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Hurricane Lorena is becoming weaker and might change to a tropical storm soon. Despite this, parts of Mexico's west coast could still face dangerous floods and mudslides. The U.S. also issued alerts for possible flooding in some southwestern areas due to rainfall from Lorena.
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Hurricane Lorena is weakening and may become a tropical storm.
There is a risk of serious floods and mudslides on Mexico's west coast.
The U.S. National Hurricane Center has issued flood warnings for parts of the U.S. Southwest due to heavy rain.
Lorena was a Category 1 hurricane with winds up to 75 mph.
The storm was moving northwest, located about 110 miles from Cabo San Lazaro, Mexico.
Some areas in Mexico might get up to 15 inches of rain.
Arizona and New Mexico might see heavy rain of up to 5 inches, risking isolated floods.
Hurricane Kiko remains strong but is not a threat to land, as it is far from Hawaii and is beginning to weaken.
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Rescue teams are trying to reach survivors after a strong earthquake in eastern Afghanistan killed over 1,400 people. The quake, which happened near the Pakistan border, has injured thousands more and left many trapped in hard-to-reach areas. Relief efforts are difficult due to aftershocks and blocked roads.
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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border.
The quake killed more than 1,400 people and injured over 3,700.
Many survivors are in remote areas that are hard for aid workers to reach.
Aftershocks continue, causing rockfalls and blocking roads.
Kunar province had the most casualties; other provinces affected include Nangarhar and Laghman.
Over 500,000 people are affected by the disaster, according to the United Nations.
The Taliban government and international organizations like WHO are providing emergency aid.
Helicopter flights have evacuated about 2,000 injured people to hospitals.
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A study by the World Weather Attribution network found that climate change has made severe wildfires much more likely in the Iberian Peninsula, which includes Spain and Portugal. This year marked the worst wildfire season on record in these countries, with large areas of land burned and multiple fatalities reported. The study highlights the increased risks due to high temperatures, dry conditions, and unmanaged forests.
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Climate change has made hot and dry conditions for wildfires 40 times more likely in the Iberian Peninsula.
Spain and Portugal experienced the worst wildfire season since records began in 2006.
More than 380,000 hectares in Spain and 280,000 hectares in Portugal burned this year.
wildfires this year claimed at least four lives and forced thousands to evacuate.
In 2025, wildfires in Spain burned four times the average annual area of the last 30 years.
Rural areas in Portugal and Spain are more prone to fires because of unmanaged forests.
August saw extreme heat in the region, with temperatures over 40°C (104°F).
Over 1,100 deaths in Spain were linked to a record-breaking 16-day heatwave.
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In Pakistan's Punjab province, flooding has forced over half a million people from their homes in the past day. The flooding has affected 1.8 million people since last month, with efforts ongoing to evacuate and provide aid. The floods are linked to heavy monsoon rains and water released from dams in India.
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Over 500,000 people fled their homes in Punjab, Pakistan, in the last 24 hours.
A total of 1.8 million people have been displaced due to flooding since last month.
Flooding affected 3,900 villages, primarily in Muzaffargarh and Multan districts.
The floods resulted from monsoon rains and water released from Indian dams.
The Pakistani military and thousands of rescuers are involved in relief efforts.
Nonprofit groups are providing food and medical care to those affected.
India warned Pakistan about potential further flooding due to water release.
46 people have died due to the floods, affecting a total of 3.8 million people in the region.
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U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met with European leaders in Paris to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine. The discussions focused on long-term military support and continued U.S. involvement after the conflict in Ukraine ends. The meeting also involved talks about potential military support in the event of a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff met with European leaders in Paris to discuss Ukraine security guarantees.
The talks aimed to ensure long-term military support for Ukraine and continued U.S. involvement.
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stressed that U.S. backing is crucial for European security efforts in Ukraine.
There were discussions about potential military support if a ceasefire with Russia occurs.
U.S. President Donald Trump appointed Witkoff to help mediate peace talks.
