Top officials from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan will meet in Istanbul to create a political and defense committee after signing the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement. The agreement is a security pact where an attack on one member is considered an attack on all, aiming to improve military cooperation among the three countries.
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The meeting will include foreign ministers, defense ministers, and chiefs of staff from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan.
The meeting will officially form a political and defense strategic committee.
The agenda includes international security issues and enhancing military cooperation and capabilities.
The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement is similar to NATO’s principle of collective defense.
The pact was created after the recent conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran.
Turkiye has the second-largest military in NATO, Pakistan is a nuclear-armed Muslim country, and Saudi Arabia is a top oil exporter.
Turkish President Erdogan mentioned that Egypt might join the alliance, and Bangladesh is also considering joining.
India is watching the pact closely and plans to protect its national security.
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A massive glacier collapse in Nepal caused severe flooding, killing 788 people and leaving thousands missing, including about 90 Americans. Rescue teams are working hard to find survivors despite difficult weather, while concerns rise about ongoing flood risks. The program also discussed U.S. foreign policy regarding Ukraine and Afghanistan, and President Donald Trump’s election campaign efforts.
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A glacier collapse in Nepal triggered deadly floods that destroyed neighborhoods.
At least 788 people died, and nearly 3,000 remain missing in the disaster area.
About 90 Americans are among the missing, mostly near the Tibetan border.
Nepali army rescued over 7,500 people so far and is conducting frequent helicopter search missions.
Bad weather has forced some flights to be canceled, slowing rescue work.
The Gyirong immigration checkpoint on the Tibetan side was buried in the flood.
The possibility of more flooding remains because of unstable glacier conditions.
The program also covers U.S. political and international issues, including Ukraine and Afghanistan.
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Rep. Richard Blumenthal said Ukraine needs stronger air defense to fight Russia. He criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin and said tough actions are more effective than words in dealing with him.
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Rep. Richard Blumenthal is a Democratic Congressman from Connecticut.
He stated that Ukraine needs more air defense to protect itself.
The conflict involves Russia’s military actions in Ukraine.
Blumenthal described Russian President Vladimir Putin as a “mob thug.”
He said Putin responds better to force and strength than to verbal warnings.
President Joe Biden sent CIA Director William Burns to try to persuade Putin.
Blumenthal implied that stronger actions than words are needed to influence Putin.
The comments relate to ongoing concerns about the war between Russia and Ukraine.
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Heavy floods in Nepal have caused nearly 800 deaths and left over 3,000 people missing. Rescue teams continue to search for survivors, and families are looking through photos of recovered bodies to find their missing relatives.
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Nearly 800 people have died due to the floods in Nepal.
More than 3,000 people are still missing.
Rescue teams are searching through rubble for survivors.
Families are examining images of bodies found in the floods.
The floods have caused widespread destruction and displacement in Nepal.
A young girl was recently rescued alive from the debris days after the floods.
The disaster has prompted ongoing search and rescue efforts.
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Hundreds of people gathered in Kenscoff, near Haiti's capital, to mourn four victims of a violent gang attack that killed 47 people. The attack involved kidnapping more than 50 people, with some later released, and has caused fear and protests in the community.
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A gang attack in Kenscoff, Haiti, killed 47 people on August 23, 2026.
Over 50 people were kidnapped during the attack; six children and seven women have been released.
The attackers killed some victims in a church courtyard after forcing them out.
More than 2,600 people lost their homes due to the violence.
Armed gangs control about 70% of Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas.
Haiti's National Police started an investigation into the attack.
Community members and police are guarding the area to prevent new attacks.
Gang violence has displaced nearly 1.5 million people in Haiti recently, and over 3,050 people were killed in the first half of 2026.
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Soldiers in Niger’s capital city, Niamey, staged a mutiny against the ruling military government but were stopped by loyal troops with help from Russian forces. The unrest lasted about a day, involved heavy gunfire primarily around the main airport and presidential palace, and ended with many mutineers arrested or killed.
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The mutiny took place from Friday night to late Saturday in Niamey, Niger’s capital.
