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Trump claims total control of Hormuz, demands Iran pay reparations as standoff deepens
The dueling positions Washington and Tehran staked out showed how far apart the two sides remain even as both talked of winding down regional hostilities.
Places mentioned: Singapore and 1 other place
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Victoria to ban suppression orders for rapists following Ralph Carr, Tom Silvagni convictions under new pledge
Premier Ben Carroll promises if re-elected to ‘close every loophole’ used by high-profile accused and convicted criminals to hide their identities in the courts Follow our Australia news live blog for…
Places mentioned: Sydney
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Afghanistan qualify for 2027 ODI World Cup
Afghanistan entered the third ODI knowing that a win would be enough to seal their place in the 2027 ODI World Cup. They had already beaten Ireland by 92 runs in the second ODI, while the opening…
Places mentioned: Afghanistan and 1 other place
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Russia’s Supreme Court bars last anti-war party from elections
Recent polls showed the liberal-leaning Yabloko could have won seats in the parliamentary elections next month.
Places mentioned: Russia
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Today’s Mediterranean diet leans on olive oil, vegies and fish. But the ancients mainly ate bread
Andrey Zhuravlev/Getty The Roman emperor Julian (332–363 CE) called bread the food that “among us is thought to be the most nourishing”. Bread and other cereal-based foods were indeed central to…
Places mentioned: Rome
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Chinese dad accepted into MBA programme after daughter challenges him to take exam
A father in northwestern China embraced a challenge posed by his teenage daughter during a heated argument and ultimately earned a spot in an MBA programme. Zhang Zhiqiang, 44, living in Xian, Shaanxi…
Places mentioned: China
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Zuckerberg envisions 'superintelligence' for everyone in AI manifesto
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Monday laid out his vision for a future where everyone has a powerful personal AI agent, arguing that open-source technology can prevent control of advanced artificial…
Places mentioned: California
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Yashar takes lead over Likud as Arab parties projected to receive 10 seats - poll
The poll also scrutinized how voters would react to a scenario in which Hadash, Ta'al, and Balad united to run as a joint list, or if a so-called "third bloc" formed.
Places mentioned: Tel Aviv
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US has mine swept entire Strait of Hormuz, Trump says
The US has cleared the Strait of Hormuz of Iranian mines and now controls the key oil shipping route, Trump said Monday.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Trump administration has revoked more than 175,000 visas, State Department says
Most visas were revoked following "law enforcement encounters," with assault, driving under the influence, theft and drug crimes the leading causes, the department said.
Places mentioned: New York
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Nvidia lines up $500 billion in financing as CEO Jensen Huang tells CNBC his chips are ‘investable asset’
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argued that because its hardware is broadly adopted, flexible and transferable, lenders can underwrite compute as revenue-generating.
Places mentioned: United States
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Opinion: After growing up in Mexico, was I prepared for US high school?
Zella Golden, a rising senior at a northern California boarding school, completed primary and part of her secondary education in Mexico. The advantages far outweigh the obstacles she's experienced…
Places mentioned: California
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Quebec apple farmer using anti-hail cannon to protect crops from icy weather
Anti-hail cannons aren't a new invention for farming, having originated in Europe but are now manufactured in various countries such as New Zealand and Germany.
Places mentioned: Montreal
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Chinese national pleads guilty to trying to export US military equipment to China
A Chinese citizen faces up to 20 years in US federal prison after pleading guilty on Monday to attempting to purchase US-made military equipment to export to China, in violation of US arms export…
Places mentioned: Utah
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Turkey Moves to Advance Peace Process With P.K.K.
The government adopted a law that might prove a significant step toward ending an outlawed group’s decades-long battle with the Turkish state.
Places mentioned: Turkey
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No evidence of data breach after Chinese-made component found in Navy drones, MoD says
The Royal Navy's new sea drones were found to include a Chinese-made component which sent communication to a Chinese IP address.
Places mentioned: China
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Judge dismisses charges against billionaire Adani, but sharply criticizes DOJ
A federal judge dismissed fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani at the DOJ's request. But in an unusual twist, he refused to dismiss charges against some co-defendants and criticized…
Places mentioned: Washington and 1 other place
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Colombia’s Espriella to lead emergency efforts following Bogota earthquake
Colombia’s newly inaugurated president announced to lead emergency rescue efforts in Bogota’s earthquake-struck areas.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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Trump Media posts $238 million second-quarter loss as crypto declines
TMTG said it has signed more than 10 customer agreements for Truth API, the service offering faster access to President Donald Trump's posts.
