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Powerful Typhoon Dolphin hits China, prompting flood and landslide warnings

Typhoon Dolphin struck eastern China, affecting millions with strong winds, heavy rain, and massive waves.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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Some disabled people want to advance their careers. They say Medicaid rules stop them

Medicaid will have new work requirements next year. But some people with disabilities, who already work, say they'd like to work more, but risk losing their Medicaid coverage if they earn too much.

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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At least 13 killed in Ukrainian drone attack on Russia’s Nizhnekamsk

A day of mourning has been declared in the Russian republic of Tatarstan after the attack killed 13 people.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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June and July hottest on record in Western Europe, monitor says

The Copernicus Climate Change Service says historically low rainfall has worsened the situation in several countries.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF hit out at Infantino over World Cup privatisation plan

Three confederations release letter criticising FIFA's president over his proposal to sell off stakes in the World Cup.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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One year on, Gaza mourns journalist Anas al-Sharif’s death

Gaza remembers Anas al-Sharif, a journalist whose voice defined the impact of war on civilian lives.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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Who is Mohsen Rezaei, and how significant is his appointment?

Former IRGC commander Rezaei will be taking over as secretary of Iran's top security body amid Hormuz talks.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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Tropical Storm Dolphin batters eastern China with heavy rain, strong winds

Dolphin is forecast to move deeper inland to the central provinces of Hubei and Henan in ⁠the coming days.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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Osaka, Gauff race into Canadian Open quarters as Rybakina survives scare

World No. 2 Elena Rybakina rallies to beat unseeded Liudmila Samsonova while stars Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff progress.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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Anguished locals watch as Israel demolishes homes in southern Lebanon

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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‘Like the movies’: How Ukraine’s ground robots are changing rules of war

They carry ammunition, can conduct kamikaze missions and have shown they can capture enemy positions.

Al Jazeera · 10 Aug 2026
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Mike Lindell touts Trump ties in race for governor of Minnesota, where Trump has lost

Lindell, of "MyPillow," plays up his ties to Trump, who endorsed him for Tuesday's primary. But the state Republican convention backed one of his opponents.

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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Voters are sick of the two-party system. A new poll shows they're open to big changes

A new poll shows support for moving the U.S. toward proportional representation, a system that elects multiple representatives in a single district in rough proportion to a party's vote share.

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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In a competitive Maine Senate race, women voters could be the deciders

The race between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson is one of this year's most high-profile Senate contests. To win, both candidates will need support from an especially powerful voting bloc: Maine women.

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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Who really needs testosterone?

The military plans to start screening service members for low testosterone, and social media is overflowing with claims about testosterone therapy. But who actually needs it?

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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An arts school where Epstein allegedly preyed on students reveals decades of abuse

In a new report, former Interlochen students detail some 70 allegations of sexual abuse by nearly 50 adults employed or affiliated with the school. One of the former students tells his story to NPR.

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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The FAA wants to reboot the nation's airspace. This airline shows how it might work

When Alaska Airlines wanted to optimize its operations, it turned to a small startup called Air Space Intelligence. Now the FAA has hired the company for a major reboot of the entire U.S. airspace.

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk kills 12, authorities say

Ukraine has targeted Russian oil facilities with long-range drones almost daily in recent months. The barrage has caused fuel shortages in Russia and unsettled the Russian public.

NPR News · 10 Aug 2026
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