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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 88

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 88 of 148.

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  1. WorldMiddle EastMarketsHardware

    Russians Embrace Analog: Vinyl, Film, and Paper Sales Surge

    Russians are increasingly opting for analog formats like vinyl records, film cameras, and paper planners over digital alternatives. Sales of vinyl records on Wildberries increased by 42% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year. On Ozon, interest in turntables surged by 1.5 times year-over-year, with popular vinyl records including Queen, Lana Del Rey, Rammstein, and 'Kino'. Other analog products like film cameras (+1.9 times), music CDs and cassettes (+2.5 times), paper planners (+13%), and fountain pens (+17%) also experienced significant growth. This trend is driven by a desire for ritual, tactility, and slowing down.
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  2. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Morocco's Actions Spark Ceuta Crisis

    Thousands of Moroccans attempted to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, straining relations between the two countries. The incident occurred on July 30, Morocco's Throne Day, and is seen as a response to Spain's recent actions, including granting nationality to Sahrawis and changing its historical position on the Sahara. The event has raised questions about Morocco's policy towards Spain and its handling of migration issues.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Gilberto Mora's Near Miss with Real Madrid

    Gilberto Mora, Mexican football's rising star, was on the verge of joining Real Madrid's youth academy alongside teammate Javier Camacho before the COVID-19 pandemic derailed their opportunity. Despite the setback, Mora continues to attract attention from European clubs like Benfica and Borussia Dortmund. However, his age and high transfer fee are currently preventing him from moving to Europe.
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  5. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    Hamas Agrees to Store Heavy Weapons with Palestinian Committee

    Hamas has agreed to store its heavy weapons with the National Committee for Gaza Management, a Palestinian committee, as part of a deal with Israel. The process will involve registering and handing over the weapons to the committee, which will oversee their storage and management. The agreement comes after intense negotiations and is subject to certain conditions, including Israel's withdrawal from Gaza and the deployment of an international force. Hamas has stressed that the weapons will not be transferred to Israel or any non-Palestinian party.
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  6. WorldMiddle East

    UAE Launches 'Years Award' to Honor Inspiring Initiatives

    Under the directives of President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has launched the 'Years Award', a national recognition platform for individuals and institutions whose contributions create tangible impact and inspire collective action. The award, overseen by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is based on three pillars: impact, sustainability, and inspiration. It aims to transform each annual UAE Year theme into a lasting national legacy and is open for nominations until September 10, 2026.
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  9. WorldRegulatorsNorth America

    North West Cancels First Tour Days Before Premiere

    North West, the 13-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, has canceled her first tour, the 'Kimokawaii Tour', just days before it was scheduled to begin. The tour, which was set to feature 14 dates across North America with rapper Molly Santana, has been removed from ticketing websites and the official tour website is currently inaccessible. Neither North West's management nor Molly Santana have provided an official reason for the cancellation. North West's debut EP 'N0rth4evr' was released in May and received positive reviews from her family members.
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  10. WorldBillMiddle EastChina

    China Condemns U.S. Threats Against Cuba, Demands End to Sanctions

    The Chinese Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the U.S. for threatening Cuba with military action and called for an immediate end to all unilateral sanctions against the island nation. China reiterated its firm support for Cuba in protecting its national sovereignty and opposing foreign interference. This stance was expressed amidst tense bilateral relations between the U.S. and Cuba, marked by the U.S.'s permanent economic blockade against Havana.
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  14. WorldBillGovernanceReliefMiddle East

    Ukraine Prepares Countermeasures as Russia Plans New Strikes on Ships

    President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting where reports indicated Russia's plans for further strikes on Ukraine, particularly targeting its ships. The new Chief of Staff Mikhail Drapat briefed Zelensky on the situation at the front, focusing on Sloviansk, Konstantinovka, and the Zaporizhzhia direction. Zelensky expects the government to present a plan next week to diversify export routes in response to Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports. Ukraine is also preparing countermeasures and updating its list of defense forces' needs.
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