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El-Sayed seeks Obama help in Michigan Senate race

August 9, 2026 |

Abdul El-Sayed said he hopes Barack Obama will campaign for him after his narrow Michigan Democratic Senate primary win. Democrats are rallying behind El-Sayed as Republicans, including Donald Trump, intensify attacks ahead of a competitive race against Mike Rogers.

Two die after boat capsizes near Liberty Island

August 9, 2026 |

Crime and US

A 27-year-old woman and a 5-month-old baby died after a boat overturned near Liberty Island in New York Harbor. Manuel Hernandez, 46, was arrested on 13 counts of reckless endangerment as authorities investigate whether the trip was an illegal charter operation.

Ed Case defeats progressive challenger in Hawaii primary

August 9, 2026 |

Politics and US

Rep. Ed Case defeated state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole in Hawaii’s 1st District Democratic primary, with the AP reporting Case at 60% with 91% of votes counted. Case will face Republican Adriel Lam in November in the Democratic-leaning district.

Key takeaways: Heather Boyd won a seat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, giving the Democrats a one-seat majority in the House. The Democrats will…

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Germany warns of hybrid attacks after drone incidents

August 9, 2026 |

Crime, Politics and World

Germany’s military confirmed two drones were spotted over a base in Mechernich days after an explosive-laden drone was found at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said Germany is the daily target of hybrid warfare, while Russia denied accusations linked to the Leipzig incident.

UAE extradites alleged cartel boss Daniel Kinahan to Ireland

August 9, 2026 |

Crime and World

Daniel Kinahan, accused of leading a transnational Irish crime group, has been extradited from Dubai to Ireland and is expected to appear before the Special Criminal Court in Dublin. U.S. and European authorities have linked the Kinahan network to drug trafficking, money laundering, firearms trafficking and murder.

Roman shipwreck with ancient jars found off Sicily

August 9, 2026 |

Science and World

Italian divers have discovered a Roman shipwreck more than 2,000 years old off Sicily, still laden with hundreds of ancient amphorae. Officials say the site will be protected while experts investigate the vessel and its cargo.

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