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2026-09-05 · world
A trial ends without a decision
This story mentions the deaths of children. You can choose an everyday lesson instead.
2026-09-04 · world
A series of suspected attacks
Read carefully when responsibility is uncertain.
2026-09-03 · world
A weather warning
Notice the difference between a warning and a certainty.
2026-09-02 · world
Europe responds to an accusation
Keep an accusation separate from a proven fact.
2026-09-01 · world
Starting again in Afghanistan
Read a short report about people forced to return.
2026-08-31 · world
A difficult rescue in Nepal
Read about an effort to reach trapped workers.
2026-08-30 · world
Iceland Votes Against EU Talks
Iceland decided not to restart discussions about joining the European Union.
2026-08-29 · world
Tibet Floods: Hidden News
Floods happened in Tibet, but people in China cannot see all the news.
2026-08-28 · world
Collapsed Glacier Causes Devastating Floods in Nepal-Tibet
A broken glacier in the mountains caused very bad floods in Nepal and Tibet.
2026-08-27 · world
Glacier Collapse Causes Devastating Nepal-Tibet Floods
Scientists believe a fallen glacier caused big floods in Nepal and Tibet.
2026-08-26 · world
Flash Flood in Nepal Kills Many, Sweeps Away Villages
A flash flood in Nepal killed many people and damaged villages near the Tibet border.
2026-08-25 · world
Iran Responds to US Sanctions
Iran says it is ready for new money rules from the US.
2026-08-24 · world
Taliban's Rule and Changes in Afghanistan
The BBC reports on how the Taliban controls Afghanistan and reshapes the country five years after their return.
2026-08-23 · world
US and Canada Trade Conflict Begins
The US and Canada have started a trade war over new import taxes on goods.
2026-08-22 · world
Canada and US Trade Dispute: New Tariffs Announced
Canada and the US are having problems with trade.
2026-08-21 · world
Israel Re-establishes West Bank Settlement
Israel has reopened a settlement in the West Bank, causing concern for local people.
2026-08-20 · world
Kyiv Attack: Many People Died
A big attack happened in Kyiv, Ukraine, and many buildings were hit.
2026-08-19 · world
Ukraine: Minister Sacked, Calls for Election Under Martial Law
A Ukrainian minister wants an election, but existing martial law prevents it from happening now.
2026-08-18 · world
Russia Warns UK Over Drones for Ukraine
Russia is angry because the UK gave drones to Ukraine.
2026-08-17 · world
US Reduces Military Drills with South Korea
President Trump decided to make military exercises with South Korea smaller.
2026-08-16 · world
News from Ukraine: Attacks and Accusations
Russia launched new attacks in Ukraine, and five people died.
2026-08-15 · world
Indonesia Earthquake: Rescue Efforts Underway
A strong earthquake hit Indonesia, and rescue workers are looking for survivors.
2026-08-14 · world
Heavy Rain in Japan: Deaths and Disruptions
Strong rain in Japan caused problems, including deaths and power cuts.
2026-08-13 · world
Nobel Winner: Putin Cannot Win in Ukraine
A Nobel Peace Prize winner says Russia's leader cannot win the war in Ukraine.
2026-08-12 · world
Colombia Earthquake: Rescuers Work After Deadly Event
Rescuers are looking for people after a big earthquake in Colombia.
2026-08-11 · world
President Trump's Secret Plane Swap
President Trump used a clever plan to change planes secretly after a meeting in Turkey.
2026-08-10 · world
Deadly Strike in Russia's Tatarstan Region
Ukrainian drones attacked a region in Russia, causing many deaths.
2026-08-09 · world
News: Israel and West Bank Sites
Israel plans to take land in the West Bank, which makes some people unhappy.
2026-08-08 · world
News: Missile Attacks Near Kyiv
Russian missile attacks near Kyiv killed three people, including a child.
2026-08-07 · world
Meta Fined for Child Safety Issues: A Big Payment
Meta, a big social media company, must pay a lot of money because of child safety problems.
2026-08-06 · world
Russia's Attacks on Ukraine's Black Sea Coast
Russia recently attacked Ukraine's coast, damaging ships and docks in cities like Odesa.
2026-08-05 · world
News from Ukraine: A Russian Strike Kills at Least 17
A recent Russian attack caused deaths and hit important places in Ukraine.
