appreciate and help protect nature during climate and biodiversity challenges.
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A ferry caught fire near Coron, Palawan in the Philippines, killing at least 35 people, with the death toll expected to rise. Rescue teams continue to recover bodies and search for the missing passengers.
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The fire on the M/V June Aster started in the cargo hold and spread very quickly.
The ferry ran aground near the popular tourist town of Coron after the fire.
At least 35 people are confirmed dead; officials expect the number to increase.
Thirty passengers and 13 crew members have been rescued so far.
Fifty-four people remain missing and unaccounted for after the incident.
The ferry was carrying 134 people, but two did not board.
The Philippine coast guard is handling the recovery and investigation.
The ferry owner, Atienza Interisland Ferries Inc, is cooperating with authorities.
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Saudi Arabia closed a major oil pipeline after drones launched from Iraq hit it. Iraq has started an investigation and removed a local military commander connected to the attack, while Saudi Arabia has not retaliated but said it may act to protect its security.
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The attacked pipeline, called the East-West pipeline, is 1,200 km long and allows Saudi Arabia to avoid shipping oil through the Strait of Hormuz.
The pipeline carries 4% to 5% of the world's oil supply.
Saudi Arabia shut the pipeline as a precaution after the drone attack caused damage and some injuries.
Iraq confirmed the drones were launched from Maysan province near Iran and removed a military commander there.
Saudi Arabia said it supports Iraq’s efforts to stop attacks from its territory.
The Gulf Cooperation Council, a group of Gulf countries, condemned the attack as a serious threat and violation of international law.
Houthi rebels in Yemen have recently gained control of key coastline and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, important for global shipping.
Oil prices rose above $100 a barrel following these events and ongoing regional conflict.
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A teenager in Sydney was charged with murder after police said he operated a drone linked to a mistaken identity shooting that killed Joshua Macdonald. Police believe the killing was a failed gang hit and have arrested two young men connected to the case.
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Joshua Macdonald, 40, was shot dead on 2 September in Merrylands West, Sydney.
Police suspect his killing resulted from mistaken identity and he had no criminal links.
The shooting came a day after another mistaken identity killing in Sydney that killed a university student.
NSW police arrested two men, aged 18 and 19, related to the incident.
The 18-year-old was charged with murder and involvement in a criminal group and was found to be operating a drone during arrest.
The 19-year-old was charged with group participation, contributing to crime, and driving with a suspended license and was granted bail.
Police seized and examined a drone that they believe was used to help in the shooting.
Authorities are concerned about a new pattern of criminal gangs using teenagers for violent acts and say they are working to control the situation.
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Nearly 50,000 people have fled fighting in western Yemen as Houthi forces captured towns along the Red Sea coast. Civilians face shortages of food, water, and shelter amid ongoing conflict linked to control over an important global shipping route.
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Around 46,000 people were displaced in the Taiz and Hodeidah areas due to a fast Houthi military advance.
The Houthis are backed by Iran and fighting forces supported by the US and Saudi Arabia.
Many villages emptied and residents fled with few belongings because of sudden violence.
Key roads are cut and communication lines are down in some conflict areas.
The strategic port city of Mocha fell to the Houthis, disrupting civilian infrastructure.
Aid groups report urgent needs for shelter, food, cash help, water, healthcare, and protection.
The conflict threatens to worsen a long-running war that has killed 150,000 and caused massive hunger.
Control of this area impacts the Bab al-Mandab strait, a vital global shipping and energy route connecting Asia with Europe and Africa.
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In Saxony-Anhalt, a state in eastern Germany, the far-right party Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) won nearly 44% of the vote, nearly gaining an absolute majority. This result challenges Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s center-right government and raises concerns about the rise of extremist parties in Germany and Europe.
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The AfD is a far-right party with roots in euroscepticism and grew stronger after the 2015-2016 refugee crisis.
In the recent election, the AfD gained almost 44% of votes in Saxony-Anhalt, just short of an absolute majority.
Ulrich Siegmund led the AfD campaign and is trying to form a right-wing government in the state.
Friedrich Merz, Germany’s conservative chancellor, faces political pressure after this election loss.
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU), Merz’s party, expects further losses in upcoming state elections.
