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Israeli attacks on Gaza kill at least five, including children, despite ceasefireWorld

Health officials say at least five Palestinians, including children, were killed and eight injured in separate incidents across Gaza. More than 10 Israeli drones struck areas of Gaza City, killing three people. Israel’s army said the strikes targeted threats to its soldiers, as violence continued despite the ceasefire in place since October 2025.

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Chicago police face staffing crisis after deadly weekend shootingsSociety

Former Chicago PD chief of detectives Eugene Roy weighs in on weekend gun violence in Chicago, discussing Mayor Brandon Johnson’s policies and a reported staffing shortage. He also responds to a stabbing in New York City’s Times Square.

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Liberals sweep three federal byelections in Ontario, Quebec and B.C.Politics

The Liberal Party won all three federal byelections held on Aug. 31 in Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia. The results ensure the Liberals retain their majority government before six more byelections expected in the coming months.

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After floods, Nepal works to bury hundreds of washed-up unidentified bodiesWorld

Nepal is burying dozens of bodies in several trenches after its disaster agency counted 1,003 deaths and 3,916 missing people, including 583 foreign nationals. China’s latest update reported 16 deaths and 546 missing, including 261 foreigners. Search crews worked through unstable ground and debris piles under difficult conditions.

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Videos show youth football coaches brawling and fans assaulting players midgameSports

A viral video shows two youth football coaches near Pittsburgh physically fighting on the field during a game, while another clip captures a parent from an opposing team tripping a player midgame. The incidents have prompted concerns about player safety and the rules governing youth sports.

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Ghana cocoa farmers reject new 'punitive' land conversion lawEconomy

Ghanaian cocoa farmers are intensifying opposition to a law that bars them from using their land for other purposes without permission. President Mahama says backing local processing is crucial to economic growth, while cocoa chiefs argue the changes still leave the sector tied to an outdated colonial model.

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Football Fandom: Who owns your loyalty?Sports

A Doha Debates episode examines how money is reshaping football. Host Imran Garda joins Kely Nascimento, David Goldblatt and Shireen Ahmed to debate the benefits and drawbacks of the sport’s commercial turn, the place of fans and whether football remains the people’s game.

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Nepal rescuers navigate mud-swamped tunnels for hundreds of missing workersWorld

Nepal’s deadly floods on the Tibet border have killed more than 1,000 people and left nearly 4,000 missing since August 26. Six days later, rescuers are searching hydropower tunnels along the Trishuli River for about 900 missing workers; authorities believe roughly 500 may be trapped underground.

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New generation to take on Presidential Fitness TestSociety

President Trump has reinstated the Presidential Fitness Test, which was phased out in 2013. A new generation of children is expected to complete the various physical assessments this year, with pediatrician Dr. Amanda Kravitz providing insight.

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From sexual violence to mobile phones, what’s changing for French pupils?Society

Millions of French students return to school this week for what will be Emmanuel Macron’s final school year as president. Camille Knight examines new rules in the French education system, including phone bans, exam schedules and measures concerning sexual violence, and why they are being introduced.

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Türkiye signs Artemis Accords at NASA headquarters in WashingtonScience

Türkiye has signed the Artemis Accords at NASA headquarters in Washington, deepening its international space cooperation and seeking a larger role in future exploration. The move strengthens ties with NASA as Ankara develops its own lunar ambitions, with Nebex CEO Tejpaul Bhatia commenting on the development.

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Liberals sweep all three federal byelectionsPolitics

The Liberals won all three Canadian federal byelections held Monday night, adding a seat to the governing majority and reclaiming one previously held by the Conservatives since 2018. The Conservatives finished poorly across the races, most notably placing a distant third in Chicoutimi-Le Fjord.

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Jury convicts former gang member of rapper Tupac Shakur’s murderCulture

A 12-member jury convicted former gangster Duane “Keffe D” Davis of murdering Tupac Shakur in Nevada’s Clark County court. Prosecutors do not believe the 63-year-old fired the fatal shots, but he is the sole survivor of those in the car. Nevada law allows people who assist a murder to be convicted of the crime.

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Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll resignsPolitics

Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll said he would resign amid reported tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. His departure follows the exits of other senior military leaders over the past several months.

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European countries fiercely criticise Russia’s G20 invitationPolitics

Finance ministers and central bank governors from the G20’s major economies are meeting for two days in Asheville, North Carolina. With Washington holding the rotating presidency, the United States is seeking support for greater economic pressure on Iran and measures to boost growth, but Russia’s unexpected presence has drawn fierce criticism from European countries.

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DR Congo opposition rejects president’s dialogue offer and calls for demonstrationPolitics

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is struggling to manage Ebola while juggling several security crises, including efforts to untangle a peace deal with M23 rebels. President Felix Tshisekedi proposed convening a national dialogue, but opposition parties called it a smokescreen for an attempted power grab and urged demonstrations.

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Iran says it will uphold June deal if US meets commitmentsWorld

After the first exchange of strikes in a month, Washington is threatening a forceful attack on Iran. Tehran says it is prepared to return to the MoU if the United States fulfils its commitments. The agreement did not secure lasting peace, but it ended the heaviest fighting.

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LIVE: UK Prime Minister Burnham’s first speech in ParliamentPolitics

Andy Burnham is delivering his first speech to the House of Commons as Britain’s prime minister after Parliament returns from recess. The address follows ministerial questions for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Nigel Farage’s swearing-in as MP for Clacton.

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Ukraine seeks stronger support as EU defence ministers meet in DublinWorld

EU defence ministers are discussing how to strengthen Ukraine’s air defences in Dublin as concern grows over Russia’s efforts to destabilise Kyiv’s European backers. Moscow is intensifying attacks while Ukraine’s supply of US-built air-defence missiles runs low, and ministers are expected to address Russia’s hybrid war against European allies.

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