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Two killed as gunman opens fire at Philippines high school, official says

Mayor Khymer Adan Olaso says the casualties in Zamboanga were both students and included the gunman.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Trump says talking to North Korea’s Kim makes the south safer

US President Donald Trump has revealed North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un has responded ‘very positively’

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Large fire breaks out at fuel depot near Iraq’s Sulaimaniyah

At least 20 injured and dozens of fuel tankers destroyed as flames rip through warehouse near northern Kurdish city.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Vigil held in central London for late Cambridge professor Jason Arday

Thousands mourned Jason Arday in central London, and voiced anger over the Cambridge professor’s media treatment.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Zambia’s Hichilema wins second term as president

Official results show Hichilema receiving about 60 percent of votes, compared with ⁠38 percent for his main challenger.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Iran war live: Trump rejects MoU extension as US claims control of Hormuz

US president says Iran should 'put up the white flag of surrender' as the two nations’ MoU expired on Monday.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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‘We will not allow Gaza to be rebuilt’ until Hamas disarms, Kushner says

Trump's son-in-law and envoy says US will not 'restrict Israel's right to defend itself' as strikes on Gaza continue.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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Part of a key firearms law lapsed following a federal court decision. What happens now?

A federal judge's decision in Texas has major implications for the National Firearms Act. What does this mean for certain guns and other weapons?

NPR News · 17 Aug 2026
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As rubble clears, Colombia begins focusing on recovery after the earthquake

A week after a deadly quake, Colombia turns from rescue efforts to shelter, aid and rebuilding.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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‘Truth or fiction’: US trial of Tupac Shakur’s accused killer begins

Prosecutors claim Duane Davis was ‘on-site commander’ in murder of Shakur, who died after drive-by shooting in 1996.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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Palestinian family in West Bank fear settler violence will rob them of home

The family of a Palestinian-American man remain holed up in his West Bank home for more than a week, after Israeli settlers laid siege to the house and the Israeli army then turned it into a closed mi

NPR News · 17 Aug 2026
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Former federal prosecutor is suing DOJ for 'unlawful and retaliatory' firing

A federal prosecutor who was fired earlier this year is suing the DOJ, alleging she was unlawfully dismissed for political reasons tied to her work prosecuting a case against anti-abortion activists.

NPR News · 17 Aug 2026
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Palestinian American reunites with family under siege in West Bank

Videos show the first moments Palestinian-American Loui Ridi arrived at his home in Qusra.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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Civilians paying price as Israeli military raises stakes in Lebanon: UNIFIL

UN peacekeeping force recorded an average of 137 projectiles fired daily in the region over the last two weeks.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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Trump says Iran will not make the deal he believes is necessary

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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Trump loses second Supreme Court bid over E Jean Carroll sex abuse case

E Jean Carroll secures another legal victory as US Supreme Court refuses Donald Trump’s appeal over 1996 abuse claims.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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Torrential rains flood homes and roads across Lima, Peru

Heavy rains have flooded oads in Lima, while river overflows, landslides, and road closures continue to affect Peru.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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Trump’s approval rating sinks to new low

New poll found a majority of US citizens concerned about the US war on Iran.

Al Jazeera · 17 Aug 2026
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