Nepal faces a severe rebuilding challenge after flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border killed at least 1,200 people and left thousands missing. The country, highly vulnerable to climate change but a low contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, says it will need billions of dollars in funds to recover.
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Flash floods hit the Nepal-Tibet border area, causing at least 1,200 deaths.
Thousands of people are still missing after the floods.
The exact cause of the flash floods is still being studied by scientists.
Nepal is very vulnerable to climate change impacts despite producing low greenhouse gas emissions.
Villages and roads are covered in debris and rubble from the floods.
Nepal’s government says it will need billions of dollars to rebuild the affected areas.
Relief and rebuilding efforts are currently underway amid difficult conditions.
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U.S. Central Command is reviewing a strike in Iran that reportedly hit a wedding, causing civilian casualties. Iranian sources say five people died and 67 were injured, but the U.S. military has not confirmed responsibility and is investigating to determine what happened.
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The incident happened during U.S. strikes in Iran last Tuesday.
Iranian Red Crescent reported five killed and 67 wounded at a wedding blast.
Iranian officials say the U.S. strike caused the casualties.
CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper ordered an internal review of the strike.
The U.S. military is checking drone footage and targeting procedures from that strike.
The area targeted included a communication tower used by both civilians and the military.
The investigation will consider if an Iranian weapon may have accidentally caused the damage.
Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. investigates and learns from any military mistakes.
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Argentina's President Javier Milei said his government will punish oil companies working near the Falkland Islands as Argentina continues to claim the British-controlled territory. He also mentioned that the United States might change its neutral stance on the dispute, and announced plans for a naval base in southern Argentina.
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Argentina claims sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, which are currently a British overseas territory.
President Milei wants to sanction oil companies exploring the Sea Lion oilfield near the Falklands.
The Sea Lion oilfield has about 1.7 billion barrels of oil and production might start in 2028.
Argentina has a law to restrict unauthorized oil projects around the islands.
In 2013, Falkland island residents voted nearly 100% to remain under British control.
President Milei said the U.S. is reconsidering its neutral position on the Falklands dispute.
The Falklands war in 1982 resulted in many deaths and ended with Britain regaining control.
Milei announced plans for a new Argentine naval base in Tierra del Fuego, near the islands.
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The UN General Assembly will vote on a proposal to replace the traditional Mercator world map with a more accurate map that better shows Africa’s true size. The change is supported by Togo, the African Union, and other countries to improve how Africa is represented in education and technology.
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The Mercator map was created in 1569 and is widely used but distorts the size of countries, making Africa look smaller than it is.
Africa is actually 14 times larger than Greenland, even though the Mercator map shows them as similar in size.
The UN vote is based on a resolution sponsored by Togo and backed by the African Union's 54 member states.
The resolution is non-binding but could lead to changes in school lessons and digital maps worldwide.
Critics say the Mercator map reflects old western views and affects how power and development are seen globally.
Alternatives like the Gall-Peters map and the 2018 Equal Earth map show countries more accurately by size.
The #CorrectTheMap campaign pushes for the Equal Earth map to be adopted to correct misconceptions about Africa.
The vote follows a recent UN decision, also led by African countries, to recognize the slave trade as a grave crime against humanity.
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Police and protesters fought in the capital city of Chile outside a meeting called the Madrid Forum, which is linked to far-right politics. A speaker from Argentina named Javier Milei spoke at the meeting.
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Clashes happened between police and protesters in Santiago, Chile.
The event was the Madrid Forum, known to involve far-right groups.
Javier Milei, an Argentine politician, spoke at the forum.
The protests took place outside where the summit was held.
Police were involved in controlling or responding to the protests.
The Madrid Forum hosts right-wing political discussions.
The protests and police response occurred in Chile's capital city.
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Leaders of the International Criminal Court (ICC) say that efforts by the United States under President Donald Trump to isolate the ICC are weakening trust in international law. They emphasize that the ICC is a last-resort court created by countries to prosecute serious crimes and reject claims that it undermines national sovereignty.
