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World - / Aug 31, 2026 - US breaks weeks-long Iran strike lull by targeting Larak island; Tehran hits American bases in Middle East - In a sudden escalation, US forces targeted Iranian rocket launchers near Larak Island, disturbing an ongoing quiet period. Iran retaliated, showcasing missiles aimed at Jordan, where Jordanian forces successfully intercepted eight threats early Monday. Meanwhile, the US military noted Iranian efforts to deploy sea mines in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, contributing to a rise in oil prices as crude values surged after the military action.

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World - / Aug 31, 2026 - Workers restoring a medieval English house found 800 years of hidden history, including... A conservation project at Dunstable's Priory House has revealed eight centuries of hidden history. Nationally important wall paintings and sealed medieval doorways were discovered during the extensive restoration. Scientific tests confirm the building's early 13th-century origins as part of Dunstable Priory. Protective symbols, known as witch marks, were carved into old timber and stonework. The building is expected to reopen as a community heritage hub in early 2027.

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