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Abbas Brings Palestinian Statehood Into Election Pitch, Drawing Eisenkot, Netanyahu Rebukes

Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas has made Palestinian statehood a central theme of his election campaign, declaring that 'the State of Palestine exists' and calling for an end to the occupation. His remarks drew sharp responses from opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who vowed to prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state while he remains in office. The exchange comes ahead of Knesset elections scheduled for October 27, with polls showing Netanyahu's bloc short of a majority.

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Israel targets ‘terrorist’ in southern Syria; Damascus condemns attack

Israel struck a target in southern Syria, saying it killed a terrorist preparing an imminent attack. Damascus condemned it as a drone attack on a civilian vehicle that injured civilians, amid rising tensions with Israel and Turkey.

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Read My Lips: Warsh's Jackson Hole Playbook, Nvidia Numbers To Steer Wall Street This Week

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh faces a critical test at his first Jackson Hole symposium, while Nvidia's earnings and key economic data are poised to drive market direction this week.

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Commanders QB Jayden Daniels Looks Lost in Preseason Debut

Jayden Daniels played just three snaps in the Commanders' 17-13 preseason loss to the Lions, exiting after a sack and an incompletion. The brief outing has sparked debate about his health and the team's offensive line, while rookie Athan Kaliakmanis impressed in relief.

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McCarthy plays on four drives, throws for 81 yards

J.J. McCarthy completed 5 of 10 passes for 81 yards in a 13-3 preseason loss to Baltimore, playing four series with the second-team offense. The Vikings' defense held strong, but the offense struggled, leaving the backup quarterback competition behind Kyler Murray unresolved.

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Laptop Battery Fire Injures Passengers On American Airlines Flight

A laptop battery caught fire on American Airlines Flight 2398 from Atlanta to Dallas, prompting the pilot to report a cabin fire to air traffic control. Flight attendants contained the device, but four to five passengers were burned. The flight landed safely and the FAA is investigating.

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Detroit Lions Who Suited Up Against Washington Commanders

In a preseason matchup, the Detroit Lions defeated the Washington Commanders 17-13. The game highlighted key roster battles and injury concerns for both teams, including Cedrick Wilson Jr.'s knee injury for the Lions and the Commanders' ongoing offensive line struggles, while several young players made strong cases for roster spots.

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Blue Jays Announce Ernie Clement Decision Before Yankees Game

Dylan Cease carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning before the Yankees broke through, but Nathan Lukes' eighth-inning homer lifted Toronto to a 4-3 win. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. returned from concussion protocol with two hits, and Ernie Clement started at shortstop in the series matchup.

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EAM downplays Pakistan-Turkey-Saudi defence pact: ‘What has it done amid live military situations in these countries?’

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar downplayed the relevance of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, questioning what it had achieved amid 'live military situations' facing each signatory. India says it will factor the pact into its security calculus, while analysts debate whether the agreement is a genuine defensive alliance or a reaction to waning US security guarantees.

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Cyclospora might be ebbing in McHenry County

As a cyclospora outbreak continues across the United States, McHenry County reports a significant drop in new cases, while the national picture remains severe, with over 27,000 cases and deaths in Michigan.

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E. coli and Salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts triggers recall

US health officials have linked a multistate outbreak of E. coli and Salmonella to alfalfa sprouts produced by Everything Sprouts, prompting a voluntary recall. At least 55 people in 15 states have fallen ill, with four hospitalizations and no deaths reported.

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National Treasure 3 In Development With Nicolas Cage Set To Return

Director Jon Turteltaub has confirmed that National Treasure 3 is in development, with a script approved by him and Disney. Nicolas Cage is expected to return as Benjamin Gates, though the project is still described as 'Hollywood real' with no release date set.

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Biggest Questions for USC Trojans After Jahkeem Stewart Injury

USC defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart was seen on crutches and wearing a boot on his right foot ahead of the team's Salute to Troy, raising questions about his availability for the season opener. According to CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz, Stewart is expected to return in time for USC's Big Ten opener against Rutgers on Sept. 19, potentially missing the first three games. The Trojans will rely on defensive line depth while Stewart recovers.

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Alabama makes Keelon Russell, Austin Mack decision ahead of Week 1

Alabama has named sophomore Keelon Russell its starting quarterback for the 2026 season, beating out senior Austin Mack in a highly anticipated competition. The decision, reported by ESPN's Pete Thamel, gives Russell two weeks of practice as QB1 before the season opener against East Carolina.

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi’s Dating World Tour Continues in London

Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi were seen holding hands in London on August 20, a day after Elordi's film premiere, adding to a string of sightings across the US, Asia, and Australia. Reports from multiple outlets detail their coordinated outfits and a private dinner with Elordi's father, while sources note the couple's history of keeping relationships private.

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Two US tanker aircraft leave Bulgaria a month after deployment upset Iran

Two US KC-135 tanker aircraft have left Bulgaria's Bezmer air base, Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov announced on Saturday. The departure comes nearly a month after their deployment angered Iran, which had warned of potential attacks on US assets in Bulgaria and Cyprus.

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France to ramp up Ukraine support, says Macron

France has promised to deliver new interceptor missiles to Ukraine, and the UK will help Kyiv produce its own long-range missiles, amid a surge in Russian strikes that has pushed civilian deaths to their highest since the first months of the invasion. The pledges come as Ukraine hosts a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Kyiv on its independence day.

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Trump Envoy Tom Barrack Says Israel ‘occupies’ Golan, Contradicting US Policy

US special envoy Tom Barrack withdrew his earlier comment that Israel 'still occupies' the Golan Heights, saying he was referring to historical status and not changing US policy, which recognizes Israeli sovereignty since 2019. He also addressed criticism over his remarks on Lebanon negotiations and Israeli strikes in Syria.

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Usain Bolt’s 100m record broken at World Humanoid Robot Games

Chinese humanoid robots broke multiple human athletic records at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, including running the 100 meters faster than Usain Bolt's world record. The events showcase China's rapid robotics progress amid a US-China tech race, though experts note limitations in real-world deployment.

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Indian foreign minister to arrive on two-day visit to Russia on Sunday — diplomatic agency

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday, conveying Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greetings and a personal communication. The meeting focused on deepening economic cooperation, with Putin crediting Modi for trade growth and pledging increased fertiliser supplies.

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