Pawan Kalyan gets a special handshake from PM Modi
Wearing a sling, Mr. Pawan Kalyan attended the first public meeting and shared the dais with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu
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French Bar Council backs BASL stand on proposed judges’ retirement age increase
The French National Bar Council (Conseil National des Barreaux – CNB) has adopted a resolution supporting the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) over concerns regarding the Government’s proposal to…
Police arrest over 239,000 suspects in nine-month anti-drug drive
by Norman Palihawadane The Police have arrested 239,384 suspects during the past nine months as part of an intensified nationwide crackdown on narcotics networks, while initiating investigations into…
MassGAT: a graph-based collective learning approach for untargeted detection and annotation of LC-MS data
Motivation: The untargeted processing of Liquid Chromatography coupled to High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (LC-HRMS) data is a major challenge for the comprehensive and robust characterisation of…
Gaza authorities find 112 bodies in rubble of enclave
Authorities in Gaza said that they had recovered the remains of another 112 people in rubble, part of daunting operations after more than two years of Israeli strikes.
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.
Judicious Way out of a Judicial Fiasco
by Rajan Philips The NPP government has walked into a judicial storm of its own making. It seems determined to bulldoze its way through the storm, use its two-thirds majority in parliament to amend the constitution, and extend by two years the retirement age of the sitting and future Supreme Court and Court of Appeal […]
I had a vasectomy in my 20s after the trauma of my sons' births
As the number of young men having vasectomies rises, BBC News spoke to two about why they chose to have the snip.
E20: AAP plans pro-choice rally to PM residence
Arvind Kejriwal announced a march to the Prime Minister's residence on Tuesday. He demanded consumers have a choice between pure petrol and E20 fuel.
‘Frustration and anger are building’ as thousands demand Fedorov’s return
Protesters’ demands to reinstate Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister must not be ignored, veteran Dmytro Koziatynskyi wrote in an appeal to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on X on Aug. 1.
The Papers: Chancellor 'warns' supermarkets and 'own goal'
John Healey's vow to crackdown on grocery "price gouging" and the Fifa World Cup scandal dominate Sunday's front pages.
Iran’s foreign minister warns of any ‘adventurous action’ by US
Iran warned this weekend against any “adventurous action” by the US and said it would retaliate decisively if American forces follow through on US President Donald Trump’s threats of fresh attacks on…
Iraqi premier al-Zaydi announces 'deterrent measures' against playing role in regional hostilities
Iraqi premier al-Zaydi announces 'deterrent measures' against playing role in regional hostilities Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaydi has announced "deterrent measures" to prevent attacks on…
Singaporeans, Malaysians arrested in Ho Chi Minh City over drug-laced vape network
Police in Ho Chi Minh City have dismantled a drug trafficking group that injected narcotic-laced e-liquid into e-cigarettes, arresting 65 suspects, including 10 foreign nationals believed to have…
Trump says he will hold off on fresh Iran attack in hope of quick deal
Iran warned the US this weekend against any “adventurous action” and said it would retaliate decisively if American forces followed through on Trump's threats of fresh attacks on Iranian targets.
Iran threatens to strike other nations' energy fields if US launches fresh attacks
US attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure would prompt Iranian strikes on oil fields in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, as well as the gas fields of Qatar and Israel, says a media outlet affiliated with…
THE LOWLY NEWSPAPERMAN: Reason, logic and facts die when we clash with populists over migration
The solid arguments against anti-migrant sentiment are being drowned out by the voices of populists. A new conversation has to have empathy for the masses without pandering to xenophobic tendencies…
ROAD HAZARD: Outa wants high court to put the brakes on new traffic fine system
The civil action group is seeking an urgent interdict to stop the roll-out of the new Aarto system, in which car owners with unpaid traffic infringements face blocked licenses, sales, or transfers. They argue in court papers that President Cyril Ramaphosa acted unlawfully and irrationally in proclaiming the new scheme.
