Heavy flooding in Nepal and China’s Tibet region has caused 750 deaths and left thousands missing. Authorities warn that water levels are rising again, and rescue teams are working to help affected people and clear important roads.
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The death toll from flash floods reached 734 in Nepal and 16 in China’s Tibet region.
Over 3,000 people are still missing in both Nepal and Tibet combined.
Flood alerts were sent to mobile phones in Nepal to warn residents.
Rescue teams are clearing a highway linking Kathmandu to the worst-hit area.
Nepal’s disaster agency received a warning from China about increased water flow upstream.
About 93,000 people in Nepal have been affected by the floods.
Nepal requested international help, including money, rescue drones, DNA testing kits, and body freezers.
The U.S., Canada, UK, European Union, United Nations, and Red Cross organizations have pledged financial and humanitarian aid.
Chinese President Xi Jinping offered assistance to Nepal.
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Yair Netanyahu, the eldest son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was urgently flown back to Israel from the United States after a serious threat to his life. Israel’s security agency said they made this decision to protect him, but did not say who was behind the threat.
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Yair Netanyahu was evacuated to Israel along with his security team due to a serious threat.
Israel’s domestic intelligence agency, Shin Bet, announced the evacuation.
News reports said the threat might have been an assassination plot by Iran last December.
Israeli intelligence shared information about the alleged plot with US authorities.
Yair Netanyahu was living in Florida and left quickly without his personal belongings.
His lifestyle and the security he received in the US have been subjects of public debate in Israel.
After the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, many Israelis criticized Yair Netanyahu for staying abroad while many reservists were called to fight.
Yair Netanyahu is known for his active social media presence where he discusses politics and criticizes opponents.
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Iceland held a close referendum on whether to restart talks to join the European Union. The majority voted no, with about 52.8% opposing the move, reflecting deep divisions between rural and urban voters.
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About 52.8% of Icelandic voters said no to resuming EU membership talks.
Iceland’s population is around 400,000 people.
The no campaign focused on protecting fishing and farming, which are important to Iceland’s national identity.
There was a geographic split: urban areas tended to support yes, rural areas leaned toward no.
The referendum question was phrased in a way that a yes vote meant “maybe” restarting talks, while no was a clearer rejection.
The no campaign was better funded and used fear-based messages similar to those seen in the UK’s 2016 Brexit vote.
Some voters were worried about misinformation and foreign interference affecting the referendum.
Iceland’s foreign minister said the vote showed the importance of public debate on foreign policy.
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Six months ago, the United States and Israel carried out attacks in Iran, killing the country’s Supreme Leader and other leaders. The war has caused economic and political difficulties for Iran, Israel, and the United States, with none of the initial goals fully achieved.
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The US and Israel attacked targets in Tehran six months ago, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other Iranian leaders.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wanted the attack as part of a joint US-Israel effort against Iran.
President Donald Trump claimed Iran’s nuclear program was destroyed, but this appears to be untrue.
The war has caused petrol prices in the US to rise by 50 percent since it began on February 28.
Public support for the war in the US is low, with fewer than one in three Americans backing it.
Trump imposed new economic sanctions on Iran, calling it “Economic D-Day.”
Despite the damage, Iran’s government remains strong, and its nuclear materials remain in the country.
Critics say the war has hurt the political standing of both Trump and Netanyahu.
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Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez spoke on TV to explain a deal giving 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil to the United States. She said Venezuela still keeps control over its own country despite the agreement. The deal came after pressure from the U.S., which reportedly captured President Nicolas Maduro in January.
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Venezuela is making a deal to send 65 billion barrels of oil to the United States.
Delcy Rodriguez is acting as Venezuela’s interim President.
She gave a televised speech defending the oil deal.
Rodriguez said Venezuela keeps its sovereignty, meaning it controls itself.
The U.S. put pressure on Venezuela since capturing President Nicolas Maduro in January.
The situation involves political tension between Venezuela and the United States.
The U.S. reportedly abducted President Maduro earlier this year.
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Iceland held a referendum where voters decided not to reopen talks to join the European Union. The majority were concerned about protecting Iceland’s fishing waters, which are very important to the country’s economy.
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52.8% of Icelanders voted against restarting EU membership talks; 47.2% voted in favor.
Reykjavik, the capital city, was the only area that mostly supported reopening talks.
The government had pushed for the referendum, calling it a “now or never” chance for EU membership.
Opponents worried that joining the EU would threaten Iceland’s control over its fishing areas.
Supporters argued that EU membership could help with economic issues like high interest rates and provide security amid global tensions.
Iceland first applied to join the EU in 2009 but stopped talks in 2013 under a government skeptical of the EU.
Recent global conflicts and trade tensions have made the question of EU membership more urgent.
The decision is a setback for the EU, which wanted Iceland to join to strengthen the bloc, especially because of Arctic security concerns.
