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Thousands of people in Brazil protested in support of former President Jair Bolsonaro. These protests happened just before the court was about to give a verdict in his important coup trial.
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Protests took place across Brazil.
People were showing support for Jair Bolsonaro.
Jair Bolsonaro is a former President of Brazil.
The protests happened before the verdict in his coup trial.
The trial concerns allegations related to a coup.
The event attracted tens of thousands of participants.
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Israel's Supreme Court ruled that the government must provide Palestinian prisoners with three meals a day. The court decided this after rights groups claimed prisoners were not getting enough food, causing malnutrition. The ruling comes amid ongoing conflict and difficult conditions in Israeli detention.
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Israel's Supreme Court issued a ruling about food for Palestinian prisoners.
The court said the government must provide three meals a day for prisoners.
Two Israeli rights groups requested the court's decision.
The ruling stated the need to meet basic survival conditions by law.
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to increased detentions.
Detained Palestinians have reported harsh conditions, including lack of food.
One government minister criticized the court's decision.
Rights groups involved faced threats during the court proceedings.
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Issa Amro lives in Hebron, a city in the West Bank. He documents the difficulties he faces due to Israeli settlers and military actions, including attacks and checkpoint closures.
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Issa Amro resides in Hebron, located in the West Bank.
The area is under Israeli occupation.
Amro faces uncertainty about how far he can travel from his neighborhood.
Israeli settlers sometimes attack residents in Hebron.
Checkpoints in the area are sometimes closed without warning.
Amro keeps a video diary to document these challenges.
The Israeli state and military provide support to the settlers.
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A total lunar eclipse created a "blood moon" that was visible in parts of Asia, Europe, Africa, and western Australia. This event occurred when the Earth blocked sunlight from directly reaching the moon, making it appear red.
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A total lunar eclipse was visible in Asia, Europe, Africa, and western Australia.
The eclipse caused the moon to appear red, known as a "blood moon."
The red color happens because Earth's atmosphere scatters blue light, letting only red light reach the moon.
The lunar eclipse lasted from 17:30 GMT to 18:52 GMT.
People in Asia, particularly India and China, had the best view of the eclipse.
Europe saw a partial eclipse at moonrise, while the Americas did not see the event.
Lunar eclipses can be viewed safely without special equipment, unlike solar eclipses.
The last total lunar eclipse before this one was in March of the same year, and before that, in 2022.
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South Korea's foreign minister is traveling to the United States to work on the return of hundreds of South Korean workers detained in Georgia. These workers were held for allegedly working illegally at a car battery plant operated by Hyundai and LG. The incident is creating tension between South Korea and the US, as both countries have recently discussed significant investments.
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South Korea's foreign minister is visiting the US to address the detention of over 300 South Korean workers.
The workers were detained for allegedly working illegally at a car battery plant in Georgia.
The plant is a joint venture between Hyundai and LG and is a significant foreign investment in Georgia.
ICE, a US immigration body, conducted the raid as part of a broader effort to curb unauthorized immigration.
South Korea has expressed concern over the detentions and is negotiating their return on a chartered flight.
The detained workers are being held at an ICE facility in Georgia.
South Korea recently agreed to invest billions in the US for manufacturing, including car batteries.
The incident is raising questions about foreign companies' ability to move operations to the US if they can't bring in necessary specialists.
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An Australian woman, Erin Patterson, was sentenced to life in prison for murdering three relatives with a meal that contained toxic mushrooms and attempting to murder another. The judge stated that her crimes were extremely serious and an elaborate cover-up followed the murders. The sole survivor of the poisoning, Ian Wilkinson, continues to face health issues.
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Erin Patterson, 50, was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole for at least 33 years.
She was convicted of murdering three family members and trying to kill a fourth person by serving them a toxic mushroom dish.
The court ruled her offenses as extremely serious with an intricate cover-up.
The incident occurred in Victoria, Australia, in 2023.
Heather Wilkinson survived the incident but continues to have health issues.
Prosecutors sought life sentences with no possibility of release, but parole is possible after 33 years.
Justice Christopher Beale noted her significant risk in prison due to the notoriety of the case.
Patterson has denied intentional harm, claiming the toxic mushrooms were added by accident.
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A new documentary by Andres Veiel examines the life and work of Leni Riefenstahl, who made films for Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime. The film explores Riefenstahl's involvement with Nazi propaganda and her later life, using extensive materials from her archives.
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Leni Riefenstahl was a filmmaker who created propaganda movies for Adolf Hitler and the Nazis.
She directed films like "Triumph of the Will" and "Olympia," which portrayed Nazi rallies and events.
Although she faced multiple trials after World War II, Riefenstahl was never convicted of war crimes.
