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  1. Katz says Israel successfully captured senior Hamas terrorist during IDF's latest Gaza strike

    "There are no casualties among our troops, and none of our troops are trapped. The IDF acted to bring an immediate threat to an end. The incident is nearing its conclusion," a military source said.

  2. Xi's visit to Egypt marks Chinese interest in Middle East, Egypt's push to keep growing - analysis

    Even if it is the first visit in a decade by Chinese President Xi Jinping to Egypt, and relations between the countries keep growing, China still seems to be cautious with its policy.

  3. Netanyahu visits school in Ramle hit by missile during Iran war as Israel classes start nationwide

    The prime minister, alongside Education Minister Yoav Kisch, visited the school and talked with teaching and administrative staff, as well as the students on their first day of class.

  4. Colombia’s new Israel alliance is a strategic blow to Iran and its proxies - opinion

    Colombia’s new government is reshaping alliances with Israel, reviving counterterrorism cooperation and strengthening a regional front against Iran, Hezbollah, and narco-terror networks

  5. Kurds in Syria, Iraq fight against 'Arabization' with language, but might need to push harder

    Both in Syria and Iraq, there are rising reports of pushes for Arabic to become a main language and demographic changes in Kurdish areas, with officials needing to tackle these issues.

  6. As schools start in Israel, government pushes for teachers to move up north with NIS 60,000 grant

    The grant is intended for teaching staff working in communities up to 9km from the northern border, and the may live up to 30km from the border.

  7. China or the U.S.? Two Meetings Offer Competing Showcases of Global Power.

    As Xi Jinping gathered with the leaders of Russia and Iran, Europe challenged the Trump administration at the G20, offering a split-screen view of a changing world.

  8. Hong Kong Int’l School and US church founder reach settlement over financial mismanagement lawsuit

    Hong Kong International School (HKIS) and its US-based founder have reached an out-of-court settlement, after the latter sued the school last year for alleged financial mismanagement and over…

  9. Global oil prices extend move over $90 after report of two tankers struck in Hormuz

    West Texas Intermediate’s contract for October delivery and Brent crude’s November contract rose to their highest levels in nearly two weeks.

  10. House to vote on stopgap funding bill as lawmakers scramble to avoid government shutdown – US politics live

    Speaker Mike Johnson to launch a floor vote designed to prevent any federal shutdown before the November midterms Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog. House speaker Mike Johnson will launch…

  11. WATCH: Woman roller skates for the first time before a large crowd

    ABC News' Danny New explains how one woman turned her first time on roller skates into a social media event.

  12. At least 12 people killed in Russian overnight attacks on Ukraine – Europe live

    Zelenskyy says dozens more injured as strikes leave thousands without electricity in Odesa region Meanwhile, Ukraine’s ⁠prime minister Sergii Koretskyi ⁠called ⁠on lawmakers ​on Tuesday to ⁠speed up…

  13. Russia fired over 2,800 drones at Ukraine in August amid war tactic change

    Over the course of the month of August, Russia launched more than 2,800 jet-propelled drones at Ukraine, a type of drone that is harder to shoot down. That has come with a massive uptick in the number…

  14. Death toll tops 1,000 after Nepal flooding, as search continues for thousands

    A total of 3,916 people were said to be missing throughout Nepal, the government said.

  15. Spain records over 5,000 heat-related deaths since June

    Spain registered more than 5,000 heat-related deaths from June to August, data from a public health institute showed on Tuesday, a record since the start of its statistics in 2015.

  16. Africa: The Drylands Dividend - the Smart Investment for Powering a Water-Scarce World

    [IPS] NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 1 2026 (IPS) - Open a can of something fizzy and the reason the sugar doesn't separate immediately is gum arabic, tapped by hand from acacia trees across the Sahel. Spray on…

  17. Global bond yields soar to multi-decade highs as Middle East turmoil reignites inflation fears

    Bond yields surged across major markets Tuesday as U.S.-Iran hostilities revived energy and inflation risks, with Japan and U.K. yields at multi-decade highs.

  18. Israeli non-profits, companies expand education access in remote communities worldwide

    The three nonprofit organizations and RoboGroup are members of the SID Israel community, the umbrella organization for Israel’s international development and humanitarian aid sector.

  19. Onion price hike: Centre expands Rs 35/kg sale to 19 cities amid supply concerns

    The Centre has expanded its discounted onion sale to nineteen cities. Onions are now available at Rs 35 per kg, down from retail prices. Mobile vans will distribute affordable onions across Delhi's…

  20. Russian attack hits rail workers in new deadly strikes on Kyiv

    Ukrainian officials say 20 people, including two children, were injured in the capital and the wider region.

