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    Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo are confronting an Ebola outbreak that has now surpassed 900 suspected cases. The mounting toll has put regional and global health authorities on alert, with reports highlighting the risk of wider spread and the challenges of containment in affected areas. Observers are watching closely for updates on confirmed cases, deaths and the response effort.

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    US-Iran tensions escalate after ceasefire proposal rejected●🔴 BREAKING US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Iran Prepares for 'Doomsday War' Amid Rejected Ceasefire Tensions between the US aMmastodonWorldDiplomacy34 min ago

    Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified after Washington rejected Tehran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire. Reports claim Iran is preparing for what is being described as a 'Doomsday War' scenario, raising fears of a wider conflict in the region. The development has drawn attention as diplomatic efforts appear to be stalling and both sides signal harder positions.

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    German international broadcaster DW reports that Russia is expected to step up hybrid warfare against Europe, a term covering sabotage, disinformation, cyberattacks and other deniable pressure tactics short of open conflict. The report adds to growing warnings from European governments and security services about Russian covert activity targeting infrastructure, elections and public opinion across the continent, as the war in Ukraine continues to strain relations between Moscow and the West.

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    Suspected terror attack thwarted near U.S. air base in UK●Suspected terror attack thwarted near U.S. air base in U.K.✉newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    British authorities say they have thwarted a suspected terror attack near a U.S. air base in the United Kingdom. Details about the suspects, the plot, and the base involved have not yet been made public, and no casualties have been reported. The story is drawing wide international attention as one of the day's most-read items.

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    Waltz says Iran demanded upfront sanctions relief in rejected deal▼Waltz says Iran wanted sanctions relief up front in rejected deal; Tehran pushes back✉newsWorldUnited Nations3 min ago

    Mike Waltz says Iran's proposed deal required sanctions relief to be delivered upfront before any concessions from the US, and that the offer was rejected. Iranian officials have pushed back on his characterization of the negotiations. The disagreement highlights the ongoing standoff over the terms of any future nuclear agreement between the two countries.

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    Waltz says Iranians demanded concessions up front before Trump rejected ceasefire▼Waltz says Iranians asked for ‘everything up front’ before Trump rejected ceasefire✉newsWorldUnited Nations3 min ago

    Mike Waltz said Iranian negotiators asked for 'everything up front' in talks before President Trump rejected a proposed ceasefire. The comment sheds light on why negotiations over halting hostilities fell apart, with the US arguing the Iranian terms amounted to demanding concessions before any agreement in return. The remarks are fueling debate over whether diplomacy was given a genuine chance.

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    El Niño projected to cause 450,000 deaths in six months●El Niño projected to cause 450k deaths in next six monthsYhnEnvironment1147 min ago

    The Guardian reports projections that the current El Niño pattern could be linked to around 450,000 additional deaths over the next six months. The figure points to the severe public health consequences of the climate phenomenon, which drives droughts, floods and food insecurity across many regions. The report is drawing attention to the human cost of extreme climate events.

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    UK Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near US Base▼U.K. Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near Base Used by U.S. Forces✉newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    British police are investigating an alleged terrorist plot discovered near a military base used by American forces in the United Kingdom. Details of the plot, including the number of suspects involved and the intended target, have not been disclosed as inquiries continue. The case is drawing attention given the site's connection to US military personnel stationed in Britain.

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    Israel releases footage of strike killing captor of Noa Argamani▼Watch: Israel releases footage of strike killing terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani✉newsBusinessLabor1 h ago

    Israel's military has published footage of an airstrike that killed the militant responsible for abducting Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023 attack. Argamani, one of the most recognized hostages of the war, was rescued alive in June 2024. The release of the strike footage is drawing attention as the Gaza conflict and the fate of hostages remain central to public debate.

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    British authorities have thwarted a suspected terror attack near a U.S. air base in the United Kingdom, according to NBC News. Details about suspects, motives, or the specific base have not yet been released, but the story is drawing wide attention as one of the leading news items globally.

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    Iran Rejects Ceasefire, Prepares for 'Doomsday War'●🟠 UPDATE US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Iran Prepares for 'Doomsday War' Amid Rejected Ceasefire Iran's Revolutionary GuardsMmastodonWorldDefense31 h ago

    Tensions between the United States and Iran are escalating, with Iran's Revolutionary Guards reportedly seizing an American submarine drone in the Strait of Hormuz. The development comes amid a rejected ceasefire proposal, and reports that Iran is preparing for what officials have called a 'Doomsday War'. The seizure of the underwater drone adds a new flashpoint to the ongoing Middle East conflict, raising concerns about direct US-Iran confrontation.

