A man has been charged after a nine-year-old girl died during a family camping trip in Scotland. The girl was found seriously injured near Arbroath and later died in hospital. Police are treating the death as suspicious and say they are not looking for anyone else.
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The girl, from West Yorkshire, was found injured just after midnight at an industrial estate in Arbroath, Scotland.
She was taken to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee but later died.
A 35-year-old man known to the girl has been charged and will appear in Dundee sheriff court.
Three other family members were also taken to hospital; the man was taken separately by police.
Police Scotland described the man as white British in response to online speculation.
Police are continuing their investigation and asked the public to share any information.
The girl and her family had been camping in the area with a small tent.
West Yorkshire police are assisting Police Scotland with the investigation.
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British Prime Minister Andy Burnham invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to visit a naval base. This move shows that the UK wants to act more independently in Europe and rely less on the United States.
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Andy Burnham is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
He hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at a naval base.
This visit signals a change in how the UK handles its European relationships.
The UK aims to have more independence in Europe.
The UK wants to rely less on the United States for support.
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Lebanon and Israel are holding talks in Rome, brokered by the United States, to discuss Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon and security arrangements. The two sides remain divided over the issue of disarming Hezbollah, making further Israeli withdrawals unlikely at this time.
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The talks are the second day of the second round in Rome and the seventh overall, following previous talks in Washington.
Lebanon and Israel aim to maintain a fragile ceasefire and build on a framework agreement signed in June.
Lebanon wants the Lebanese army to secure strategic areas like Ali Taher Hill and prevent Hezbollah’s weapons there.
Israel demands disarmament of Hezbollah as part of the security arrangements but stepped back from linking this directly to border talks for the first time.
The talks include discussions on appointing a third party, possibly Italy, to verify Israeli withdrawal and oversee Lebanese army control.
Lebanon requests Israel stop demolitions and bombings in the south, including near Beaufort Castle.
Hezbollah is not part of the talks, will pull back south of the Litani River but will not disarm in the north.
Locals in southern Lebanon have mixed views, with some distrusting Hezbollah and Israel, while others hope for peace amid economic troubles.
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A Mexican social media influencer named César Gastélum was shot and killed while livestreaming on TikTok outside a fast food restaurant in Culiacán. Two men on a motorbike approached and shot him before fleeing the scene. Police are investigating but no arrests have been made yet.
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César Gastélum had over 500,000 followers on TikTok and mainly posted comedy videos.
He was livestreaming with friends wearing bright orange delivery driver outfits when he was shot at close range.
Police initially thought he was a delivery driver due to his clothing but identified him later.
The shooters escaped on a motorbike and police are examining evidence including cartridge casings and CCTV footage.
It is unclear if César Gastélum had received any threats before he was killed.
This is not the first killing of an influencer in Mexico; a similar fatal shooting occurred last year during a TikTok livestream.
Violence in Culiacán, capital of Sinaloa state, has increased due to conflict between two factions of the Sinaloa cartel.
Another influencer linked to cartel violence in the region was killed in December 2024, possibly related to gang rivalries.
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Norah O'Donnell talks with her fitness trainer Kira Stokes about the importance of exercise, especially lifting weights, as people lose muscle mass with age. They discuss how exercise helps mental health and offer advice on getting started and using weighted vests.
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Norah O'Donnell and Kira Stokes have exercised together for 12 years.
Norah initially resisted lifting heavier weights but now understands its benefits.
People can lose up to 8% of their muscle mass every 10 years after age 30.
Exercise supports both physical strength and mental well-being.
Weighted vests are a topic they discuss as a workout tool.
Norah shares her favorite and least favorite exercises.
Viewers can suggest health topics by texting Norah.
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Andy Burnham shared that his wife was surprised when he decided to run again for Labour party leader after losing twice before. He said her honest and direct feedback helped him improve as a politician, and he emphasized the need for bold changes in politics, especially on social care.