  21. Russia targets Kyiv and its region for sixth consecutive night of attacks

    At least nine people have been killed and 14 injured in Russian strikes on Ukraine overnight. Moscow targeted Kyiv and the wider region in the attack, hitting a railway depot in the Kyiv. Russia's…

  22. Academic resigns from Leaving Cert maths reform group over ‘incoherent and inaccurate’ courses

    Proposed changes would ‘do a disservice to our young people’, DCU professor Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin says

  23. Netanyahu's wife shares conspiracy claim that opposition leader knew of Oct 7 attacks in advance

    As Israel prepares for what are expected to be close-fought parliamentary elections in October, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's wife Sara on Monday shared a conspiracy theory that centre-left…

  24. UK-Philippines troop deal to boost Nato’s South China Sea reach

    A proposed troop access pact between the Philippines and Britain is the latest sign of Manila’s aim to draw in more European and other powers sharing similar concerns about security in the South China…

  25. Former gang member found guilty of murdering rapper Tupac Shakur

    A jury found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans and lingered in…

  26. Subdivided-flat registration rate at 42.5% as ‘early bird’ phase deadline passes

    Property-ownership complications and low public awareness have slowed landlords’ registration of Hong Kong subdivided flats under new housing regulations, industry observers have said, after the…

  27. As Chinese chipmakers snap up local gear, self-sufficiency drive faces commercial test

    Chinese chipmakers are setting increasingly aggressive targets to source production equipment locally, adding pressure on domestic toolmakers to come up with machines that are reliable in the exacting…

  28. Dyson’s Next Act Is an Electric Toothbrush With a Camera

    The company known for stick vacuums and hair dryers is coming for your teeth. The $499 Dyson CameraJet uses a tiny camera to aim streams of rinsing fluid into the gaps between your teeth.

  29. Gustavo Petro Chooses Mexico for His First Trip Abroad as Ex-President

    COLOMBIA · POLITICS Key Facts —The trip: Former Colombian president Gustavo Petro is in Mexico City, his first journey abroad since leaving office on 7 August. He returns to Colombia on Wednesday, 2…

  30. Israeli fire kills four people, including three children, in Gaza, medics say

    CAIRO, Sept 1 - Israeli gunfire and airstrikes killed at least four people, including three children, in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, health officials said.

  31. India's GDP growth: BJP hails 'economic resilience'; Congress asks where are the jobs?

    India's GDP registered a remarkable growth of 7.8 percent in the April-June 2026 quarter. The BJP hailed this achievement as a testament to robust economic governance despite global uncertainties…

  32. Grand Canyon rescue operation still ongoing to find missing person after floods

    Only one person remains missing after the flash flood that claimed two lives in the Grand Canyon - one of the most famous tourist attractions in the western United States. The force of the water…

  33. From the U.K. to Japan, bond yields are jumping as U.S. bonds tumble

    The old adage that the rest of the world sneezes when the U.S. catches a cold very much applies to bonds as well.

  34. Football power struggle caused FIFA World Cup plan fallout, says Kushner

    Investor Joshua Kushner blames football's 'political dynamics' for FIFA's leadership crisis involving Gianni Infantino.

  35. Hong Kong school starts academic year without replacing head fired for swearing

    A Hong Kong secondary school has begun the new academic year without a principal while authorities vet a replacement for the former head, who was fired for swearing at security guards during a…

  36. Former gang member found guilty of murdering Tupac Shakur

    Duane "Keffe D" Davis, a former Los Angeles gang leader, was found guilty on Monday by a Las Vegas court of the 1996 murder of chart-topping rapper Tupac Shakur

  37. The towns on Spain's Costa Blanca where foreigners buy 8 in 10 homes

    It’s well known that Valencia’s Cost Blanca is a favourite spot for foreigners to live or buy a property here in Spain, but the latest figures from the country's General Council of Notaries reveal…

  38. Russia, at dire point in ties with UK, says it will name new ambassador when ready

    VLADIVOSTOK, Russia, Sept 1 - Russia said on Tuesday it would announce a new ambassador to Britain in due course, weeks after its previous envoy left London at a dire point in bilateral ties.

  39. U.S. Sanctions on Iran Cut Off Students from Tests Needed for Study Abroad

    The latest measures have forced the cancellation of English proficiency and graduate exams, isolating many Iranians most eager to foster ties with the world.

