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Nigerian army rescues 33 people abducted by gunmen
Aug 9, 2026 - World 
The Zamfara region has seen a surge in killings and abductions in recent months.
Chinese EV sales surge to new high in Europe putting tariffs under scrutiny
Aug 9, 2026 - World 
Imports this year now account for 14% of the market amid claims vehicles are being dumped in the EU and UKChinese electric car sales have risen across Europe to a record high driven by strong demand and low tariffs in the UK and a surge in buyers in Italy.Against a backdrop of claims that Chinese carmakers are “dumping” state-subsidised vehicles in the EU and UK to gain market share, the figures will give impetus to calls for quotas and higher tariffs to protect European manufacturers. Continue reading...
Houthis claim attacks on Saudi oil facility and Yemeni port, and other Mideast news
Aug 9, 2026 - World 
Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have targeted a crucial Yemeni government-held port on the Red Sea and attacked an oil facility in Saudi Arabia
Russia exploits Ukraine's interceptor shortage in ongoing strikes
Aug 9, 2026 - World 
Russia and Ukraine exchanged more strikes that killed civilians on both sides.
Wildfire in Indonesian national park grows
Aug 9, 2026 - World 
Indonesia is battling a growing wildfire threat during an unusually dry season, with authorities warning that drought, strong winds and the El Niño weather pattern have increased fire risks across the country
