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Former President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil received a 27-year jail sentence for plotting a coup to overturn his 2022 election loss. A Supreme Court panel found him guilty of several charges, including attempting a coup and conspiring to abolish the democratic rule of law. He is currently under house arrest, and his legal team plans to challenge the sentence.
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Jair Bolsonaro was president of Brazil from January 2019 to December 2022.
He was found guilty by four out of five Supreme Court justices of plotting a coup.
Charges include armed criminal conspiracy and attempted coup d'état.
The plot aimed to overturn Bolsonaro's election defeat to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in 2022.
Conspiracy plans included targeting Lula and his running mate, as well as a Supreme Court justice.
Thousands of Bolsonaro's supporters stormed government buildings in Brasília on 8 January 2023.
Bolsonaro is barred from holding public office until 2030 due to earlier false claims about Brazil's voting system.
His lawyers plan to challenge the sentence, arguing for leniency or continued house arrest.
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A couple discovered a mystery wedding guest in photos from their wedding four years ago. After inquiries and help from an internet user, they identified him as Andrew Hillhouse, who mistakenly attended the wrong wedding. He was supposed to be at a nearby wedding but ended up at their event because of a directions mix-up.
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Michelle and John Wylie had a wedding in November 2021 at the Carlton Hotel in Prestwick.
They noticed a stranger in their wedding photos and couldn't identify him initially.
The stranger turned out to be Andrew Hillhouse, who attended the wrong wedding.
Andrew was meant to be at the Great Western Hotel in Ayr, two miles away.
He realized his mistake when the bride walked down the aisle, but stayed to avoid disruption.
Michelle eventually posted about it online and connected with Andrew through social media.
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Israeli forces have arrested over 100 Palestinians in the West Bank city of Tulkarem and imposed a curfew. These actions are part of a wider military operation that also follows an attack in East Jerusalem. The situation is part of ongoing tensions between Israel and Palestinian groups.
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Israeli forces conducted raids in Tulkarem, arresting more than 100 Palestinians.
A curfew was imposed in Tulkarem following these arrests.
This comes after two Israeli soldiers were injured by an explosive device in the area.
Six people were killed in a recent shooting attack in East Jerusalem, for which Hamas claimed responsibility.
Israel responded by ordering the demolition of the homes of the suspects involved in the East Jerusalem attack.
More than 200,000 Palestinians have been displaced from Gaza due to Israeli military actions.
Israeli settlers have also reportedly increased violence in the West Bank.
The political leadership in Israel has voiced opposition to a Palestinian state, affecting peace negotiations.
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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been found guilty by a majority of justices on Brazil’s Supreme Court panel of trying to hold onto power through a military coup after losing the 2022 election. Three out of five justices have already declared him guilty, and the final decision will include the remaining judge's verdict. Bolsonaro faces a potential prison sentence and is under house arrest.
Key Facts
Bolsonaro was found guilty on charges related to attempting a military coup after his 2022 election loss.
Three out of five Supreme Court justices have found him guilty; one judge has voted to acquit him.
The final sentencing decision is pending as the panel waits for the last judge's verdict.
Bolsonaro could face more than 40 years in prison if fully convicted.
Bolsonaro was banned from running for office until 2030 for spreading false claims about the voting system.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the trial as a "witch-hunt."
Bolsonaro has a solid political following, as shown by recent protests in support of him.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to expand settlements in the West Bank, a move that could prevent the formation of a Palestinian state. The settlement expansion, called the E1 project, includes 3,400 new homes and would separate much of the West Bank from East Jerusalem. Palestinian leaders and the international community have criticized this decision, calling it illegal under international law.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved a plan to expand settlements in the West Bank.
The new settlement project, known as E1, will cover 12 square kilometers east of Jerusalem.
The expansion includes 3,400 new homes for Israeli settlers.
This development will cut off large parts of the West Bank from East Jerusalem, impacting the possibility of a future Palestinian state.
East Jerusalem is considered by Palestinians as the desired capital of a future Palestinian state.
Under international law, all Israeli settlements in the West Bank are viewed as illegal, despite Israeli planning permission.
Palestinian leaders, including Nabil Abu Rudeineh, oppose the plan and call for international recognition of a Palestinian state.
The United Nations and various countries have condemned the settlement expansion, with a majority voting for Israel to end its presence in the West Bank.
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Israeli leaders praised Charlie Kirk, a U.S. conservative activist, as a strong supporter of Israel after he was shot and killed. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials highlighted his dedication to Judeo-Christian values and his efforts to support Israel. The motives behind Kirk's killing are not yet known, and no suspect has been arrested.
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Charlie Kirk, a U.S. right-wing influencer, was shot and killed.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised Kirk for supporting Israel.
Other Israeli officials described Kirk as a champion of Judeo-Christian values.
No suspect has been arrested for Kirk's killing, and the motive is unclear.
Kirk was known to promote conspiracy theories linking Islam and the political left as threats.
Israeli politicians focused on Kirk's close ties and support for Israel.
