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  1. Senior Israeli official: Settler violence harming Israel, Syria security deal attempt failed

    A senior Israeli said that talks on a security agreement with Damascus failed, and that no progress has been on disarming Hamas

  2. Nepal to rebuild early-warning system on China border after deadly flood, sources say

    Since the disaster, China has said imagery of the affected areas, satellite and hydrological data, as well as early-warning information on upstream barrier lakes, have been shared with Nepal.

  3. From a tortured father in Tehran to a brain-cancer cure in Israel: Heshmatpour's two-front fight

    A Persian entrepreneur with a Jewish wife, a breakthrough brain-cancer drug, and a mission against Tehran. NeOnc's Amir Heshmatpour, in his own words.

  4. After Achilles Shield deal, Israeli air defense dominates in Europe as continent races to rearm

    The formal signing of the "Achilles Shield" deal is not only a commercial and diplomatic achievement for Israel, but it is also the final seal on a tectonic shift in Europe's defense landscape.

  5. EU's Kallas says Leipzig attack had hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism

    European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen vowed to increase pressure on Russia, especially after the attempted attack at Leipzig that she said showed Moscow's growing "recklessness."

  6. WATCH: Netanyahu visits IDF Gaza outpost, pledges to continue Hamas disarmament effort

    Netanyahu stressed that the Gaza Strip will "no longer pose a threat to Israel," noting that the goal has "largely been achieved."

  7. Nepal intensifies relief and recovery efforts after deadly floods, UN says

    More than 1,200 people have died and thousands are missing, as rescue efforts continue and aid is airlifted to villages.

  8. Energy Secretary Chris Wright tells CNBC more than 17 million barrels of oil transited Hormuz on Monday

    The Energy secretary spoke to CNBC's Brian Sullivan in Venezuela on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump announced a massive oil deal with Caracas.

  9. Billionaires Sent Montana Prices Soaring. Can Democrats Capitalize?

    For years, Democrats have failed to harness the anger of Montanans contending with out-of-state wealth driving up costs. This year, a smokejumper thinks he can succeed.

  10. New York Fed's Williams says yield surge due to strong economic prospects

    The central bank policymaker in a CNBC interview did not commit on whether he thinks an interest rate hike is necessary.

  11. There is 'a lot more pushback' on data center construction, Berkshire CEO Greg Abel tells CNBC

    The resistance to data centers is gaining steam and occurring nationwide.

  12. Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge, gets license suspended for 5 years

    Woods told officers at the scene the crash occurred while he was looking at his phone and changing the radio.

  13. What to watch in Broadcom’s upcoming earnings – and why Nvidia is running

    The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

  14. Iraq’s archaeological discoveries have shaped understanding of human civilisation – but its scientists have been sidelined

    The early bronze age (21st century BC) Ziggurat of Ur in southern Iraq. Abbas Al Yasiri/Shutterstock In recent years, archaeologists from around the world have marked the centenaries of some of Iraq’s…

  15. Ford's production of highly profitable Super Duty trucks hits 20-year high as it recovers from supplier fires

    Ford reported its eighth consecutive month of year-over-year U.S. new vehicle sales declines in August.

  16. G20 live updates: Alberta premier pushes back on Lutnick's Canada barb

    Follow Day 2 of the G20 Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with Jensen Huang, Sam Altman, and ministers discussing AI, policy and trade.

  17. Trump admin backs OpenAI 'fair use' argument in suit from NYT

    President Trump's administration is signaling support of OpenAI as it defends itself from a lawsuit brought by the New York Times over fair use of the outlet's content. The Times sued OpenAI in 2023…

  18. B.C. government confirms gas revenue forecast errors worth $1.46B

    Energy Minister Adrian Dix said the most significant error, a 44-cent overstatement in the forecasted per-gigajoule price of natural gas this fiscal year, was a "serious mistake."

  19. USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after record-breaking 286-day deployment

    The USS Abraham Lincoln was involved in the US naval blockade and combat operations in the war with Iran and set a modern-day record for consecutive days at sea.

  20. Tiger Woods loses driving licence for five years after plea deal

    The champion golfer submits a no contest pleas to a reckless driving charge after a crash near his Florida home in March.

