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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The United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and Poland criticized Israel for deciding not to investigate a deadly drone strike on a World Central Kitchen aid convoy in Gaza that killed seven aid workers in April 2024. Israel called the strike a tragic mistake but said it would not open a criminal investigation, which the affected countries say denies justice to the victims and their families.
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Seven aid workers from World Central Kitchen were killed by an Israeli drone strike in Gaza in April 2024.
The victims included citizens from Britain, Australia, Canada/USA, Poland, and Palestine.
Israel’s military described the strike as a “tragic mistake” but decided not to conduct a criminal investigation.
The UK, Australia, Canada, and Poland condemned Israel’s decision as shameful and called for accountability.
The countries have summoned Israeli ambassadors to express their disappointment.
The statement criticizing Israel’s decision was released on August 19, World Humanitarian Day.
World Central Kitchen called for an independent investigation, saying Israel cannot investigate itself fairly.
The controversy highlights concerns about the safety and protection of aid workers in Gaza during the conflict.
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A 17-year-old Palestinian boy and a 58-year-old Palestinian man were killed in two separate shootings in the occupied West Bank on August 21, 2026. The teenager was shot by Israeli settlers after a rock-throwing incident, and the older man was killed by Israeli soldiers during a raid, with the army saying he tried to stab a soldier.
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Karim Sanad Raja Shalaldeh, aged 17, was shot dead by Israeli settlers in Sa’ir, north of Hebron.
The shooting happened after Palestinians reportedly threw rocks at Israeli civilians.
A 70-year-old Palestinian man was also wounded in the settlers' shooting.
Fathi Khazem, 58, was killed by Israeli forces during a raid in Jenin.
Israeli officials said Khazem tried to stab a soldier during the operation.
Khazem is the father of Raed Khazem, who killed three people in Tel Aviv in 2022.
Violence in the West Bank has increased, with at least 87 Palestinians killed and three Israelis killed so far in 2026.
The West Bank has been occupied by Israel since 1967, and tensions between Israeli settlers, soldiers, and Palestinians remain high.
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Ceuta, a Spanish city on the North African coast, has started burying migrants who died trying to cross from Morocco during a recent border crisis. Over 90 people died as more than 72,000 migrants entered Ceuta in late July, driven by poverty and false information.
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More than 90 migrants died during a border crossing attempt into Ceuta, Spain, three weeks ago.
Around 72,000 migrants entered Ceuta, sparking the deadliest border crisis Spain has seen recently.
The dead migrants’ identities are mostly unknown; they were buried in unmarked graves.
An Islamic cemetery in Ceuta held burials with prayers and body bags lowered into graves.
The Moroccan Association for Human Rights asked for burials to pause until bodies are identified and returned to families.
Morocco’s government has not accepted some paperwork for repatriating the bodies to their country.
Up to 10,000 migrants, including women and children, remain in Ceuta amid ongoing humanitarian challenges.
Spanish and Moroccan officials blame social media rumors and human traffickers for the crisis; migrants cite economic hardship as motivation.
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Russian drones attacked a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, killing at least 15 people and injuring many more. Additional Russian attacks occurred in other regions, leading to a total of 21 deaths in Ukraine on that day. Ukraine responded with drone strikes on Russian targets, and both sides reported shooting down many drones.
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A Russian drone strike hit a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih, killing at least 15 people and injuring 130, including 23 children.
Kryvyi Rih is the hometown of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Russian attacks also killed 2 women in the Kharkiv region and 4 people, including 3 children, in the Mykolaiv region on the same day.
Ukraine’s air force said it shot down 107 out of 135 Russian drones launched overnight.
The attacks followed heavy strikes on Kyiv the previous day, which killed 16 people.
Russia has increased missile attacks exploiting Ukraine’s limited supply of U.S.-provided Patriot air defense systems.
Ukraine’s drones attacked Russian targets, including an oil refinery in Perm and a military airfield in Volgograd region.
Russia reported intercepting hundreds of Ukrainian drones over many regions, including Crimea.
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The body of Alisa Goods, a 63-year-old grandmother from New York who went missing in Las Vegas on August 8, has been found. Her family had received unusual messages from her phone asking for bitcoin and money, raising concerns about possible kidnapping.
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Alisa Goods went missing after leaving a friend's apartment to take a bus to a CVS store.
She was reported missing two days later, on August 10.
After her disappearance, messages were sent from her phone asking for bitcoin, help, and gas money.
Goods’ family found these messages suspicious since she does not drive.
Her body has now been found, but the family has not shared more details.
Law enforcement and the coroner's office in Las Vegas are involved and have been contacted for information.
Goods’ daughter traveled to Las Vegas seeking answers about her mother's disappearance.
The case is still developing, and more updates may follow.
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Israel is expanding its settlements in the West Bank, including a controversial project in the E1 area near Jerusalem. This expansion divides the West Bank and limits the possibility of a future Palestinian state. The move has drawn strong criticism from the United Nations, several countries, and Palestinian leaders.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would prevent the creation of a Palestinian state.
Plans include building about 1,200 new homes in the E1 area east of Jerusalem.
All Israeli settlements in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law.
Since 1967, Israel has built around 160 settlements in the West Bank, housing about 700,000 people.
Settlement construction has increased rapidly since Netanyahu’s return to power in 2022.
The E1 settlement project could split the West Bank into two parts and cut off East Jerusalem from other Palestinian areas.
The Israeli government has legalized some illegal settlement outposts and is building more roads connecting settlements across the West Bank.
The expansion faced condemnation from the UN, the EU, and countries including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Canada.
