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A fire broke out at a block of flats in Battersea, south-west London. Around 80 firefighters are working to control the fire, which has affected the top floor and roof of the building.
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The fire is at a block of flats on Maysoule Road in Battersea.
The entire top floor and roof of the four-storey building are on fire.
About 80 firefighters are at the scene.
Firefighters are using a large ladder to spray water from above.
The building has been evacuated.
It is not yet known if anyone has been injured.
The cause of the fire is still unknown.
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A planned bus workers' strike in parts of London has been mostly called off after a pay deal was reached for many workers. Some routes may still face disruptions as negotiations continue with other workers. The action comes amid ongoing transport disruptions in the city due to other strikes.
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A bus strike in north-west and south-west London was set for September 12-14.
Workers were striking over pay and conditions with bus companies London United and London Transit.
London United workers accepted a new pay offer and canceled their strike action.
Further talks are planned between Unite union and London Transit workers.
If no agreement is reached, some bus routes, including 13/N13 and others, may still be affected.
The bus companies involved are owned by First Bus.
The pay offer includes an above-inflation increase and full back pay for employees.
The strike follows recent transport disruptions from rail and underground strikes in London.
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Two major international incidents are causing problems for the Trump administration. Israel conducted an air raid on Hamas offices in Qatar, and a Russian drone entered Polish airspace. Both events challenge the United States' efforts to manage foreign conflicts.
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Israel conducted an air strike on Hamas offices in Doha, Qatar.
Qatar condemned the attack, calling it a violation of international law.
The U.S. has one of its most important airbases in Qatar.
Israel's raid occurred soon after the Trump administration presented proposals for peace in Gaza.
A Russian drone entered Polish airspace, adding to diplomatic tensions.
Both incidents involve leaders Trump considers allies: Russia's Vladimir Putin and Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu.
Trump's administration has been trying to manage ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
These events raise questions about the U.S.'s ability to influence its allies' actions.
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Israel attacked Qatar's capital, targeting Hamas members during truce negotiations. The strike resulted in deaths and condemnation from Qatar, which hosts U.S. military bases and serves as a mediator in the region. The attack raises questions about Qatar's diplomatic role and its alliances.
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Israel attacked Doha, Qatar, aiming at Hamas's negotiation team.
The attack killed five Hamas members and a Qatari security officer.
Qatar reacted by condemning the attack as a criminal act.
Qatar serves as a mediator in Middle Eastern conflicts and hosts the largest U.S. military base in the region.
Israel's actions have strained Qatar's mediator role and relationships with other countries.
Qatar may leverage its mediator role or impose economic pressure in response to the attack.
An emergency UN Security Council meeting was called to address the situation.
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Israel has told everyone in Gaza City to leave as its military plans to take control of the northern part of the Gaza Strip. Despite Israel's warnings, many people in Gaza City refuse or are unable to leave, citing a lack of resources and safe places to go. Aid organizations highlight that areas designated for evacuees are overcrowded and lack necessary supplies.
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Israel has instructed the entire population of Gaza City to evacuate.
Israeli airstrikes continue in Gaza, with the military claiming control over 40% of the city.
Prime Minister Netanyahu mentioned that 100,000 people have left Gaza City.
Residents like Ammar Sukkar and Wael Shaban express their determination to stay, mentioning financial and logistical barriers to leaving.
Israel's army says there are shelters, food, and water in southern humanitarian zones.
Aid groups report these zones are overcrowded, and resources are insufficient.
The International Committee of the Red Cross considers the evacuation plan unworkable.
Israel is constructing a new aid distribution site near Rafah to help evacuees.
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Russian drones entered Polish airspace, leading to Polish jets and allied aircraft responding. Some drones damaged property, and Polish officials believe the event was intentional. The incident has raised questions about NATO's ability to respond to such actions.
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Russian drones violated Polish airspace 19 times, according to Poland's Prime Minister.
Polish jets, assisted by Dutch and Italian aircraft, shot down at least three drones.
Poland's Prime Minister said this was the closest Poland has come to conflict since World War Two.
European officials, including Germany's and Italy's defense ministers, viewed the incursion as deliberate.
Poland requested discussion under Article 4 of the NATO treaty due to security concerns.
