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A TikTok video showing the difference between the outside and inside of a vacation rental in Bosnia has gained over 4.4 million views. The rental's outside looked old and worn, but inside, it was modern and comfortable. The couple who stayed there noted the contrast and linked it to the region's history.
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A TikTok video by Nadina from Toronto shows a vacation rental in Bosnia with a worn exterior and a modern interior.
The video has been viewed over 4.4 million times since September 5.
Nadina mistakenly referred to the rental as an Airbnb; it was booked via Booking.com.
The couple stayed for one night after their original reservation elsewhere fell through.
They chose not to reveal the specific city to protect privacy but mentioned it was well-known.
The rental matched the online photos, being clean and comfortable inside.
Nadina and her husband have ties to the region, influencing their view of the rental experience.
The experience highlighted memories of the region's past and the effects of war.
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A video by a London model, Karen Olla, went viral after viewers noticed a spider crawling on her during an outfit-of-the-day video. It coincided with the "spider season" in the U.K., a time when large spiders often enter homes.
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Karen Olla is a model and perfumer from London.
She posted an outfit-of-the-day video on TikTok on September 18, which gained over 17 million views.
A spider appeared in the video crawling across Olla's clothing.
The incident happened during "spider season" in the U.K., when spiders frequently enter homes.
The British Arachnological Society says these large house spiders are harmless to humans.
"Spider season" is when male spiders search for mates, often venturing indoors.
Arachnophobia, the fear of spiders, affects a significant portion of the global population.
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A bride decided to grow her own flowers for her wedding, and she shared her experience in a TikTok video that went viral. The video inspired many viewers and received praise for her effort and creativity.
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The bride started growing her wedding flowers from seeds in March.
Her TikTok video showing the flowers got over 844,000 views.
She grew various flowers like zinnias, statice, strawflower, and eucalyptus.
The bride mentioned environmental and ethical concerns about plastic flowers as reasons for her choice.
Her story inspired some viewers to consider growing their own wedding flowers.
One person even started a floral business after growing wedding flowers for their own wedding.
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A video showing an American bully dog reacting fearfully to a tiny puppy went viral on TikTok, challenging the breed's aggressive reputation. The video highlights the importance of proper introductions between dogs, especially when there is a big size difference.
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An American bully dog is shown in a TikTok video being scared by a 2-pound puppy.
The video has received over 951,000 views online.
The situation has sparked discussion about the breed’s gentle nature compared to its reputation.
Commenters related the dog's fear to human experiences, like fear of spiders.
A Spruce Pets article explains that introducing dogs properly is crucial, especially with size differences.
Tips for dog introductions include meeting in neutral areas and allowing slow, calm interactions.
Suggestions also include using barriers and ensuring both dogs are comfortable before direct contact.
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Malawi's former president, Peter Mutharika, is leading in the presidential election with 66% of the votes counted from two-thirds of the districts. Incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera has 24% of the votes, but his team hopes for a better outcome from the remaining districts. The final election results are expected by Wednesday.
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Peter Mutharika is leading with 66% of the votes from two-thirds of districts in Malawi.
Lazarus Chakwera, the current president, is in second place with 24% of the votes.
To win, a candidate must get more than 50% of the total votes.
The Malawi Electoral Commission will announce the final results by the end of Wednesday.
Some areas yet to report results have many voters, and Chakwera's camp hopes to gain votes there.
The electoral commission is verifying results for accuracy due to past issues of irregularities.
Earlier, courts annulled Mutharika's victory due to election irregularities in 2019.
Police arrested eight data entry clerks for allegedly trying to manipulate the election results.
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The U.S. has significantly increased tariffs on Indian shrimp imports, affecting the flow of shrimp from India, a major supplier. This change is impacting workers in India's shrimp industry, especially in Andhra Pradesh, where many people rely on shrimp processing jobs.
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Americans consume more shrimp than any other seafood, with about 5.5 pounds per person each year.
India supplied about 40% of the U.S. shrimp with exports valued at over $2.5 billion in 2023-24.
President Trump's administration increased tariffs on Indian shrimp to 50% as a response to India's purchase of Russian oil.
Andhra Pradesh in India is heavily affected since 75%-85% of its shrimp exports went to the U.S.
The shrimp processing industry employs over a million people in India and is a major economic driver with more than 240 processing plants.
Many workers, like a woman named Sita, have lost jobs or had their hours reduced due to decreased demand from the U.S. market.
Workers at processing plants face difficult working conditions and health issues, but the jobs are crucial as they offer the main source of employment in some areas.
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A South African pastor named Joshua Mhlakela predicted that the rapture would occur on September 23 and 24, 2025. His claim has spread on social media, leading some followers to take significant actions based on his prediction.
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Joshua Mhlakela is a pastor from South Africa.
He claims to have had religious visions predicting the rapture.
Mhlakela's prediction stated the rapture would happen on September 23 and 24, 2025.
His theory has gained attention and spread widely on social media.
This trend is referred to as RaptureTok, influencing some people to make life changes.
