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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 147

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 147 of 148.

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  2. WorldChinaPublic Health

    China Successfully Launches Tianlian III-01 Satellite

    China successfully launched the Tianlian III-01 satellite using a Long March 7A rocket from the Wenchang Space Launch Center. The satellite entered its planned orbit, providing data relay and control services for spacecraft in medium and low Earth orbits. This was the 50th successful launch mission for the Wenchang Space Launch Center, demonstrating the high stability and regular launches of China's new generation of large-thrust launch vehicles.
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  3. WorldBillReliefMiddle East

    Ukraine's Evolving Military Strategy Against Russia

    Ukraine is adapting its military strategy against Russia, focusing on finding new leverage and exploiting Russia's resource depletion. The Ukrainian military is strategically targeting Russian supply chains and infrastructure, aiming to disrupt Russia's ability to sustain its war effort. This shift in strategy comes as Russia faces a growing resource crisis, with its military struggling to maintain supplies and equipment.
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  8. WorldEarth

    Earth Overshoot Day 2026: Humanity's Ecological Debt Starts July 30

    Humanity has consumed all the biological resources that Earth can regenerate in a year, marking Earth Overshoot Day on July 30. This means global demand for natural resources and emissions will exceed the annual regeneration and absorption capacity of ecosystems until the end of the year. The date reflects the imbalance between human consumption and planetary limits, with each country having its own National Deficit Day. Solutions include reducing consumption, transforming production models, and promoting a circular economy.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    SAPS Appoints New Provincial Commissioners in Western Cape and North West

    The South African Police Service (SAPS) has announced the appointment of new provincial commissioners in two provinces. In the Western Cape, Lieutenant General Thembisile Patekile's successor is set to be named, while Lieutenant-General Arthur Adams has been appointed as the new North West Provincial Commissioner. Acting National Commissioner Puleng Dimpane announced the appointments as part of SAPS' leadership renewal programme.
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    Shane McDermott Appointed Afghanistan's Assistant and Fielding Coach

    The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has appointed Shane McDermott as the new assistant coach and fielding coach of the Afghanistan national cricket team. He will join the team on August 1, ahead of their five-match One-Day International (ODI) series against Ireland. McDermott has previously served as Afghanistan's fielding coach from January 2024 to July 2025 and has worked with various international teams since 2012.
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  14. WorldPolicyRegulatorsMiddle East

    Kazakhstan, US Discuss Energy Security

    Kazakhstan's Minister of Energy, Erlan Akhmetjanov, met with US Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Julie Stafford, to discuss regional energy security. The meeting focused on ensuring reliable operation of export infrastructure, stability of energy resource supplies to world markets, and attracting investments for joint projects. Both parties expressed interest in strengthening their strategic partnership.
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    Iran Condemns US-Saudi Attacks on Iraq

    Iran has condemned the recent attacks by the United States and Saudi Arabia in Iraq, targeting official government institutions and rest facilities serving Shia pilgrims during the Arbaeen gathering. Iran views these actions as a violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and an attempt by Washington and Israel to escalate tensions in the region. The Iranian Foreign Ministry described the attacks as 'inhumane and provocative', expressing condolences to the victims' families and reaffirming its support for Iraq.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    End of Hunger Strike by Death Row Prisoners in Iran

    The hunger strike by prisoners sentenced to death in Qezelhesar Prison has ended after officials from the Islamic Republic met with the strikers. Meanwhile, public reactions to the execution of two protesters from the December 2022 protests in Isfahan have been reported, with some cultural figures describing these executions as an attempt by the government to prevent similar incidents.
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