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Peace news — August 1, 2026 - Page 5

Publications tagged with Peace published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 12.

271 publications

  1. PoliticsRegulatorsPeace

    Marvel Cancels 'Wonder Man' Despite Season 2 Renewal

    Marvel Studios has abruptly canceled the Disney+ series 'Wonder Man', despite previously renewing it for a second season. The decision comes as a surprise to fans and industry insiders alike, especially given the show's critical acclaim and Emmy nomination for lead actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. Sources report that a writers' room for the second season was never opened, and writers have been released to seek other projects.
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  2. WorldLawRegulatorsPeaceTrialMiddle East

    Mendonça Authorizes Multiple PF Inquiries Against Lulinha

    Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça authorized several Federal Police (PF) inquiries against Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, son of former President Lula. The investigations focus on suspicions of corruption, influence peddling, and actions at Dataprev. The PF initially tried to prevent Mendonça from receiving a new investigation report on Lulinha.
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  3. U.S.AppointmentsElectionsPeace

    Panetta: U.S.-Iran War Unwinnable

    Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta has stated that the U.S. is engaged in a war with Iran that cannot be won. In an interview with CNN, Panetta described the conflict as unwinnable, stating that it has dragged on without any satisfactory result. He also compared it to other U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, suggesting that these conflicts have weakened America's global standing.
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  4. PoliticsPeace

    STF Minister Archives Inquiry Against STJ Minister in 'Sale of Decisions' Case

    Minister Cristiano Zanin of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) archived an inquiry investigating Minister Og Fernandes of the Superior Court of Justice (STJ) for his possible involvement in a scheme of selling decisions. The Prosecutor General of the Republic (PGR) requested the archiving, stating that there were no elements to justify the continuation of the investigation. The inquiry was opened as part of Operation Sisamnes, which investigated a scheme of negotiation of judicial decisions involving businessmen, lawyers, judges, and intermediaries. The investigation will continue against another STJ member, Minister Moura Ribeiro.
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  5. SocietyCivil RightsPeaceCorruption

    Sheriff Resists NY Governor's Order to End ICE Cooperation

    Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar pushes back against a new law from New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James, requiring local law enforcement agencies to stop cooperating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Akshar argues that releasing dangerous immigrants into communities is unacceptable and criticizes Albany politicians for prioritizing criminals over law-abiding citizens. He plans to comply with the law ending 287(g) programs by August 25 but will continue to cooperate with ICE in other ways.
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  6. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Lulinha Targeted in New Influence Peddling Investigation

    Minister André Mendonça authorized the Federal Police to investigate Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, son of President Lula, for suspected influence peddling and corruption. The inquiry focuses on Lulinha's business dealings with the Ministry of Health and Dataprev, a federal data management company. Lulinha's defense denies any wrongdoing, claiming a 'fishing expedition'.
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  10. U.S.Local GovCivil RightsPeaceTrial

    Tony Montana, Brother of 'El Mencho', Pleads Guilty to Drug Trafficking in US

    Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'Tony Montana', brother of the late Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes ('El Mencho'), has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute cocaine and methamphetamine to the US, as well as using firearms to facilitate drug trafficking. The 67-year-old from Michoacán was involved in drug operations for over two decades, first with the Milenio Cartel and later with CJNG. He faces a minimum sentence of 15 years and a maximum of two consecutive life sentences, with sentencing set for November 13.
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  11. U.S.Local GovPeace

    Florida AG Warns Catholic Schools on Vaccine Exemptions

    Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has warned Catholic schools that they may be violating state law by denying religious exemptions for vaccinations. In a letter to the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, Uthmeier, who identifies as Catholic, expressed concern that some schools may not be complying with state law requiring religious exemptions for vaccinations. He cited guidelines from the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee that do not allow religious exemptions for immunizations. Uthmeier warned that failure to comply could jeopardize the schools' eligibility for state resources such as scholarships and 'vouchers'. The warning comes amid a record number of measles cases in the US, with Florida being one of the states with a significant increase in cases.
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  12. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceGovernance

    Supreme Court Directs Compensation Mechanism for Stray Animal Road Accidents

    The Supreme Court directed the Centre and state governments to develop a mechanism for payment of compensation in accidents caused by stray animals on roads. The bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and N Kotiswar Singh issued directions including tagging of all animals, holding owners responsible, and ensuring animals return to their specified dwellings at the end of each day. The court also ordered Rs 15 lakh compensation to a woman whose husband died in an accident caused by a wild boar.
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  20. PoliticsPeaceCorruptionMiddle East

    Hamas Agrees to Disarm in Gaza

    Hamas, the Palestinian militant group that controls the Gaza Strip, has reportedly agreed to disarm as part of a deal reached with unspecified parties. The agreement, which was announced by various sources including Israeli officials, President Trump, and Hamas itself, marks a significant development in the long-standing conflict. However, the details of the agreement remain unclear, and it faces numerous challenges moving forward.
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  21. PoliticsBillRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Hamas Agrees to Disarm in Gaza Peace Deal

    Hamas has reportedly agreed to a deal that includes provisions for its disarmament and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip. The agreement was announced by US President Donald Trump, who chairs the Board of Peace, an international body established under his Gaza peace plan. The deal envisions a phased Israeli withdrawal as the disarmament process is completed, with an international stabilization force and a new Palestinian police force taking responsibility for security in the territory. However, Israel has not yet confirmed its agreement to its side of the bargain.
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  24. PoliticsPeaceAsia

    Secretive Court Hears First Case After 30 Years

    A secretive U.S. court, established in 1996 to deport suspected terrorists, held its first public hearing after three decades. The case involved a 47-year-old woman, Nazira Hajji Zady, accused of supporting Islamic State and helping conceal a failed Election Day 2024 mass shooting plot. The court uses classified evidence, much of which is presented in secret and cannot be challenged by defendants.
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