  21. Israeli PM Netanyahu in Gaza, ‘we are not withdrawing’

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel does not plan to withdraw from Gaza

  22. Ancient fossil from China reveals animal-microbe partnerships dating back 550 million years

    The Conotubus fossil is a small tube-shaped organism that lived around 550 million years ago. Most likely it was a soft-bodied animal resembling a worm. (Author), CC BY We often think of microbes as…

  23. Google dodges another breakup attempt

    US District Court Judge Leonie Brinkema declined the Justice Department's request to make Google sell off parts of its ad tech business, accepting milder remedies to restore competition to markets it…

  24. China’s Xi urges new Middle East security framework during rare Egypt visit

    Chinese, Egyptian leaders discuss the US-Israel war on Iran, which has prompted regional powers to rethink defence.

  25. Status of Iran’s Nuclear Program Is Unclear, U.N. Watchdog Says

    As the war sputters on, an internal report from the International Atomic Energy Agency said Iran’s refusal to grant access to its inspectors was an urgent concern.

  26. Giardiasis cases are rising in England: should we be worried?

    Corona Borealis Studio/ Shutterstock Cases of giardiasis, an intestinal infection that causes diarrhoea, bloating and gas, have reached their highest level in England since 2016 according to newly…

  27. WATCH: Americans shine at US Open

    ABC News' Sophie Flay has the highlights from the U.S. Open, where Americans have dominated early.

  28. Iran war ramps up again amid series of resignations and firings in U.S. military

    Strikes between the U.S. and Iran are ratcheting back up amid an important resignation in the U.S. military. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean reports.

  29. Hakeem Jeffries vows ‘serious response’ after two House Democrats vote with Republicans – US politics live

    House minority leader says decision by two Democrats to advance resolution condemning socialism ‘represents significant breach of trust’ Sign up for the US Breaking News email As tensions flare in the…

  30. Leviticus: deadly desire stalks queer teens in this rural Australian horror

    You can imagine being a queer teen in a Christian fundamentalist community in rural Australia is not an easy ride. In his debut feature Leviticus, writer and director Adrian Chiarella imagines how…

  31. 'Reprehensible act of vandalism': India flays Pak over demolition of old Hindu temple

    India voiced deep concern over the reported destruction of a historic Hindu temple. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the vandalism against the century-old place of worship. India noted the…

  32. WATCH: Survivor speaks out after lightning strike

    ABC News' Hanna Battah speaks to the victim, who is now sharing his story after a dramatic lightning strike was caught on camera.

  33. Alaska's top 4 primary puts unlikely longshot candidates on ballot

    Alaska's House and Senate contests are set for November's general election, after the results in the state's nonpartisan top-four primary put fringe candidates on the ballot.

  34. US Mint officially launches $1 coin featuring Trump

    The United States Mint released 250,000 $1 coins Wednesday featuring President Trump’s likeness to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary. The design of the coin shows a simple portrait of the…

  35. Uber drivers launch European class action over ‘soulless’ and ‘scary’ AI algorithm

    Landmark lawsuit claims tech company’s pay-setting system has breached privacy laws and pushed down earnings Uber drivers have launched a landmark legal action against the ride-hailing company…

  36. Workers find historic human remains in Manitoban RM: RCMP

    A road maintenance crew found the human remains last week, according to the Manitoba RCMP, who said carbon dating and testing is being arranged.

  37. Does Medicare pay for long-term care? Many people get it wrong — and it may cost them later

    Individuals may generally use Medicaid, insurance or their own funds to pay for long-term care in retirement. Here's what experts say about those choices.

  38. Is Germany’s far right AfD about to take over a state government for the first time?

    Germans in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt will go to the polls on September 7 to elect a new parliament. With forecasts indicating that the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) is on course to win…

  39. Egypt welcomes Xi as Beijing expands influence in region

    Egyptian ​President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi welcomed China's Xi Jinping to Cairo on Wednesday, opening a visit that highlights Cairo's deepening ties with Beijing as regional turmoil prompts U.S. allies…

  40. Southwest to debut airport lounges in four cities, with more to come

    The airline is partnering with Chase on the effort, saying it wants to build on that company's Sapphire Reserve Lounge Network.

  41. Russia's hybrid attacks on Germany: When is it 'war'?

    The German government is holding Russia responsible for an unsuccessful attack in Leipzig. Yet many feel that its response has been too mild.

