US Military Planning Massive Attacks This Weekend
Rumors are circulating about potential massive attacks planned by the US military this weekend. No official confirmation has been provided.3 sourcesSee all sources
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U.S. news — August 1, 2026 - Page 4
U.S. publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 4 of 12.
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Mahindra Auto Sales Surge in July 2026
Mahindra & Mahindra reported a 26% year-on-year increase in total auto sales for July 2026, with a total of 1,03,860 units sold. Passenger vehicle sales rose 20% to 60,048 units, while three-wheeler sales jumped 53% to 14,538 units. Tractor sales grew 20% to 34,420 units, driven by robust domestic demand. Exports climbed 47% to 4,070 units.4 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Military Casualties in Iran War Reach 653 Injured, 18 Killed
The U.S. Department of Defense's database of casualties and wounded has been updated, adding 11 more American military personnel to the list of injured, bringing the total to 653. So far, 18 American military personnel have been killed in the conflict. The update comes with uncertainty about the delay in registering information about the wounded.16 sourcesSee all sourcesF-35 Fighter Jet Crashes in California, Pilot Ejects Safely
A U.S. military F-35 fighter jet crashed near Miramar Air Base in California. The pilot managed to eject safely using the ejection seat. The incident occurred on July 31 and was reported by multiple sources.6 sourcesSee all sourcesVA Launches GLP-1 Drug Trial for Alcohol Abuse Treatment
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has initiated a clinical trial to investigate the potential of GLP-1 drugs, currently used for diabetes and weight loss, to treat alcohol use disorder among veterans. The study, enrolling over 600 participants at 18 VA medical centers, aims to determine if these medications can help reduce alcohol abuse in veterans.7 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Prepares for Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Infrastructure
The U.S. military has intensified preparations for a series of strikes targeting Iran's nuclear infrastructure, including heavily fortified sites like Mount Bakhtiari (or Mount Fazar/Pickaxe Mountain) in southern Tehran. The exact scope and targets remain unclear, and officials caution that the strikes could still be called off.6 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Lawmaker Urges Taiwan to Pass Drone Bill Amid Chinese Threat
A U.S. politician has repeatedly pressed Taiwan to approve a drone proposal, emphasizing the urgency due to the looming threat of a potential Chinese attack. The lawmaker warns that 'time is running out' for Taiwan to bolster its defenses with drone technology.5 sourcesSee all sourcesColombia's Undocumented Immigrant Population in the U.S. Grows by 144% in Five Years
A study by the Migration Policy Institute (MPI) reveals that Colombia is among the countries with the most significant increase in undocumented immigrants in the U.S. The number of Colombians in irregular migratory condition passed from 182,000 in 2019 to 444,000 in 2024, representing a 144% increase and making Colombia the sixth nationality with the highest growth. This growth is part of a broader trend where the total undocumented immigrant population in the U.S. reached 15.8 million by mid-2024.6 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Officials Discuss Tehran Power Outage
U.S. officials held high-level talks on Friday about the power outage in Tehran, but no decision had been made by Friday afternoon.2 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Tomahawk Missile Stockpile Drops Below 278
According to Fox News, the number of U.S. Tomahawk missiles has decreased to fewer than 278.2 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Bans Imports from 43 Chinese Companies Over Forced Labor
The United States has banned imports from 43 Chinese companies due to suspected use of forced labor, particularly involving Uyghurs in Xinjiang. This action follows similar measures taken by the European Union. The U.S. move was led by President Trump and Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf.9 sourcesSee all sourcesRahul Gandhi Arrives in Chennai
Rahul Gandhi has arrived in Chennai. He was greeted enthusiastically by members of the Congress party.5 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Debates AI Regulation Amidst Global Competition
The U.S. is grappling with how to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) as the technology becomes increasingly powerful. While some argue for minimal regulation to foster innovation, others push for 'commonsense guardrails' to protect Americans and maintain U.S. leadership in AI development. The debate comes as China emerges as a strong competitor and concerns grow about rogue AI models.3 sourcesSee all sourcesUS Air Force Expands Concrete Apron on Guam