The story is ongoing and will be updated with further information.
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Slow Horses season five will start on Apple TV+ on September 24, 2025. New episodes will come out every Wednesday until October 29, 2025. You need an Apple TV+ subscription to watch the show.
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Slow Horses season five, episode one releases on September 24, 2025, on Apple TV+.
Episodes release weekly on Wednesdays, ending on October 29, 2025.
An Apple TV+ subscription costs $9.99 per month after a 7-day free trial.
Episode one will be available at Midnight Pacific Time/3 am Eastern Time.
Episode runtimes are usually between 40 and 55 minutes.
The show is a dark comedy about a group of British intelligence officers.
The characters work in a less prestigious department due to career mistakes.
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A viral TikTok video shows a golden retriever looking guilty after being scolded, but experts say dogs do not actually feel guilt like humans. Instead, dogs reflect stress and fear when receiving negative reactions from people. The video has gained over 1.3 million views on social media.
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A TikTok video featuring a golden retriever went viral, showing it appearing guilty after being told off.
The dog's owner’s girlfriend scolded it for being annoying, prompting its sad behavior.
Experts explain that dogs do not experience guilt like humans; their "guilty" look is due to stress and fear.
Dogs show signs like lip licking, tail tucking, and avoiding eye contact when stressed.
The video received over 1.3 million views and more than 181,000 likes on TikTok.
This behavior is typical regardless of whether the dog did something wrong, as they react to owners' negative tones.
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NASA is monitoring several asteroids that are approaching Earth. One of them, called "2021 R16," will pass by at a distance of about 2.41 million miles from the planet. NASA stresses that these near-Earth objects, while noteworthy, do not pose a threat to Earth at this time.
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NASA is tracking an asteroid named "2021 R16," which is bus-sized and will pass about 2.41 million miles from Earth.
"2021 R16" is expected to travel at a speed of around 19,000 miles per hour.
Two other asteroids, "2022 SW12" and "2025 SP3," passed by the Earth earlier, with "2025 SP3" coming as close as 255,000 miles.
NASA is also observing two more asteroids, "2018 QT1" and "2025 SR3," which will pass at distances of 3.13 million and 3.99 million miles, respectively.
Near-Earth objects are asteroids that come within 120 million miles of the sun.
NASA had earlier assessed an asteroid "2024 YR4" with a potential impact risk, which was later reported to pose no significant threat to Earth.
Potentially hazardous asteroids (PHAs) are tracked closely but currently pose no threat to Earth.
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An American woman named Jessica Collins is missing after she did not return to her cruise ship in Bonaire, a Caribbean island. She texted cruise staff saying she was safe and did not want to be found. Authorities in Bonaire are searching for her and are working with the cruise line and U.S. officials.
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Jessica Collins, 47, went missing after leaving her cruise ship in Bonaire on September 17.
She was traveling on the Carnival Horizon, which left Miami on September 13 and visited several Caribbean islands.
Collins texted a Carnival cruise staff member, saying she was safe but did not want to be contacted.
She left the cruise ship with all her identification and a backpack, leaving some personal items behind.
The Bonaire government and local police are actively searching for her.
Carnival Cruise Line has stated that Collins seemed to want to be on her own.
Collins’ missing case is compared to the 1998 disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley, another unsolved case in the Caribbean.
Bonaire authorities are asking for public help in finding any information on Collins.
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The U.S. Secret Service found and dismantled a large hidden telecom network near the United Nations in New York. This network could have disrupted cell service during the U.N. General Assembly, potentially causing major problems for both everyday life and emergency services.
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The Secret Service dismantled the network while the U.N. General Assembly was approaching.
The network was found near the United Nations in New York City.
It included more than 300 SIM servers and over 100,000 SIM cards.
The setup was within 35 miles of the U.N.
Investigators believe it could have disrupted cell towers and emergency 911 calls.
The threat was identified as significantly impacting normal and emergency communication.
The timing was critical as numerous world leaders were gathering for the U.N. meetings.
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The U.S. and China are competing for influence in Latin America. The U.S. conducted a military exercise called UNITAS 2025 with over a dozen Latin American countries, while China hosted a defense forum with leaders from 18 Latin American and Caribbean countries.
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The U.S. held a military exercise named UNITAS 2025 involving more than a dozen Latin American countries.
Photos show the U.S. used the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in this drill.
About 8,000 personnel from 26 countries participated in the exercise, focusing on cooperation and partnership.
China held the sixth China-Latin America High-Level Defense Forum in Beijing with 18 countries.
China's Defense Minister expressed a desire for closer and more resilient defense ties with Latin American countries.
The U.S. and China are both trying to strengthen their presence and influence in Latin America.
The U.S. Naval Forces emphasized the exercise was aimed at demonstrating commitment to maritime security and shared values.
China called for stronger international cooperation against transnational crimes and opposed external interference in Venezuela.
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European countries, including the UK and France, have recognized the state of Palestine at a United Nations conference. This move highlights a split between Europe and the United States over how to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The decision comes amidst ongoing violence in Gaza and differing views on a two-state solution.