Places mentioned: New York
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GB's Hunt wins European 100m gold
Great Britain's Amy Hunt claims her first senior international title by powering to 100m gold at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.
Places mentioned: Tokyo
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Colombia Quake Chases Teenage Venezuelan Brothers From Their New Home
A pair of brothers who lost their mother and other family members in Venezuela and were profiled by The New York Times have now survived deadly quakes in two countries.
Places mentioned: New York
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Drought forces water restrictions across nearly 70% of France
Two-thirds of France’s groundwater reserves are below normal levels.
Places mentioned: France
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Colombia earthquake: Dozens dead, people trapped in collapsed buildings
The earthquake's epicenter was 5 kilometers east of San José del Palmar, Colombia, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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Trump again waives shipping rules to bring prices down
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Trump again waives shipping rules to bring prices down The Trump administration is once again waiving U.S. shipping rules as part of an…
Places mentioned: Washington and 1 other place
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Examining Trump's options for ending Iran stalemate
President Trump told Axios that he is only "semi-negotiating" with Tehran. The Iranians are demanding that they be compensated for war damage to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News national security…
Places mentioned: Iran
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All-Ireland winning Donegal football star James McHugh killed in crash
Car and van collide with woman passenger seriously injured and airlifted to Beaumont Hospital for treatment
Places mentioned: Virginia
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Australia politics live: gambling lobby’s talking points ‘coming out the PM’s mouth’, Chaney says; RBA tipped to hold interest rates
Labor looks to negotiate with the Coalition to get several pieces of legislation through parliament. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast ‘He did not…
Places mentioned: Australia
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Trump Wants to Move On From the Middle East. It’s Not Letting Him.
President Trump is eager to declare success in Iran and Gaza, but he is struggling to impose his will in either conflict.
Places mentioned: Iran
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Turkey's parliament passes limited amnesty law for Kurdish PKK militants
Turkey's parliament approved limited amnesty for Kurdish PKK militants on Monday, a key step in a peace process aimed at ending decades of conflict. However, the legislation excludes jailed PKK…
Places mentioned: Istanbul
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Trump signs order to limit childhood vaccines and split MMR shots
The Trump administration recommends separating the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into three different shots administered in separate visits.
Places mentioned: Denmark
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Europe braces for another heatwave after record-breaking temperatures
Extreme heat warnings issued in Britain and France with temperatures forecasted to reach mid-30s Celsius this week.
Places mentioned: Greece and 5 other places
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Cause of Summerland wildfire under investigation as RCMP examine reports of suspicious activity
The Penticton RCMP, along with neighbouring RCMP detachments, are actively patrolling areas currently within the evacuation order, checking in on properties and businesses.
Places mentioned: Toronto
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Amazon backs power plant that may become top source of US climate pollution
Article URL: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/08/amazon-funds-biggest-gas-power-plant-in-us-despite-climate-pledge/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49249971 Points: 15 #…
Places mentioned: Texas and 1 other place
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Boat operator faces federal charges after mother and infant killed in New York capsizing
Sara Sanchez, 27, and her daughter died after a speedboat capsized in the New York Harbor over the weekend The driver of a speedboat that capsized in New York Harbor over the weekend, killing a…
Places mentioned: New York
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Trump signs order on vaccination recommendations
President Trump signed an executive order on childhood vaccine schedules Monday.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Google co-founder Sergey Brin has now spent $100 million to fight the billionaire tax
California's Prop 40 would impose a one-time 5% tax on the net worth of the state's billionaires.
Places mentioned: Miami
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WNBA player DiJonai Carrington ejected after foul against Sophie Cunningham, sparking controversy
Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington was ejected and hit with a Flagrant 2 foul for a block against Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham. The moment escalated when both players had to be held back…
Places mentioned: Chicago
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‘Re-Fyre Festival’: L.A. Jazz Festival called off just days before scheduled kickoff
The inaugural L.A. Jazz Festival, which promised music stars such as John Legend and Janelle Monae performing across the city, was abruptly called off last week.
Places mentioned: Los Angeles and 1 other place
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What Are People In Pristina After Zelenskyy’s Belgrade Visit Sparks Controversy In Kosovo?
A statement by the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Belgrade about Ukraine’s continued non-recognition of Kosovo independence has sparked controversy in Pristina, with the removal of a large…
Places mentioned: Ukraine
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Wildfires burn across Indonesia as officials cite El Nino as a cause
Thousands of firefighters and dozens of helicopters battle growing wildfires across Indonesia.