  42. Why America should fear gerrymandering, not voter fraud

    For those who claim that their election was stolen, the appropriate response is: “show me the evidence.” As for gerrymandering, the evidence already exists in every state congressional map, in plain…

  43. Lindsay Clancy jury resumes deliberations day after deadlocked message

    The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial resumed deliberations for a fifth day Wednesday in Massachusetts, a day after saying they were deadlocked.

  44. Iran attacks Gulf states, accuses U.S. of bombing a wedding party

    Iran attacked Jordan, Kuwait and the UAE, claiming retaliation for the latest U.S. strikes as the war in the Middle East ramps back up.

  45. Arizona congressman heard ‘freight train crash’ sound during Grand Canyon flash flood

    Rep. David Schweikert, R-Ariz., said he heard what sounded like “a freight train smashing into a boulder” as a Grand Canyon flash flood consumed the landscape near his rafting group Saturday.

  46. Toronto police deem fire at commercial building suspicious

    Just after 3 a.m., firefighters and police were called to Finch Avenue East and Willowdale Avenue for reports of a fire at a commercial building.

  47. Vietnam arrests deputy minister over probe into huge bribes

    Vietnamese police arrested a deputy health minister on Wednesday for allegedly accepting huge bribes, part of an investigation into a company accused of smuggling medical equipment, authorities said…

  48. Vancouver-area home sales drop almost 5% in August amid lag: board

    Greater Vancouver Realtors says there were 1,869 home sales last month, which was 20.7 per cent below the 10-year seasonal average.

  49. Two ex-officials charged over tainted fentanyl scandal linked to 90 deaths

    Former officials face prosecution over contaminated fentanyl scandal linked to deaths of at least 90 people; Nélida Bisio, who headed Argentina's drug regulatory agency ANMAT during the crisis, and…

  50. WATCH: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce debut their new dog

    The newlyweds reveal their new dog, Wendy, for the first time in a new Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2026 campaign.

  51. New York City to ban student AI use in public schools until high school

    Teachers and parents have warned against AI use in schools over concerns of ‘cognitive surrender’ New York City will ban students’ use of artificial intelligence in public schools through eighth…

  52. Philippine couple married in hip-deep floodwaters

    A Philippine couple tied the knot on Tuesday at a Catholic church swamped in hip-deep waters, as heavy rains had pummelled large parts of the country for a month.

  53. Aubameyang ‘humiliated’ as ex-Arsenal striker quits Gabon national team

    Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang cites 2025 Africa Cup of Nations treatment as captain steps away from Gabon duty.

  54. Austria women ice hockey team fight for future generations

    Austria are getting ready for their first Women's Ice Hockey World Championship. But preparations have been overshadowed by a dispute about conditions, pay and getting men's cast off kit. A solution…

  55. Lizzo 'grateful' after judge dismisses lawsuit against production company

    The About Damn Time singer says she is "relieved" at the outcome and will "continue to fight" every claim.

  56. Iran accuses US of ‘war crime’ after missile blast kills four people at wedding

    Blast also injures 68 guests at the wedding in southern Iran, prompting fears of escalation in hostilities Middle East crisis live – latest updates Iran has accused the US of a war crime after a…

  57. Iran fires on its Gulf neighbors, retaliating for U.S. strikes after a monthlong lull

    The six-month war has led to a spike in oil prices, roiled the global economy and posed increasing political problems for President Trump's Republican Party ahead of November midterm elections.

  58. US postal whistleblower warns thousands of midterm ballots could be lost

    A US Postal Service whistleblower has warned that millions of Americans could be prevented from receiving mail ballots ahead of November's midterm elections because of a rushed, new system ordered by…

  59. Search continues for tunnel workers in Nepal floods

    Nepali authorities believe that the dozens of workers trapped in hydropower tunnels could still be alive, as some of the tunnels have chambers with air supplies. But rescue teams are still struggling…

  60. Trump to meet with travel industry CEOs as White House touts World Cup tourism boost

    Trump’s meeting with travel executives comes after a World Cup that showcased his unusually close relationship with FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

  61. As weekly Haredi protests take a toll, Jerusalem cafe says it may close on Saturdays

    Spokesperson for Cafe Basimta says business will make decision in coming days as some fear ultra-Orthodox rallies hounding the coffeehouse may escalate out of control

  62. Supreme Court chief blames public officials’ rhetoric for rise in attacks on judges, lawyers

    Isaac Amit warns attacks on legal professionals are becoming routine, says courts have closed to public and attorneys require security escorts

  63. Ocasio-Cortez backs Nixon in Florida Senate race

    Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) on Wednesday threw her support behind Florida state Rep. Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist running for U.S. Senate. In a statement shared on social media, the…

  64. Carse left out of England squad for third Pakistan Test

    England leave Brydon Carse out of their squad for the third and final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston.

