Modern conflict is extending into orbit. The article says a cyberattack on a commercial satellite system cut off thousands of modems in Ukraine and Central Europe before Russia’s invasion, while Russian satellites have made suspicious approaches to European communications satellites. Cyberattacks, jamming, kinetic weapons and even nuclear capabilities could make space assets targets.
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US-China-Russia space rivalry: How satellites could become the first strike in modern war
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino says he scrapped a plan to allow private investment in the World Cup following fierce backlash from football officials worldwide. ➡️https://u.afp.com/SrvX
FIFA president Gianni Infantino says he scrapped a plan to allow private investment in the World Cup following fierce backlash from football officials worldwide. ➡️https://u.afp.com/SrvX
A CGTN global online survey found that 93.1% of respondents believe China’s “new new three” industries—artificial intelligence, humanoid robots and biopharmaceuticals—showcase original technologies and intelligent solutions for international markets. Most respondents also expect them to move Chinese manufacturing toward greener, more technology-driven growth and a higher position in the global value chain.
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Colombian vlogger Fernando Munoz Bernal says ten trips to Xinjiang showed him a diverse region whose people were exceptionally kind. He argues that Western media have fostered misconceptions about Xinjiang and that people should travel there and see it for themselves.
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reached 3,532, including 1,556 deaths, public health authorities say. The outbreak spans five eastern provinces, with 807 patients in isolation or hospital care and 626 recoveries. Africa CDC cites funding, security and response-capacity constraints, while testing has expanded to more than 3,000 samples daily.
As heat waves sweep across the Northern Hemisphere, China’s summer economy is showing notable vitality and providing strong momentum for global growth. Readers are invited to take part in the survey and share their views.
Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik said the United States is involved in efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict solely for its own interests, including reaffirming its dominance and influence over implementation. He said Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for ending eight conflicts, while US actions unfold in brief, profitable episodes that reinforce American hegemony.
Police detained several protesters in Lahore, Pakistan, during a rally expressing solidarity with Pakistan-administered Kashmir. A banned Kashmiri activist group says clashes during regional elections this week have killed at least 30 people.
China’s Ministry of Commerce said on Saturday that the United States had no factual basis for adding Chinese companies to a list of entities it alleges use forced labour. The ministry said the US action disrupts the stability of global supply chains. Its statement rejects Washington’s accusation concerning Xinjiang and criticizes the wider impact of the listing on international commerce.
Researchers identified traces of a deliberately brewed cereal-based alcoholic drink, dating back about 2,300 years, inside a sealed garlic-shaped bronze flask excavated at the Shanjiabao cemetery in Guyuan, Ningxia. The sample is described as the best-preserved publicly reported alcoholic specimen from the Warring States period and offers evidence of Qin-era fermentation techniques.
The UK’s internationally watched motorsport event, the Goodwood Festival of Speed, features historic cars and a vibrant atmosphere. The piece offers a glimpse of the next-generation Alpine A110.
The U.S. Treasury entered the currency market on Friday to support the battered yen, according to the Financial Times. The report says Washington acted alongside Tokyo for the first time in more than a decade to bolster Japan’s currency. The yen has been languishing near four-decade lows, underscoring the pressure behind the intervention.
Pakistani officials said rescuers found the remains of American climber Sarah Mallory Geis after an avalanche struck an international group on Broad Peak. The remains of climbers from Oman and Nepal were also recovered, while searches continued for others, including renowned mountaineer Nirmal Purja. Weather temporarily halted operations.
South Korea’s exports grew more than expected in July. Global demand for chips and computers remained robust, driven by investment in artificial intelligence. That demand supported stronger export growth for the country during the month.
