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Russia has supplied Iran with MiG-29 fighter jets, helping to temporarily strengthen its air force. Iran plans to use these jets until it can acquire more advanced Sukhoi Su-35s. The delivery is part of Iran's broader strategy to modernize its military amidst ongoing regional tensions, particularly following recent conflicts with Israel.
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Russian MiG-29 fighter jets have arrived in Iran.
The jets are stationed in the Iranian city of Shiraz.
Iran considers the MiG-29s a temporary measure until more advanced jets, the Sukhoi Su-35s, arrive.
The delivery occurred after a recent 12-day conflict with Israel, highlighting Iran's current air defense weaknesses.
Iran is also acquiring China's HQ-9 and Russia's S-400 air defense systems.
Tehran aims to strengthen its military capabilities to improve its defensive and diplomatic standing.
Iran's air force still relies heavily on older, pre-1979 U.S.-made jets.
The country is developing its own air defense systems to address its aging military equipment.
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A court has ordered the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) to pay an additional penalty to a journalist, Antoinette Lattouf, who was fired after she posted on social media about the Israeli military campaign in Gaza. The court found that ABC violated employment law by terminating her over political opinions. ABC must pay a total of $145,000 in penalties.
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The journalist, Antoinette Lattouf, was let go three days after starting a casual contract with ABC.
She was fired over a social media post related to a Human Rights Watch video report about Gaza.
The court decided ABC breached employment law in how it terminated Lattouf's employment.
ABC was ordered to pay an additional $98,900, bringing total penalties to $145,000.
Lattouf claims ABC spent over $2 million in legal battles over the case.
The termination followed a significant attack by Hamas on Israel on October 7, 2023.
Israel's military actions in Gaza have resulted in reported significant loss of life and a humanitarian crisis.
The United Nations and Amnesty International have accused Israel of genocide in Gaza.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump at the United Nations General Assembly. Zelenskyy noted a change in Trump's view on the war in Ukraine, aligning more closely with Ukraine's perspective.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday.
They met during the 2025 United Nations General Assembly.
Zelenskyy is expected to give a speech at the General Assembly on Wednesday, September 24.
Zelenskyy described his meeting with Trump as positive.
He observed a shift in Trump's stance on the war in Ukraine.
According to Zelenskyy, Trump's view now aligns more with Ukraine's perspective on the conflict.
Zelenskyy did not specify what caused Trump's shift in viewpoint.
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Israel and Syria are close to a "de-escalation" agreement. This would involve Israel stopping attacks and Syria not moving heavy equipment near their border. Discussions have been slowed by a holiday, but both countries are negotiating and hope for a security deal.
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Israel and Syria are negotiating a "de-escalation" agreement.
The deal aims to stop Israeli attacks and restrict Syrian military movements near the border.
Negotiations are delayed by the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa expressed hope for an eventual security agreement.
Al-Sharaa highlighted concerns about regional stability, mentioning risks if the negotiations stall.
Israel has conducted over 1,000 airstrikes and 400 ground incursions in Syria.
Al-Sharaa will address the UN General Assembly as the first Syrian leader to do so in six decades.
Israel seeks US support to maintain sanctions on Syria, while Syria wants them lifted to aid rebuilding efforts.
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A video of a dog named Rylo trying to play with other dogs at a park in San Jose gained attention online after he was ignored by the other dogs. The video, viewed over 4.9 million times, shows Rylo trying to join in play but being left out by the group. Since the video went viral, Rylo's owner shared updates showing Rylo successfully playing with other dogs.
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A San Jose man named Ryan Huynh shared a video of his dog Rylo being ignored at a dog park.
The video gained over 4.9 million views on Instagram.
Viewers expressed sadness and sympathy for Rylo in the comments.
Experts say play is important for a dog's physical health and social skills.
Play helps dogs develop motor skills and learn social interactions.
Rylo eventually made friends at the park after the video became popular.
This event is not unique; similar stories have gone viral before showing dogs being ignored at parks.
