World Report August 28: Thursday's top stories in 10 minutes
Aug 28, 2025
Recent drone strikes in Kyiv have left at least 14 dead, while wildfires in Canada pose serious health risks. The U.S. CDC faces turmoil with the abrupt dismissal of its director after less than a month. A vigil in Minneapolis mourns the victims of a tragic shooting linked to hate crimes. Meanwhile, international tensions rise as Kim Jong-un plans to meet with Putin at China’s Victory Day parade. Lastly, legal battles unfold over land disputes in Canada, shedding light on critical issues surrounding First Nations rights.
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Deadly Strike Hits Central Kyiv
- A drone and missile strike in central Kyiv killed at least 14 people and injured about 50, hitting schools and a mall.
- Officials warn casualties could rise as crews pull people from rubble and central Kyiv attacks remain rare.
Wildfire Smoke Reverses Air Gains
- 2023 wildfire smoke reversed air-quality gains, with over half of Canadians exposed above national standards during the season.
- Lifelong exposure at those levels could cut average life expectancy by roughly two years, says report authors.
Yellowknife Doctor's Wildfire Experience
- Dr. Courtney Howard saw two and a half months of wildfire smoke in Yellowknife starting in 2014 and studied health impacts first-hand.
- She reported doubling of asthma ER visits and a 50% rise in pneumonia during heavy smoke periods.