Wildfires sweep Amazon as Brazil suffers worst drought on record
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BBC News - Top stories
Deadly wildfires burn in Portugal
At least seven people die after wildfires in the Aveiro and Viseu areas of Portugal.50 minutes ago -
BBC News - Top stories
X says its return in Brazil after ban ‘inadvertent'
The social media platform formerly known as Twitter was banned in the country in August.7 hours ago - Brazil -
The Hill - Politics
US has worst healthcare system among wealthy nations, survey says
The United States healthcare system was deemed the worst overall in a new analysis of 10 similar nations by a leading health research nonprofit. "Mirror, Mirror 2024: A Portrait of the Failing ...8 hours ago -
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NBC News - Top stories
A new wave of explosions sweeps Lebanon after deadly pager attacks
More wireless device explosions hit Lebanon today killing at least 14 people and injuring hundreds more. On Tuesday, 12 people died when pagers belonging to Hezbollah members exploded. Two U.S. ...13 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
When nations clash, children suffer: Unpacking China's adoption ban
For the impacted families, it is a waking nightmare. For the United States, it is the latest failure of Washington to tame the worst impulses of the Chinese Communist Party.19 hours ago - China -
ESPN - Sports
'You have to have a sense of humor': How baseball's all-time worst squad is coping with defeat
What's it like in the clubhouse as you are about to shatter the Major League Baseball record for losses? Somehow, not as sad as one would think.20 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Where does Bryce Young currently rank among the worst No. 1 picks?
The quarterback — benched by the putrid Panthers just two games into his second season — still has time to turn his career around. Here's where he stands now.21 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Floods in Poland and wildfires in Portugal show reality of climate breakdown, says EU
Emergency crews battle to reinforce defences around Wrocław in Poland amid devastating rainfall. Soldiers, emergency workers and volunteers battled through the night to reinforce defences around ...22 hours ago - Climate -
ABC News - World
Portugal declares a state of calamity as wildfires rage out of control
More than 100 wildfires are stretching thousands of firefighters to the limit in northern Portugal22 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Instagram Unveils Sweeping Changes for Users Under Age 18
The app, which is popular with teenagers, introduced new settings and features aimed at addressing inappropriate online contact and content, and improving sleep for users under 18.22 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
California Wildfires Pose Too Many Risks for Insurers, but These Residents Want to Stay
In the San Bernardino Mountains, another wildfire has forced residents to flee, the latest reminder that they must accept the risks of climate change if they want to remain.23 hours ago - California -
The Guardian - World
Netflix’s latest show is the worst live TV event ever
A self-described medium assembles the pals of a Selling Sunset cast member and claims to contact their dead relatives. It’s dreary, unconvincing and morally dubious. For a while there, it was ...23 hours ago - Netflix -
The New York Times - Business
Plastic Waste and Toxic Sludge: A Sweep of a Messy Beat
The Climate reporter Hiroko Tabuchi is interested in all the things we take for granted about our environment.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
Ranking Every N.F.L. Team From First to Worst After a Chaotic Week
Six underdogs won on Sunday, and four teams that missed the playoffs last season are 2-0.Yesterday - NFL -
NBC News - Politics
Harris targets digital ads spotlighting her words about 'human suffering in Gaza'
Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign is running new digital spots targeting voters in heavily Arab American neighborhoods in the Detroit area, emphasizing Harris’ saying she “will ...Yesterday -
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ABC News - Health
AP PHOTOS: Hallmarks of climate change seen in floods, fires and drought around the globe
The hallmarks of climate change — extreme heat and drought; larger, more intense wildfires and supercharged hurricanes, typhoons and rainstorms that lead to catastrophic flooding — are being seen ...Yesterday - Climate -
The Guardian - World
Man accused of arson in devastating California wildfire pleads not guilty
Justin Wayne Halstenberg, 34, was denied bail and entered his plea from jail in a video arraignment Tuesday. A California man has pleaded not guilty to starting a fire that authorities said ...Yesterday - California -
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The New York Times - Top stories
The Fires That Could Reshape the Amazon
Vast, diverse parts of Brazil are burning at the same time, forcing officials to rethink how to protect crucial ecosystems like the Amazon.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
FanDuel parent Flutter looks for international growth with big acquisitions in Italy, Brazil
Flutter is making acquisitions in Italy and Brazil as the British parent company of FanDuel looks to international markets for growth.Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
Portugal Going Through ‘Difficult Days’ as Wildfires Burn Across the Country
More than 5,000 personnel are battling a number of wildfires, the authorities said, and the prime minister called it an “extremely difficult weather situation.”Yesterday -
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ABC News - World
Zimbabwe and Namibia will kill scores of elephants to feed people facing drought
Zimbabwe and Namibia have announced plans to slaughter hundreds of wild elephants and other animals to feed hunger-stricken residents amid severe drought conditions in the southern African countriesYesterday -
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The Guardian - World
Portugal wildfire deaths rise to seven after firefighters trapped in blaze
More than 50 people injured as 54 fires burn across country amid hot, dry and windy weather. Seven people have been killed and more than 50 injured in wildfires ravaging central and northern ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Wildfires in Portugal blamed for three deaths as Europe sends aircraft to help
Five thousand firefighters are struggling to contain multiple wildfires raging across northern Portugal that are blamed for causing at least six deaths and forcing an unknown number of residents to ...Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Zimbabwe to cull 200 elephants to feed people left hungry by drought
Zimbabwe plans to cull 200 elephants to feed communities facing acute hunger after the worst drought in four decades, wildlife authorities said on Tuesday.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Yahoo Sports AM: Worst trade ever?
In today's edition: Bryce gets benched, MLB playoff picture, a trip to Ireland for the Laytown Races, the Eiffel Tower debate, and more.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Mayoral candidate in Brazil hits rival with chair during live TV debate
Sao Paulo mayoral candidate José Luiz Datena hit rival Pablo Marçal with a chair during a TV debate as they traded jabs over sexual misconduct allegations.2 days ago - Brazil -
The Guardian - World
Zimbabwe outlines plan to cull scores of elephants to feed people after drought
Culling after severe drought wiped out crops across region is also part of effort to decongest country’s parks. Zimbabwean authorities have outlined plans to cull 200 elephants to feed communities ...2 days ago -
ABC News - World
At least 15 dead since July and thousands of hectares scorched as wildfires sweep Peru
Peruvian authorities say that wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead since July and more than 3,000 hectares of cultivated land and natural areas scorched2 days ago -
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Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking, racketeering charges
The musician and record producer was arrested in New York months after raids on his Holmby Hills and Miami homes as part of a federal inquiry.2 days ago