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US strikes Iranian launchers on Larak Island in first known attack in weeks

BBC • 2 months ago

Iran says the attack killed some civilians and is the first known US strike on Iran since late July.

USDA reportedly shelves cyclospora research amid relocations and fund cuts

The Guardian • 2 months ago

Trump officials shuttering three projects on foodborne parasite, two defunded by Congress, Politico reportsThe Trump administration is shuttering ⁠two of the three US Department of Agriculture research projects studying cyclospora after the foodborne parasite has ⁠sickened tens of thousands of Americans during the summer, Politico reported on Sunday.The two projects were defunded by Congress earli...

US strikes Iranian launchers on Larak island amid strait of Hormuz tensions

The Guardian • 2 months ago

US says attack was response to ⁠Revolutionary Guards preparing rockets to launch sea mines into strait US forces have struck two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak island on Sunday, a US official said, marking the ⁠first known American strikes since late July.“I can confirm that earlier today US forces struck two Iranian launchers on Larak island. Islamic ⁠Revolutionary Guards Corps forces were obs...

US strikes Iranian launchers in first action in a month, triggering retaliation

SCMP • 2 months ago

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in their first military action in a month on Sunday, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months. Vowing to retaliate for what it called a deadly attack, Iran later said it had launched missiles at US sites in Jordan. Forces with the Revolutionary Guard Corps were observed preparing to...

US strikes Iranian launchers in first action in a month, prompting retaliatory strikes

SCMP • 2 months ago

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in their first military action in a month on Sunday, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months. Vowing to retaliate for what it called a deadly attack, Iran later said it had launched missiles at US sites in Jordan. Forces with the Revolutionary Guard Corps were observed preparing to...

US strikes Iranian launchers in first action in weeks, triggering retaliation

SCMP • 2 months ago

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in their first military action in a month on Sunday, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months. Iran swiftly vowed to retaliate for what it called a deadly attack. Forces with the Revolutionary Guard Corps were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into the strait, acco...

US strikes Iranian rocket sites in first action in weeks, triggering retaliation

SCMP • 2 months ago

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in their first military action in a month on Sunday, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months. Iran swiftly vowed to retaliate for what it called a deadly attack. Forces with the Revolutionary Guard Corps were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into the strait, acco...

US forces strike 2 launchers on Iran’s Larak Island, US official says

SCMP • 2 months ago

US forces ⁠struck two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak Island on Sunday, a US official said, marking the first known American strikes on Iran since late July. “I can confirm that earlier today US forces struck ‌two Iranian launchers on Larak Island. Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into [the] Strait of Hormuz,” the US official said....

US forces strike two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak Island, US official says

SCMP • 2 months ago

US forces ⁠struck two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak island on Sunday, a US official said, marking the first known American strikes on Iran since late July. “I can confirm that earlier today US forces struck ‌two Iranian launchers on Larak Island. Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into [the] Strait of Hormuz,” the US official said....

US forces strike two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak island, US official says

SCMP • 2 months ago

US forces ⁠struck two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak island on Sunday, a US official said, marking the first known American strikes on Iran since late July. “I can confirm that earlier today US forces struck ‌two Iranian launchers on Larak Island. Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces were observed preparing to launch rockets with sea mines into [the] Strait of Hormuz,” the US official said....

Israeli strike kills 3-year-old child in Gaza

Al Jazeera • 2 months ago

A deadly Israeli strike on Deir el-Balah killed two Palestinians including a 3-year-old child.

News live: number of Australians missing in Nepal floods rises; Penny Wong announces $3m additional aid for disaster

The Guardian • 2 months ago

Nepali and Chinese authorities confirmed an updated death toll of at least 810 on Sunday. Follow the day’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian personnel has not been able to get access to the Nepal flood zone yet, the assistant minister for immigration, Matt Matt Thistlethwaite, confirmed.Speaking on ABC’s Radio National, Thistlethwaite said roads remaine...

