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Everything you need to know about the world this morning, curated by VICE.Trump to Deepen US Involvement in Afghan War
President Trump has set out his vision for a renewed US war effort in Afghanistan, explaining, "We are not nation-building again. We are killing terrorists." Trump, who had previously urged President Obama to "stop wasting our money on rebuilding Afghanistan," said he realized "a hasty withdrawal would create a vacuum" for terrorists. He gave no indication of how large an increase in troop numbers to expect during his Monday night speech in Arlington, Virginia.—VICE NewsCharlottesville Residents Vent Anger at City Council Meeting
Hundreds of irate Charlottesville residents shouted down councilors at the first formal gathering of the city's leadership since a deadly white supremacist rally. Locals also condemned the police force for its handling of the violence at the August 12 incident. Some protesters jumped on the councilors' bench with a banner that read: "Blood on your hands."—CBS NewsMan Accused of Trying to Blow Up Confederate Statue in Houston
A 25-year-old man has been charged with attempting to destroy a Confederate statue in a Houston park. Andrew Schneck faced charges Monday after being detained by a ranger who found him in the bushes near the General Dowling memorial with materials "capable to produce a viable explosive device."—ABC NewsPhiladelphia Train Crash Leaves 42 People Injured
Forty-two people were injured in a collision between two trains in suburban Philadelphia, according to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. An incoming train hit a stationary one in the 69th Street Terminal shortly after midnight. At least four people experienced serious wounds, said Nicholas Micozzie, mayor of the Upper Darby area.—APSpanish Police Kill Barcelona Van Suspect
Spanish police shot and killed the man suspected of driving a van into a crowded street in Barcelona last week, killing 13 people. Found in a rural area 25 miles outside of the city, Younes Abouyaaqoub had reportedly put on a phony bomb belt and cried "Allahu Akbar" before he was shot.—BBC NewsTwo Killed as Earthquake Rocks Italian Island
At least two people have been killed and roughly 40 others wounded after an earthquake struck Italy's Ischia island Monday night. One victim died when they were caught under a collapsing church. A seven-month-old baby was among those freed from debris.—VICE NewsIndian Supreme Court Bans Swift Islamic Divorce
India's Supreme Court has halted legal use of a swift type of Islamic divorce called the "triple talaq." Indian law had allowed Muslim men to end a marriage by saying "talaq" three times, but the court ruled in favor of suspending the divorce method for six months to allow lawmakers to introduce new legislation.—VICE NewsUN Report Accuses North Korea of Trying to Send Shipments to Syria
Experts working for the UN claim North Korea has tried to ship unspecified materials to Syria, but failed after the cargo was intercepted by two unnamed countries. The experts, who released their findings in a report, believe the banned shipments were bound for the government agency behind Syria's chemical weapons development.—ReutersCleveland Players Kneel During National Anthem
Twelve Cleveland Browns players kneeled in protest during the national anthem at Monday night's game with the New York Giants. The Browns' rookie safety Jabrill Peppers said they wanted to pray for people impacted by "racial and social injustices."—ESPNTreasury Secretary's Wife Calls Taxes a 'Sacrifice'
Louise Linton, wife of Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, described taxes as a "sacrifice" during an Instagram spat over the couple's lifestyle. Linton responded to criticism by writing: "Have you given more to the economy than me and my husband?"—VICE NewsMajority of US Disapproves of Trump's Response to Charlottesville
A Washington Post-ABC News poll shows 56 percent of Americans disapprove of President Trump's response to the white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, while 28 percent approve. Among Republicans, 62 percent approve of his handling of events.—The Washington PostBonnie Tyler Sings 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' During Total Eclipse
Bonnie Tyler sang "Total Eclipse of the Heart" at the moment the moon blocked out the sun while performing on the Oasis of the Seas cruise in the Caribbean. The singer was joined on the ship's stage by Joe Jonas and his band DNCE.—NoiseyNew Yorker Facing Eviction for Displaying Confederate Flags
A landlord in Manhattan has filed a lawsuit to evict a tenant whose prominently displayed Confederate flags appear to have led a local to throw rocks at the place. The property owner also alleges William Green has thrown garbage from his apartment, hurled a TV down the stairs, and blared offensive music in the building.—VICEUS Wasted $160 Million on E-Payment Venture in Afghanistan
The latest report by the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction shows the US spent $160 million trying to get Afghan authorities to use an e-payment system between 2009 and 2017. Though US officials aimed for 75 percent of all customs transactions to be paid electronically by 2017, today, fewer than 1 percent actually are.—Motherboard
