Nigerian drug enforcement officials have stopped an international group that used Nigeria as a route to ship cocaine to other countries. This operation led to arrests connected to cocaine trafficking.
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Nigerian authorities broke up a cocaine trafficking ring.
The group used Nigeria as a transit point for cocaine shipments.
Cocaine is a harmful and illegal drug.
The operation involved international drug movement.
Arrests were made following the bust.
Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa.
The bust was reported on August 20, 2026.
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A grief coach named Kate Doerge talked about three ways people can find happiness again after losing someone they love. She shared these tips during an interview on a CBS News program called "Healthful."
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Kate Doerge is a grief coach who helps people deal with loss.
She appeared on CBS News with Norah O'Donnell.
She shared three tips for finding joy after losing a loved one.
The discussion was part of a show named "Healthful."
The focus is on emotional wellness after grief.
The article is based on a video segment from CBS News.
Finding joy after loss can be part of healing and recovery.
The tips aim to support people coping with sadness and grief.
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Coracle fishermen on the River Tywi in Wales say pollution has caused a severe drop in fish, leaving almost no fish to catch. Tests found industrial, farm, and human waste in the water, and local groups and officials are investigating to address the problem.
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Coracle fishing on the River Tywi has been a family tradition for 300 years.
Pollution from industry, farming, and sewage is blamed for killing fish in the river.
Fishermen report catching very few fish compared to past years.
Natural Resources Wales is investigating pollution reports and enforcing rules.
Nearby rivers, like the River Teifi, have also been heavily polluted recently.
Welsh Water plans to spend nearly £889 million between 2025 and 2030 to reduce pollution.
A local electronics recycling company, Mekatek, is licensed to discharge into the river but denies causing harm.
The number of fishing licenses for coracle fishing has dropped from 12 to 4 as interest and fish numbers decline.
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Two fishermen were rescued by the Mexican Navy after being lost at sea for five days. They were found alive inside a cool box 150 miles off the coast of Chiapas, Mexico, after their fishing group reported them missing.
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The fishermen went missing on August 15th.
A distress call was sent by their fishing cooperative to start the search.
The men were found on August 19th, alive inside a cool box used for storing fish.
They were located 150 miles off the coast of Chiapas, Mexico.
The fishermen were 53 and 32 years old.
Mexican Navy conducted the rescue operation.
Both men were given a medical check-up before returning to their families.
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The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned 10 people accused of smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars in cash to Hezbollah using commercial flights between Iran, Turkey, the UAE, and Lebanon. The network helped Hezbollah avoid sanctions and get foreign currency without using banks.
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The sanctions target 10 individuals linked to a cash courier network supporting Hezbollah.
The network operated by carrying cash on commercial flights between Iran, Turkey, the UAE, and Lebanon.
Hezbollah is an Iran-backed Lebanese militant group designated by the U.S. as a global terrorist organization.
Yunus Alper Yilmaz, a Turkish businessman, led the courier operation using currency exchange houses and shell companies.
The U.S. investigation involved cooperation with Turkish authorities.
Sanctions freeze any U.S. assets owned by these individuals and ban Americans from doing business with them.
The action comes amid regional tensions involving Turkey, Israel, and Syria.
The U.S. calls this part of a broader effort to stop Iran from funding Hezbollah’s activities in Lebanon and the region.
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Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was taken from prison to a hospital in Islamabad for medical treatment following a Supreme Court order. Khan has been imprisoned since 2023 on corruption charges and is reported to have serious health problems, including poor eyesight.
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Imran Khan was taken from Adiala jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad under heavy security.
A three-judge Supreme Court panel ordered his hospital examination within 48 hours.
Khan has been in jail since August 2023 on multiple corruption charges.
His lawyers say he has health issues such as poor eyesight and needs specialist care.
Khan reportedly has only 15% vision left in his right eye.
The court emphasized protecting Khan’s life, health, dignity, and security while imprisoned.
Khan was Pakistan’s prime minister from 2018 to 2022 and is still influential politically.
His imprisonment led to protests by supporters and a government crackdown.
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A landslide at an illegal gold mine in southwest Colombia has killed at least 13 people and injured seven others. Most of the workers affected belong to the Quillacinga indigenous group.
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The accident happened at an unlicensed gold mine in southwest Colombia.
At least 13 people died in the landslide.
Seven others were injured in the same event.
Around 50 people regularly worked at this mine.
Most workers were members of the Quillacinga indigenous group.
The mine was operating without a legal license or permit.
Local officials reported the incident.
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Ukraine is described as a real but fragile democracy facing serious challenges during wartime. There is concern that suspending elections or holding them under attack might weaken Ukraine’s political system and resistance to Russia.
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Ukraine’s democracy is genuine but fragile during the ongoing war.
