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Fans at Dollywood mourn and celebrate Dolly Parton: "There's a piece of my heart gone"

August 26, 2026 • CBS News

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Dolly Parton, a famous singer and entertainer, has died at the age of 80. Fans gathered at Dollywood, her theme park, to mourn and honor her memory.

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Dolly Parton passed away at 80 years old.
She was a well-known singer and entertainer.
Fans across the United States are mourning her death.
People gathered at Dollywood, her theme park, to remember her.
The event combined sadness and celebration of her life and work.
CBS News reported on the fans' reactions and tribute.

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Dolly Parton's life and legacy

August 26, 2026 • CBS News

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Dolly Parton, a well-known singer and songwriter, has died at age 80 after a short fight with cancer. News reports highlight her life and the impact she made during her career.

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Dolly Parton died at the age of 80.
She had a brief battle with cancer before her death.
She was famous for her singing and songwriting.
News outlets have reported on her life and legacy.
Her career spanned many years and influenced many people.
CBS News covered the story and shared details about her life.

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Russia’s baiting and switching Latin Americans to fight its war

August 26, 2026 • The Hill

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Some Latin American individuals were encouraged to join Russia’s military effort with promises of good treatment and rewards. However, upon arriving, they faced harsh and difficult conditions instead of what they were told.

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Latin Americans were recruited to fight for Russia.
They were promised benefits and good conditions.
The reality was much harsher and more dangerous than promised.
Many experienced difficult and unpleasant situations abroad.
The recruitment involved misleading or false promises.
The situation shows challenges in how foreign fighters are recruited.
This involves international movement of people for conflict.

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Prince Harry and Meghan returning to the U.K. today, BBC News reports

August 26, 2026 • CBS News

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Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are returning to the United Kingdom after living in California for six years. They will not resume royal duties and plan to live in the Cotswolds while raising their two children.

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Prince Harry and Meghan are flying privately from California to the U.K. with their two children.
The couple stepped away from their senior royal roles in January 2020 to become financially independent.
They plan to live in the Cotswolds, about two hours west of London, and will remain non-working members of the royal family.
Their children, Archie and Lilibet, will start at a new school next week.
Prince Harry lost a legal case against the U.K. government’s decision to reduce his security during visits to the U.K.
The couple is working on launching a new charitable organization.
They have faced tensions with other royal family members since stepping back in 2020.
Prince Harry and six others were ordered by a court to pay millions after losing a legal claim against the Daily Mail newspaper.

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At least 22 bodies recovered, hundreds missing after Nepal-Tibet flash floods

August 26, 2026 • France24

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At least 22 people have died and 384 are missing after flash floods caused by an avalanche in Nepal and Tibet. The floods destroyed villages, roads, and power projects, with many tourists among those missing.

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A flash flood triggered by an avalanche of ice and rock hit parts of Nepal and Tibet on August 26, 2026.
At least 22 people have died, and 384 people, including tourists from several countries, are missing.
The floods damaged homes, roads, and hydropower facilities, especially in Nepal’s Rasuwa district.
Nepalese officials requested rescue help from India and China.
The disaster affected rivers including the Bhotekoshi, Trishuli, Narayani, and Lhende Khola.
Climate experts said melting glaciers and warming temperatures likely caused the avalanche.
The Himalayan region is experiencing more extreme weather due to climate change, causing more floods and landslides.
Similar flash floods happened in this area last year, also linked to glacier overflow caused by rising temperatures.

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Eye Opener: Tributes pour in for Dolly Parton

August 26, 2026 • CBS News

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Dolly Parton died at the age of 80. People across the nation are paying tribute to her legacy and contributions.

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Dolly Parton passed away at 80 years old.
Many people are remembering and honoring her.
Tributes are being shared nationwide.
The news was covered by CBS News.
Dolly Parton was a well-known figure in the country.

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Sanctioned international court president says she asked Japan to help de-escalate tensions with US

August 26, 2026 • AP News

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The president of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Tomoko Akane, who is Japanese, said she does not believe she should be punished by U.S. sanctions. She is asking Japan to work with the United States to prevent tensions from increasing after the U.S. imposed sanctions on ICC officials over investigations involving U.S. military actions and Israeli officials.

