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World news — August 29, 2026 - Page 3

World publications published on August 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 6.

126 publications

  1. WorldMiddle East

    Brazil's Population Reaches 214.2 Million in 2026

    Brazil's population reached 214.2 million in 2026, according to the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). This marks an increase of 0.37% from the previous year. The country now has 15 municipalities with more than 1 million inhabitants, which together concentrate 20% of the Brazilian population. The most populous cities are São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Fortaleza, and Salvador. The growth rate of Brazil's population has been gradually decreasing, and it is projected to reach 220 million by 2041 before starting to decline.
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    Ukrainian Suspect's Defense Tries to Disrupt 'Nord Stream' Sabotage Trial

    The defense of Ukrainian national Sergei Kuznetsov, accused of involvement in the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, is attempting to disrupt his upcoming trial in Germany. Kuznetsov's lawyer argues that if the attack was carried out as alleged by the German federal prosecutor's office, it should be considered a lawful act of military self-defense rather than a criminal offense, and thus the trial should not proceed.
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  8. WorldEuropeMiddle EastTrade

    Russia, Belarus Trade Turnover Up 12.5% Despite External Pressure

    Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko met in Moscow to discuss trade-economic cooperation. They noted a 12.5% increase in trade turnover between their countries since the beginning of the year, despite external attempts to influence their relationship. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to overcoming any difficulties together and strengthening their economic ties.
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    Cold War Spy Tunnel Parts Rediscovered in Berlin

    Three segments of a Cold War-era spy tunnel built by US and UK intelligence services have been discovered in Brandenburg, Germany. The tunnel, constructed in the mid-1950s, was used to tap into Soviet military telephone lines. After being exposed in 1956, parts of the tunnel were distributed to various East German army bases for training purposes. Now, three segments have been recovered and will be preserved, with one piece each going to the DDR Museum and 'Berliner Unterwelten' association's tour, and another potentially displayed at the original tunnel site.
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  15. WorldAppointmentsMiddle EastIsrael

    Brazilian 'Big Brother' Contestant Expelled After Fight, Refuses to Leave

    Brazilian Stefanny 'Campanita' Pereira was expelled from Argentina's 'Gran Hermano Generación Dorada' after a fight with Chilean Jennifer 'Pincoya' Galvarini. Campanita took photos of Pincoya's son, leading to a physical altercation. Both were eliminated contestants visiting the house. Campanita refused to leave, resulting in security removing her.
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  18. WorldEarth

    St. Petersburg Welcomes Autumn with Rain and Cyclones

    St. Petersburg is bidding farewell to summer with rain and cyclones. The city experienced its last day of summer on August 31st with temperatures reaching up to +22 degrees, but rain and thunderstorms were prevalent. Autumn officially arrived on September 1st with warm temperatures but persistent rain. The weather is influenced by cyclonic vortices, causing cloudy skies and strong winds. Rain is expected to continue until the end of the day on September 2nd and may last for at least a week.
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    Ukraine's Metallurgy Industry Facing Collapse Due to Russian Strikes and Export Restrictions

    Russian forces have launched multiple missile strikes on key Ukrainian metallurgical plants, including 'Zaporizhstal' and 'ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih', causing significant damage and halting production. These attacks, combined with port blockades, increased railway costs, and new EU quotas and carbon tax (CBAM), threaten to shut down Ukraine's metallurgy industry by spring 2026. The country could lose around 72% of its steel production, leading to substantial economic losses and job cuts.
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  24. WorldChinaEarth

    Rosstat Reveals Average Daily Calorie Intake of Russians in 2025

    Rosstat has published data on the nutrition of Russians for 2025. The average daily calorie content of the diet was 2558.8 kcal, with approximately 307 g of carbohydrates, 110 g of fats, and 82 g of proteins consumed per day. The energy value of the diet has remained relatively stable compared to 2024. Regional variations are significant, with residents of Chechnya consuming the most calories (3834.6 kcal) and those in the Republic of Altai consuming the least (1967 kcal).
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