Places mentioned: Indonesia and 1 other place
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Turkiye approves pardon-like bill for thousands of PKK fighters
Text envisages a return to civilian life for some of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party fighters who lay down their weapons.
Places mentioned: Pakistan and 2 other places
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I looked into buying a house in Singapore as an investment. Here’s why I didn’t — despite the 2% mortgage rate.
Home-loan interest rates in Singapore are less than 2%, while in Japan they’re around 1% or even lower. That’s in stark contrast to mortgage rates in America and Australia, which are over 6% on…
Places mentioned: Singapore
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More than 100 killed in Colombian earthquake
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia about 250 miles west of Bogotá on Monday. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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Venezuela Oil Exports to the US Hit a Seven-Year High
Venezuela's July 2026 oil exports to the US hit a seven-year high of 786,000 bpd, but it remains the second-largest supplier after Canada. Here's the breakdown.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Nearly 30 pine trees intentionally poisoned in Lake Tahoe’s Nevada side
Incidents of damaged trees at Burnt Cedar beach have been reported since 2022 and seem to be linked, officials say Pine trees near Lake Tahoe are being poisoned in what authorities believe are a…
Places mentioned: California and 1 other place
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Panama Economy Targets 4.9% Growth in 2026
Panama's MEF projects 4.9% growth for 2026, with the 2027 budget assuming 4.0% and a 2.97% deficit. Canal transits rise 5.2%, but unemployment remains a challenge.
Places mentioned: Argentina and 2 other places
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What's in a name? Pak boxer's hate for 'Narendra'
Places mentioned: India
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Peru Economy Growth Forecast Raised to 3.5%
Peru's MEF raises 2026 GDP growth forecast to 3.5% from 3.2%, while the minimum wage is set to rise to S/ 1,300 in two tranches.
Places mentioned: Argentina and 2 other places
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Canada flight cancelled after child refuses to wear seat belt
The incident has sparked a debate over child safety and discipline on commercial planes.
Places mentioned: Chicago and 1 other place
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Trump says relationship is good even as Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan
US President Donald Trump maintains that his relationship with Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu is still good.
Places mentioned: Tel Aviv and 1 other place
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Peabody Argentina Stops Production, Shifts to Imports
Peabody Argentina has ceased local manufacturing, moving production to Paraguay and Asia, citing high costs and taxes, with significant job losses.
Places mentioned: Argentina
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Lula Courts Congress Allies as Milei Feud Deepens
Brazil's Lula courts party leaders for neutrality as diplomatic ties with Argentina hit a new low over Milei's insults.
Places mentioned: Buenos Aires
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US appeals court says social media addiction lawsuits can proceed
US court rules Meta, Google and TikTok will face addiction lawsuits as Meta heads to trial this week over child safety
Places mentioned: Los Angeles and 1 other place
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Chile Unemployment Steady at 9.4% in April–June 2026
INE reports 9.4% unemployment and 27% informality for Chile's April–June 2026 quarter, pressuring President Kast's economic agenda.
Places mentioned: Brazil
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Argentina RIGI: BCRA Eases FX Access for Insurers
The central bank's new rule lets insurers buy dollars for reinsurance on RIGI projects, but only with funds traced to approved foreign financing.
Places mentioned: Argentina
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As Francesca Hong surged, Democratic rivals held their fire: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, I take a look at the lack of attacks Francesca Hong has faced on the Wisconsin airwaves. Plus, Allan Smith dives into an unexpected bipartisan pairing in Pennsylvania.
Places mentioned: South Carolina and 3 other places
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Venezuela Oil: Key Facts on US Supply, Sanctions, and Chevron
Venezuela's July 2026 oil exports to the US hit a seven-year high of 786,000 bpd, but it remains the second-largest supplier after Canada. Here's the breakdown.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Dominican Republic Economy Set for Record US$50.2 Billion in 2026
The BCRD projects over US$50.2 billion in foreign-exchange earnings for 2026, a record driven by tourism, remittances, and exports.
Places mentioned: Latin America
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Ukraine, Moldova consider shipping grain by rail through Moldova, sources say
KYIV/CHISINAU, Aug 10 - Ukraine is considering shipping grain by rail through Moldova as a more secure export option than by sea and has asked authorities in Chisinau for a low freight tariff, sources…
Places mentioned: Ukraine
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EU Unveils €700M Honduras Investment Package
The EU announced a €700 million Honduras investment package under Global Gateway, targeting infrastructure, digital, and renewable energy.