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Libya’s rival governments agreed on a national budget for the first time in over ten years, marking a possible step toward cooperation. This agreement comes 15 years after the fall of leader Muammar Gaddafi and follows years of conflict, divided authorities, and delayed elections.
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Libya’s rival legislatures agreed on a 190 billion dinar (about $30 billion) budget shared between the two main political groups.
Muammar Gaddafi was overthrown in 2011 after a violent uprising and a battle for control of the capital, Tripoli.
Libya has had divided governments since 2014, with two rival parliaments claiming authority.
A UN-backed Government of National Accord was formed in 2015 but faced attacks and division.
Another UN effort created an interim unity government in 2021, led by Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, but elections planned for December 2021 were canceled last minute.
Dbeibah remains in office despite election disputes and challenges from a rival administration backed by the eastern parliament.
Major disagreements remain about who can run in elections, election rules, and the powers of future governments.
The United States under President Trump has tried to mediate but has not resolved the conflict, and militia front lines have remained stable.
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The article tells the story of Palestinians like Moira Jilani and Hussein Abu Khdeir, whose family members were killed in violent incidents involving Israeli forces or settlers in East Jerusalem. It highlights ongoing struggles for justice and the impact of these events on Palestinian families, who often face accusations and hardship after such deaths.
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Ziad Jilani was shot and killed by an Israeli border police officer in East Jerusalem in 2010.
Israeli authorities labeled Ziad a "terrorist," but his family disputes this claim.
The officer who shot Ziad had reportedly expressed hostile views online beforehand, but no trial was held due to lack of evidence.
Moira Jilani, Ziad's widow, and their three daughters have lived with the stigma and pain caused by his death.
Mohammed Abu Khdeir, a 16-year-old Palestinian boy known for his kindness, was also killed in East Jerusalem.
Both families continue to face difficulties in getting recognition and justice.
The article mentions the United Nations’ International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to Victims of Terrorism on August 21.
Palestinians affected by these events often encounter false accusations and social challenges.
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The Trump administration has started transferring $725 million to the United Nations to help pay some of the money the U.S. owes. This payment comes as the UN faces serious money problems and could lose funding if overdue amounts are not paid.
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The U.S. is sending $725 million to the UN, which is less than 20% of over $4 billion the UN says the U.S. owes.
The payment was announced in a letter from the State Department to Congress on August 4.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that the UN might face financial collapse due to unpaid contributions.
If the U.S. does not pay its dues, it risks losing voting rights in the UN General Assembly starting in January.
The money will help the UN pay salaries and keep operations going for some time.
The Trump administration has cut funding to many UN agencies and stopped some mandatory payments.
The U.S. is the largest contributor to the UN budget.
The payment is expected before President Trump’s speech to the UN General Assembly in New York next month.
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Turkiye has requested an international arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of genocide and other crimes related to Israel’s May attack on activists in international waters. The Turkish government is seeking help from Interpol to pursue these charges and says it will use all legal means to hold Israel accountable.
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Turkiye issued arrest warrants on July 14 for Netanyahu and another person in connection to the May attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla.
The charges include genocide, crimes against humanity, and torture.
The Global Sumud Flotilla was a group of about 50 vessels aiming to deliver aid to Gaza.
Israeli forces intercepted the flotilla in international waters, detained the activists, and then deported them.
Turkey has previously criticized Israel strongly and issued domestic arrest warrants for Netanyahu.
Other countries including France, Italy, and Australia have started judicial actions related to the flotilla incident.
Israel denies the accusations and called Turkey’s actions attempts to destabilize the region.
Turkish and Israeli officials exchanged strong statements condemning each other’s actions and intentions.
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National Geographic shared a video featuring baby green sea turtles from Australia's Great Barrier Reef. The video is part of the series "Incredible Animal Journeys," which is available to watch on Disney+.
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The video shows baby green sea turtles.
These turtles come from the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
National Geographic posted the video.
The video is included in the series "Incredible Animal Journeys."
This series can be streamed on Disney+.
The focus is on animal behavior and nature.
Green sea turtles are a species found in oceans around the world.
The Great Barrier Reef is a large coral reef system off Australia's coast.
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A tunnel in Ghouta, Syria, that was used as a hospital passage to save wounded civilians during a long siege has been turned into a museum. This change happens 13 years after government forces led by President Bashar al-Assad used sarin gas in a deadly attack on the area.
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The tunnel is located in Ghouta, a region in Syria.
It was used as a hospital tunnel to move and treat injured civilians during a siege.
The siege was imposed by President Assad’s government forces and lasted several years.
Thirteen years ago, government forces carried out a sarin gas attack in Ghouta.
Sarin is a poisonous chemical weapon that causes severe harm or death.
The tunnel has now been turned into a museum to remember the chemical attack and the siege.
The museum highlights the hardships and suffering civilians endured during the conflict.
This event is part of Syria’s ongoing civil war.
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Two people were hurt in a stabbing attack at a Sikh temple in Edmonton, Canada. Police arrested a man but have not shared his name or why he did it. The attack happened amid recent threats against Sikh temples in nearby Calgary.
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The stabbing occurred early Friday morning at the Nanaksar Gurdwara temple in Edmonton.
Two people were injured, and a suspect was arrested at the scene.
Police have not identified the suspect or explained the motive.
Last week, police investigated threatening calls made to two Sikh temples in Calgary.
The World Sikh Organization called the attack troubling and linked it to growing anti-Sikh hate in Canada.
An intruder reportedly desecrated a copy of the Sikh scripture inside the temple.
The temple is closed during the police investigation.
Calgary’s mayor condemned the threats and emphasized that Sikh temples welcome everyone.
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