Family Discovers 7-Foot Crocodile in Bathroom
A family in Gujarat's Anand district found a seven-foot crocodile inside their bathroom late at night after flood waters receded.2 sourcesSee all sources
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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 82
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Loon Lake Area Evacuation Expanded Due to Pear Lake Fire
The evacuation order for the Loon Lake area has been extended to nearly 1,500 properties due to the Pear Lake fire. The new areas under evacuation order include Loon Lake and properties on Highway 97 from Loon Lake Road to past Scottie Creek Road.2 sourcesSee all sourcesPortugal's 2026 Concerts: An Updated Agenda
Find out about all concerts and festivals scheduled for the coming months in Portugal.2 sourcesSee all sourcesBuddhist Monastery in Galicia Reopens After Fire Restoration
The Buddhist monastery in Galicia, Spain, has completed its restoration and reopened after being devastated by fire. The temple of San Amaro held a reopening ceremony with disciples from around the world attending. The monastery resumes its activities after two years of restoration work.2 sourcesSee all sourcesEcuadorian Prosecutor Murdered While Investigating U.S. Boat Strikes
Alexandra Bravo, an Ecuadorian prosecutor investigating U.S. boat strikes in which 36 passengers survived and alleged torture by American gunmen, was fatally shot on June 14. Bravo faced pressure to treat the cases as disappearances and struggled to obtain cooperation from Ecuadorian agencies. Her investigation was later removed from her jurisdiction. Camila Lourdes Galarza, an investigative journalist, discussed Bravo's murder on Democracy Now!, citing pressure Bravo faced and her removal from the investigation before her death.2 sourcesSee all sourcesUkraine: Protests Enter 16th Day Demanding Fedorov's Reinstatement
Protests across Ukraine, particularly in Kyiv, have entered their 16th consecutive day, demanding the reinstatement of Mikhail Fedorov as Minister of Defense. Thousands of people have been participating in daily marches and rallies, calling for dialogue and reforms in the defense sector. The protests began after Fedorov's resignation on July 15 and have since spread to multiple cities, including Lviv, Odesa, Kharkiv, and others. Despite the ongoing Russian military actions, protesters continue to gather, with estimates reaching up to 5,000 people in Kyiv alone.195 sourcesSee all sourcesFire Localized at Nizhnekamskneftekhim, No Threat to Life or Health
A fire broke out on the territory of «Nizhnekamskneftekhim», a petrochemical production facility in Nizhnekamsk, Tatarstan. The fire source has been localized, and there is no threat to life or health of people. Specialists are conducting monitoring of atmospheric air quality, with results to be published on the enterprise website and official social networks.11 sourcesSee all sourcesQatar Welcomes Hamas' Acceptance of Ceasefire Roadmap
The Qatari Foreign Minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, welcomed contact with the head of Hamas' political bureau, Khalil Al-Hayya, accepting the movement's roadmap for the completion of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip. Al Thani stressed the need for international community pressure on Israel to commit to the agreement and stop its aggressions to ensure the implementation of the roadmap.18 sourcesSee all sourcesWindstorm Batters São Paulo, One Dead; Pernambuco Braces for Weekend Storm
São Paulo has deployed a crisis cabinet after windstorms with gusts up to 100 km/h caused damage, including one fatality in Santos. The weather has since stabilized, with no rain forecast until Sunday. In Pernambuco, a windstorm alert has been issued for the weekend, with expected winds between 40-60 km/h. Safety precautions are advised.6 sourcesSee all sourcesAssassination Attempt on Ukrainian Commander
An assassination attempt was made on the commander of the 'Charter' brigade, Igor Obolensky. The attacker and an accomplice were detained. President Zelensky reported the incident and emphasized that Ukraine will respond to this attempt on a Ukrainian commander. The commander thanked for his service and wished him to strike harder at the occupiers.22 sourcesSee all sourcesProtests in Iran Over Mahsa Amini's Death
Nationwide protests have erupted in Iran following the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who died in police custody after being arrested for allegedly violating the country's strict dress code. Amini's family alleges she was beaten by the morality police, while authorities claim she suffered a heart attack. The protests, which began in Tehran and have since spread to other cities, are calling for an end to the morality police and an investigation into Amini's death. The government has responded with a crackdown, including internet restrictions and arrests.21 sourcesSee all sourcesCondolences Pour In for Media Director's Mother