  65. Russia charges children's hospice chief with spreading false war information

    LONDON, Sept 2 - Russian investigators said on Wednesday they had detained children's hospice founder Lida Moniava and charged her with deliberately spreading false information about the actions of…

  66. Cuisinart just recalled millions of grill brushes — what to know before your Labor Day cookout

    The CPSC says 3.6 million Cuisinart wire grill brushes are now recalled over an ingestion hazard. Here’s what to do if you have one, plus safer alternatives to shop before Labor Day.

  67. 2 Filipino sailors killed in Iran’s attack on vessel, Saudi Arabia says

    Saudi Arabia, the world’s biggest crude exporter, said on Wednesday that an Iranian ‌attack on an oil tanker owned by its national shipping company had killed two Filipino seafarers. Sidr, owned by…

  68. Ontario byelections near finish line with trade war looming large

    Candidates say a variety of provincial issues has popped up during campaigning, but U.S. President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs.

  69. Google defeats U.S. bid to force ad tech sale

    A U.S. judge ruled in April 2025 that Google holds illegal monopolies on servers that host publisher ads and ad exchanges which sit between buyers and sellers.

  70. Clooney kicks off Venice as festival wades into war, Gaza and AI

    Venice rolls out the red carpet Wednesday, with George Clooney set to collect a lifetime achievement award as the film festival opens a starry two-week run heavy on biopics, war-zone dramas from Gaza…

  71. Iranian attacks on Iraq's Kurdistan aim to transform Iraq into buffer zone, spread war - analysis

    Iran’s attacks seek to strike an area of Iraq that the regime assumes is not well protected, in a push to move fighting outside Iran and avoid insurrections inside.

  72. 'Israel needs its supporters to be here': Paraguay’s ambassador seeks lasting ties

    Alejandro Rubin points to growing beef exports and water cooperation, while acknowledging delays in implementing other agreements.

  73. UK fines US-headquartered Citibank's London unit £4.7 million under Russia sanctions laws

    The British government fined Citibank's CBNA London unit for breaching Russia-related sanctions laws, a notice confirmed on Wednesday.

  74. With AfD gaining traction in East Germany, what would a far-right win mean for Jews? - analysis

    An AfD victory in Saxony-Anhalt could portend wider-scale momentum, while the party defends antisemitism accusations by saying that it supports Israel and sees it as a model to follow.

  75. Suspect in Jerusalem baby food contamination case named as Yan Shemla

    Yan Shemla, a resident of southern Israel, was arrested at his home on Monday after police reported a breakthrough in the investigation.

  76. Car hits pro-government gathering in Mashhad, Iran, killing at least four, injuring at least 10

    "The driver of the car is a man of about 35 years old and has a conditional license, with medical restrictions," said an unnamed traffic official in a Mizan report.

  77. Is this the future of America?

    In 2007, the US was on the cusp of an economic recession, and Buddy Rizer was tasked with finding Loudoun County, Virginia, a new way to make money. Rizer’s earlier career as a radio DJ didn’t exactly…

  78. Zelenskyy says airlines should avoid Russian airspace as Ukraine expands drone operations

    Zelenskyy urged airlines to avoid Russian airspace, warning that expanding Ukrainian drone operations are making the skies increasingly unsafe.

  79. Endometriosis: a long-ignored disease, despite symptoms that can be traced back to ancient times

    A rotogravure depicting hysterectomy surgery being performed in the 19th century at Paris’ Salpêtrière Hospital, a French institution for psychological disorders where women diagnosed with hysteria…

  80. 'Stop empty statements': Ben-Gvir warns Likud against preventing Gotliv's move to Otzma Yehudit

    "If Likud wants to transfer Tally Gotliv to Otzmah Yehudit, it needs to carry out the procedures today, instead of sending empty briefings to the media," Ben-Gvir said in a statement.

  81. Nepal search operations continue a week after catastrophic floods

    The UN says the disaster has left at least 2.2 million tonnes of debris, according to a preliminary estimate.

