A recent Russian attack in Pavlohrad, Ukraine, killed five people and injured many others. Attacks on civilian areas, including petrol stations and businesses, have increased, causing deaths and damage, according to Ukrainian officials.
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Five people were killed in Pavlohrad, Ukraine, after a Russian attack, with two more deaths and 79 injuries reported in the Dnipropetrovsk region.
Russian forces targeted civilian infrastructure such as petrol stations in Kyiv and an agribusiness facility in Dnipro.
Ukrainian officials say the attacks aim to cause maximum civilian casualties and spread fear.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha described the attacks as a tactic to pressure Ukrainian society into conceding.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi said Russian attacks on businesses and civilian infrastructure are increasing rapidly.
Emergency services are responding to the attacks, and the city of Pavlohrad marked a day of mourning.
Officials called the strikes crimes against peaceful people living their daily lives.
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The Farmers' Almanac has released a guide predicting when the first snowfall usually happens across different U.S. states. Snow tends to arrive earliest in northern and mountainous areas during October and November, moving gradually southward through late fall and early winter. Meteorologists also note that this year's weather patterns may be affected by El Niño, which can change typical snowfall timings.
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The earliest snowfall often happens in Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota, usually in October.
Northern states like Minnesota and Maine usually see their first snow between October and November.
Areas around the Great Lakes and Northeast typically get their first snow in November.
Snowfall normally arrives later, in late November or December, in the central Plains, Ohio Valley, and Mid-Atlantic regions.
The Deep South, Gulf Coast, and parts of the Southwest may not get measurable snow until December or January, if at all.
El Niño, a weather pattern from the Pacific Ocean, can influence winter storms and temperatures across the U.S., possibly altering snowfall timing.
The Farmers' Almanac provides a general guide based on long-term climate patterns, not specific storm forecasts.
Historical NOAA records support the almanac’s general snowfall timing, showing wide variation depending on location and year.
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The UK Parliament is voting again on a bill that would allow adults in England and Wales with less than six months to live to receive medical help to end their lives. The bill passed the House of Commons in 2025 but was delayed in the House of Lords after many proposed changes.
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The assisted dying bill targets adults with a terminal illness and less than six months to live.
It was introduced first by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater and passed the Commons in June 2025.
The House of Lords delayed the bill with over 1,280 proposed amendments.
Labour MP Lauren Edwards has revived the bill for a new vote.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will not vote on the bill to avoid influencing the debate.
If passed, the UK would join other countries allowing assisted dying under strict rules.
The bill must pass more debates and votes in both the Commons and Lords before becoming law.
Esther Rantzen, a well-known broadcaster, planned to end her life legally in Switzerland but became too frail to travel.
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Newsweek has released a free downloadable collection called "The Road to 9/11" to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The series reviews the intelligence, warnings, and decisions made before the attacks, showing how information about the planned attacks was available but not connected in time.
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The collection is free to download until September 18.
It covers events, intelligence, and policies leading up to 9/11.
On August 6, 2001, President George W. Bush received a briefing titled “Bin Laden Determined To Strike in U.S.”
Important warnings included a future hijacker paying for flight lessons in Florida and visa issues linked to Al-Qaeda suspects.
Intelligence about possible attacks was scattered among different agencies and offices, preventing timely action.
The series asks what was known on each day before 9/11 and who had that information.
William M. Arkin, an experienced national security reporter, wrote the original series and also authored a book on the 9/11 timeline.
Newsweek invites readers to explore and understand the complex lead-up to the attacks through this collection.
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Andy Burnham, the new UK Prime Minister and Labour leader, has planned four key political events to shape his government’s agenda this year. These include a return to Parliament in September, the Labour annual conference, the Budget in October, and a 10-year plan for Britain set for November. Burnham says his leadership marks a big change in UK politics, but some government members wonder if this change fits with the early economic plans announced by Chancellor John Healey.
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Andy Burnham is the new UK Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party.
His team identified four important moments: Parliament’s return in September, Labour conference, Budget day on 28 October, and a 10-year plan for Britain in November.
Burnham sees his leadership as a major change in politics, aiming to move away from policies since the Thatcher era and recent Labour governments.
Chancellor John Healey said he will keep previous tax and borrowing rules and focus on controlling public spending.
Some critics say Healey’s economic approach looks like a continuation of the past government’s policies.
Supporters say Healey’s priority is reassuring financial markets during uncertainty and that the Budget will clarify his economic plans.
