The Iranian government is preparing to raise fuel prices to help support its struggling economy amid ongoing U.S. sanctions and conflict. Fuel prices in Iran are heavily subsidized, but these subsidies are now a financial burden as fuel consumption exceeds production.
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Iran plans to increase fuel prices soon due to economic difficulties.
The U.S. has imposed sanctions and a blockade on Iranian seaports, affecting Iran’s economy.
Iran’s population is about 93 million people.
Fuel prices in Iran are currently much lower than in most countries because of government subsidies.
Iran’s fuel subsidies cost the government a lot, as Iranians consume 135 million liters daily while production is about 121 million liters.
The government restricts how much subsidized fuel people can buy each month using fuel cards and quotas.
The Iranian rial recently fell to a new low against the U.S. dollar amid tension with the U.S.
Authorities are cautious because raising fuel prices has caused protests in the past.
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Hawaii is facing dangerous flooding and mudslides due to Tropical Storm Moke, which brings heavy rain and strong winds. The storm follows recent damage from Tropical Storm Lala, which caused flooding, power outages, and destruction across the islands.
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Tropical Storm Moke hit Hawaii with winds around 45 mph and heavy rain expected to bring 5 to 10 inches, up to 15 inches in some areas.
The National Hurricane Center warned of life-threatening flooding and mudslides, especially on the Big Island’s windward and southeast sides.
Tropical Storm Lala, earlier this month, caused major damage including flooding over 3.5 feet and knocked out power to over 100,000 people.
Lala damaged or destroyed about 100 homes and six bridges in Hawaii.
Recovery efforts are ongoing, and officials warn even moderate rain from Moke could cause new problems due to already saturated ground.
Hawaii has rarely been hit directly by hurricanes because of typically cooler ocean temperatures, but warmer waters this year from an El Niño pattern increase storm risks.
No hurricanes have formed so far in the 2026 Pacific hurricane season despite a few other named storms appearing.
Local officials urge residents to prepare for impacts from Moke and remain cautious.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says that despite facing economic, military, and security challenges, Iran has remained strong and has not become like Venezuela. He refers to these challenges as a full-scale war against Iran.
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President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran spoke about the country’s challenges.
He described the difficulties as economic, military, and security threats.
He said these challenges amount to a full-scale war against Iran.
Pezeshkian stated Iran has stayed strong and stable.
He compared Iran’s situation to Venezuela and said Iran has not become like Venezuela.
The statement highlights Iran’s resilience amid ongoing pressures.
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Emergency officials in Oregon and other states are warning drone users to avoid flying near wildfires. Unauthorized drones can disrupt firefighting efforts by forcing aircraft to pause their work, which can allow fires to spread more. Violators may face heavy fines, prison time, and loss of their drone privileges.
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Oregon is experiencing its worst wildfire season on record.
The Oregon Department of Aviation and Emergency Management have declared active wildfire zones as no-drone areas.
Drones flying near fires can force firefighting aircraft to stop missions temporarily, delaying efforts to control fires.
Delays in firefighting due to drones can cause fires to spread more and increase danger to people and property.
Penalties for flying drones near wildfires include fines up to $75,000, up to 12 months in federal prison, equipment confiscation, and losing pilot certificates.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) sets Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) around wildfire areas to keep unauthorized aircraft out.
The U.S. Forest Service has reported drone incidents near wildfires in at least eight states, leading to firefighting operations being shut down multiple times.
Recent drone interference has also occurred during fires in Utah and other states.
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Scientists warn that Australia's marine parks mainly protect remote ocean areas where few people go, leaving coastal waters vulnerable. They urge the government to increase protection of diverse and important marine ecosystems near the mainland to better preserve species and habitats.
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Over 270 marine scientists from 84 institutes urged Australia's environment minister for stronger marine protections.
Australia’s oceans have diverse ecosystems, including tropical reefs, Antarctic shores, and six UNESCO world heritage sites.
About 25% of Australian waters are highly protected, but mostly in remote offshore areas, not near the coast.
Scientists want at least 30% of every marine region protected, banning damaging fishing and mining activities.
Some coastal areas near New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, and the Northern Territory have less than 7% protection.
Marine ecosystems face threats from climate change, fishing, industry, and urban growth.
The government plans to expand marine parks to meet its goal of protecting 30% of oceans by 2030, potentially finishing early.
Experts say current protected zones do not represent the full variety of marine life across different regions.
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France has reported 301 drownings since June 19, which is 14% more than last year. The increase is linked to ongoing heatwaves that have caused people to swim in unsafe areas like canals and private pools.
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Since June 19, 301 people have drowned in France, up 14% from 2025.
Heatwaves in France, Spain, and Italy have also caused large wildfires.
Many drownings happened in places not meant or supervised for swimming, such as canals.
Some deaths occurred in private pools, often involving older people who may suffer shock from cold water.
The government is working with local authorities to improve safety at swimming spots.
A sports and youth minister warned people about the dangers of swimming in rivers and canals without caution.