2026-08-04 · world
Migrants Rescued After Boat Fire in the Channel
French authorities reported that a boat carrying over 150 migrants caught fire while trying to cross to the UK.
2026-08-03 · world
Iran and Talks: What is Happening?
Iran says no new talks with the US will start soon.
2026-08-02 · world
Trump Cancels Iran Strikes for a Deal
US President Trump decided not to attack Iran because a deal was possible.
2026-08-01 · world
Spain and Italy Disagree on Migrant Crossings
Spain and Italy are having a disagreement about people crossing borders into Europe.
2026-07-31 · world
Many Migrants Enter Ceuta: A News Lesson
Nearly 49,000 migrants arrived in the Spanish city of Ceuta very quickly.
2026-07-30 · world
US Strikes Iran: New Attacks Start Again
The US and Iran have started fighting again with missile attacks after a quiet time.
2026-07-29 · world
More than 100 Aftershocks Hit Japan After Powerful Quake that Killed 13
Japan experienced many earthquakes, and people need to stay safe.
2026-07-28 · world
Ukraine's Leader Visits Washington for Air Defences
Ukraine's leader will talk with Trump about air defenses.
2026-07-27 · world
Oil Price Change: US and Iran Talks
The price of oil went down because the US and Iran stopped fighting to talk.
2026-07-26 · world
Berlin Pride Attack: Police Search for Suspect
Police are looking for a person after a car hit people at a Pride event in Berlin, Germany.
2026-07-25 · world
Trump Speaks at Dinner for Press
Donald Trump attended a special dinner for journalists.
2026-07-24 · world
Wildfires Spread in France: Thousands Evacuated
Thousands of people left a French tourist area because of big fires.
2026-07-23 · world
US and Saudi Arabia Make Nuclear Energy Agreement
The United States and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement for peaceful nuclear energy use.
2026-07-22 · world
Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Online Retailer Wildberries
Ukrainian drones recently attacked storage buildings belonging to the Russian online company Wildberries.
2026-07-21 · world
USA Puts High Taxes on Canadian Products: Trade Problems Grow
This news is about new taxes on products from Canada by the USA, which are causing problems between the two countries.
2026-07-20 · world
US Soldiers Killed and Injured in Recent Attacks
Recent attacks have caused deaths and injuries among US soldiers in different countries.
2026-07-19 · world
US and Iran Exchange Strikes
The United States and Iran are exchanging attacks after soldiers died.
2026-07-18 · world
US Strikes and Iran's Response: A News Brief
The US launched military attacks against Iran for seven nights, and Iran responded by attacking US allies.
2026-07-17 · world
US Actions: Strikes and a Ship Boarding
The US launched new strikes and boarded a ship, while Iran reported damage to civilian structures.
2026-07-16 · world
Protests in Ukraine: Defence Minister Removed
People in Ukraine are unhappy because the president removed a minister.
2026-07-15 · world
US and Iran Tensions Increase
The US President promised to attack Iran's infrastructure if the country does not agree to talks.
2026-07-14 · world
Bangkok Fire: Locked Doors and Many Deaths
A fire in Bangkok caused many deaths because doors were locked and escape was difficult.
2026-07-13 · world
Bangkok Bar Fire: Many People Killed and Injured
A terrible fire happened at a bar in Bangkok, causing many deaths and injuries.
2026-07-12 · world
US Launches Strikes as Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz
The US recently launched attacks because of an incident involving a ship near Iran.
2026-07-11 · world
US Wants Iran to Stop Shooting at Ships
The US wants Iran to promise to stop attacking ships.
2026-07-10 · world
Wildfire in Spain: Sad News from Los Gallardos
A big fire in southern Spain caused many deaths and some people are still missing.
2026-07-09 · world
US and Iran Trade Attacks: News for Learners
The United States and Iran recently exchanged military attacks.
2026-07-08 · world
US and Iran: Ceasefire is Over
The president says the fighting between the US and Iran has stopped.
2026-07-07 · world
Zelensky Asks Nato for More Air Defence
Ukrainian President Zelensky will ask Nato for more air defence systems in Turkey.
2026-07-06 · world
Ukraine: Massive Attack on Kyiv Reported
Ukraine reports a large attack on Kyiv with many missiles and drones.
2026-07-05 · world
Iran's Leader Absent from Important Funeral
Iran's top leader was not at an important funeral for an ayatollah.