Ukraine says Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv overnight, killing at least nine people and injuring 23, including four children. Homes and a residential building were damaged and set ablaze, with parts of the building collapsing. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blamed interceptor shortages and said Ukrainian forces later struck targets in Russia and the Black Sea region.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said at least three people were killed and five injured, including a 17-year-old boy. The article says a massive Russian ballistic missile strike overnight on Aug. 1 killed at least nine people and wounded more than 30, damaging homes, a school, Lithuania’s embassy and infrastructure across the capital.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said about 50,000 Ukrainian service members had been killed and roughly 400,000 wounded, while estimating Russian military casualties at around 1.6 million, including about 700,000 killed. An ammunition detonation at a training ground in Khmelnytskyi Oblast injured three Ukrainian special forces members and left five unaccounted for. Zelensky also said Khartiia Brigade Commander Ihor Obolienskyi survived an assassination attempt.
Paramount Skydance Corp. has asked a federal judge to schedule a Nov. 4 trial. The case was brought by a group of states challenging the company’s planned merger with Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. The states that filed the lawsuit argue that April 5 would be a better date. The dispute currently centers on when the federal court should hear the case.
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians. The ruling is having consequences well beyond immigration courts. Haitian caregivers and the seniors who depend on their services are among those facing the ripple effects. The immigration crackdown is reaching communities that rely on this care.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the organization has dropped plans to establish a commercial entity linked to the World Cup. The proposed structure could have allowed outside investors to enter the tournament’s commercial sphere. Infantino said FIFA had abandoned the plan, without giving further details about the decision or any next steps.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn plans to sell stakes in FIFA competitions to private equity investors after widespread condemnation. UEFA called the reversal a “victory for the whole game,” but said Infantino and FIFA’s current leadership had lost its confidence and that rebuilding trust had only just begun.
The social-media-born character Chiikawa has drawn a large adult following for more than its cuteness. Its film adaptation has highlighted a strange, hard-to-explain appeal shaped by modern realism and the depth of a folktale.
An Iranian official quoted by Tasnim says comprehensive plans are in place to respond to any “mad” US strikes. The live page, covering the US-Israel war on Iran and Israel’s attacks on Gaza and Lebanon, is now closed.
Dr. Matthew Niemiller discovered a strikingly unusual fish in Alabama. Its appearance recalls creatures from science-fiction dramas and has drawn attention for that reason. The fish was given the scientific name Demogorgonichthys arcanus. The name is derived from the monster Demogorgon in Netflix’s television series “Stranger Things.”
Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy said on Friday that electricity prices for most household users would rise. Rates for the first residential consumption bracket will remain unchanged. Tariffs for other household consumption brackets will increase by an average of 12%.
Yoku Moku’s classic Cigare cookie, a department-store gift staple, has appeared at Tokyo Station as the novel dessert drink “Couche.” Its vanilla- and butter-scented langue de chat pastry is reshaped into a cup, making the item a major draw that has sold out daily.
A Reuters photograph from Friday’s cabinet meeting at Camp David shows U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent displaying a “to-do” list. The document indicated that Bessent was considering U.S. purchases of Japanese yen worth between $5 billion and $10 billion. The list was visible during President Donald Trump’s cabinet meeting.
A US Senate hearing revisited Republican claims that SARS-CoV-2 emerged from a Wuhan laboratory and renewed criticism of Anthony Fauci. Analysts said the session mainly exposed entrenched partisan divisions and added little after years of investigations, while experts have called several White House claims about the virus’s origins false.
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The Sharge Disk Pro 2 Ultra combines a portable SSD slot with a 4K HDMI 2.1 dock and USB-C hub, offering up to 8TB of storage, card readers, USB-A, and 80W passthrough charging. It can attach magnetically to phones, but its low-power design limits SSD power, and Switch 2 currently requires an 85W-or-higher USB-C PD charger.
President Donald Trump has directed the US military to launch a new attack on Iran, according to the Wall Street Journal. The newspaper said the operation could take place as soon as this weekend. The reported order points to a possible escalation in the military confrontation between the United States and Iran.
NPOs and other organizations are already providing supplies and other assistance in areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake. To speed recovery, a disaster intermediary support organization in Kumamoto Prefecture is coordinating efforts to prevent gaps and uneven distribution of aid.
Japan’s government is preparing for potentially prolonged evacuations after the Kumamoto earthquake. Measures include strengthening gasoline supplies for people sleeping in their cars and using vacant hotel rooms outside the disaster area to improve shelter conditions amid extreme heat.
