Health

2026-08-16 18:01:37.713219

Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Kill 11, Health Officials Say

The Israeli military said in a statement that the Ansar attacks targeted Hezbollah infrastructure. The Israeli military claimed the attacks were carried out in response to what it described as an action by Hezbollah against Israeli soldiers at the Ali al-Taher Ridge. Israel has also continued to conduct air strikes and other military operations inside Lebanon since the agreement was signed.

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Politics

2026-08-16 18:02:12.650070

Could El-Sayed Cost Democrats Michigan?

Hasan Piker has drawn scrutiny for a long list of controversial remarks, especially as he acts as a surrogate for Abdul El-Sayed and other progressive candidates. Piker told Schiff to "suck my entire d---" while bashing the senator for hosting a fundraiser hosted by Raytheon, a prominent U.S. defense contractor. A Democratic commentator fired back at Piker's comment, asking "How is it a joke?"

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2026-08-16 18:02:38.588680

Trump threatens to declare strait of Hormuz ‘territory of the United States’

The Strait is a crucial oil and gas transit chokepoint that connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. The US effectively closed the passage following the outbreak of the Iran war in late February. Under the terms of the provisional deal, Iran had been required to reopen the waterway and reaffirm that it "shall not procure or develop nuclear weapons"

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2026-08-16 18:02:47.320186

With Trump’s Hamas Deal in Peril, Kushner Set to Visit Israel for Gaza Talks

Kushner was one of a trio of envoys meeting with al-Hayya, with officials from mediating countries Egypt, Qatar and Turkey also attending. Kushner’s meeting with the Hamas leader aimed at ensuring the militant group's commitment to the road map, particularly disarmament, before his meeting with Netanyahu.

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2026-08-16 18:03:28.194381

Democrats Make South Carolina the First Contest in 2028 Presidential Primary Calendar

"This is about our approach to winning back the presidency," he says. "It's about the kind of Democratic Party we want to be" The new calendar will be rolled out over the next few months. It will be followed by a series of events that will determine the outcome of the election.

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2026-08-16 18:03:43.063342

As China Pushes to Expand in Asia, Trump Focuses on Iran

The U.S. is looking for new ways to put pressure on Iran. New sanctions could come as early as next week. The U.N. Security Council is expected to vote on new sanctions this week. Iran has been accused of trying to use its nuclear program as a political tool.

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World

2026-08-16 18:00:17.898127

Ukrainian drone attack on Russia kills at least six, says Moscow

Russia fired more than 1,550 attack drones, nearly 1,560 guided aerial bombs and 62 missiles at Ukraine over the last week. Ukraine's air force said Russian forces launched several missiles and 106 drones into the country in its latest barrage, of which three missiles and 85 drones were shot down or otherwise suppressed.

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2026-08-16 18:00:27.037155

Thousands displaced by deadly Indonesia earthquake as rescue efforts continue

Rescuers dig through rubble and landslides after Indonesia quake kills 51. Rescue teams in eastern Indonesia have recovered four more bodies. An archipelago of more than 17,000 islands, Indonesia is prone to seismic activity. The earthquake in Indonesia follows large-scale disasters in Venezuela and Colombia.

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2026-08-16 18:00:39.254289

Lala weakens to tropical storm as it lashes Hawaii with heavy wind and rain

After impacting the Big Island and Maui, "damaging winds are expected to spread westward to Oahu and Kauai later this evening and Sunday," the weather service noted in an update shortly before noon local time. Heavy rain associated with the tropical storm has spread across Maui County into Oahu this morning.

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2026-08-16 18:00:50.769258

Twelve killed as Polish bus veers off Hungarian motorway

Eleven people were declared dead at the scene and another person died in hospital. The bus was carrying a group of pilgrims from Poland's south-eastern Podkarpackie region. The pilgrims were returning from a pilgrimage to a Catholic shrine in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Reports said 14 ambulances had been deployed to the scene.

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2026-08-16 18:01:00.560780

Greek wildfire kills two people as aircraft deployed to blaze at Belgian nature reserve

Firefighters battle massive wildfires in Belgium and Greece as 2 die on an island near Athens. Hot and dry conditions fueled fires across parts of Europe. “These conditions enabled the fire to quickly reach d’Orleans,” the Greek government said. A massive blaze is scorching a nature reserve in eastern Belgium.

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2026-08-16 18:01:11.489326

Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina stolen from Sicilian museum

Thieves stole four works attributed to Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina. The works were taken from the regional museum in the city of Messina in Sicily. Crowds gathered across town for the traditional Assumption holiday celebrations. The thefts took place during the Italian Ferragosto holiday.

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2026-08-16 18:01:27.237801

Teenager arrested in Virginia State University shooting that injured five

Canada's Zip Code is Canadian. U.S. State is American. US Virgin Islands is American Samoa. Canada's military service is United States of America. Canada is a member of the United Nations. Canada has one of the highest levels of military service in the world, with more than 1,000 service members.

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2026-08-16 18:01:46.930724

US aircraft carrier on way to relieve USS Lincoln after issues reported aboard

The U.S. is looking for new ways to put pressure on Iran. New sanctions could come as early as next week. The U.N. Security Council is expected to vote on new sanctions this week. Iran has been accused of trying to use its nuclear program as a political tool.

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2026-08-16 18:01:57.833293

World's Ugliest Dog contest crowns 2026 winner

Jinny Lu the pug takes 1st place in 2026 'World's Ugliest Dog Contest' at Sonoma County Fair. Jinny Lu is a 6-year-old pug from Ukiah. The contest is a 50-year tradition that celebrates the unique imperfections that make every dog special.

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2026-08-16 18:02:27.859765

Jason Arday, Cambridge Professor Accused of Plagiarism, Is Found Dead

Jason Arday, 41, was the youngest Black professor at the esteemed university. He resigned last week after weeks of public accusations of plagiarism and media scrutiny. Arday wrote in a statement that "the relentless accusations, speculation and public commentary have taken a profound toll on me and on those I love"

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