Experts are divided on whether the incursion was intentional, citing possible GPS issues.
The drones were reported to be Russian-made and used possibly as decoys.
The incident will be reviewed by Poland, and findings shared with NATO allies.
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NATO planes have engaged enemy targets within allied airspace for the first time. NATO fired on Russian drones, marking a first since Russia's large-scale war in Ukraine.
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NATO planes engaged enemy targets in allied airspace for the first time.
This incident is linked to Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine.
NATO forces opened fire on Russian drones.
The Polish foreign minister commented on the events.
Russia and NATO have ongoing tensions due to the conflict in Ukraine.
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A leader from the United Arab Emirates visited Qatar to show support after Israel launched airstrikes targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar. The attack did not succeed in killing the leaders, but it caused tension in the area.
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The United Arab Emirates leader visited Qatar.
The visit was to show solidarity with Qatar.
Israel conducted airstrikes in Qatar aimed at Hamas political leaders.
The Israeli attack did not result in the deaths of the targeted Hamas leaders.
The airstrikes increased tension in the Gulf region.
Marwan Muasher from the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace discussed the impact of these events.
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Israel bombed a building in Doha, Qatar, where Hamas leaders were meeting. The strike has been condemned internationally for violating Qatar's sovereignty and international law.
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Israel conducted a bombing in Doha, Qatar, targeting Hamas leaders.
This meeting was about a U.S. proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza.
The attack drew global condemnation for breaking international law.
The bombing is seen as a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty.
The incident raises questions about Qatar’s role as a mediator in the region.
There are concerns about how this affects security in the region.
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Police in Los Angeles found human remains in a Tesla registered to the singer D4vd. Officials are investigating, but no suspects have been identified yet. The singer is cooperating with police while continuing his tour.
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Police discovered female human remains in a Tesla at a tow yard in Los Angeles.
The Tesla is registered to a singer named D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke.
D4vd is currently on a music tour but is cooperating with the investigation.
The vehicle was towed from the Hollywood Hills after being abandoned for five days.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner identified the remains as a female about 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 70 pounds.
The female had wavy black hair, wore a tube top and black leggings, and had a “Shhh...” tattoo on her finger.
No person of interest has been identified by the detectives involved in the case.
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NBA player Steph Curry and Martin Luther King III are working together on a project that encourages community service to help bring different communities together. They hope their efforts will help reduce racial and economic differences in the United States.
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Steph Curry is a professional basketball player in the NBA.
Martin Luther King III is the son of Martin Luther King Jr., a well-known civil rights leader.
They are partnering to promote community service projects.
The goal is to help heal racial and economic divides in the U.S.
This effort comes at a time when some government policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are being removed.
This initiative is part of a series called "America at a Crossroads."
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Canada is reevaluating its relationship with Israel following an attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar by Israel. The Canadian foreign minister expressed that the attack was unacceptable, especially since Qatar was trying to help with peace efforts in the Middle East. Canada is considering its future actions and whether to impose sanctions on Israel.
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Canada is reassessing its relationship with Israel after an attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar.
The Canadian foreign minister described the attack as unacceptable due to Qatar's peace efforts in the Middle East.
Canada is considering imposing sanctions on Israel but has not made a decision yet.
The European Commission also announced plans to reduce support for Israel.
Canada's stance on Israel has become more critical under Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Canada recently recognized Palestinian statehood, which upset Israel.
Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was generally supportive of Israel.
Canada's Prime Minister, Mark Carney, condemned the Israeli airstrike as escalating violence in the region.
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South Korea is working with the United States to bring home several hundred South Korean workers detained in a recent immigration raid in Georgia. The raid took place at a Hyundai plant, where workers were found during a check by U.S. officials. South Korea is negotiating with the U.S. to quickly return these workers.
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South Korea is negotiating with U.S. authorities to return detained Korean workers after a raid in Georgia.
The raid occurred on September 4 at a Hyundai battery factory in Georgia.
A total of 475 workers were detained, with more than 300 being South Koreans.
A Boeing 747-8i plane from Korean Air was prepared to bring the workers back.
The departure of the plane from the U.S. was delayed due to unspecified reasons.
The raid is part of a larger U.S. immigration enforcement effort.