  40. Colin Kaepernick’s unfinished business

    Ten years after taking a knee to stand against racism and police brutality at great cost to his career and finances, Colin Kaepernick is back in the spotlight.

  41. Ukraine air defences top agenda as EU ministers meet in Ireland

    European Union defence and foreign ministers gathering in Ireland this week are set to focus on strengthening Ukraine’s air defences, as concern grows over both Russia’s intensifying bombardment and…

  42. 95-year-old Florida clock gets 700-hour restoration after decades outdoors

    In Clearwater, Florida, a remarkable four-faced clock has undergone an impressive restoration, thanks to clockmaker David H. Boyd, who dedicated 700 hours to the project. He skillfully preserved the…

  43. Can Ancient Ruins Be Protected From Wildfires? Greece Is Trying.

    As blazes surge across Europe, the country is making a trade-off to protect its heritage by fireproofing sites at the risk of spoiling the surrounding landscape.

  44. A Factory in Rural Ireland Is at the Center of a Dispute Over Russia

    Alumina processed at a refinery in County Limerick may be feeding Russia’s war in Ukraine, an investigation suggested. There is little agreement on what to do about it.

  45. Indians May Have To Wait 179 Years For US Green Card. Here's Why

    As of December 2025, nearly one million people from India are waiting in the US employment-based immigration backlog.

  46. The market forces quietly adding thousands to patient bills

    The true cost of "vertical integration": Patients directed to a higher-priced location for procedures. Or forced to buy from their insurer's wholly owned pharmacy, which may not stock the drug…

  47. Global investors descend on China’s Shenzhen to ride wave of AI and robotics opportunities

    Shenzhen, the southern Chinese city home to US-sanctioned telecoms giant Huawei Technologies and drone maker DJI, has seen an influx of investors and business leaders amid rising global interest in…

  48. Blue-collar workers propelled China’s rise. Their jobs are vanishing.

    Income inequality in China is now by some measures worse than in the U.S. as blue-collar jobs dwindle and workers turn to the gig economy.

  49. A NY hospital tried to close its birthing center. This city united to fight back

    Democrats and Republicans in Troy, New York, took on a national Catholic health system and kept the county's last birthing center open.

  50. In the Trump-voting town of Ontario, lake’s new name splits Republicans

    Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America has sparked both pride and objections among residents of Upstate New York.

  51. AI wealth is creating a 'mansion shortage' and upending San Francisco's housing market

    Spiking prices and rental bidding wars are raising fears of more displacement in a city where previous tech booms and a housing shortage have already driven out many.

  52. Tumaco Port Fuel Volumes in Eight Months Already Beat All of 2025

    COLOMBIA · ENERGY Key Facts —The milestone: The port of Tumaco moved more than 762,000 net barrels of fuel in the first eight months of 2026, surpassing the roughly 483,000 barrels received in all of…

  53. Early intervention needed to prevent people from entering homelessness, says Depaul

    David Carroll says rising rents, cost-of-living issues and mental health difficulties are putting people under increasing pressure

  54. Russian drone and missile barrage kills at least 12 in Ukraine’s Kyiv

    Russian attacks escalate as EU defence ministers meet in Ireland to discuss Ukraine air defence shortages.

  55. Heavy monsoon rains submerge Islamabad roads and underground

    Heavy monsoon rains have submerged roads and flooded houses in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, and Rawalpandi.

  56. Sheinbaum Second Report Today: Record FDI Headline Meets US Screening Pressure

    MEXICO · POLITICS Key Facts —The day: President Claudia Sheinbaum delivers her second annual report (Segundo Informe) today, 1 September, closing a nationwide tour at Mexico City’s Zócalo. —The…

  57. West Bank mosque said torched by settlers; 8 arrested for assaults on Palestinians, mosque arsons

    Suspects aged 16 to 20; 4 Palestinians shot in front of settlers, troops; elderly Palestinian woman beaten; former Israeli officials to NYT: Settler violence is 'like the Germans'

  58. Panama to Pilot US$50 Million Pax Silica Chip Tracker as Its Companies Lead Region in Layoffs

    The United States has tendered up to US$50 million for a semiconductor traceability platform that Panama will pilot on its canal, while a Konzerta study says 86 percent of Panamanian companies laid…

  59. ‘Not welcome’: How Sweden’s far right took over Stockholm Central Station

    The Sweden Democrats also posted advertisements on buses suggesting Swedes with Somali heritage apply for repatriation.