Europe is warming faster than the global average due to climate change.
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High-ranking officials from Israel and Syria met to reduce tensions following an Israeli airstrike on a Syrian airbase. The meeting aimed to ease conflict between the two countries after the recent military action.
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Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani met with Roman Gofman, the head of Israel's Mossad intelligence agency.
The meeting happened shortly after an Israeli attack on a Syrian airbase.
The airstrike had increased tensions between Syria and Israel.
Israeli Prime Minister's office chose not to comment on the meeting.
Syrian officials did not immediately reply to requests for comment.
The talks focused on calming the situation between the two nations.
The meeting is a rare direct contact between Israeli and Syrian officials in recent times.
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Some places might keep daylight saving time all year, making sunsets happen later in winter, possibly after 7 p.m. This change would affect how much daylight people get during the day in winter months.
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Permanent daylight saving means clocks stay one hour ahead year-round.
This would delay sunsets, so it gets dark later in the evening.
During winter, sunsets could occur after 7 p.m. instead of earlier.
More daylight in the evening may affect people's daily routines.
Mornings in winter would start darker and later.
The change aims to give people more daylight in the hours after work or school.
Different regions might decide whether to keep daylight saving time permanently.
The shift affects how society schedules activities and how much natural light people see.
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About 10,000 people gathered in Stockholm to demand stronger climate action just weeks before Sweden’s general election. Climate activist Greta Thunberg joined the protest, criticizing the current government for weakening policies that aim to reduce emissions.
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The protest took place in Stockholm, Sweden, on August 23, 2026.
Around 10,000 people participated in the rally.
The demonstration was organized by various groups including youth, sports, unions, and environmental organizations.
Greta Thunberg criticized all political parties for not matching climate science requirements to avoid disaster.
Sweden aims to cut CO2 emissions from transport by 70% by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2045.
Since 2022, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s government lowered petrol taxes and lessened rules for using low-carbon fuels.
The government rejected proposals to meet 2030 targets that included higher taxes on petrol and diesel.
A recent poll showed 37% of voters consider climate change a top election issue.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said holding elections during the ongoing war would be risky and could harm the country. This statement came after his former defense minister suggested having an election, but a recent poll shows only 15% of Ukrainians support voting now.
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President Zelensky opposes holding elections while Ukraine is at war.
He believes elections now could split or harm the country.
His former defense minister called for elections during wartime.
A poll by the Kyiv Institute of Sociology found just 15% support wartime elections.
Ukraine is currently under martial law due to the conflict with Russia.
The situation remains tense with ongoing Russian attacks on Ukrainian areas.
Zelensky has requested more military help, including Patriot missile interceptors.
Civilian casualties have reached their highest level since 2022.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said holding elections during the ongoing war would be very dangerous and could harm the country. This response came after former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was fired last month, called for elections.
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President Zelensky opposes holding elections while Ukraine is at war.
He believes elections now could create division in Ukraine.
The call for elections was made by ex-defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Fedorov was dismissed by Zelensky last month.
The situation in Ukraine remains tense due to ongoing conflict with Russia.
Zelensky worries that elections during wartime could damage the country’s unity and stability.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said Ukraine's recent long-range attacks on Russian sites have "opened Pandora's box," leading Russia to strike important parts of Ukraine's economy. Following these remarks, Russia launched new attacks on Ukraine, including hitting a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih and attacking ports and other infrastructure.
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Putin warned Ukraine that its attacks on Russian economic sites would provoke serious Russian strikes in response.
Ukraine carried out drone attacks on Russian oil refineries, warehouses, and even near Moscow.
Russia responded with missile and drone attacks on Ukraine's energy facilities, ports, and transport systems.
A Russian strike on a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih killed 16 people and injured 140 in a double drone attack.
Russia claimed to have damaged fuel storage tanks and cargo unloading equipment in the southern Ukrainian port of Yuzhny.
Ukrainian railway officials reported a Russian drone strike on a passenger train, but no injuries occurred.
Ukraine said it attacked Russian sites in Crimea, including destroying a Russian jet at the Saky air base.
Both sides accuse each other of targeting civilian infrastructure during the conflict.
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China has delayed its Chang’e 7 mission to the Moon’s South Pole until 2027 to ensure a successful launch. The delay likely results from poor weather caused by Typhoon Narra and the limited opportunity to safely reach the lunar South Pole.
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Chang’e 7 is a Chinese lunar mission that includes an orbiter, lander, rover, and mini-hopper probe.
The mission aims to land near Shackleton Crater at the Moon’s South Pole, a key area because of potential water ice in permanently shadowed zones.
China postponed the launch planned from the Wenchang Space Launch Site due to weather concerns from Typhoon Narra.
The launch window for safely reaching the lunar South Pole is limited and may not reopen until early 2027.
The mission requires about 90 days of lunar orbit reconnaissance before landing.
No spacecraft has yet made a soft landing near the lunar poles, which are more challenging than equatorial areas.