Fighting happened mostly at the main airport, which includes a key military base and Russian military headquarters.
Soldiers loyal to the military government, or junta, fought the mutineers and regained control.
Dozens of mutinous soldiers were arrested or killed; some were shown on state TV.
The mutiny was linked to soldiers’ frustration over worsening security and frequent deadly attacks by jihadi groups.
Niger’s military government took power in a 2023 coup but has struggled to control rising violence.
The unrest was the third time the main airport experienced conflict this year.
Russian forces were involved in helping the loyalist troops suppress the mutiny.
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Over 60 people were rescued from the Grand Canyon after a flash flood damaged trails and bridges in Bright Angel Canyon. The National Park Service closed key areas, including Phantom Ranch and the North Kaibab Trail, while officials assess the damage and warn of possible more flooding.
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A flash flood started around 2:30 p.m. on August 29 in Bright Angel Canyon.
62 people were rescued, with no injuries reported.
Key areas like Phantom Ranch, Bright Angel Campground, and parts of the North Kaibab Trail were closed indefinitely.
Many footbridges and trails were destroyed or flooded, making travel in the canyon difficult.
Floodwaters carried debris into the Colorado River, which was closed to river traffic.
Additional thunderstorms and heavy rain could cause more flash flooding and rockfalls soon.
Emergency agencies like the National Park Service and Arizona Department of Public Safety coordinated the rescue.
The American Red Cross is providing help to evacuees at the South Rim.
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Milo Yiannopoulos, a controversial far-right figure deported from the US by the Trump administration for overstaying his visa, has returned to the UK. He faces difficulties fitting in with the mainstream UK right-wing groups, as many see him as too extreme and unlikely to find a major platform.
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Milo Yiannopoulos was deported from the US by the Trump administration for allegedly overstaying his visa.
Yiannopoulos previously worked for Breitbart News and promoted President Donald Trump during the 2016 election.
He left Breitbart after controversy over a video where he appeared to condone relationships with underage boys; he later blamed editing and denied supporting paedophilia.
UK right-wing media like GB News have rejected Yiannopoulos, saying he appeals mainly to an American audience.
Some UK right-wing figures who are too controversial for main channels now run independent shows.
The Reform UK party will not accept Yiannopoulos; his former colleague Raheem Kassam remains close to its leadership.
Restore Britain, a smaller party led by Rupert Lowe, may accept him and has welcomed other extreme figures.
Yiannopoulos has encouraged UK hard-right activists to join Restore Britain.
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A shooting at a music party (rave) in Aarau, Switzerland, killed one woman and injured five others early Sunday. Police are searching for one or more suspects and have not confirmed a motive, while Italian officials confirmed some victims were Italian citizens.
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The shooting happened at the "Aarau Rave VOL. 7" held at a horse racing track in Aarau, Switzerland.
One woman, 22 years old, died at the scene; five others aged 24 to 27 were injured.
All victims live in Switzerland; some were identified as Italian citizens by Italy’s Prime Minister.
Police are conducting a large, ongoing manhunt but do not know where the suspect(s) are.
Authorities do not currently believe the attack was terrorism; a fight or other reasons are possible.
The shooting took place around 2:30 a.m., just as the event was ending.
Public shootings are rare in Switzerland despite common gun ownership.
Police involved many local forces and asked witnesses to share any videos or photos they have.
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Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have been charged with treason. Mundubile came second in the disputed August 13 election and was not able to challenge the results in court because the courts closed before the deadline.
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Brian Mundubile leads the opposition party NRPUP in Zambia.
He was the runner-up in the August 13 presidential election.
The election results were disputed by Mundubile and his supporters.
Mundubile tried to challenge the election results in court.
The courts closed before his challenge deadline, blocking his appeal.
Both Mundubile and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, have been charged with treason.
Treason is a serious crime that involves betraying one’s country.
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Senator Richard Blumenthal urged the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a Senate-approved bill that would impose strong sanctions on Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The bill aims to reduce Russia’s oil and gas revenue, weaken its economy, and limit President Donald Trump’s ability to allow tariff measures against major buyers of Russian energy.
