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Nepal flood missing toll surges past 4,200 as deaths exceed 900World

The death toll and number of missing people from massive Himalayan floods on both sides of the Nepal-Tibet border continue to climb. Nepali authorities say more than 900 people have died and over 4,200 are missing, including 590 foreigners. More than 900 workers are believed trapped in tunnels at over a dozen hydropower sites in Nuwakot and Rasuwa, where rescuers are working to clear water, mud and debris.

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Investors Assess Warsh’s Remarks; US and Iran Exchange AttacksWorld

US equity futures fluctuate as investors weigh Fed Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech. Oil prices rise after the US and Iran exchange strikes for the first time in about a month. G-20 finance ministers and central bank governors are meeting in North Carolina for a multiday summit.

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The ‘catastrophic’ destruction confronting Nepal’s rescue workersWorld

Rescuers are struggling to reach about 100 people believed to be alive in tunnels across Nepal’s hydropower network. The tunnels were buried in mud nearly a week ago after a glacier collapse triggered landslides and floods. Some workers escaped, but officials say more than 900 remain missing. Tunnelling expert Arnold Dix is advising the rescue effort.

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Nepal confirms 903 landslide deaths as about 4,200 remain missingWorld

Nepal’s Foreign Ministry said on August 31 that the latest confirmed death toll from the landslide disaster had reached 903. About 4,200 people remained unaccounted for, including foreign nationals from 38 countries.

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Executive diversity and inclusion: How to promote female leadershipSociety

CEO Women Europe, launched in June, aims to strengthen partnerships between Europe, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. Kate Moody speaks with Sandrine El Khodry, the initiative’s president and Alcatel Lucent Enterprise’s Executive Vice President for Global Sales and Marketing.

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US and Iran Exchange Strikes for First Time in About a MonthWorld

The United States and Iran have traded attacks for the first time in roughly a month. American forces struck an island in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran attacked the United Arab Emirates and Jordan.

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U.S. carries out first strikes on Iran in weeksWorld

The U.S. said Sunday it struck rocket launchers on Iran’s Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, marking its first strikes on Iran in weeks. Iran said it retaliated by targeting American bases in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates.

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Strait of Hormuz access at centre of US-Iran war flare-upWorld

The United States has struck Iran for the first time in a month, targeting Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington says the operation aimed to stop Tehran from planting mines in the strategic shipping lane. Iran then reiterated that it had attacked two US bases in Jordan.

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Israel and Greece sign $3.4bn defence deal in Tel Aviv after three years of talksWorld1:12

Israel and Greece have signed a $3.4bn defence agreement in Tel Aviv after three years of negotiations. Greece is purchasing Israel’s Spyder, Barak and David’s Sling systems to intercept drones, aircraft and cruise missiles as the war in Ukraine reshapes engagement rules across Europe.

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Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 1 dead and about 15 missingWorld

Deadly flash floods struck Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park over the weekend. Park officials said the body of a 46-year-old man was found near Crystal Rapids along the Colorado River, while about 15 people may be missing after nearly all footbridges across Bright Angel Creek were destroyed. More rain is expected Monday.

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Nepal races to find missing as flood-hit area remains largely inaccessibleWorld

Nepalese rescuers are racing to locate more than 4,000 people missing after flash floods devastated the country's north on August 26. Teams are also trying to save hundreds believed trapped inside a blocked hydropower project, while authorities have begun burying unclaimed bodies.

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Helicopters and boats rescue passengers from capsized ferry off northern CyprusWorld

A ferry carrying about 270 passengers and crew capsized off Cyprus. Passing vessels and coastguard teams used boats and helicopters to bring survivors ashore. At least eight people have died and nearly 20 remain missing, while divers and search teams look for more survivors in deep water and check whether anyone is trapped aboard.

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Hikers airlifted from Grand Canyon after flash floodsWorld

About 50 hikers were safely airlifted from the flash-flood-affected area, according to local media reports. Several trails were closed as a safety precaution.

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Iran attacks US bases in Jordan after strikes on Larak IslandWorld

Iranian state media report that Tehran launched missiles at two US bases in Jordan in retaliation for US strikes on Larak Island. Former US diplomat William Lawrence joins from Washington, DC, to provide analysis.

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US forces strike two Iranian rocket launchers on Larak IslandWorld

A US official said American forces struck two rocket launchers on Iran’s Larak Island on Sunday, marking the first known US attack on Iran since late July. Giorgio Cafiero, CEO of Gulf State Analytics, provided analysis of the strike.

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