Sneako Claims Suspect Arrested: Alleges livestream attacker held; police confirmation pending

Times of India • 2 months ago

Streamer Sneako announced his attacker's arrest for aggravated assault. This news arrived shortly after he received a significant IRS refund. The original assault occurred during a livestream in April 2026. Police had been investigating the incident where Sneako was pepper-sprayed. Fellow streamer Ac7ionMann offered to assist the arrested individual with legal costs.

US forces strike Iranian rocket launchers in Strait of Hormuz as IRGC warns of 'retaliatory response'

Euronews • 2 months ago

The IRGC confirmed strikes had hit Larak Island and warned that the attack would be "met with a retaliatory response," per Iran's Fars news agency.

Jose Andres renews call for investigation into WCK Gaza staff killings

Al Jazeera • 2 months ago

World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés is renewing his call for an independent investigation into Israeli strikes.

All-time great Aaron Donald comes out of retirement to rejoin stacked LA Rams

The Guardian • 2 months ago

Los Angeles were already Super Bowl favoritesDefensive tackle was 10-time Pro Bowler with Rams35-year-old aiming to win second Super Bowl in LAAaron Donald, one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, is coming out of retirement to rejoin his only professional team, the Los Angeles Rams.During a 10-season career with the Rams, who drafted him with the 13th overall pick in 2014, Donald wa...

Colombia’s president warns armed groups after military kills key dissident leader

SCMP • 2 months ago

A prominent leader of the dissident factions of the defunct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia who operated in a volatile area in the country’s southwest region was killed on Sunday during a military operation, said President Abelardo de la Espriella. The president said the death of a man known as “Felipe” or “Arcadio” was a “crushing blow” to the dissident faction led by a man who goes by “Iv...

Colombia’s Abelardo de la Espriella says soldiers killed key dissident leader

SCMP • 2 months ago

A prominent leader of the dissident factions of the defunct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia who operated in a volatile area in the country’s southwest region was killed on Sunday during a military operation, said President Abelardo de la Espriella. The president said the death of a man known as “Felipe” or “Arcadio” was a “crushing blow” to the dissident faction led by a man who goes by “Iv...

Nepal flood relief vehicles trapped as heavy rain turns roads to mud

BBC • 2 months ago

Heavy rain has hampered relief efforts in Nepal where thousands remain missing after flash floods hit its border with Tibet.

‘Opening a new chapter’: Syria reopens embassy in Libya after talks

Al Jazeera • 2 months ago

Syrian foreign minister and Libyan PM agree to cooperation committee and reopening of diplomatic missions.

Video: Raging floodwaters sweep away lorry in the Philippines

Al Jazeera • 2 months ago

Video shows a lorry being swept away by raging floodwaters in Rodriguez as torrential rains batter the Philippines.

US forces strike Iranian launchers on Larak island in Strait of Hormuz

France 24 • 2 months ago

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in the first military action in a month, a US official said Sunday. ⁠Iran's ⁠Revolutionary ​Guards ​said the US attack on Larak ​island ‌killed and wounded ⁠several Iranian fighters and ​civilians, and ‌vowed to punish those ​responsible.

‘Sad day in Australian sport’: tributes flow for trailblazing boxing great Tony Mundine

The Guardian • 2 months ago

Fellow boxers, sporting figures, politicians and celebrities have paid tribute to the champion boxer and community leader, who died aged 75Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains images and names of Indigenous Australians who have diedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podca...

Australian boxing great Tony Mundine dies aged 75

The Guardian • 2 months ago

Father of former boxer and NRL star Anthony Mundine succumbed to a heart attack on SundayWarning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains images and names of Indigenous Australians who have diedIndigenous Australian boxing great Tony Mundine has died, aged 75.The father of former boxer and NRL star Anthony Mundine succumbed to a heart attack on Sunday. ...

U.S. military strikes Iranian targets in first military action in a month

CBS News • 2 months ago

As the war passes the six-month mark, neither side showed any sign of backing down.