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    US Diplomat Says Trump Rejected Iran Truce Plan Over 'No Confidence'●'No Confidence': US Diplomat Tells Why Trump Rejected Iran's New Truce Plan✉newsWorld2 h ago

    A US diplomat says President Donald Trump turned down Iran's proposed new truce plan, citing a lack of confidence in Tehran's commitments. The reported rejection adds fresh tension to diplomacy between Washington and Iran, and the remarks are drawing attention as observers weigh what the collapse of the proposal means for future negotiations and regional stability.

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    UK Arrests Five Over Suspected Terror Plot Near US Air Base▼U.K. Arrests Five in Suspected Terrorist Plot Near Air Base Used by U.S.✉newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack near an air base in the UK that is used by US forces. The arrests, reported by the Wall Street Journal, come amid heightened security concerns around American military installations in Britain. Details about the suspects and the alleged plot have not yet been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.

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    US Diplomat Reveals Why Trump Rejected Iran's Truce Plan●US Diplomat Reveals Why Trump Rejected Iran's New Truce Plan✉newsWorld9 min ago

    A US diplomat has explained the reasoning behind President Donald Trump's decision to turn down Iran's latest ceasefire proposal, according to NDTV. The rejection points to continued friction between Washington and Tehran over the terms of any truce. Details of the diplomat's account and the specific objections to the plan were not included in the available material.

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    Diphtheria Outbreak Kills 31 in Nigeria as Cases Near 500▼Diphtheria Outbreak Claims 31 Lives In Nigeria As Suspected Cases Near 500✉newsHealthPandemics36 min ago

    Nigeria is grappling with a diphtheria outbreak that has killed 31 people, with suspected cases approaching 500. Health authorities are working to contain the spread of the bacterial infection, which is preventable by routine vaccination. The outbreak has drawn attention to gaps in immunisation coverage and the strain on Nigeria's public health response.

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    What we know about the RAF Fairford suspected bomb plot●SUMMARY: What we know so far about the RAF Fairford suspected bomb plot - A farmer driving home in the early hours found𝕏xGBWarTerrorism7.7K36 min ago

    A suspected bomb plot near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire is under scrutiny after a farmer driving home in the early hours reported three unoccupied white vans blocking a village road. She said she found the scene suspicious, turned around, and then saw a group of men nearby. Details remain limited, with authorities said to be investigating the incident, and no confirmed arrests or charges reported so far.

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    Authorities say they have thwarted a suspected terror attack planned near a U.S. military base in the United Kingdom. Details about suspects, targets, and how the plot was discovered have not been released. The report is drawing attention because of the involvement of an American installation on British soil and ongoing security concerns around military sites in Europe.

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    US immigration officers told to halt arrests of non-criminal immigrants▼US immigration officers instructed to halt arrests of non-criminal immigrants: Report✉newsWorldImmigration1 h ago

    US immigration officers have reportedly been instructed to stop arresting immigrants who have no criminal record. According to a report picked up by multiple international outlets, the directive marks a shift in enforcement priorities, focusing resources on immigrants with criminal histories rather than non-criminal ones. The news has drawn attention as it suggests a change in how US authorities are carrying out immigration arrests day to day.

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    ECB raises interest rates by 25 basis points▼ECB hikes by 25 basis points, as expected✉newsBusinessBanking6 h ago

    The European Central Bank has raised its key interest rates by 25 basis points, in line with widespread expectations from economists and markets. The decision keeps the bank's campaign against elevated inflation moving forward, and analysts are now watching for signals on whether further tightening will follow at upcoming meetings.

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    Counter-terror police probe Iran link to RAF base bomb plot▼Counter-terror police investigate Iran link to suspected RAF base bomb plot✉newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    Counter-terror police in the UK are investigating a suspected Iranian link to an alleged plot to bomb an RAF base. The inquiry is at an early stage and few details have been released about the suspects or the specific target. The case has drawn attention amid already strained relations between the UK and Iran.

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    Oil Climbs, Stock Futures Slip as Iran Offer Rejected▼Oil Up, Stock Futures Slip as Iran Offer Rejected: Markets Wrap✉newsBusinessMarkets2 h ago

    Oil prices rose and stock futures slipped after Iran's offer was rejected, according to a Bloomberg markets wrap. The rejection adds fresh uncertainty to energy markets, pushing crude higher, while equity investors turned cautious on the prospect of prolonged tensions. Traders are watching for further diplomatic and geopolitical developments that could affect supply expectations.