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In the past week, Russia has increased military actions and intimidation tactics towards European countries, including airspace violations. These actions appear as an attempt to pressure Ukraine's allies and were timed before a big UN meeting. Meanwhile, Ukraine has made gains in reclaiming territory from Russian forces.
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Russia ramped up intimidation against European nations using planes and drones.
Russia violated Estonian and German airspace and sent drones into Poland.
These actions occurred before the United Nations General Assembly.
Ukrainian forces regained territory in the Donetsk region from Russian control.
Russia claimed territorial gains in Ukrainian regions but faced setbacks elsewhere.
Ukraine successfully targeted Russian fuel supplies with drones.
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy stated Russia retreated from the Sumy region.
Despite some Russian advances, Ukraine continues to push back effectively.
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The UK home secretary has called for a quick review of taxi costs for asylum seekers after a BBC investigation found high expenses for long trips. Some asylum seekers use taxis for important appointments when they cannot use their bus passes. The government has yet to provide specific spending figures on these taxi rides.
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The UK home secretary wants a review of taxi costs for asylum seekers.
A BBC investigation found some long taxi trips costing hundreds of pounds.
One asylum seeker reported a 250-mile taxi trip for a medical appointment costing £600.
Asylum seekers have bus passes for one return trip a week but might need taxis for other necessary travel.
The UK government has not revealed how much it spends on these taxis.
Officials, including the Work and Pensions Secretary and the Housing Minister, agree on investigating the taxi use.
The BBC found poor living conditions in some hotels housing asylum seekers, including crowded spaces and safety issues.
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Millions of people in four states near Lake Michigan have been warned by the National Weather Service about life-threatening waves and currents. The advisories affect areas in Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, and Illinois through Thursday. Citizens are urged to stay out of the water due to risks from strong currents and high waves.
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The National Weather Service issued beach hazards statements for Lake Michigan beaches.
The warnings affect Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, and Illinois.
In Wisconsin, counties like Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha face waves of 3 to 6 feet and dangerous currents.
Northern Indiana's La Porte County and Southern Michigan's Berrien County also have warnings for strong currents and high waves.
In Indiana, Lake and Porter Counties are under advisories for high wave action.
Illinois counties such as Lake and Cook are warned of life-threatening swimming conditions.
The alerts will remain in effect through Thursday and warn against going near piers and breakwalls.
The NWS continues to update forecasts and urges caution in these areas.
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Dua Lipa has denied reports that she fired her agent David Levy over his pro-Israel views. Both Lipa and her agency stated that Levy stopped working with her in 2019, and they criticized the claims as false and inflammatory. Lipa and her agency emphasize that the narrative was incorrect and intended to create online conflict.
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Dua Lipa denies firing agent David Levy over his views on Israel.
Lipa says Levy stopped working with her in 2019.
Lipa and her agency, WME, call the reports false and inflammatory.
The Mail updated its story to correct errors.
Lipa criticized media for focusing on controversy to sell news.
Kneecap, an Irish band involved in related controversy, still performed at Glastonbury.
Lipa has publicly expressed support for Palestinian causes.
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A woman named Josie Stewart returned home after being hospitalized for a month and reunited with her blind rescue dog, Fleur, capturing the heartwarming moment on video. Fleur, who lost both eyes due to glaucoma, was overjoyed to hear Stewart's voice again, highlighting the strong bond between them. Stewart adopted Fleur from a dog shelter in 2022, and they have supported each other through various health challenges.
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Josie Stewart returned home from the hospital and reunited with her dog after a month away.
Fleur, a blind rescue dog, reacted joyfully to Stewart's voice upon her return.
Stewart had been hospitalized due to a kidney infection leading to sepsis.
Fleur lost her eyesight due to glaucoma and underwent eye surgeries.
Stewart adopted Fleur from a dog shelter in 2022.
Stewart has shared her health challenges, including cystic fibrosis and a double lung transplant.
The video of their reunion highlights the emotional bond between humans and their pets.
