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US supplies most of the world’s plasma. No country depends on it more than China | CNN
The US supplies 70% of the world’s plasma. China’s heavy reliance on its biggest geopolitical rival for this critical ingredient leaves its patients vulnerable.

US-Iran war latest: Iran’s hardline new security chief issues stark threat to Gulf states ahead of fresh US sanctions | CNN
Mohsen Rezeai also threatened to halt oil flow out of the Strait of Hormuz should any neighboring countries join the US’ economic crackdown. Follow for live updates.

It’s ‘Black August’ in Russia, but Putin is sweeping this summer’s crisis under the rug | CNN
“Black August,” or “the August curse,” has become a sort of journalistic shorthand in Russia for dramatic crises that seem to happen in the last weeks of summer. But amid the uneasy speculation this year, Putin has projected his usual aura of confidence.

Man leaves tired 7-year-old son alone on Japan’s Mount Fuji during family hike | CNN
A man who left his tired 7-year-old son to wait alone on Japan’s Mount Fuji while he continued a family hike has been reprimanded by police.
Fast-growing Hawk Fire forces evacuations in Reno, Nevada governor declares emergency | CNN
A fast-growing brush fire forced residents of northwestern Reno from their homes Saturday night and prompted Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo to declare a state of emergency in Washoe County.

‘Loneliness influencers’ have become popular for living life alone. Now, they’ve found a community | CNN
The rise of “loneliness influencers” on social media shows how being alone doesn’t mean you have to hate your life. And for some, it has brought a sense of community.

This immigrant left the US for Canada. Something stood out to her at the border | CNN
Canada made it harder to seek asylum at its border. Some Haitians are still trying after losing Temporary Protected Status in the United States.

A new app is bringing Vine back, with a very 2026 twist | CNN Business
Millennials, rejoice … the beloved video app Vine is being resurrected.

A 10-year-old was struggling in a rip current when a stranger became her hero. Now two families are forever linked | CNN
A Georgia teacher was enjoying a day at the beach before the start of the new school year when he heard a cry for help. He didn’t hesitate to act.