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Latest news bulletin | August 2nd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 2nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Historic sporting events in Europe worth travelling for
From Siena’s legendary horse race to human pyramids in Spain, these storied competitions should be on your must-see list.
Parents save on school uniforms at city swap shop
Parents take home school uniform for free at a pop-up that organisers hope can become a regular event.
Memorial Day of Sinti and Roma: The genocide Europe struggles to remember
Every year on 2nd August, Genocide of the Roma Memorial Day, Europe remembers the hundreds of thousands of Roma and Sinti people persecuted and murdered during the Nazi era. The real question is what happens on 3rd August – and every day thereafter asks Michaela Küchler in an
Landslide death toll rises in China’s Gansu province as heavy rains continue
Flash floods in Gansu province in China's north-west last week killed 25 people.
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Make Surprise Appearance at ‘Practical Magic’ Screening
Ahead of 'Practical Magic 2' hitting theaters in September, the two stars brought some witchcraft to a Cinespia screening of the 1998 original on Saturday.
South Korea moves to curb hotel price gouging during major concerts
Hotels and Airbnb hosts will face penalties for price gouging and unjustified cancellations.
Pakistan avalanche wipes out a generation of Nepali climbing greats
The loss will have lasting consequences for the country’s adventure tourism sector.
Toymaker Hasbro Reimagines Most Iconic Board Games With Spider-Man-Themed Graphics and Gameplay
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is shaping up to be a big hit at the box office, challenging 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame” for the biggest North American movie opening of all time. Now, fans can also compete in a different type of challenge, with toymaker Hasbro re-releasing a number
Filipino housekeeping services win fans in Japan’s growing market
One provider has seen its workforce roughly double over the past decade.
Tourists chase high-octane thrill in China’s trending biker capital of Chongqing
The city now accounts for more than a third of China’s total motorbike production.
OPEC+ tipped to raise production again but new quotas loom
Saudi Arabia, Russia and five other members of OPEC+ are expected to raise their oil production quotas for September when they meet online Sunday as the Middle East war continues to disrupt global energy supplies. The enlarged Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries
Houthis push back on report of planned Red Sea shipping fees
Yemen’s Houthi-run maritime authority pushed back on Saturday against reports that the group is considering charging toll fees to commercial vessels passing through the Bab el-Mandeb strait, saying ships can continue to pass through the waterway without paying. The Humanitarian
Trump says he canceled Iran attack after Tehran sought more time for deal
The U.S. president said Iran and several Middle Eastern countries asked Washington to postpone military action because the outlines of an agreement had been reached, adding that Israel had joined the decision to hold off on an attack
Trump says he is cancelling strikes on Iran subject to 'rapidly' making deal
The US president's message came amid media reports that he was planning new, intense strikes on Iran over the weekend.
China’s home-grown DUV progress not the biggest threat to ASML, analysts say
Western anxiety over a potential breakthrough in Chinese chipmaking gear may be rising, but home-grown machines are not the greatest threat facing industry leader ASML, according to analysts.
Democrats slam Trump admin after DOJ drops Reflecting Pool vandalism case
Democrats are reacting to the Justice Department’s move to drop its Reflecting Pool vandalism case against a former Olympian David Hearn, saying the move validated their longstanding criticism that the administration is weaponizing the Justice Department. The Justice Department
Japan team develops ‘eco-fireworks’ with water-soluble shells to cut debris
The new shells incorporating water-soluble resin can dissolve in as little as one day.
76% in Japan support upholding 3 non-nuclear principles: Poll
The results highlight strong anti-nuclear sentiment as debate grows over revising the principles.
‘Nostradamus of AI’ Leopold Aschenbrenner didn’t have the crystal ball seeing hedge fund portfolio dip 67%
The celebrated crystal ball of the “Nostradamus of AI” hasn’t merely gone cloudy — it has rolled off the table and shattered on the parlor floor.