South Korean companies, including Hyundai, are seeking better visa arrangements to ease business operations in the U.S.
Discussions between U.S. and South Korea included trade partnerships and defense cost-sharing.
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Prince Harry was seen entering Clarence House, raising speculation about a meeting with King Charles. There has been no confirmation from official sources, but both the King and Prince Harry were in London this week. The two have not met face-to-face since February 2024.
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Prince Harry entered Clarence House, possibly for a meeting with King Charles.
Buckingham Palace and Prince Harry's representatives have not confirmed any meeting.
King Charles traveled to London from Scotland on Wednesday.
Prince Harry has been in the UK for charity events this week.
The last face-to-face meeting between Harry and his father was in February 2024.
Prince Harry mentioned wanting to reconcile with his family in a BBC interview in May 2025.
Harry plans to leave the UK on Thursday to return to the US.
There is no indication of a meeting with Prince William during this visit.
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Israel has conducted airstrikes in several countries, including Qatar, Lebanon, Syria, and Tunisia, over recent days. These attacks are part of ongoing military operations by Israel and have resulted in numerous casualties and infrastructure damage. The strikes have targeted various groups and locations, such as Hamas leaders and Hezbollah sites.
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Israel launched an airstrike on a Hamas meeting in Doha, Qatar, killing six people, including security personnel and family members of a senior Hamas leader.
Israel's military actions have extended to at least six countries in the past 72 hours.
In Gaza, Israeli attacks have killed at least 150 people since Monday and injured over 540, with ongoing assaults causing extensive damage.
Despite a ceasefire, Israel carried out airstrikes in Lebanon, targeting areas associated with Hezbollah and resulting in five deaths.
Israeli forces conducted airstrikes in Syria, targeting military installations in Homs and Latakia, criticized by Syria as violations of its sovereignty.
Nearly 100 Israeli attacks have taken place in Syria this year, according to reports.
An Israeli drone reportedly attacked a ship associated with the Gaza flotilla off the coast of Tunisia, causing a fire but no reported fatalities.
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A flotilla carrying aid to Gaza, including activist Greta Thunberg, reportedly faced a second suspected drone attack. An object identified as a grenade was found on one of the vessels. Experts have been analyzing footage of the incident.
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The flotilla is part of a mission to deliver aid to Gaza.
Activist Greta Thunberg is traveling with the flotilla.
A suspected drone attack occurred for the second time in two days.
A device resembling a grenade was found on board one of the vessels.
BBC Verify is examining footage and has consulted weapons experts.
The flotilla aims to challenge Israel's naval blockade of Gaza.
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Files suggest that donations to the Conservative Party may not have followed legal rules. Wafic Said, a foreign billionaire, had meetings and calls with Boris Johnson and was referred to as a "donor," although he is not eligible to make political donations in the UK.
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Wafic Said, born in Syria, had meetings and calls with former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Official records described Said as a "donor," though he cannot legally donate to UK political parties.
Said's wife, a British citizen, has declared £2.6 million in donations to the Conservatives over 25 years.
Questions have been raised about whether these donations were legal.
A Conservative Party spokesman stated that proper checks were done to confirm the donations' legality.
Said had two phone calls with Johnson, with the 2020 call joined by the Conservative Party's then-chairman, Sir Ben Elliot.
Logs show Said, not his wife, as being the contact with political matters, despite her being the declared donor.
Documents reviewed were obtained by an organization called Distributed Denial of Secrets.
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Israel launched an attack targeting Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, resulting in the death of at least six people, including a Qatari security officer. The strike has complicated efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict and drew criticism from Qatar, which described the attack as "state terrorism." The attack also raised tensions in the Gulf region, particularly affecting Qatar's role as a mediator.
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Israel conducted airstrikes against Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar's capital.
The attack killed at least six people, including the son of a Hamas negotiator and a Qatari security officer.
Qatar's government condemned the strikes as "state terrorism."
The attack happened in a residential area with schools, embassies, and homes.
Qatar hosts both Hamas leaders and U.S. military forces at a major airbase.
Israeli Defense Minister called for Hamas to disarm and release hostages.
The incident has dashed hopes for a ceasefire in the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Reports suggest the attack may not have hit its intended targets.
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