An Israeli drone strike on a medical warehouse within the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital complex in Gaza injured three people, while separate attacks in the region resulted in two fatalities. Over the past 48 hours, Gaza's Health Ministry reported ten deaths and 18 injuries, highlighting ongoing violence despite a so-called "ceasefire," with 1,313 Palestinians killed since October 2022. Additionally, between 4,000 and 5,000 Palestinians are estimated to be missing, with an analytical study suggesting a pattern of enforced disappearances involving 317 cases, predominantly male (95.27%), and including 41 children.
James Cleverly has resigned from the shadow cabinet to run for mayor of London, stating his intention to make his case to party members ahead of the Conservative party conference in October. Cleverly, who previously lost to Kemi Badenoch in the Conservative leadership bid, emphasizes that success in London is crucial for pushing Badenoch's political ambitions, and he considers the city as the "philosophical heart of the Conservative party." Sadiq Khan, the current mayor, is approaching the end of his third term and has not yet confirmed whether he will seek a fourth term in the May 2028 election, following his previous election victory with 43.8% of the vote against Tory candidate Susan Hall in 2024.
Severe storms in San Antonio have caused significant damage and resulted in widespread power outages that could last several days, according to CPS Energy and city officials. Emergency responses are underway, including a call for foster homes for animals affected by outages disrupting shelter operations. Additionally, viewers have shared numerous photos and videos showcasing the storm damage across the area.
Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers claimed in a recent fundraising email that he "saw the dead body of Osama bin Laden with [his] own eyes," misleadingly implying he was involved in the raid that killed Bin Laden on May 1, 2011; in reality, he was at home in Washington, D.C., receiving information via phone from CIA Director Leon Panetta. While Rogers was one of a select few US officials to see a photo of Bin Laden's body, he was not present during the operation or in the Situation Room with President Obama and top officials. In his campaign, Rogers has frequently touted his contributions to national security, particularly his work in intelligence funding, while attacking opponent Abdul El-Sayed with assertions about ideological extremism that have been fact-checked and found misleading.
Manchester United faces Ipswich Town on August 30 at Old Trafford, desperately seeking a win after suffering a 2-0 defeat against Hull in their season opener. Ipswich, on the other hand, began their season with a successful 2-1 victory over Sunderland and previously secured a 3-1 win over Leicester City in the League Cup. United's new signing Carlos Baleba will be unavailable for about three weeks due to an ankle injury, leaving Carrick hopeful for his swift return as they aim to avoid becoming the first Premier League team to suffer back-to-back losses against promoted sides.
Flash floods in Nepal on August 28, 2026, have resulted in a rising death toll and thousands missing, including approximately 90 Americans, as per the U.S. State Department. The floods, triggered by a glacial collapse, have devastated communities along the Bhotekoshi River and in Tibet, prompting the U.S. to allocate $500,000 for rescue efforts. As rescue teams search through debris in affected areas like Nuwakot district, families of the missing are left in despair, with efforts ongoing to locate survivors and provide aid.
Andoni Iraola's debut as Liverpool manager ended in a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest at Anfield, with Liverpool salvaging a late point thanks to Victor Munoz's strike. Forest had taken the lead twice through Dan Ndoye and Morgan Gibbs-White's penalty, while Liverpool equalized first through Alexander Isak. Liverpool is reportedly close to signing French winger Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain for £106 million ($144 million), which could rise by an additional £17 million ($23 million).
The FBI is lifting its automatic hiring ban against applicants who have had sexual encounters with sex workers, opting instead for a more nuanced evaluation of candidates' past behavior. Applicants who have engaged with sex workers within the last 10 years, three or more times, or while in a public safety position will still be dismissed, but the FBI aims to consider the context of applicants' actions in their hiring process. This change comes amid concerns over recruitment challenges and a perceived easing of standards as the Bureau seeks to replenish its ranks amidst high personnel turnover rates.
Since deadly flash floods swept through the Himalayas, almost 3,000 individuals are reported missing in Nepal and Tibet, with Nepal recovering 669 bodies so far. Many families are frantically posting photos of their missing loved ones at hospitals, as morgues in cities like Chitwan are overwhelmed by the sheer number of deceased, leading to makeshift facilities being established to house the bodies. The disaster has deeply affected entire communities, such as the village of Jaydada, which was completely washed away, and many survivors are now left hoping for the retrieval of bodies to find some peace.
The Royal Navy conducted a 72-hour operation tracking Russian vessels through UK waters, monitoring four ships from the North Sea to the Channel, with three ships and a helicopter deployed for support. The operation included observing the Russian destroyer Admiral Levchenko escorting sanctioned cargo vessels General Skobelev and Sparta towards Dover, while Russia responded by deploying its Neustrashimy frigate. The Royal Navy noted a 25% increase in monitoring Russian activity compared to the previous year, with ongoing concerns about the security risks posed by shadow fleet vessels.