Healey emphasizes promoting economic growth and reducing regional inequalities, a focus of his career.
The Labour Party is divided between those wanting mainly style changes and those wanting deeper policy shifts under Burnham.
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Philippine rescuers boarded the burned ferry MV June Aster more than 40 hours after a fire started aboard. So far, 43 people have been rescued, 5 bodies found, and 84 are still missing. The fire began in the cargo hold, and investigators are looking into the cause and safety measures.
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The fire started on Wednesday evening while the ferry was traveling from Manila to Coron.
Rescuers faced challenges boarding the ship due to thick smoke and high heat.
43 passengers were rescued and are receiving medical care; 5 people died.
84 passengers remain missing according to the latest reports.
The ferry was built in 2002 and had valid safety certificates.
The fire is believed to have started in the cargo hold where goods are stored.
Investigators are checking passenger lists, cargo safety, and crew actions.
Rescue efforts include divers, nurses, and large coast guard ships with radio broadcasts.
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The UK is expected to have a wetter and warmer autumn due to a strong El Niño, a climate event where the tropical Pacific Ocean heats up. This weather pattern may increase the chances of storms and flooding but could also help end drought conditions in some areas.
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El Niño is predicted to be the strongest in recorded history, peaking around November or December.
The UK will likely see more wet and windy weather, especially from November onwards.
Recent high sea temperatures near the UK will contribute to warmer autumn weather.
Wetter weather may help drought-stricken areas recover but raises the risk of flooding.
Autumn will probably be warmer than normal, continuing the pattern from a hot summer.
The UK experienced a similar switch from heatwaves to storms and floods in 2025.
Snowfall this autumn is unlikely, but El Niño can sometimes lead to colder, snowier winters later.
Other weather factors may affect how cold the UK winter will be, making predictions uncertain.
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The article reflects on the 25 years since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States, focusing on personal loss and the broader national impact. It shares the story of Jenna Jacobs McPartland, whose husband died in the attacks, and discusses how America responded with changes in policy and society.
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The September 11 attacks killed nearly 3,000 people when hijackers flew planes into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania.
Jenna Jacobs McPartland’s husband, Ariel Jacobs, died at the World Trade Center; their son was born six days later.
Many families continue to live with grief 25 years after 9/11.
The attacks led the U.S. to take actions that changed immigration policy and influenced domestic and foreign relations.
Initially, 9/11 united Americans, but over time it contributed to division and loss of moral standing internationally.
The attacks ended a period of relative peace and economic surplus in the U.S. during the late 1990s.
The article highlights the emotional and social consequences of labeling and excluding groups, which contributed to the tragedy.
The national September 11 museum in New York preserves memories and stories from that day.
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Photographer Paul Berriff was at the World Trade Center on 9/11 and was caught under rubble after the towers collapsed. He survived the disaster but later developed serious health problems related to the event.
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Paul Berriff lived and worked in New York City on September 11, 2001.
He went to film the aftermath after hearing about the planes hitting the Twin Towers.
Berriff witnessed people jumping from the towers and saw both buildings on fire.
He was buried under rubble for about 35 minutes after the south tower collapsed.
He suffered injuries and was later taken to the hospital for treatment and decontamination.
Berriff’s sound recordist, Lulu, survived by escaping into an underground garage.
He was among the first survivors found alive at the centre of the attack site.
Years later, Berriff was diagnosed with terminal illnesses linked to the 9/11 attacks.
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Amy, who chose to remain anonymous, was in an abusive relationship with Christopher Malcolm, a man recently jailed for multiple rapes. Her family and friends helped stop the marriage planned for four weeks after his arrest by reporting concerns and sharing evidence with the police.
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Christopher Malcolm abused Amy physically and psychologically during their relationship.
Amy met Malcolm on a dating app in August 2023; they got engaged by Christmas 2023.
Malcolm controlled Amy by limiting her phone use and social contacts.
Violence increased over time, including physical attacks causing permanent injury.
Amy’s family and friends used a police disclosure scheme to report their concerns.
Police arrested Malcolm in September 2024, four weeks before the wedding.
Amy gave a full report of the crimes after Malcolm’s arrest.
Malcolm was jailed in July 2026 for his offenses.
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Karen Rowland, who lived near the World Trade Center in New York, describes how the 9/11 attacks changed her life forever. She recalls the shock of seeing the planes hit the towers and the quiet days that followed, marked by smoke, silence, and people helping each other.
