A 17-year-old Palestinian was killed and another person seriously hurt in an attack by settlers near Hebron in the West Bank. The United Nations urged for the protection of Palestinians and for those responsible to be held accountable.
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The attack happened in the West Bank, an area under Israeli occupation.
The victim was a 17-year-old Palestinian teenager.
Another person was critically injured in the same attack.
The attack was carried out by settlers living in the area.
So far this year, 22 Palestinians have been killed in attacks by settlers.
The United Nations responded by calling for protection of Palestinians.
The UN also demanded that those who commit such attacks should face justice.
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In December 2025, Burkina Faso detained 11 Nigerian Air Force crew after their plane made an emergency landing without permission but later released them following talks. This event highlights growing political and security tensions between Nigeria and the Sahel countries of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, who formed a new alliance and left the regional economic group ECOWAS.
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A Nigerian Air Force C-130 plane made an emergency landing in Burkina Faso in December 2025 due to technical problems.
Burkina Faso detained the 11 crew members for entering its airspace without approval; they were released after diplomatic discussions.
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger created the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) in 2023 for mutual defense.
These three countries withdrew from ECOWAS, a West African economic community, in January 2025.
The region faces ongoing security issues from groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP operating across borders.
Niger left a joint regional force fighting armed groups around Lake Chad in March 2025 to protect its oil fields.
Experts warn that the reduced cooperation between Nigeria and AES countries could allow militants to move and operate more freely.
In April 2026, coordinated militant attacks in Mali killed the country's defense minister, showing continued instability in the Sahel.
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Canada will impose tariffs that match U.S. tariffs on Canadian products after trade talks between the two countries failed to reach an agreement. The U.S. started new 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods, and Canada responded to protect its workers and businesses.
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The U.S. imposed new tariffs of 50% on some Canadian products worth about $20 billion starting Saturday.
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada will match the U.S. tariffs "dollar for dollar."
Trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S. did not produce an agreement after last-minute talks.
The U.S. offered tariff reductions on steel, aluminum, autos, and lumber, but Canada found proposed changes unfair.
Canada has retaliated against the U.S., including removing U.S. alcohol and wine from liquor stores.
President Donald Trump delayed the tariffs by three days to give talks more time.
Canada aims to reduce its economic reliance on the U.S., which currently accounts for about 70% of Canadian exports.
The U.S. and Canada still need to finalize changes to the North American trade agreement, USMCA.
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Canada has stopped trade talks with the United States and will match new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods with equal tariffs on U.S. products. The U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on a variety of Canadian items after talks failed just before a deadline.
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The U.S. imposed new 50% tariffs on many Canadian goods starting at midnight on August 22, 2026.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada’s plan to impose equivalent tariffs on U.S. goods “dollar for dollar.”
Talks broke down because Canada said last-minute changes by the U.S. were unfair and economically damaging.
Earlier, President Donald Trump had paused tariffs, believing a deal was close.
Negotiators had been trying to reduce existing tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum, and autos.
Canada was asked to allow U.S. alcohol sales in its provinces as part of the deal.
The tariffs affect products like wine, dairy, cement, clothing, and hockey equipment.
U.S. officials said Canada rejected previously agreed terms and made new demands.
Businesses on both sides warn higher tariffs could harm economies and jobs.
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A boat carrying migrants from Tunisia to Italy sank off the Tunisian coast, leaving at least 13 people missing. Two survivors were rescued, one of whom was in serious condition, while authorities and rights groups criticize European Union support for Tunisia's strict border control measures.
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At least 13 Tunisians are missing after their migrant boat capsized near Tunisia.
Two people survived; one survivor reported being stranded at sea for hours.
The incident occurred early Thursday; rescue efforts involved local boats.
Tunisia has seen fewer migrant departures recently due to tighter controls backed by the European Union.
Many migrants from across Africa travel through Tunisia on unsafe boats.
Human rights groups criticize the EU-Tunisia deal for causing violent sea interceptions and rights violations.
Over 35,000 people have gone missing in the Mediterranean Sea since 2014, according to the International Organization for Migration.
