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Ukraine is struggling to replenish the Patriot interceptors needed to stop Russia's fastest and most destructive missiles. With Russia expanding its ballistic arsenal, Kyiv is searching for new ways to protect its cities.

Washington has begun a major restoration project aimed at returning 270 acres in the South Fork Skagit River estuary to natural intertidal and marsh habitat. According to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), construction on the Island Unit Restoration Project began in June 2026 and is expected to continue through fall 2028.

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia just after 7 a.m. on August 10, devastating the country's western valleys and coffee-growing heartland. Satellite and drone imagery revealed widespread destruction, with homes, apartment buildings, schools and health centres cracked, leaning or reduced to rubble. Officials reported 265 deaths, 3,770 injuries and 496 people missing, while more than 9,550 homes were destroyed and over 30,300 families were affected. Rescue teams and volunteers entered their third day of searching collapsed structures for survivors as the critical 72-hour rescue window neared its end. President Abelardo de la Espriella visited affected regions and declared an economic emergency to accelerate relief and reconstruction. The government plans to establish a fund for rebuilding damaged hospitals, schools, roads and airports, supported by national and international contributions. Additional measures include utility payments, rental subsidies, tax relief and direct financial assistance. The government also pledged longer-term economic recovery measures to encourage investment, jobs and reconstruction in affected communities.

Ruling party candidate promises hope, opposition pledges change as Thursday's deadline to end campaigns approaches.

Perhaps North West Premier Bushy Maape is speaking his truth when he says there are no potholes in his province. But as Qaanitah Hunter points out, he probably doesn't feel a thing as he is chauffeured about in fancy German sedans, subsidised by the taxpayer.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected key parts of Trump's Gaza roadmap, insisting Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas gives up its weapons.

The U.K. has paused three Chevening fellowships for 2027-28 due to capacity constraints and cost-cutting measures.

The US on Thursday said that it could maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely and would ratchet up economic pressure on Tehran as ceasefire talks have floundered, global oil supply is dropping and regional tensions are rising.

Quoting the rules of Islam, the lawmaker said the comment made her feel uncomfortable and singled out because of her religion and culture.

The son of former Mexican President Lopez Obrador, Andres Manuel Lopez Beltran, claims his US visa was revoked for political reasons.