Places mentioned: Brazil and 1 other place
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Former Silver Fern captain Ana Noovao dies aged 58
The midcourter played for New Zealand between 1989 and 1992, picking up 23 test caps.
Places mentioned: New Zealand and 1 other place
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Major Quake Hits Colombia, Killing at Least 111
Rescue crews and regular people searched for survivors, and the death toll was likely to rise. More than 1,500 homes were damaged, the president said.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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Netanyahu selects Likud candidate who called Trump a ‘morally corrupt piece of shit’
Oren Dobronsky, who slammed US president over Iran MOU, attempts damage control, calling him Israel's 'greatest friend' in White House; PM's party to seat its first-ever Haredi MK
Places mentioned: Israel and 1 other place
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Journalism and Paywalls
An increasingly hostile environment for independent reporting in the United States and elsewhere has made our job harder, and more expensive.
Places mentioned: United States
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Russia: Top court bans opposition anti-war party from vote
Yabloko, Russia's only anti-war party, has been barred from September's parliamentary elections. The motion to bar Yabloko was filed by the nationalist pro-Kremlin party Rodina.
Places mentioned: Ukraine and 1 other place
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Trump to demand compensation for Tehran’s ‘conflicts’
President Donald Trump says he’ll demand compensation from Iran for people killed or wounded in the US war on Iran.
Places mentioned: Washington
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Netanyahu uses Likud’s first reserved slot for businessman who called Trump ‘piece of s***'
Shortly after the announcement of his reserved slot, it emerged that Dobronsky had previously attacked US President Donald Trump, calling him "a morally corrupt person" in a post on X/Twitter.
Places mentioned: Tel Aviv
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Trump signs executive order calling for fewer childhood vaccines, falsely linking shots to autism
The order builds on the Trump administration's efforts to reshape the childhood shot schedule under HHS Secretary RFK Jr., a longtime vaccine skeptic.
Places mentioned: United States
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Defence lawyer takes aim at psychiatrist’s care before Lindsay Clancy killed her children
Lindsay Clancy’s lawyer questioned her psychiatrist’s expertise, prescribing decisions and overall treatment as the defence sought on Monday to suggest that the mental healthcare system overlooked and…
Places mentioned: Massachusetts
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July was hottest month on record in contiguous US: NOAA
July marked the hottest month on record in the contiguous U.S., according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Temperatures in the mainland 48 states and Washington, D.C…
Places mentioned: Washington
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Made in India: Inside the India-Israel weapons alliance Amnesty wants dismantled
A report by Amnesty International targets Indian arms exports to Israel, but the data also reveals how New Delhi has evolved from one of Israel’s biggest customers into an important partner.
Places mentioned: Delhi
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Pro-Palestinian protesters trash defense supplier, target logistics firm in UK
The group's online posts framed the incident as a form of direct action against military supply chains and described themselves as a “group taking direct action to stop the UK-Israel weapons trade.“
Places mentioned: London
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Oil in U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve falls below 300 million barrels, lowest since 1983
Places mentioned: Israel and 1 other place
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Wall Street is high on this recent IPO. Bank of America says the data center play can double
Csquare, which went public in July, is poised to gain ground in its data center business, according to several Wall Street analysts.
Places mentioned: New York
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AOC shares her egg-freezing journey. Here's what to know about the process.
"This is a choice that I am making to feel more in control of my life," said 36-year-old Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Places mentioned: Washington and 1 other place
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Why the Rhine drought is bad news for Germany’s recovery
Germany’s inland waterways still move around 5% of the nation’s goods. With the Rhine at a critically low level, DW explores how the drought is hitting the economy where it hurts most.
Places mentioned: Amsterdam
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Watch: What we know about suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan
Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan, one of the world's most wanted men, has spent his first night in custody in Ireland after being extradited from Dubai.
Places mentioned: Dubai and 1 other place
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Zuckerberg manifesto pushes open-source approach on AI as Meta releases latest model
Meta Platforms has released a new AI model for developers, emphasizing open-source access
Places mentioned: Iran and 2 other places
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At least 21 killed, more trapped under rubble after 7.4 magnitude earthquake shakes Colombia
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar shared his concerns about the earthquake in a statement and offered his Colombian counterpart any assistance Israel could provide in the aftermath of the quake.