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Former South Korean First Lady Kim Keon-hee appeared in court on corruption charges, including bribery and stock manipulation. She is accused of illegally profiting from stock deals and accepting luxury gifts in exchange for favors. This is the first case where a spouse of a former South Korean president faces trial on such charges.
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Kim Keon-hee, former First Lady of South Korea, is on trial for corruption.
The charges include bribery, stock manipulation, and accepting illegal gifts.
She allegedly manipulated stock prices of a company and made around $581,000 in profits.
Kim is accused of receiving free opinion polls in exchange for political favors during her husband's election campaign.
Kim allegedly accepted luxury items from the Unification Church's leader, who was arrested for bribing her.
Kim attended the court hearing with a mask and her inmate number, 4398.
Her trial marks the first time a former South Korean presidential spouse has faced corruption charges.
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In Guatemala, a creative art project involves turning old tires into decorative hanging planters. This effort highlights the resourcefulness of using discarded items to create something visually appealing.
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The article is part of a series showcasing stories from around the world.
The author visited Antigua, Guatemala.
A museum outside the city displayed Indigenous textiles and art.
A hanging planter shaped like a bird was made from an old tire.
This planter is an example of reusing trash to create art.
The series emphasizes finding cultural stories in everyday life.
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A Spanish military plane with Defense Minister Margarita Robles on board experienced a GPS disturbance while flying near Russia's Kaliningrad. The Spanish defense ministry stated that the plane's encrypted system was not affected, and such incidents are common in that area. The incident occurred during ongoing tensions between NATO and Russia regarding airspace violations.
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A Spanish military plane carrying Defense Minister Margarita Robles experienced a GPS signal disturbance near Russia's Kaliningrad.
The plane's encrypted navigation system prevented any effect from the GPS interference.
The Spanish defense ministry noted that such disruptions are common on this route, not specifically targeting their aircraft.
Minister Robles was traveling to Lithuania for a meeting and to visit Spanish forces at the Siauliai Air Base.
The incident comes amid NATO complaints about Russian airspace violations.
Russia has denied these airspace violation accusations.
Russia also denied interfering with the GPS of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's plane in a separate incident.
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Iran rejected a proposal from President Donald Trump to suspend its nuclear program and limit missile range, calling it unacceptable. The disagreement has led to tensions, including a brief conflict with Israel and concerns over regional stability. Iran remains open to fair negotiations, but direct talks with the U.S. have been ruled out by Iran's Supreme Leader.
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Iran rejected Trump's call to suspend its nuclear program and limit missile range below 500 kilometers.
The proposal was sent by Trump early in his term, with a two-month deadline for talks.
Trump labeled Iran as a top sponsor of terror in his communication.
Iran's missile capability is a key part of its defense strategy.
Iran and the U.S. are at a diplomatic impasse, with the potential for conflict remaining high.
Iran is willing to negotiate under fair conditions but not to impose terms.
The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei, refused direct talks with the U.S., calling them a "diktat."
Past negotiations involved European and Russian intermediaries but failed due to unmet commitments.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and several Arab and Muslim leaders about ending the conflict in Gaza was productive. The meeting took place during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, with a focus on ceasing the ongoing fighting and addressing the humanitarian problems in Gaza. Trump suggested that Arab and Muslim countries could help by sending military forces and providing financial support for reconstruction.
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Erdogan found the meeting with Trump and others about Gaza to be positive.
Trump remarked that the meeting included major leaders, excluding Israel, during the UN General Assembly.
The primary aim was to stop the war in Gaza and achieve a permanent ceasefire.
Arab and Muslim leaders discussed ways to help with rebuilding efforts in Gaza.
Israel was not part of the meeting but was informed about the plan's details.
The plan proposes no involvement for Hamas, but considers a future role for the Palestinian Authority.
The meeting happened amid calls from many countries for a quick end to the two-year conflict in Gaza.
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Two kittens named Soy Sauce and Orange Chicken became popular on the internet after their owner shared pictures of them together on Reddit. The kittens are a bonded pair, which means they have a close relationship and must be adopted together. Adopting bonded kittens has both benefits and challenges, like better social development but also increased costs.
