Fighting between Yemen’s government forces and the Houthi rebels has increased, with dozens of attacks happening in the past day. Both sides have launched drone and missile strikes, and there are signs that Yemen could be returning to full-scale war after years of relative calm.
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Yemen’s government forces attacked Houthi positions 81 times in the past 24 hours, claiming to kill fighters and commanders.
The Houthis launched two drone attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia’s Najran province, including an airport and an oil facility.
Saudi Arabia has been targeted by the Houthis repeatedly since they declared a naval blockade in July.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps supports the Houthis and warned Saudi Arabia it cannot stop Houthi attacks.
Fighting has increased recently, but there have been no major offensives from either side yet.
Both sides have attacked civilian infrastructure like ports and airports with missiles and drones.
The 2014 conflict began when Houthis took control of much of Yemen, including the capital Sanaa.
A UN-brokered truce in 2022 reduced fighting, but recent attacks suggest this ceasefire is breaking down.
About 18 million people in Yemen face severe food shortages, according to the UN.
A tanker was hijacked off Yemen’s coast and redirected toward Somalia by armed individuals.
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President Donald Trump has announced a new phase of economic pressure against Iran, warning countries that do business with Iran will face strong consequences. The US aims to use stricter sanctions and financial controls to break the current stalemate in the conflict with Iran, but Iran has so far managed to withstand and adapt to economic pressure.
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President Trump promised an "economic D-Day" to pressure Iran by targeting any country that does business with it.
The details of the new US sanctions campaign are expected to be announced on August 24.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US will act against any country moving money or oil linked to Iran.
Vice-President JD Vance called the sanctions a new phase and said economic pressure is the best tool available.
Iran has faced US sanctions since 1979, with a major increase after the US left the 2015 nuclear deal.
The US is already running "Operation Economic Fury," combining sanctions with a naval blockade on Iran.
Experts say the US may expand sanctions to punish countries and financial institutions that help Iran evade sanctions, especially those linked to the US dollar.
Iran has so far adapted well to sanctions by using unofficial channels to continue its activities.
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The Panama Canal will reduce the number of ships passing through each day starting September 3 because a severe drought, caused by the El Nino weather pattern, has lowered water levels. Ship traffic will decrease from 36 to 34 vessels per day, then to 32 vessels starting September 15 to protect water supplies.
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The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans and is important for global trade.
It currently allows 36 ships to cross daily but will reduce this to 34 ships on September 3, then 32 ships on September 15.
The canal relies on rainwater collected in two artificial lakes to operate.
A drought in Central America, worsened by El Nino, is causing water shortages for the canal.
El Nino is a climate pattern that warms parts of the Pacific Ocean and changes weather worldwide.
The Panama Canal handles about 5% of global maritime trade and 40% of US container traffic.
The canal authority already lowered the maximum ship draft, meaning ships cannot sit as deep in the water, to save water.
El Nino events usually happen every 2 to 7 years; this year's is one of the strongest recorded.
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Congo will get 70,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine to help control the current Ebola outbreak. The vaccine works well for some Ebola viruses but its effectiveness against the Bundibugyo virus causing this outbreak is still being studied.
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Congo is receiving 70,000 doses of the Ervebo Ebola vaccine.
The vaccine is proven against some Ebola viruses but not yet for Bundibugyo virus, which is causing the current outbreak.
So far, this outbreak infected 5,208 people and caused 2,476 deaths.
Early tests suggest Ervebo might offer some protection against the Bundibugyo virus.
20,000 doses will be used in a clinical trial to study vaccine effects on this virus.
The remaining 50,000 doses will be given to front-line health workers.
This Ebola outbreak is spreading faster and killing more people than any previous outbreaks in Congo.
The official outbreak started in May, but the virus likely began spreading in February from Mongbwalu.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln, a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, is returning home after about nine months away. In other news, severe weather hit parts of Germany, and China sentenced the founder of Evergrande to life in prison following the real estate company's financial crisis.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln had a deployment lasting roughly nine months.
The U.S. military announced the carrier is heading back home.
Reports mentioned poor living conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln during deployment.
Germany experienced storms and at least one tornado overnight.
The tornado and storms damaged parts of Germany.
China sentenced the founder of Evergrande, a major property company, to life imprisonment.
The Evergrande founder’s sentence comes five years after the company’s financial collapse.
