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Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez
Cristiano Ronaldo married model and influencer Georgina Rodríguez in a civil ceremony in Portugal on 11 August. The couple have been together for a decade and share two children.
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon wins confidence vote, surviving second challenge to leadership
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon survives a second leadership confidence vote in four months, 87 days before the country’s general election, retaining caucus support.
Six killed in Houthi attack on Bab al-Mandeb ship, Yemen’s government says
At least six people were killed when Houthi rebels attacked an Egyptian-owned cargo vessel in the Bab al-Mandeb strait, Yemen’s government reported, marking the first shipping deaths linked to the group since February 28.
Israel deliberately starting wildfires in southern Lebanon, firefighters say
Israeli military forces have been accused by Lebanese firefighters of deliberately igniting wildfires in southern Lebanon through bombing campaigns and drone operations since a ceasefire in June.
Mass evacuations in Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin brings more torrential rain to China
Thousands of people have been evacuated from Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin’s remnants bring torrential rain to northern and central China, with forecasters warning of over 150mm rainfall in 24 hours.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine has sent proposals to US to end war with Russia
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy announced that Kyiv has submitted new proposals to the United States aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia, as US negotiators prepare potential visits to both countries.
Why have several nations raised red flags over Indian farm exports?
Japan, China, and other nations have suspended or restricted Indian agricultural exports citing quality and safety concerns, exposing gaps between India’s production capacity and the stringent traceability and certification standards demanded by premium global markets.
Lake Kariba tragedy: At least 15 die as Zimbabwe boat sinks with dozens on board
At least 15 people died after a boat capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe on Tuesday, with authorities reporting the vessel may have been overloaded and rescue operations ongoing.
Israeli government accused of complicity as settlers demolish Jericho homes
Israeli settlers have demolished Palestinian homes in Jericho’s Ein al-Duyuk area under military escort, with authorities accused of circumventing court orders by deputizing settlers to carry out demolitions.
US jury in Luigi Mangione murder trial to remain anonymous
A New York judge ruled that jurors in Luigi Mangione’s murder trial over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson will remain anonymous, with jury selection expected to begin on September 8.
Brazil’s Supreme Court to weigh cases that could weaken Amazon protections
Brazil’s Supreme Court will hear cases on Wednesday that could significantly reshape Amazon rainforest protections, following Congressional vetoes of environmental measures backed by President Lula.
Rights groups launch new legal challenge to Trump campaign against ICC
Four major human rights organizations filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration’s sanctions campaign targeting the International Criminal Court, arguing the measures violate constitutional rights of US citizens and groups.
Venezuela and Israel restore consular ties as relations warm
Venezuela and Israel have agreed to restore consular relations following Israeli humanitarian assistance after earthquakes devastated the South American nation, marking a significant diplomatic shift.
UNESCO says 2.4 million Afghan girls denied access to further education
UNESCO reports 2.4 million Afghan girls are barred from secondary school, with the figure rising by 200,000 since the prior year, as the Taliban maintains restrictions on female education.
Truck crash in Egypt kills 18, many of them child labourers
At least 18 people, many of them children, died when a pick-up truck carrying agricultural laborers crashed in Egypt’s Ismailia governorate on Tuesday.
Flood death toll in India’s Assam reaches 100 as thousands lose their homes
Flooding in India’s Assam state has killed at least 100 people and displaced over 700,000 residents, with major rivers remaining dangerously swollen following heavy monsoon rains.
Firefighters spend second night battling ‘devastating’ New Forest blaze
Firefighters battle a major blaze in England’s New Forest that started when a van caught fire on a highway, threatening rare heathland and protected species across approximately one square kilometer.
US intelligence ‘believes Russia was behind Leipzig airport drone bomb’
US intelligence believes Russia was responsible for a drone attack on a German airport, though Berlin has not formally accused Moscow as political sensitivities complicate the response.
Despite Mideast wars, 20 million gather in Iraq for Shia pilgrimage
Approximately 20 million pilgrims gathered in Karbala for the Arbaeen commemoration, with many connecting the ancient historical event to contemporary Middle Eastern conflicts and recent geopolitical developments.
Police use teargas on young Indians as government jobs protest escalates
Thousands of young job-seekers clashed with police in Jharkhand during a protest over alleged irregularities in government recruitment examinations, with officers deploying teargas and water cannons.
Flip-flopping Netanyahu rejects Gaza plan but cannot placate all his allies
Israeli PM Netanyahu publicly rejected a US-backed Gaza plan while reportedly negotiating its details with military officials days earlier, struggling to balance demands from far-right coalition allies and the Trump administration.
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