Daniel Thomas, an anti-migrant activist, was charged after a video showed him slashing a dinghy with a knife in the English Channel. He faces charges of criminal damage and not giving police the PIN for his phone.
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Daniel Thomas is 37 years old and known as Danny Tommo by his supporters.
He was filmed cutting a dinghy in the English Channel.
Police charged him with criminal damage and failing to disclose his phone PIN.
Thomas is held in custody and will appear in Basingstoke Magistrates' Court on Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered outside the police center in Basingstoke supporting Thomas.
The crowd chanted "free DT" and wore mostly black clothing.
The protest ended after the crowd learned about the charges against Thomas.
The incident and legal case are ongoing and updates will be provided.
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Dolly Parton’s last recorded song will be featured on U2’s upcoming album, "Carnaval de Luz." The duet called "Torn" was recorded in June, with Parton singing despite being ill. The album will be released on November 13, 2026.
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Dolly Parton recorded her final vocal performance for U2’s new album.
The song "Torn" is a duet with U2’s lead singer Bono.
Parton shares writing credits with U2 and Johnny McDaid from Snow Patrol.
Parton recorded the song while she was ill, showing strong dedication.
The album "Carnaval de Luz" is U2’s 16th studio album.
This album is U2’s first new material in nine years.
The album’s producer said Parton approved the final version and was proud of her work.
The album will be officially released on November 13, 2026.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Thursday that Iran wants to make a deal with the United States before the U.S. midterm elections in November. He disagreed with President Trump’s statement that Iran plans to wait until after the elections to resolve their conflict.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke to reporters on Thursday about U.S.-Iran relations.
Pezeshkian said Iran wants to reach an agreement with the U.S. before the midterm elections in November.
He responded directly to President Trump’s claim that Iran intends to wait until after the elections to make a deal.
The midterm elections refer to the U.S. congressional elections held every two years.
This statement shows ongoing efforts to resolve tensions between Iran and the U.S.
The timing of any deal is important because it could affect politics in both countries.
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French President Emmanuel Macron said the CIA did not warn French intelligence about possible Russian drone attacks, denying a newspaper report. He also announced that France will send troops and defense systems to Saudi Arabia to protect the important Red Sea port city of Yanbu.
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President Macron denied claims that the CIA warned France of Russian drone threats.
France will send soldiers, radar, and defense systems to protect the Saudi port city of Yanbu.
Yanbu is a key location for transporting energy like oil.
The move aims to protect the port from attacks, especially those by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis.
Macron warned Russia is increasing hostile actions against Europe and could attack France.
France is preparing to protect critical infrastructure against drone and cyberattacks.
Macron criticized a rumored U.S. ban on diesel exports as harmful to economies, which the White House denies considering.
France’s position on Russia faced tension after exemptions were made for a Russian businessman in EU sanctions.
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Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least eight civilians in Ukraine, hitting several regions including Kharkiv and Kyiv. The conflict continues despite international calls for peace, with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy urging sanctions to cut off Russian funding for the war.
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At least eight civilians were killed in recent Russian attacks on Ukraine.
Six agricultural workers died in Kharkiv; two civilians died in Kyiv.
The southern city of Odesa also experienced heavy bombardment.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called on the U.N. to impose trade bans and sanctions on Russia.
Russia demands a full peace agreement, not a temporary ceasefire.
The war has lasted over four years with little change in the front lines.
Russian strikes have damaged homes, hospitals, and businesses, affecting civilians’ daily lives.
The U.N. reported more Ukrainian civilian casualties in the first eight months of 2026 than the entire previous year.
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Hawaii is preparing for Tropical Storm Nolo, which may bring heavy rain and strong winds. At the same time, the East Coast of the U.S. is getting ready for a nor'easter, a type of powerful storm that can cause rain and wind along the coast.
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Tropical Storm Nolo is approaching Hawaii with the potential to cause rain and strong winds.
The East Coast of the U.S. is expecting a nor'easter storm.
A nor'easter is a storm that often brings heavy rain or snow and strong winds from the northeast.
These two storms show how different parts of the U.S. are facing severe weather at the same time.
Meteorologists are monitoring both storms to provide weather updates and warnings.
People in affected areas are advised to prepare for possible disruptions caused by the storms.
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Fighting has started between the Tigray rebel group and the Ethiopian government in northern Ethiopia. People in the region are rushing to buy supplies because they fear the conflict is becoming a full war.
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The Tigray rebels and the Ethiopian government are involved in a serious and active conflict.
This fighting is happening in northern Ethiopia, in the Tigray region.
Local residents are panic buying supplies due to fears of escalating violence.
The situation follows months of tension between the government and the Tigray rebels.
The conflict has caused worry and insecurity for people living in the area.
This news is part of a broader focus on ongoing issues in Africa.
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An armed man attacked the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, on Yom Kippur. Two police officers stopped the gunman, with one officer, Constable Jeff Smith, fighting despite being seriously injured. The attack is described as hate-motivated against the Jewish community.