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Andy Burnham has run for Labour leader three times, losing in 2010 and 2015.
His wife, Marie-France van Heel, was initially worried about his decision to run again.
She gives him straightforward advice, which he values for improving his political skills.
Burnham believes his experiences have made him a stronger politician.
Recently, he promised to work with other parties to fix problems in social care.
He criticized politicians for avoiding difficult issues like social care reform.
Burnham called for radical political ideas to address current challenges in Britain.
He mentioned that past economic approaches have hurt many areas, especially old industrial towns.
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Search teams recovered the bodies of famous climber Nirmal Purja and three others from Broad Peak in Pakistan after an avalanche. The total number of bodies found reached seven nearly a week after the disaster involving 10 climbers from different countries.
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Nirmal Purja, a well-known British-Nepali mountaineer, died in an avalanche on Broad Peak.
The bodies of Purja, Zhong Wang (China), Nima Sherpa, and Kilu Sherpa (both from Nepal) were recovered on Wednesday.
Three other bodies had been recovered earlier on August 1.
The search and rescue operation involved military helicopters and was described as very difficult.
The climbers came from Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, China, Britain, and the U.S.
Families and supporters held a candlelight vigil in Kathmandu to honor the deceased.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister expressed condolences and said Pakistan is cooperating with foreign embassies for the operation.
Mountaineering accidents are frequent in northern Pakistan due to natural hazards like avalanches and falling rocks.
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Extreme heat can make it harder for airplanes to take off safely because hot air is thinner, which reduces lift and engine power. Airlines sometimes have to reduce the plane’s weight by limiting passengers, cargo, or fuel to ensure a safe departure, especially at airports in hot or high-altitude locations. Climate change may increase these flight disruptions.
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Hot weather causes air to become thinner, making it harder for planes to lift off and engines to work well.
Airlines may ask passengers to give up seats or remove cargo to lower the plane’s weight in hot conditions.
Airports in desert climates, like Las Vegas, often face these issues; Las Vegas reached 114°F (47°C) on July 24, 2023.
High-altitude airports, such as Denver or Mexico City, experience similar challenges because air is naturally thinner at higher elevations.
Shorter runways also make takeoff harder in hot weather, as planes need more distance to reach lift-off speed.
Flight safety checks include calculating the plane’s weight, airport elevation, and outside temperature before takeoff.
Experts compare the effect of thin hot air on airplanes to athletes who tire faster at high altitudes.
Scientists warn that climate change could cause more frequent heat waves, leading to more flight delays and restrictions.
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A Russian drone hit a street vendor in Kherson, Ukraine, during a series of missile and drone attacks that killed at least 17 people. Ukrainian officials say these attacks, which also target civilians using small drones, are part of a deliberate effort by Russia.
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At least 17 people were killed in recent missile and drone attacks by Russia in Ukraine.
The attacks happened overnight and are part of frequent strikes this summer.
Ukraine was unable to shoot down any Russian missiles during these attacks.
Russian drones are targeting civilians, according to Ukrainian authorities.
A street vendor in Kherson was hit directly by a Russian drone.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attacks as deliberate targeting of civilians.
These events occur amid ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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Large wildfires near Spokane, Washington, have burned over 10,000 acres and destroyed more than 700 buildings, forcing about 65,000 people to evacuate. Firefighters are working to control the fires, while emergency shelters support those displaced. A man has been arrested on suspicion of starting one of the wildfires.
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The Spokane Complex fires include the Old Trails, Fairview, and Autumn Lane fires.
More than 700 structures, including many homes, have been destroyed.
Around 65,000 residents are under evacuation orders, with some areas ordered to "Go Now."
A 37-year-old man, Aaron F. Farinacci, was arrested and charged with first-degree arson.
The fires have burned approximately 10,437 acres near Spokane, Washington’s second-largest city.
High winds (40-50 mph), hot weather, and very dry conditions helped the fires spread fast.