Kumamoto Prefecture said that as of 7 p.m. on July 31, 36 people had died in the earthquake, including two whose deaths are still being investigated for a possible disaster connection. More than 3,400 homes were damaged, while over 9,500 people evacuated. Damage could rise as building inspections remain incomplete in some areas.
Immigration advocates warn that the expiration of a federal contract could leave about 24,000 unaccompanied minors without legal representation, raising their risk of deportation. The Trump administration has not explained the next steps, while Democratic lawmakers are demanding assurances that the children will continue receiving legal services.
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Japan’s high-cost medical expense system will raise monthly out-of-pocket limits according to income from August 1, while introducing annual caps for patients undergoing long-term treatment.
Dominion Energy reported second-quarter profit and revenue above expectations on Friday. The U.S. electric utility serves the world’s largest data-center territory. Demand from server warehouses has risen beyond 50 gigawatts. That growth offset higher operating expenses during the quarter.
Around 60,000 migrants entered Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco within 24 hours, turning a Spanish emergency into a wider test of Europe’s passport-free travel system. Italy temporarily reinstated checks on travelers from Spain, while France tightened controls and conservative leaders called for tougher migration measures.
At least 57 people have died trying to reach Ceuta after as many as 50,000 migrants entered the Spanish enclave from Morocco within 24 hours. Prime minister Pedro Sánchez called the influx a violation of Spain’s territorial integrity. Madrid plans a temporary reception centre and expedited expulsions, while EU states prepare to discuss the crisis and support for Spain.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez blamed trafficking gangs after about 60,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into Ceuta, with local media reporting at least 57 deaths. He called the surge a violation of Spain’s territorial integrity and said traffickers had distorted a Supreme Court ruling. More than 48,000 people had returned to Morocco by Friday evening.
At least 34 people were reported killed while trying to enter Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco by land and sea. Spain reinforced the territory with military personnel and police, while Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez visited as authorities said about 60,000 people had arrived in recent days, fueling tensions across Europe.
Nearly 25,000 migrants who illegally entered the Spanish autonomous city of Ceuta have voluntarily returned to Morocco, El Pais reported, citing Spain’s interior ministry. The newspaper said the ministry counted 50,000 arrivals, while Ceuta authorities had previously put the figure at 60,000.
A passenger bus travelling from Setif to Algiers left the road in El Karma, about 50km from the capital, and fell into a deep ravine, killing at least 27 people and injuring 39, Algeria’s health minister said. Rescue teams continued evacuating victims, while President Abdelmadjid Tebboune declared three days of national mourning and promised an uncompromising crackdown after the investigation.
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that Washington had not approved Ukraine producing Patriot missiles. His statement directly contradicted remarks made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after the two leaders held talks earlier in the week. The conflicting accounts point to a disagreement over what was decided during their meeting. Trump presented the issue as an agreement that had not been reached, while Zelensky had described it differently.
Oprah Winfrey says she plans to shut down the girls’ school she established in South Africa. The closure is expected at the end of next year. The school was created about two decades ago for girls from underprivileged backgrounds. Winfrey’s announcement marks the planned end of the institution’s operations.
Wildberries founder and CEO Tatyana Kim says the company’s warehouses have faced nearly two weeks of what she calls “terrorist attacks.” She says defenses and fire safety are being reinforced, logistics are being rerouted, and the losses qualify as force majeure and are not legally compensable.
Russian technology outlet Kod Durova has rebranded as Kod.ru. Its editors said the publication’s broader focus made the name misleading, while acknowledging that recent events accelerated the process. The outlet will continue covering Pavel Durov’s projects, including Telegram. Russia’s financial-monitoring agency added Durov to its list of terrorists and extremists after the FSB accused him of aiding terrorism.
Apple’s latest AirTag four-pack is available for $89 at Amazon and Target, a $10 discount matching its all-time low. The trackers offer more precise finding, a louder speaker, longer Bluetooth range, and sharing for up to five people; Costco members can also get a fifth tag free.
