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How you can help some of the 40 million people in South Asia affected by floods and the changing climate

It's a huge injustice that people are pushed deeper into poverty by a changing climate, when they've contributed the least to the problem. More than 30 million people have been affected in India and more than 12,000 schools have been damaged in the state of Bihar. Now, we are seeing more than 600,000 people forced to flee their homes in Bangladesh. Around 65,000 homes and 70 schools have been destroyed in Nepal.

North Korea warns of more 'gift packages' for the US

North Korea is ready to send 'more gift packages' to the United States, one of its top diplomats said today, dismissing the international uproar over his country's latest and biggest nuclear weapons test.

Myanmar's rapes, beheadings and beatings: How the regime's persecution of the Rohingya minority is escalating

Myanmar's blocking of vital aid to thousands of desperate civilians fleeing persecution is the latest in an appalling number of atrocities committed against the Rohingya.

'Law & Order: SVU' season 19 plot spoilers, latest news: Upcoming season to feature episodes tackling Charlottesville riot and other timely issues

The new season of "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" is drawing nearer, and fans of the show are excited for the comeback of the award-winning series. Season 19 will bring quite a revelation for the show's viewers, as some of its episodes will tackle some of the most talked-about controversies that have happened in the recent months.

Supermarket chain Lidl airbrushes Christian cross out of the picture

A 'fake food' scandal has hit the German supermarket chain Lidl after the Christian cross was edited out of pictures of a Greek Orthodox church in packaging on Greek food such as feta.

'Dragonball Xenoverse 2' for Nintendo Switch latest news: New trailer released, showcases new features in upcoming game version

Although "Dragonball Xenoverse 2" has been around for a while, it was only released for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC platforms. Nintendo Switch users are still waiting for the game's release, which, thankfully, is only a few days away. The Nintendo Switch version of "Dragonball Xenoverse 2" will be released on Sept. 7. However, players from the US and Europe may have to wait until Sept. 22.

Coptic Pope tells young people on Australia visit: 'Fight for what is right' and oppose gay marriage

Coptic Pope Tawadros II is urging young Copts to 'fight for what is right' and vote against same-sex marriage in the upcoming plebiscite.

Prince William and Kate are expecting their third child

Kensington Palace has announced that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their third child after Prince George and Princess Charlotte. The Queen is said to be 'delighted'.

Joel Osteen defends Lakewood Church over Harvey response

Under fire megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has hit back at critics who claim he initially refused to open his 16,000 capacity building to flood victims after Hurricane Harvey in Texas.

Pakistan: Christian boy beaten to death in his classroom

A Christian Pakistani teenager was beaten to death by his Muslim classmates on his fourth day at his new school in the Vehari District of Punjab, Pakistan.

iPhone 8 release date rumors: Apple sends out cryptic invitation for September event

For weeks, there has been a ton of debate over when will Apple hold their prestigious launching event this year. Every year, the multinational technology company holds a press event for the release of new models for iPhones and other gadgets, which they usually hold in September. This year is no exception, as Apple has officially set a date for their event, which will take place on Sept. 12.

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