Thousands of firefighters, including state and federal teams, are fighting the fires.
Smoke from the fires has caused air quality warnings in the region.
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A popular Mexican influencer named Cesar Gastelum was shot and killed while live streaming outside a restaurant in Sinaloa, a region known for drug cartel violence. The attack happened in a busy area in the state capital, and local police confirmed his death.
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Cesar Gastelum had over 600,000 followers on TikTok and was streaming live with friends when he was shot.
The shooter fired from a motorcycle and the livestream video showed the attack.
The killing occurred in Culiacan, near the Sinaloa prosecutor’s office, an area affected by cartel violence.
Police and soldiers arrived at the scene and forensic experts collected evidence.
Several other influencers in Sinaloa have been killed in recent years, some connected to gangs.
A previous high-profile case was the killing of influencer Valeria Marquez during a TikTok livestream.
Violence against influencers linked to drug gangs is a growing problem in Mexico and other Latin American countries.
Authorities arrested a suspect linked to Marquez’s murder and a former mayor’s killing.
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Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa, is facing a crisis as hundreds of unaccompanied migrant children remain there after a large number of migrants crossed from Morocco last week. Local leaders say their shelters are overwhelmed and are asking the Spanish government for help.
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Around 72,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco recently; about 70,000 have returned.
Approximately 2,500 migrants remain, including hundreds of children traveling alone.
Ceuta’s facilities can support only 90 children but are currently caring for 1,100.
The crowded conditions have caused problems with food, water, shelter, and sanitation.
Ceuta’s leader called the situation “unsustainable” and warned of risks to public order.
The Spanish government has provided 25 million euros to help with the emergency.
Some regional governments may resist accepting relocated children under current laws.
Ceuta officials had warned the national government about rising migrant numbers before the crisis escalated.
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A Russian attack on Kyiv and nearby areas killed at least 17 people, including eight at a railway station. Ukraine intercepted most drones but could not stop any Russian missiles due to a shortage of U.S.-supplied missile interceptors.
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The attack targeted Kyiv and its region.
At least 17 people died in the attack.
Eight of the victims were killed at a railway station.
Ukraine intercepted most Russian drones during the attack.
Ukraine failed to stop any Russian missiles.
The failure is linked to a shortage of U.S.-made ballistic missile interceptors.
The attacks caused significant damage and alarm in the Ukrainian capital.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is mentioned in relation to the conflict.
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A large piece of a SpaceX rocket, weighing about four tonnes, is believed to have crashed on the Moon on August 5. This collision is expected to create a new crater on the lunar surface but does not pose any risk to Earth.
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The object is part of the upper stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
The crash likely happened at around 06:35 GMT on August 5, 2026.
There is no official confirmation yet that the rocket part hit the Moon.
The impact will leave a new crater on the Moon’s surface.
The rocket piece’s crash poses no danger to people or the planet Earth.
SpaceX is a private aerospace company that builds and launches rockets.
Upper stages are parts of rockets used to deliver payloads into higher orbits or to other celestial bodies.
The event was tracked and reported using video evidence and space observation.
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President Donald Trump said progress has been made in talks about reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway, and an announcement could happen soon. Iran and Oman are discussing a plan to manage the traffic through the strait with shared control and fees, while U.S. officials express concerns about Iran's involvement.
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President Trump indicated a deal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz might be announced as early as Wednesday or Thursday.
Iran and Oman are negotiating how to reopen and manage traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, including dividing control of inbound and outbound ship movements.
The plan includes charging service fees for security and environmental protection, with fees shared between Iran and Oman.
The U.S. has used nearly all of its long-range precision missiles in the conflict with Iran, though Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has downplayed supply worries.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have attacked Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, continuing their blockade of Saudi Arabia.
The Trump administration opposes any deal allowing Iran control or fees over the international waterway.
The southern route through the Strait of Hormuz remains open for commercial ships without restrictions.