Apple’s new AirTags are back down to their best price
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Displaced Palestinians question whether a deal requiring Hamas to hand over its weapons and Israeli forces to withdraw from the Gaza Strip will actually be implemented
Displaced Palestinians question whether a deal requiring Hamas to hand over its weapons and Israeli forces to withdraw from the Gaza Strip will actually be implemented
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is conducting a preliminary investigation into nearly 1.2 million Tesla vehicles after receiving 156 complaints about a front suspension component detaching. The issue could cause a loss of directional control. The probe covers specified Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, with no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths linked to it so far.
Syrian lawyer Nouha al-Masri is seeking justice for her brother, who died during the 2011 Daraa crackdown that sparked Syria’s uprising. She is prosecuting former Assad official Atef Najib, accused of murder, torture and responsibility for massacres.
A Warsaw court released Anatoly Blinov from pretrial detention and placed him under police supervision after he had spent nearly two years in custody. Blinov is accused of organizing attacks on Leonid Volkov in Vilnius and New York, an attack on Alexandra Petrachkova, arson at a Vilnius installation, and intending to use forged documents. Prosecutors had argued he might flee.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co said it will revise the benchmark used for the monthly official selling prices of all its crude grades. From November 1, the company will use prompt-month Platts Dubai pricing instead of Murban crude futures. The change covers every crude grade sold under ADNOC’s monthly official pricing system.
A new reality is emerging for airport lounges as demand for air travel increases. Widespread benefits offered through credit cards and partner memberships are also transforming how travelers experience these spaces. The shift is changing the role and character of airport lounges.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said the EU is currently focused on militarization, the “demonization” of Russia and preparations for war with it, while trying to hide problems such as the mass migrant crossing into Spain’s Ceuta. He said planned German-French nuclear exercises show Europe is preparing for war with Russia and that traditional Swiss neutrality is a thing of the past.
Peptides have surged in popularity in the wellness world, promoted with claims that they can speed muscle recovery and support healthier aging. Last week, an advisory panel to the FDA voted to support making six of the compounds available through compounding pharmacies. The vote marked a significant regulatory hurdle for the substances, though it was made by an advisory panel rather than the FDA itself.
Hamas has agreed for the first time to a specific plan for handing over its weapons in Gaza. A senior Hamas official told CNN that the group will disarm only if Israel upholds its side of the ceasefire agreement. The development was reported by CNN’s Jeremy Diamond.
Israel will not leave the Gaza Strip before Hamas carries out what a political source described as “genuine disarmament.” Hamas has said it accepted a deal covering its disarmament and an Israeli withdrawal. US President Donald Trump announced the agreement, while Israel has officially remained silent about it. France 24’s Noga Tarnopolsky says the arrangement could offer the first forward movement since the Gaza ceasefire and revive the peace plan, though major questions remain.
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President Donald Trump said the US-led Board of Peace had secured an agreement for Hamas to disarm. Questions nevertheless remained over how far the accord extends. Officials also indicated that the arrangement would not be put into effect immediately, leaving its practical scope and timing uncertain.
A sanctions-hit tanker is leaking oil off Oman’s coast, according to satellite imagery analysis and shipping specialists. The slick has expanded in recent days. Its spread is raising greater concern over possible environmental damage to coastal areas.
Ariana Grande’s eighth studio album, “Petal,” presents a markedly restrained version of the pop powerhouse, according to Associated Press music writer Maria Sherman. The 12-track record turns inward rather than showcasing the big-belter style associated with Grande. It is her first full-length release since 2024’s “Eternal Sunshine.”
Chinese agricultural experts are training young farmers in Kindi, west-central Burkina Faso, in vegetable production methods including tomato cultivation. The classroom-and-practical program aims to improve food security and livelihoods, with trainees due to receive seeds and equipment to establish home gardens after completing the course.
A widely circulated screenshot claimed that former Chinese president Hu Jintao, his wife Liu Yongqing and their son Hu Haifeng had died from food poisoning. Journalist Qin Feng, whose account appeared in the image, said she had been impersonated and the screenshot was fabricated. Its formatting also differed from current Weibo versions, but the rumor drew extensive attention.