Judge Bhuyan questions SC collegium’s opacity
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan questioned the Supreme Court collegium's lack of transparency in judicial appointments. He noted that recent collegium resolutions provided no reasons for their decisions. This opacity, he argued, could allow unsuitable individuals to enter the judiciary.
Fifth-generation farm at a standstill due to contamination
The future of Kate Tucker’s family farm looks as murky as its waterways, which face a raft of contamination issues, but poor environmental regulation has left her with few options.
Stories that caught our eye: July 25 to August 1
A selection of the stories that caught our eye over the last seven days in Argentina. Leer más
NSMQ 2026: Mim SHS, Serwaa Kesse Girls’ and Presec Bechem book national championship spots
The battle for places at the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) national championship has ended in the Ahafo Region, with three schools earning qualification after a day of intense…
Mahama orders roadmap to expand TOR’s refining capacity to 100,000 barrels a day
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, together with the Board and management of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), to develop a…
Racism as its own worst enemy
No country is racist and no country is free of racism – this is not a black-and-white issue (perhaps not the best way of putting it) but numerous shades of grey. Leer más
Total (culture) war
The “culture wars” Milei is so fond of are the cornerstone of his political construction. Leer más
New Dagbon regent vows to preserve peace and uphold rotational succession
The new Regent of Dagbon, His Royal Highness Kampakuya Naa Yakubu II, has pledged to preserve the kingdom’s hard-won peace and uphold the rotational chieftaincy succession arrangement between the…
AOC’s Low Favorability Complicates Democrats’ Push for Change: Poll
A new poll found Ocasio-Cortez's low favorability rating may complicate her emergence as a unifying figure within the party.
Hungary to Shut Its Only Nuclear Plant for First Time on Drought
Hungary is set to shut down its only nuclear power plant for the first time after water levels in the Danube fell below the minimum needed to cool its four reactors.
'Owner has no other option': Suspected rise in abandoned cars across Canberra
Tow truck operators say they are being called to more abandoned vehicles across Canberra — and while the government aims to resolve cases within nine days, officials say investigations often take four…
Man critically injured during Melbourne car theft
A man in his 60s was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being struck by his own car as it was being stolen in Melbourne's north-east.
Iran's Araghchi touts phone calls warning of 'decisive' response to any US aggression
Iran's Araghchi touts phone calls warning of 'decisive' response to any US aggression Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has said that he has informed his Turkish , Pakistani and Saudi…
From Mao to now: why China’s Communist Party is intent on control over the military
Having marked its 99th anniversary on August 1, the People’s Liberation Army is now just one year away from its centenary goals, with its evolution highlighting the past, present and future of China’s military strategy.
10 expansions that were better than the actual game
Bigger isn't always better. Except for sometimes when it is.
Massie Accuses GOP of Hypocrisy Over Ceuta Crisis
Massie says fellow Republicans condemning the Ceuta migrant surge backed language favorable to Morocco's claim on Ceuta.
Inside the London hacker house taking a stand against founder burnout
How one founder house is betting work-life balance can beat burnout .
Iran says Gulf states have a 'moral duty' to block US from using territory
Iran says Gulf states have a 'moral duty' to block US from using territory Iran’s foreign ministry has warned Gulf states against allowing the US and Israel to use their territory to carry out attacks…
‘Grateful to driver who reported me to police’: Ex-Kpod addict who vaped in private-hire car
The 25-year-old was so hooked on Kpods he spent $4,000 in two weeks to feed his habit.
More choices for test centres among key changes for NEET (PG) 2026
The reforms are aimed at making the process more convenient for the candidates, according to the Union Health Ministry; a total of 2,73,183 candidates have registered for NEET (PG) 2026 which will be…
Sasikala, others booked over DYFI leader’s complaint
The accused reportedly circulated a video of the complainant and her friends, captioning it “MDMA comrades” and adding provocative remarks
The Warning Sign Most Owners Miss Before a Dog Attack
"All of a sudden, I saw a flash of yellow fly in front of my face," the owner told Newsweek, recalling the attack on May 15.