President Trump warned that if Iran charges fees, the U.S. might impose its own charges in response.
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A Peruvian cardinal praised a $150 million settlement for over 1,300 people who were poisoned as children by a smelter owned by a U.S. company. The settlement ends a nearly 20-year legal fight against Doe Run, a subsidiary of Renco Group, over toxic pollution in the Peruvian town of La Oroya.
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Cardinal Pedro Barreto led the campaign against Doe Run for poisoning people in La Oroya, Peru.
Doe Run Company, owned by U.S. billionaire Ira Rennert’s Renco Group, agreed to pay $150 million.
The settlement covers 1,373 Peruvians harmed by lead and other toxic emissions as children.
The lawsuit began in 2007 and was based in St. Louis, Missouri.
Researchers found very high blood lead levels in children from La Oroya, linked to the smelter pollution.
Doe Run did not admit to any wrongdoing in the settlement agreement.
The town of La Oroya was once named one of the world’s most polluted places by an environmental group.
The settlement is seen as a rare case of an American company being held responsible for harm caused in another country.
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Israeli forces increased their military actions in the West Bank by conducting a new raid on a refugee camp. Journalists reported that people in these camps are facing more limits on movement and rising violence.
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Israeli military carried out a raid in a West Bank refugee camp.
The West Bank is an area occupied by Israel.
Refugee camps in the West Bank are populated by Palestinians displaced from other areas.
Journalists have observed more restrictions on people’s movements in the camps.
Reports indicate that violence in the refugee camps has increased due to these operations.
The new raid has caused worry among the residents of the camps.
The West Bank has been a frequent location of conflict between Israelis and Palestinians.
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A 13-year-old boy went missing while swimming off the coast of Hornsea, East Yorkshire. A body was found during a large search operation, but it has not yet been formally identified.
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The incident happened at South Promenade, Hornsea, around 6:00 pm on Tuesday.
The boy was reported in trouble while swimming in the sea.
Emergency services involved included HM Coastguard, Yorkshire Ambulance Service, Humberside Fire and Rescue, Hornsea Inshore Rescue, and the RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution).
The search lasted through the night and a body was found at about 4:30 am on Wednesday.
The body has not yet been formally identified by the police.
The boy’s family has been informed and is receiving support from officers.
Police asked the public to respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.
The community has shown support and cooperation with the emergency services during the search.
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A record-breaking heat wave is affecting Japan, South Korea, and North Korea, causing serious health problems for people and animals. Temperatures have reached historic highs, leading to heat illnesses, deaths, and disruptions in daily life.
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Temperatures in Seoul and nearby areas have reached up to 39°C (102.2°F).
South Korea has reported 19 heat-related deaths and over 2,200 heat illness cases since May.
More than 17,000 farm animals and 160,000 fish have died due to the heat.
Yangsan, South Korea, recorded 42.5°C (108.5°F), the highest temperature since 1904.
Japan’s disaster agency reported over 18,000 people hospitalized with heat stroke symptoms in one week.
North Korea issued heat warnings and advised people to eat protein-rich foods like dog meat and fish porridge to cope with the heat.
A baseball game in South Korea was stopped after spectators fainted; all games for two days were canceled.
South Korean officials are treating the heat wave as a national disaster to prioritize safety.
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The Fuego Volcano in Guatemala erupted, causing ash, gas, and lava to spread over nearby areas. Authorities issued a red alert, the highest danger level, and many people had to leave their homes for safety.
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The eruption happened at the Fuego Volcano, about 35 kilometers from Guatemala City.
A red alert was declared for the nearby regions of Sacatepéquez, Chimaltenango, and Escuintla.
Around 1.6 million people live in the areas affected by the eruption.
The volcano released ash, gas, and lava, which created dangerous conditions for residents.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to protect the population and manage evacuations.
The red alert signals the most severe level of danger from volcanic activity.
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