Russia and Kyrgyzstan have agreed on monthly deliveries of 100,000 metric tons of fuels and lubricants through the end of the year, Kyrgyzstan’s government press service said. The supplies will be priced at exchange-traded rates. Russia provides about 90-95% of the republic’s gasoline, diesel and aviation kerosene.
Wushu is attracting more young practitioners in Africa. Kenya hosted its first national Wushu competition in Nairobi, where athletes described the martial art as both a competitive sport and a way to develop discipline, self-control and confidence. Organizers also see it as a channel for cultural exchange and closer ties between Kenya and China.
Chinese martial art Wushu gains popularity among Africa's youth
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🇳🇱 Dutch abuse survivors erase forced tattoos
Joke (pronounced "Yo-Ke") suffered years of abuse, including being forcibly tattooed at home by her ex-partner until virtually no area of her body was ink-free. Over two and a half years, she endured 12 laser sessions to remove the ink from her face
🇳🇱 Dutch abuse survivors erase forced tattoos
Joke (pronounced "Yo-Ke") suffered years of abuse, including being forcibly tattooed at home by her ex-partner until virtually no area of her body was ink-free. Over two and a half years, she endured 12 laser sessions to remove the ink from her face
Wall Street’s frustration appears to extend beyond the new Federal Reserve chair’s quiet strategy. The Magnificent 7, consumer confidence and the US economy all seem to be moving in the wrong direction, raising broader concerns about the outlook.
🇧🇬 🦣 Mammoth bones found on parched bed of Danube river
Sinking water levels in the Danube have unveiled the well-preserved bones of a mammoth in Bulgaria and could lead to further discoveries, according to a local museum director
🇧🇬 🦣 Mammoth bones found on parched bed of Danube river
Sinking water levels in the Danube have unveiled the well-preserved bones of a mammoth in Bulgaria and could lead to further discoveries, according to a local museum director
Japan issued more than 7,000 so-called “blue tickets,” which notify bicycle traffic offenders to pay a fine, during the three months after the system began in April. The largest number involved riding while looking at a smartphone.
More than 7,000 bicycle ‘blue tickets’ issued nationwide in three months
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🇨🇳 Cosplayers bring fantasy world to life at massive Chinese gaming convention
As well as trying out new games at the ChinaJoy gaming expo in Shanghai, visitors also pose and take photos with the hundreds of cosplay artists.
🇨🇳 Cosplayers bring fantasy world to life at massive Chinese gaming convention
As well as trying out new games at the ChinaJoy gaming expo in Shanghai, visitors also pose and take photos with the hundreds of cosplay artists.
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Around 60,000 migrants crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave in recent surge: official
Around 60,000 migrants crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave in recent surge: official
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🇨🇳 Explosions, red flags: Chinese tourists reenact communist victory
Dressed in Red Army uniforms and waving prop weapons, scores of tourists storm a mound in southwestern China's Loushan Pass as pyrotechnics light up the hillside in a reenactment of a historic battle.
🇨🇳 Explosions, red flags: Chinese tourists reenact communist victory
Dressed in Red Army uniforms and waving prop weapons, scores of tourists storm a mound in southwestern China's Loushan Pass as pyrotechnics light up the hillside in a reenactment of a historic battle.
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🇪🇸 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has criticised a sudden arrival of around 40,000 migrants from Morocco to the north African enclave Ceuta as "an attack, a violation" of Spain's national territory.
🇪🇸 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has criticised a sudden arrival of around 40,000 migrants from Morocco to the north African enclave Ceuta as "an attack, a violation" of Spain's national territory.
The Houthis and Saudi Arabia have exchanged strikes for the first time since a 2022 truce between the rebels and the Saudi-backed Yemeni government. After Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities and threats to block Saudi-linked shipping through Bab el-Mandeb, Riyadh struck Houthi targets and announced a multinational maritime defense coalition. Analysts say escalation remains possible but a return to full-scale war is not yet certain.
