Lula's Governor Candidates in Brazilian States
President Lula (PT) has announced his candidates for governor in all 27 Brazilian states, as the party conventions reach their final stretch.3 sourcesSee all sources
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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 67
World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 67 of 148.
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Lebanon Condemns Israeli Detonations Near Beaufort Castle as 'Direct Threat' to Deal
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has condemned Israeli army detonations near the UNESCO-listed Beaufort castle in southern Lebanon, stating that these explosions pose a 'direct threat' to a recent framework deal agreed with Israel. Aoun described the blasts as an 'extremely dangerous escalation' and a 'direct threat' to the ongoing peace process, with their timing ahead of another round of talks in Rome next week sending 'negative messages'. The explosions, equivalent to a 3.8-magnitude earthquake, caused extensive damage and endangered civilians in southern Lebanese villages.11 sourcesSee all sourcesFlooding in Mandaue City School
At least 10 classrooms of a school in Mandaue City, Cebu were flooded due to heavy rainfall on July 30 and 31, 2026.2 sourcesSee all sourcesPaerātā Railway Stations Open with Peak Services
The Drury and Paerātā railway stations in Auckland have opened with peak services running every 10 minutes.2 sourcesSee all sourcesIsraeli Strikes in Gaza Injure Dozens, Kill Two
Israeli strikes across Gaza have left at least two Palestinians dead and dozens injured. The attacks targeted residential buildings in Nuseirat refugee camp and Gaza City, with at least 10 people injured in one strike alone.3 sourcesSee all sourcesSouth Korea's Exports Surge in July
South Korea's exports continued their robust growth in July, driven by strong demand for semiconductors and other tech products. This trend suggests that the country's AI-driven economy remains resilient and supports further monetary tightening.3 sourcesSee all sourcesTerrorist Attack in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir
One person is dead and another injured after terrorists opened fire on migrant workers at a brick kiln in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack has raised concerns about security forces' stress and potential escalation. Security forces have cordoned off the area and intensified security along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.6 sourcesSee all sourcesMassive Migrant Influx into Ceuta
Thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, with a provisional death toll of 34. The Spanish government condemned the irregular entry and countries reacted to the crisis. Meanwhile, the disarmament agreement between Hamas and Israel opened a new horizon for dialogue in the Middle East.6 sourcesSee all sourcesEU Advisers Call for Fundamental Shift in Heatwave Preparation After 16,000 Excess Deaths
Following over 16,000 excess deaths due to heatwaves this summer, EU health security advisers urge governments to move away from emergency reactions towards long-term planning. They emphasize the need for systematic, proactive measures to protect vulnerable populations and bolster infrastructure resilience.3 sourcesSee all sourcesMexico Wins Three Medals in Wrestling at Central American Games
Mexico added three medals in wrestling at the Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026. Roman Bravo won the gold medal, Kevin de Leon obtained the silver, and Zachary Espalin took the bronze.4 sourcesSee all sourcesGermany Calls for Taking In Ceuta Migrants
The Left party in Germany demands that the country take in migrants from the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, where tens of thousands have recently arrived. The party's deputy parliamentary group leader, Clara Bünger, stated that Germany and the EU have a duty to help Spain care for the migrants and take in asylum seekers. She emphasized that higher walls will not stop people fleeing war, poverty, and climate crisis, and that more isolation will not solve the problem.13 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Ends DACA Status for Texas Mother Deported to Mexico
A Texas mother, Jessica Treviño, who arrived in the U.S. as a child and had legal permission to stay, was deported to Mexico. The U.S. government ended her DACA status, citing her deportation as 'unauthorized travel'. Treviño has filed a lawsuit against the federal government.9 sourcesSee all sourcesTurkey Wildfires: Bodycam Footage Shows Intense Firefighting Efforts
Wildfires are raging in Turkey, including tourist regions, due to drought and strong winds. Bodycam footage from firefighters shows intense efforts to combat the flames, with crews fighting against flare-ups and using helicopters for water drops.6 sourcesSee all sourcesEthiopian Youth Football Team Goes Missing in Sweden After Gothia Cup
