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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 69

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 69 of 148.

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  1. WorldMiddle East

    Prague Zoo Cools Polar Bears with Tons of Ice Amidst Heatwave

    Prague Zoo is using tons of ice to keep its polar bears cool amidst a heatwave in Europe. Keepers hid treats among the ice cubes and filled an icy bath for the bears. This method of cooling has been used for the past three years and has proven successful, especially for the twin polar bears Gregor and Aleut. The zoo also provides ice to other animals that are not used to strong heat when temperatures exceed 30 degrees.
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  3. WorldMiddle EastBudgetCorp Gov

    Central Bank Maintains Interest Rate at 12% Amid Inflation Concerns

    The Central Bank of Colombia decided to keep the interest rate unchanged at 12% during its latest meeting, citing persistent inflation and risks from external factors such as the Middle East conflict and El Niño phenomenon. Despite positive economic indicators like GDP growth and unemployment reduction, the bank chose to maintain its restrictive monetary policy stance to combat inflation, which reached 6.1% in June due to increases in food and regulated prices. Inflation expectations for the end of 2026 and 2027 remain above target, and the Colombian peso's appreciation has been greater than that observed in comparable currencies. The decision was supported by most board members and economists, although the government had requested a reduction in the interest rate.
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    Lula's Son Faces Second Investigation for Influence Peddling

    Brazil's Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça authorized a second investigation against Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, son of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, for alleged influence peddling in deals related to the public company Dataprev. This comes after Mendonça previously authorized an investigation into Lulinha's role in obtaining a permit for the commercialization of medicinal cannabis. President Lula has stated that his son will not have any privileges and will face the investigations like any other citizen.
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  8. WorldAsiaBudgetTradeLogistics

    Argentina Approves Two RIGI Projects Worth $49 Billion

    The Minister of Economy, Luis Caputo, announced the approval of two projects under the RIGI regime. Pampa Energía will invest $2.7 billion in a fertilizer plant that will generate over 3,500 jobs and $800 million in annual exports. Compañía MEGA will invest $360 million to increase its natural gas liquids production capacity by 1,500 tons per day, creating 800 jobs and exporting $190 million annually. These projects bring the total committed investment under RIGI to $49 billion.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Three UME Members Injured in Truck Accident in Robledo de Chavela

    Three members of the Military Emergency Unit (UME) were injured when their truck overturned in Robledo de Chavela, Madrid. The accident occurred on the M-512 at 19:50 hours. Two members were injured potentially seriously and were taken to the hospital, while another member had minor injuries and was discharged at the scene. The incident closed the road and was attended by SUMMA112.
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  16. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Saudi Arabia Denies Targeting Iraqis in Air Strike

    Saudi Arabia has repeatedly stated that its recent air strike in Iraq was not directed against the Iraqi people or government. The strike targeted military warehouses of militias that threatened the security of the Kingdom and attacked its civilian, economic, and vital oil facilities. The operation was a precise and limited response, taken after exhausting all diplomatic and political measures and demonstrating maximum restraint over the past months. Saudi officials have emphasized the Kingdom's commitment to its relationship with Iraq and condemned attempts to stir up sectarian divisions.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Venezuela Begins Demolishing Earthquake-Damaged Buildings

    More than a month after devastating earthquakes, Venezuela has started demolishing unstable buildings in La Guaira. The first controlled detonation occurred on Thursday, with authorities assuring no structures will be demolished while victims remain trapped. The operation aims to eliminate risks for residents and passersby while recovery efforts continue. The earthquakes left over 5,500 dead and hundreds of structures damaged.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Paraguay Summons Brazilian Ambassador Over Lula's War Remarks

    Paraguay has summoned the Brazilian ambassador for consultations following statements made by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva about the War of the Triple Alliance. The Paraguayan government has delivered a note of repudiation regarding Lula's remarks, stating that Paraguay 'decided to invade Brazil'. The diplomatic move comes as a response to Lula's recent comments, which have reignited a dispute over the war and tested relations within the Mercosur trade bloc.
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  24. WorldAsiaChinaTourism

    Chinese Tourists Reenact Historic Battle in Guizhou

    Scores of tourists dressed in Red Army uniforms and waving prop weapons reenacted a historic battle at Loushan Pass in southwestern China's Guizhou province. The event, part of China's 'red tourism' push, drew over 1,000 people who experienced a battle between communist and nationalist forces in 1935. Participants praised the immersive experience, with one tourist likening it to being 'in the thick of the battle'. The reenactment marked the Red Army's first major victory against the nationalists.
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