Places mentioned: Colombia and 1 other place
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‘A complete failure’ or a ‘great thing’? Readers have their say on the deposit return scheme
The Irish Times received more than 150 responses to a callout on peoples’ experience with the scheme
Places mentioned: Dublin
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20 dead after 7.4-magnitude earthquake shakes western Colombia
At least 20 people have been killed and dozens of buildings have collapsed in cities across western Colombia after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the South American nation
Places mentioned: Colombia and 1 other place
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Live Updates: Powerful 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Colombia
The quake shook several major cities, including Bogotá, Cali and Medellín. At least 20 people were reported dead in the city of Pereira, about 35 miles from the epicenter.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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WATCH: Woman dedicated to helping people in crisis
ABC News' Will Reeve shares the story of a young woman making it her mission to help people through their toughest moments.
Places mentioned: New York
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BoP proposed deal would leave Israel vulnerable to Hamas re-armament, expert says
The 15-point plan, which was rejected by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, notably failed to see Hamas relinquish its weapons.
Places mentioned: Israel
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Colombia earthquake kills at least 22 as buildings collapse in several cities
The tremor was felt in Colombia's capital, Bogota, and as far away as Venezuela.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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Wildfires rage, force evacuations in western U.S., Canada amid drought
More than 40 large wildfires are burning in the West, fueled by severe drought, as over 100 blazes scorch parts of western Canada.
Places mentioned: Washington and 1 other place
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Leader of Spain’s Ceuta enclave wants migrant detention centre after July influx
Places mentioned: Spain
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Jharkhand protest: Devendra Mahto hospitalised; aide says injured in lathicharge
Several agitators and four policemen were injured during a clash near the Jharkhand assembly on Monday, as police used water cannons, tear gas and lathi-charged job aspirants protesting against the…
Places mentioned: India
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From Dubai to a Dublin court - how alleged cartel boss Daniel Kinahan returned to Ireland
Law enforcement agencies in Ireland and the US believe he is a leading figure in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group.
Places mentioned: Dubai and 1 other place
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Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño items at Walmart, Target over salmonella risk
The recalled products with jalapeño were distributed at national retailers, including Walmart, Target and Trader Joe's, in 26 states.
Places mentioned: New York
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Democrats investigating efforts to deport service members, families
A group of more than 60 Democratic lawmakers sent a letter Sunday to Trump administration officials regarding the conversion of military installments into effective “traps” for noncitizens who are…
Places mentioned: United States
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Ceuta leader wants detention centre as Spain's migrant crisis worsens
The leader of Ceuta demanded on Monday the detention and expulsion of the thousands of migrants wandering the Spanish north African territory's streets after last month's mass influx from Morocco.
Places mentioned: Spain
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7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia kills at least 20
The temblor, which struck Colombia’s Pacific coast shortly after 8:30 a.m., also shook Ecuador. Buildings in multiple cities were destroyed.
Places mentioned: Colombia
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India: Students clash with police over exam leaks
🇮🇳 Thousands of students and unemployed young people have been protesting in Jharkhand since late July, demanding reforms to the state’s recruitment exam system. The unrest comes after weeks of…
Places mentioned: Delhi
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Police in India Use Tear Gas to Break Youth Protest
Thousands of protesters in the eastern state of Jharkhand claim irregularities in qualifying exams for government jobs and are demanding an overhaul of the system.
Places mentioned: India
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Netanyahu Walks Tightrope on Trump’s Gaza Disarmament Deal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is trying to satisfy the sometimes competing demands of his right-wing base and President Trump months ahead of a tough election.
Places mentioned: Israel
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WATCH: Why some couples swear by a 'sleep divorce'
ABC News' Ashan Singh explains why couples are sleeping separately to get better rest and avoid disruptions like snoring.
Places mentioned: New York
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Trump admits ‘some contractor error’ in DC reflecting pool renovation – but still blames ex-Olympian for vandalism – live
US president says the mishandled work ‘was a very small area’ of the pool and ‘was relatively inconsequential’ Sign up for the Breaking News US email Wisconsin is not the only state with high stakes…
Places mentioned: Ohio and 2 other places
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Villa in talks to sign Bayern's Palhinha
Aston Villa are in talks over a move for Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha.
Places mentioned: Hong Kong and 2 other places
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Do creditors ever forgive debt without being asked?
Some unpaid debts disappear without a settlement request, but most borrowers shouldn't count on that happening.
Places mentioned: New York