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Asia news — August 1, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Asia published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 16.

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  1. WorldAsiaMiddle EastNorth America

    Voter Registration Drive in Limpopo

    The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is conducting its final voter registration weekend ahead of South Africa's local government elections. SABC News reporters Lerato Makola and Katlego Nyoni are providing updates from Pretoria and Mankweng, Limpopo respectively. In Limpopo, the Electoral Officer Nkaro Mateta expressed disappointment with the initial voter turnout but hopes it will improve. Thanduxolo Chembeni from the IEC discussed challenges faced before the registration process began. As of now, over 29,000 eligible voters in Limpopo have participated in the registration process, with service delivery issues like access to water influencing voting decisions.
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  2. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    UAE Leaders Congratulate President of Benin on Independence Anniversary

    His Highness the Prince of Qatar and the Prime Minister of Qatar sent congratulatory cables to President Romuald Wade of the Republic of Benin on the occasion of his country's independence anniversary. Similarly, the President and Vice Presidents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) sent cables of congratulations to President Romuald Wadagni of Benin on the occasion of his country's national day. The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation also extended warm congratulations to the people of Benin and looked forward to strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
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  4. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    IMD Issues Red Alert for Heavy Rain, Storms in Kerala, Gujarat

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and heavy rain in several districts of Kerala and Gujarat. The warning is valid for two to three hours starting from 2:18 am on Saturday. In Kerala, the affected districts include Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kottayam, and Pathanamthitta. In Gujarat, Ahmedabad, Anand, Aravalli, Bharuch, Bhavnagar, Botad, Gandhinagar, Kachchh, Khera, Mahesana, Morbi, Patan, Sabar Kantha, Surendranagar, and Vadodara are under the red alert. The IMD has also issued an orange warning for several other districts in both states. Residents have been advised to take necessary precautions.
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  6. WorldLawAsiaMiddle East

    PN and BN Win Seats in Negeri Sembilan PRN

    In the recent Parliamentary Election (PRN) in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, several candidates from both Perikatan Nasional (PN) and Barisan Nasional (BN) have won their respective seats with significant majorities. Mohd Fairuz Mohd Isa (PN) won seat N05 Serting with a majority of 12,115 votes, while S. Leza MD Yasin (BN) won seat N18 Pilah with a majority of 730 votes. Other winners include Danni Rais (PN) in seat N04 Klawang, Mohd Asna Amin (BN) in seat N09 Lenggeng, and Siti Nur Umaira Hasim (BN) in seat N20 Labu.
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  7. WorldAsiaMiddle EastNorth America

    Odisha Floods: Political Blame Game as CM Majhi Assesses Damage

    Odisha is grappling with severe floods affecting 20 districts, with over 2 crore people impacted and significant loss of life and livestock. The Mahanadi dispute with Chhattisgarh is at the core of the issue, with Odisha accusing Chhattisgarh of releasing water without proper coordination. BJD leaders question CM Majhi's handling of the situation, while he assures affected people of government support and damage assessment within 3 days. BJD leader Bhrugu Baxipatra blames the floods on Chhattisgarh's dam management.
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  8. WorldAsia

    Spain to Witness Rare Total Solar Eclipse on August 12

    Spain will experience a total solar eclipse on August 12, a phenomenon that hasn't occurred in the Iberian Peninsula since 1912. This event will repeat next summer and won't happen again until 2053. Solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes in front of the Sun, blocking its light. They can be total, annular, or partial, depending on the observer's location. These events follow regular patterns, with 4 to 7 solar and lunar eclipses occurring each year. However, the visibility of a total solar eclipse from a specific location is less frequent, happening approximately every 400 years.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsConstitutionAsiaMiddle East

    Joint Law Enforcement Sweep Verifies Legal Status of Foreign Workers in Gambling Establishments

    On August 1st, joint law enforcement teams in Bokeo Province (Muang Bokeo) and Banteay Meanchey province (Poipet) conducted sweeps at rental accommodations and guesthouses. They verified the legal status of 41 foreign nationals, including 22 Indonesians and 19 Thais, employed at legal gambling establishments. All individuals held valid documents.
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  18. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    Prominent Thai Monk Accused of Alcohol Parties, Sexual Assault

    A prominent monk and university lecturer in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is accused of frequently hosting alcohol parties at his temple residence with friends from other temples, hiring women to accompany them. Evidence includes chat logs and photos of alcoholic beverages. The monk was previously accused in 2020 of allegedly drugging and sexually assaulting a first-year female student. The matter was resolved through mediation, but the accuser claims the monk continues similar behavior. Authorities are investigating the allegations.
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  19. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovAsiaMiddle East

    Spain's Donkeys: From Agricultural Help to Fire Prevention and Therapy Assistance

    In Spain, nearly 4,000 donkeys are registered, transitioning from traditional agricultural roles to new tasks like preventing fires by grazing as 'firefighter donkeys' and participating in therapies with sick people. Associations like Adebo, Trivissa Donkeys Firefighter, and El Burrito Feliz are dedicated to protecting and utilizing these animals for environmental and health benefits. However, they face challenges such as lack of government support and funding.
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  20. SocietyLocal GovAsia

    Man Sentenced to Life for Femicide After Beating Girlfriend to Death

    A 42-year-old man, Mzwakhe Paulos Mhlambi, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his 36-year-old girlfriend, Dibakiso Maria Motaung. Mhlambi assaulted Motaung during an argument in QwaQwa, Free State, South Africa, accusing her of infidelity. The court convicted him of femicide after finding that he repeatedly banged Motaung against a wall, causing her death from internal bleeding. The Free State Provincial Commissioner welcomed the sentence as a strong message against gender-based violence and femicide.
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