Authorities, including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), have joined the investigation into the sudden death of actor Hayden Panettiere. The investigation began after she passed away over the weekend.
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Actor Hayden Panettiere died suddenly over the weekend.
The DEA is now involved in investigating her death.
The reason for the DEA's involvement has not been publicly explained.
CBS News reporter Mark Strassman is covering the story.
Details about the cause of death have not been released.
The investigation is ongoing.
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Ukraine said Russia launched many missiles and about 168 drones, causing deaths and injuries among civilians. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked allies to send more patriot interceptors, which are weapons used to stop incoming missiles and drones. A retired U.S. Army colonel spoke about the situation after being in Kyiv during the attack.
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Russia launched several missiles and roughly 168 drones at Ukraine.
At least 17 civilians were killed in the attacks.
More than 40 civilians were injured.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy requested allies to provide more patriot interceptors.
Patriot interceptors are defensive weapons that stop missiles and drones.
Retired U.S. Army Colonel Robert Hamilton was in Kyiv during the attacks.
The attacks are part of Russia’s military actions in Ukraine.
The situation involved discussions on military strategy and defense needs.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States plans to put very strong sanctions on Iran due to ongoing conflict between the two countries. The news also mentioned North Korea launching ballistic missiles.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans for severe sanctions on Iran.
The sanctions are described as the toughest ever imposed.
The sanctions relate to ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
North Korea recently launched ballistic missiles.
The news was reported by CBS News.
The sanctions aim to pressure Iran during the ongoing war with the U.S.
Ballistic missiles are weapons that can be launched over long distances.
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This article starts a series about Afghanistan 25 years after the September 11 attacks and the start of the U.S. war there. It focuses on the lives of three Afghan people and their families five years after the Taliban took control from the U.S.-backed government.
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The article is the first in a series on Afghanistan’s history since 9/11.
It looks at what life is like five years after the U.S. left Afghanistan.
The Taliban regained control of the country after the U.S.-supported government fell.
The story follows three Afghan individuals and their families.
The report is by Special Correspondent Leila Molana-Allen and videographer Eric O’Connor.
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A woman was arrested for an alleged plan to bomb the New York State Capitol. Heavy rain caused flooding in Ohio, Kansas, and Nebraska as storms affected the Mid-Atlantic region.
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Authorities arrested a woman linked to a possible bombing plot targeting the New York State Capitol.
Severe storms brought heavy rain to parts of the Mid-Atlantic region.
Ohio, Kansas, and Nebraska experienced flooding from the rain.
The weather event affected several states across the central and eastern US.
Emergency services responded to weather-related incidents in multiple areas.
The CBS Evening News reported these events on August 20.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are planning to move back to the United Kingdom after living in California for more than six years. This marks a return after they stepped down from their official royal family roles.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle left their royal family roles over six years ago.
They have been living in California since stepping away from royal duties.
The couple is now preparing to return to the U.K.
Their move back follows a period of family tensions and public attention.
CBS News featured a discussion about this return with royal expert Amanda Foreman.
The return could involve changes in their public and private lives.
The article focuses on their life changes after stepping back from royal roles.
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French police have improved their efforts to stop small boats carrying migrants from reaching the UK via the English Channel. Since a UK-France deal three months ago, French authorities have intercepted more boats and migrants, contributing to a drop in Channel crossings compared to last year.
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French police intercepted 185 potential migrant crossings involving around 4,300 people over four weeks this summer.
They have stopped 12 boats at sea with new undisclosed techniques.
Channel crossings are down by about 40% compared to the previous year.
A UK-France border security deal signed in April includes £501 million over three years for operations in northern France and £161 million for new methods.
Previously, French authorities often let dinghies continue toward the UK to avoid risks in deep water.
In one notable incident in late July, 165 migrants arrived in the UK on a single large boat.
About 14,819 people crossed by small boats from January to early August 2026, a 43% decrease from the previous year.
Nearly all small boat arrivals claim asylum, which lets them stay in the UK while their applications are processed.
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President Donald Trump said North Korea has 57 nuclear weapons but that the situation is under control. Shortly after, North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles.
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President Trump claimed North Korea possesses 57 nuclear weapons.
He said the situation with North Korea is currently under control.
North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles on the same day.
