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Aug 30, 2026
Heavy disaster in Algeria: dozens perished in massive forest fires
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Heavy disaster in Algeria: dozens perished in massive forest fires

At least 73 people were killed in one town, including 21 members of one family. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune claimed that "criminal hands" might be behind the blazes. Search efforts for additional victims continue.

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Ankara reacts with anger: Greece is establishing a drone base in Rhodes
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Ankara reacts with anger: Greece is establishing a drone base in Rhodes

World press headlines: Many accusations against Israel have flowed from Turkey since October 7, 2023, but the new news is that Israel is plotting to use Kurdish forces in northern Syria to thwart the peace process led by President Ahmad al-Shara; in the Aegean Sea, Greece is establishing a drone base, and Israel may be involved. Globes presents a daily short review of interesting news from the...

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Storm in Italy: How an explosion outside the home of a senior journalist led to his firing
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Storm in Italy: How an explosion outside the home of a senior journalist led to his firing

The media and political system in Italy are in an uproar following the firing of Sigfrido Ranucci. He is considered one of the most respected and important journalists in the field of current affairs and investigations. Initially, it was thought to be the mafia, but his associate dropped a bombshell - and the entire country was stunned.

"Move back!": Suspect fired a flamethrower at police | Watch
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"Move back!": Suspect fired a flamethrower at police | Watch

Police officers who arrived to serve an eviction notice at an apartment in Oklahoma were caught in a trap. The tenant, who refused to leave, booby-trapped the apartment with an improvised device connected to a car battery and aimed a flamethrower at the approaching officers: "Everyone out!". The suspect was arrested and there were no injuries. Watch the footage from the police body cameras.

Mojtaba Khamenei in a message to Gulf states: "Know who the real enemy is"
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Mojtaba Khamenei in a message to Gulf states: "Know who the real enemy is"

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei urged Muslim leaders to identify their "true enemy," accusing the US and Israel of orchestrating divisions within the Islamic world.

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13 meters from the roof: The unusual flypast that is stirring the aviation world
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13 meters from the roof: The unusual flypast that is stirring the aviation world

A festive flypast intended to open the rugby match between South Africa and New Zealand became the talk of the aviation world over the weekend, after two passenger planes passed at an extremely low altitude over the DHL Stadium in Cape Town, in front of tens of thousands of spectators.

American council member funded campaign with crime money
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American council member funded campaign with crime money

A New Jersey council member admitted to involvement in an illegal gambling ring and raked in about $900,000 from the activity. A significant portion of the money was used to fund his political campaign. He is permanently barred from holding public office and faces up to 10 years in prison.

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Mamdani's New York: The puppet theater that turned into an antisemitic hate show
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Mamdani's New York: The puppet theater that turned into an antisemitic hate show

A Jewish mother living in Brooklyn took her 4-year-old son to a puppet show she thought would be family-friendly – and was horrified when it turned into an attack on Israel. The show, called "The Circus of the Cardboard Pizza Puppets," was presented as part of the International Puppet Festival in New York. According to the mother, after only 15 minutes, it shifted from humor dealing with symbols...

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Storm in the USA: Politician reveals footage of herself kissing the mayor during campaign
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Storm in the USA: Politician reveals footage of herself kissing the mayor during campaign

Elise Hoffsberg revealed the video on her own initiative to «get ahead of the leaks». The candidate, who is married, claimed it was a «friendly act between colleagues» and accused her rivals of blackmailing her to drop out of the race.

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In the 'Muslim capital' of the USA: Outrage over film screening about October 7 massacre
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In the 'Muslim capital' of the USA: Outrage over film screening about October 7 massacre

The Arab American National Museum in Dearborn, supported by hundreds of thousands of dollars in US taxpayer money, will host a screening of a film that presents the Hamas attack as a 'struggle for liberation from colonialism'. The event is scheduled just one day before the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

The Battle for Europe: Iceland Nears Decision on EU Negotiations
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The Battle for Europe: Iceland Nears Decision on EU Negotiations

The "no" camp leads with 52.5% in a historic referendum. Approximately 272,000 Icelanders were eligible to vote on the future of EU accession talks.