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Tomoko Akane, ICC president and Japanese national, was sanctioned by the U.S. last week.
U.S. sanctions freeze ICC officials’ assets in the U.S., block their entry, and cut off access to financial services.
The U.S. claims the ICC is overstepping its authority by investigating Israeli and U.S. military personnel.
The Trump administration has sanctioned about half of the ICC judges and prosecutors.
Akane says sanctions will not stop her from doing her work or weaken the ICC.
Akane asked Japan to help persuade the U.S. not to raise tensions and to defend the ICC.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the U.S. sanctions contradict Japan’s position and pledged support for Akane.
Japanese officials are meeting with Akane and pushing against the U.S. actions while balancing their alliance with the U.S.

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Prince Harry and wife Meghan arrive in the UK as they make a fresh start in Britain

August 26, 2026 • AP News

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Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have returned to the United Kingdom after living in the United States for over six years. Their children are enrolled in British schools, and the family plans to live privately outside London as they start a new chapter in Britain.

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Prince Harry and Meghan arrived in the UK at Birmingham International Airport on Wednesday.
They previously lived in California and stepped down from royal duties over six years ago.
Their children, Prince Archie (7) and Princess Lilibet (5), will attend schools in Britain starting September.
The family will live in a private home outside of London, but the exact location is undisclosed.
Harry and Meghan left the royal family to work with Netflix and Spotify contracts.
The couple has raised issues about staff insensitivity and alleged racism within the royal family.
King Charles III, Harry’s father, is currently receiving treatment for cancer.
Harry hopes to reconnect with his father, but tensions remain with his brother, Prince William.

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Dubai airport reports sharp drop in second quarter traffic due to Iran war’s effects

August 26, 2026 • AP News

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Dubai International Airport saw a large drop in passengers in the second quarter because the war involving Iran caused travel disruptions. The airport had 13 million passengers in that period, down more than 30% from the previous year, but officials expect passenger numbers to improve soon.

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Dubai International Airport had 13 million passengers in the second quarter of 2026.
This number is 31.3% less than the same period in 2025.
The total passengers in the first half of 2026 were 31.5 million.
Air traffic was affected by shutdowns after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on February 28, 2026.
The airport was slightly damaged by attacks from Iran.
There were 150,600 aircraft take-offs and landings in the first half of 2026, down 32.1% compared to last year.
Passenger numbers have been steadily increasing each month since the disruption lasted two months.
Airport CEO Paul Griffiths expects full operations to return soon as European airlines plan to resume flights.

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Photos: Avalanche floods kill eight, hundreds missing in Nepal’s Himalayas

August 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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An avalanche of ice and rock in Nepal’s Himalayas caused large floods that killed at least eight people and left hundreds missing. The disaster damaged villages, roads, and power plants, mainly along the Bhotekoshi river, and rescue teams are asking for help from neighboring countries.

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At least eight people died and hundreds are missing after an avalanche triggered floods in Nepal’s Himalayan region.
The floods occurred around 9 a.m. local time and washed away villages and infrastructure along the Bhotekoshi river.
Officials reported 384 tourists unaccounted for, including 291 foreigners from India, Malaysia, the UK, and the US.
Roads and hydropower projects were destroyed by the floods.
Authorities warned people to stay away from the Bhotekoshi, Trishuli, and Narayani rivers due to ongoing risks.
Nepal requested rescue assistance from India and China.
The worst-hit area was Rasuwa district, affected by similar floods last year caused by an overflowing glacial lake in Tibet.
Experts say the avalanche blocked a tributary river before releasing a sudden flood, highlighting growing dangers from climate change in the Himalayas.

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‘Lake America’? Who is responsible for naming geographic places?

August 26, 2026 • The Hill

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President Donald Trump expressed a wish to rename "Lake America" during a growing trade disagreement with Canada. The article discusses who has the authority to name or rename geographic locations.