Suspending elections could lead to centralized political power around President Zelensky.
Holding elections while cities are still under attack might cause harmful political turmoil.
The country faces the challenge of maintaining democracy without internal conflicts weakening its war effort.
The discussion involves balancing wartime unity with democratic accountability.
The situation includes ongoing Russian strikes affecting Ukrainian cities.
Ukrainian political leaders are actively debating how to proceed with elections during the conflict.
The article features insights from Dr. Volodymyr Yermolenko, a Ukrainian philosopher and journalist.
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Hundreds of Tibetans living outside of Tibet protested in New Delhi by shaving their heads. They demonstrated against a Chinese law called the ethnic unity and progress law.
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The protest took place in New Delhi, India.
Hundreds of Tibetan exiles took part in the protest.
Many protesters shaved their heads as a form of demonstration.
The protest was against China’s ethnic unity and progress law.
The law is seen by protesters as harmful to Tibetan identity and culture.
The protest was peaceful and aimed to raise awareness internationally.
Tibetan exiles often organize protests to highlight issues in Tibet.
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The film "The Ones We Couldn’t Save" tells the story of Ali Safiuddin, a first responder in southern Lebanon who has spent many years working in Civil Defense. Despite losing his young daughter in 2006 and three colleagues in 2026 due to Israeli attacks, he continues to help save lives.
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The film is called "The Ones We Couldn’t Save" and is by Al Jazeera Originals.
Ali Safiuddin is a first responder working in Civil Defense in southern Lebanon.
His toddler daughter was killed in 2006 during an Israeli attack.
Three of his colleagues died in 2026 in a similar conflict.
Despite these personal losses, Safiuddin continues to risk his life to save others on the front lines.
The story highlights the challenges and sadness faced by emergency workers in conflict zones.
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At least 46 people died after a boat carrying over 70 passengers capsized in Sokoto state, north-western Nigeria. Most of the passengers were children traveling with farm workers, and rescue teams are still searching for 15 missing people.
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The boat capsized near Gorau in Gorony, Sokoto state.
At least 46 bodies have been found, 16 people were rescued, and 15 remain missing.
The passengers were mainly children traveling with farm owners and laborers to work on a rice harvest.
The area where the accident happened is remote and hard to access.
Boat accidents are common in Nigeria due to overcrowding, poorly maintained boats, and weak safety rules enforcement.
Previous similar accidents occurred recently, including one in Jigawa state last month and one on the River Niger in December 2024.
Authorities recommend safer boats, life jackets, better training for operators, and improved waterway management, but these measures are not fully enforced.
Many rural Nigerians rely on boats for transport because roads can be poor and villages are near waterways.
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Four railway workers died after being hit by an express train while spraying herbicide on train tracks north of Tokyo, Japan. A lookout had signaled that the tracks were clear, but authorities are investigating what caused the accident.
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The accident happened north of Tokyo, Japan.
Four railway workers were applying herbicide on the train tracks.
An express train struck and killed all four workers.
A lookout had indicated the tracks were clear before the train passed.
Japanese authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
The incident involved railway maintenance and safety procedures.
The workers were performing track maintenance tasks at the time.
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Thousands of migrants who crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta have been living in poor conditions for weeks. Spanish authorities are trying to move them to temporary shelters, but many remain in the area and the exact number of migrants is uncertain.
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Over 72,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco during a border surge.
At least 90 people died during the initial border crossing.
Around 9,000 to 10,000 migrants are estimated to still be in Ceuta, including about 2,000 children.
Spanish police cleared migrants from a beach and moved many to makeshift shelters.
Many migrants are still hiding in woods, on beaches, and outside a migrant center.
Most migrants who crossed come from Morocco, but some are from Sudan, Mali, and Yemen.
Spain’s interior ministry estimates about 5,000 migrants remain, while city officials say up to 10,000.
The U.N. refugee agency says there are major challenges in providing shelter, food, and services to the migrants.
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Cameroon's 93-year-old President Paul Biya returned to the country after being away in Geneva for 73 days. His long absence raised concerns about his health and who was running the country during that time.
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President Paul Biya has been in power since 1982 and is the world's oldest serving head of state.
He was away from Cameroon for 73 days, staying in Geneva with family and close aides.
Biya’s office described the trip as a short private stay.
Opposition parties criticized the absence, saying the country was left "on autopilot" and lacked leadership.
Government officials said the president continued to manage state affairs during his absence.
Biya was re-elected for an eighth term in October 2025 after term limits were removed in 2008.
His long rule has faced challenges like armed conflicts and a weak economy, leading to frustration especially among young people.
There is no vice-president currently, so if Biya could not serve, the senate president would temporarily take over.
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) will receive 70,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine to help fight its biggest Ebola outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) said some doses will be used in a study to see if the vaccine works against the Bundibugyo virus, which is causing this outbreak and has no approved vaccine yet.