09:37Ynet
A weekend of mutual attacks with Turkey: "Zionism is murderous. The propaganda - like Goebbels"
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A weekend of mutual attacks with Turkey: "Zionism is murderous. The propaganda - like Goebbels"

Erdogan said that Israel is "addicted to war" and is trying to destabilize the region. The Foreign Ministry was quick to respond: "He is like the worst antisemites in history." Ankara did not remain in debt: "The international community no longer believes the lies of the Netanyahu government."

09:13Ynet
"We are decision-makers, not slaves": Conflict at the top of Slovenia over support for Israel
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"We are decision-makers, not slaves": Conflict at the top of Slovenia over support for Israel

After vetoing the condemnation of the E1 plan, Slovenian PM Janez Janša continues his pro-Israel line and has publicly spoken out against the country's president, who called for supporting the European position against the settlements. "No institution authorized under international law has determined that there is genocide," he said, and spoke out against the automatic adoption of "external...

One dead and several wounded at a rave party in Switzerland: "At first we thought it was fireworks"
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One dead and several wounded at a rave party in Switzerland: "At first we thought it was fireworks"

A shooting occurred early in the morning at a rave party at the horse racing track in the city of Aarau. Police confirmed one death and several injuries among the attendees. The area remains cordoned off as authorities conduct an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.

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"The anti-Israel part came out of nowhere": Puppet show in New York sparks outrage
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"The anti-Israel part came out of nowhere": Puppet show in New York sparks outrage

A Jewish woman from Brooklyn arrived with her 4-year-old son to a puppet show presented as a family event, but according to her, within about 15 minutes she encountered anti-Israel messages, including accusations that it is bombing hospitals in Gaza. "They had very antisemitic views," the mother claimed, "It felt like a mob - the hair on the back of your neck stands up."

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"In case he or someone else forgot": The new sign against Trump

The Premier of Ontario, Canada, Doug Ford, placed a huge sign on the shore of Lake Ontario in response to an executive order signed by US President Donald Trump to change the lake's name to "Lake America." The sign reads: "Lake Ontario, now and always."

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"If they respond, there will be a third world war": Senior Russian official threatens to attack Britain
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"If they respond, there will be a third world war": Senior Russian official threatens to attack Britain

"Britain is evil number one," said Vladimir Putin's senior advisor, threatening to attack targets in the kingdom. Although since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, Russia has already carried out various threats against countries in Europe, not all leaders of the continent feel threatened: "If someone has a crystal ball - great, but I don't see evidence that supports the fact that Russia will...

"I was wrong": Democratic candidate apologizes to Jewish community
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"I was wrong": Democratic candidate apologizes to Jewish community

Abdul El-Sayed sparked a storm after responding to an attack on a synagogue in Michigan by saying "hurt people hurt people." Now he has admitted he should have limited himself to condemnation, but refused to disavow anti-Israel internet star Hasan Piker.

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Disgust with Israelis in Thailand: Phuket residents issue a worrying demand
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Disgust with Israelis in Thailand: Phuket residents issue a worrying demand

About 150 people participated in a protest in Patong, calling on the Thai government to limit the stay of Israeli tourists to just 15 days. This demand has gained traction in Thai media amid growing criticism regarding the behavior of some foreign tourists.

Iceland at a crossroads: tight race in the referendum on joining the European Union
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Iceland at a crossroads: tight race in the referendum on joining the European Union

The race in the Icelandic referendum is particularly tight; after counting about 40% of the votes, supporters of resuming negotiations for joining the European Union are leading with 51.2%. In rural areas, a majority for the opponents is emerging, while in the capital, Reykjavik, the camp supporting accession is leading.

Drama in Pennsylvania: Mother and children locked themselves in the bathroom while a burglar broke into the house
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Drama in Pennsylvania: Mother and children locked themselves in the bathroom while a burglar broke into the house

A Pennsylvania resident called the police from the bathroom where she had locked herself with her young children while the burglar was in the kitchen. Police officers arrested the suspect as he left the house without resistance.

