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420 arrested over French wildfires as blame divides

French authorities have arrested 420 people for suspected involvement in the summer wildfires, but critics question the justice of some prosecutions. The government is under pressure as the fires have burned over 300,000 acres.

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Middle East

Israel Accused of Weaponising Archaeology at West Bank Sites

Palestinian landowners in the occupied West Bank say Israeli authorities are expropriating their land to create a new national park, a move they accuse the government of weaponising archaeology for territorial control, according to BBC.

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Americas

Car Bomb Rattles Colombia After Hardline President’s Inauguration

A car bomb attack rattled southwestern Colombia one day after far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as president, according to Al Jazeera.

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Baseball

Paris Tells E-Scooter Riders to Wear Gear or Pay Fines

Paris is enforcing new safety rules for e-scooter riders, mandating helmets and high-visibility vests or facing fines, according to BBC.

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Football

Chelsea 3-0 Milan in Jakarta Pre-Season Match

Chelsea picked up a 3-0 pre-season victory over AC Milan in Jakarta, with Joao Pedro scoring twice and Moises Caicedo adding a third.

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Conflictos y Seguridad

Emiratos acusa a Irán de atacar buque ADNOC en el estrecho de Ormuz

Los Emiratos Árabes Unidos acusaron a Irán de atacar con un misil a un buque de la Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) en el estrecho de Ormuz, según Al Jazeera.

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Middle East

Lebanon Detains Former Al-Assad-Era General, Considers Transfer

Lebanese authorities have arrested a former Syrian army general who once served under ousted President Bashar al-Assad, according to judicial and security officials.

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Diplomacy & Trade

UNRWA Has Been With Me Since Birth, I Cannot Imagine a Future Without It

A Palestinian refugee reflects on how the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East has been a cornerstone of their identity and life since birth, according to Al Jazeera.

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Football

Key Stars to Watch: Which Stars Need to Shine for Real Madrid, Barcelona, Man Utd, PSG

As the new season begins, several key players must deliver for their clubs. Declan Rice's set-piece influence for Arsenal and Bruno Fernandes' creative role at Manchester United are crucial, according to Al Jazeera.

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US Politics

Kosovo MP Throws Eggs at Acting PM During Parliamentary Session

An opposition MP threw eggs at Kosovo's acting Prime Minister during a parliamentary session on August 8, 2026, according to the BBC.

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Space

Madonna Pays Tribute to ‘Genius’ Producer William Orbit

Madison's tribute to producer William Orbit calls him 'genius' and 'otherworldly,' according to BBC and Herts Advertiser.

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Conflicts & Security

Messi’s father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness

Jorge Messi, father of football star Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68 after a prolonged illness, according to ESPN.

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Football

Man U Midfield Shakeup as INEOS Aims for Pragmatic Transfers

Manchester United have shifted their transfer approach under INEOS ownership, avoiding bids over £100 million and focusing on Premier League experience, according to reports.

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Baseball

Man Bakes Cookies in 101-Degree Car for 12 Hours

A man in North Carolina tested whether his car could bake cookies during a 12-hour shift on a 101-degree day, sharing the experiment on TikTok with over 5.1 million views.

WH News Aug 8, 2026

US Politics

Todd Blanche, Trump’s ex-lawyer, confirmed as US attorney general

The U.S. Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, elevating Trump's former personal lawyer to head the Justice Department. According to NPR, the vote occurred early Saturday morning.

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