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Three women were injured in a knife attack near Porte de Clichy in Paris. Two of the women were seriously hurt. Bystanders and an off-duty police officer stopped the attacker, but the reason for the attack is not known.
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The attack happened near Porte de Clichy, a location in Paris.
Three women were stabbed during the incident.
Two of the injured women had serious wounds.
Bystanders helped to restrain the suspect.
An off-duty police officer also helped stop the attacker.
The attacker’s motive has not been determined.
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The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres criticized Israel’s plans to expand settlements in the occupied West Bank, calling them illegal under international law. The UN sees these settlements as a major barrier to peace between Israelis and Palestinians amid rising violence in the area.
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Israeli settlements in the West Bank are illegal and violate international law.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to legalize existing outposts and create new settlements.
A 2024 International Court of Justice advisory opinion confirmed that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian land is unlawful.
Violence in the West Bank has increased, with at least eight Palestinians and two Israelis killed in recent days.
Since the start of 2026, Israeli forces or settlers have killed 77 Palestinians, including 18 children.
The UN reported over 1,330 settler-related incidents causing harm or property damage this year.
Israeli military actions have restricted Palestinian movement, limiting access to medical help and jobs.
UN officials warned that violence is rising in both the West Bank and Gaza, causing more displacement and civilian deaths.
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President Donald Trump said the U.S. and Iran are having friendly talks during a temporary pause in attacks. He expressed hope for peace but warned that strikes would resume if negotiations fail. Iran denies direct talks are happening.
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The U.S. and Iran have not exchanged strikes for three days during a break in fighting.
President Trump paused U.S. attacks on Iran at the request of mediators.
Iran has also stopped its attacks during this pause.
The fighting restarted after Iranian attacks on tankers in July, breaking a June ceasefire.
U.S. strikes aim to reduce Iran's threat to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, an important oil route.
Oil prices dropped over 9% amid hopes for conflict de-escalation.
President Trump said the U.S. has plenty of ammunition and missile systems like the Patriot.
The White House confirmed the military has enough weapons to meet strategic goals and urges more production.
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Large wildfires have burned more than one million acres in Oregon, USA, forcing many people to evacuate and closing major roads. In British Columbia, Canada, thousands of new fires started after recent lightning storms, making this one of the worst wildfire seasons recorded.
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Dozens of wildfires affected Oregon, burning over 1 million acres.
Thousands of people in Oregon are under evacuation orders.
Fires have destroyed homes and led to major highway closures in Oregon.
In British Columbia, lightning storms caused thousands of new wildfires.
Canada is experiencing one of its worst wildfire seasons ever.
British Columbia and Oregon are both part of western North America.
The wildfires have significant impacts on local communities and transportation.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney commented on the severity of the wildfire season.
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Mannywellz is a Nigerian-American singer and producer who blends Afrobeats, R&B, soul, and prayer in his music. His recent EP, Small Chops, is a short project inspired by the Nigerian appetizer of the same name, designed to give listeners a meaningful musical experience in a brief format.
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Mannywellz was born in Nigeria and grew up in Maryland, USA.
His music combines elements of Nigerian culture, American R&B, and soul.
He has released an EP called Small Chops, which has seven tracks and lasts less than 15 minutes.
The EP features collaborations with Lekan and Wale, another Nigerian-American artist.
Mannywellz wrote and produced the entire project himself.
The EP’s title refers to a Nigerian appetizer platter, and the project aims to be a “filling appetizer” musically.
He carefully controls the theme and style of the music, even with guest artists involved.
Mannywellz balances spiritual inspiration and technical practice in his creative process.
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The United States and Iran have paused hostilities for a third day, with mediators from Qatar and Pakistan working to restart talks. President Donald Trump confirmed ongoing discussions with Iran, while Iranian officials said no direct negotiations have yet begun.
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The US and Iran have halted attacks for three days amid efforts to resume diplomacy.
Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan are helping both sides communicate.
President Trump said Iran requested a meeting and talks are happening.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry denies direct peace talks have started.