A Russian strike on a warehouse near Kyiv resulted in at least 37 fatalities and prompted the evacuation of nearly 400 individuals, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack targeted a depot storing military weapons, located near a residential area, leading to calls for an investigation into the negligence related to the storage of explosives. President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the incident and highlighted the severity of the situation.
Kang Myung Sook is now 87, having last seen her brother in North Korea 24 years ago during a brief reunion in 2002, and is among the approximately 34,000 South Koreans officially registered as separated from family members in the North due to the Korean War, from an original count of 134,500. The article details the arbitrary division of Korea at the 38th parallel in 1945 by American colonels, which was intended to be temporary but solidified into a lasting border after the Korean War began in June 1950. As the ongoing conflict persists, many families like Kang's remain estranged, with more than 100,000 individuals who registered having passed away before reuniting.
Gabriel Perez, a former White House teleprompter operator, has been fined $172,000 by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for using inside information to place bets on Donald Trump’s speeches through the Kalshi prediction market. The penalty includes $107,539.02 in disgorgement of profits and a $65,000 civil fine, with a three-year trading ban imposed after an investigation revealed he misappropriated nonpublic information related to Trump’s speeches. Perez’s activities raised concerns about insider trading in prediction markets, highlighted by similar cases, including a US soldier indicted for a $400,000 bet tied to political events.
The death of war criminal Ratko Mladic, who was sentenced to life in prison in 2017 for genocide and war crimes resulting in over 100,000 deaths during the Bosnian War, has reignited discussions about the ongoing denial of these crimes, particularly in regions like Republika Srpska. Despite calls for acknowledgment and resistance from groups like Ostra Nula, many continue to glorify Mladic, highlighting a persistent ideology of denial and fascism that remains entrenched in the Balkans. The article stresses that the fight against such denial and for moral responsibility is crucial, as the world grapples with the misconception that fascism was vanquished decades ago.
Labour's Bridget Phillipson warned that prison cells for newly arrested individuals may run out if the government does not implement an early release scheme, attributing the crisis to insufficient capacity created by the previous Conservative administration. The plan involves shortening the custody portion of sentences for thousands of prisoners, while ensuring that serious offenders are not included in this release. Victims' families have voiced concerns, urging for exclusions for those convicted of manslaughter, highlighting the emotional impact of the prison capacity issue on victims and their loved ones.
Israeli settlers, supported by forces, have surrounding a home in Qusra, West Bank, trapping at least four Palestinians while setting fire to nearby land. Over the past month, settler violence has surged, including previous attacks on a mosque and besieging three homes, with residents like Loui Abu Raideh reporting severe restrictions on food and essential supplies that take three to four days to approve. The situation has become increasingly dire since Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza began in October 2023, manifesting in urgent military actions such as establishing new roadblocks and declaring Qusra a closed military zone.
Israeli troops completed a raid on the Qalandiya Training Centre in occupied East Jerusalem, marking the sixth raid on the facility this year, during which approximately 40 staff members were expelled and significant damage was reported. The centre, which has been operating since 1952, provides vocational training for around 340 Palestinian refugees annually, and boasts a 90% job placement rate for its graduates across 16 specializations, despite the high unemployment rate of nearly one in three Palestinians in the West Bank. UNRWA expressed hope to reopen the centre quickly, as it plays a vital role in equipping Palestinians with skills necessary for gaining employment and rebuilding their lives.
Khaled Abu Madeen, a 50-year-old farmer from Sheikh Ijlin in Gaza City, has returned to his vineyards after nearly three years of war with Israel, during which over 73,000 Palestinians lost their lives and significant destruction occurred. After enduring the loss of 60% of his grapevines and facing the challenges of limited agricultural supplies due to Israeli restrictions, he estimates that restoring his vineyard will cost at least $40,000. Despite setbacks, Khaled has experienced a hopeful resurgence as new shoots have begun to emerge, indicating that his harvest this year has reached about 5,000 pounds.
Chris Cantrill won the Edinburgh comedy award for his show "Rewilding," making it his first win after three previous nominations, while Marty Gleeson received the best newcomer award for her show "Dog Ear." Cantrill, aged 42 from Bradford, aims to bring humor from rural Northumberland, and his victory marks his return after his partner Amy Gledhill won the same award two years prior. This year, the award panel received over 550 eligible shows, and Cantrill received a prize of £10,000 while Gleeson was awarded £5,000; the festival featured just over 4,200 registered shows across 299 venues.