  60. Sydney records warmest winter on record as Melbourne equals previous hottest temperatures

    New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania just experienced their warmest-ever winters – and BoM says above-average temperatures expected to continue Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news…

  61. Russia slams Japanese drills with US and Australia, says US Typhon missile systems pose threat

    VLADIVOSTOK, Russia, Sept 1 - Russia on Tuesday condemned upcoming joint military exercises between Japan, Australia and the United States and said it had formally complained to Tokyo about the…

  62. Mexican Peso August Rally Delivers Best Month Since April in Broad Market Gains

    MEXICO · MARKETS Key Facts —Peso: The Mexican currency gained about 1.9 percent against the US dollar in August, its strongest month since April, ending the month near 17.04 per dollar. —Debt: Mexico…

  63. Iran's Pezeshkian says Tehran will reciprocate if US honors interim deal commitments - report

    Pezeshkian participated in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, where several other world leaders were also present.

  64. Trujillo Kidnapping: Peru Police Free Mining Businessman, Arrest Five

    PERU · TRUJILLO KIDNAPPING Update: This article follows our coverage of the 30 August Trujillo attack, when businessman Jens Lara Tantaquilla was still missing. He has since been freed. Key Facts —The…

  65. Footage of police officer boasting about punching Sydney anti-Herzog protester raises questions about conduct

    Male police officer caught on camera during 9 February protest against visit of Israeli president Isaac Herzog Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Video footage has emerged…

  66. How much should I tip in Germany?

    To assume that 'Europeans don't tip' would be a serious blunder. Here's a quick guide to tipping in Germany, from the standard amount to the cool and easy way to do so.

  67. Do I have to leave Spain if my residency permit is denied?

    If your Spanish residency permit application is denied, you will probably receive a letter giving you 15 days' notice to leave the country. But does this actually mean it's mandatory for you to leave…

  68. China-Nepal flood toll tops 1,000 as tunnel rescue offers last hope

    The death toll from devastating Himalayan glacial floods crossed the grim 1,000 mark on Tuesday, as Chinese and Nepali teams searched for survivors including dozens feared trapped in hydropower…

  69. Colombia Jobs: 578,000 Created in a Year, but Farming Lost 204,000

    COLOMBIA · ECONOMY Key Facts —The headline: Colombia created 578,000 jobs in twelve months, a solid recovery on paper. —The exception: Agriculture lost 204,000 jobs over the same period — drought and…

  70. Brazil Electoral Court Suspends Renan Santos Campaign Over Unregistered Profiles

    BRAZIL · ELECTION 2026 Key Facts —The order: Electoral justice Dias Toffoli has suspended the Renan Santos campaign online, its access to the public election fund and its participation in debates…

  71. Thai resort prepares to host USS Abraham Lincoln sailors after more than 270 days at sea

    Security stepped up in Pattaya before arrival of thousands of sailors and marines whose deployment was extended due to US war in Iran Authorities in the Thai resort city of Pattaya have stepped up…

  72. Times Square stabbing leaves woman dead, attacker dies after NYPD response

    The attack occurred shortly before 4:30 p.m. on Seventh Avenue in Times Square. Cisneros allegedly stabbed a 32-year-old woman and a 68-year-old man.

  73. Mexico sees wave of bombing attacks in intensifying pattern of cartel violence escalation

    The latest incident occurred on Sunday, when a suspected car bomb ripped through the central Mexican state of Zacatecas, injuring at least 11 people, including two police officers.

  74. Iran leadership is willing to take extreme measures to disrupt Gulf shipping, JD Vance says

    According to Vance, the United States is now at a stage where a significant portion of its activity in the region is aimed at ensuring freedom of navigation and trade through the Strait of Hormuz.

  75. North Carolina jury indicts 17-year-old on suspicion of aiding San Diego mosque shooting attack

    Forsyth County District Attorney Jim O’Neill told a press conference that officials decided to bring state charges because in North Carolina the girl can be tried as an adult.

  76. Trump sidesteps Hegseth 2028 speculation: 'We have to get through the midterms first'

    The president's Republican Party is fighting to maintain control of both chambers of the US Congress in November's elections.

  77. No plans for US troops to be deployed to polling places during midterm elections, top general says

    In a letter to US Senator Elissa Slotkin, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine said election administration and security remain the responsibility of state and local officials.

  78. 'The smell of death': Son tells trial how he found his father dead and mother missing at Ellerslie home

    A jury has heard harrowing evidence about the night Ricky Kwok went to check on his parents, and found his dad dead and his mum missing.

  79. Te Pāti Māori vows major constitutional reform by making Te Tiriti binding for Crown

    The party would also set up an independent Te Tiriti Commission with power to investigate breaches by the Crown.

