Rescue teams are searching for two missing crew members from a boat in trouble in the English Channel near Plymouth. Three of the five people on board have been found safe, and many civilian boats are helping with the search.
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The boat was reported in distress southwest of Eddystone Lighthouse off Plymouth.
Five people were on the boat; three have been accounted for.
Two crew members are still missing.
The search started on Saturday evening and continued through the night into Sunday.
Rescue teams include a coastguard helicopter, plane, and RNLI lifeboats.
Lifeboat crews from Newlyn and Salcombe joined the search after Plymouth and Falmouth crews.
Many civilian vessels are assisting in the search operation.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is coordinating the rescue efforts.
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Several Pacific Island leaders have withdrawn at the last minute from the Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Palau. The Solomon Islands prime minister cancelled due to a political challenge at home, while leaders from Fiji, Vanuatu, and Samoa are also absent. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will attend and aims to support regional cooperation on security, climate change, and Pacific workers.
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Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale pulled out after a no-confidence motion was filed against him.
The motion accused Wale of making important decisions without cabinet approval.
Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, Vanuatu’s leader Jotham Napat, and Samoa’s leader La’auli Leuatea Schmidt will also not attend the forum.
Australia is negotiating a security treaty with the Solomon Islands and signed a security deal with Fiji recently.
The forum meeting was expected to focus on climate resilience and security issues in the Pacific.
The absence of several key leaders may weaken the meeting’s impact and region-wide commitments.
Australian Prime Minister Albanese emphasized Australia’s role in helping Pacific nations with regional security, infrastructure, and climate action.
Australia supports the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme, which allows Pacific workers to come to Australia and contribute to the economy.
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A shooting at a rave in Aarau, Switzerland, killed one person and injured five others early Sunday. Police are searching for a suspect and have asked people to avoid the area while the investigation continues.
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The shooting happened around 2:30 a.m. at an event called "Aarau Rave VOL. 7" held at a horse racing track.
One person died and five others were injured, with some seriously hurt.
Aarau is a town in the Aargau canton, about 29 miles west of Zurich.
Police launched a large operation and blocked off the area around the scene.
Local authorities asked residents to stay away from the site during the ongoing investigation.
The police are still searching for the person responsible for the shooting.
The incident took place early Sunday morning.
The report was made by local police and public broadcasters in Switzerland.
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In 2016, Tess Asplund, a Black woman, stood alone against hundreds of neo-Nazis in a Swedish march, symbolizing resistance to the far right. Ten years later, the far right has gained more influence in Sweden, with the Sweden Democrats expected to be the second most popular party in the upcoming election.
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Tess Asplund raised her fist in front of hundreds of neo-Nazis during a 2016 march in Borlänge, Sweden.
The photo of Asplund's defiance became globally famous as a symbol against far-right extremism.
The Sweden Democrats, a party with neo-Nazi origins, is projected to receive the second highest number of votes in Sweden’s September 2024 election.
The Sweden Democrats have supported strict migration policies targeting migrants and asylum seekers.
Sweden's current prime minister indicated the possibility of far-right parties entering the government coalition.
The Nordic Resistance Movement, a neo-Nazi group, was labeled a terror group by the U.S. in 2024.
The far right’s rise has shifted public perception, with some seeing it as becoming normalized in Sweden.
Asplund continues to oppose racism and far-right extremism after receiving both support and threats following her protest photo.
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President Trump’s administration has launched Operation Economic Outcast to cut Iran off from the global economy by threatening sanctions on countries and companies that do business with Iran. Iran faces heavy economic hardship but resists surrender, warning that it may retaliate against those enforcing US sanctions and possibly disrupt oil exports in the region.
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The US Treasury calls the new strategy Operation Economic Outcast, aimed at isolating Iran economically.
Iran’s economy is already weakened by years of sanctions, war, and a US naval blockade.
Iranian leaders want peace but refuse to surrender or abandon key demands.
Iran’s top security official says joining the US sanctions is an “act of war” and threatens retaliation.
Iran may target oil routes that bypass the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt Gulf oil exports.
China, Iran’s main oil buyer, refuses to obey US sanctions and warns it will protect its interests.