The delay creates an opening for NASA and Blue Origin to potentially reach the lunar South Pole first with their Blue Moon lander mission.
Blue Origin’s launch was also delayed earlier due to an accident at its Florida launch pad but is working to resume soon.
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Robin Wall Kimmerer is an author, scientist, and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation who combines Indigenous knowledge and Western science in her work. She writes about plants and nature as living beings and encourages people to respect and care for the environment through planting trees and appreciation of natural gifts.
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Robin Wall Kimmerer is a botanist, university professor, and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
Her book "Braiding Sweetgrass," first published in 2013, blends Indigenous wisdom and scientific knowledge about plants.
The book became a New York Times bestseller in 2020 and has sold over two million copies.
Kimmerer treats plants and trees as living persons and relatives, emphasizing a personal connection to nature.
She planted a basswood tree next to a 200-250 year old maple tree to prepare for changes caused by climate change.
Kimmerer started the "Plant Baby Plant" campaign to encourage tree planting.
She teaches Indigenous children about trees and respect for nature to cultivate gratitude from a young age.
Her recent book, "The Serviceberry," discusses nature’s abundance as a gift, sold over 400,000 copies since late 2024.
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China has postponed its Chang’e-7 mission to the Moon, which aimed to search for water ice near the lunar south pole. The China Manned Space Agency said the mission did not meet the launch conditions and cannot proceed during the planned time this year.
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The Chang’e-7 mission was scheduled to launch soon from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in southern China.
The mission’s goal was to explore permanently shadowed craters and survey the lunar south pole’s environment and resources.
The agency cited a “comprehensive assessment” and prioritized prudence and mission success for the delay.
No specific reason was given for why the mission did not meet launch conditions.
Chang’e is named after a Chinese moon goddess.
The Chang’e-6 mission in 2024 successfully returned rock and soil samples from the far side of the moon.
This is the seventh mission in China’s Chang’e lunar exploration program.
Preparations for the Chang’e-7 had been ongoing in recent weeks before the delay announcement.
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney warned that middle powers must resist economic pressure from stronger countries. Now, President Donald Trump has imposed high tariffs on Canadian goods, testing Canada’s ability to respond without giving in. Canada has promised to retaliate and rejected U.S. demands that it said would limit its trade freedom.
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney warned about resisting economic coercion by more powerful countries like the U.S. and China.
President Trump imposed 50% tariffs on about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods starting September 8, 2026.
Canada walked away from trade talks, saying U.S. demands were too harsh and would limit its ability to trade with others.
Canada announced it would retaliate with similar measures against U.S. goods.
Carney said the U.S. demand threatened Canadian sovereignty—the country’s right to make its own decisions.
British Columbia’s Premier said accepting the U.S. conditions would have made Canada like an economic “51st state.”
The dispute tests how countries manage economic pressure from powerful allies and challenges long-standing alliances.
President Trump said Canada depends heavily on the U.S. economy, highlighting the power imbalance.
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Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s planned trip to India has been delayed due to diplomatic tensions between the two countries following a press conference by Bangladesh’s exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Both countries are discussing how to improve relations, but the visit remains uncertain amid disagreements over political events and extradition requests.
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Tarique Rahman is Bangladesh’s current Prime Minister and the son of Khaleda Zia, a political rival of Sheikh Hasina.
Rahman’s first trip to India was postponed after Hasina, living in exile in India, held a press conference that upset Bangladesh.
India clarified it had no involvement in Hasina’s press conference but Bangladesh still objected.
India invited Rahman for a visit ahead of the BRICS summit, which India currently chairs.
India's envoy to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, urged both sides to move past historical differences.
Bangladesh’s government says it is cautious about Rahman’s India visit and wants clarity on India’s intentions.
Bangladesh is concerned about India delaying action on Hasina’s extradition request; the two countries have an extradition treaty excluding political cases.
India’s Foreign Minister emphasized that bilateral ties must work for both countries with mutual respect.
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CBS News shared a collection of important and striking photos taken during the week of August 16-22, 2026. These images show notable events and moments from around the world.
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The photo gallery covers events from August 16 to August 22, 2026.
The images include various significant and emotional moments.
CBS News presents the photos on its platform, including the CBS News app.
The gallery is part of the "Sunday Morning" program.
Viewers can see the gallery through multiple devices and browsers.
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Country singer Kenny Chesney shares his life story in a new book called "Heart Life Music." He talks about his experiences from growing up in Tennessee to becoming a famous musician and how he overcame challenges during his career.
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Kenny Chesney wrote a memoir titled "Heart Life Music."
The book covers his life from Knoxville, Tennessee, to his music career.
He discusses his connection with fans known as "No Shoes Nation."
Chesney talks about his family and touring life.
He describes a difficult moment in 2009 when he felt like he was struggling during a concert.
The interview was recorded in the Florida Keys.
The story was shared on CBS News on October 26, 2025.
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