The missile launches happened hours after President Trump announced plans to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Experts like Victor Cha from the Center for Strategic and International Studies provide analysis on the situation.
The missile launches indicate ongoing tensions despite talks of diplomacy.
Short-range ballistic missiles are missiles that can travel a relatively short distance and can carry explosives or nuclear warheads.
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The United States has cut short a large annual military exercise with South Korea, surprising its allies. President Trump called the drills costly and hostile toward North Korea and plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year, raising concerns in South Korea and neighboring countries about US commitment to regional security.
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The Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercise involving 18,000 South Korean troops and allies was stopped halfway after President Trump ordered the Pentagon to reduce it.
South Korea's officials were not informed in advance about the US decision to scale down the exercise.
North Korea recently launched ballistic missiles toward Japan and warned it may use nuclear weapons if threatened.
President Trump criticized South Korea for not supporting US actions against Iran and for trade issues.
South Korea spends about $1 billion annually to host US troops but has been criticized for insufficient investment and for limiting US companies.
Some experts in South Korea suggest the country should develop its own nuclear weapons for deterrence.
South Korea’s government currently opposes nuclear weapons, fearing harm to alliances.
The situation raises concerns about the future of US-South Korea security relations and US troop presence in the region.
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Imran Khan, the jailed former prime minister of Pakistan, was moved to a hospital in Islamabad for a medical check-up after a Supreme Court order. Supporters say his health worsened in prison, but the government says there is no urgent medical concern.
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Imran Khan was transferred from Adiala jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad.
This transfer followed a Supreme Court order demanding a medical examination.
Khan’s party says his health has declined and he has lost vision in his right eye.
The government says medical reports show no urgent health issues.
Khan has been in prison since August 2023.
Khan claims the legal cases against him are politically motivated; the government denies this.
This hospital move might help reduce tensions between Khan’s party and Pakistan’s military.
Khan is 73 years old.
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A helicopter crashed in northern Kenya on August 19, 2026, killing seven people including a Miami restaurateur and several notable individuals. The crash happened during a flight from Loisaba Conservancy to the Ewaso Nyiro area, and the cause is still under investigation.
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Seven people died in the helicopter crash in Samburu County, Kenya.
Roger Duarte, a Miami restaurateur and owner of George Stone Crab, was one of the victims.
The helicopter was flying from Loisaba Conservancy to Ewaso Nyiro when it crashed.
Five of the victims were U.S. citizens, according to the U.S. State Department.
José Suárez, a top executive at Telemundo in Florida, was among the dead.
Michele Sensi-Contugi, director of Ecuador’s National Intelligence Center, and his wife, a dual U.S.-Ecuadorian citizen, were also killed.
The crash also claimed the lives of two South Florida residents who were a married couple involved in real estate and aviation businesses.
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority is investigating the cause of the crash.
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Brian Hickerson's lawyer made a statement after actress Hayden Panettiere died. Police said there were no signs of a crime, and the cause of death is still being investigated.
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Hayden Panettiere, an actress, died recently.
Brian Hickerson was with her when she passed away.
Police found no evidence of foul play at the scene.
The investigation into her death is ongoing.
Hickerson’s attorney asked for respect for Panettiere’s family and requested no further comments for now.
The attorney emphasized the importance of letting the investigation continue.
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Russia carried out a drone attack on Kyiv overnight from Wednesday to Thursday, causing deaths and injuries. At least 16 people died and 40 others were hurt during the strikes on Ukraine’s capital city.
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The attack involved drones launched by Russia targeting Kyiv.
It happened during the night between Wednesday and Thursday.
At least 16 people were killed in the strikes.
Around 40 people were injured in the attack.
The strike caused visible damage in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine.
Videos show the moments when the strikes hit and the aftermath.
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Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been moved from jail to a hospital in Islamabad following a Supreme Court order. He is to be examined by doctors and remain in the hospital until his next court hearing in mid-September.
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Imran Khan was transferred from Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad.
The transfer happened after a Supreme Court order required it to be done within two days.
The government had opposed the transfer but the court decision was upheld.
Khan is 73 years old and has been in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges he denies.
A medical board including his personal doctor will examine him in the hospital.
Khan’s next court hearing is set for September 16, and he is to stay hospitalized at least until then.
His party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), and family had requested the hospital move, citing health concerns.
Khan was removed from office in April 2022 through a no-confidence vote in parliament.
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