The US must convince or pressure many countries to enforce sanctions, a difficult diplomatic challenge.
Escalating sanctions could worsen tensions and increase economic suffering for ordinary Iranians.
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A shooting at a rave event in Aarau, Switzerland, killed one person and injured five others early Sunday morning. Police responded quickly and are searching for the suspect while asking people to avoid the area.
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The shooting happened at a rave called "Aarau Rave VOL. 7" at the horse racing track in Aarau's Schachen district.
Aarau is in the northern Swiss canton of Aargau, about 46 kilometers west of Zurich.
One person died and five were injured, with some hurt seriously.
Police were alerted around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday.
A large police operation is underway near the scene.
The fire department blocked off a large area around the site.
Authorities are still looking for the suspect involved in the shooting.
Locals were told to stay away from the area for safety.
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A shooting at a rave in Aarau, Switzerland, resulted in one person dead and five others injured, some seriously. Police launched a major operation and told people to avoid the area.
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The shooting happened at a rave in Aarau, the capital of the Aargau canton in northern Switzerland.
One person was killed in the incident.
Five people were injured, with some in serious condition.
Aarau is about 29 miles west of Zurich.
Local police and media reported the event on August 30, 2026.
Police are conducting a large operation at the scene.
Authorities asked residents to stay away from the area for safety.
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One person was killed and five others were injured in a shooting near Aarau, Switzerland. Police are searching for the unknown shooter, and the motive is not yet clear.
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The shooting happened near a horse racing track in Schachen, Aarau, about 29 miles west of Zurich.
The incident occurred overnight during an event where a rave was planned to continue into early Sunday.
One person died and five people were injured in the shooting.
Police are conducting a manhunt for the unknown attacker.
The exact reasons and circumstances behind the shooting are still unknown.
Authorities have cordoned off areas around the racing track, swimming pool, and sports field.
Police have sent many officers to Aarau and nearby areas as a safety measure.
The local police asked the public to stay away from the affected zones.
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The 83rd Venice Film Festival began with many famous actors attending, including George Clooney and Robert Pattinson. The festival features films that may be considered for Oscars, and includes documentaries about topics like Elon Musk, Russia, and Gaza.
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The Venice Film Festival started its 83rd edition on August 28, 2025, at the Lido in Venice, Italy.
Famous people attending include George Clooney, Penélope Cruz, Robert Pattinson, Rooney Mara, and the Gallagher brothers.
George Clooney and Ellen Burstyn are receiving lifetime achievement awards at the festival.
A nearly four-hour documentary about Elon Musk, directed by Alex Gibney, is part of the festival lineup.
Elon Musk has criticized the documentary as a "hit piece," but the filmmaker says Musk refused to be interviewed.
The documentary explores Musk's career and challenges the idea he is an inventor, comparing him to controversial figures like those involved in Enron and Elizabeth Holmes.
Other documentaries in the festival cover important issues like the situation in Gaza and Russia.
The festival mixes Hollywood glamour with serious, timely films addressing current global topics.
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An Australian woman named Renee went missing after arriving at Gyirong Port in Nepal just minutes before a severe flood destroyed the area. Her family in Australia hopes to travel to Nepal to help search for her and support other people affected by the disaster, while acknowledging the difficult situation caused by the flood and its link to climate change.
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Renee is an Australian disability support worker who was traveling in Nepal when a flood hit Gyirong Port.
The flood struck only 10 minutes after Renee’s arrival at the port, an area now heavily damaged.
Renee’s partner, Shaun, an emergency nurse, and their two daughters are preparing to travel to Nepal to assist in the search.
A GoFundMe campaign was created by Renee’s sister to help fund their travel costs.
The family knows the chances of finding Renee alive are low but are holding on to hope until there is confirmation.
Many affected people in Nepal have been displaced and face trauma from the flood disaster.
The family highlights that the flood’s impact relates to global warming, which especially harms poor populations in vulnerable regions.
Another Australian, Michael Keats, was confirmed dead after the floods; he had also been on a spiritual pilgrimage in the area.
