Skip to content
LIVE
Flash
The UN General Assembly voted 164 to 1 to encourage adoption of map projections that more accurately represent continent sizes, moving away from the 16th-century Mercator projection that distorts Africa and Latin America. The resolution, presented by Togo and backed by the African Union, faced opposition only from the United States, which warned of a radical ideological project.A six-week-old infant in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania died from measles, the county coroner confirmed Friday. The death is one of two measles-related deaths in the county last week, as the United States reaches 3,134 cases—a 35-year record.Trump said the US might attack Pickaxe, a mountain complex near Natanz suspected of holding highly enriched uranium reserves. Trump characterized the six-month military confrontation with Iran as minor, while Iran denied nuclear activities at the site, calling the accusations a pretext for aggression.Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops have removed Hezbollah fighters from tunnel networks beneath the Ali al-Taher ridge. On Friday, Lebanese health authorities said Israeli strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon killed three people and wounded 23.US diesel hit an all-time high of $5.85 per gallon, a 58 percent increase from $3.71 a year earlier. The surge follows US and Israel military action against Iran in late February, straining global energy supplies.Real Betis defeated Real Madrid 1-0 in La Liga, ending José Mourinho's perfect start to his second spell in charge. Troy Parrott scored the winning goal, and Kylian Mbappé missed a late penalty that would have leveled the match.World number one Aryna Sabalenka stopped play during her third-round victory over Kamilla Rakhimova at the US Open on Friday after noticing cannabis smoke wafting into Louis Armstrong Stadium. The issue arose during her second service game when Sabalenka, already leading 3-0, alerted umpire Eva Asderaki-Moore.Five retro-style video games have been added to the White House website to advance President Trump's policy goals. The collection has gained online traction, including one game in which an eagle transports a bill across Washington's National Mall.Brazil forward Gabriel Martinelli has transferred from Premier League champions Arsenal to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on a four-season contract. The deal is the most expensive in the Saudi Pro League this summer, with Martinelli valued at approximately 45 million euros.Two fresh incidents targeting the country's electricity grid drew police attention on Friday, according to Bild newspaper. The developments intensified security concerns following Berlin's accusation that Russia attempted a drone strike at Leipzig airport.The UN General Assembly voted 164 to 1 to encourage adoption of map projections that more accurately represent continent sizes, moving away from the 16th-century Mercator projection that distorts Africa and Latin America. The resolution, presented by Togo and backed by the African Union, faced opposition only from the United States, which warned of a radical ideological project.A six-week-old infant in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania died from measles, the county coroner confirmed Friday. The death is one of two measles-related deaths in the county last week, as the United States reaches 3,134 cases—a 35-year record.Trump said the US might attack Pickaxe, a mountain complex near Natanz suspected of holding highly enriched uranium reserves. Trump characterized the six-month military confrontation with Iran as minor, while Iran denied nuclear activities at the site, calling the accusations a pretext for aggression.Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops have removed Hezbollah fighters from tunnel networks beneath the Ali al-Taher ridge. On Friday, Lebanese health authorities said Israeli strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon killed three people and wounded 23.US diesel hit an all-time high of $5.85 per gallon, a 58 percent increase from $3.71 a year earlier. The surge follows US and Israel military action against Iran in late February, straining global energy supplies.Real Betis defeated Real Madrid 1-0 in La Liga, ending José Mourinho's perfect start to his second spell in charge. Troy Parrott scored the winning goal, and Kylian Mbappé missed a late penalty that would have leveled the match.World number one Aryna Sabalenka stopped play during her third-round victory over Kamilla Rakhimova at the US Open on Friday after noticing cannabis smoke wafting into Louis Armstrong Stadium. The issue arose during her second service game when Sabalenka, already leading 3-0, alerted umpire Eva Asderaki-Moore.Five retro-style video games have been added to the White House website to advance President Trump's policy goals. The collection has gained online traction, including one game in which an eagle transports a bill across Washington's National Mall.Brazil forward Gabriel Martinelli has transferred from Premier League champions Arsenal to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on a four-season contract. The deal is the most expensive in the Saudi Pro League this summer, with Martinelli valued at approximately 45 million euros.Two fresh incidents targeting the country's electricity grid drew police attention on Friday, according to Bild newspaper. The developments intensified security concerns following Berlin's accusation that Russia attempted a drone strike at Leipzig airport.
OrganisationDefenseTrending now at #12

Ali al-Taher ridge

2 stories from Sep 3, 2026 to Sep 4, 2026 · Defense desk

Kept in this browser. No account needed.
Stories
2
Desk
Defense
Rank
#12
First filed
Sep 3, 2026
Last filed
1 h ago

Latest

Related subjects

PersonRed Cross2 storiesOrganisationNabatieh2 storiesOrganisationHezbollah9 storiesCountryLebanon14 storiesEventCeasefire Talks6 storiesCountryIsrael94 storiesThemeMilitary39 storiesCountryIran113 stories