Angela Merkel, former chancellor and CDU member, criticized Merz’s hardline rhetoric and urged him to improve communication with voters.
The election outcome is seen as a potential turning point for German democracy and may affect other European countries facing elections.
Experts say Merz struggles to explain difficult reforms like pension and healthcare cuts to the public.
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CBS News has created a special program called "9/11: We Remember" to mark 25 years since the terror attacks on September 11, 2001. The program shares stories about people who survived, lost loved ones, and showed strength during that time.
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The program was made by CBS News.
It marks 25 years since the 9/11 attacks.
The attacks happened on September 11, 2001.
The program tells stories of survival.
It also shares stories of loss.
The program highlights resilience, meaning people’s strength to recover.
It is available to watch on the CBS News app and website.
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A ferry in the Philippines caught fire near Coron, and the death toll has risen to 35. More than 130 people were on the ferry, with dozens still missing and rescue efforts continuing.
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The ferry, MV June Aster, caught fire on Wednesday near the tourist area of Coron.
There were 117 passengers and 17 crew members on board.
So far, 35 people have been confirmed dead, and over 50 remain missing.
Forty-three people were rescued, many of whom are receiving hospital treatment.
Rescue teams could not board the ferry until two days after the fire due to heat and toxic fumes.
The fire likely started in the cargo hold, according to survivor interviews.
The ferry was built in 2002 and had valid safety certificates as of March.
Investigations are ongoing into the cause of the fire, including cargo loading and crew response.
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North Korea fired ballistic missiles into the sea after the U.S., South Korea, and Japan finished a joint military exercise. This drill was held in response to threats from North Korea regarding its nuclear weapons.
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North Korea launched ballistic missiles on Saturday.
The missiles were fired from Wonsan on North Korea’s east coast.
The launch happened one day after a military drill with the U.S., South Korea, and Japan.
The drill was done to respond to North Korea’s nuclear threats.
South Korea’s military is closely watching the situation.
The missiles were sent toward the sea, not toward another country.
The military exercise involved three countries working together.
North Korea condemned the military drill, seeing it as a threat.
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Newly released U.S. intelligence documents show warnings about possible attacks by Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda years before the September 11, 2001 attacks. The documents reveal concerns about hijacked planes carrying explosives being flown into U.S. cities and other potential terrorist threats.
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In September 1998, intelligence warned that bin Laden preferred to attack Washington, D.C., possibly using a plane loaded with explosives.
The CIA released 71 President’s Daily Briefs related to bin Laden and al-Qaeda before 9/11.
In 1998, officials noted bin Laden’s interest in chemical and biological attacks.
By December 1998, intelligence mentioned al-Qaeda operatives training to hijack planes and evading airport security trials.
Documents describe bin Laden seeking materials for “dirty bombs” and experimenting with explosives to increase their power.
Briefings in early 2001 focused on bin Laden’s attempts to make and use biological agents.
Just before 9/11, reports indicated bin Laden planned attacks in the U.S., with about 70 FBI investigations underway.
The documents do not show that officials knew the exact 9/11 plan but confirm threats and suspicious activities consistent with hijacking preparation.
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Police in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, seized 36 illegal electric bikes (ebikes) on Sydney’s northern beaches a few weeks after new laws allowed them to destroy dangerous bikes. The seized ebikes were capable of going faster than the legal limit, and owners have 14 days to prove their bikes were stolen before the bikes are destroyed.
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NSW police seized 36 illegal ebikes on Sydney’s northern beaches due to unsafe modifications that allow high speeds.
One seized ebike belonged to a 14-year-old and could reach speeds over 90 km/h.
Police were granted new legal powers in August 2024 to destroy ebikes exceeding speed limits or not complying with power restrictions.
Owners have 14 days to report if their seized bike was stolen; otherwise, the bike will be crushed.
Portable testing machines, called dyno units, are used to measure an ebike's speed and power quickly.
NSW recorded 226 ebike-related injuries in 2024 and 233 injuries plus 4 deaths in the first seven months of 2025.
Police issued fines and warnings for various road rule violations during the operation, including helmet use and mobile phone usage.
Federal health minister Mark Butler called for stronger measures against illegal ebikes and supported police actions to remove unsafe bikes from the streets.
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