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Earth news — August 29, 2026

Publications tagged with Earth published on August 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

15 publications

  2. WorldMiddle EastUnited KingdomEarth

    UK Ambassador Assures No Downgrade in Russia Relations

    The British Ambassador to Moscow, Nigel Casey, has stated that the United Kingdom has no desire or plans to downgrade its diplomatic relations with Russia. Despite ongoing tensions, Casey remains open to discussions and will visit Arkhangelsk on Monday to mark the 85th anniversary of the 'Dervish' convoy, which delivered supplies to the Soviet Union during World War II.
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  4. WorldRegulatorsCivil RightsMiddle EastEarth

    Pensioners Scammed Out of Millions by Phone and Courier Fraud

    In recent incidents, elderly pensioners across Russia have been targeted and defrauded of large sums of money by phone scammers working with couriers. In Moscow, a 78-year-old woman lost over 17.2 million rubles after being tricked into 'declaring' her savings following a fake water meter check. Similarly, a 70-year-old pensioner in St. Petersburg was scammed out of 600,000 rubles by a fraudster posing as a younger individual. Another case involved a 17-year-old courier stealing 1.3 million rubles from pensioners in Vladimir. These scams often exploit the elderly's fear for their loved ones or use deceitful tactics to gain access to their savings.
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  5. WorldAfricaMiddle EastEarth

    Neighbors Complain About Power Outages and Generator Noise in La Plata

    Residents of La Plata, particularly in Tolosa and the Historic Center, have been dealing with persistent power outages and noise from generators since a fire at an Edelap substation on February 17. The outages have lasted for hours, affecting daily life and causing frustration among neighbors. Edelap has been working to restore power and remove generators, but the process has been slow, and some residents are still experiencing cuts and noise. The company has faced criticism for its response and has been fined 700 million pesos by the provincial control organism, Oceba, for the widespread blackout.
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  6. WorldEarthEnergy Sci

    Ocean Temperatures Hit Record High Amid El Niño Concerns

    Ocean temperatures have reached record highs, according to Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). The average surface temperature in August 2026 was 21.1°C (70°F), exceeding the previous maximum of 21.09°C set in March 2024. Experts warn that this record-breaking temperature, typically reached in March-April, is unusual and could have severe consequences for marine ecosystems and coastal populations. The El Niño phenomenon, which adds heat to the already warming oceans, is expected to peak between November 2026 and January 2027.
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  9. WorldEarth

    St. Petersburg Welcomes Autumn with Rain and Cyclones

    St. Petersburg is bidding farewell to summer with rain and cyclones. The city experienced its last day of summer on August 31st with temperatures reaching up to +22 degrees, but rain and thunderstorms were prevalent. Autumn officially arrived on September 1st with warm temperatures but persistent rain. The weather is influenced by cyclonic vortices, causing cloudy skies and strong winds. Rain is expected to continue until the end of the day on September 2nd and may last for at least a week.
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  10. WorldChinaEarth

    Rosstat Reveals Average Daily Calorie Intake of Russians in 2025

    Rosstat has published data on the nutrition of Russians for 2025. The average daily calorie content of the diet was 2558.8 kcal, with approximately 307 g of carbohydrates, 110 g of fats, and 82 g of proteins consumed per day. The energy value of the diet has remained relatively stable compared to 2024. Regional variations are significant, with residents of Chechnya consuming the most calories (3834.6 kcal) and those in the Republic of Altai consuming the least (1967 kcal).
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  11. SocietyNorth AmericaUkraineEarth

    Moldovan Teachers' Protest Suspended; Dialogue with Authorities to Begin

    The Federation of Education and Science Trade Unions in Moldova has decided to suspend the planned protest on September 1, 2026. This decision comes after the Prime Minister, Vasile Tofan, committed to increasing the salaries of budget sector workers, including teachers, starting January 1, 2027. The unions will now prioritize dialogue with the authorities, with negotiations set to begin on September 1. The Federation has emphasized that suspending protests does not mean abandoning demands and that they will closely monitor the implementation of the commitments made by the authorities.
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  13. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Russian Attacks Cause Fires in Kyiv Residential Buildings

    Multiple fires broke out in residential buildings in Kyiv's Svyatoshynsky district due to Russian attacks using drones. The incidents occurred overnight on August 29, with no casualties reported. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fires, preventing them from spreading to neighboring apartments. The attacks are part of Russia's ongoing strikes against Kyiv and the region.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastEarthPublic Health

    Deadly Floods Devastate Nepal-Tibet Border

    A sudden flood triggered by an ice-rock avalanche has swept through the border between Nepal and Tibet, leaving at least 160 people dead and hundreds missing. The flood, which occurred on June 26, was caused by an ice-rock avalanche that fell into the Lhende River, temporarily blocking its course. When the natural barrier collapsed, a violent flood downstream devastated everything in its path. Videos show the scale of the disaster, with mudslides and walls of water engulfing buildings and sweeping away people.
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