A fall, a commuter’s panic, and the push to offer more than transit
Through frontline staff training and community partnerships, SMRT is working to reshape its network into places of care, culture, and connection.
This Amazon-sold step stool has been recalled after multiple reports of falls and injuries
According to the recall notice issued on July 30, the affected tower stools can collapse or tip over while a child is using them.
Savannah Guthrie makes emotional plea as mother Nancy remains missing after six months: ‘Please bring her home’
Saturday marked six months since Nancy Guthrie disappeared on February 1. No arrests have been made, and investigators continue to pursue multiple leads while urging the public to come forward with any information.
EU to hold urgent meeting of interior ministers on Tuesday over Ceuta crisis
Divisions remain in the bloc over mass crossing of migrants into Spanish territory in north Africa The EU is to hold an urgent meeting of interior ministers on Tuesday amid continued divisions in the bloc over the arrival of more than 50,000 migrants in the Spanish territory of Ceuta in north Africa.
Flock Surveillance Cameras Are Actually Horrible for Fighting Crime, FBI Data Shows
"The public has been asked to accept a significant expansion of surveillance based on the promise that it would dramatically improve public safety." The post Flock Surveillance Cameras Are Actually Horrible for Fighting Crime, FBI Data Shows appeared first on Futurism .
Truck explodes outside Colombia police base, injuring 11 officers and killing a dog
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Colombia’s government on Saturday blamed the nation’s largest remaining rebel group for an explosion outside a police…
BCAS Calls for National Commission on the Legacy of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in Canada
OTTAWA, Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On Emancipation Day, the Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) is calling on the Government of Canada to establish a National Commission on the Legacy of…
Army major martyred in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR
An army officer was martyred during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Razmak area of North Waziristan district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Saturday.
Spain puts up a 1,600-foot sea barrier between Ceuta and Morocco after EU states warn against ‘uncontrolled mass crossings’
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni has also threatened to suspend Italy’s open-border Schengen agreement with Spain.
Savannah Guthrie asks for answers about mom Nancy after notes released
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family have been "in agony and despair ever since" her mother Nancy's disappearance in February.
Bilawal receives JAAC response on reconciliation commission, says AJK PM to consult stakeholders on way forward
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Saturday said he had received a response from the proscribed Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) to his letter proposing the establishment of a Truth and…
The King expresses his “outrage” at the “serious events” in Ceuta and calls for “measures” to prevent them from happening again
Felipe VI ha conversado con Pedro Sánchez y Alberto Núñez Feijóo
Germany's long road to equality for same-sex couples
In 2001, same-sex couples in Germany were able to register a civil partnership for the first time. The Civil Partnership Act was a crucial step toward "marriage for all," which was introduced in 2017.
As defense ties deepen, Serbia becomes one of Israel's closest allies in Europe
BEHIND THE LINES: Israel and Serbia’s current common interests and historic friendship combine to form an emerging partnership worthy of greater note.
Rubio says U.S. will try to revive Ukraine-Russia talks within weeks
The United States will step up diplomatic efforts in the coming weeks to determine whether talks between Kyiv and Moscow can be revived and Russia’s war against Ukraine brought closer to an end, U.S.
Wildfires: New fires in Europe – Highest alert level in the greater Athens area
Mixed picture of forest fires in the EU and Turkey: While there is cautious all-clear in many places, several large fires are raging, especially in Greece.
Score the ultimate AMD AM4 starter pack with a six-core CPU and 16GB RAM for only $280 — kickstart your next PC build with $138 in savings
If you've been hesitating to upgrade to a modern platform because of the state of the PC hardware industry, this combo deal might be the one for you.
After Berlin attack: large CSD demo in Hamburg - survey: more insecurity
Just one week after the terrorist attack on the Christopher Street Day in Berlin, the queer community in Hamburg is showing its flag. There is little sign of mourning at the parade.