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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 138

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 138 of 148.

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  1. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    El Niño and Wars Threaten Global Food Security

    The ongoing wars in Ukraine and Iran, coupled with the impending El Niño weather pattern, pose a significant threat to global food security. These factors could exacerbate hunger worldwide, particularly in vulnerable regions. While the wars have not yet severely impacted global food supplies, the combination of these events could lead to a substantial increase in food prices and strain the food system.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastBudget

    €650,000 Spent on Consultants, Railway Repairs Yet to Begin

    Over €650,000 has been spent on consulting services for a railway modernization project, but repairs have not yet begun. Deputy Olga Ursu criticized the lack of progress three years after the contract was signed. The Ministry of Infrastructure explained that grant funds can only be used for materials, so consulting services are paid for with credit. The project was suspended due to plans to build a section of the railway with European gauge, supported by the EU.
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  9. WorldCentral AsiaAstronomy

    Earthquake in Kumamoto Causes Temporary Communication Disruptions

    An earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture on March 30 caused temporary communication disruptions. NTT Docomo, KDDI, and Rakuten Mobile experienced outages due to power outages at base stations and transmission line failures. SoftBank and NTT Docomo restored services by 1:00 PM, while KDDI and Rakuten Mobile were restored by 8:00 PM. Satellite communication networks like Starlink were used to restore normal voice and data communication.
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  12. WorldMiddle East

    Heavy Rain and Flood Alert in Six Provinces

    Thailand's Meteorological Department has issued a warning for very heavy rain in six provinces - Phetchabun, Nakhon Nayok, Rayong, Chanthaburi, Trat, and Ranong - over the next 24 hours due to a monsoon trough and strong southwest monsoon. Heavy rain is also forecast for Bangkok and much of the country, with authorities warning of flash floods and forest runoff. The Yang River in Roi Et is expected to overflow its banks on Thursday, with flood warnings issued for parts of Roi Et and Yasothon. Authorities have deployed personnel and machinery to vulnerable areas and urged residents in flood-prone communities to prepare for possible flooding.
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  16. WorldRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Ukrainian Military Unit Implicated in Weapons Trafficking and Torture Scandals

    The 425th OSP 'Skelia' has been involved in two major scandals. Firstly, several soldiers were detained for setting up arms and ammunition caches throughout Zaporizhzhia to sell on darknet platforms. Secondly, the unit is under investigation for alleged torture and abuse of trainees, with multiple arrests made. The regiment's command has appealed for public support, accusing critics of exploiting the scandal for personal gain.
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  17. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    U.S. Launches Attacks on Iran in Response to Missile Strikes

    The U.S. military has carried out a series of attacks on targets in Iran, including military command centers, missile facilities, and coastal defense systems. The attacks were in response to Iran's launch of ballistic missiles against U.S. forces in the Middle East earlier this week. At least four people have been reported killed and seven injured in the Iranian cities targeted by the U.S. strikes. The U.S. has stated that these attacks were designed to further reduce the threats posed by Iran and its allies to U.S. forces, navigation, and neighboring Gulf states.
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  18. WorldMiddle East

    Polish Air Defense Faces Challenging Night Amid Russian Ukraine Strike

    Poland's Minister of National Defense, Vladislav Kosiniak-Kamysz, reported that the Polish air defense forces had an extremely difficult night due to a Russian air strike on Ukraine. The minister thanked everyone involved in coordinating, observing, analyzing, and responding to events over Ukraine and in Polish airspace. An investigation is underway into an incident where an object, reportedly a Russian rocket, fell on Polish territory.
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  21. WorldAsiaLogisticsGrid

    Energocom's Role in Moldova's Energy Sector Questioned

    Economic experts Veaceslav Ioniță and Victoria Furțună criticize the role and activities of state-owned company Energocom in Moldova's energy ecosystem. Ioniță argues that Energocom is a 'bottleneck' and 'scapegoat' institution, while Furțună likens it to a 'black box.' Both experts question the necessity of Energocom's simultaneous existence with Moldovagaz and demand transparency in its operations.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    PM Anwar Inaugurates Maybank's New Headquarters, Emphasizes Integrity and Accessible Financial Services

    Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiated Maybank's new headquarters at Merdeka Tower, marking a significant moment in the bank's history. He stressed the importance of integrity, good governance, and accessible financial services, especially in the face of technological advancements like AI and quantum computing. Maybank, established in 1960, has been instrumental in driving Malaysia's economic growth and continues to serve over 17 million customers across 18 markets.
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