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Picking wild mushrooms is banned in Epping Forest, Essex, because it harms the forest's ecosystem and can be dangerous if poisonous mushrooms are eaten. Officials ask people to take photos of fungi instead of picking them to protect the forest and its wildlife.
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Picking mushrooms in Epping Forest is illegal and can lead to fines or prosecution.
Mushrooms help the forest by recycling nutrients and supporting trees and animals.
Social media posts about mushroom picking encourage more people to collect fungi.
The City of London Corporation manages Epping Forest, covering about 8,000 acres.
Epping Forest is an important home for many species of fungi that need to be left alone.
Removing mushrooms harms tree health by stopping nutrient feeding.
New and rare species of fungi have been discovered nearby in recent years.
Officials say, "click, don't pick" to protect the forest and let people enjoy its wildlife safely.
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A man with dementia named George Mason, living in Sweden, has had his deportation delayed while a legal request to stop the deportation is being reviewed. He was originally ordered to leave Sweden by August 20 after his permanent residency application was rejected, but authorities are now considering an injunction to pause the process.
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George Mason is 74 years old and has vascular dementia and vascular parkinsonism.
He has lived in Sweden for more than 20 years and currently stays in a specialist care facility.
Swedish authorities initially ordered Mason to leave by August 20 after rejecting his residency application.
His family applied for legal protection to delay his deportation, which could take between two weeks and six months to decide.
The British Embassy confirmed that enforcement of the deportation is paused during this period.
Doctors warn that moving Mason to the UK could pose serious health risks or danger to his life.
Mason’s family plans to take the case to the European Court of Human Rights if necessary.
Mason’s permanent residency was denied because he did not provide required documents, and further appeals were rejected.
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A 12-year-old girl named Greta was seriously injured when a bus overturned during a holiday trip in Turkey. She suffered fractures and faces a six-month recovery, with travel insurance covering her medical care and transport back to the UK.
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Greta Williams, 12, was injured in a bus accident in Alanya, Turkey during a family holiday.
The bus lost control while overtaking another vehicle and flipped onto its side.
Greta was trapped partly under the bus and suffered fractures to her sacrum and pelvis.
She was freed within five minutes and taken by ambulance to a local hospital.
After eight days in hospital, Greta was airlifted back to the UK under their travel insurance policy.
The air ambulance flight cost about €50,000, covered by a £106 insurance policy.
Greta is currently on strict bed rest and undergoing physiotherapy in a UK hospital.
Her mother urges others to invest in good travel insurance for peace of mind during holidays.
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People who swim at Brighton beach in England are upset about sewage pollution in the sea. Pollution often appears after even a little rain, making swimming unsafe. Local swimmers worry about health risks and the loss of clean, open water for exercise and enjoyment.
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Brighton beach had two sewage alerts in August and 158 alerts so far in 2025.
Sewage pollution increases after small amounts of rain, affecting water quality.
Swimmers like Jo Armstrong and Anna Field check pollution reports before swimming.
Some swimmers avoid the sea due to fear of illness from polluted water.
Swimming programs like Pool to Pier help people swim safely but pollution limits participation.
Greg Veros switched from sea swimming to an outdoor pool after getting sick, likely from pollution.
Polluted water reduces free access to swimming for families, especially those with low incomes.
Swimmers miss the freedom of open sea swimming that pools cannot replace.
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A growing number of people fleeing Sudan’s civil war have crowded into the city of El Obeid and nearby camps, creating worsening humanitarian conditions. Thousands of families arrive daily with little food or belongings, many traumatized, as fighting and drone attacks continue in the region.
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Over 15,000 families have arrived in El Obeid since mid-July, joining more than 200,000 people displaced earlier in the year.
El Obeid was home to about 500,000 people before the war started more than three years ago.
Tens of thousands live in tented camps on the outskirts while most new arrivals come mostly on foot with few possessions.
About 85% of the displaced people are women and children; many men stay behind for farming.
Sudan’s civil war began in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia.
Around 11.3 million people have been displaced nationwide, with some areas at risk of famine.
There have been numerous violent drone attacks, including “double-tap” strikes where a second drone hits rescuers after the first strike.
The RSF militia has been responsible for many civilian casualties, including a massacre in El Fasher in October 2025.
