The Iran-backed Houthis have taken control of Mokha, an important port city in Yemen. This city is located on the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a key point for global shipping through the Red Sea. This move increases tensions and risks in the region, affecting oil markets.
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The Houthis are a group supported by Iran.
They recently captured Mokha, a port city in Yemen.
Mokha is on the Bab el-Mandeb, a vital waterway for ships.
The Bab el-Mandeb links the Red Sea to other major shipping routes.
Yemen’s internationally recognized government has allies who lost control of Mokha.
The fighting suggests Yemen could return to full-scale war.
Control over this area can influence the flow and price of oil globally.
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Hillary Clinton questioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of warnings about the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. An Israeli newspaper reported that Netanyahu received a warning from the UAE president before the attack but did not share it with top security officials. Netanyahu denies these claims and plans to sue the newspaper.
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Hamas launched a deadly attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, killing about 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages.
The attack led to a war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, causing over 73,000 Palestinian deaths according to local health authorities.
Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that Netanyahu was warned 10 days before the attack by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed about Hamas’ planned operation.
Netanyahu allegedly did not alert Israel’s main security agencies after receiving this warning.
Netanyahu called the report a "wicked fabrication" and plans to sue Haaretz.
Hillary Clinton called this a failure of leadership but said she does not know Netanyahu’s exact reasons.
Some Israeli opposition leaders say Netanyahu should resign because of the attack’s handling.
Haaretz stands by its reporting, and an Emirati source confirmed the conversation about the warning.
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The Israeli military destroyed an underground Hezbollah base on the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon. Israeli officials said they will stay in the area to stop Hezbollah from rebuilding, while Hezbollah has not yet responded to the attack.
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Israeli forces destroyed Hezbollah tunnels and weapons in southern Lebanon near the Israeli border.
The Ali al-Taher ridge is a key area contested by Israel and Hezbollah in ongoing conflicts.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz said Israel will remain in the area to prevent Hezbollah's return.
Hezbollah reportedly built an underground base with command centers, weapons stores, and living spaces.
This base included rockets, missiles, drones, anti-tank missiles, mines, and explosives.
Iran warned the U.S. it would respond strongly if Israel continued attacks on this site.
A ceasefire was agreed in June, aiming for Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament, but progress has stalled.
Israel has recently seized strategic positions in southern Lebanon to create a buffer zone against Hezbollah.
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A boy who used a laptop on his abdomen for many hours developed a skin condition called erythema ab igne (EAI), also known as toasted skin syndrome. This condition happens after long exposure to low heat and causes a reddish, lace-like rash. The boy’s skin got worse over time but showed no serious internal injuries.
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The boy had a patch of reddish-brown marks on his abdomen shaped like irregular circles and lace patterns.
He used to rest his laptop on his stomach for up to eight hours a day, often while it was charging.
The doctors initially thought the marks were bruises but found no internal injuries on scans.
A chest X-ray showed a small patch in his lung, possibly a minor infection, treated with antibiotics.
The marks worsened over two weeks and became tender with skin breaking down.
Doctors diagnosed the boy with erythema ab igne (EAI), caused by repeated low-level heat exposure.
EAI is usually seen in adults exposed to heat from heating pads, heaters, or certain jobs.
The condition results from damage to skin blood vessels due to long-term heat contact, causing the rash.
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August 2026 was the hottest month ever recorded worldwide. This extreme heat has caused warnings about high temperatures in parts of the United States.
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August 2026 set a new global record for the highest average temperature.
Record heat conditions affected many areas around the world.
Parts of the U.S. experienced extreme heat warnings because of this weather.
The heat is part of a larger trend of rising global temperatures.
Such heat can impact health, agriculture, and the environment.
Weather patterns like tropical storms are being closely tracked alongside the heat.
The report comes as climate concerns continue to grow worldwide.
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Israel has destroyed tunnels built by Hezbollah under the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon. The explosions caused a 4.1-magnitude tremor, and Israel says this action gives it full control of the area both above and below ground.
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Israel targeted and demolished tunnels built by Hezbollah, an armed group supported by Iran.
The tunnels were located under the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon.
The destruction caused a 4.1-magnitude earthquake-like tremor, confirmed by the US Geological Survey.
Hezbollah’s underground network included rockets, missiles, drones, machine guns, anti-tank missiles, mines, and explosives.
The tunnels also housed a Hezbollah command center called the "Badr" unit.
Some Hezbollah fighters left the area, while others were killed by Israeli air and artillery strikes.
Israel announced it had taken control of the Ali al-Taher ridge last week.
Since March, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have resulted in over 4,300 deaths, according to Lebanese authorities.
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Spain’s Parliament has approved a law to give citizenship to tens of thousands of Western Saharans born before 1977, when Spain controlled the territory. The law still needs approval from the Senate before it becomes official.