The Upper West Side grocery store Barzini’s, which has been in operation for over 40 years, is set to permanently close at the end of the month, according to an employee. Additionally, a kosher bistro and bar, named after the "black parrot tulip," has opened on West 106th Street. The article also mentions that the Global Citizen Festival will occur on Saturday, September 26, at 4 p.m.
Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, plans to return to the UK after spending time in a Swiss chalet due to scrutiny over her ties to Jeffrey Epstein, from whom she received a £15,000 payment to settle debts. Following the scandal, Ferguson lost her royal titles, the courtesy title of the Duchess of York, and the freedom of the city of York, which was unanimously revoked by councillors; she has also seen many of her books pulped and her charity, Sarah’s Trust, closed down. Additionally, six companies associated with her were wound down earlier this year amid the fallout from the Epstein revelations.
Lando Norris has extended his contract with McLaren until at least 2030, following his recent success with back-to-back wins at the Dutch Grand Prix. The 26-year-old driver, who secured McLaren's first drivers' title since 2008 last season, aims to continue building on the team's achievements amidst a challenging season, sitting fourth in the current championship with 11 races left. McLaren's team principal, Andrea Stella, praised Norris's significant role in the team's journey, highlighting their strong partnership and future aspirations.
Niger's Ministry of National Defense reported that soldiers engaged in mutiny-like gunfire at sensitive locations in Niamey, including an attack on Diori Hamani International Airport and an attempted breach of the presidential security perimeter. The shooting started around 1 a.m. local time and led to the temporary shutdown of the national television signal, which was restored approximately one hour later. This incident poses an ongoing threat to the military junta led by Abdourahamane Tchiani, which has faced previous jihadist attacks in the capital.
German firms faced a record sick-leave wage bill of €85.6 billion ($111 billion) in 2025, more than double the €36.9 billion recorded in 2010, according to a study from the German Economic Institute. Factors contributing to this increase include wage hikes, inflation in employee costs, and a rise in recorded sick leave following the introduction of electronic medical certificates in 2022, with workers now averaging 19.5 sick days annually compared to about 13 days in 2018. In response, the government plans to ban patients from receiving sick notes over the phone starting in January.
At least 27 people were killed in a head-on collision between a minibus carrying church members and a haulage truck near Chivhu, Zimbabwe, with 23 fatalities reported at the scene. The minibus was en route to a church conference when the truck attempted to overtake another vehicle, leading to the crash. This tragic incident is part of a troubling trend of deadly accidents on Zimbabwe's poorly maintained roads, with prior incidents resulting in multiple casualties, including 18 deaths in April from a minibus fire.
At least 37 people were killed and 42 injured, including four children, after a Russian drone strike targeted a warehouse near Kyiv, which was storing munitions. The strike caused significant damage to over 50 residential buildings and led to the evacuation of more than 370 people from the area. Ukrainian officials are investigating the legality of storing explosive materials near residential areas, reflecting on past mistakes from a similar incident in July that resulted in 22 fatalities.
US officials are urging swimmers to exercise caution amidst a surge in drowning deaths, particularly highlighted by recent incidents in California, including the deaths of two college students in Santa Cruz and two brothers in the Trinity River. From April to September, drowning deaths typically spike, with an emphasis on understanding water conditions, as even water temperatures below 70°F can pose risks like cold shock. Authorities encourage wearing life vests and avoiding drugs or alcohol while swimming to reduce drowning risks, as well as advising against bystander rescues to prevent further danger.
Laurie Anderson has become the 13th contributor to the Future Library project, with her manuscript set to remain locked away for 88 years until 2114. This project, which includes works from notable authors such as Margaret Atwood and Ocean Vuong, features a total of 1,000 spruce trees planted by artist Katie Paterson in 2014, from which the final anthology of texts will be printed. Anderson aims to write something meaningful about love to reach readers in the future, emphasizing her lifelong passion for books, libraries, and forests.
Dolly Parton, who passed away this week, was celebrated for her brilliant artistry, having sold over 100 million records and touched millions through her movies and television appearances. Her passing elicited widespread tributes, including American flags at half-staff, a pink-lit Empire State Building, and royal guards at Buckingham Palace playing her song "9 to 5." Parton's life story, from a humble beginning as the fourth of 12 children to her philanthropic endeavors, including a program that sent books to over 300 million children, exemplifies her generosity and the American dream.
The newly constructed Cyangoga pedestrian bridge in Rwanda, spanning 230 feet, connects two settlements divided by the Mukungwa River, significantly improving access to vital services like health clinics, schools, and markets for the community. Since 2020, 96 such bridges have been built in Rwanda by the nonprofit Fika, and recent research shows notable improvements in household consumption, income, land cultivation, fertilizer use, and school attendance as a result of this infrastructure. Naomi Nibishaka, a local resident, shares that the bridge has provided her with newfound freedom to visit her family and manage her daily needs without relying solely on others.