Some European leaders participated in person, and others joined the meeting virtually.
Ukraine is seeking strong security guarantees covering air, sea, land, and cyberspace.
Ukraine hopes for ongoing U.S. intelligence sharing and air support as part of these guarantees.
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A powerful earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has killed over 2,200 people, according to Taliban officials. The 6.0 magnitude quake destroyed homes and trapped many under debris, particularly in the Kunar province. Rescue efforts are ongoing despite difficult terrain and reduced funding.
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Over 2,200 people have died from an earthquake in Afghanistan.
The earthquake had a magnitude of 6.0.
It struck eastern Afghanistan, affecting several provinces.
The hardest-hit area is Kunar, known for its steep river valleys.
Taliban officials are updating casualty figures as rescue efforts continue.
Tents and emergency supplies are being distributed to affected areas.
Challenges include rough terrain and a lack of funding for relief efforts.
International aid agencies are calling for more support.
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President Irfaan Ali of Guyana has claimed victory in the country's general election, securing a second term in office. Although official results are still pending, his party, the People's Progressive Party, reportedly won the majority of votes. The election focused heavily on the management of revenues from Guyana's significant oil reserves.
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Guyanese President Irfaan Ali claimed victory and a second five-year term, but official results are not yet out.
Ali's People's Progressive Party (PPP) received at least 242,000 votes, claiming majorities in 8 out of 10 districts.
A new party, We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), came in second with around 109,000 votes.
The election centered on how parties plan to manage revenues from newly discovered oil reserves found by ExxonMobil in 2019.
Guyana's state budget has quadrupled since the oil discoveries, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in the region.
The PPP was accused by opposition parties, including the WIN party, of unfair distribution of oil money, which the PPP denies.
Observers from the Organization of American States have not reported any electoral fraud.
A reported shooting incident involving election officials near the Venezuelan border is part of ongoing tensions between Guyana and Venezuela over disputed oil-rich areas.
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A court in Peru has sentenced former President Alejandro Toledo to 13 years and four months in prison for money laundering. This is his second conviction related to corruption involving bribes from a construction company. Toledo is among several former Peruvian presidents facing legal action for corruption.
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Former President Alejandro Toledo got a 13-year prison sentence for money laundering.
Toledo was accused of taking bribes from Brazilian company Odebrecht to buy property.
Prosecutors claimed Toledo used over $5 million in bribes to buy and pay off real estate.
Toledo has a previous sentence of over 20 years for taking $35 million in bribes from Odebrecht.
Several former Peruvian presidents, including Martin Vizcarra and Pedro Pablo Kuczynski, are involved in similar corruption cases.
Vizcarra was released on Wednesday while awaiting trial for alleged bribes as governor.
The wider "Car Wash" scandal, linked to Odebrecht, has affected many Latin American countries.
Toledo denies the charges and is serving his sentence in a special facility for former leaders.
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A man has been charged with the murder of Steven Cook, a British tourist who disappeared in Crete in 2005. Cook's remains were discovered in 2017, but it took until recently for charges to be filed. The case will be heard in a Greek court with potential involvement of UK authorities.
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Steven Cook vanished in Malia, Crete, on his first trip abroad in 2005.
His remains were found by workmen at the bottom of a well in 2017.
A 38-year-old British man, who was in Malia at that time, has been charged with his murder.
The suspect has returned to the UK, where he may face extradition back to Greece, depending on court decisions.
The case will be heard in the Mixed Jury Court of Heraklion on 21 October.
Cook's family received news of the charges shortly after the 20th anniversary of his disappearance.
Greek law allows the case to proceed without the suspect's physical presence unless otherwise required.
Cheshire Police are in touch with Greek authorities and support Cook's family.
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Experts determined the Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland was 100 to 120 years old by counting the rings in its trunk. After being illegally felled, the tree's age became clearer, confirming it was planted in the late 1800s. Two men were jailed for cutting down the tree in September 2023.
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The Sycamore Gap tree was located along Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland.