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Two kittens named Soy Sauce and Orange Chicken have received attention online.
They were featured in a viral Reddit post with over 34,000 upvotes.
The kittens are described as a bonded pair, meaning they share a close relationship.
Adopting a bonded pair can help with better social development and easier transitions for the cats.
Challenges of adopting bonded pairs include higher costs and more time for care.
Keeping them together can prevent distress and behavioral issues from separation.
There are potential cost savings with adoption discounts for bonded pairs.
Newsweek could not verify all details of the situation mentioned in the Reddit post.
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A man named Bahison Ravindran, born in India to Sri Lankan refugee parents, is seeking Indian citizenship. Due to a law change in 1987, he does not automatically qualify as an Indian citizen since neither of his parents is Indian. His situation highlights the challenges faced by many Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in India who remain without citizenship.
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Bahison Ravindran was born in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu to Sri Lankan refugee parents.
Although he held an Indian passport, authorities recently declared it invalid, citing his parent's refugee status.
Indian law requires at least one parent to be an Indian citizen for children born after 1 July 1987 to automatically receive citizenship.
Ravindran applied for citizenship through naturalisation after learning his status was not automatic.
There are over 22,000 individuals in similar situations, born in India to Sri Lankan Tamil parents after 1987.
India does not sign the 1951 UN Refugee Convention and regards Sri Lankan refugees as illegal migrants.
The 2019 Citizenship Amendment Act does not assist Tamils from Sri Lanka in gaining Indian citizenship.
Ravindran was arrested for holding an invalid Indian passport and released on bail; he is now seeking legal help to resolve his status.
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A woman in Florida lost her leg in a shark attack and later shared her toddler's amusing reaction to the news on TikTok. The attack happened in 2022 when a shark bit her while she was swimming, leading to the amputation of her leg. Her daughter now plays with shark toys and pretends to eat her mom's leg, a response that went viral online.
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A Florida woman, Addison Strickland, lost her leg in a shark attack in 2022.
She was attacked by a nine-foot shark while looking for scallops near Keaton Beach, Florida.
Her brother helped her escape the shark, but her leg had to be amputated.
She now uses a prosthetic limb and has a daughter named Saylor.
Strickland shared a TikTok video showing her daughter's playful reaction to her prosthetic leg.
The video quickly gained popularity, reaching over 800,000 views.
In Florida, shark attacks are a concern, with 14 incidents recorded there in 2024 out of 28 total U.S. attacks.
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A woman jogging in Central Park captured a Dalmatian howling in sync with a street performer playing the saxophone. The video, shared on TikTok, quickly gained popularity, attracting over 2 million views and many positive comments from users.
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A woman saw a Dalmatian howling along with a street performer playing jazz music in Central Park, New York City.
She recorded the moment and posted it on TikTok under the username @kpelll on September 20.
The video has been viewed over 2 million times and received more than 518,000 likes.
The Dalmatian's owner was also filming the event and appeared amused.
Central Park is known for various street performers, and this event delighted many viewers online.
Comments on TikTok highlighted how cute and joyful the moment was, with references to the movie "101 Dalmatians."
The video's response on TikTok showed widespread appreciation for the wholesome interaction.
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Forecasters are tracking two potential tropical cyclones in the Atlantic, called Invest 93L and 94L. These systems may develop into tropical storms and possibly affect areas including Florida and the Carolinas in the United States.
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The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is watching two disturbances in the Atlantic, named Invest 93L and 94L.
Spaghetti models show potential paths for these systems, with 94L possibly approaching the southeastern U.S.
Invest 93L has a high chance of forming a tropical cyclone, with an 80% chance in two days and 90% in seven days.
Invest 94L is moving near the Windward and Leeward Islands and may develop into a cyclone with a 30% chance in two days and 80% in seven days.
Areas potentially affected include Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas.
If either system becomes a storm, the names Humberto and Imelda will be used.
Forecasters note conditions could lead to the Fujiwhara Effect, where two storms interact closely.
The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30.
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