  82. Andy Burnham to face first PMQs as borrowing costs rise – UK politics live

    PMQs comes as Resolution Foundation says it is not ‘realistic’ to think defence spending can increase without tax rises Analysis: new battle lines drawn as the leaders face off Zack Polanski, the…

  83. Khan convicted in car tax 'scam' for vehicle he denies owning

    City Hall officials say the Nissan Micra does not belong to the mayor or Transport for London.

  84. Ex-pop star Gary Glitter pleads not guilty to UK charges of historical sex offences

    LONDON, Sept 2 - Former British pop star Paul Gadd, better known by his stage name Gary Glitter, pleaded not guilty in a London court on Wednesday to eight charges of historic sex offences against a…

  85. India defies Iran war oil shock to keep 8% growth on track

    India’s stronger-than-expected first quarter growth has bolstered analysts’ confidence that it can sustain its momentum through the rest of the financial year and remain the world’s fastest-growing…

  86. ‘The sky is for drones’: Zelensky warns Russian skies unsafe for airlines

    Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky warned airlines and insurance companies on Tuesday that the presence of Ukrainian drones had made Russian skies dangerous to use and that they were effectively…

  87. Bus Crash in Egypt Kills at Least 16

    The vehicle overturned in an area of the Sinai Peninsula that is popular with tourists. Another 28 people were injured, officials said.

  88. U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln Docks in Thailand, Giving Weary Crew a Break

    Thousands of sailors and Marines serve on the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln, which came into the spotlight because of a tough deployment in the war in Iran.

  89. A Prop 65 Crash Course: What You Need to Know (2026)

    If you see a Prop 65 warning, don’t fret. Here’s what you need to know.

  90. Meet the wolves brought by apartheid-era South Africa to brutalize natives

    The aim was to create a wolf-dog mixed breed that could be used by police for crowd control or by the military during South Africa's border wars in Namibia and Angola

  91. EU's Kallas says Leipzig attack had hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism

    WICKLOW, Ireland, Sept 2 - The attempted attack in Leipzig had all the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism, the European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Wednesday, adding that…

  92. China’s No 2 foundry Hua Hong invests US$2b in new fab to meet surging AI-driven demand

    Major Chinese foundry Hua Hong Grace Semiconductor is pouring US$2 billion into a massive capacity expansion in the Chinese chip production hub of Wuxi, racing to meet skyrocketing domestic demand for…

  93. Palantir CEO Alex Karp backs ousted Ukraine defense minister's new defense tech startup

    Fedorov is launching a defense tech company backed by Palantir CEO Alex Karp, aiming to turn Ukraine’s wartime experience into new technologies.

  94. 'Chidiya chug gayi khet': Pakistan cricketer takes swipe at PCB after England debacle

    The leg-spinner further said, "Ab pachhtaye kya, jab chidiya chug gayin khet (It is no use crying over spilt milk)."

  95. Israel is prepared to respond to Iranian attacks, says defence minister

    Israeli forces are prepared for a possible attack from Iran over the Jewish high holiday season which begins in mid-September, the country's defence minister said Wednesday. "For now, they are…

  96. Advocacy group urges Hong Kong to let residents tap pension savings for homes

    A Hong Kong advocacy group has urged the government to let residents use a portion of their mandatory pension savings for home purchases, one of several proposals submitted ahead of the policy address…

  97. Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty in second national security case

    Prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong pleaded guilty Wednesday to conspiracy to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security under a Beijing-imposed law that has…

  98. EU considers response to Leipzig drone attack after Germany formally blames Moscow – Europe live

    Foreign policy chief says drone attack last month ‘had all the hallmarks of state sponsored terrorism’ as she prepares to lead today’s discussions Meanwhile, Russian president Vladimir Putin said the…

  99. Denmark sends conscripts to Greenland, signalling aim to boost Arctic ‌defences

    For the first time in recent history, Danish ⁠conscripts have been deployed to ⁠Greenland, as Denmark moves to ⁠bolster its presence in the Arctic after US demands to acquire the territory. US…

  100. Nepal floods: Families gather at overwhelmed morgues in desperate search for loved ones

    In Nepal, the hope of finding survivors is fading daily. Bodies are piling up in morgues, and storage capacity is reaching its limit. Authorities are beginning to bury the remains after DNA samples…

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