The Tunisian Observatory for Human Rights estimates around 10,000 Tunisians have disappeared at sea trying to reach Europe since 2011.
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The Gibbon Conservation Center near Los Angeles has cared for rare and endangered gibbons for 50 years. It is home to about 40 gibbons across five species and is recognized worldwide for its work in gibbon care and research.
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The center is located in the hills of Santa Clarita Valley, north of Los Angeles.
It was founded by Alan Mootnick, a self-taught expert on gibbons who ran a home remodeling business.
The center has grown from a small collection to a global institution focused only on gibbons.
Gibbons are known for their loud, distinctive singing, which can be heard from far away.
The center cares for about 40 gibbons from five different species.
Director Gabi Skollar has worked at the center since 2005 and continues the mission after Mootnick’s death in 2011.
The center helps global research by studying gibbon behaviors and sharing knowledge with field conservationists.
Caretakers live on-site and provide daily feeding and care, listening to the gibbons’ calls several times a day.
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The U.S. planned to put a 50% tax (tariff) on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods after trade talks failed. Canada said it would apply the same tariffs back to the U.S. to protect its workers and businesses.
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The U.S. wanted to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian products starting early Saturday.
Canada decided to match those tariffs "dollar for dollar."
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Canada did not agree to the latest trade deal terms.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended trade talks and sent negotiators back to Canada.
The tariffs affect about 5% of Canadian goods sent to the U.S., including hockey sticks and tongue depressors.
President Trump delayed the tariff deadline by three days to continue talks, but no agreement was reached.
The current U.S. tariff on Canadian goods is 10%, but most products are exempt under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade deal signed during President Trump's first term.
The trade conflict adds tension between two countries that trade $880 billion in goods and services annually.
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Federal officials announced significant water cutbacks for California, Nevada, and Arizona over the next two years to protect the Colorado River, which is facing severe drought and low reservoir levels. Arizona will have the largest reductions, while upstream states like Colorado and Utah will not have cuts for now. Mexico will also reduce its water use under a treaty.
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California, Nevada, and Arizona must cut their water use from the Colorado River by 1.25 million acre-feet annually for two years.
Arizona will face the biggest water reductions among the three states.
Upstream states (Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, New Mexico) are not required to reduce water use at this time.
Mexico will reduce its water intake by 250,000 acre-feet under a U.S.-Mexico agreement.
The Colorado River supplies water to 35 to 40 million people.
The current water-sharing rules expire in October, but the seven states have not agreed on new long-term sharing plans.
Lake Mead and Lake Powell, the two largest reservoirs fed by the Colorado, have dropped to their lowest levels in nearly 70 years.
If Lake Powell falls 33 more feet, it will lose the ability to produce hydroelectric power and move water downstream.
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South Korea is sending its first container ship through the Arctic shipping route to test if it can be a useful alternative path to Europe amid disruptions in Middle Eastern routes. The trip aims to explore faster shipping options, but environmental groups worry the increased Arctic traffic could speed up ice melting.
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The container ship "PanStar Acro" will sail from Busan, South Korea, to Europe via the Arctic.
The route could cut about 7,000 kilometers and 10 days from the usual Asia-Europe journey through the Suez Canal.
The voyage will visit ports in Britain, the Netherlands, and Poland, lasting about 45 days.
This follows China’s earlier Arctic route trip with the ship "Dubai Tower."
The Arctic route is seen as a growing alternative due to geopolitical risks in the Middle East.
There are concerns about possible violations of Western sanctions on Russia, since Russian services support navigation on the route.
Environmental groups warn that increased use of the Arctic route could accelerate melting of polar ice caused by global warming.
Major shipping companies have pledged to avoid Arctic routes due to environmental concerns.
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Authorities in Peru’s Arequipa region have started using helicopters to rescue people trapped by landslides on the Southern Coastal Highway. Heavy rains caused the landslides, blocking the road and leaving many people and vehicles stranded for six days.
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Heavy rains caused landslides in Peru’s Arequipa region.
