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Animated map shows spread of illegal Israeli settlements across Palestine
An animated map traces the expansion of Israeli settlements across Palestinian territories in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, now housing approximately 750,000 Israelis across 163 illegal communities.
US Kennedy Center faces bankruptcy, Washington Post reports
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts faces potential bankruptcy and possible closure as early as Tuesday, with its Trump-led board considering renaming the venue to secure funding and avert financial collapse.
Why Bangladesh has lost 1,000 lives to measles despite record vaccine drive
Bangladesh faces a measles epidemic that has killed over 1,000 people since March despite vaccinating nearly 20 million children in an emergency campaign launched in April.
Yemen gov’t forces advance in Taiz as Houthis claim attack on Saudi Arabia
Yemen’s government forces advanced in Taiz province against Houthis with air support, while the Houthis claimed attacking Saudi Arabia with dozens of missiles and drones targeting military facilities.
At least one dead, 25 missing after boat carrying migrants sinks off Greece
A migrant boat sank off a Greek island near Crete, leaving one person dead and 25 missing, while 51 others were rescued by nearby vessels.
Afghan woman deported from US in first use of ‘alien terrorist’ court
An Afghan woman with US permanent residency was deported after proceedings in a secretive terrorism court established in 1996 but never previously used, marking the first-ever case heard before the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.
Critics celebrate Céline Dion’s ‘risky’ comeback show in Paris
Céline Dion returned to performing in Paris after a six-year hiatus due to stiff person syndrome, delivering an emotionally charged opening show that critics praised as a remarkable comeback.
Who are the 514 people accused of starting French wildfires and what motivates them?
French authorities arrested 514 people this summer for suspected wildfire arson, including 198 minors, as blazes consumed a record 115,000 hectares across the country.
Ukraine drone strikes kill four as Russia attacks close to Poland border
Russia launched 863 drones at Ukraine overnight as both sides continue attacks; four civilians were killed and over 20 wounded in the latest strikes near the Polish border.
About 1,400 Yemenis flee to Djibouti within 24 hours
Approximately 1,400 people fled Yemen to Djibouti within 24 hours, according to the country’s economy minister, as Houthi forces expand control over the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
Voting under way in Sweden election that could see far right in government
Swedish voters are casting ballots in a closely contested election that could result in the far-right Sweden Democrats entering government for the first time or enable the centre-left opposition to regain power.
Niger military government reshuffles army command weeks after deadly mutiny
Niger’s military government has reorganized its top armed forces leadership following a failed mutiny late last month, appointing General Mamane Sani Kiaou as the new chief of the armed forces.
Tasia Fortune: Arrest made over the death of black woman found hanged from tree
Police in Mississippi arrested a man in connection with the death of Tasia Fortune, a black woman found hanged from a tree in Jackson in August, with authorities indicating additional arrests may follow.
France lifts alcohol content limit on champagne after record heatwaves
French champagne producers received approval to temporarily increase alcohol content to 15% following this summer’s record heatwave, which produced grapes with unusually high sugar levels.
‘Divine triumph’: Iran celebrates Houthis’ capture of Yemen’s Red Sea coast
Iran’s leadership has celebrated the Houthis’ capture of Yemen’s Red Sea coast this week, viewing the development as strengthening Tehran’s position against the United States in their ongoing conflict.
At least seven killed in fire at prison in northern Syria
A fire at a prison in northern Syria killed at least seven inmates during a riot, with dozens more injured. The blaze occurred amid tensions over a former Kurdish fighter’s death and planned prisoner transfers.
Number of UK anti-migrant vigilante groups surges in last 18 months
At least 28 anti-migrant vigilante groups have emerged in the UK over the last 18 months, conducting unauthorized patrols and blocking ports amid concerns over public disorder.
Donald Trump says he would ‘love’ to see united Ireland
US President Donald Trump said during a visit to Ireland that he would ‘love’ to see a united Ireland, prompting swift rebuttal from UK and Northern Ireland unionist leaders.
Iraq probes drone strikes on Saudi Arabia, shuts three crossings to Iran
Iraq closed three border crossings with Iran while investigating drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline that were launched from Iraqi territory.
Bahrain says it will not participate in Iran’s proposed Hormuz meeting
Bahrain will not attend a proposed meeting in Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping, citing security concerns and refusing to participate before restoring diplomatic ties with Iran.
US court blocks Trump administration plan to cut disaster agency workforce
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration unlawfully ordered workforce cuts at FEMA, finding the Department of Homeland Security exceeded its authority in restricting the disaster agency’s ability to manage personnel.
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