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The shooting happened near the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario.
Constable Jeff Smith was shot multiple times but fought the attacker until Constable Mike McCurdy arrived.
The gunman, Sean Ward, 29, from Quinte West, had multiple guns and gasoline, planning a large attack.
Smith has serious injuries, including head trauma, bone fractures, and shrapnel, and is in the hospital recovering.
Police say the attack was targeted at the Jewish community during Yom Kippur, a sacred day.
The quick response of the two officers prevented a larger tragedy and possible mass casualties.
The gunman was seriously injured and later died in the hospital.
Police described the incident as a hate crime meant to cause destruction to the synagogue and the community.
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Israel’s election panel has decided to disqualify the two main Palestinian-led groups from the upcoming election. The decision is not final, and appeals are expected to challenge it.
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Israel’s election panel voted to ban two key Palestinian-led election lists.
The banned lists are central to Palestinian representation in the upcoming election.
The bans are not final and can be appealed through legal processes.
Hadash lawmaker Ofer Cassif, who is also disqualified, criticized the decision.
The election is scheduled to take place next month.
The decision could affect the political participation of Palestinians in Israel.
The election panel is the authority that oversees election rules and approvals.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at the United Nations, accusing him of antisemitism and saying many Jews feel unsafe in New York since Mamdani was elected. Mamdani, a supporter of Palestinian independence, has called Netanyahu a war criminal, while Netanyahu denied accusations of genocide in Gaza and said Israel prevented genocide.
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Netanyahu spoke at the UN General Assembly and directly addressed Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Netanyahu accused Mamdani of being antisemitic and blamed him for Jewish people feeling unsafe in New York City.
Mamdani supports Palestinian independence and had called for Netanyahu's arrest as a war criminal during his mayoral campaign.
Mamdani later said New York officials do not have legal power to arrest Netanyahu.
Netanyahu denied allegations of genocide against Palestinians and said Israel worked to prevent genocide.
Mamdani stated Netanyahu’s speech repeated false claims and mentioned that Netanyahu is under an International Criminal Court arrest warrant for war crimes.
Mamdani shared a video of planting an olive tree with Palestinian families before Netanyahu’s speech, promoting peace.
Several UN delegates left the session before Netanyahu spoke, showing the speech caused controversy.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the 2026 United Nations General Assembly, strongly rejecting claims of genocide in Gaza and defending Israel’s right to act against Iran. Many delegates walked out during his speech, responding to calls from the Palestinian Mission to demonstrate against Israel’s actions. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas also addressed the assembly remotely after being denied a visa to attend.
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Netanyahu called allegations of genocide in Gaza "the biggest lie of the century."
Many delegates left the assembly hall during Netanyahu’s speech, following a Palestinian call for a mass walkout.
Netanyahu said Israel’s attacks on Iran were easy decisions and thanked President Donald Trump for supporting actions against Iran.
Netanyahu cited attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023, that killed about 1,200 people, comparing it to a much larger scale of American casualties.
The Palestinian Mission urged countries to walk out to protest what they called genocide, war crimes, and illegal occupation by Israel.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas spoke remotely because he and other Palestinian officials were denied visas to attend the UN meeting.
Abbas stated Palestinians would not leave their land or accept decisions made without them.
Israeli settlements are considered illegal under international law, but Israel disagrees with this classification.
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas addressed the United Nations General Assembly, saying Palestinians in Gaza are suffering from severe violence and hardship caused by Israeli actions. He also criticized Israeli settlement growth in the West Bank and East Jerusalem and called the situation a planned effort to push Palestinians out of their land.
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Abbas called the situation in Gaza a "genocidal war" involving killings, starvation, and forced displacement.
He made his speech from Ramallah because the U.S. denied visas to him and other Palestinian leaders for the second year in a row.
Abbas described the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as "unprecedented."
He accused Israeli settlers of increasing violence and building more settlements in the West Bank.
Abbas said East Jerusalem is becoming isolated as part of a plan to fragment Palestinian lands.
He claimed these acts are part of a deliberate colonial strategy to make life hard for Palestinians and force them to leave.
Abbas expressed support for President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan and a U.N. resolution but said no progress has occurred.
The speech was given at the 2026 United Nations General Assembly.
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U.S. troops and Ecuadorian police worked together to arrest more than 30 people linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) in Ecuador. The cartel was involved in moving cocaine from Colombia through Ecuador to other countries.
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Over 30 people were arrested for ties to CJNG during the operation.
The joint raid included about 320 Ecuadoran police and 50 U.S. military personnel.
The cartel trafficked cocaine from Colombia through Ecuadoran ports.
The operation was supported by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
Ecuador has become a major cocaine trafficking hub in recent years.
President Daniel Noboa defended the crackdown despite human rights concerns.
Earlier joint missions targeted other drug gangs along Ecuador’s coast.
