Alisa Goods, a 63-year-old grandmother from Brooklyn, New York, was found dead near Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. She had gone missing on August 8 while visiting a friend and was reported missing two days later; her family confirmed her death and is seeking privacy as they grieve.
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Alisa Goods disappeared in Las Vegas after going to a pharmacy on August 8.
Her body was found near Terminal 1 at Harry Reid International Airport early on a Thursday morning.
Her daughter confirmed the death through an online message expressing the family’s sadness.
After Goods went missing, messages asking for money, including Bitcoin, were sent from her phone, which relatives said were suspicious.
The friend Goods was visiting was not considered a suspect by police or the family.
The family thanked the public and media for their support and has started making arrangements to honor her memory.
An online fundraiser was set up to help Goods’ family and raised over $1,100.
Police and the coroner’s office have not released details about the cause of death.
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Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has ordered an investigation into a man accused of running a fake government agency, the second such case found recently. Authorities say the fake office operated inside a real government building, and some officials linked to the scams have been suspended or are wanted by police.
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The investigation was announced by Musa Adamu Aliyu, head of Nigeria’s corruption watchdog.
The fake agency is called the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office.
The agency operated illegally inside a government office.
George Buchi Nwabueze is accused of leading the fake agency.
This is the second fake government agency found during President Tinubu’s time in office.
The first fake agency, the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, operated for years and handled public funds.
The man accused in the first case was arrested by police.
Three senior government officials have been suspended, and an arrest warrant has been issued for Nwabueze.
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Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz has faced a difficult week marked by political setbacks, including the dismissal of his Economy Minister after a scandal, loss of support from key allies, and public unrest due to a fuel price increase. These events have weakened his government less than a year into his term as he tries to move Bolivia away from nearly 20 years of socialist rule.
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President Rodrigo Paz fired Economy Minister José Gabriel Espinoza following a scandal over a cheap luxury car purchase.
Congress forced Espinoza out amid frustrations over inflation, fuel shortages, and currency issues.
Espinoza is under criminal investigation for allegedly falsifying documents related to his income.
Paz’s main congressional ally, the center-right National Unity party, broke with him recently.
Fuel price hikes led to public protests and unrest in Bolivia.
Paz’s government has seen many ministers resign or be replaced; only 6 of his original 15 ministers remain.
The Vice President, Edman Lara, once a political supporter, now opposes Paz openly.
Protesters demanded Paz’s resignation during a prolonged siege of the government’s capital.
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Ruben Rocha Moya, governor of the Mexican state of Sinaloa, returned to his job after being accused by the US government of helping drug cartels. The Mexican Attorney General’s Office said it found no evidence against him so far, while the US charges claim he worked with a group linked to the Sinaloa Cartel to win his election.
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Ruben Rocha Moya is the governor of Sinaloa, a state in Mexico.
The US government charged him with protecting a faction of the Sinaloa Cartel in exchange for political support.
Rocha took a leave of absence on May 1 but returned to office after his investigation in Mexico found no evidence.
The US indicted 10 Mexican officials and businessmen for alleged links to cartels.
Rocha is a member of the Morena party and has ties to former Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.
The US under President Donald Trump labeled cartels like Sinaloa as foreign terrorist organizations and threatened military action.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum asked the US to provide proof and suggested Mexico’s government should investigate.
Rocha claimed his temporary leave was to cooperate with the Mexican investigation that has cleared him of criminal conduct so far.
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A man named Dalibor Sentic, who fled war in Croatia as a child in the early 1990s, used social media to find two siblings from Wales who sent him a Christmas gift during that difficult time. After more than 30 years, Dalibor contacted Claire and Peter to thank them for their kindness, which had a big impact on him as a child.
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Dalibor fled Croatia with his family during the Balkan war when he was 10 years old.
He moved to Stockholm, Sweden, after leaving Croatia.
As a child, Dalibor received a Christmas gift from two siblings, Claire (8) and Peter (6), in Mold, Flintshire, Wales.
The gift included a photo of Claire and Peter, which Dalibor kept for over 30 years.
Using a local community group and limited information, Dalibor found them through social media within five hours.
Claire and Peter’s parents were teachers who encouraged them to send gifts to children in need every year.
The siblings now want to continue sending gifts to children in difficult situations after reconnecting with Dalibor.
Dalibor recalled feeling scared by the war but safe because of his parents’ support and the kindness of others.
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Tropical Storm Moke formed and is expected to bring heavy rain and possible mudslides to Hawaii’s Big Island, following Hurricane Lala. The storm could drop between 5 and 15 inches of rain, posing flooding risks, especially in areas already damaged by the previous hurricane.
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Tropical Storm Moke has winds of 45 mph and developed on Friday.
Moke will pass south of Hawaii’s Big Island but will cause heavy rain starting Saturday night through Monday.
Rainfall totals on the Big Island could reach 5 to 10 inches, with some areas seeing up to 15 inches.
