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Six children were rescued by coastguards at Aberavon Beach in Port Talbot after they encountered serious difficulties in the water on Sunday evening. Two children were taken to the hospital, while four others made their own way there following a major rescue operation involving the Port Talbot RNLI Lifeboat, police, and local volunteers. Want More Context? 🔎

A drone will be deployed to locate Natalia Nagovitsina, a 47-year-old Russian climber stranded at nearly 23,000 ft on Pobeda Peak in Kyrgyzstan after fracturing her leg on August 12. Extreme weather has complicated rescue efforts, leading to the death of Italian climber Luca Sinigaglia during a rescue attempt, while search leader Dmitry Grekov expresses doubts about her survival. Want More Context? 🔎

Erin Patterson, 50, was convicted of murdering three relatives by poisoning them with death cap mushrooms during a July 2023 lunch in Victoria, Australia. Ian Wilkinson, the sole survivor, offered her forgiveness in a heartfelt statement during her pre-sentencing hearing, highlighting the profound loss and trauma experienced by both families. Want More Context? 🔎

Jake Haro, arrested last week, participated in the search for his missing seven-month-old son, Emmanuel, near a California highway. Authorities now believe Emmanuel was not kidnapped and is likely deceased, prompting investigations and searches using cadaver dogs, while both parents remain in custody amid growing public concern and tributes for the missing child. Want More Context? 🔎

Four journalists, including prominent figures Mariam Abu Dagga and Mohammed Salama, were killed in an Israeli missile strike on the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younnis, Gaza, during a 'double-tap' attack while they were reporting on the humanitarian crisis. This incident is part of a broader pattern of violence, with nearly 270 journalists reported killed in the ongoing conflict over the past 22 months. Want More Context? 🔎

As the August Bank Holiday approaches, shoppers planning to visit supermarkets should check local opening hours, as many stores, including ASDA, Co-op, Aldi, and Tesco, will have varying schedules. Most larger supermarkets will operate during normal hours, while smaller branches may close earlier; it’s advisable to use store locators for the latest information. Want More Context? 🔎