Andres Veiel's documentary is presented as a comprehensive look at Riefenstahl's career and legacy.
The documentary uses Riefenstahl's personal archives, including tapes and photographs, to explore her life and actions.
Veiel investigates a specific incident captured in a photo, suggesting Riefenstahl witnessed violence against Polish Jews during filming in 1939.
Riefenstahl was never formally labeled as an integral part of the Nazi regime but rather as a collaborator.
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On Brazil's Independence Day, large crowds gathered in various cities to support and oppose former President Jair Bolsonaro. His supporters rallied just days before the expected verdict in his trial for allegedly trying to overturn his 2022 election defeat. Bolsonaro faces up to 43 years in prison if found guilty of plotting a coup.
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Large rallies took place in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasilia both supporting and opposing Bolsonaro.
Bolsonaro's trial is concluding soon, and he could face 43 years in prison if convicted of trying to retain power after losing the 2022 election.
Bolsonaro’s supporters waved Brazilian and U.S. flags, signaling support from former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Bolsonaro denied the charges, and Trump's recent actions include calling the trial a "witch-hunt" and imposing tariffs on Brazilian goods.
In Sao Paulo, an estimated 40,000 people gathered in support of Bolsonaro, including his wife, Michelle Bolsonaro.
The rallies occurred as Brazil's Supreme Court is set to rule on Bolsonaro's case by Friday.
Bolsonaro is barred from running for office again, but his son Flavio wore a "Bolsonaro 2026" shirt and criticized the Supreme Court.
Others criticized foreign interference, mentioning U.S. tariffs and Brazil's sovereignty in speeches during military parades attended by President Lula.
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At least five people died after two attackers opened fire at a bus stop in north Jerusalem. Fifteen others were injured, and police shot the attackers soon after the incident. The attack occurred at a busy intersection leading to Jewish settlements.
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Two attackers opened fire at a bus stop in north Jerusalem.
At least five people died in the shooting.
Fifteen people were injured, with six in serious condition.
The attackers also boarded a bus and continued shooting.
Police shot the attackers shortly after the attack started.
The incident took place during the morning rush hour.
There has been no immediate claim of responsibility from Palestinian militant groups.
Recent conflicts in Gaza and surrounding areas have led to increased violence.
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Norway is voting for its next parliament, with a close competition between the centre-left bloc led by the Labour Party and the centre-right bloc led by the Progress Party and Conservatives. Key issues include inequality, taxation, and the controversy over investments tied to Israel by Norway's sovereign wealth fund. The outcome will depend on proportional representation, with no single party expected to win a majority.
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Norway's election involves choosing 169 members of its national legislature, the Storting, for four years using proportional representation.
Key issues in the election are taxation, economic inequality, and investments in Israel by Norway’s sovereign wealth fund.
The sovereign wealth fund, set up from oil sales, is the world's largest, valued at $2 trillion.
Nine parties are expected to win seats, covering both centre-left and centre-right coalitions.
Labour's Jonas Gahr Stoere aims to stay in power, while Sylvi Listhaug or Erna Solberg could lead a centre-right government if they win.
Labour supports stable taxes, while some allies push for higher taxes on the wealthy.
Voting started in July with final votes cast on September 8, and early results expected that evening.
No party is predicted to win an outright majority, leading to likely coalition negotiations.
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London Underground services are facing major disruptions due to a strike by workers over pay and conditions. The strike started on Sunday and is planned to continue until Thursday, with very limited Tube service available.
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London Underground services have been heavily disrupted since Sunday.
The walkout is organized by members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT).
The strike will last until Thursday with different RMT member groups striking on different days.
The Elizabeth line and the Overground are running but are expected to be more crowded.
Transport for London (TfL) has updates on affected lines on their website.
This strike is about disagreements over pay and working conditions.
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India has expanded its censorship powers by allowing more government officials to demand the removal of online content they consider harmful. The new platform, called Sahyog, lets federal, state, and even district-level officials issue takedown requests to social media companies. This move builds on existing laws and could affect how online speech is regulated in the country.
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India introduced a platform called Sahyog that lets more officials demand the removal of online content.
Previously, only two federal ministries could issue such takedown notices.
The Sahyog platform became active in October 2024.
Since then, officials have requested the removal of content from 3,465 URLs.
Social media companies risk losing legal protection if they do not comply with takedown demands.
The government relies on Section 79 of the IT Act to expand these censorship powers.
At least 72 tech companies, including Google and Meta, have joined Sahyog.
Critics are concerned about the lack of transparency and increased censorship.
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A large drug bust in the Irish Sea stopped a plan to smuggle over 2.2 tonnes of cocaine into the UK and Europe. Eight men were jailed, but European authorities admit they struggle to stop cocaine trafficking due to limited resources. Ireland's coastline is a key target for smugglers, and its defenses are stretched.
