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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 73

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 73 of 148.

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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Bev Craig's Victory Speech as Greater Manchester Mayor

    Bev Craig, the newly elected Labour mayor of Greater Manchester, delivered a speech after her victory. She stated, 'I will defend this city region with every bone in my body and I will fight for a better life for all of us.' She also expressed confidence in the progress made by the region, saying, 'It fills me with confidence that people in Greater Manchester believe that we have been making a great difference.'
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  10. WorldEuropeWeather

    England and Wales Face Driest July in 190 Years

    England and Wales are experiencing their driest July on record, with only 5.6mm of rainfall recorded so far this month. This follows weeks of extreme heat and drought declarations across much of England, raising concerns about water supplies and wildfire risk. The Met Office confirms that the final days of July are expected to be the driest on record for England and Wales, with some areas receiving less than one millimeter of rain.
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  11. WorldChinaCommodities

    Euribor Closes July at Highest Level Since 2024

    The Euribor, the reference rate for most variable-rate mortgages in Spain, closed July at 2.86%, its highest level since September 2024. This increase will make variable mortgages more expensive. A person with a €150,000 mortgage at 30 years and a 0.99% differential will see their monthly fee increase by €64.78. Experts attribute this rise to geopolitical tensions and expect the ECB to consider interest rate hikes. The Euribor is predicted to end 2026 between 2.5% and 2.7%, but could reach 3% if inflation continues to rise.
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  14. WorldLocal GovMiddle EastWeather

    Mexico's Pacific Coast: Main Route for Maritime Drug Trafficking

    The Pacific coast of Mexico has become the primary route for maritime drug trafficking, with cartels like Sinaloa and Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) dominating the scene. The Mexican Navy has seized nearly 80 tons of cocaine since the beginning of the administration, with most of the drugs originating from South America. Cartels have changed tactics, using stowaways on cargo ships to launch drugs into the sea. The government is strengthening its naval presence, particularly in the South and Eastern Pacific, to combat this issue.
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  16. WorldPolicyRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate as Iran Launches Missiles, U.S. Responds with Strikes

    Iran launched ballistic missiles targeting U.S. forces in the Middle East, which were intercepted by U.S. defenses. The U.S. and Saudi Arabia responded with strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq. Oil prices surged due to supply concerns, with Brent crude rising nearly 4% to around $87 a barrel. The conflict has spread to multiple countries, including Iraq and Egypt, but diplomatic efforts are underway to de-escalate tensions.
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  18. WorldLawLegislationAsia

    Milei Presents BCRA Reform to End '91 Years of Fraud'

    President Javier Milei announced a reform of the Organic Charter of the Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA), aiming to strengthen its independence, restrict monetary financing of the Treasury, and refocus its mission on preserving the value of the currency. The project seeks to end '91 years of fraud' and prevent future governments from using the BCRA to finance public spending through monetary emission, which Milei blames for Argentina's high inflation rates. The reform will be sent to Congress and requires two-thirds of the votes in both chambers to remove the BCRA's president and board. Milei will present the project on national television, accompanied by key economic officials.
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  19. WorldPolicyMiddle EastNorth America

    Hezbollah Condemns US Aggression on Iraq

    Hezbollah, the Islamic Resistance in Lebanon, has strongly condemned the US aggression on Iraq, resulting in deaths and injuries. They view this as a violation of international law and Iraqi sovereignty, with potential grave consequences for the region. Hezbollah criticizes Saudi Arabia's participation in the attack, urging dialogue instead of military action. They call for an Arab, Islamic, and international stance against US policies and stand with Iraq.
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  20. WorldBillLegislationRegulatorsMiddle East

    Chile's Former Foreign Minister Criticizes Government's Handling of US Tariff Negotiations

    Juan Gabriel Valdés, Chile's former Minister of Foreign Affairs, has criticized the current government's approach to negotiations with the US over tariffs. He stated that the process lacks political leadership and unity, with multiple ministers having differing opinions on the same topic. Valdés also mentioned that the US Ambassador's criticisms of Chilean ministers over tariffs highlight the need for order within the government.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastEarthStorms

    Multiple Vegetation Fires in California

    The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has reported several vegetation fires across California. Incidents include 'FIRE VEGETAL EN COUNTRY ESTATES' (CABDF-10474), 'FIRE VEGETAL EN APPLE VALLEY' (CACDD-10471, CACDD-10488), 'VEGETATION FIRE in GARLOCK' (CACDD-10473), 'FIRE VEGETAL EN WHITEWATER' (CACDD-10477), and 'FIRE VEGETAL EN VICTORVILLE' (CACDD-10490). Details on each fire's location and resources involved can be found in the respective links.
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  22. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Smallpox Brought to America by European Colonizers

    Analysis of ancient genomes from mummies in Chile confirms that European colonizers brought smallpox to America. The virus, which had not been present before, caused catastrophic epidemics among indigenous populations, leading to millions of deaths. The study, published in Science, provides the first direct genetic evidence linking European colonial-era smallpox outbreaks in America with strains circulating in the Old World.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    Pakistan PM Orders Review of World Bank's Fiscal Federalism Report

    Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with the World Bank's Country Director, Ms Bolormaa Amgaabazar, who presented the report 'Strengthening Fiscal Federalism in Pakistan'. The Prime Minister directed the formation of a high-level committee to review the report, engaging relevant stakeholders, including the provinces, while keeping in view Pakistan's constitutional and federal structure.
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