"There is no such thing as a good Zionist": Jewish candidate attacked by anti-Israel protesters
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"There is no such thing as a good Zionist": Jewish candidate attacked by anti-Israel protesters

Brad Lander, a progressive Jewish candidate who called the war in Gaza a "genocide," was verbally attacked by anti-Israel protesters even though he arrived to join their protest. "There is no such thing as a good Zionist," they shouted at him, demanding he leave the place.

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"I don't miss them": Michelle Obama sparked a storm following her remarks about her daughters
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"I don't miss them": Michelle Obama sparked a storm following her remarks about her daughters

Michelle Obama sparked criticism in the US over the weekend following remarks she made on the "IMO" podcast about life after her daughters, Malia and Sasha, left home. In a conversation with Jon Stewart, the former First Lady was asked if she misses the time when she raised them at home, and she replied briefly: "I'm okay." Later, she was more explicit, saying: "I don't miss them. I really don't...

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Donald Trump appointed honorary chairman of the PGA Presidents Cup
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Donald Trump appointed honorary chairman of the PGA Presidents Cup

US President Donald Trump will serve as honorary chairman of the PGA Presidents Cup next month, the White House announced on Saturday. The tournament, held every two years and bringing together an American team with an international group, will take place between September 22 and 27 at the Medinah Country Club in the Chicago area.

Aug 29, 2026
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Floods and dramatic rescues: footage from Lebanon - and the rain falling in the north
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Floods and dramatic rescues: footage from Lebanon - and the rain falling in the north

In Lebanon, footage was documented of "a young man risking his life to save people at sea and a child swept away in a flood at a refugee camp," in Syria solar panels "flew away" and trees fell - and here we had a little rain. In the Western Galilee, flooding is still possible; this is the forecast for the beginning of the week.

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"Convert or you will be harmed": Allegations of religious coercion in UK prisons
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"Convert or you will be harmed": Allegations of religious coercion in UK prisons

Allegations of forced conversion to Islam in prisons in England and Wales are stirring up a storm in the UK again, following reports that Muslim gangs are exerting pressure and threatening other prisoners — mainly white Britons — in order to make them convert. The issue is not new: official reports from recent years have already warned of Islamist elements exerting influence.

President of Iran: Our trade volume has dropped by up to 35%; USA imposed sanctions on an Egyptian bank
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President of Iran: Our trade volume has dropped by up to 35%; USA imposed sanctions on an Egyptian bank

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has acknowledged a sharp decline in trade due to US sanctions and a naval blockade. Meanwhile, the US continues its economic isolation campaign against Tehran.

Back-to-school guide in the US: "Israel is to blame for 9/11"
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Back-to-school guide in the US: "Israel is to blame for 9/11"

The Muslim organization CAIR removed from its website a teacher's manual claiming that relations with Israel caused the terrorist attack in which thousands of Americans were murdered. The program described the terrorists who carried out the September 11 attacks as a "group that identified as Al-Qaeda and came from the mountains of Afghanistan," but did not explicitly define them as terrorists.

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10,000 human remains found at estate: 30 years later a disturbing suspicion is revealed
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10,000 human remains found at estate: 30 years later a disturbing suspicion is revealed

Nearly 30 years after the discovery of 10,000 human remains at Herb Baumeister's Indiana estate, the investigation continues. Baumeister, suspected of murdering at least 25 people, died by suicide in 1996. The lead coroner now suggests that he may not have acted alone.

20:51Ynet
Mourned Dolly Parton's death: 'It should have been Netanyahu' — UK investigation underway
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Mourned Dolly Parton's death: 'It should have been Netanyahu' — UK investigation underway

A British Cabinet Office official is under internal investigation after sharing Instagram posts lamenting that the legendary country singer passed away instead of the Israeli Prime Minister. Other posts shared by the official included comparisons between the singer's age and that of the State of Israel.

