Ramayana's Global Influence
Variations of the ancient Indian epic Ramayana continue to influence culture, art, literature, and traditions across Southeast Asia and beyond.2 sourcesSee all sources
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Wildfires in Portugal: Over 5,700 Fires in First Seven Months
In the first seven months of 2021, Portugal experienced over 5,700 wildfires, burning more than 52,500 hectares of land. This is the highest number of fires and affected area in the last four years, according to provisional data from the Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests (ICNF). Of the burned area, 45% was forest plantations and 42% was brush.4 sourcesSee all sourcesGunmen Attack Catholic Bishop's Residence, Abduct Seminarian
Gunmen attacked the residence of a Catholic bishop in Benue State, Nigeria, abducting a seminarian. The bishop, Most Rev. Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe, was unharmed, but the seminarian remains in captivity. The incident has been condemned by the Catholic Church, which has called for his immediate release.3 sourcesSee all sourcesChaos in Ceuta: Moroccan Migrants Loot, Attack, and Set Fires
Within 24 hours of their arrival, thousands of Moroccan migrants in Ceuta have been involved in widespread looting, arson, and violence against locals. Incidents include setting cars and a bus on fire, attacking locals, breaking into homes, and even stabbing someone. Firefighters have already intervened, and concerns are rising about potential chaos for resources or food.3 sourcesSee all sourcesKumamoto Earthquake: 36 Dead, 79,000 Households Without Water on Day 4
A magnitude 7 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, causing widespread power and water outages. As of the 4th day, 36 people have died, and around 79,000 households remain without water. Extreme heat is exacerbating the situation, with temperatures exceeding 35°C. Over 9,000 people are staying in evacuation centers, and many residents are sleeping in their vehicles to escape the heat.65 sourcesSee all sourcesFreedom Completes Turkish Bank Acquisition
Freedom Holding Corp. has finalized the purchase of Turkish Bank A.Ş., with its subsidiary Freedom Finansal Hizmetler A.Ş. acquiring 99.32% of the shares. Vladimir Pochekuyev, a partner of Freedom Holding Corp., was appointed as the chairman of the new bank's board of directors.2 sourcesSee all sourcesArsenal Close to Signing Vinicius Jr
Arsenal are confident in their pursuit of Vinicius Jr, with financial packages ready and personal terms agreed. They believe signing him would be their biggest deal since Mesut Ozil. The player can leave Real Madrid for free next January if he doesn't extend his contract.10 sourcesSee all sourcesLiberia's Kush Crisis
Kush, a potent cannabis strain, is spreading across Liberia, causing families to face its consequences while traffickers evade accountability.4 sourcesSee all sourcesGST Revenue Surges 15.4% to Rs 2.11 Lakh Crore in July
Gross GST collection grew by 15.4% to Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July, driven by a 29% increase in import-related revenue. Domestic collections also rose by over 10%.8 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump Calls Spain's Migration Crisis an 'Invasion'
Donald Trump has described the migration situation in Spain as an 'invasion', blaming weak laws and liberal legislation. He warned that a similar scenario could occur in the US if Republicans are not elected, citing the midterm elections as a topic of discussion. Trump's comments come as Spain struggles to manage an influx of migrants, with over 60,000 having entered the country illegally this year.9 sourcesSee all sourcesSpain Invasion
Thousands of migrants are reportedly invading Spain, specifically in the Melilla region. The incident started in the evening and continued deep into the night, with explosions heard and tens of thousands of people involved. The event is being described as utter madness and a third-world invasion. Spain's borders are being called for militarization.11 sourcesSee all sourcesEmergency Car Collection for Military Pilots
A unit of military drone pilots from Kharkiv needs urgent car collection to replace their current vehicle in poor condition. They have raised $5,000 so far but need an additional 90,000 UAH (approx. $2,200) for a reliable Volkswagen Transporter IV with 4x4 drive. Donations can be made via Monobank, Privatbank, or PayPal.5 sourcesSee all sourcesE20 Petrol Impact on Older Vehicle Parts
A study has found that using E20 petrol can lead to greater hardening, loss of strength and flexibility, and swelling in certain parts of older vehicles, including those compliant with BS-III standards.3 sourcesSee all sourcesTrump Announces Hamas Disarmament Deal