The tree was analyzed using its growth rings, estimated to be 100 to 120 years old.
Historic England conducted the first research into the tree's age.
Two men received four-year sentences for illegally cutting down the tree in September 2023.
The tree may have been planted between 1860 and 1890 by landowner John Clayton.
The tree had two stems that fused together around 30 to 35 years after planting.
The wood was examined at Fort Cumberland Laboratories in Portsmouth.
Future analysis may include advanced imaging to provide a more precise age count.
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Martha's rule, allowing families to request urgent second opinions in hospitals, is being expanded across England. This initiative, named after Martha Mills who died from sepsis due to care failings, has been tested since April 2024 and has led to numerous interventions that may have saved lives.
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Martha's rule is a system for families to get an urgent second opinion on medical care.
The rule is being implemented in all English hospitals that provide acute or short-term care.
Martha Mills died at 13 after developing sepsis; her parents campaigned for this rule.
Since April 2024, 143 hospital sites piloted the rule, resulting in nearly 5,000 calls.
These calls led to 241 potential life-saving interventions.
71.9% of calls to Martha's rule helplines came from families seeking help.
Adjustments in care occurred 720 times, including changes in medication or treatment.
Calls also helped resolve delays in treatment or communication issues in hospitals.
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Larry McMurtry's bookshop in Archer City, Texas, has reopened as the Larry McMurtry Literary Center after his passing in 2021. The center aims to preserve McMurtry's legacy and attract visitors with its extensive collection of rare and used books.
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Larry McMurtry's bookshop, previously the "temple of books," is now the Larry McMurtry Literary Center.
The center is open on weekends and hosts events for writers.
Larry McMurtry was a celebrated author, best known for his novel "Lonesome Dove," which won a Pulitzer Prize.
McMurtry's works have been adapted into films that won 13 Oscars.
After McMurtry's death in 2021, Archer City lost a major tourist attraction until the center reopened.
Locals hope the renewed interest in the center will boost tourism in Archer City.
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In 1994, Ukraine gave up its large nuclear weapons arsenal for security promises from the US, Russia, and the UK. This decision is now seen as possibly leading to Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Current discussions involve whether Ukraine can trust new security guarantees.
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In 1994, Ukraine surrendered a significant nuclear arsenal.
The US, Russia, and the UK provided security assurances to Ukraine in return.
This agreement is often viewed as a success in stopping the spread of nuclear weapons.
There is debate over whether the agreement led to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Current talks are considering new security guarantees for Ukraine.
Discussions involve past and present promises of protecting Ukraine.
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Israel has decided to build a new settlement in the West Bank, which is an area they have occupied. This decision has faced criticism because it could affect plans for creating a future Palestinian state.
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Israel approved the construction of a new settlement in the West Bank.
The West Bank is a territory occupied by Israel.
The new settlement plans have met with disapproval from various critics.
Critics say this move could harm the chances of a future Palestinian state.
The West Bank is a region that both Israelis and Palestinians claim.
The decision was reported as part of a morning news segment.
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Hundreds of thousands of Australians affected by an illegal welfare scheme known as "Robodebt" have received a record compensation payout. The scheme wrongly claimed that welfare recipients owed money, resulting in a $1.8 billion settlement. The Australian government will now pay an additional $475 million as further compensation.
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The "Robodebt" scheme incorrectly told welfare recipients they owed debts, which often did not exist.
A class action lawsuit in 2020 led to a $1.8 billion settlement for those impacted.
The scheme was found to be illegal, and government officials knew it was unlawful but continued it.
The current Labor government will pay an extra $475 million in compensation for harms caused.
Over $440,000 people were affected by the program, which ran from 2016 to 2019.
The scheme was related to incorrect calculations of welfare payments based on flawed income averaging.
A royal commission investigated the scheme and found significant legal violations.
Another $13.5 million will cover legal costs, and up to $60 million will manage the compensation process.