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The ICC investigates crimes like genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
The United States, not a member of the ICC, has pressured countries to distance themselves from the court.
President Trump’s administration imposed sanctions on ICC judges and officials.
The US opposes ICC investigations involving Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and past US personnel cases.
ICC leaders say weakening the court threatens the rule of law worldwide.
Joining international treaties and courts is seen as an exercise of a country's sovereignty, not a loss of it.
President Trump’s administration has withdrawn the US from several UN bodies and stopped funding some international organizations.
ICC leaders call on member states and supporters to defend the court against political pressure.
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The United States has announced new economic sanctions against Cuba, targeting Cuban companies and individuals, including a member of the Castro family. These measures are part of a broader U.S. effort to pressure the Cuban government and its economy amid ongoing political tensions.
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The U.S. imposed sanctions on several Cuban companies and Fidel Ernesto Castro, grandson of Raul Castro.
The sanctions aim to pressure Cuba’s government, which the U.S. describes as a failed communist regime.
Since January, President Donald Trump has increased efforts to weaken Cuba through sanctions and a fuel blockade.
Cuba recently introduced significant economic reforms, including allowing private tour agencies and easier foreign bank access.
The U.S. accuses Cuba of threatening national security by exporting Marxist ideology.
Cuba denies threatening the U.S. and calls the accusations false.
The UN warned that U.S. sanctions harm Cuban civilians, affecting healthcare and power supply.
New sanctions target companies in nickel mining, energy, and Cuba’s state-owned bank Banco Exterior de Cuba.
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New research shows that changes in the brain linked to Alzheimer's disease can begin at least seven years before current brain scans can detect amyloid plaques, which have been seen as the earliest sign of the disease. These early changes were found using MRI scans and suggest that the Alzheimer's disease process starts earlier than previously thought.
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Alzheimer's disease has been detected early by looking for amyloid plaques on PET brain scans.
New study followed healthy older adults with repeated MRI scans for nearly 20 years.
Structural changes in the brain appeared at least seven years before amyloid plaques showed on PET scans.
These early changes could mean that brain damage is happening before plaques are visible.
Researchers suggest different biological processes might start the disease before amyloid plaques form.
Blood and spinal fluid tests have also shown changes long before plaques appear on brain scans.
Understanding these early changes may help improve diagnosis and lead to better treatments.
Blood tests for certain proteins (like plasma p-tau217) are being used to speed Alzheimer’s diagnosis but they are not perfect.
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Ghana now requires some gold exporters to refine their semi-processed gold locally before shipping it abroad. This rule aims to keep more money and jobs inside Ghana by increasing local processing of the country's gold.
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Starting September 1, some gold exporters in Ghana must refine gold dore (semi-processed gold) in Ghana before exporting it.
The Ghana Gold Board issued this rule based on a 2025 law that controls gold buying, selling, refining, and exporting.
The policy aims to help Ghana capture more value and profits from its gold industry instead of sending that value overseas.
Ghana has four licensed gold refineries, including Gold Coast Refinery and Royal Ghana Gold Refinery.
The government hopes local refining will create jobs and support industries like jewelry making.
Ghana produced about six million ounces (185 tonnes) of gold in 2025, with both large and small-scale mining activities.
GoldBod plans to build the largest gold refinery in Africa within Ghana.
Existing export contracts must be changed to follow the new local refining rule before being approved.
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The news discusses several international issues including UK Reform party leader Nigel Farage filmed accepting possible illegal donations, increasing concerns about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s behavior, and tensions between Argentina and the UK over the Falkland Islands with potential sanctions by Argentina. It also covers U.S. President Donald Trump’s statement refusing to help the UK if Argentina invades the Falklands, warnings about a strong upcoming El Niño climate event, and Europe facing low gas reserves before winter.
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, was filmed by undercover reporters allegedly accepting donations that might break rules.
UK security sources say Russian President Vladimir Putin is becoming more reckless and isolated from sensible advisors.
