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Earth news — August 1, 2026 - Page 23

Publications tagged with Earth published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 23 of 24.

573 publications

  5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastEarth

    Iraq Denies Attacks Launched from Its Territory

    The Iraqi government has denied claims of attacks launched from its territory, with the spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Sabah al-Noman, stating that there is no evidence to support these allegations. Al-Noman also revealed a comprehensive security plan to enhance sovereignty and prevent future attacks, emphasizing that only official security forces are responsible for security and that the state controls all arms. The government has demanded evidence to support the claims and will not allow any individual actions from within Iraq that affect the security of other countries.
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  7. ScienceHardwareMaterialsEarthPublic HealthBiodiversity

    6 Gardening Tricks from Generations, Backed by Experts

    Six gardening practices passed down through generations are gaining renewed appreciation from horticulture specialists. These techniques, such as feeding the soil, covering it with mulch, using human hair to repel pests, burying banana peels near rosebushes, capturing and removing small pests by hand, and cultivating a bond with nature, are supported by scientific evidence.
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  9. SocietyEarthHealthcareGender

    MPs Urge PM to Fix Social Care Before Assisted Dying Bill

    Labour MP Jess4Lowestoft and others oppose the assisted dying bill due to concerns about the UK's broken care system. They argue that meaningful choice and dignity at the end of life require a functional palliative care system and affordable social care. The MPs welcome the PM's commitment to fixing social care but insist that the assisted dying bill's flaws must also be addressed.
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  12. WorldEuropeMiddle EastEarth

    Russia's Influence Operations in Estonia

    Russia appears to have initiated an influence operation targeting Estonia's Narva, mirroring tactics previously employed in Ukraine. Estonia is now considered the frontline of Russia's influence operations in Europe, according to Maksym Beznosiuk, a strategic policy and security expert at the Globsec think tank. Beznosiuk warns that Russia may attempt a provocation against a small Baltic state to test NATO's resolve, following similar actions in Romania and Poland.
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  13. CultureMiddle EastEarthWeather

    Unpublished Photo of Ricardo Zamora Resurfaces, Showing Poet's Role in Saving His Life

    A long-lost photograph of legendary Real Madrid goalkeeper Ricardo Zamora has been discovered in an archive, bearing a dedication to poet Pedro Luis de Gálvez, who saved Zamora's life during the Spanish Civil War. The photograph, taken by Martín Santos Yubero in 1936, shows Zamora posing with a serene expression. The back of the photo reveals Gálvez's role in protecting Zamora, who was falsely reported dead in 1936. The photograph ended up in a military archive, where it remained until now.
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  19. WorldEarth

    Kazakhstan Builds New Clinic in Kyzylorda with Recovered Assets

    Kazakhstan's government has allocated 6.5 billion tenge from its Special State Fund to construct a new polyclinic in Kyzylorda. The clinic, intended for city residents, will have the capacity to treat up to 400 patients per shift and serve over 35,000 people. It will be equipped with modern facilities like a CT scanner, ultrasound, and X-ray machines. The construction is scheduled to be completed by the end of this year.
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  20. WorldSoutheast AsiaEarthWeather

    Heavy Rain and Landslide Warnings Across Japan

    Heavy rain and landslide warnings have been issued across multiple prefectures in Japan. Niigata Prefecture, including cities like Nagaoka, Joetsu, and Sado, is under a Level 4 Heavy Rain Warning due to unprecedented rainfall. Landslide Disaster Warnings have also been issued for various areas in Niigata, Yamagata, and other prefectures. Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution.
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