The Director General of the Media Office in Shabwah province, Hussein Salim Al-Rifa'i, has received condolences from various officials and individuals following the death of his mother. The General Secretary of the Local Council in Shibwa, Abdulrahman Hishla Nasir, the Governor of Shabwah province, 'Owad Muhammad bin Al-Wazir', the General Director of Shabwah Police, Major General Foad Mohammed Nasi, and the Counselor Saleh Mohammed Al-Shu'ara' have all extended their sympathies.6 sourcesSee all sourcesEndangered Chinese Goral Twins Born in Novosibirsk Zoo
Two offspring of the endangered Chinese Goral were born at the Novosibirsk Zoo, the only zoo in Russia to have these animals. The birth is significant as the Goral population is rapidly decreasing in the wild due to poaching and habitat destruction.2 sourcesSee all sourcesMigrant Crisis in Ceuta: 48,000 Returned to Morocco
Over 60,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in recent days, with around 48,000 subsequently returned to Morocco. At least 24 migrants died during the attempt. Emmanuel Macron ordered strengthened border controls with Spain.6 sourcesSee all sourcesU.S. Warns Citizens Against Travel to Ceuta Amid Migrant Influx
The U.S. Embassy in Spain has issued a travel advisory urging American citizens to avoid visiting Ceuta and Melilla due to 'unpredictable and dangerous situations' caused by the influx of migrants. The diplomatic mission recommends that those currently in the affected areas should avoid demonstrations that could turn violent and follow the instructions of local authorities. Spain has deployed its army to contain the situation, and ferry services continue to operate.4 sourcesSee all sourcesLatvia Temporarily Closes Border with Belarus Due to Technical Glitch
Latvia has temporarily closed its border with Belarus due to a technical malfunction in its information systems. The closure affects the Paternieki checkpoint, making border control impossible. Interior Minister Janis Dombrava announced the closure, advising citizens to use alternative routes and warning of possible restrictions amid tension and migration pressure.9 sourcesSee all sourcesGermany's Far-Left Party Demands Germany Take In Ceuta Migrants
Germany's far-left party 'Die Linke' has demanded that Germany take in the illegal migrants who stormed Ceuta. The party's deputy leader Clara Bünger stated that Germany and the EU are obliged to provide for the immigrants and take in asylum seekers. However, Interior Minister Dobrindt and Chancellor Merz have a different opinion.11 sourcesSee all sourcesAncient Civilization Discovered in Amazon
Earthen formations hidden deep in the Amazon have revealed the existence of ancient societies with millions of inhabitants, challenging the notion of the Amazon as an untamed wilderness. The discovery, published in Nature, estimates that between 1.25 million and 3 million people lived in the region during the pre-colonial period.9 sourcesSee all sourcesItaly Suspends Schengen Agreement with Spain
Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen agreement with Spain, closing maritime and aerial borders. The move, which will last for a month, has caused tension between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. Meloni has stated that the decision is to protect Italy's security. The opposition has expressed anger, and the Italian President has taken note of the situation.4 sourcesSee all sourcesUPL Season Starts: Zorya Defeats Kolos 2-0
The new Ukrainian Premier League (UPL) season kicked off with Luhansk Zorya defeating Kolos from Kovalivka 2:0 at the Dynamo Stadium named after Valeriy Lobanovskiy. The match, broadcast live by UPL.TV, saw Zorya score their goals in the 70th and 82nd minutes despite Kolos playing with a man advantage after a red card in the 8th minute. The reigning champion Shakhtar Donetsk will play their first match against Kudryavka on August 3.7 sourcesSee all sourcesBomb Threat at French Consulate and Egyptian Embassy in Athens
Bomb threats were called in targeting the French Consulate and Egyptian Embassy in Athens, along with business groups. Both diplomatic missions were evacuated as a precautionary measure. It was later revealed that the threats were a hoax.2 sourcesSee all sourcesEU Blocks Migrant Movement from Ceuta
The European Commission has ruled out the possibility of migrants from Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, moving to other EU member states within the Schengen area. The decision relies on special border controls in place for Ceuta and Melilla, another Spanish enclave. The Commission guarantees that illegal migrants from Ceuta will not be able to enter the mainland of Europe.2 sourcesSee all sourcesArmenian Alcoholic Beverages Sales Decline in Russia
Sales of Armenian cognac and still wine in Russia decreased by 11-12% in January-June 2026 compared to the same period last year. This decline is attributed to the suspension of sales from three Armenian producers by Rospotrebnadzor, preventive reductions in supplies by distributors, and increased prices. Experts predict that Armenian cognac may be replaced by drinks from Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan in the long term.8 sourcesSee all sourcesSerbia Secures US Sanctions Waiver for Russian-Owned NIS Oil Firm
Serbia's energy minister announced that the country has secured a sanctions waiver from the US for its Russian-owned NIS oil firm. This is the second such waiver Serbia has received from the US.5 sourcesSee all sources