Argentine President Javier Milei plans sanctions on British oil drilling near the Falkland Islands amid talks between Argentina and the U.S. about possible access to the oil.
The Falkland Islands are British territory but Argentina claims them, leading to a war in 1982.
President Donald Trump said he will not help Britain if Argentina invades the Falklands, citing past disagreements.
The United Nations warns of a very strong El Niño weather event that could cause record-breaking temperatures and severe storms.
Britain’s national emergencies minister advises people to store food and water in case of winter power cuts due to climate impacts.
Europe faces record low gas reserves ahead of winter, creating risks of shortages if supplies or renewable energy fall short.
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Gloria Steinem, a well-known activist for women’s rights, has died at the age of 92. She was an important figure in the feminist movement from the late 1960s and inspired many women.
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Gloria Steinem was an activist dedicated to women’s rights.
She played a key role in the feminist movement starting in the late 1960s.
She influenced many generations of women through her work.
Steinem passed away at the age of 92.
Her efforts helped promote equality and women’s empowerment worldwide.
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The UK will see warmer temperatures this weekend, with southern areas reaching up to 27°C (81°F). Before the weekend warmth, the northern half of the UK will experience wet and windy weather due to low pressure systems coming from the Atlantic.
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Southern UK could reach 27°C on Sunday, with temperatures around 24°C in parts of England and Wales.
Northern regions, including Scotland and Northern Ireland, will have cooler, windy, and rainy weather on Friday.
Low pressure systems are affecting northern and western Scotland, bringing rain and strong winds.
High pressure in southern England and Wales is blocking rain, causing ongoing droughts and hosepipe bans.
Saturday will be mostly dry and warmer due to warmer air coming from France and central Europe.
Sunday may bring cloudy and damp weather to northern parts like Northern Ireland and western Scotland.
Next week might bring more rain and possibly stormy weather, but exact details are uncertain.
For updates, people are advised to check the BBC Weather app and website.
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A sea eagle with a healed broken wing has been seen flying again above Scotland's Isle of Mull. Despite falling from its nest as a chick during a storm in 2023, the bird, nicknamed Kinky, survived and was cared for by its parents for an unusually long time.
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The eagle fell from its nest as a chick in 2023 and survived with a badly broken wing.
The bird, called Kinky, has a distinctive crooked wing where the bone healed.
Kinky's parents stopped breeding for a year to care for the injured chick.
The eagle was recently seen flying over Loch Spelve on the Isle of Mull.
Experts say Kinky might face challenges from adult eagles now that it is older.
Sea eagles were hunted to extinction in the UK by 1918.
A reintroduction program started in Scotland in 1975, helping the population recover.
White-tailed sea eagles have been living again on the Isle of Mull since the 1980s.
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This news report covers the cleanup efforts at Ground Zero in New York City a few months after the 9/11 attacks. Large pieces of debris fell into underground basements, making the cleanup difficult and dangerous for workers involved.
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The report is about the cleanup at Ground Zero following the September 11, 2001 attacks.
Large chunks of building debris fell through underground basements.
The cleanup took place several months after the attacks.
Workers faced exhausting and risky conditions during the cleanup.
The report is from the CBS News program "60 Minutes".
The cleanup was essential for recovering the site and managing the aftermath of the disaster.
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Haiti’s Foreign Ministry asked the United Nations Security Council to extend the mission of an international force that fights gangs in Haiti. The Gang Suppression Force’s current mandate will end on September 30 unless renewed, and Haitian officials warn that gang violence threatens upcoming elections and public safety.
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Haiti’s Foreign Minister Raina Forbin requested the Gang Suppression Force (GSF) be fully deployed with international support.
The GSF’s mandate expires on September 30, pending UN Security Council approval to extend it.
From April to June 2024, around 1,408 people were killed and 656 injured in Haiti, much due to gang violence.
Haiti plans to hold general elections on December 13, the first in 10 years, but violence may disrupt the vote.