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Spain’s lower house of Parliament voted 168-31 in favor of the law, with 145 abstentions.
The citizenship applies to Sahrawis born before September 29, 1977, and their children, even if they never lived in Spain.
Sahrawi groups estimate 70,000 to 120,000 people could get Spanish nationality.
Western Sahara was a Spanish colony until 1975, after which Morocco and Mauritania took control.
Morocco claims Western Sahara, but the Polisario Front, supported by Algeria, wants an independent Sahrawi state.
There have been recent tensions between Spain and Morocco, partly due to a large migrant arrival in Ceuta from Morocco.
The bill was supported by Spain’s Socialist Party and left-wing partners, while the conservative People’s Party abstained and far-right Vox opposed it.
Moroccan officials have said they do not oppose Sahrawis gaining Spanish citizenship.
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Two daughters of people who died in the 9/11 attacks share their feelings about whether the man accused of planning the attacks, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, will be punished. Their stories are shown in a new documentary called "Daughters of 9/11."
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Elizabeth Miller’s father, Douglas, was a firefighter who died in the World Trade Center on 9/11.
Jessica Trant’s father, Daniel, was a Cantor Fitzgerald bond salesman killed on the 104th floor of the North Tower.
The documentary "Daughters of 9/11" tells the story of these two women and their experiences.
The women are concerned about whether Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused of masterminding the 9/11 attacks, will face justice.
The documentary premieres on Friday.
The two women spoke about their story with CBS News.
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Peru has joined the "Shield of the Americas," a security alliance led by the United States to share information and work together against drug cartels. This move was announced by Peru’s new leader, Keiko Fujimori, after talks with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during his visit to Lima.
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Peru joined the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition (ACCC), also known as the "Shield of the Americas."
The alliance focuses on intelligence sharing and military cooperation to fight drug cartels and crime.
Peru is the world’s second-largest cocaine producer, after Colombia.
Keiko Fujimori became Peru’s president in July and has emphasized security issues in her campaign.
Marco Rubio visited South America to strengthen relations between the U.S. (under President Donald Trump) and conservative governments in the region.
The U.S. wants Peru and other countries to reduce economic ties with China, which is Peru’s main trading partner.
Local protests opposed Rubio’s visit and Peru joining the alliance, fearing loss of national sovereignty.
The U.S. government says it will only take security actions in these countries with their permission.
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Israel’s military announced that it destroyed a group of tunnels used by Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon on the Ali al-Taher ridge. Reports say dozens of Hezbollah fighters’ bodies were found inside these tunnels.
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The tunnels were located on the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon.
The tunnels belonged to Hezbollah, a militant group based in Lebanon.
Israel’s military destroyed this network of tunnels.
Dozens of Hezbollah fighters were reportedly found dead inside the tunnels.
The tunnels had strategic importance for Hezbollah’s operations.
The information comes from reports citing Israeli military sources.
The event involves ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
This is part of the continuing conflict in the region.
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Hospitals in Gaza are reducing the use of electricity because they do not have enough fuel and engine oil. These power shortages make it hard for doctors to treat patients who need machines that run on electricity.
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Gaza’s hospitals face shortages of fuel and engine oil.
Due to these shortages, hospitals must limit the use of electricity.
Power cuts affect the operation of important medical equipment.
Nasser Hospital reports that patients who rely on this equipment are at serious risk.
Doctors warn that ongoing power disruptions harm vulnerable patients.
The shortage puts pressure on medical staff to manage limited electricity.
Fuel shortages are a key reason behind the rationing of power in hospitals.
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European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, have urged Europe to increase its efforts in the space sector. They want Europe to compete with the United States and China in areas like satellite communications and manned space missions.
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European leaders call for stronger action in space technology and exploration.
Europe has strong science and industry in space but lacks enough investment and political coordination.
The United States and China currently lead in terms of investment and launch frequency.
Europe aims to develop capabilities in both communications satellites and crewed spaceflight.
Experts say Europe needs larger scale projects and better political integration to compete globally.
An International Space Summit in Paris highlights Europe's focus on space ambitions.
Europe is seeking a clear and strategic direction to increase its role in the global space race.
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A Russian missile hit a shopping centre in Pavlohrad, a city in central Ukraine, killing at least four people and injuring 60 others. Attacks like this are increasing on places far behind the main fighting areas and often affect civilians.
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The strike targeted a shopping centre in Pavlohrad, central Ukraine.
It caused the deaths of at least four people.
Around 60 people were wounded in the attack.
Both Russia and Ukraine have increased attacks far behind the front lines.
Civilian areas are being targeted more often in these attacks.
The incident reflects the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Pavlohrad is away from the main battle zones yet still affected by violence.
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Thousands of drones were used to recreate the image of New York’s Twin Towers as a tribute before the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The display included 2,977 lights, with each light representing one person who died in the attacks.
