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US Records 4th-Hottest Summer on Record
That was a remarkable 1.4-degree above the record average for the meteorological summer - June to August - for the contiguous US, at an average of 23.2 degrees Celsius. Many cities broke their all-time temperature records in the scorching heat, creating a striking image of a warming climate, Xinhua news agency reported.
Russia Launches Largest Strategic Naval Drills in Decades, Involving All Five Fleets
The maneuvers, which are expected to involve over 400 battleships and submarines, in addition to support vessels, over 120 aircraft, and more than 90,000 personnel, would include complex activities with high-precision weapons launch simulations, Putin said at a meeting that was attended by Defense Minister Andrey Belousov, RT reported. He added that the drills would also make use of the experience the Russian troops had garnered during the ongoing conflict between Moscow and Kiev. China also takes part in the Russian drills, with four vessels and 15 aircraft of the People's Liberation Army joining the exercise, according to Chief of the Russian Navy Admiral Aleksandr Moiseev.
Russian President to Skip UN General Assembly's High-Level Meet, Citing US as 'Unsuitable Host'
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov clarified that the Russian head of state will not go on a trip to New York to take part in this event.
Jaishankar Calls Gaza Situation 'Foremost Concern,' India Advocates for Immediate Ceasefire
A deadly conflict has been raging between Israel and Gaza since October 7 last year, when armed Hamas gunmen raided parts of Israel and killed several innocents. Israel responded with heavy missile attacks.
Guterres Hails India as a Key Pillar of Democracy in the UN as New Indian Envoy Presents Credentials
"You are extremely welcome. India is a fundamental pillar of democratic system in the UN, and the cooperation between India and the UN is exemplary. We believe that in your presence it will become even stronger," Guterres told Harish.
Princess Kate of the UK Completes Cancer Chemotherapy Treatment
"As this summer draws to a close, I don't think I could say how much of a relief it is to have finally finished my chemotherapy treatment," said Princess Kate, 42, in a video where she was seen spending quality time with her family in Norfolk, east of England.
Quad Summit Set for Delaware This Month; India Expected to Host Next Year
The summit is likely to take place on September 21 in US President Joe Biden's hometown of Wilmington in Delaware, people familiar with the matter said.
Ajit Doval Heads to Moscow Amid PM Modi's Peace Efforts Between Russia and Ukraine
This visit comes after back-to-back visits by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Russia and Ukraine, when he met Presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky of the two countries respectively. Prime Minister Modi had called President Putin on August 27 after his visit to Ukraine. During the call, Modi apprised Putin of his meeting with Zelensky and reiterated India's commitment to the settlement of the conflict through political and diplomatic means.
We are surrounded by murderous ideology, says Israel PM Netanyahu
"Today is a bad day. A despicable terrorist brutally murdered three of our innocent civilians in the heart of the Allenby Bridge. On behalf of the Government and myself, I extend condolences to the families of those who were brutally murdered," Netanyahu said as he convened a government meeting.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump Tied in Poll Ahead of Upcoming Debate
US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg hailed Harris as "focused and disciplined," as he added that it would "require much more to deal with Trump.
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