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    EU's Kaja Kallas to visit Damascus on Syria normalisation push▼European Union, Syria EU's Kaja Kallas expected in Damascus to pursue Syria's normalisation✉newsWorldEU Politics6 min ago

    European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is expected to travel to Damascus as the EU works toward normalising relations with Syria. The visit would mark a significant step in re-engagement with the Syrian government, with discussions expected to focus on diplomatic ties and cooperation, as the bloc reassesses its approach following major political changes in the country.

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    India's 30 kW laser anti-drone weapon heads to production●INDIA’S LASER SHIELD AGAINST DRONE SWARMS ADVANCES TO MASS PRODUCTION! DRDO’s 30 kW truck-mounted Directed Energy Weapon𝕏xINWorldDefense2.5K1 h ago

    India's Defence Research and Development Organisation is moving its 30 kW truck-mounted directed energy weapon toward a first production model, expected within a year, after successful 2025 trials by its CHESS laboratory. The system is designed to destroy drone swarms and fixed-wing UAVs with high-energy lasers, and reports say it is advancing to mass production.

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    Why has Trump rejected Iran's peace proposal?▼Why has Trump rejected Iran’s peace proposal?✉newsWar1 h ago

    Reports say Donald Trump has turned down a peace proposal put forward by Iran, keeping tensions between Washington and Tehran in the spotlight. The rejection raises questions about the terms Iran offered and what it means for negotiations over the ongoing standoff, with observers debating whether diplomacy can still prevent further escalation between the two countries.

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    Men arrested over suspected terror plot near UK air base●⚡ NEWS Suspected Terror Attack Thwarted Near U.S. Air Base in U.K. British police arrested several men on suspicion of tMmastodonWorldDefense31 h ago

    British police have arrested several men on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offenses near a UK air base used by the U.S. Air Force for strikes on Iran. Homes nearby were evacuated while authorities investigated the suspected plot. The arrests come amid heightened security concerns around US military sites in Britain following American strikes on Iranian facilities.

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    Trump Says 'We Got Them' After Foiled UK Airbase Terror Plot▼Trump Says ‘We Got Them’ After Suspected Terror Plot Foiled at UK Airbase✉newsWorldDefense2 h ago

    Donald Trump declared 'we got them' after authorities foiled a suspected terror plot targeting a UK airbase. The remarks suggest US involvement or intelligence sharing in the operation, though details about the suspects and the intended target remain limited. The statement is drawing attention given the cross-border nature of the case and its implications for UK-US security cooperation.

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    Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality proposal▼Swiss voters rejected a proposal to adopt a more restrictive form of neutrality that would have blocked their country frMmastodonWorld46 min ago

    Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to adopt a more restrictive form of neutrality. The measure would have prevented Switzerland from imposing economic sanctions on other countries and blocked cooperation with NATO. The result keeps open the country's current approach, which allows sanctions and security partnerships while maintaining military non-alignment.

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    US stands alone in ideological objections to pandemic agreement wording●While the US was not the only nation to object to some of the wording, it was the only one who objected on ideological rMmastodonHealthPandemics736 min ago

    Negotiations over a pandemic accord have drawn objections from several countries over specific wording, but commentators note the United States was the only nation to raise objections on ideological rather than intellectual property grounds. The remark, linking to New York Times coverage, highlights how the US position on the international pandemic agreement diverged from other holdouts.

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    Trump rejects Iran peace proposal and threatens new strikes●🔴 BREAKING Trump Rejects Iran Peace Proposal and Threatens Strikes US President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected a pMmastodonWorldDiplomacy34 min ago

    US President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected a peace proposal put forward by Iran and threatened to resume military strikes against the country, in what would mark a significant escalation of tensions between Washington and Tehran. The development is drawing wide attention as observers assess the risk of renewed conflict and what it means for diplomacy in the region.

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    Companies reminded of human rights duties over Israel-Palestine conflict●« … reminder to companies that they have human rights responsibilities, and are expected to conduct due diligence to ensMmastodonWorldUnited Nations151 h ago

    Commentators are stressing that companies carry human rights responsibilities and must conduct due diligence to avoid complicity in human rights violations or abuses, in the context of the Israel-Palestine conflict and calls for a ceasefire. The message frames corporate conduct during the war as a matter of international human rights standards, prompting discussion about business accountability and whether firms are adequately assessing their involvement in the region.