The US Air Force is expanding its parking area on Guam by 8 hectares of concrete. No protective structures for aircraft are planned.6 sourcesSee all sourcesICE Sets New Record with Over 43,000 Immigrant Arrests in June
U.S. immigration authorities, including ICE and CBP, arrested a record-breaking 43,138 immigrants in June 2026, with an average of 1,438 arrests per day. This figure is the highest monthly total during President Donald Trump's tenure and reflects an increase in immigration enforcement operations. The surge in arrests has sparked concern among immigrant communities and protests in major U.S. cities.4 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump's Record-Breaking Wealth Gain as President
Donald Trump has set an unprecedented record for wealth accumulation during his presidency. According to official declarations, he earned between $2.2 billion and $2.4 billion in his first year of his second term, more than doubling his fortune to $6.5–7 billion. This pace of enrichment is significantly higher than his previous six decades in business and construction. Despite questions raised about conflicts of interest, Trump and the White House deny these claims.2 sourcesSee all sourcesUS Stocks End Wild July with Mixed Performance
US stocks rose on Friday, concluding a volatile July with Amazon shares surging, Apple shares dropping, and inflation concerns persisting due to rising oil prices.3 sourcesSee all sourcesIndian Oil Reports Q1 Loss Amid Crude Price Surge
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) reported a net loss of ₹1,141 crore in the first quarter due to selling fuels below market costs and elevated crude prices. The state-owned refiner also raised $500 million under the Reserve Bank of India's swap window. This is IOC's first quarterly loss in 15 years.4 sourcesSee all sourcesUS Navy Allocates $76.6 Billion for Nuclear Submarines
The US Navy has allocated $76.6 billion for the construction of 14 nuclear submarines, including 9 Virginia-class and 5 Columbia-class ones. The project is handled by General Dynamics Electric Boat and Huntington Ingalls Newport News. The funding also covers the recent delivery of the USS Iowa submarine of the Virginia class, capable of carrying Tomahawk cruise missiles. The Navy expresses concern about the risk of submarine attacks by drones or anti-ship missiles while docked.3 sourcesSee all sourcesLottery Results: July 30-31, 2026
The winning numbers for California Lottery Daily 3 Midday on July 30, 2026 were not provided. The Daily Derby results were also not available. For Wisconsin Lottery, the Mega Millions and Pick 3 results on July 31, 2026 were not provided. Ohio Lottery's Mega Millions and Pick 3 Midday winning numbers on July 31, 2026 were also not available.6 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump Warns of 'Invasion' in US if Democrats Win, Citing Spain's Ceuta Crisis
US President Donald Trump has been using the migrant crisis in Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta to warn Americans about what could happen in the US if Democrats win upcoming elections. Trump has described the situation as an 'invasion', blaming it on weak laws and poor management, and suggesting that a similar scenario could occur in the US if Republicans don't maintain control of Congress.42 sourcesSee all sourcesDOJ Drops Case Against Olympian David Hearn, Admits Reflecting Pool Damage Due to Botched Installation
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to dismiss the criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The department acknowledged that the damage was not caused by vandalism but rather due to a 'flawed installation' by the contractor hired for the renovation.41 sourcesSee all sourcesUS Visa Price Drop in Colombia Due to Dollar Decline
The fall of the dollar in Colombia has reduced the price of US tourist and business B1/B2 visas. The official fee remains $185, but with the current exchange rate, it's around $695,000 per person, a significant drop from $815,000 at the beginning of 2025. The Representative Rate fell from $4,409.15 to $3,646.58 between January 2025 and May 2026, with the dollar reaching minimums of $3,182. The visa fee must be paid before scheduling appointments and does not change with currency fluctuations. However, a new Visa Integrity Fee of $250 may soon apply, increasing the total cost to around $1,385,910.2 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump Vows to Strike Iran Hard Amid Escalating Tensions
President Trump has repeatedly stated that the U.S. will strike Iran 'hard' in response to recent attacks on U.S. forces in the Middle East. Trump has emphasized that 'it's our turn' to retaliate, and that Iran knows this is coming. The U.S. military claimed to have intercepted several ballistic missiles launched by Iran against U.S. forces. Trump has also threatened to hit Iran 'very hard' if they continue to attack U.S. forces.282 sourcesSee all sources