Heavy rain raises the risk of flooding and mudslides, especially in steep or already affected areas.
Other Hawaiian Islands may get 1 to 3 inches of rain, with maximum amounts of 5 inches.
Hurricane Lala hit the Big Island last week as a Category 1 hurricane, damaging over 100 homes.
Lala caused more than a foot of rain in many areas, with over 40 inches in high places.
Thousands of people on the Big Island remain without power after Lala.
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A six-year-old girl named Saja El-Khawas died in hospital after an accident in the sea near Shoreham, West Sussex. Three other members of her family, including her parents and older sister, also died in the incident.
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The accident happened off the coast of Shoreham in West Sussex.
Saja El-Khawas was rescued from the sea by emergency crews on a Tuesday.
Her parents, Hassan El Khawas and Zeina Alayn, died at the scene.
Her older sister Sara also died despite paramedics’ efforts.
Saja was taken to hospital but later died from her injuries.
The family were British Palestinians from London.
Emergency services responded quickly, but could not save the family except initially Saja.
The incident is still under investigation, with updates expected.
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One person died and three others were injured in a sword attack at a high school in Sweden. Police arrested an 18-year-old man and are trying to find out why he did it.
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The attack happened at a Swedish high school.
The attacker used a sword.
One person was killed in the attack.
Three people were wounded.
Police arrested an 18-year-old man.
Authorities are investigating the reason behind the attack.
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Volunteers on Mount Lemmon in Arizona are building rock structures to control erosion and protect the soil and water after a large wildfire in 2020. These structures slow down rainwater, catch soil, and help prevent debris from washing into streams and rivers.
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Volunteers worked on August 2, 2026, building erosion control structures on Mount Lemmon.
The project is organized by Sky Island Alliance, a nonprofit group focused on protecting nature in Arizona and nearby areas.
The erosion control structures are made from rocks placed carefully to slow water flow and catch soil.
These efforts help reduce the impact of debris after the 2020 Bighorn Fire burned over 120,000 acres.
Since 2023, over 500 erosion control structures have been built by volunteers and Sky Island Alliance.
The Bighorn Fire affected the Santa Catalina Mountains, which include Mount Lemmon.
Volunteers learned how to pick the right rocks and place them like a puzzle to best control erosion.
The work supports partnerships between Sky Island Alliance and the Coronado National Forest.
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An 18-year-old attacked a school in central Sweden with a sword, killing one person and seriously injuring two others. The attacker was arrested after shots were fired during the police response, and investigations are ongoing.
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The attack happened at Brinell School in Fagersta, Sweden, with 400 to 500 students present.
One person died, and at least two others were seriously hurt.
The 18-year-old attacker was arrested at the scene.
Police fired shots during the arrest.
Authorities do not believe there were multiple attackers.
The motive behind the attack is still unknown.
Nearby schools were locked down and roads blocked after the incident.
A crisis center was set up to help those affected by the attack.
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Robin Wall Kimmerer, an Indigenous botanist and bestselling author, discusses the importance of gratitude and reciprocity in how people interact with nature in her new book "The Serviceberry." She explains that many Indigenous cultures teach that recognizing and respecting the gifts of nature encourages balance and sustainability.
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Robin Wall Kimmerer is an Indigenous botanist and author known for blending Western science with Indigenous knowledge.
Her new book, "The Serviceberry," focuses on gratitude and giving back to nature.
Indigenous cultures like the Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee have traditions centered on gratitude for the earth’s gifts.
These cultures warn that not showing gratitude can lead to loss or harm, such as animals leaving or food scarcity.
Scientists have found there is enough food globally to feed everyone, but hunger continues due to how resources are used.
Practicing gratitude can help people consume less and respect nature more.
Kimmerer suggests giving back to nature in many ways, from caring for plants to supporting conservation efforts.
The article includes a personal story of gathering Serviceberries, emphasizing the connection between humans and nature.
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Three boats from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in the Albanian city of Vlore to support a protest called the “Flamingo Revolution.” The protest opposes a planned luxury resort connected to Jared Kushner, focusing on worries about losing land and protecting the environment.
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The Global Sumud Flotilla sent three boats to Vlore, Albania.
The boats joined the “Flamingo Revolution” protest.
The protest is against a planned luxury resort development.
Jared Kushner is linked to the resort project.
Protesters are concerned about losing their land (land dispossession).
Environmental protection is a key issue for the protest.
The event took place on a Friday.
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The CDC reported that eating alfalfa sprouts from specific brands is causing people to get sick with E. coli and salmonella infections. They advised consumers to throw away any sprouts from these brands to avoid illness.
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The CDC identified an outbreak of E. coli and salmonella linked to alfalfa sprouts.
The sprouts involved were sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands.
Several people became sick after eating these sprouts.
The CDC recommended that anyone who bought these sprouts should discard them.
E. coli and salmonella are bacteria that can cause food poisoning.
The outbreak is under investigation to prevent more cases.