The conflict escalated after Iran fired at ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
US strikes targeted Iranian coastal sites before the pause.
Iran and Iran-backed groups attacked US bases in the region, killing some US service members.
A previous agreement aimed to stop fighting but interpretations differ, especially about shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran wants mandatory tolls for ships passing through the strait; Oman has proposed voluntary fees.
The US military has taken actions to secure ships passing through the area during the tensions.
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President Donald Trump said he has a lot of patience and plenty of time to reach a deal with Iran. The United States has paused military strikes after nearly two weeks of attacks, and Iran wants to negotiate.
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President Trump stated he is willing to wait patiently to make a deal with Iran.
The U.S. recently paused strikes against Iran after about two weeks of attacks.
Iran has expressed interest in negotiating with the U.S.
The situation involves ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
The pause in strikes suggests a possible opening for diplomatic talks.
The report comes from CBS News White House correspondent Aaron Navarro.
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A wildfire broke out in Cyprus after National Guard engineers detonated old ammunition during hot weather, which is against safety rules. Cyprus’ Defense Minister has ordered an investigation to understand why the explosion happened despite the fire risk, and the fire was eventually controlled without property damage.
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The fire started near the villages of Psevdas and Kalo Chorio in the Larnaca district of Cyprus.
Engineers blew up six rocket-propelled grenade projectiles at the Kalo Chorio firing range during a hot summer day.
The temperature was about 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) when the explosions took place.
Exploding heavy weapons in summer months is forbidden under clear safety protocols.
Around 100 firefighters and eight aircraft worked to control the wildfire, which burned about 120 hectares (300 acres).
Two small communities were evacuated as a precaution, but no homes or property were damaged.
Defense Minister Vassilis Palmas said an investigation would determine why the National Guard engineers acted against regulations.
Cyprus has experienced severe wildfires recently, prompting the creation of a regional firefighting hub to help other nearby countries.
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Keiko Fujimori has been elected as Peru’s first female president after four attempts over 15 years. She won a close race against a left-wing opponent and will lead a country that is politically divided. Many people wonder if her leadership will resemble that of her father, Alberto Fujimori, a former president who was convicted of human rights abuses and corruption.
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Keiko Fujimori is the first woman elected president of Peru.
She won the presidency after trying four times in 15 years.
Her victory represents a shift to the political right in Peru.
The presidential race was very close between her and a left-wing rival.
Peru is politically divided as she takes office.
Her father, Alberto Fujimori, was a former president who was imprisoned for corruption and human rights violations.
Some people are concerned she might follow her father’s controversial style of government.
Keiko Fujimori has expressed interest in restoring relationships with other countries like Mexico.
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The United States left a United Nations Security Council meeting after France criticized the U.S. vote against extending the term of the UN human rights chief. This incident highlighted tensions between the two allies over human rights issues and differing views on the UN rights chief’s role.
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The US walked out during a UN Security Council meeting when France spoke about Ukraine and human rights.
France compared the US vote on the human rights chief's term extension to votes by Russia, North Korea, and other authoritarian countries.
The US voted against extending Volker Turk’s mandate as the UN human rights chief for four more years.
France and other countries supported extending Turk’s term; the UN General Assembly voted 144 in favor, 10 against, and 13 abstained.
The US said Turk criticizes democratic countries like the US and Israel while ignoring abuses by oppressive regimes.
The US walkout was a protest against what it called France's disrespectful and political comments.
The dispute reveals deeper strains between the Trump administration and the United Nations, with Washington reducing funding and withdrawing from many UN bodies.
The UN views the human rights post as very important amid rising global influence of autocratic governments.
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A confirmed tornado struck northeastern Wisconsin on Monday, causing extensive damage in the Appleton and Menasha areas. Emergency crews responded quickly, and officials reported no confirmed fatalities or major injuries as they continued assessing the damage and restoring services.
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The tornado hit Winnebago County near Appleton around midday.