Ecuador extradited its biggest drug lord, Adolfo Macías, to the U.S. in 2025.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the United Nations General Assembly to explain and defend Israel's military actions. During his speech, several diplomats left the room in protest.
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Benjamin Netanyahu is the Prime Minister of Israel.
He gave a speech at the United Nations General Assembly.
His speech focused on defending Israel’s recent military activities.
Several diplomats walked out while he was speaking.
The walkout was a form of protest against his speech.
The speech and walkout took place during a formal U.N. meeting.
The event was covered by CBS News journalists Olivia Gazis and Courtney Kealy.
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Fighting has started again in northern Ethiopia after four years of fragile peace. The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has joined with former enemies to form a group aiming to overthrow the government in Addis Ababa, leading to the biggest conflict since a 2022 peace deal.
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Fighting is ongoing in three regions of northern Ethiopia, including Tigray.
The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) formed an alliance with former rivals.
This alliance wants to remove the current government in Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa.
A civil war in northern Ethiopia officially paused after a peace deal in 2022.
Some parts of the 2022 peace agreement have not been fulfilled.
Both the Ethiopian government and the TPLF accuse each other of breaking the peace deal.
Renewed fighting risks restarting a wider civil war in Ethiopia.
Experts discuss the causes and possible effects of the renewed violence in Ethiopia.
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The Italian government approved a ban on wearing the burqa and niqab in schools and set a 30% limit on students who have poor Italian language skills or are not Italian citizens in each class. The rules aim to help integration and prevent "ghetto classes," but opposition parties say the moves are politically motivated.
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The burqa and niqab, which cover the face, are banned in Italian schools; the hijab, which leaves the face visible, is allowed.
A 30% cap applies to students with limited Italian language skills or non-Italian citizenship in each class for primary, middle, and high schools.
The language limit focuses on pupils who have not attended enough years in the Italian school system or nursery school.
Local schools will spread students with limited language skills more evenly to avoid segregation, with exceptions and extra language support when necessary.
Schools must report cases where parents’ language barriers affect a child’s integration to social services, and free Italian classes will be offered.
The decree law can take effect immediately but needs parliamentary approval within 60 days.
Italian non-citizen students make up about 11.6% of the school population.
Opposition parties accuse the government of using the measures for political gain ahead of elections, while government officials deny this.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the United Nations General Assembly, denying that Israel committed genocide in Gaza and calling the allegations "the biggest lie of the century." He also defended Israel’s actions against Iran and criticized delegates who walked out during his speech.
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Netanyahu denied accusations that Israel committed genocide in Gaza.
He called these genocide allegations “the biggest lie of the century.”
Netanyahu said attacking Iran was an easy decision and defended Israel’s right to war.
Many UN delegates walked out during Netanyahu’s speech as a protest.
The Palestinian Mission to the UN encouraged member states to walk out to protest Israel’s actions.
Israel rejects claims of genocide, war crimes, and illegal occupation of Palestinian land.
Netanyahu referenced past attacks, including one on Iranian-backed Hezbollah using detonated pagers.
The speech came amid ongoing tensions and accusations against Israel related to Gaza and Palestinian territories.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 24, 2026. He defended Israel’s actions in the region, aiming to address international criticism before upcoming elections.
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Netanyahu gave a speech at the UNGA on September 24, 2026.
He strongly defended Israel’s policies in the Middle East.
His speech came amid growing international criticism of Israel.
The speech took place ahead of important elections in Israel.
Many delegates left the assembly during or after his speech.
Netanyahu aimed to reduce Israel's international isolation.
The content was broadcasted by France 24 and covered by Reuters.
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Rapper Macklemore announced a Free Palestine Tour in Europe after being dropped from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour. He said the tour’s earnings will support Palestinian causes, following his public support for Palestine at a previous concert.
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Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour after showing support for Palestine.
The Free Palestine Tour will include shows in Dublin, Paris, and London in October.
Macklemore plans to include other musicians and is organizing U.S. shows.
All money raised from the tour will be donated to help Palestinian people and related movements.
Venue owner Robert Kraft barred Macklemore from performing at Gillette Stadium, citing what he called Macklemore’s history of antisemitic behavior.
Macklemore claims Kraft pressured Sheeran and other stadium owners to remove him from the tour.
Kraft is a Jewish-American billionaire who supports Israeli causes and has close ties to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Netanyahu faces an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court for alleged war crimes.
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Many delegates left the room during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the United Nations General Assembly. His speech happened while world leaders criticized Israel for its military actions in Gaza.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the UN General Assembly.
Dozens of delegates walked out as he began his speech.
The walkout showed protest against his speech or Israel’s actions.
Israel is facing strong criticism from many countries at the UN.
The criticism relates to Israel’s war actions in Gaza.
The term “genocidal war” was used by critics describing Israel’s campaign.
The event took place during this year's UN General Assembly session.
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