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Portugal had a day of mourning after a Lisbon streetcar accident killed 15 people. The streetcar derailed during the evening rush hour, injuring 23 others and leading to an investigation. Lisbon's famous streetcar service is paused for safety checks.
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A Lisbon streetcar accident killed 15 people and injured 23.
Portugal observed a national day of mourning for the victims.
The accident happened during the evening rush, around 6 p.m.
The streetcar, known as Elevador da Gloria, is a popular tourist attraction.
Officials have not yet explained the cause of the accident.
Emergency teams worked to rescue victims, completing their efforts in just over two hours.
Other streetcar services in Lisbon are halted for safety inspections.
The company operating the streetcar expressed condolences and is investigating the incident.
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Russia has firmly refused to discuss the possibility of foreign troops being deployed in Ukraine as part of any international peace efforts. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova emphasized that Moscow will not accept talks about a multinational security force in Ukraine. European leaders are working on plans for security guarantees for Ukraine, but Russia and Ukraine have not reached a peace agreement.
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Russia refuses to talk about foreign troops in Ukraine under any conditions.
Maria Zakharova, a Russian official, stated this position during the Eastern Economic Forum.
European leaders are making plans for a potential security force in Ukraine after the conflict ends.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen mentioned precise plans for such a force.
Ukrainian and European leaders plan to discuss security guarantees in Paris.
French President Emmanuel Macron said these security guarantee details are confidential.
Russia insists any peace deal must include land it annexed, while Ukraine refuses to cede territory.
Donald Trump plans to speak with Ukrainian and Russian leaders about the conflict.
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The Australian government has agreed to pay Nauru $1.6 billion over 30 years to resettle 354 migrants who cannot remain in Australia legally. The arrangement includes an initial payment and annual payments for Nauru to accept these individuals. This is part of Australia's ongoing approach to managing migrants through offshore detention.
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Australia will pay Nauru $1.6 billion over 30 years for resettling up to 354 people.
The agreement starts with an initial payment of $267 million and then $46 million each year.
The deal is part of Australia's policy to manage migrants who have no legal right to stay in Australia.
The agreement was formalized last week through a memorandum signed by Australia's Home Affairs Minister and Nauru's president.
Nauru, one of the smallest countries in the world, is expected to benefit economically from the deal.
Australia previously used Nauru for offshore detention of asylum seekers starting in 2001.
A Senate hearing revealed concerns about the financial implications, potentially reaching $2.5 billion AUD.
Not all 354 individuals are guaranteed to be sent to Nauru, as the island will make final decisions on acceptance.
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At least 60 people died after a boat carrying over 100 passengers capsized in Nigeria's Niger State. The boat hit a submerged tree stump and was overloaded, leading to the accident.
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At least 60 people died in a boat accident in Niger State, Nigeria.
The boat carried more than 100 people and capsized on the Kainji reservoir.
It left from Tungan Sule and was headed to Dugga for a condolence visit.
The vessel hit a submerged tree stump and was reportedly overloaded.
Local officials reported that rescue operations are ongoing to find missing people.
Many of the victims were women and children.
Such accidents are common during the rainy season in Nigeria due to poor safety practices.
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On September 4, Russian forces launched multiple attacks in Ukraine, causing fatalities and injuries. Ukraine and Russia each reported shooting down numerous drones and missiles. Diplomatic talks and military developments were discussed by leaders in Europe and beyond.
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Russian forces attacked Ukraine's Zaporizhia region, killing a 62-year-old man.
Russian attacks on Ukraine also resulted in one death in the Khmelnytskyi region.
A total of 35 people were injured across Ukraine due to Russian attacks.
Russia claimed to have shot down 170 Ukrainian drones and other aerial weapons.
Ukraine reported it shot down 430 Russian drones and 21 missiles.
A drone attack by Ukraine resulted in one death in Russia's Kursk region.
Nearly 30,000 homes in Ukraine's Chernihiv region lost power due to a Russian drone attack.
Diplomatic discussions continue, with France and Russia talking about post-war scenarios and potential peace meetings.
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