The biggest X-Men clue in Spider-Man: Brand New Day has nothing to do with Sadie Sink
In Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Bruce Banner and Peter Parker invent a power inhibtor. Could this be leading to a mutant power inhibitor?
How Spain's migrant crisis created a political storm - whipped up by social media
The Ceuta crossings have shaken Europe politically, exposing divisions over the sensitive issue of migration, the BBC's Sarah Rainsford writes.
Thai PM Anutin apologises to Russians, orders tighter security after five Chonburi killings
He visited sites linked to the deaths of two Russian siblings and three members of a Thai family.
Israeli strikes kill at least four in Gaza despite Trump announcing breakthrough
CAIRO, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Israeli airstrikes continued in Gaza for a second straight day on Sunday, killing at least four Palestinians, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrough in efforts to implement last year's Gaza ceasefire agreement. Palestinian
Fluorescent probes offer sharper view of plant tissues
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) and the Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Faridabad, have developed and tested a new class of fluorescent probes that enable scientists to visualize xylem, the specialized tissue responsible for transporting
Beast of Reincarnation release time in your time zone
Game Freak's soulslike Beast of Reincarnation comes out soon and in this guide you can check its release time in your time zone.
Solitude as a new aspirational lifestyle: 'We are not lonely'
A growing number of what the internet has dubbed "loneliness influencers" are spotlighting solo living without children or friends - and it's spurring debate.
How new informatics tools help turn biodiversity data into policy insights
Biodiversity loss has been among the central topics in public, policy and scientific debate for several decades. While its accelerating pace and impacts are well recognized, translating the vast amounts of biodiversity data into reliable indicators that can inform policy
Heatwave scorching western US ups risk of hazardous fire conditions
In Oregon and Washington, low humidity and powerful winds have put officials on alert for wildfire spread A heatwave scorching the western US region has elevated the risk of hazardous fire conditions particularly in parts of Oregon and Washington, where low humidity and
Burgum weighs in on alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism case after DOJ dismissal
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum doubled down on claims that vandals were responsible for damage to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, rejecting the Justice Department’s assessment that faulty construction was to blame. The DOJ moved to dismiss its felony destruction-of-property
Young guns for hire - the teenage hitmen recruited to kill across Europe
The Foxtrot Network is thought to be responsible for about 35 murders in Europe, and uses violence-as-a-service tactics.
Russian ship defies sanctions to send military vehicles to Mali
The ship carried armoured personnel carriers and trucks through the English Channel to Africa, satellite images show.
Why Uganda seems to be winning the battle against Ebola as virus spreads in DR Congo
Uganda discharged its last Ebola patient from hospital roughly two weeks ago.
The 10 best sci-fi movies released in 1986, ranked
Aliens, Highlander, The Fly, Star Trek IV, and more prove 1986 may have been science fiction's greatest year.
The Sopranos star Vincent Pastore dies aged 80
Pastore, who played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in the hit US show, was found at his home in New York City, US media report.
Vin Diesel Says ‘Fast Forever’ Is the “Best Script” He’s Read in Decades: “I Am Still Crying”
The 11th 'Fast & Furious' film is slated to release in theaters March 17, 2028, from Universal.
Trump says he will hold off on fresh Iran attack in hope of quick deal
By Yasmine Ghania and Menna AlaaElDin CAIRO, August 2 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said late on Saturday he would hold off on a fresh attack on Iran as long as a deal could be reached quickly to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran threatens to strike other nations' energy fields if US launches fresh attacks
By Yasmine Ghania and Menna AlaaElDin CAIRO, August 2 (Reuters) - Iran warned this weekend against any “adventurous action” by the U.S. and said it would retaliate decisively if American forces follow through on President Donald Trump's threats of fresh attacks on Iranian
Developer of 'Spanking Exorcist' game held up by Steam content moderation releases free 'apology game' where you spank him as punishment: 'We would be delighted if you enjoy it'
I did not enjoy it. It was solely a professional obligation.
