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Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv early Thursday, killing at least three people, injuring 20, damaging buildings including a children's hospital, and causing power outages. Mayor Vitali Klitschko and regional officials reported the casualties via Telegram. Russia and Ukraine have exchanged attacks daily since the 2022 invasion, with recent diplomatic proposals from Ukraine to U.S. negotiators yielding no confirmed new talks.

A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine analyzed over 12 million U.S. death certificates and found flight attendants and pilots recorded the highest and second-highest percentages of deaths from radiation-linked cancers. Cosmic radiation exposure at altitude was identified as the key factor, exceeding rates among workers handling radioactive materials. The findings draw on national occupational data but leave methodological questions about causation and confounding variables unaddressed.

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores at a depth of 10 kilometers shortly before 6 a.m. Saturday, killing at least 68 people, injuring at least 213, and damaging at least 4,500 homes along with 252 schools, 122 health facilities, and 84 places of worship. More than 19,000 residents sheltered in tents and evacuation centers as of Tuesday amid over 2,100 aftershocks, with tsunami warnings issued and later lifted.

Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's recently ousted defense minister, issued the first major public call for wartime elections since Russia's 2022 invasion, citing a systemic governance crisis and corruption in defense procurement. Ukrainian law prohibits elections during martial law. The address has drawn attention as the largest internal challenge to President Zelensky since 2022.

Voters in Florida and Alaska participate in primary elections on Tuesday. Florida's Republican-drawn congressional map projects a 24-4 Republican House delegation following the state's post-census redistricting. Alaska features a non-partisan Senate primary with incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan and Democratic challenger Mary Peltola, as Democrats seek a net gain of four seats for Senate control.

The UAE suspended all trade with Iran on August 19, 2026, after accusing Tehran of firing two ballistic missiles that landed in the Persian Gulf the previous night, triggering nationwide shelter warnings. Iran rejected the accusation through state media, while partial maritime trade between the two countries had resumed in late June following earlier disruptions. Separate developments include an Iranian parliamentary visit to Iraq and France's expulsion of two Iranian diplomats.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday a tentative trade agreement with Canada that pauses proposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports for three days. Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that substantial progress has been made while important work remains. Bilateral trade between the two countries totaled $880 billion in goods and services last year.

A projectile struck a vessel exiting the Strait of Hormuz early Tuesday, damaging its engine room and causing one crew casualty off Oman. UKMTO received a company security report, Omani authorities assisted remaining crew, and no environmental damage was reported. An Iranian official stated the waterway would remain closed until U.S. conditions are met.

Dominic LeBlanc met Jamieson Greer on Wednesday and is scheduled to meet again on Thursday afternoon, with Janice Charette also attending. Mark Carney briefed provincial premiers after the first meeting. Reports indicate discussions on reducing proposed U.S. tariffs on Canadian vehicles, steel, and aluminum.

More than 72,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, a city of 84,000 residents, with at least 90 deaths recorded during the initial surge. Spanish police cleared a beach encampment and relocated migrants to temporary shelters. Estimates of remaining migrants range from 5,000 to 10,000 and reports of sexual assaults remain unverified.

Arturo Bejar, who worked at Meta from 2009 to 2015 and as a contractor from 2019 to 2021, testified on Tuesday in a federal trial in Oakland, Calif., scheduled to last six weeks. A coalition of states alleges that Meta designed platforms to addict young users, misled the public on safety, and illegally collected data from children under 13. Meta denies the allegations and argues that Bejar’s opinions exceed the scope of his work.

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau and Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office announced an investigation into senior officials in President Volodymyr Zelensky’s office and an alleged criminal organization involving sitting and former lawmakers. The announcement came one day after former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was dismissed last month, publicly called for national elections citing a governance crisis. The war with Russia has entered its fifth year under martial law that bars elections.

Moderna and Merck announced results from a late-stage trial of a personalized mRNA vaccine targeting melanoma recurrence. The vaccine, tested with Merck's Keytruda, showed reduced risk of cancer returning or spreading according to initial reports. Stock movement claims differ between outlets, and several trial details remain unverified beyond company statements.

A federal trial in Oakland, California, involves 29 US states alleging that Meta Platforms violated federal law through its collection and use of children's personal data on Facebook and Instagram. Prosecutors seek billions in damages or penalties, with opening statements delivered by California Deputy Attorney General Megan O'Neill. The start date of the trial remains disputed across reports.

A Cessna 150 pilot died after colliding with a Pennsylvania State Police Bell 407 helicopter near the runway at Carlisle airport on Wednesday. Both troopers aboard the helicopter survived with minor injuries. The FAA and NTSB have classified the event as a mid-air collision, with investigations ongoing.

A helicopter operated by Lady Lori Helicopters crashed on Wednesday morning in Samburu County, Kenya, killing all seven people on board. One victim was identified as José Alberto Suárez, president and general manager of multiple Telemundo stations. Kenyan authorities have opened an investigation into the charter flight carrying guests for travel company Beyond.