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The UK and France recognized Palestine as a state at the United Nations.
The recognition is seen as a historic move in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
French President Emmanuel Macron supports the two-state solution, hoping it leads to peace.
Israel opposes this recognition, viewing it as rewarding Hamas for attacks on Israel.
U.S. President Donald Trump's administration backs Israel and criticized the European move.
The UN conference was supported by countries like Canada, Australia, and Saudi Arabia.
The conflict continues with Israeli military actions in Gaza and ongoing settlements in the West Bank.
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Hospitals in Khartoum, Sudan, are overwhelmed due to outbreaks of diseases like dengue fever, malaria, and typhoid. The rainy season has led to an increase in mosquito populations, spreading these diseases. The ongoing conflict between military forces has left many hospitals destroyed, making it difficult to provide proper medical care.
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In Khartoum, Sudan, there is an outbreak of diseases including dengue fever, malaria, and typhoid.
The disease spread has been intensified by the rainy season, which allows mosquitoes to breed.
Many hospitals are overwhelmed with patients, and some have been destroyed due to ongoing conflict.
Nearly half of Khartoum's hospitals are not operational because of the war.
A patient, Mohammed Siddig, experienced symptoms of dengue fever and reported a lack of proper treatment facilities.
Over 5,000 cases of these diseases have been reported recently, with many deaths.
The shortage of medical supplies forces some people to use alternative treatments at home.
Aid organizations warn that cases are likely to increase without adequate medical resources.
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A TikTok video of a rescue dog named Remmy has gained popularity for her preference for tea-dunked biscuits. Remmy's owner, Liv, adopted her after she was found abandoned, and now pampers her. Experts caution against giving dogs human biscuits and tea due to health concerns.
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A TikTok video featuring Remmy, a rescue dog, has received over 217,000 views.
In the video, Remmy shows preference by nodding for her biscuit to be dunked in tea before eating it.
The clip has earned more than 15,000 likes and many amused comments online.
Remmy, saved from being abandoned in a car park, now lives with Liv in London.
A survey showed Gen Z pet owners in the U.S. and Canada spend more on pets compared to other generations.
Experts advise against feeding dogs human biscuits or tea due to potential health risks.
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French President Emmanuel Macron called Donald Trump from a street in New York City after being blocked by Trump's motorcade. The incident happened shortly after Macron left the United Nations General Assembly.
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French President Macron was in New York City for the United Nations General Assembly.
Macron's car was blocked by President Trump's motorcade.
A video of Macron calling Trump from the street went viral.
Macron humorously asked Trump to "clear the road."
President Trump was in New York for his own upcoming UN speech.
This article reports a breaking news situation.
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A video about a grandmother who claimed her granddaughter's dog as her own became popular online. The story focuses on the strong bond between the grandmother and the dog, Otis, and how the granddaughter continued the lie after the grandmother's death. People shared their own touching experiences of similar relationships in response to the story.
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A woman named @leah_stankus shared a video on TikTok about her grandmother's relationship with her dog, Otis.
The grandmother told others that Otis was her dog because they had such a close bond.
After the grandmother's death, the granddaughter continued the story to the grandmother's friends.
The video received over 513,000 views and many people commented about similar bonds with pets and elderly relatives.
Some comments mentioned how pets help connect with loved ones who suffer from conditions like dementia.
The story resonated with many, bringing comfort to those who have lost grandparents.
Newsweek reached out to @leah_stankus for additional comments through TikTok.
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A woman discovered that her dog went missing from a dog day care and was nearly given away without her knowledge. The day care did not inform her about the incident; she learned the truth from a neighbor. This event has sparked concern and similar stories from other dog owners online.
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A woman left her dog at a day care and later found out it had gone missing.
She discovered this information from her neighbor, not the day care staff.
Two girls found her dog on a busy street and kept it safe.
The day care staff did not mention the incident when she returned.
The woman believes the experience traumatized her dog, affecting its behavior.
The incident led to other pet owners sharing similar experiences with dog day cares.
Some industry workers claim dog day cares often lack proper staffing and training.
The woman warns other pet owners to carefully choose day care facilities for their pets.
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A woman named Tiarne from Australia has shared her weekly routine of cleaning her stepdaughters' rooms, which she says creates a loving and stable home environment. This personal story gained attention on Instagram, with a viral video showing how she cherishes her stepdaughters. Tiarne emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships in blended families.
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Tiarne, from Australia, regularly cleans her stepdaughters' rooms when they are with their biological mother.
She has two stepdaughters, Isabelle and Tilly, and one biological daughter.
Tiarne grew up in a challenging environment and wants to provide a better home for her children and stepchildren.
The video she posted on Instagram has gained over three million views and more than 73,000 likes.
Some comments on her video were critical, but Tiarne focuses on her genuine bond with the children.
Tiarne advocates for patience and commitment in blended families and advises people to create positive memories.
She believes being a true parent is about love and presence, not just biology.
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