Simple English News Daily Friday 5th September 2025. Argentina painting. Portugal funicular crash. Indonesia protests. Afghanistan earthquakes. Ukraine update...
Sep 4, 2025
A stolen painting from Argentina's past has finally been recovered, shining a light on history. In the U.S., military efforts target drug cartels while Nigeria faces tragedy from a boat disaster. Protests erupt in Indonesia, and Afghanistan grapples with devastating earthquakes. Meanwhile, Ukraine experiences civilian casualties amidst ongoing conflict. Additionally, a funicular crash in Portugal brings sorrow, and the fashion world mourns the loss of Giorgio Armani.
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Recovered Nazi-Stolen Painting
- A stolen Fra Galgario painting taken by Nazis was traced to a house for sale in Argentina via a Dutch newspaper photo.
- The owner, Patricia Cadgian, returned the painting to Argentina's prosecutor's office after police searched the house.
US Escalates Action Against Drug Gangs
- The US used military drones to kill 11 suspected cartel members on a boat leaving Venezuela, signalling direct military action against drug gangs.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio framed this as part of a broader US campaign against 'narco-terrorist organisations'.
Deadly Boat Capsize In Nigeria
- A boat capsizing in Nigeria's Niger state killed at least 60 people with over 50 rescued, according to local authorities.
- The Management Emergency Agency reported the rescue figures amid the deadly river accident.