The warning was issued to protect public health and limit the spread of illness.
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A gold mine collapsed on the border between Cameroon and the Central African Republic, causing many deaths. Rescue teams are still searching for survivors. The victims include people from Cameroon and Chad.
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The collapse happened at a gold mine on the Cameroon-Central African Republic border.
Dozens of people died in the landslide.
Victims come from multiple countries, including Cameroon and Chad.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing to find survivors.
The disaster is part of the current news in Africa.
This event is separate from other regional news, such as Ethiopia's wine industry and Belgium's colonial history discussions.
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Hundreds of people in Tunisia's capital, Tunis, protested against President Kais Saied. They demanded that he step down, criticizing power cuts and the rising cost of living.
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The protest took place on Thursday in Tunis, the capital of Tunisia.
Hundreds of people joined the march.
Protesters want President Kais Saied to leave office.
They complained about frequent power outages.
They also expressed concern about higher living costs.
The protest was organized by a new opposition group called Nafas Movement.
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A man was killed by a bear in Crystal, New Mexico, marking a very rare fatal bear attack in the state. Police responded quickly, shot the bear, and later found and killed it, while urging the public to avoid dangerous wildlife.
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The attack happened on a Native American reservation in Crystal, New Mexico.
Police received a call about the bear attack around 1 p.m. and responded with help from wildlife and criminal investigators.
The bear was shot and later found and killed by authorities.
This is only the second fatal bear attack in New Mexico in over 100 years, the last being in 2001.
The 2001 attack involved a bear breaking into a woman’s home and killing her.
In 2020, a woman was seriously injured by a bear in New Mexico but survived.
Fatal bear attacks in North America are very rare, with people much more likely to be harmed by other humans or other causes.
Wildlife officials advise people to stay away from bears and to report sightings to local authorities immediately.
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President Donald Trump has warned of a major economic campaign to isolate Iran and stop its threat by cutting off financial and trade links. Iran’s leaders currently show little interest in talks and may respond to worsening economic conditions with military action. Despite economic challenges, Iran maintains economic strength through diverse industries, trade with China, and regional partnerships.
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President Trump called for an "economic D-Day" to isolate Iran and warned countries helping Iran would face severe economic consequences.
Iran’s current leadership is reluctant to negotiate due to political costs and past negotiation failures.
An Iranian journalist says Iran will try to resist economic pressure to encourage the US to change its approach and grant sanctions relief.
If Iran’s economy worsens significantly, with major inflation or shortages, it might respond by escalating military tensions rather than negotiating.
Iran has a broad industrial base that produces many essential goods domestically.
China buys Iranian oil and supplies machinery and parts critical to Iran’s industries.
Iran maintains strong trade relationships with neighboring countries to support its economy.
The outcome of any new conflict between Iran and its adversaries is unpredictable.
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Somalia is facing a severe hunger crisis, with about six million people not getting enough food due to drought, conflict, and displacement. Aid efforts are hampered by long-term instability and large cuts in international funding, making it hard to help those in need.
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Around six million Somalis face severe hunger.
The causes include drought, ongoing conflict, and people being forced to leave their homes.
Somalia has experienced instability for more than 30 years, affecting aid delivery.
International aid to Somalia has been sharply reduced recently.
The World Food Programme (WFP) has only a small portion of the money needed to provide food aid.
Clashes continue between government forces and opposition groups, especially in key areas like Baidoa.
Large numbers of people are fleeing drought-affected areas.
Experts from various organizations are discussing the crisis and possible ways to help.
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Pope Leo XIV has called on leaders and countries worldwide to help the people of Gaza, who continue to face serious hardships. He urged support for efforts to rebuild the area.
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Pope Leo XIV made an appeal to global authorities.
The appeal focuses on helping the people of Gaza.
Gaza’s population is still experiencing significant suffering.
The Pope called for assistance in starting reconstruction work.
The appeal highlights ongoing challenges in Gaza after recent difficulties.
The message is directed at governments and international groups.
Reconstruction refers to rebuilding damaged homes, infrastructure, and services.
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Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz fired Economic Minister Jose Gabriel Espinoza after Congress censured him for not answering questions about the economy. Oscar Mario Justiniano Pinto was named interim minister as the government tries to manage ongoing economic problems and public unrest.
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President Paz removed Economic Minister Espinoza following a Congressional censure.
Espinoza was censured for not appearing before Congress to discuss economic issues.
Oscar Mario Justiniano Pinto was appointed as the temporary economy minister.
The move is seen as a concession to Congress and a response to public dissatisfaction.
Bolivia faces an economic crisis, including high poverty rates and loss of natural gas revenue.
Protests and roadblocks have occurred due to fuel subsidy cuts and land reform policies.
Paz declared a state of emergency and allowed military action to clear blockades.
Former President Evo Morales remains politically active and opposes Paz’s government and policies.
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