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President Trump has set out his vision for a renewed US war effort in Afghanistan, explaining, "We are not nation-building again. We are killing terrorists." Trump, who had previously urged President Obama to "stop wasting our money on rebuilding Afghanistan," said he realized "a hasty withdrawal would create a vacuum" for terrorists. He gave no indication of how large an increase in troop numbers to expect during his Monday night speech in Arlington, Virginia.—VICE NewsCharlottesville Residents Vent Anger at City Council Meeting
Hundreds of irate Charlottesville residents shouted down councilors at the first formal gathering of the city's leadership since a deadly white supremacist rally. Locals also condemned the police force for its handling of the violence at the August 12 incident. Some protesters jumped on the councilors' bench with a banner that read: "Blood on your hands."—CBS News
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A 25-year-old man has been charged with attempting to destroy a Confederate statue in a Houston park. Andrew Schneck faced charges Monday after being detained by a ranger who found him in the bushes near the General Dowling memorial with materials "capable to produce a viable explosive device."—ABC NewsPhiladelphia Train Crash Leaves 42 People Injured
Forty-two people were injured in a collision between two trains in suburban Philadelphia, according to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. An incoming train hit a stationary one in the 69th Street Terminal shortly after midnight. At least four people experienced serious wounds, said Nicholas Micozzie, mayor of the Upper Darby area.—AP
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Spanish police shot and killed the man suspected of driving a van into a crowded street in Barcelona last week, killing 13 people. Found in a rural area 25 miles outside of the city, Younes Abouyaaqoub had reportedly put on a phony bomb belt and cried "Allahu Akbar" before he was shot.—BBC NewsTwo Killed as Earthquake Rocks Italian Island
At least two people have been killed and roughly 40 others wounded after an earthquake struck Italy's Ischia island Monday night. One victim died when they were caught under a collapsing church. A seven-month-old baby was among those freed from debris.—VICE News
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India's Supreme Court has halted legal use of a swift type of Islamic divorce called the "triple talaq." Indian law had allowed Muslim men to end a marriage by saying "talaq" three times, but the court ruled in favor of suspending the divorce method for six months to allow lawmakers to introduce new legislation.—VICE NewsUN Report Accuses North Korea of Trying to Send Shipments to Syria
Experts working for the UN claim North Korea has tried to ship unspecified materials to Syria, but failed after the cargo was intercepted by two unnamed countries. The experts, who released their findings in a report, believe the banned shipments were bound for the government agency behind Syria's chemical weapons development.—Reuters
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Twelve Cleveland Browns players kneeled in protest during the national anthem at Monday night's game with the New York Giants. The Browns' rookie safety Jabrill Peppers said they wanted to pray for people impacted by "racial and social injustices."—ESPNTreasury Secretary's Wife Calls Taxes a 'Sacrifice'
Louise Linton, wife of Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, described taxes as a "sacrifice" during an Instagram spat over the couple's lifestyle. Linton responded to criticism by writing: "Have you given more to the economy than me and my husband?"—VICE NewsMajority of US Disapproves of Trump's Response to Charlottesville
A Washington Post-ABC News poll shows 56 percent of Americans disapprove of President Trump's response to the white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, while 28 percent approve. Among Republicans, 62 percent approve of his handling of events.—The Washington PostBonnie Tyler Sings 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' During Total Eclipse
Bonnie Tyler sang "Total Eclipse of the Heart" at the moment the moon blocked out the sun while performing on the Oasis of the Seas cruise in the Caribbean. The singer was joined on the ship's stage by Joe Jonas and his band DNCE.—NoiseyNew Yorker Facing Eviction for Displaying Confederate Flags
A landlord in Manhattan has filed a lawsuit to evict a tenant whose prominently displayed Confederate flags appear to have led a local to throw rocks at the place. The property owner also alleges William Green has thrown garbage from his apartment, hurled a TV down the stairs, and blared offensive music in the building.—VICEUS Wasted $160 Million on E-Payment Venture in Afghanistan
The latest report by the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction shows the US spent $160 million trying to get Afghan authorities to use an e-payment system between 2009 and 2017. Though US officials aimed for 75 percent of all customs transactions to be paid electronically by 2017, today, fewer than 1 percent actually are.—Motherboard