U.S. President Trump has announced a deal to disarm Hamas, with the Palestinian group confirming the agreement to Al Arabiya. The deal comes after consultations and the passage of cargo ships through the Bab al-Mandab Strait. However, Israel launched attacks across Gaza one day after Hamas agreed to the disarmament.7 sourcesSee all sourcesWhy One Should Never Get Married: 'The Invite' Explores Frustration in Long-term Marriages
Olivia Wilde's film 'The Invite' is a chamber play set in a New York apartment that delves into the frustrations of long-term marriages. The comedy is based on insights from a couple therapist who advised Wilde during writing.2 sourcesSee all sourcesTurkey-Maldives Trade Agreement Enters Force
Turkey's Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat announced that the Preferential Trade Agreement between Turkey and the Maldives has come into effect. This agreement will provide Turkish exporters tariff advantages in 404 products, ranging from iron and steel to electronics, furniture, plastics, cosmetics, and food industry products. Meanwhile, 293 tariff lines in the Maldives have been exempted from customs duties. Bolat stated that this agreement strengthens Turkey's trade diplomacy and diversifies its exports.2 sourcesSee all sourcesNikšić Police Seize Cigarettes Worth Around 1,840 Euros Intended for Illegal Trade
In Nikšić, police and customs officials discovered and seized a total of 636 packs of cigarettes worth around 1,840 euros from two commercial objects. The cigarettes were suspected of being intended for illegal trade. Criminal charges have been filed against the owners of the commercial objects, R.B. and Š.Š., for suspicion of committing the criminal offense of illegal trade. The seized cigarettes included both those with foreign tax stamps and those without. The competent state prosecutor's office has been informed and will proceed with the case.9 sourcesSee all sourcesCycling Community Honours Wessel van Dyk After Fatal Collision
The cycling community in Durban paid tribute to Wessel van Dyk, a passionate cyclist and father who died after being struck by a vehicle while training on the beachfront route. Cyclists gathered at Suncoast Casino for a tribute ride, placing flowers and reflecting on his life. Van Dyk's daughter, Leilah, shared a message of forgiveness. The event highlighted safety concerns among cyclists.3 sourcesSee all sourcesAFL Live: Saints Upset Bid; Hawks Narrow Win
St Kilda challenged Sydney, while Hawthorn held off North Melbourne in Saturday's AFL action. Tonight, Carlton faces Brisbane. Follow live.30 sourcesSee all sources57-Year-Old Arrested for Blackmailing Business in Mykonos
A 57-year-old individual was arrested in Mykonos for allegedly blackmailing a business. The suspect demanded €50,000 from the director to stop submitting false noise pollution complaints. Police set up a trap, handing over marked money at a predetermined location before making the arrest.5 sourcesSee all sourcesDelhi Launches Lakshmi Yojana: Rs 2,500 Monthly Aid for Women
The Delhi government has launched the Lakshmi Yojana, a scheme providing Rs 2,500 monthly financial assistance to eligible women. The online registration portal went live on August 1, 2026, with over 1,000 women registering within the first few hours. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the scheme, which aims to empower women by providing them with financial independence.22 sourcesSee all sourcesRussian Woman Found Dead in Suitcase in Belgrade
The body of Russian citizen Ludmila Turova (also reported as Lyudmila Turkova) was found in a suitcase in a remote area of Belgrade. The 27-year-old had been missing since July 25. Serbian authorities have arrested a 25-year-old Turkish national as the main suspect in the case.5 sourcesSee all sourcesIsraeli Airstrikes Destroy Homes in Gaza
Israeli airstrikes have caused significant destruction to residential buildings in Gaza. The Nawaq family's house in the Safawi neighborhood north of Gaza city was shelled, while the Al-Hawajri family's multi-story house in the Nusairat camp was also targeted. The attacks resulted in widespread damage to the targeted houses and neighboring properties, including refugee tents.5 sourcesSee all sourcesEgypt Backs AU Mission in Somalia Amid Funding Concerns
Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's support for the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) during an extraordinary summit in Kampala, Uganda. Abdelatty stressed the importance of sustainable funding for the mission and called on international partners to ensure it has the necessary resources to fulfill its mandate. The summit, attended by regional leaders and the President of the African Union Commission, discussed the future of AMISOM amidst the withdrawal of US funding and the need for a coordinated, phased withdrawal of the mission.6 sourcesSee all sources