Some Israeli officials used the term “Judeo-Christian values” to describe Kirk's stance.
Kirk had shown support for Israel, despite sometimes questioning U.S. involvement.
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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been found guilty of trying to overthrow the government and leading an armed group. The conviction came after his supporters attacked government buildings following his election loss. Brazil's Supreme Court made this decision, and it is expected to further divide the country.
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Jair Bolsonaro, the former President of Brazil, was convicted of attempting a coup.
The conviction related to events after he lost the election, including attacks by his supporters on government buildings.
Brazil's Supreme Court reached a majority decision to convict Bolsonaro.
Supporters of Bolsonaro, including former U.S. President Donald Trump, claim the trial is political persecution.
The trial was widely watched by the public in Brazil through social media and television.
Evidence presented included plans to assassinate the current President Lula da Silva and others, though Bolsonaro denies involvement.
Bolsonaro had previously expressed doubts about the election system in meetings with foreign ambassadors.
The conviction may lead to a life-long prison sentence, but Bolsonaro plans to appeal the decision.
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New federal rules have restricted who can get the latest COVID-19 vaccines, leading to confusion and frustration. People who want to get vaccinated, but don't meet the new criteria, are having trouble accessing the shots.
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) only approved new COVID-19 vaccines for people 65 and older or those with health conditions making them more vulnerable.
People who are otherwise healthy and under 65 are finding it harder to qualify for a vaccine.
Some individuals are upset because they want the vaccine to protect themselves or family members.
The rules allow vaccination if a person has a doctor's prescription or qualifies under self-attestation, but many still face hurdles.
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims everyone can access vaccines if they want, but some people report being turned away.
Vaccine supply issues also contribute to access problems, as some places do not have the new shots in stock.
Independent health groups argue the vaccine benefits even healthy people by reducing severe COVID-19 risks.
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The article discusses the ongoing relationship between the United States and Israel, highlighting criticisms from American politicians and the public about Israel's actions. Despite these criticisms, the U.S. continues to support Israel. The article also mentions tensions in the Middle East, including U.S. sanctions on Yemen's Houthis.
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Israel has attacked a U.S. ally and drawn the U.S. into a conflict with Iran.
There are claims of genocide by Israel in Gaza.
U.S. support for Israel remains despite these issues.
Some U.S. senators from both major parties criticize Israel's actions and U.S. military aid to Israel.
Israel's popularity is declining among the American public.
U.S. sanctions were recently imposed on Yemen's Houthis due to growing regional tensions.
The article includes insights from experts and analysts on U.S. and Israel relations.
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Peter Mandelson was removed from his position following the release of messages linked to Jeffrey Epstein. This occurred a week before a scheduled state visit by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Peter Mandelson was removed from his role after messages related to Jeffrey Epstein came out.
The decision was made by Keir Starmer.
This happened a week before Donald Trump’s planned visit to the UK as part of a state visit.
The news was announced on 11 September 2025.
The announcement was made available through BBC channels and platforms.
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Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro was found guilty of planning a military coup. Three out of five Supreme Court justices convicted him of trying to stay in power after losing the 2022 election. Bolsonaro could face a long prison sentence.
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Jair Bolsonaro, former president of Brazil, was convicted for plotting a coup.
He was found to have conspired to stay in power after losing the 2022 election to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Three out of five Supreme Court justices voted to convict him.
Bolsonaro's supporters stormed government buildings on January 8, 2023.
One justice voted to acquit Bolsonaro, and one has not yet voted.
A simple majority of justices is enough to convict him.
Bolsonaro could face decades in jail and will be sentenced on Friday.
Bolsonaro was found guilty on five charges, including leading an armed criminal organization and attempting to abolish democratic rule.
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A shooting incident involving Charlie Kirk at a public event in Utah was widely shared online, showing how social media quickly spreads such content. Traditional news outlets were cautious not to show explicit footage, but graphic videos were extensively available on platforms like X, TikTok, and YouTube. The event highlights how the control over news content has shifted with social media's rapid sharing capabilities.
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Charlie Kirk was shot at a public event at a Utah college.
Graphic videos of the shooting appeared online almost instantly.
Traditional news avoided showing the shooting moment explicitly.
Social media platforms such as X and YouTube hosted the videos.
Meta's platforms applied warning labels but allowed videos.
The incident illustrates the reduced gatekeeping role of traditional media.
Social media allows wide and rapid distribution of explicit content.
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Kevin Struthers, the senior director of music programming at the Kennedy Center, was recently fired. This is part of a series of firings and resignations since President Trump appointed a new president for the center.
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Kevin Struthers, a senior director, was fired from the Kennedy Center.
Struthers had worked at the Kennedy Center for 30 years.
This termination follows several others at the Kennedy Center since President Trump appointed Richard Grennell as its new president.
The Kennedy Center co-presents an annual concert called A Jazz Piano Christmas with NPR.
The only upcoming jazz performance at the center features The Glenn Miller Orchestra.
Jason Moran, a former artistic director for the jazz program, left the Kennedy Center in July.
