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World news — August 1, 2026 - Page 97

World publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 97 of 148.

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  2. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    Montenegro's Tourism Surges in June

    Montenegro welcomed over 390 thousand tourists in June, a 14% increase from 2025, with nearly 2.1 million overnight stays. This marks a 15% rise in overnight stays compared to last year. The number of tourists is almost 35% higher than in 2019, with the number of overnight stays nearly 32% higher. The most overnight stays were recorded from markets like Great Britain, Poland, Ukraine, Israel, France, and Germany, with the United States also notable among distant markets.
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  9. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    5-Year-Old Argentine Girl Found in Venezuela After 2023 Disappearance

    A five-year-old girl from Santa Fe, Argentina, who had been missing since August 2023, was located in Venezuela with her mother. The girl, M.G.S.A., was found during a federal investigation into her alleged abduction and retention by her mother, F.A.S., who took her out of the country without the father's authorization. The Argentine prosecution is working to return the girl to Argentina and has requested Interpol's assistance. The case is being investigated under Article 146 of the Penal Code for the abduction of minors.
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  10. WorldMiddle EastEarthWeatherPublic Health

    Hungary's Energy Crisis: Danube Water Levels Threaten Paks Nuclear Plant

    Hungary is facing an energy crisis due to record low water levels in the Danube River. This has led to concerns about the operation of the Paks Nuclear Power Plant, which could potentially shut down due to insufficient cooling water. The plant provides nearly half of Hungary's energy. Prime Minister Peter Mádiar has confirmed these concerns.
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  11. WorldPolicyRegulatorsMiddle East

    Vande Mataram Bill Passed: Insulting National Song Punishable

    The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, also known as the Vande Mataram Bill, has been passed by both houses of the Indian Parliament. The bill makes it a punishable offense to intentionally prevent the singing of 'Vande Mataram' or disrupt an assembly where it is sung. The penalty includes up to three years imprisonment, a fine, or both, with repeat offenders facing at least one year in prison. The bill aims to grant India's national song the same legal protection as the national flag and anthem. The passage of the bill has sparked debate and criticism from opposition parties, who argue that it is an attempt to communalize the issue and push a Hindutva agenda.
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  20. WorldRegulatorsCivil RightsMiddle East

    Hezbollah Condemns Settler Attacks Near Nablus

    Hezbollah has strongly condemned the recent attacks by settler gangs, backed by Israeli occupation forces, on Palestinian villages near Nablus in the occupied West Bank. The group has described these actions as a 'new crime against humanity' and a violation of international laws and conventions. Hezbollah has also called upon Arab and Islamic countries, as well as the international community, to intervene immediately and stop these crimes against the Palestinian people.
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  21. WorldMiddle East

    Milei Proposes Central Bank Reform in Argentina

    Argentine President Javier Milei is pushing forward with his reform agenda, focusing on the central bank. This week, he plans to announce changes to the Organic Charter of the Central Bank, which will be discussed in the Chamber of Deputies. The proposed reforms include making the central bank autonomous with a single mandate and implementing fiscal balance rules. Milei also plans to reform capital and insurance markets.
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  22. WorldEarth

    Fire in Chiemgau Alps

    A forest fire has broken out in the Chiemgau Alps near Unterwössen, with flames spreading towards the valley. Over 200 emergency services are battling the blaze, using helicopters and ground crews. The fire, which started in difficult-to-reach peak area, has affected around 2.5 hectares and is being fought with circle sprinklers and water drops from helicopters. Authorities have warned residents about smoke and advised them to keep windows closed. The cause of the fire is still unknown, and no injuries have been reported.
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  23. WorldSoutheast Asia

    DOTr Extends LRT-2 'Piso Fare Cashback' Promo Until Aug. 31

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has extended the 'Piso Fare Cashback' promo for cashless commuters on Light Railway Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) until August 31. The promo, initially set to end on July 31, is a partnership between LRT-2, Social Security System (SSS), and Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC). Commuters using their MySSS Card or RCBC debit/credit cards at LRT-2's cashless fare gates pay only one peso per ride, saving up to P17 per trip. The promo can be used up to eight transactions per day.
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