SocietyAt least 14 infants died in a fire at a government hospital in Islamabad, Pakistan. Rescue officials said an air-conditioning compressor exploded in the nursery on the third floor of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences on Aug. 26. At least 15 babies were inside and one was rescued. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ordered an investigation and vowed action against those responsible.
WorldDaily Sabah’s Mehmet Celik discusses the significance of the SDF, dominated by the YPG terror group in Syria, announcing its dissolution after reaching a deal with the Syrian government.
CultureGrammy-winning country star Carly Pearce discusses her relationship with Dolly Parton and how she began working at Dollywood at age 16.
SocietyThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex have returned to the UK, BBC News understands. Prince Harry, Meghan and their children Archie and Lilibet are believed to have flown privately from California. They will not resume official duties, instead living in Britain as non-working royals, likely from a private property in the Cotswolds outside London.
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EconomyScott Bessent wants to bring borrowing costs down, but the bond market is pushing back. Host Carmel Crimmins examines the Treasury secretary’s “Treasury twist” plans and the struggle over U.S. interest rates.
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PoliticsChina says it will protect its interests after the United States announced broader sanctions targeting Iran and its trading partners. Beijing rejects what it calls “illegal unilateral sanctions” and says it will take all necessary measures to defend its rights.
SocietyRecruitment agencies promise young Vietnamese people jobs and a better life in Germany, but some end up in debt, poor accommodation and without support. The report asks whether fair migration can protect them.
SocietyPhilanthropists and policymakers gathered in New Delhi to discuss demographic challenges facing Asia’s workforce at the AVPN Global Conference.
WorldFlash floods in Nepal have killed at least 19 people and left more than 380 tourists missing. Monsoon rains from June to September regularly cause deadly floods and landslides across South Asia.
SocietyLive coverage continues from the Florida trial of Mario Fernandez Saldana, who faces first-degree murder charges over his alleged role in a 2022 murder-for-hire plot that killed Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan in front of his daughter.
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CultureDolly Parton’s philanthropic legacy rivals her musical one, particularly through her book-gifting program, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Adriana Diaz reports on the initiative.
CultureUS country musician Dolly Parton has died of cancer at 80. Across a career spanning more than six decades, she wrote some of country music’s most popular songs, bringing fans together across political divides and leaving a legacy across generations of artists and listeners.
WorldUS President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz has been demined and warns Iran that any vessel found replacing the mines will be destroyed. Middle East and North Africa analyst Ryan Bohl comments on the statement.
WorldA multi-storm system has drenched southern China for several days. Weakened Typhoon Narra flooded parts of Guangxi, Hainan and Guangdong before making landfall on Aug 25, while a second landfall hit the Guangdong coast on Aug 26.
SocietyClosing arguments could begin soon in the trial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three young children in January 2023. Her defense has argued that postpartum mental health problems affected her at the time.
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CultureDolly Parton died at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Anthony Mason looks back at her life and the legacy she leaves behind.
WorldAfter Washington announced Operation Economic Outcast, a sweeping campaign to isolate Tehran from the global financial system, China urged the US not to disrupt its cooperation with Iran. Council on Foreign Relations Fellow for China Studies Zongyuan Zoe Liu examines the relationship.
WorldAn avalanche of ice and rock has set off flash floods and mudslides along the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving at least 19 people dead and hundreds missing. Nepal’s foreign minister, citing preliminary reports, said an earthquake caused the avalanche. Search and rescue efforts continue, with authorities warning the toll could rise.
WorldEleven years after its formation, the YPG-dominated Syrian Democratic Forces, described as a terror group, has announced its dissolution. The move follows a deal reached with the government last year to integrate its forces into the Syrian army and state institutions. St Andrews University’s Filiz Katman provides analysis.
WorldThe United States appears to be changing its approach to Iran, with no further strikes expected for now. Washington is seeking to pressure Tehran into a deal through economic measures and a naval blockade. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly told allied foreign ministers that sanctions and maritime pressure would be the focus.
WorldFox News correspondent Trey Yingst reports on the latest developments in the conflict with Iran. Retired Lt. Col. Scott Mann also joins Fox & Friends to reflect on the fifth anniversary of the deadly Abbey Gate attack in Kabul.
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SocietyDrivers in Prince Edward Island must have their motor vehicles inspected every year. CBC’s Connor Lamont set out to find out exactly what mechanics check during those inspections.
WorldIsraeli forces raided and occupied the Qalandiya Training Centre in Kafr Aqab, occupied East Jerusalem, a key facility of UNRWA. Middle East affairs analyst Antony Loewenstein commented on the developments.
EconomyUS equity futures fluctuate and Treasuries decline ahead of Nvidia’s quarterly results and July PCE data, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure. The Trump administration is considering more trade measures against Canada after Prime Minister Mark Carney announced dollar-for-dollar retaliation against new US tariffs.
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