The Kennedy Center has not commented on the recent dismissal or future programming plans.
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Ireland announced that it will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 if Israel is allowed to compete. This decision is due to Ireland's criticism of Israel's military actions in Gaza. The European Broadcasting Union is still discussing how to handle participation amid these geopolitical tensions.
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Ireland's RTE broadcaster stated it will withdraw from Eurovision 2026 if Israel competes.
The decision is due to Ireland's strong stance against Israel's actions in Gaza.
Israel's war in Gaza has resulted in numerous deaths and international criticism.
Israel is a member of the European Broadcasting Union, which organizes Eurovision.
Eurovision participation decisions are taken by each broadcaster; the final decision for 2026 will be made by December.
Israel has closed its embassy in Dublin over Ireland’s criticisms.
Recent Eurovision contests have faced opposition due to Israel's participation.
Spain has imposed an arms embargo on Israel and also suggested excluding them from Eurovision.
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Belarus released 52 political prisoners, including activists and journalists, as part of a deal with the United States. In exchange, the U.S. agreed to ease some sanctions on the Belarusian airline, Belavia. The release occurred amid military exercises involving Belarus and Russia and increasing tensions with neighboring Poland.
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Belarus released 52 political prisoners as part of a deal with the U.S.
U.S. agreed to lift some sanctions on Belarusian airline Belavia.
The released prisoners included trade union leaders, journalists, and activists.
Over 1,000 political prisoners are still detained in Belarus.
The release coincided with joint military exercises by Belarus and Russia.
Poland closed its borders with Belarus during these military exercises.
Belarus is seeking to improve economic relations with the U.S.
The U.S. closed its embassy in Minsk in February 2022 after Russia used Belarus to launch an invasion of Ukraine.
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Authorities in Colorado reported that a teenager who shot at a high school was influenced by an extremist group. Additionally, the British ambassador to the U.S. lost his job due to links with Jeffrey Epstein. Separately, over 300 South Korean workers returned home after a raid in Georgia, and Americans observed the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
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A 16-year-old in Colorado was involved in a school shooting and was influenced by an extremist network.
The British ambassador to the U.S. was removed from his position because of ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
More than 300 South Korean workers were sent home following a raid in Georgia.
September 11 marked the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a significant event in U.S. history.
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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro received a prison sentence of more than 27 years. He was found guilty of trying to use military force to overturn an election and planning to assassinate the current president, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Key Facts
Jair Bolsonaro is the former president of Brazil.
He has been sentenced to over 27 years in prison.
Bolsonaro was found guilty of attempting to use military force to change the outcome of an election.
He was also found guilty of planning to assassinate Brazil's current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
The case involved discussions about the Trump administration's response to the situation.
Brian Winter from the Americas Society and Council of the Americas discussed the ruling with journalist Nick Schifrin.
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The article highlights several global events, including Prince Harry meeting his father King Charles for the first time in over a year, the canonization of the first millennial saint by Pope Leo, and the occurrence of a Blood Moon. It promotes a weekly quiz created by Ben Fell to test people's knowledge of recent events.
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Prince Harry met his father King Charles for the first time in more than a year.
Pope Leo declared the first millennial saint.
A Blood Moon was visible in large parts of the world.
The article refers to a weekly quiz that reviews recent events.
The quiz mentioned is put together by Ben Fell.
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A group of U.S. senators from both major political parties is working on a bill to label Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism. This action is in response to the alleged kidnapping of Ukrainian children and Russia's recent violation of Polish airspace. The bill includes potential economic penalties and seeks to escalate pressure on Russia.
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U.S. senators propose a bill to label Russia and Belarus as state sponsors of terrorism.
The proposed label is due to over 19,000 Ukrainian children reportedly kidnapped during the war.
Only four countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Syria) are currently on the U.S. terrorism sponsor list.
The bill aims to impose economic sanctions on Russia if it avoids negotiation with Ukraine.
A separate bipartisan sanctions bill has over 80 cosponsors and proposes high tariffs on goods from countries buying Russian oil.
Recent Russian drone activity violated Polish airspace, prompting international criticism.
Poland and NATO forces shot down over a dozen Russian drones after the violation.
The proposed legislation reflects growing bipartisan concern over Russia's actions.
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New York City held a ceremony to remember the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, when hijacked planes crashed into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. The attacks were carried out by 19 terrorists from al Qaeda, killing thousands and changing the city and country forever.
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On September 11, 2001, 19 terrorists hijacked four planes.
Two planes hit the Twin Towers in New York City; one hit the Pentagon in Virginia.
The fourth plane crashed in Pennsylvania after passengers fought the hijackers.
Both Twin Towers collapsed due to the impact and fires caused by jet fuel.
The attacks happened during the morning, with key events from about 7:59 a.m. to 10:28 a.m.
Five other World Trade Center buildings were destroyed or heavily damaged.
Cleanup at Ground Zero lasted many months, ending officially in May 2002.
The day is commemorated each year with moments of silence and a reading of victims’ names.
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