Political instability has worsened since former President Jovenel Moise was assassinated in 2021.
About one million people have been displaced by gang control in Port-au-Prince.
The Organisation of American States will send a team to observe the elections and support Haiti’s electoral council.
Nearly 200,000 Haitians have been forcibly returned to the country so far in 2024, worsening humanitarian concerns.
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Vice President JD Vance said he would not call the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran a war, even as the violence has continued for seven months. Attacks have increased during this period, but Vance’s description suggests a different view of the situation.
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The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has lasted about seven months.
Attacks in this conflict have been increasing.
Vice President JD Vance stated he would not label the situation as a war.
The statement was made publicly on September 3, 2026.
Other news topics on the same day included severe weather, shootings, and the death of Gloria Steinem.
Analysts and officials have discussed different strategies and views on the conflict, including economic pressure and diplomatic approaches.
Iran has launched attacks on neighboring countries like Kuwait during this period.
Coverage of this topic appeared alongside many live streams and reports from ABC News.
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Kenya is facing a shortage of fresh milk, which is causing problems for people who enjoy drinking chai tea with milk several times a day. The shortage is mainly due to drought that has reduced grass for cows and increased costs for animal feed, leading to lower milk production and supply in stores.
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Kenyans commonly drink chai tea made with lots of milk, often multiple times a day.
Milk supplies in supermarkets are low, and prices have gone up, with limits on how much customers can buy.
The drought has reduced pasture land, lowering milk production and deliveries to processors.
Formal milk deliveries dropped from 84.4 million liters in June to 81.3 million liters in July, with a further decline expected in August.
The cost of animal feed has increased by 45%, adding pressure on farmers.
The Consumer Federation of Kenya says the shortage could have been less severe if surplus milk had been turned into powder and stored for dry seasons.
The dairy board and milk processors are being urged to support farmers and monitor prices to prevent overcharging.
Kenya is one of Africa’s top milk producers, with high milk consumption especially in urban areas.
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The U.S. government has increased the number of flights deporting people to Haiti amid ongoing gang violence in the country. More than 100 people were deported on a recent flight that landed in northern Haiti, as gang control and violence continue to make parts of the country unsafe.
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Over 100 people were deported to Haiti on a flight from Louisiana to Cap-Haitien.
This was the third weekly deportation flight to Haiti, increasing from monthly flights.
Two flights in late August deported more than 200 people to Haiti.
One deportee on the latest flight, Renan Hédouville, is accused of corruption and previously led Haiti’s Office of Citizen Protection.
Some deportees had Temporary Protected Status and lived and worked legally in the U.S.
The main airport in the Haitian capital, Port-au-Prince, is avoided for safety reasons due to gang violence.
Gangs control about 70% of Haiti’s capital and large areas in the central region.
Nearly 1.5 million people have been displaced by gang violence, with over 3,000 deaths reported in the first half of the year.
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Gloria Steinem, a journalist and important leader in the women's rights movement, died at the age of 92. Gloria Allred, a well-known women's rights lawyer, spoke about Steinem's lasting influence on society.
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Gloria Steinem was a key figure in the women's liberation movement.
She was also a journalist.
Steinem passed away at the age of 92.
Her foundation announced her death on Thursday.
Gloria Allred, a prominent women's rights attorney, commented on Steinem’s impact.
Allred said Steinem’s words and spirit will continue to influence others.
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Italy is hosting the 10th annual World Cup of Tiramisu, a contest to find the best tiramisu dessert. Organizers are looking for judges to help decide the winner.
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The competition is focused on tiramisu, a popular Italian dessert.
This is the 10th year the World Cup of Tiramisu is being held.
The event takes place in Italy.
Organizers are currently seeking people to be judges for the contest.
The competition aims to celebrate and find the best tiramisu recipe.
Tony Dokoupil reported the story for CBS News.
The event highlights Italy’s cultural connection to tiramisu.
The World Cup of Tiramisu attracts attention from dessert lovers worldwide.
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