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The bill is called The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026.
It would allow tariffs up to 100% on the top five buyers of Russian oil or natural gas.
Exceptions apply for countries importing less than 15% of their gas from Russia and actively reducing those imports.
The Senate passed the bill with a large bipartisan vote of 86 to 11.
Some House Democrats worry about giving the president more tariff powers.
The sanctions include targeting Russian oligarchs, financial institutions, and the "shadow fleet" helping Russia trade.
Russia’s economy is reported to be in crisis with a large deficit and high interest rates on debt.
Blumenthal is hopeful the House will pass the bill as Ukraine faces daily attacks, including deadly Russian drone strikes.
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A headteacher in Nepal evacuated 900 children to higher ground just before deadly flash floods struck their town. The floods, caused by a glacial collapse in the Himalayas, have killed nearly 800 people and left thousands missing.
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Rajendra Dawadi, headteacher at a school in Nuwakot, acted immediately after receiving multiple flood warnings.
He evacuated 900 children from Tribhuvan Trishuli secondary school, which has 1,600 students.
The flood destroyed or damaged at least 69 schools, affecting about 19,000 children.
The floods hit after a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border, causing a massive wall of water and debris.
More than 3,700 people have been rescued so far, with 781 deaths reported.
Over 2,500 people, including nearly 600 foreigners, remain unaccounted for.
Teachers in other areas also saved students by evacuating classrooms just before flooding.
Nepal’s foreign minister called for global action on climate change, noting Nepal’s high vulnerability despite low emissions.
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A glacier collapse in the Himalayas caused floods that killed at least 810 people and left more than 3,000 missing in Nepal and China. Among the missing are 15 British nationals in China and dozens more from various countries on both sides of the Nepal-China border. Rescue operations face challenges due to dangerous weather and difficult terrain.
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At least 810 people have died after floods triggered by a glacier collapse near the Nepal-China border.
More than 3,000 people are missing in Nepal and China because of the floods.
Fifteen British citizens are missing in China, with 33 others missing in Nepal.
People missing come from 23 different countries, including Nepal, India, Latvia, the US, and Britain.
At least 16 deaths have been confirmed on the Chinese side, while Nepal reports 794 deaths and over 2,700 injuries.
Rescue efforts are slowed by landslides, bad weather, and confusion over border locations.
China has sent over 2,100 rescue workers and allocated more than £24 million for relief.
Countries including the US, Britain, and Australia have pledged millions in aid to support flood victims.
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A glacier collapsed in the Himalayas, causing floods and debris to hit villages in Nepal and China. Nearly 800 people have died and thousands are missing, with rescue efforts slowed by bad weather. International teams are helping with search and rescue, and emergency funding is arriving.
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At least 797 people have died from the glacier collapse.
More than 3,000 people remain missing in Nepal and China combined.
The glacier fell about 1,200 meters (3,900 feet) and hit the Lende River.
The disaster caused a new lake to form, which is now overflowing into nearby rivers.
Over 100 workers are trapped inside hydropower tunnels.
Nepal has started mass burials for unidentified victims after DNA sampling.
About 90,000 people in Nepal are affected by the disaster.
Rescue teams from India, China, South Korea, and Malaysia are involved.
The EU, Red Cross, and other groups have begun providing financial aid and support.
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Dolly Parton, a famous country music singer, died on August 25 at age 80 after a short fight with cancer. Many artists around the world have honored her by performing covers of her songs, and President Donald Trump ordered flags to fly at half-mast for a week in her memory.
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Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 at 80 years old after a brief battle with cancer.
A private funeral was held on August 28 in Nashville, Tennessee, where she was buried next to her late husband Carl Dean.
President Donald Trump ordered that flags be flown at half-mast across the U.S. for one week to honor her.
Parton had more than 50 albums on the Billboard 200 chart during her 60-year career.