Storm hits Cyprus, political contacts of Ardan and Zelekha, and riots in Qusra
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Storm hits Cyprus, political contacts of Ardan and Zelekha, and riots in Qusra

An unusual storm that hit Cyprus caused flight disruptions for many Israelis. Gilad Erdan and Yaron Zelekha are in talks to form a new political force. Two men were killed in a car accident in the Galilee. A soldier was arrested for extortion on TikTok while impersonating a minor. Security forces are investigating clashes in Samaria. Additionally, a deadly drone attack in Kyiv and a coup attempt...

Despite attacks and US sanctions: Iranian banks operate in the UAE
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Despite attacks and US sanctions: Iranian banks operate in the UAE

The Financial Times reveals that several economic organizations of the Iranian government continue to operate freely in a country that has been attacked by the Islamic Republic. Citizens in Iran are furious over the fuel price hike: "The only thing that doesn't go up is our salary."

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Attacked children and pulled a Jew's beard: suspended prison sentence for a woman in an antisemitic incident in the UK
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Attacked children and pulled a Jew's beard: suspended prison sentence for a woman in an antisemitic incident in the UK

According to the indictment, 39-year-old Saida Khatun attacked children, shouted curses at a mother with a baby, and hit a man. Khatun was convicted on five counts of aggravated offenses. Since the beginning of the year, 1,926 antisemitic incidents have been reported in the UK — an increase of 21% compared to the same period in 2025.

Rebels attacked the airport and the presidential palace: coup attempt in Niger
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Rebels attacked the airport and the presidential palace: coup attempt in Niger

Media outlets in the country reported heavy exchanges of fire in several locations in the capital, Niamey, after officers opposing the military junta declared a rebellion. Sources in the country report that the coup attempt appears to have been suppressed and calm prevails in the capital.

Precisely after the Israeli strike: Al-Shara celebrates a historic achievement
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Precisely after the Israeli strike: Al-Shara celebrates a historic achievement

The President of Syria is on the verge of ending Kurdish autonomy in the northeast of the country and unifying the state under his rule. Simultaneously, the Al-Shara regime continues to strengthen following the US decision to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. Opposition activists warn: "The ideology of Al-Qaeda will be embedded in new generations of believers."

More than 600 dead and about 3,000 missing in Nepal: "Nothing is left here"
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More than 600 dead and about 3,000 missing in Nepal: "Nothing is left here"

Efforts continue to locate thousands missing following a massive flood on the Nepal-Tibet border. The number of missing is estimated at 3,000, with 633 bodies recovered so far.

Trump Aims to Lower Meat Prices in the US, Opening a Front Against Farmers
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Trump Aims to Lower Meat Prices in the US, Opening a Front Against Farmers

US President Donald Trump plans to temporarily increase beef import quotas to lower ground beef prices. The initiative has sparked backlash from American cattle ranchers and members of his own party.

Walmart to pay $50 million for filling invalid opioid prescriptions
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Walmart to pay $50 million for filling invalid opioid prescriptions

Walmart has agreed to pay $50 million to settle US government allegations that its pharmacies illegally filled thousands of prescriptions for opioids and other controlled substances.

12:50Ynet
27 killed in Russian attack near Kyiv: "Explosives warehouse hit, then an explosion occurred"
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27 killed in Russian attack near Kyiv: "Explosives warehouse hit, then an explosion occurred"

More than 370 residents were evacuated following the strike on a warehouse in the Bucha district, 50 residential buildings were damaged, and a large fire spread to homes and a restaurant. Volodymyr Zelensky announced the opening of an investigation into suspected negligence: "It is forbidden to store ammunition near residential areas." In Russia, reports simultaneously emerged of deaths in...

12:41Walla
They shoot horses, too: How the Trump administration enabled the slaughter of thousands of wild horses - in violation of the law
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They shoot horses, too: How the Trump administration enabled the slaughter of thousands of wild horses - in violation of the law

They are protected by law and considered one of the symbols of wild nature in the USA, but thousands of wild horses have been sold in the last year to slaughterhouses in Canada and Mexico. The demand for horse meat outside the USA and the attempt to reduce the spreading population have led unscrupulous traders to bypass guidelines and embark on a mass liquidation operation.

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