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In Lesotho, a small number of men are becoming midwives to help reduce high maternal death rates during childbirth. Traditionally, midwifery is seen as women’s work, but more male midwives are joining to support pregnant women in this mountainous country.
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Lesotho has about 300 male midwives, though exact numbers by gender are not officially recorded.
The maternal death rate in Lesotho is about 530 deaths per 100,000 live births, much higher than the global average of 200.
Male midwives are rare worldwide, making up less than 1% of all midwives according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Midwifery is traditionally viewed as women’s work in Lesotho and many African societies have conservative views on men in this role.
Male midwives like Sehloho Sehloho provide prenatal care, helping women feel comfortable during their visits.
Sub-Saharan Africa has the highest number of maternal deaths globally, with around 180,000 pregnancy-related deaths each year on the continent.
WHO and UNICEF encourage more people, both men and women, to become midwives to address shortages in childbirth care professionals.
Sehloho Sehloho has worked as a midwife for two decades and travels long distances to clinics in rural areas.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are meeting in Kyrgyzstan for a two-day summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). The meeting includes leaders from Iran, India, Pakistan, and other countries, and aims to discuss cooperation amid tensions with Western nations.
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The SCO summit marks 25 years since the group's founding and includes about a dozen member states.
Members include Russia, China, India, Pakistan, Iran, four Central Asian countries, and Belarus.
Leaders attending include Putin, Xi, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, India’s Narendra Modi, Pakistan’s Shehbaz Sharif, and Kyrgyz leader Sadyr Japarov.
Russia and China have used SCO meetings to promote a multipolar world, positioning themselves against Western countries.
The summit occurs during conflicts in Ukraine and tensions between the US and Iran.
Russia and Iran have increased military and economic cooperation despite heavy Western sanctions.
The US recently imposed secondary sanctions on Iran’s trade partners in sectors like gold and technology.
China, a big importer of Iranian oil, has vowed to defend its interests against these sanctions.
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Guinea-Bissau held a referendum to decide on increasing the president’s powers and reducing the number of parliamentary seats ahead of a December election. The changes aim to strengthen the president's authority and simplify parliament, but the opposition opposes the move and called for a boycott.
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Guinea-Bissau voted in a referendum to change its constitution before the December general election.
The new constitution would give the president more power and lower the number of parliamentary seats from 102 to 65.
Authorities believe these changes will reduce political conflict between the president and prime minister.
The military took control of the country in a coup last November after a disputed election.
The opposition claims the referendum weakens democracy and urged people not to vote.
Guinea-Bissau has experienced several coups since independence from Portugal in 1973.
The country faces high poverty rates and is a key route for drug trafficking between Latin America and Europe.
Around 915,000 voters are registered, but many citizens are unhappy with the process and the proposed changes.
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The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln passed Singapore on its way home after a long mission in the Middle East. The ship will stop in Thailand to rest before returning to the United States.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln is a large U.S. Navy aircraft carrier.
It was seen near Singapore early on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
The ship supported U.S. military operations against Iran.
It stayed at sea for over 250 days without stopping, a record length of time.
Crew members experienced mental health challenges during the deployment.
There were shortages of supplies on the ship, including food and hygiene items.
The ship will visit a port in Thailand for rest and recovery.
After Thailand, the USS Abraham Lincoln will return to its base in the United States.
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The Madrid regional government spent €6.3 million on a penthouse that was meant to be a temporary office during renovations but can only be used as a residence. The purchase has caused controversy, with calls for transparency and an ongoing investigation into complaints about the acquisition.
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Madrid’s regional government bought a €6.3 million penthouse in April 2024.
The property was intended as a temporary workspace for President Isabel Díaz Ayuso during office renovations.
Planning laws allow the penthouse to be used only for residential purposes, not as an office.
The flat is located in the upscale Chamberí neighborhood of Madrid.
Ayuso dismissed criticism and said the penthouse would be sold, with proceeds going to wildfire victims.
A judge is investigating five complaints related to the purchase.
The leader of Ayuso’s party, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, said questions about the purchase remain unanswered.
Ayuso’s partner is awaiting trial for tax fraud and document falsification, but he denies the charges.
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