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    Suspected bomb plot thwarted near RAF Fairford●🟠 UPDATE Suspected Terror Attack Thwarted Near U.S. Air Base in U.K. The Telegraph reports an 'Iran link' to the bomb plMmastodonWorldDefense31 h ago

    UK authorities say they thwarted a suspected terror attack near RAF Fairford, a base used by US forces in Gloucestershire. The Telegraph reports an alleged Iranian link to the bomb plot, suggesting a connection between the suspects and Iran. Details about arrests and the suspected target remain limited as the investigation continues.

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    California braces for flooding and landslides as super El Niño looms●“ After years of erosion, California is bracing for flooding and landslides ahead of this year’s expected super El Niño,MmastodonEnvironmentClimate546 min ago

    California is preparing for flooding and landslides as forecasters expect a strong El Niño this year, a warming of equatorial Pacific waters that disrupts weather worldwide. After years of coastal erosion — with Pacifica, south of San Francisco, already hit — officials warn the storms the pattern typically brings could prove especially damaging to weakened coastlines and hillsides.

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    RBA widely expected to lift rates 25 basis points in September●RBA preview September: 25 bps widely expected as inflation risks grow✉newsBusinessBanking1 h ago

    Markets and analysts widely expect the Reserve Bank of Australia to raise interest rates by 25 basis points at its September meeting, according to a Yahoo Finance Australia preview. Attention is focused on growing inflation risks, with the outcome seen as a key signal for Australian borrowers, mortgages and the broader economy.

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    British police arrest five men in bomb plot near US-used base▼British police arrest five men in suspected terrorist bomb plot near military base used by U.S.✉newsWorldDefense6 h ago

    British police have arrested five men on suspicion of plotting a terrorist bomb attack near a military base used by American forces. The suspects were detained as investigators work to establish the scope of the alleged plot and any possible links. The arrests have drawn attention given the site's connection to US personnel stationed in Britain.

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    UK Police Arrest Five Over Suspected Plot Near US Bomber Base●UK Police Foil Suspected Terror Plot Near US Bomber Base Gloucestershire Constabulary sprang into action early Sunday, dMmastodonWarTerrorism21 h ago

    Gloucestershire Constabulary declared a major incident early Sunday and arrested five people after stopping three suspicious vehicles heading towards RAF Fairford, a US bomber base in England. The force said it foiled a suspected terror plot, and the arrests near a strategic American airfield have drawn widespread attention amid heightened security concerns.

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    PBOC expected to set yuan midpoint at 6.7085▼PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7085 – Reuters estimate✉newsBusinessBanking1 h ago

    China's central bank is expected to set the US dollar/yuan daily reference rate at 6.7085, according to a Reuters estimate. The daily midpoint fixing from the People's Bank of China is closely watched by currency traders as a signal of official policy toward the renminbi, and any deviation from expectations can move Asian currency and equity markets.

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    A farmer's tip-off reportedly helped thwart a suspected terrorist plot targeting RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. The airbase, a key NATO facility regularly used by US forces, was said to be the target. Authorities have not confirmed details, but the story is spreading quickly, with many praising the farmer's vigilance and awaiting official statements from police and the Ministry of Defence.

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    Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules in referendum▼Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules that would have curbed Nato cooperation✉newsWorld4 h ago

    Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to enshrine stricter neutrality rules in law, a move that would have limited cooperation with Nato. The result keeps open the possibility of closer security ties with Western allies, including joint military exercises and arms deals with neighbouring countries. Supporters of the measure had argued stricter neutrality would preserve Switzerland's traditional role, while opponents warned it would weaken the country's security at a time of war in Europe.

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    RBA expected to raise cash rate to 4.6%●RBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sepMmastodonBusinessFinance45 h ago

    The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to lift the cash rate to 4.6%, which would make it the highest level since 2011. The anticipated hike points to continued efforts to curb inflation, and would add to cost-of-living pressures for Australian households and businesses with mortgages and loans.

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    Kobayashi Pharmaceutical weighs buyout offer worth over ¥500 billion●Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the firm that was at the center of a supplement contamination scandal involving suspected deatMmastodonBusinessMarkets41 h ago

    Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the Japanese company at the center of a supplement contamination scandal involving suspected deaths, is reportedly considering a buyout offer valued at more than ¥500 billion. The potential deal comes as the firm continues to face fallout from the scandal, which damaged consumer trust and hit its business hard. Market watchers are closely following how the offer could reshape the company's future.