Landslides damaged parts of the Southern Coastal Highway.
Dozens of people and vehicles were stranded for nearly a week.
Helicopter evacuations have begun to rescue those trapped.
The highway is an important road along the southern coast of Peru.
Rescue efforts are ongoing to ensure the safety of stranded people.
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Tang Ngok-kwan, a former organizer of Hong Kong’s annual candlelight vigil for the Tiananmen Square crackdown victims, continues to quietly remember the event despite arrests and convictions of fellow activists. Two of Tang’s former colleagues were recently convicted under a national security law and accused of trying to overthrow China’s Communist Party leadership.
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Tang Ngok-kwan was part of the Hong Kong Alliance that held candlelight vigils for the 1989 Tiananmen crackdown victims.
The vigil in Victoria Park was once the only large public memorial for the crackdown in China.
Two former colleagues of Tang were convicted under a Beijing-imposed national security law.
The convicted activists were accused of inciting others to overthrow China’s Communist Party.
The vigil organizing group was also found guilty.
The annual vigil has stopped after police and government pressure increased.
Hong Kong’s freedoms have decreased since China took control in 1997.
Tang still visits memorial sites quietly, despite the political risks.
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A six-year-old Palestinian-British girl named Saja el-Khawas has died in hospital after her family drowned off the coast of Sussex, England. Her father, mother, and older sister died at the scene, and police say the incident appears to be a tragic accident.
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Saja el-Khawas, 6 years old, died in hospital after drowning in Sussex.
Her parents, Hassan El-Khawas (55) and Zeina Alayn (37), and her sister Sara El-Khawas (14) died at the beach.
The family got into trouble in the water at Shoreham during a heatwave in the UK.
Police believe no one else was involved; it is considered an accident.
The family originally came from the Rashidieh refugee camp in southern Lebanon.
Hassan El-Khawas came to the UK as a refugee and previously lived in the camp.
The Palestinian Forum in Britain held a memorial gathering for the family.
Drownings have increased across Europe due to people seeking relief from a heatwave.
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President Donald Trump called the Strait of Hormuz "American territory" while the US maintains a military blockade of Iran’s shipping. The blockade aims to pressure Iran by restricting access to this key waterway, but peace talks have not progressed.
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President Trump described the Strait of Hormuz as "an American territory."
The US is blocking Iranian shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for global oil transport.
About 20% of the world’s seaborne oil passes through the strait, which lies between Iran and Oman.
The US military has redirected 68 commercial ships to enforce the blockade.
The US and Iran have not reached a peace deal as the conflict nears six months.
Trump has suggested formally declaring the strait as US territory.
Iran’s deputy foreign minister called Trump’s claims “delusions.”
Trump made these remarks while campaigning for Senator Darline Graham in South Carolina.
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Russian drones attacked a busy shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, killing 16 people and injuring many others. Ukraine’s president and the EU’s foreign policy chief condemned the attack and called for stronger sanctions against Russia.
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The attack happened in Kryvyi Rih, a city in central Ukraine and the hometown of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
At least 16 people died, including children, and around 130 were injured.
The attack involved two drone strikes, with the second hitting about 30 minutes after the first.
The EU’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, called the strike “terror by design” and plans to propose new sanctions on Russia.
Russia has increased attacks on Ukrainian cities in recent months, striking many civilian areas.
Ukrainian emergency services and officials reported the casualties and damage from the attack.
Ukraine’s allies plan to meet soon to discuss continued support for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy spoke with the UN chief about the ongoing Russian strikes and civilian harm.
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A high-pressure system will bring sunny and warmer weather to much of the UK for the weekend after recent rain. Cooler nights and mild days are expected, but rain and unsettled weather will likely return early next week.
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A high-pressure area will cause bright and dry weather across the UK on Saturday and Sunday.
Morning temperatures may be as low as 3°C in rural areas and 6-9°C in cities, typical for late August.
Daytime highs will be around 18°C in northern regions and low 20s Celsius in central and southern areas.
Sunday will be mostly sunny with light winds and warmer temperatures, reaching mid-20s Celsius in some southern cities.