The National Weather Service issued a "take cover now" tornado warning as the storm moved at 40 miles per hour.
Severe weather, including large hail and strong winds, continued in the region with additional tornado warnings issued.
Significant damage occurred to buildings, trees, and power lines in Menasha and Appleton.
Emergency teams focused on safety, clearing debris, and addressing hazards like natural gas leaks.
Thousands of residents lost electricity, with more than 15,000 power outages reported in surrounding counties.
Officials urged people to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel while recovery work is underway.
Damage surveys are planned to determine the tornado’s strength and path.
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Britain’s Supreme Court decided that Bahrain cannot use state immunity to stop a lawsuit by two Bahraini activists living in the UK who say their computers were hacked with spyware. The court ruled that because the activists and their devices were in the UK when the spying happened, the case can continue in British courts.
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Two Bahraini activists living in the UK sued Bahrain for using spyware on their computers in 2011.
The spyware, called FinSpy, can track locations, record keystrokes, and monitor activities remotely.
Bahrain tried to claim state immunity, saying the spying happened outside UK jurisdiction.
Both the High Court and Court of Appeal in London rejected Bahrain’s immunity claim before the Supreme Court upheld that decision.
The Supreme Court ruled 3-2 that the spying counted as an act done in the UK because the activists and their computers were in Britain.
This ruling allows the lawsuit to move forward to trial in the UK.
The case adds to similar global legal actions against states and companies accused of spying on critics using spyware.
Human rights groups have accused Bahrain of spying on dissidents and journalists in the past.
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Construction on the new 2 World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan has reached an important stage nearly 25 years after the 9/11 attacks. The 55-story building will be the future global headquarters for American Express and is expected to be finished by 2031.
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The 2 World Trade Center will replace the second original twin tower destroyed on 9/11.
The building is 1,226 feet tall with 55 floors.
American Express will be the sole owner and occupant of the tower.
Construction started recently and the building is expected to reach its full height by 2029.
The tower features outdoor terraces and gardens integrated throughout its structure.
It will be an all-electric building designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind.
Rainwater will be collected to help cool the building and water nearby green spaces.
The project is part of the ongoing redevelopment of Lower Manhattan, which has transformed from mainly a financial district to a vibrant residential area.
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported that the Gulf of Maine is currently experiencing a slowdown in warming after over a decade of rapid temperature increases. However, the ecosystem remains unstable due to ongoing climate changes that affect fish populations and the fishing industry in Maine.
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Some Maine fishing ports like Stonington, Harpswell, and Friendship are busier now than about 20 years ago, likely due to high lobster prices.
The Gulf of Maine’s water temperatures cooled slightly in 2024 and 2025 after many years of rapid warming.
Scientists predict the ocean will warm again this fall and continue warming over the long term because of greenhouse gases from burning fossil fuels.
The Gulf of Maine ecosystem is unstable, affecting fish species, fishing communities, and social structures related to fishing.
NOAA’s report involved over 100 scientists and included a new section forecasting ocean conditions for the year ahead.
The warming and cooling of Gulf of Maine waters are influenced by the Gulf Stream and Labrador Current ocean currents.
Temperature changes are shifting where fish and other marine species live, creating challenges for fisheries management.
Fishing experts say diversifying fishing businesses is important to adapt to these ongoing environmental changes.
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Britain’s new Prime Minister has chosen new leaders in defense and foreign policy. These changes may affect how Britain responds to Israel’s war on Gaza. A reporter from Al Jazeera, Antoine Allen, discusses these potential shifts in the country’s role.
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Britain has a new Prime Minister who recently formed a new cabinet.
New leaders have been picked for defense and foreign policy roles.
These appointments could influence Britain’s involvement in Israel’s conflict with Gaza.
The focus is on whether Britain will change its current stance or actions regarding the war.
Al Jazeera reporter Antoine Allen provides analysis on this topic.
The article questions if Britain’s new leadership will fulfill promises to improve their approach to the conflict.
The situation centers on international relations and decisions in global politics.