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President Trump wants to change the name of "Lake America."
This request comes during increased trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
The article explores the process of naming geographic places.
Geographic names are typically managed by government agencies or naming boards.
Changing place names often involves official procedures and approvals.

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China advises its citizens to leave Taiwan ally Eswatini over 'security risks'

August 26, 2026 • BBC World

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China's government has warned its citizens to leave Eswatini, a country in Africa that supports Taiwan, due to safety concerns like cybercrime and illegal gambling. This advice came after some Chinese people were arrested in Eswatini, and China said those who stay may face serious risks and less help if needed.

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China told its citizens to leave Eswatini because of high security risks, including cyber fraud and gambling crimes.
China suggested relocating to safer nearby countries like South Africa.
Eswatini is one of 12 countries globally, and the only one in Africa, that has official ties with Taiwan.
Forty Chinese nationals were arrested in Eswatini last month during raids on illegal online gambling centers.
Those 40 arrested were released by a court but then re-arrested, which lawyers said was unlawful.
The Eswatini government has not responded publicly to the arrests or China's travel warning.
China has pressured many countries to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan and suspended trade tariffs on all African nations except Eswatini.
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te postponed a trip to Eswatini in April due to travel restrictions influenced by China but visited secretly in May.

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Satellite Images Show Scale of Texas Ross Fire as Blaze Hits 80,000 Acres

August 26, 2026 • Newsweek

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A large wildfire called the Ross Fire has burned 80,000 acres in North Texas near the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As of early Wednesday, the fire was only 12 percent controlled, and firefighters are working to protect homes and buildings while conditions remain difficult due to strong winds, hot temperatures, and dry land.

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The Ross Fire started early Monday afternoon and quickly grew to 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties.
Only 12 percent of the fire was contained by early Wednesday.
Strong northwest winds are pushing the fire south and making it harder to control.
Several buildings, including at a youth camp called Worth Ranch, were destroyed, but everyone was safely evacuated.
Firefighters are using water-dropping aircraft to help fight the fire.
More than 100 firefighters are working through rough conditions described as a “perfect storm” of dry plants and weather.
The area has grass and brush that easily catch fire and spread flames quickly.
Authorities warn that fire conditions will stay dangerous due to heat, low humidity, and wind.

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How Dolly Parton helped the world - from children's books to supporting Covid vaccine

August 26, 2026 • BBC Top Stories

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Dolly Parton has helped many communities through her charitable work, including supporting medical research for a Covid-19 vaccine and aiding wildfire victims. Her main project, the Imagination Library, sends free books to young children to help them learn to read and has distributed over 332 million books worldwide.

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Dolly Parton started the Imagination Library in 1995 to send free books to children under five years old.
The program began in Sevier County, Tennessee, and grew to serve children in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, and Australia.
Over 332 million books have been sent to children through the Imagination Library.
Parton founded the Dollywood Foundation in 1988 to support children's education and other charitable causes.
She funded medical research that contributed to the development of one of the first Covid-19 vaccines.
In the 1990s, she offered $500 to seventh- and eighth-graders in her hometown if they graduated from high school, helping reduce dropout rates.
The Imagination Library has helped many children who had never owned a book before feel special and encouraged to read.
Dolly Parton received the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy in 2022 for her generous charitable work.

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Murder investigation launched after two die in Middlesbrough house fire

August 26, 2026 • Guardian World

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A house fire in Middlesbrough killed two people, and police have started a murder investigation. Authorities are exploring possible connections to organised crime and linking the fire to other recent incidents involving serious crime in the area.

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The house fire happened early Wednesday morning in the Grangetown area of Middlesbrough.
Two people died in the fire; a woman is critically ill in hospital, and three others have less serious injuries.
Police have started a murder investigation but are still determining what exactly happened.
The fire occurred about two miles from a fatal car crash on Saturday that killed seven people, including two police officers.
Police seized the opportunity of the recent events to arrest 17 people suspected of organised crime links.
The car crash involved a Volkswagen Passat driving the wrong way on a highway, which collided with a police car.
Local authorities have urged the public not to spread unconfirmed information about the fire.
Firefighters sent six fire engines and a command unit to control the house blaze and have closed roads nearby.

