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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 66

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 66 of 148.

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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Chinese Military Conducts Exercises Around Yellow Rock Island

    The Southern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army is conducting military exercises in the waters and airspace around the Yellow Rock Island. The exercises involve naval and air forces and are a response to provocative actions infringing upon China's rights. The China Coast Guard has also strengthened law enforcement patrols in the area, using measures such as verbal warnings and water cannon to drive away illegal intruding vessels. The exercises aim to test and enhance the ability to maintain territorial sovereignty and maritime rights in a realistic combat environment.
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  5. WorldMiddle East

    Iraq Enhances Military Readiness

    The Iraqi Prime Minister, who also serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, has ordered a state of maximum readiness across all military bases, headquarters, and official centers of the Hashd al-Shaabi and Popular Mobilization Forces. This decision follows a direct order from the Prime Minister to increase the level of preparedness and readiness in all military camps and bases, particularly those of the armed forces and popular mobilization forces.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    UN Updates Sanctions Details for Five Islamic Emirate Officials

    The UN Security Council's sanctions committee has updated the details of five Islamic Emirate officials under resolution 1988. The changes involve identity details, passport information, and personal particulars of Hamidullah Nomani, Abdul Hakim Wasiq, Noor Mohammad Saqib, Sirajuddin Haqqani, and Gul Agha Ishaqzai. The committee stressed that these changes are administrative and do not alter the sanctions status of the individuals. The Islamic Emirate described the sanctions as ineffective and repetitive.
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  12. WorldMiddle East

    Russian Woman Dies After Being Hit by Three Vehicles in Phuket

    A 42-year-old Russian woman, Irina Sukhorukova, was fatally struck by three vehicles while crossing a road in Phuket early in the morning. The first vehicle was a Toyota Hilux Revo, driven by a Thai citizen, who fled the scene. Later, an ambulance and another car ran over the woman without stopping. Despite being identified, none of the drivers have been charged or arrested yet.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    MotoGP 2027 Season to Begin in Buriram, Thailand

    The 2027 MotoGP season will commence in Buriram, Thailand, from March 5 to 7, marking the third consecutive year that Thailand hosts the opening race. This event will also introduce the new MotoGP technical regulations for the 2027-2031 period, signaling the start of a new era for the sport. The Thai Grand Prix will be the first competitive event held under these new regulations, with fans worldwide witnessing the debut of the new generation of MotoGP bikes under race conditions.
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  23. WorldAsia

    Superior Draw 2892 Results: Winning Numbers and Prizes

    The Superior Draw 2892 took place on Friday, July 31, 2026, with a major prize of 17 million pesos. The winning number was 59856. Other prizes included 1 million 440 thousand pesos, 275 thousand pesos, 144 thousand pesos, and 90 thousand pesos. The draw offered a total of 12,896 prizes and reintegros, with a global amount of over 51 million pesos. Prizes must be claimed within 60 natural days after the draw.
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  24. WorldRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    UNAM Dismisses General Secretary Amid Admission Exam Irregularities; Appoints New Secretary General

    Patricia Dávila has been dismissed as the general secretary of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) following irregularities in the first virtual admission exam for undergraduate candidates. The removal comes after questions about alleged cheating using artificial intelligence and unusually high scores. UNAM has announced a control exam to verify results and appointed Javier de la Fuente Hernández as the new secretary general.
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