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Andrew and Tristan Tate will stay in jail for at least two more weeks while their extradition case to the UK moves forward. They face serious charges including rape, human trafficking, and assault, which they deny, and their lawyers say the accusations are not proven.
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A US judge set a hearing on August 13 to decide if the Tate brothers stay in jail or are released during the extradition process.
The brothers were arrested on July 18 and have remained in jail since then.
They are accused in the UK of rape, assault, sex trafficking, and crimes involving indecent images and extreme pornography.
UK prosecutors say the charges come from evidence involving seven women and cover years from 2010 to 2017.
The Tate brothers deny all accusations and say their controversial online statements are jokes or taken out of context.
Their lawyers claim the extradition is politically motivated and want the US to review UK evidence fully.
The Tates have dual US and UK citizenship and previously lived in Romania, where they faced related legal issues.
The White House has said President Donald Trump will not intervene to help the brothers.
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Wildfires have caused large evacuations in France and Spain and are burning across parts of the UK, including Scotland and Wales. Prince William said these fires highlight the growing problems caused by climate change, which is making heatwaves and wildfires more intense, especially in Europe.
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Over 300,000 people have been evacuated due to wildfires in France and Spain.
A major wildfire incident was declared in the Cairngorms, Scotland.
Smaller wildfires have occurred in other parts of the UK, including North Wales and the Isle of Wight.
Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average, leading to more heatwaves and wildfires.
July has been about 3°C hotter than usual in the UK, making it one of the warmest Julys on record.
London Fire Brigade responded to more than 1,300 incidents over a weekend, including fires and rescues.
Amber heat health alerts have been issued in eastern England ahead of a possible fourth heatwave.
Prince William supports environmental efforts like the Earthshot Prize, which funds ideas to help save the planet.
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A large wildfire called the Fox Fire has forced the closure of a 70-mile section of Interstate 84 in Oregon near the Idaho border. The fire has led to evacuation orders for nearby towns and has burned nearly 72 square miles with no containment yet.
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The Fox Fire caused the closure of I-84 between Baker City and Ontario, near the Idaho state line.
I-84 is an important highway running from Portland through eastern Oregon to Boise, Idaho.
The fire is about 12 miles northeast of Huntington, a town of 500 people who have been ordered to evacuate.
The fire has burned around 72 square miles and is 0% contained.
Hot, dry, and windy weather is fueling the fire.
Other roads in eastern Oregon, including part of U.S. Route 20, are also closed due to wildfires.
Firefighters are using bulldozers to create firebreaks near Huntington to protect infrastructure.
Another fire near Sisters, Oregon, remains a high priority due to its closeness to the town and ongoing evacuation alerts.
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U.S. diplomats walked out of a United Nations Security Council meeting when France criticized America’s human rights record. This action highlights growing tensions between President Donald Trump’s administration and France, as well as wider disagreements between the U.S. and Europe on several issues.
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The U.S. walked out during a UN meeting after France criticized the Trump administration’s human rights record.
The walkout followed U.S. opposition to reappointing Volker Türk as the UN human rights chief.
France supported the reappointment of Volker Türk for another four years.
Relations between President Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron have become more tense.
Other issues causing tension include NATO commitments, U.S. troop deployments in Europe, and Greenland.
France accused the U.S. of losing its role as a leader on human rights and isolating itself globally.
The U.S. responded by accusing France of supporting countries with poor human rights records and hypocrisy.
Volker Türk, the UN human rights chief, has spoken out about human rights abuses in several countries, including Russia and Israel.
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Thousands of people protested in Palma, the capital of Mallorca, Spain, to speak out against mass tourism. Locals say the large number of visitors harms the environment and reduces their quality of life.
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The protest took place in Palma, Mallorca’s capital city.
Thousands of people joined the protest.
The protest was against the large number of tourists visiting the island.
Spain expects about 100 million tourists this year.
Locals believe the high number of tourists damages the environment.
They also feel tourism lowers their quality of life.
Mallorca is part of Spain’s Balearic Islands.
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