The article argues that Chinese-language education, academic work and cultural exchange should not be reduced to arenas of strategic rivalry. Its author rejects a SeaLight commentary portraying Jinan University’s Chinese-language education in the Philippines as part of China’s United Front strategy, highlighting the university’s long mission serving overseas Chinese and the compatibility of Chinese Filipino cultural preservation with Philippine identity.
KCNA says Washington is transforming the US forces headquarters in Japan from a mainly administrative structure into a unified command able to direct military operations and integrate with Japan’s Joint Operational Command. The agency says the reform is intended to coordinate US-Japan action in war and expand US independent operations, reflecting continued confrontation with North Korea.
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Carlos Cordeiro, a senior adviser to FIFA president Gianni Infantino, has resigned in protest at a proposal to attract private investment for the World Cup. Cordeiro said the plan would “mortgage football’s future.” Opposition is growing, with European football associations considering a boycott, alongside CONCACAF and the Asian Football Confederation. FIFA is offering $40 million to every country that supports the project.
Sony says it will cautiously proceed with ending production of physical discs for new PlayStation games, despite strong opposition from players. CFO Lin Tao cited the broader shift toward digital content. Production is planned to end by January 2028, while a weeklong protest blackout is set to begin August 23.
Sony pushes ahead with ending physical game discs despite backlash
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Senior Infantino advisor resigns over FIFA's 'bad deal for football'
Senior Infantino advisor resigns over FIFA's 'bad deal for football'
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🇰🇷 AI cameras spot suicide attempts in South Korea's capital
AI-powered cameras on bridges over Seoul's Han River raise the alarm that someone may be about to jump. The waterway is a frequent scene of despair in a country with one of the world's highest suicide rates.
🇰🇷 AI cameras spot suicide attempts in South Korea's capital
AI-powered cameras on bridges over Seoul's Han River raise the alarm that someone may be about to jump. The waterway is a frequent scene of despair in a country with one of the world's highest suicide rates.
A severe wildfire in France’s southwestern Gironde department has affected millions of animals, according to Allain Bougrain-Dubourg, head of the League for the Protection of Birds. Some were badly burned, while amphibians, reptiles, hedgehogs, badgers and foxes sheltering in burrows may have died from carbon monoxide poisoning. France has lost 117,000 hectares of forest to fires this year, and the risk remains extremely high.
At least 10 climbers went missing after a suspected avalanche struck an expedition on Pakistan’s Broad Peak. Search crews located four bodies and recovered three, while Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja remains among those missing as teams search a remote, difficult area.
Four bodies found after 10 climbers go missing on Pakistan’s Broad Peak
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🇯🇵 Japan quake toll hits 34 as survivors struggle in heat
Japanese emergency workers battle to find survivors from a wrecked shopping mall, as the death toll from a major earthquake two days earlier hit 34 and thousands sweltered in punishing heat.
🇯🇵 Japan quake toll hits 34 as survivors struggle in heat
Japanese emergency workers battle to find survivors from a wrecked shopping mall, as the death toll from a major earthquake two days earlier hit 34 and thousands sweltered in punishing heat.
A new study from researchers at World Weather Attribution says human-caused climate change significantly contributed to wildfires that have affected France and Spain over the past week. The scientists linked the fires to hotter and drier conditions associated with climate change. They estimated that such conditions made the fires twice as likely in France and 20 times as likely in Spain.
How did climate change fuel the wildfires ravaging Europe this summer?
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🇪🇸 Spanish pensioner returns to ruined home after wildfire
"This disaster is impossible to bear," says Jose Fernandez,74, as he walks through the debris of his ruined home in the small Spanish town of Pelayos de la Presa, after losing everything in wildfires.
🇪🇸 Spanish pensioner returns to ruined home after wildfire
"This disaster is impossible to bear," says Jose Fernandez,74, as he walks through the debris of his ruined home in the small Spanish town of Pelayos de la Presa, after losing everything in wildfires.
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🇧🇷 Beachgoers flee high winds in Rio de Janeiro
High winds empty out beaches in Rio de Janeiro as a surprise windstorm brings chaos to southeast Brazil, with at least five people killed in Brazil following the powerful gusts.