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Nepal Floods Update: Video Shows Gigantic 100Ft Wave of Water Consume Town

August 26, 2026 • Newsweek

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A huge wave caused by a blocked river hit towns in northern Nepal and Tibet, killing at least eight people and leaving hundreds missing. The flood destroyed homes, roads, and power systems, and rescue efforts are ongoing with help requested from India and China.

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A sudden flood occurred after an avalanche blocked a river near the Himalayan border crossing at Gyirong Port.
At least eight people died, and hundreds are missing, including 384 tourists from several countries.
The flood damaged villages, roads, and hydropower projects in Nepal’s Rasuwa district.
Power and communication were cut off on the Chinese side of the border.
Nepal asked India and China for help with rescue operations.
Similar flooding happened in the same district in August 2025 due to a glacial lake overflow.
Rescue efforts are still underway to reach the affected areas.
The event highlights risks from high mountain temperatures and blocked rivers causing flash floods.

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Iran, Oman agree on temporary Hormuz route: What we know

August 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Iran and Oman have agreed on a temporary route for ships to travel through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil and gas shipments. However, the strait will not fully reopen until the United States meets its commitments under a peace deal that has expired, and tensions in the area continue.

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The Strait of Hormuz carries about 20% of the world's oil and natural gas shipments.
Conflict between the US and Iran has effectively closed the strait to most shipping since February 28.
Iran and Oman agreed on a temporary maritime route for ships passing through the strait.
The strait is a narrow passage and very important for global energy markets.
Iran closed the strait in early March, allowing only some ships it trusted to pass.
The US has accused Iran of placing mines in the strait; Iran suggests using its route map to avoid these risks.
A ceasefire and peace talks began in June, including a temporary agreement to keep the strait open, but disagreements over shipping routes caused continued tensions.
Recently, an oil tanker was damaged near the strait’s entrance, showing ongoing risks in the area.

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Dead whale washes ashore on beach in Mexico

August 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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A whale about 12 meters long was found dead on a beach in Tijuana, Mexico. Officials believe the whale died in the ocean before it washed up on shore and said they will bury it.

Key Facts

The whale measured about 12 meters (around 39 feet) in length.
It was discovered dead on a beach in Tijuana, a city in Mexico.
Authorities think the whale died at sea, not on the beach.
The dead whale was carried to shore by the ocean.
Officials plan to bury the whale on the beach.
No information was given about the species of the whale.
The cause of death has not been reported.

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John Ratcliffe's Mystery Moscow Trip Is a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Story

August 26, 2026 • Newsweek

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CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a secret trip to Moscow on August 25, which was revealed by flight-tracking data before any official announcement. The Kremlin said Ratcliffe met with Russian security services, but details about the meetings and discussions remain undisclosed, creating much speculation about the purpose of the visit.

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John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow on a U.S. Air Force C-17A military plane.
The trip became publicly known after flight trackers revealed the unusual flight path.
The Kremlin confirmed Ratcliffe’s visit involved contacts between security services.
No meeting between Ratcliffe and Russian President Vladimir Putin took place.
The U.S. government has not shared details about Ratcliffe’s meetings or agenda.
The visit happened amid rising tensions between the U.S., Russia, and NATO.
Reports suggest the trip could be linked to disputes over Ukraine and possible Russian military moves.
Flight data showed the planes first stopped in Riga, Latvia, before heading to Moscow.

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Dolly Parton explains why she's "almost like three people" | 60 Minutes Archive

August 26, 2026 • CBS News

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Dolly Parton gave an interview to 60 Minutes in 2009 where she talked about her life and career. She explained that she sees herself as having three parts: her role as a singer, a businesswoman, and her personal identity.

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Dolly Parton was interviewed by Morley Safer for 60 Minutes in 2009.
She showed him around her Chasing Rainbows Museum.
She described feeling like she has three sides or roles in her life.
One part is her career as a singer and performer.
Another part is her work as a businessperson.
The third part relates to her personal self.
The interview originally aired on CBS News.
The museum highlights her life and achievements.

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