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Karen Rowland first thought the crash of the first plane was an accident.
She witnessed the second plane hitting the World Trade Center and realized it was an attack.
Rowland knew some people who died on the planes involved in the attacks.
The dust and smoke from the towers' collapse have caused illnesses that killed more people than the initial attacks.
A total of nearly 3,000 people died in the New York City attacks; 184 died at the Pentagon and 40 on Flight 93.
In the days after the attacks, the area was very quiet, with smoke lingering and phone services gradually restored.
Rowland helped organize blood donations at a nearby hospital, which treated volunteers but no survivors.
The attacks deeply affected how Rowland views life and the importance of caring for others.
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Charles Wolf watched as a hijacked plane flew low over his New York City apartment on September 11, 2001, before it hit the north tower of the World Trade Center where his wife, Katherine, worked. Katherine died instantly in the attacks that killed 2,977 people in total. Charles later campaigned for fair compensation for the victims' families.
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On the morning of September 11, 2001, Charles saw a plane flying low over his apartment and realized it was deliberate.
The plane hit the north tower of the World Trade Center, where his wife Katherine worked on the 97th floor.
Katherine died instantly in the attack, which killed 2,977 people in total.
Charles called the FBI immediately after seeing the plane and was the first to alert them it was not an accident.
Katherine had just started her new job less than two weeks before the attack.
No one above the 91st floor of the north tower survived, so Katherine and her colleagues had no chance to escape.
Charles later led efforts to ensure victims' families received proper compensation from the government.
Many people, including emergency workers, suffered long-term health problems due to the attack.
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The black dress Diana, Princess of Wales wore in 1994, known as the "revenge dress," is going up for auction in December. The dress became famous because Diana wore it the night Prince Charles admitted to being unfaithful, marking a turning point in fashion and culture.
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Diana wore the black, off-the-shoulder, fitted dress in 1994 after Prince Charles revealed his infidelity on TV.
The dress became known as the "revenge dress" and has its own Wikipedia page.
Sotheby’s will auction the dress in December with an estimated price between £110,000 and £220,000.
The dress will be shown in London, Hong Kong, Geneva, and New York before the sale.
Designed by Christina Stambolian, the dress is seen as a cultural symbol, not just a fashion item.
Diana sold the dress herself in 1997 in a charity auction, raising the equivalent of nearly £100,000 today.
The dress represents Diana’s way of showing confidence and control over a difficult personal situation.
Diana’s style continues to influence people today and is celebrated by fans, including popular social media accounts dedicated to her fashion.
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Iceland plans to submit a bill in February 2027 that could permanently ban commercial whaling in its waters. This move would leave Norway and Japan as the only countries still allowing commercial whale hunting.
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The bill aims to stop commercial whaling in Iceland’s waters.
A 2023 report showed that harpooned whales took up to two hours to die, leading to a temporary ban on whaling that year.
Iceland’s minister of industries supports changing outdated whaling laws and ending the hunt.
Up to 8 September this year, 80 fin whales were caught by Icelandic whalers; the quota allows up to 150 whales per season.
Fin whales are the second-largest animals on Earth and are considered vulnerable to extinction.
Iceland has only one whaling company, Hvalur, which currently has a permit valid until 2029.
Norway and Japan continue commercial whaling; Japan left the International Whaling Commission (IWC) in 2019 to resume hunting.
Animal welfare groups see the bill as an important step toward protecting whales and marine conservation.
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Malcolm Potier, a 75-year-old man with a criminal past, attacked theatre-goer Kirsty O'Donnell by strangling her during a performance in London in June 2023. Potier was found guilty and sentenced to two years in jail for non-fatal strangulation.
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The attack happened on 7 June 2023 during the musical "We Will Rock You" at the London Coliseum.
Kirsty O'Donnell was strangled by Potier, who was sitting next to her in the dress circle.
Potier is a disgraced ex-millionaire who once bought the Scottish Isle of Gigha, outbidding Mick Jagger in 1989.
Potier had a criminal history, including two jail terms in Australia for trying to hire hitmen to kill his former partner and her boyfriend.
During the attack, Potier told O'Donnell "I'll show you what rude is" before strangling her for about five seconds.
Potier was jailed for two years at Southwark Crown Court in July 2023.
The victim, O'Donnell, said public events and performances were important to her and this incident was especially difficult.
Potier’s partner, theatre critic Lizzie Loveridge, was sitting beside him during the attack and had earlier told O'Donnell to "shut up" because she was singing along.