The high-pressure system is expected to move east early next week.
Low-pressure systems from France will bring rain starting Monday night, especially in southern and southwestern Britain.
Western and upland areas could receive 30-40mm of rain by the end of next week; eastern areas will likely get about half that.
Weather conditions may become more unsettled midweek with stronger rain expected.
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The news covers several topics including financial concerns in the UK government, Meghan Markle's talks to join a TV series by Guy Ritchie, and legal rulings against Prince Harry and other celebrities over privacy claims. It also mentions issues with government investigations and migrant fears in France.
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's choice for chief economic adviser declined the role amid financial problems like bond market issues and a £1.8 billion deficit.
Meghan Markle is in advanced talks to join the cast of the gangster TV series "The Gentlemen," directed by Guy Ritchie.
A criminal investigation into Lord Peter Mandelson for passing confidential information may collapse due to lack of US cooperation; he denies wrongdoing.
Prince Harry, Elton John, and other celebrities face a large legal bill after losing a privacy lawsuit, with the court calling their claims highly unreasonable.
UK MPs have accepted £400,000 worth of gifts this year, raising concerns about repeating past scandals.
A French mother expressed fear and concern about illegal migrants causing problems in her village.
The UK is reportedly planning a new bid to host the men's football World Cup.
World powers are showing renewed interest in lunar exploration, with plans like setting a "Greenwich Moon Time."
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said it is time to end the months-long conflict with the United States, claiming Iran is in a strong position. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump expressed doubt about Iran’s readiness to negotiate a deal, and the US is planning new sanctions against Iran.
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Iranian President Pezeshkian said ending the conflict now is best because Iran holds power and respect.
Pezeshkian defended a recent agreement with the US, saying it did not involve Iran giving up anything.
Iran’s military warned it is ready to respond strongly to any new attacks.
Iran and Oman’s foreign ministers discussed restarting talks and issues with the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
The US Navy is protecting secret oil tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz despite partial closure by Iran.
President Trump said the US has full control of the region and doubted Iran wants a fair deal yet.
The US Treasury Secretary announced plans for new sanctions targeting Iran’s government.
Iran and China criticized the US sanctions, calling them harmful and urging diplomatic solutions.
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A lifeguard in Aruba saved three family members during a water tubing accident. Their tube crashed into a boat, causing a dangerous situation that required a rescue.
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The incident took place in Aruba.
Three family members were involved in the water tubing accident.
Their tube collided with a boat, creating a risky situation.
A lifeguard intervened and saved all three people.
The rescue prevented potential harm or injury to the family members.
The event was reported on August 21, 2026.
Water tubing involves being pulled on an inflatable tube behind a boat.
Lifeguards play an important role in ensuring safety in water sports.
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The United Nations Security Council held a non-binding vote to help choose the next UN secretary-general. Guyana’s Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett led the poll, followed by candidates from Costa Rica and Argentina. The current secretary-general’s term ends in December 2024.
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The Security Council held its second informal poll to select the next UN secretary-general.
Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett from Guyana received the most positive votes in this straw poll.
Seven other candidates are competing, including diplomats and former presidents from various countries.
The current UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has served since 2017 and will finish his second term on December 31, 2024.
No UN secretary-general has served more than two terms.
The Security Council’s 15 members vote in secret to show support or discourage candidates.
Five permanent Security Council members (U.S., China, France, Russia, and the UK) each have veto power over nominees.
The final candidate must receive at least nine votes from the council to proceed to the UN General Assembly for approval.
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At least 16 people were killed and 130 were injured in a drone attack on a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine. The attack included a "double-tap" strike, where a second drone hits the area to target rescue workers after the initial strike.
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The attack happened in Kryvyi Rih, a city in Ukraine.
A "double-tap" strike means a second attack follows the first to target rescuers.
At least 16 people died in the attack.
Around 130 people were wounded.
Ukraine’s president called the attack deliberate and targeted.
The mall was the main location of the attack.
The strike involved drones used by Russia.
The attack affected both civilians and emergency responders.
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