  80. Smithsonian to put Latino museum in existing building, bypassing Congress approval

    WASHINGTON, Aug 31 - The Smithsonian Institution approved on Monday the conversion of one of its buildings into the National Museum of the American Latino, which will enable it to bypass congressional…

  81. Explainer: What is meningococcal disease and how dangerous is it?

    Explainer - A young woman died of it last month, and more cases are popping up. What exactly is meningococcal disease?

  82. Fast-fashion giant Shein's shares drop 9% in Hong Kong market debut

    Shein made its Hong Kong market debut on Tuesday after years of attempts to go public.

  83. Family of New Zealand woman missing in Nepal flash flood dismisses false rescue reports

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade says there is still no new verified information on the missing New Zealanders.

  84. Democrats aim to unite behind one candidate in Alaska governor's race

    Democrat Tom Begich has withdrawn from Alaska’s governor's race and is supporting the first-place finisher, fellow Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins

  85. TV producer Alexander Breingan ordered to return to New Zealand from Los Angeles

    He faces 33 charges and is alleged to have used forged documents to obtain more than $4.3 million in government-funded rebates and $10.2m in lending to finance 13 television programmes.

  86. Bessent reportedly tells Russia no economic relief until Ukraine war ends as Europe snubs Moscow at G20

    The meeting underscored Washington's willingness to reopen diplomatic talks with Moscow, as Europe intends to isolate the nation while the war continues.

  87. Top stocks to buy or sell: Stock market recommendations for today - check list

    Stock market recommendations: Indusind Bank, Computer Age Management Services (CAMS), and Dixon Technologies (India) are the top stocks to buy that have been picked by Somil Mehta, Head of Retail…

  88. John Ternus to lead Apple into the age of AI

    Incoming CEO inherits company that leads the smartphone market but trails rivals in AI.

  89. NSW top prosecutor Sally Dowling and state attorney general discussed which barristers could review her office, estimates hears

    Sally Dowling tells budget estimates that Michael Daley called to tell her he was appointing a senior counsel and ‘raised quite a number of names’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…

  90. Australia’s biggest property downturn since pandemic threatens economic growth

    Australian home prices fell for a fifth month in August in the biggest downturn since the pandemic, and there is further pain ahead as stubborn inflation puts upward pressure on interest rates…

  91. Oil extends gains, stocks drop as Trump issues fresh Iran warning

    Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai, Sydney and Singapore traded lower as investors turned cautious.

  92. Shein shares slide in long-awaited stock market debut

    The firm's Hong Kong listing on Tuesday comes after a years-long quest to sell shares in New York and London.

  93. New York cannot enforce state law demanding $75b. from fossil fuel companies, federal judge rules

    Chief US District Judge Brenda Sannes in Syracuse, New York sided with 22 Republican state attorneys general, as well as industry groups including the US Chamber of Commerce.

  94. El-Sayed on Vance 'evil' remark: 'What's evil is corrupting yourself'

    Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on Monday shot back at Vice President Vance’s comment about him being “very, very evil.” Earlier Monday, Vice President Vance went after El-Sayed at…

  95. Israel’s global warming emissions down in 2025 but still cost economy $11 billion, ministry finds

    Environmental Protection Ministry's pollution data shows positive trends in many areas thanks to continuing demise of coal, drop in wildfires after end of rocket fire from Lebanon

  96. Indian-Origin Taxi Driver Convicted Of Rape "No Longer A US Citizen"

    A native of India, Singh entered the United States in February 1992 as a visitor for a temporary period not to exceed six months.

  97. Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker, August 2026

    Chinese President Xi Jinping ended August in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, kick-starting a potential run of overseas trips after what has so far been a quiet year for foreign travel. Xi met the…

  98. Delhi Traffic Police Issues Advisory For BRICS 2026 Motorcade Rehearsal

    Delhi Police issue advisory for route diversions and traffic regulation during BRICS Summit preparations.

  99. Kākāpō rising: 90 chicks swell population of the world’s heaviest parrot

    Critically endangered New Zealand bird enjoys record breeding season triggered by mass fruiting of native tree, pushing its numbers to 325 The population of the world’s heaviest parrot, the kākāpō…

  100. Victoria’s First Nations body breaks new ground in support of prisoners’ ‘open air’ rights

    For the first time since its creation, Gellung Warl has used its powers to challenge the Victorian government on a legislative bill that passed parliament last week. Gellung Warl is Victoria’s…

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