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The DRC is experiencing its largest Ebola outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus.
So far, there are 5,208 confirmed cases and 2,476 deaths.
The Ervebo vaccine is approved for one type of Ebola virus but not for Bundibugyo.
20,000 doses will be used in a late-stage trial to test if Ervebo protects against Bundibugyo.
The other 50,000 doses will be given to frontline and health workers.
Gavi, a global vaccine alliance, is funding shipping and vaccination efforts with $13 million total.
WHO calls the outbreak a global emergency and says more efforts are underway to control it.
The Congolese government started a program called “Congo River Without Ebola” to strengthen monitoring and response.
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Prices for everyday items in Gaza have increased sharply because many goods are smuggled into the territory due to Israeli restrictions. Israeli soldiers and middlemen are accused of making millions by controlling this illegal trade, which includes items like cigarettes, phones, fuel, and medical supplies.
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Israel limits or bans many goods from entering Gaza, calling some "dual use" because they might be used by militants.
Smugglers bring in cigarettes, tobacco, iPhones, solar panels, fuel, anesthetics, and other banned or limited items.
Prices for groceries, batteries, and medicines have risen sharply in Gaza due to these restrictions and smuggling.
Israeli court documents and interviews reveal soldiers and middlemen are involved in profiting from smuggling.
The Associated Press investigation included talks with traders, merchants, truckers, Palestinian officials, U.N. staff, and residents.
Many sources spoke anonymously due to fear of retaliation from Israel, Hamas, or smugglers.
Cigarettes and tobacco generate the highest profits in this smuggling trade.
Hospitals sometimes rely on smugglers to get necessary medicines and equipment.
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Children in Khan Younis, Gaza, who have lost limbs during the ongoing conflict are learning to swim. This program helps them regain confidence and improve their movement after serious war injuries.
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Children in Khan Younis, Gaza, have lost limbs due to the conflict in the region.
Gaza has the highest number of child amputees compared to its population worldwide.
About 4,000 children in Gaza have lost limbs since the war began.
A swimming program has been created to support these amputee children.
The program aims to help children build confidence and improve their physical abilities.
Swimming is used as a way to help children recover both physically and emotionally.
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Neutrogena responded to criticism following the death of actress Hayden Panettiere by expressing sadness and regret for not supporting her during a difficult time. The company acknowledged that it ended her contract as a brand ambassador after she spoke publicly about postpartum depression.
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Hayden Panettiere died at age 36 and was found in cardiac arrest.
She had a partnership with Neutrogena for over ten years.
Neutrogena chose not to renew Panettiere's contract after she discussed her postpartum depression.
The company issued a statement expressing sadness and regret over its past actions.
Neutrogena said it wants to be known as supportive and that it failed in this case.
Panettiere wrote about her relationship with Neutrogena in her memoir released in May 2026.
The issue sparked public backlash against the company.
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Syria is going through big changes after President Bashar al-Assad’s fall in late 2024, affecting how civil society groups operate. Many organizations that once worked independently during the war are now asked to register with the government, which is trying to control and reshape their role in society.
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Bahjat Hajjar, once a supporter of opposition-run councils, is now deputy minister of social affairs and labour in Syria.
Before Assad’s fall, civil society groups were tightly controlled by the intelligence service, making it hard to get official approval.
Since December 2024, many organizations from opposition areas have been asked to register in Damascus, and approvals have become easier.
Founding a civil society organization is now simpler and cheaper than starting a company in Syria.
Experts warn that growing numbers of groups do not necessarily mean civil society is strong or influential.
Civil society in Syria developed during war to fill gaps left by the weakened state, especially in areas like healthcare, education, and shelter.
The government aims to regain control of services that civil society organizations handled, creating uncertainty about the future role of these groups.
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour involved civil society in creating a strategy for 2026–2028, showing some cooperation between the state and civil society.
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President Donald Trump has made strong threats against Iran, warning of severe economic and military actions. However, these threats have not been carried out, and Iran appears to be dismissing them while some in Iranian leadership consider military escalation as a response to the current stalemate.
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President Trump warned of the "most crushing economic operation" against Iran.
Previous Trump threats, including a large attack and severe consequences, were not acted on.
Diplomatic talks with Iran have been inconsistent, with some positive discussions delayed by Trump.
Experts say Iranian leaders do not take Trump’s threats seriously but growing frustration may increase calls for military action.
Trump’s strategy is compared to the "madman theory," aiming to keep opponents uncertain about his intentions.
Iran has successfully used control over the Strait of Hormuz to influence the global economy and targeted regional U.S. bases.
Iran is rebuilding its military and cooperating with allied groups like Hezbollah and the Houthis.
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has lasted about six months with ongoing tensions and no clear resolution.
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