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To celebrate 25 years since the first Harry Potter movie, fans in France recreated the Hogwarts wizarding school at the Palace of Versailles for one day. The event brought together fans in a unique gathering at this historic site.
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The celebration marked 25 years since the Harry Potter films began.
The Palace of Versailles in France was transformed into a Hogwarts-themed location.
French fans participated in the event as a special reunion.
The event was covered by France 24 news.
This took place in August 2026.
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At least 734 people have died and over 3,000 remain missing after floods and landslides caused by a glacier collapse in Nepal near the border with China. Rescue teams are searching for around 933 missing workers at several hydropower project sites in central Nepal, but the efforts face challenges like rising water levels and difficult weather.
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The disaster happened near the Nepal-China border, triggered by a glacier collapse in the Himalayas.
Floods and landslides buried villages and towns along the Trishuli and Bhotekoshi rivers.
At least 734 people have died so far; more than 3,000 are missing.
Around 933 workers are missing at 11 hydropower sites in Nepal’s Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts.
Rescue teams include Nepalese army, police, and assistance from India.
Rescue efforts have been slowed by mud-filled tunnels and bad weather.
Authorities temporarily paused searching after water levels rose in a new barrier lake, but later resumed.
Chinese officials monitor the barrier lake with satellites, radars, and drones to warn rescuers if floods worsen.
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A glacier collapsed in Nepal causing flash floods that have killed at least 750 people. More than 3,000 people are still missing as rescue efforts continue but are being slowed by heavy rain and high river levels.
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A glacier collapse in Nepal triggered flash floods on Wednesday.
At least 750 people have died due to the floods.
Over 3,000 people remain missing after the disaster.
Rescue teams face difficulties because of bad weather and rising river levels.
Nepal’s disaster authorities warn of possible more flooding and riverbank bursts.
Helicopters and army teams are working to rescue survivors.
Some people are trapped in locations like hydropower tunnels.
Relief camps have been set up to help affected families.
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A shooting happened at a rave party in Aarau, Switzerland, killing one person and injuring five others. Police are conducting a large investigation and asking witnesses with photos or videos to help.
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The shooting took place at a rave party in Aarau, which is 46 kilometers west of Zurich.
One person died and five others were hurt in the incident.
Some partygoers initially thought the gunshots were fireworks.
Someone at the party shouted for everyone to get down to stay safe.
Swiss police launched a large operation after the shooting.
Authorities are requesting witnesses to share photos or videos to assist the investigation.
This event is a rare shooting incident in Switzerland, a country known for low gun violence.
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Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason after being arrested following a deadly police raid linked to allegations of a planned armed uprising. The charges also include 17 others, and Mundubile disputes the accusations, saying he will face court to answer them. The political situation is tense after the recent election where President Hakainde Hichilema won a second term.
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Brian Mundubile, opposition leader in Zambia, was arrested and charged with treason.
The arrest came after a police raid that resulted in the death of a former cabinet minister.
The government accused Mundubile’s party of planning an armed rebellion, which the party denies.
17 others, including Mundubile’s running mate Makebi Zulu, were also charged with treason.
Mundubile had received 38% of votes in the August 13 election; President Hichilema won 60%.
Mundubile and Zulu hid in a United Nations building before being detained.
Courts were closed on the last day for election challenges, preventing the opposition from filing a legal challenge.
President Hichilema is set to be sworn in for his second term on September 1.
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Nepal is facing a flood threat with rising water levels and warnings sent to residents. Authorities report 64 Americans are currently out of contact, amid a larger disaster that has killed at least 750 people and left over 3,000 missing in Nepal and Tibet.
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Nepal issued flood warnings for Sunday morning due to rising river levels.
Residents in affected areas are advised to stay alert for flooding.
Rescue teams are working to reopen a major highway near Kathmandu damaged by floods.
The death toll in Nepal and Tibet combined has reached 750.
More than 3,000 people are reported missing in the region.
The Nepal Tourist Department lists 64 Americans as currently out of contact.
U.S. officials said about 90 Americans were unaccounted for as of Thursday.
The situation is ongoing, and more updates are expected.
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At least 750 people have died due to flash flooding along the Nepal-Tibet border, with more than 3,000 people still missing. Rescue efforts continue as authorities in Nepal, China, and the United States work to assist those affected and provide humanitarian aid.
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The flood disaster caused at least 750 deaths—734 in Nepal and 16 in Tibet (China).
Over 3,000 people remain missing: around 2,498 in Nepal and 546 in China.
At least 90 Americans are still missing, while five have been evacuated.
The U.S. State Department is providing $3.6 million in humanitarian aid and emergency food supply.
The flooding occurred after a landslide triggered a debris avalanche near the Nepal-China border.
The landslide had a magnitude of 5.2 and started from a cliff about 16,000 feet high.
The flooding damaged roads, bridges, and buildings along the Trishuli River in Nepal.
Rescue operations continue in Nepal’s Nuwakot district and other affected areas.
