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1. This Afghan says Canada is abandoning her in a country where it feels like it's a 'mistake' to be a woman

   

   An Afghan woman who hopes to make it to Canada describes worsening conditions for women living under Taliban rule.

2. Republican Mitch McConnell returns to U.S. Senate after 3-month absence

   

   Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to the U.S. Senate on Monday for the first time since June 14, when he was hospitalized after a fall in his home.

3. Houthis attack more Saudi targets as regional talks with Iran postponed

   

   Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched a new attack on Saudi Arabia on Monday and Gulf Arab states postponed planned talks with Iran, raising concerns the Middle East conflict could spread further and threaten global oil supplies.

4. Emmys 2026 winners list: The TV shows that took top honours

   

   The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are here, celebrating the biggest shows, brightest stars and performances from this past year.

5. What we know about Carney's push for a 'unique alliance' with the EU

   

   Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Canada plans to begin discussions on a "unique alliance" with the 27-nation European Union that will be based on shared values but be short of a full membership. Conservative MPs have replied that Canadians should be concerned about becoming the "28th EU state." Here's what we know so far.