Around 20 Ethiopian soccer players, aged 14 to 17, and their chaperones have gone missing after participating in the Gothia Cup youth football tournament in Gothenburg, Sweden. The team was last seen on July 18, the final day of the tournament, and has not returned to Ethiopia. Swedish police believe they likely left voluntarily to stay in Europe, and there are no signs of crime or human trafficking.22 sourcesSee all sourcesHurricane-force winds and fire risk in Greece
Greece is facing severe weather conditions with hurricane-force winds up to 9 Beaufort and gusts reaching 100 km/h for the next 48 hours. This increases the risk of rapid fire spread, with very high wildfire risk forecast for half of the country. Strong winds are expected to continue until Saturday afternoon, when they will start to weaken.5 sourcesSee all sourcesOman Mourns Nadhira Al Harthy, First Omani Woman to Summit Everest, Killed in Broad Peak Avalanche
Oman is mourning the loss of pioneering mountaineer Nadhira bint Ahmed Al Harthy, who was among those killed in an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak. Al Harthy, the first Omani woman to summit Mount Everest in 2019, was attempting to climb one of the world's highest mountains when the tragedy struck. She had previously scaled K2 and Manaslu. Oman's Foreign Ministry expressed its profound sorrow over her death.10 sourcesSee all sourcesLibya's Collapse and its Impact on Migration
The collapse of Libya under Muammar Gaddafi has significantly impacted migration patterns between Africa and Europe. Political scientist José Antonio Egido argues that the chaos following Gaddafi's fall in 2011 eliminated Libya's role as a migratory containment dam, leading to increased migration across the Mediterranean. Poverty in Africa, exacerbated by neocolonial dynamics, remains the root cause of this exodus.3 sourcesSee all sourcesUS Blames Spain's 'Far-Left' Policies for Migrant Crisis in Ceuta
The United States has blamed Spain's 'far-left' policies for the recent migrant crisis in Ceuta, with President Trump and other officials pointing fingers at Spain's socialist government. The crisis saw over 60,000 migrants cross into Ceuta from Morocco, with many later returning voluntarily. The US has criticized Spain's 'far-left globalist policies' for allegedly opening the door to this influx.12 sourcesSee all sourcesUNAM to Hold Control Exam Amid Admission Irregularities
The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) will administer an in-person control exam to applicants who received high scores in the 2026 admission process for undergraduate programs, following the detection of significant variations in the distribution of correct answers compared to previous years. The exam aims to ensure the admission process adheres to principles of objectivity, impartiality, and equity. Applicants who had already received a selection notice and those who obtained a number of correct answers equal to or greater than the minimum score that allowed admission between 2021 and 2026 will be invited to take the exam.35 sourcesSee all sourcesMan Rescued After Falling Off California Cliff
A man was rescued from the ocean after falling off a cliff in California. The incident was caught on camera. Lifeguards surrounded the injured man on a floating stretcher as he was pulled to safety.2 sourcesSee all sourcesIl-114-300 Aircraft Undergoes High-Temperature Tests in Uzbekistan
An Ilyushin Il-114-300 aircraft, equipped with TV7-117ST-01 engines, has arrived in Bukhara, Uzbekistan for flight tests under extreme high-temperature conditions. The aircraft covered approximately 2730 km in 6 hours and 15 minutes. Over 30 flights are planned to test the stability of the power plant's operation and confirm its effective operation in hot climates. The aircraft is expected to replace outdated An-24 aircraft on domestic routes.6 sourcesSee all sourcesMelbourne Colder Than Hobart
Melbourne experienced a frosty start to the first day of August, with temperatures dipping below zero in parts of regional Victoria, making it colder than Hobart.4 sourcesSee all sourcesIndia Monitors US Bill Proposing 100% Tariffs on Russian Oil Buyers
The US Senate has passed a bill that could impose 100% tariffs on oil or natural gas purchases from Russia by top five countries, including India. India is closely monitoring the situation and maintaining dialogue with US stakeholders. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives.11 sourcesSee all sourcesV D Satheesan's Vision for New Age Kerala
V D Satheesan, a prominent figure in Kerala politics, has outlined his vision for a 'New Age Kerala', focusing on job creation, economic growth, and delimitation. He emphasizes the need for innovative policies to boost the state's economy and create employment opportunities.3 sourcesSee all sources