Many musicians, including Harry Styles, Kacey Musgraves, Olivia Rodrigo, and John Mayer, performed covers of her songs as tributes.
Tributes included well-known songs like "I Will Always Love You," "Jolene," and "Here You Come Again."
Dolly Parton was admired by people across political, geographical, and generational lines.
The tribute events took place worldwide, including concerts in the U.S. and the U.K.
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A headteacher in Nepal evacuated 900 students from a school just 10 minutes before deadly floods destroyed the area. The quick action saved many lives as the floods have killed at least 794 people and left thousands missing.
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Rajendra Dawadi, headteacher of Tribhuvan Trishuli Secondary School, received four warnings about the flood at 09:10 local time.
He decided to immediately evacuate the students to higher ground and ordered buses to turn back from the flood area.
The school building was buried under mud and debris during the flood.
The flood has killed at least 794 people and left at least 2,426 missing in Nepal.
Some students, including 16-year-old Yunisha Amatya, escaped with just seconds to spare by climbing uphill through a narrow escape route.
Many students and teachers were stranded for two nights before rescue teams reached them.
Parents struggled to contact their children and searched for them after the flood.
Both the headteacher and a pupil were airlifted back to their home after the disaster.
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A 62-year-old woman who was critically injured in a car crash involving a police pursuit has died. The crash happened near Stratford-upon-Avon when her car collided with an Audi being chased by police after the driver failed to stop.
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The crash occurred on August 24 on the A439 Warwick Road near Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire.
A 19-year-old man driving the Audi involved in the police chase died at the scene.
The 62-year-old woman was driving a Ford Puma and died later from her injuries.
The Audi driver was being followed by Warwickshire Police after failing to stop when ordered.
Another passenger in the Ford Puma was seriously injured but is expected to survive.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating the incident because it involved police action and resulted in deaths.
Several other cars were damaged during the police pursuit.
The families of those who died have asked for privacy during this time.
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CBS News program Face the Nation featured election analyst David Becker and former Afghan General Hamdulliah Alizai in a discussion with host Margaret Brennan. The guests appeared during the first half of the show, which covered topics related to elections and Afghanistan.
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David Becker is an election analyst for CBS News.
Hamdulliah Alizai is a former general from Afghanistan.
Both appeared as guests on the Face the Nation program.
Margaret Brennan is the host of Face the Nation.
The guests joined the show during the first half only.
The discussion likely involved election matters and issues related to Afghanistan.
Viewers can watch the show or catch missed content on the CBS News app or website.
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Deadly floods and mudslides have caused severe destruction in Nepal and Tibet, killing at least 797 people. Many bodies are still being found in mud and rivers, overwhelming morgues, and mass burials are taking place while authorities try to identify the victims using DNA and photos.
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Floods and mudslides hit Himalayan valleys in Nepal and Tibet, causing many deaths.
The death toll has reached 797, with over 3,000 people still missing.
Morgues are full, so mass graves have been used, especially in Bharatpur district.
DNA samples are taken from bodies to help future identification.
Around 250 bodies washed up in Chitwan, but only nine have been identified so far.
Photos of bodies are shown to locals to help recognize the victims.
Some areas remain unreachable except by helicopter, delaying rescue and recovery work.
Survivors are returning to see the damage to their homes, many of which are completely destroyed.
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Libya’s rival governments have agreed to hold national elections within two years under a single executive authority. The deal was signed in Tripoli with support from the United Nations after years of division between the eastern and western administrations.
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The agreement requires legislative and presidential elections within 24 months.
It was signed by representatives from Libya’s two main rival groups: the internationally recognized Government of National Unity in the west and an eastern administration linked to Khalifa Haftar.
The signing took place under the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) in Tripoli.
An earlier draft was approved by a UN-backed committee with members from both rival groups.
If the two main political bodies do not approve the deal within one month, it will still become a national constitutional document with UN Security Council support.
Despite the deal, there is doubt about its success due to ongoing political and security challenges.
Libya has been divided since 2014 after the fall of leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.
Previous attempts to hold presidential elections have been delayed by political disagreements.
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