Galápagos Coral Record Points to Stronger El Niño Variability
A new coral-based reconstruction finds unusually strong eastern-Pacific El Niño variability in recent decades, as a separate 2026 event strengthens.
International
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Euro-Area Inflation Rose to 2.9% in July as Energy Costs Stayed High
Euro-area inflation edged higher in July as energy prices jumped 10.3% from a year earlier. The ECB says more effects could appear in August.
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Europe’s Drought and Heat Push Wildfire and River Risks Into Late Summer
A new EU assessment says worsening drought is driving elevated wildfire risk, exceptionally low rivers and pressure on farming, power, shipping and health.
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England Proposes More Planning Power for Metro Mayors
A consultation would let English metro mayors intervene in major planning cases, issue development orders and seek regional infrastructure funding.
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DRC Outbreak Reaches 5,584 Cases as Access to Care Fails
The DRC’s Bundibugyo virus outbreak has reached 5,584 confirmed cases and 2,680 deaths, but conflict and worker strikes are delaying lifesaving care.
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Malaysia plans first return of 1,476 Myanmar nationals
Malaysia plans to return 1,476 eligible Myanmar nationals on September 29, but the group’s makeup and protection conditions in Myanmar remain unresolved.
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South Africa records 991,696 overnight tourists in July
South Africa recorded 991,696 overnight international tourists in July, up 12.5% year over year, as regional African travel remained the main source of growth.
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U.N. and Red Cross Renew Push for Autonomous Weapons Treaty
A renewed U.N.-Red Cross appeal urges states to start binding treaty talks on autonomous weapons, but no negotiations or new law have begun.
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Judge lets Universal and Sony add stream-ripping claims to Suno AI lawsuit
A Massachusetts judge allowed Universal and Sony to add a DMCA claim alleging Suno bypassed YouTube protections to obtain recordings for AI training.
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Tropical Storm Dolly Raises Eastern Caribbean Rain Risk
Tropical Storm Dolly formed far offshore, but forecasters say its moisture could bring heavy rain and flash flooding to the eastern Caribbean this weekend.
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Kiribati Advances Bill to Lock China Recognition Into Constitution
Kiribati’s Parliament advanced a bill that could block official ties with Taiwan, but a two-thirds second-reading vote and presidential assent are still required.
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What Caused Nepal’s Deadly Flood? Scientists Investigate Glacier Collapse
Nepal is investigating whether a glacier-and-bedrock collapse caused the Aug. 26 Bhote Koshi flood as authorities warn an upstream lake could surge.
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Sudan War: U.N. Warns of Displacement and Drone Deaths
A U.N. briefing said about 13 million people are displaced in Sudan, with drone strikes driving documented civilian deaths as aid remains 41% funded.
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Taiwan’s Proposed 2027 Defense Budget Crosses NT$1 Trillion
Taiwan’s Cabinet approved a proposed NT$1.1225 trillion defense allocation for 2027, but lawmakers can still cut, freeze, amend or delay it.
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U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire plan faces strain after Israeli strikes
A Security Council dispute exposed unresolved gaps over Hamas’ disarmament, Israeli withdrawal, Gaza governance and humanitarian access as strikes continued.
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Armenia Detains Former President Kocharyan in Corruption Case
Armenia’s Anti-Corruption Court ordered former President Robert Kocharyan held in pretrial detention as prosecutors pursue bribery and money-laundering charges.
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U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Agreement Enters Congressional Review
The classified U.S.-Saudi nuclear pact entered Congress’s 90-day review on August 24, while enrichment, safeguards and an Israel condition remain unsettled.
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Putin Gives Russia New Power to Control Critical Infrastructure
A Russian decree creates temporary state management for critical infrastructure after inadequate drone protection or delayed repairs, unsettling private operators.
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Nepal Flood Rescue Emergency Grows as Death Toll Reaches 469
Nepal reported 469 deaths after the August 26 flash flood, while rescuers searched for hundreds missing and monitored unstable lakes threatening more flooding.
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Zambia Detains Opposition Leader Over Alleged Treason After Disputed Election
Police detained Zambia opposition leader Brian Mundubile and running mate Makebi Zulu after they surrendered, as questions grow over election access and due process.
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Congo Begins Ebola Vaccinations as Bundibugyo Protection Remains Uncertain
Congo has begun vaccinating Ebola responders with Ervebo, while a 20,000-dose trial will test whether it protects against Bundibugyo virus.
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Nepal Flood Rescue Continues as UN Releases $2.5 Million
Nepal’s Rasuwa flood rescue remains active after the UN released $2.5 million, while scientists investigate a possible cascading ice-and-rock hazard.