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A strong dust storm covered the city of Homs in central Syria. The storm made the sky and surroundings look bright reddish-orange and made it hard to see clearly.
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A dust storm hit Homs, a city in central Syria.
The sky and landscape turned a deep reddish-orange color.
The storm caused heavy sandy haze across the area.
Visibility was greatly reduced during the storm.
The unusual coloring gave the city an eerie look.
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A report says women in the UK arts sector feel they do not get the same opportunities as men, especially as they get older. Many women say they face gender bias and age discrimination, and that new technology like AI in hiring may make these problems worse.
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95% of women surveyed believe gender inequality still exists in the arts.
75% have experienced unconscious bias or sexism at work.
69% say age negatively affects their career, and this rises to 100% for women in artistic roles.
AI hiring tools may unfairly hurt women who have taken career breaks or reinforce past discrimination.
Older women performers report fewer acting roles, especially after age 39 or 50.
The industry often favors young and emerging talent over experienced women.
Women in arts marketing and writing feel older women’s stories and skills are undervalued.
The report was created by Women in the Arts with support from several UK arts organizations and funded by Arts Council England.
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Iran is facing severe economic problems similar to those that contributed to the fall of the Soviet Union. New U.S. and UAE sanctions are cutting off Iran's oil exports, trade routes, and financial resources, making it very difficult for the Iranian government to recover.
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In 1985, Saudi Arabia stopped supporting oil prices, leading to the Soviet Union losing $20 billion a year, which contributed to its collapse.
Iran is now in a weaker position than the Soviet Union was then.
Iran’s currency has lost about one-third of its value since March 2024.
Inflation in Iran is near 90 percent, and the economy is expected to shrink by 5.4 percent this year.
Iran has almost completely stopped exporting oil since July 2024.
The U.S. Treasury launched "Operation Economic Outcast" to cut off Iran’s remaining economic resources.
The UAE imposed a trade embargo on Iran after missile attacks, closing a key import route that handled a third of Iranian imports.
Combined U.S. and UAE actions have blocked Iran from sea routes, trade centers like Dubai, and financial systems, making it hard for Iran to rebuild its military and nuclear programs.
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A Texas mother, Tangi Ford, experienced early cervix opening during both her pregnancies, leading to premature births. Years later, she was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a connective tissue disorder that may explain her pregnancy complications.
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Tangi Ford had two pregnancies with early cervix dilation, causing preterm labor fears.
Her first child was born at 36 weeks; her second child was born at 34 weeks.
During the second pregnancy, she could not get a cervical cerclage, a surgical stitch to keep the cervix closed.
She was later diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), which affects connective tissues like collagen.
EDS can be related to cervical insufficiency, where the cervix opens too early in pregnancy.
The diagnosis helped her understand her health issues better, showing doctors looked at her history as a whole.
Both pregnancies involved significant emotional challenges and medical care like bed rest and steroid injections.
The experience influenced her thinking about having more children.
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France is preparing for its presidential election scheduled for April 18, 2027. The election campaign is starting to gain momentum with political events and candidate activities happening across the country.
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The first round of France’s presidential election will be on April 18, 2027.
The campaign has begun, with various political meetings taking place recently.
The Socialist Party held a two-day event, ending with a speech from their leader Olivier Faure, who has not yet officially said he will run.
Far-right politician Jordan Bardella visited a fair in the Champagne region as part of his campaign.
Earlier this week, seven leading candidates debated in an event organized by business leaders.
Renaud Foucart, an economics expert, provides analysis of the election race.
Several well-known French politicians are mentioned in connection with the election, such as Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon.
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Iceland voted against restarting talks to join the European Union, with about 52.5% saying no in a recent referendum. The country is already part of key European agreements that allow free movement and trade without being an EU member.
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About 52.5% of voters rejected resuming EU membership talks, while 47.5% supported it.
Iceland has a population of just under 400,000 people.
The country is part of the European Economic Area and the Schengen zone, which allow easier trade and travel with EU countries.
Iceland applied to join the EU after a financial crisis in 2009 but stopped talks in 2015 under a euroskeptic government.
President Trump mentioned Iceland multiple times when talking about Greenland, which prompted the current government to hold the referendum earlier than planned.
Opponents said Iceland benefits from EU agreements without giving up sovereignty and that EU membership could weaken Iceland’s influence.
Supporters argued joining the EU could help lower inflation and interest rates and address shared challenges like climate change.
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A Japanese company has made a large fridge that people can enter to cool down during heatwaves. Workplaces in Japan are currently trying out this human-sized fridge as the country faces very hot weather.
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A company in Japan created a fridge big enough for a person to stand inside.
This fridge is meant to help people stay cool during heatwaves.
Workplaces across Japan are testing this fridge with employees.
Japan is currently experiencing a heatwave with very high temperatures.
The fridge trial is a response to increasing heat due to climate conditions.
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