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Former US president Barack Obama took to the stage at the Democratic National Convention in support of Kamala Harris's bid for the White House.

Mr Obama chanted with the crowd “Yes, she can” – a spin on a phrase he used in his own campaign, as the Democratic National Convention continued in Chicago.

Gaza remained a hot topic. Independent senator Bernie Sanders called for an immediate ceasefire, while protests continued outside the venue.

Iran-backed Iraqi militias say their truce with the US is over.

A high-ranking militia official told The National the truce meant to give the Iraqi government time to negotiate the withdrawal of US troops has ended.

The decision comes after an air strike on a militia base that killed four fighters last month, as well as a rocket attack on an airbase housing US troops.

And pupils are gearing up to return to classrooms across the Emirates next week.

Monday, August 26, will mark the first day back at school after a long summer break.

Depending on the curriculum, the date either starts a new academic year or ends mid-term holidays.