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New Delhi is preparing to host the BRICS summit with special arrangements like blocked roads and evictions to ensure security and smooth events. These actions have caused some people in the city to feel angry and upset.
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New Delhi is hosting the BRICS summit, an important meeting of five major emerging economies.
The city has blocked many roads to manage traffic and provide security during the event.
Authorities have evicted some residents and businesses to clear areas for the summit.
These actions have led to public anger and complaints about disruptions and fairness.
The government aims to present a grand welcome for the BRICS leaders.
BRICS includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
Hosting the summit is part of India’s role in international cooperation among these countries.
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A new fund of $15.5 million has been created to support efforts to end female genital mutilation (FGM) worldwide. This fund aims to increase resources for activists and organizations working on this issue, especially as existing funding and legal protections have recently declined.
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Female genital mutilation (FGM) has affected more than 230 million women and girls globally.
The Her Horizon Fund was launched with $14 million from the Wallace Global Fund and $1.5 million from an anonymous donor.
The goal of the fund is to pool $100 million from donors to help end FGM within a generation.
UN funding to fight FGM dropped by 45% last year, from $29.6 million to $16.3 million.
Somalia, a country with widespread FGM, has seen recent progress with several states passing anti-FGM laws.
Some countries like Burkina Faso, the Gambia, and Kenya have criminalized FGM, but legal challenges and opposition remain.
Frontline groups say they need more funding to protect past gains and continue reducing FGM.
The UN aims to eliminate FGM by 2030, but current funding and political support make this target difficult to reach.
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The UK government is reviewing a British-owned surrogacy company, My Surrogacy Journey, after surrogates in Mexico had their insurance claims rejected for health problems, including hysterectomies. Some intended parents have faced large medical bills because insurance did not cover all costs.
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My Surrogacy Journey is a UK-based surrogacy provider with sister companies in Mexico and the US.
Commercial surrogacy is banned in the UK but allowed in Mexico and some US states.
Surrogate women in Mexico had insurance claims denied for serious health issues like hysterectomies.
Around 300 surrogacy cases have been moved to a new insurance provider due to claim issues.
Some intended parents had to pay tens of thousands of pounds in medical bills after insurance rejected claims.
Parents are contractually required to pay medical costs not covered by insurance.
The UK government is considering whether to keep My Surrogacy Journey on the official list of UK surrogacy agencies.
The company was founded in 2021 by a British couple and promotes faster and cheaper surrogacy options in Mexico compared to the UK or US.
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Reform UK is experiencing disagreements inside the party over its reaction to protests by a far-right group called Patriot Platform, whose members wore masks and blocked Dover and Portsmouth. Some party members criticize the group and their actions, while others support them or their goals, leading to public disputes among Reform UK figures.
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, called the Patriot Platform’s masked protest in Dover “horrible.”
Patriot Platform is a far-right group whose members wore balaclavas to protest immigration issues.
Ryan Bridge, co-founder of the anti-migrant group Raise the Colours, spoke at Reform UK’s conference and is linked to the far right.
Bridge faces legal charges including racially aggravated harassment.
Some party members and councillors praised the protesters as “patriots” defending Britain.
Reform UK officials like Zia Yusuf and others criticized the use of masks but sometimes supported the protest goals.
There are open disagreements within Reform UK over Farage’s response and the party’s stance toward these right-wing activists.
Some local Reform members said protesters covered their faces to avoid losing jobs due to fears of media backlash.
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called President Donald Trump twice to ask for U.S. strikes against the Houthi group in Yemen, which is advancing near a key Red Sea shipping route. President Trump declined to launch strikes but the U.S. is providing intelligence and support to Saudi Arabia while avoiding direct military involvement.
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The Houthis, backed by Iran, are moving closer to the Bab al-Mandab Strait, an important route for global trade and Saudi oil exports.
Oil prices rose after the Houthis captured a strategic coastal city in Yemen.
Saudi Arabia asked President Trump for permission to strike Houthi targets, but did not request U.S. troops.
The U.S. has about 200 military personnel in Saudi Arabia providing non-combat support.
U.S. Central Command’s head traveled to Saudi Arabia for urgent talks amid the conflict escalation.
Riyadh previously handled the Houthis alone but is now seeking more U.S. help as fighting intensifies.
The Trump administration wants to focus on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz and avoid opening a new military front.
The U.S. emphasizes protecting free passage in the Red Sea while supporting regional partners to manage the conflict.
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