🇧🇷 Beachgoers flee high winds in Rio de Janeiro
High winds empty out beaches in Rio de Janeiro as a surprise windstorm brings chaos to southeast Brazil, with at least five people killed in Brazil following the powerful gusts.
Spain and Morocco strengthened the border fence around a Spanish enclave on Friday as a huge wave of crossings appeared to come to an end. About 49,000 people had reached the territory by sea and land in a single day. At least 19 bodies were found in the water. The episode underscores the deadly scale of the rush across the border.
Thousands of migrants have crossed into the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco. At least nine people died while attempting to make the journey. The deaths and rising arrivals have prompted local officials to ask Spain’s national government for assistance. Ceuta is now at the center of heightened migration pressure from Morocco.
Around 40,000 migrants have crossed in recent days from Morocco into Spain's Ceuta: police
Around 40,000 migrants have crossed in recent days from Morocco into Spain's Ceuta: police
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🇯🇵 Japan coral protectors race to save reefs from heat 'bomb'
From "heatwave simulators" to ecological bootcamps, scientists and conservationists are trying ways to revive and reinforce the coral reefs off Japan's Okinawa, decimated by climate-driven bleaching two summers ago.
🇯🇵 Japan coral protectors race to save reefs from heat 'bomb'
From "heatwave simulators" to ecological bootcamps, scientists and conservationists are trying ways to revive and reinforce the coral reefs off Japan's Okinawa, decimated by climate-driven bleaching two summers ago.
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A Russian attack on a food business in the Ukrainian city of Pavlohrad killed three and injured at least 10 people, regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha said.
A Russian attack on a food business in the Ukrainian city of Pavlohrad killed three and injured at least 10 people, regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha said.
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🇬🇧 Fans dance to iconic Kate Bush song on Wuthering Heights Day
People dressed in red gather on the Folkestone Harbour Arm in southeast England to recreate Kate Bush's iconic video choreography for her song "Wuthering Heights" as part of the global 'The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever 2026' event.
🇬🇧 Fans dance to iconic Kate Bush song on Wuthering Heights Day
People dressed in red gather on the Folkestone Harbour Arm in southeast England to recreate Kate Bush's iconic video choreography for her song "Wuthering Heights" as part of the global 'The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever 2026' event.
The European Commission says the EU will fund seven AI gigafactories with €10 billion and seek at least €20 billion in private investment. The facilities will combine advanced processors, software, cloud technology, high-speed connectivity and data centers as the bloc works to narrow its technology gap with the US and China.
Zhongji Innolight raised about HK$53.4 billion ($6.8 billion) in its Hong Kong IPO, the city’s biggest public offering since Alibaba’s 2019 secondary listing. Its shares were priced at HK$980, closed at HK$960 and gave the company a HK$1.12 trillion market value, while creating an “A+H” dual structure.
The European Union plans to establish a corporate advisory group after the summer break. The group will exchange information on risks affecting supply chains. The initiative is intended to strengthen the bloc’s economic security. EU officials are expected to set the timetable for launching the group in the fall.
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Twenty-five vessels carrying commodities passed through the Bab el-Mandeb strait on Thursday, according to shipping data from Kpler. Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained limited at the same time. Only two tankers were recorded transiting Hormuz that day, underscoring the sharp difference in vessel movements between the two strategic waterways.
Bab el-Mandeb sees 25 commodity vessels transit as Hormuz traffic remains thin
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Migrants flood into Spain's Ceuta exclave from Morocco.
Madrid says it will despatch soldiers to Ceuta to ensure security after thousands of migrants entered Spain's north African exclave from neighbouring Morocco and hundreds more are headed there
Migrants flood into Spain's Ceuta exclave from Morocco.
Madrid says it will despatch soldiers to Ceuta to ensure security after thousands of migrants entered Spain's north African exclave from neighbouring Morocco and hundreds more are headed there
Intensifying competition for leading investment professionals is driving more billionaire-owned family offices in India to offer profit-sharing arrangements. The shift underscores how fiercely these firms are competing for money managers in one of the world’s fastest-growing wealth markets. It also shows that compensation structures are becoming a key tool in the talent race.
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