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More than 2.2 tonnes of cocaine were seized by Irish authorities in a failed smuggling attempt.
Eight men involved in the plan were convicted and jailed for a total of 129 years.
Last year, 100 suspected drug-trafficking ships were not stopped due to limited available vessels.
The MV Matthew, a ship used in the attempt, was bought by cartels in August 2023.
UK saw consumption of 117 tonnes of cocaine last year; cocaine-related deaths have significantly increased since 2011.
Smugglers adapt by using at-sea methods and targeting different routes, like Ireland's extensive coastline.
Ireland has around 2,000 miles of coastline, considered vulnerable due to low defense spending and limited naval and air resources.
The Irish government plans to increase defense funding by €600 million over the next four years.
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The United States has increased import taxes on Indian goods to 50%, citing India's purchases and use of Russian crude oil. The U.S. is a major importer of refined oil products from India, many of which originate with Russian crude oil. This step has affected trade relations between the U.S. and India.
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The U.S. increased tariffs on Indian goods to 50%.
The Reliance Industries refinery in India sources nearly half of its crude oil from Russia.
The U.S. imported about $1.4 billion worth of oil products from India in the first seven months of the year.
Over 90% of these imported oil products came from the Reliance refinery.
The U.S. claims India profits from buying discounted Russian crude and selling refined products globally.
Other countries, like China, are also major buyers of Russian crude but have not faced similar U.S. penalties.
India's Foreign Minister criticized the U.S. for focusing on India while other nations also trade heavily with Russia.
Despite U.S. pressure, India plans to keep importing from countries offering the best deals.
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In 1980, Elaine Batchelor, a 22-year-old woman, was traveling alone on a night train to Greece when two young men attempted to harm her. Two older men intervened, protecting her throughout the night until she reached her destination.
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Elaine Batchelor was 22 years old and backpacking across Europe in 1980.
She boarded a night train from Yugoslavia to Greece, where she was likely the only woman.
Two young men tried to harm her on the train.
Two older men intervened and protected her for nearly 12 hours.
The older men shared their food and water with Batchelor during the journey.
No one spoke English, but Batchelor felt safe with the older men.
Batchelor expressed gratitude for their protection once she arrived in Greece.
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New dietary guidelines are expected to change the long-standing advice against consuming whole milk and other full-fat dairy products. Research suggests that saturated fat in dairy may not increase heart disease risk as previously thought. Recent studies indicate that full-fat dairy might have health benefits when included in a balanced diet.
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The U.S. government plans to update dietary guidelines concerning whole milk and full-fat dairy products.
Previous guidelines recommended low-fat dairy to reduce saturated fat intake over heart disease concerns.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy aims to give whole milk, cheese, and yogurt more prominence.
Some recent studies show full-fat dairy does not necessarily increase heart disease risk.
Research suggests full-fat dairy might have some health benefits over low-fat options.
A study reported that whole milk could improve "good" cholesterol levels compared to skim milk.
Experts argue that more rigorous research is needed to compare the health effects of different dairy fat contents.
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The morning news brief covers several important topics, including former President Trump's decision about the National Guard in Chicago, a courtroom event involving a man charged with trying to assassinate Trump, and Russia's recent airstrike on Ukraine.
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Former President Trump plans to send the National Guard to Chicago.
Trump has reduced his aggressive statements related to this plan.
A man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump is currently on trial.
Russia conducted a large airstrike on Ukraine.
The news was shared as part of a morning news briefing.
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The article discusses a flavorful recipe featuring white beans, chorizo, and marinated tomatoes and onions, which is ideal for the transition from summer to fall. Dan Souza from America's Test Kitchen shares insights about the recipe and explains key culinary concepts, such as the difference between types of olive oil.
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The recipe includes white beans, chorizo, marinated tomatoes, and onions.
It's described as suitable for both summer and fall seasons due to its fresh yet hearty nature.
Dan Souza is the chief content officer at America's Test Kitchen.
Extra virgin olive oil comes from the first cold pressing of olives.
The dish can be made with vegan chorizo, which also provides the necessary fat and flavor.
Crisped chorizo releases fat, which coats and flavors the entire dish.
The article discusses culinary terms related to olive oil and vegan meat options.
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The French government is facing a possible collapse due to an upcoming confidence vote on the budget. If the current Prime Minister loses the vote, President Emmanuel Macron may need to find a new prime minister.
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The French government is at risk of collapsing.
A confidence vote on the budget is planned.
The current Prime Minister might lose this vote.
If the vote is lost, it will be the fifth time President Macron appoints a prime minister.
The situation highlights political instability in France.
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