Obama to Leave 8400 U S Troops in Afghanistan
The White House says 8400 U S troops will remain in Afghanistan through Obama’s term to train and support Afghan security forces amid an insurgency. Afghan forces hold major cities but need airpower and advice as Taliban gains occur in remote areas.
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Floodwaters Halt Traffic in China City
A bus navigates a flooded Wuhan street as days of rain shut roads cut power and water and trapped residents. The Yangtze River city faced traffic halts and utility failures amid the deluge. The storm’s impact added to a wave of flooding affecting multiple regions and prompting emergency responses.
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East Coast heats up as first heat wave of season arrives
Extreme heat from the central and southern US shifts east, pushing temperatures into the 90s and near 100 across the Northeast. An excessive heat warning covers Philadelphia and a heat advisory for New York City, with air quality at risk for sensitive groups. The heat index could top 100 in many areas for several days.
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