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The tribute used thousands of drones to form the shape of the Twin Towers.
This event took place ahead of the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
The tribute included 2,977 lights, symbolizing the number of people killed.
The Twin Towers were a key part of the World Trade Center in New York City.
The 9/11 attacks happened in 2001 and caused significant loss of life and damage.
This drone display was a commemorative event to honor the victims.
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Morocco’s Foreign Ministry denies any role in the large migrant crossing into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in July, calling accusations against Rabat unfounded. Over 70,000 migrants entered Ceuta, causing deaths and protests, while Spain and the European Union face challenges managing the crisis.
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More than 70,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into Ceuta on July 30-31, an unprecedented event.
Over 100 people died during the crossing, according to officials and organizations.
Many migrants, including unaccompanied children, remain in Ceuta living in temporary camps, streets, or beaches.
Residents of Ceuta have protested almost daily, unhappy with Spain’s handling of the situation.
Spain’s opposition parties blame Morocco for facilitating the migrant crossing, but Morocco denies this with no evidence shown.
Morocco questions why illegal migrants are not sent back, despite agreeing to take them and return unaccompanied minors.
Spain released intelligence that suggested Moroccan authorities may have been negligent but not actively encouraging the migrant wave.
Morocco does not recognize Spanish control over Ceuta and the nearby enclave Melilla.
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A tourist bus carrying 48 Dutch passengers crashed and overturned in the Swiss Alps near Zernez, causing several deaths and injuries. Rescue teams, including helicopters, responded to the accident, but the exact number of casualties has not yet been confirmed.
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The crash happened between Susch and Zernez in the Graubünden region of Switzerland.
The bus was on a day trip from Austria and had left the Netherlands on Monday.
Local police confirmed multiple deaths and injuries from the accident.
A large rescue operation involved several helicopters and ambulances.
The bus carried mainly Dutch tourists, according to the Dutch travel association.
Zernez is the entry point to the Swiss National Park, a large Alpine nature reserve.
Images showed the bus lying on its side beside a narrow road with emergency workers at the scene.
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Protesters in South Africa have been demonstrating against undocumented foreign workers for several months. Thousands of these workers have left after a deadline set by anti-immigrant groups, and a new deadline is set for September 30, while protesters want the government to act more strongly.
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Protests in South Africa target undocumented foreign workers living and working in the country.
The protests have been ongoing for several months.
Anti-immigrant groups set a deadline that led thousands of foreign workers to leave South Africa.
A new deadline for foreign workers to leave is set for September 30.
Protesters call for the government to take stricter action against undocumented immigrants.
Some protests have turned violent.
Experts including migration specialists and political scientists are discussing how the government should handle the situation.
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States, remembering the 2,977 victims, including 10 Australians. He honored the courage of first responders and the resilience of those affected by the tragedy.
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The September 11 attacks killed 2,977 people in the US, including 10 Australians.
The attacks occurred in New York, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania.
Prime Minister Albanese acknowledged the grief of victims’ families and praised acts of courage and compassion during the attacks.
The anniversary was a time to reflect on resilience following great loss.
Australia remembers those killed, survivors, and those still affected today.
Separately, Opal Healthcare repaid about $190,000 to nearly 350 aged care residents after charges were wrongly applied for basic services.
New aged care standards were introduced in November to stop charging for free services, though these rules are guidelines, not laws.
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission investigated after reports of improper charges and removal of services like TV and wifi when payments were not made.
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Canada has pledged to help Ukraine strengthen its air defenses and supply more drones as part of a long-term partnership. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Canada, where leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in defense, energy, and other areas.
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Canada promised support to improve Ukraine’s air defense and provide more drones.
The two countries plan a “hundred-year partnership” covering defense, energy, and critical minerals.
Canada will provide C$350 million (US$253 million) through a U.S.-linked program called Jumpstart.
Canada is offering C$450 million in loan guarantees to repair Ukraine’s energy infrastructure before winter.
About 350,000 Canadians have Ukrainian roots, especially in Alberta.
Canada will send 30% of its new drone production to Ukraine.
Zelenskyy plans to meet President Donald Trump in New York in late September.
Zelenskyy does not expect major peace talks while Russia holds elections.
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In 2016, a group of former U.S. Congress members revealed that 28 pages of a secret report about the 9/11 attacks might show evidence that Saudi Arabia supported the hijackers. These pages were kept in a secure vault and had not been made public before.
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The 28 pages come from a classified part of a 9/11 intelligence report.
This section was kept secret in a secure vault for years.
Former Congress members said the pages could show ties between Saudi Arabia and the hijackers.
The information in these pages had not been released to the public until 2016.
The report is linked to investigations of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in 2001.
Some officials said the content might surprise people because of what it reveals.
The release raised questions about foreign involvement in the attacks.
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