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A Ukrainian F-16 fighter jet crashed on Monday, Aug. 26, while responding to a large-scale Russian missile attack, marking the first known loss of the U.S.-supplied aircraft since they were introduced into Ukraine’s defense arsenal. The jet, piloted by Oleksiy Mes, was reportedly on a mission to intercept Russian missiles when contact was lost as it approached its next target.

Correction: Ukrainian pilot killed as F-16 crashes during Russian missile attack

Vice President Kamala Harris did her first interview as an official presidential candidate on Thursday.

Harris, Walz give first interview since becoming 2024 candidates

Millions of dead fish in the town of Volos, Greece, are leading to a major stink and an enormous blow to local businesses in the region.

Millions of dead fish hurt tourism in central Greece as investigation ensues

The CIA has revealed the suspects arrested for a foiled terror plot against Taylor Swift’s Vienna show planned to kill tens of thousands of fans.

CIA official: Suspects in foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift shows aimed to kill ‘tens of thousands’

The U.S. federal government is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit against it brought forth by Haitian migrants who allege abuse by border agents at the U.S.-Mexico border.

US wants Haitian migrants’ ‘whipping’ lawsuit against it thrown out

Since the Labour Party took power in the U.K., more than 6,000 migrants have crossed the English Channel in small boats, bringing the total number of arrivals this year to over 20,000. This surge is placing additional strain on the UK's asylum system, with the government now facing an estimated $5 billion in asylum costs for the year.

Over 500 migrants cross channel again, pressure mounts under Labour Party

Rio de Janeiro is a city known for beautiful festivals, beaches, street crime, and powerful drug cartels, now claw machines are a new threat.

Rio de Janeiro cracks down on claw machines as illegal games of chance

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has been charged in France with multiple crimes related to his social media messaging app.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov charged with multiple crimes in France

There's controversy over former President Donald Trump's recent visit to Arlington National Cemetery.

Controversy over Trump photos at Arlington National Cemetery

Amid severe drought conditions, Namibia announced plans to cull over 700 wild animals, including elephants and hippos, to feed its people.

Namibia hunting elephants, hippos to feed its population amid severe drought

The U.S. embassy opposed proposed judicial reforms in Mexico and the ambassador spoke out against them, which the Mexican president objected.

Mexico pauses relations with US Embassy over judicial reform comments

The United Nations World Food Program is investigating two top officials in Sudan over allegations of corruption.

United Nations World Food Program officials being investigated in Sudan

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has been released from French custody and faces potential charges related to alleged activities on the platform.

Telegram CEO Durov released from custody amid investigation

The U.S. military has deployed a fleet of MQ-9A Reaper drones to this air base in Okinawa, Japan, as part of a broader effort to enhance its surveillance capabilities in the Pacific. This deployment is intended to improve the US's ability to monitor critical areas near Japan and China.

US deploys Reaper drones to Okinawa to boost Pacific surveillance

Israel launched a major military operation in the northern West Bank, including airstrikes and blockades, targeting Hamas militants.

Israel launches major West Bank military operation, kills at least 10 militants

Venezuela's controversial election results sparked widespread protests and violence that has turned deadly. At least 25 are dead.

Raids, children arrested, dozens killed: 1 month since Venezuela election

A new report shows President Biden was warned building a temporary pier to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza was a bad idea but when forward with it anyway.

Biden authorized humanitarian aid pier in Gaza despite warnings: Report

Two high-stakes operations unfolded in the Pacific Ocean as Mexico's navy chased down speedboats carrying a massive load of illegal cargo. During these raids, the navy seized more than 15,800 pounds of suspected cocaine, capturing dramatic footage of helicopters and patrol boats in pursuit of drug-laden speedboats.

Mexican navy seizes nearly 8 tons of cocaine in high-stakes Pacific raids

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on new charges related to the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol insurrection.

New indictment filed against Trump for role in Jan. 6 riot

Ireland’s power grid is being overwhelmed by data centers, leading the nation to reject a multi-million dollar investment from Google.

Ireland rejects Google investment over data center power demands

Chinese state-sponsored hackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability to infiltrate U.S. internet companies and service providers.

Chinese hackers exploit zero-day vulnerability to target US infrastructure

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he has a plan to end the war with Russia and that the Kursk offensive was part of that plan.

Zelenskyy says Kursk incursion part of plan to end war with Russia

Russia’s August 26 missile and drone attack on Ukraine cost $1.3 billion, reflecting the financial toll of Russia's military operations.

Russia spent $1.3 billion on Monday’s strike against Ukraine: Report

The Israeli military announced it has rescued a hostage captured during the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Tuesday, August 27.

Israeli military rescues Oct. 7 hostage during ‘complex operation’