Ceuta experimentó la mayor oleada migratoria en 48 horas, con 50.000 llegadas desde Marruecos y el retorno de 48.300 personas, resultando en al menos 67 muertes. Este evento, atribuido a un "efecto buscado" por expertos, duplicó las llegadas previas a la ciudad.
Daniel Storey, a landholder in Junction View, Queensland, successfully rallied his community against Rosehill Sandstone's proposed 62-hectare quarry on his family's farm. The developer unexpectedly withdrew its application, highlighting the impact of community opposition on resource projects.
Ryu Hae-ran, aiming for a third major win, saw her four-shot lead at the Women's Open at Royal Lytham and St Annes vanish in the third round, ending three shots behind Yealimi Noh. Noh delivered a masterclass, while home hopes Lottie Woad and Charley Hull remain in contention.
Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik stated that the US is not in serious confrontation with the EU over Ukraine but is waiting for optimal conditions to intervene for its own benefit, while European leaders seek conflict continuation for their military-industrial complex.
FIFA has abandoned its proposal to allow private investors to purchase stakes in major competitions, including World Cups, following fierce opposition from confederations like UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC, which cited concerns over governance and the commercialization of the sport.
Um cabo da Polícia Militar, identificado como Magioni, e um homem suspeito de atirar nele morreram em um tiroteio na área rural de Arapuã, Paraná, na noite de sexta-feira. A PM foi acionada por denúncias e encontrou o suspeito armado.
Ed Miliband, as the new UK Foreign Secretary, is preparing a distinct agenda focusing on EU relations, the UK's G20 chairmanship, and the climate crisis. He aims to shape the international order, address Palestine, and revive the G20's influence amidst global challenges.
A media panel at the Garma Festival criticized Australian political leaders for perceived inaction on Indigenous affairs since the 2023 Voice to Parliament referendum, citing fear of backlash, pervasive social media disinformation, and a history of unfulfilled promises made on Aboriginal country.
Chinese scholars, including Shanghai Academy of Natural Sciences president Lu Bai, discussed with Wired co-founder Kevin Kelly the challenges hindering China's scientific and tech progress, citing growing external resistance, a narrowing path for replication, and internal institutional rigidities.
Brittany Mahomes received United WE's inaugural Champion for Change Award for her leadership, entrepreneurship, and investment in women's professional sports, particularly as co-owner of the Kansas City Current. She emphasized the importance of women in leadership becoming the norm for future generations.
European, North, and Central American football bodies Uefa and Concacaf publicly criticized Fifa President Gianni Infantino's leadership after he withdrew a controversial plan to sell stakes in competitions. They cited a pattern of poor governance and called for a full review of Fifa's leadership.
The Pentagon plans to transfer leadership of the Germany-based NATO command, Security Assistance Group-Ukraine (SAG-U), coordinating military aid to Ukraine, to another NATO member. This move aligns with a broader US policy shift to scale back its military presence in Europe and push European allies to take greater responsibility for regional security.
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee and his ministers will hold the first district consultation in Tuen Mun on Sunday to gather views on his upcoming policy address and the city's inaugural five-year plan, aimed at aligning development with the national blueprint.
Donald Trump held a televised Cabinet meeting at Camp David, using the historic setting to issue dark warnings about a migrant surge in Ceuta and tie it to the upcoming midterms, while also lamenting the failure of his "anti-weaponization fund."
Five months into the Iran war, negotiations are complicated by Iran's opaque power structure, where the IRGC holds significant autonomy from the civilian government. Recent escalations, including Iranian attacks on U.S. assets and proxy actions, highlight challenges in enforcing any ceasefire.
World-renowned Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja and 10 other climbers died in an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak. Purja, known for climbing all 14 8,000m peaks in record time, was leading an Elite Exped team when the avalanche struck. Rescuers found four bodies, including Omani Nadhira Alharthy and American Mallory Geis.
A mass influx of migrants into Spain's Ceuta enclave, following 57 deaths, has sparked a diplomatic spat between Spain and Israel. Spain, critical of Israel's actions in Gaza, faces Israeli accusations of hypocrisy over its 'colonial enclaves,' while speculation mounts regarding potential Israeli involvement in the migrant surge as punishment for Spain's policies.
UEFA has strongly criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino's leadership style, demanding a fundamental review of FIFA's governance despite his U-turn on selling World Cup stakes. Major European FAs, including the FA and DFB, support UEFA, citing a breach of trust and opaque dealings, while Qatar FA backs Infantino.
FIFA's $20 billion commercial plan, involving private investors and spinning off World Cup rights, has collapsed due to widespread opposition. UEFA has strongly criticized FIFA's leadership, questioning transparency and calling for accountability, hinting at a challenge to President Gianni Infantino's re-election in 2027.
Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won Commonwealth Games javelin gold in Glasgow with an 89.75m throw, establishing a new rivalry with India's Neeraj Chopra (silver) and Yash Vir Singh (bronze), despite challenging conditions.
Noel Pearson criticized governments for profiting from gambling and alcohol, advocating for federal oversight of remote Aboriginal communities and dismantling state/territory Aboriginal affairs departments. Concurrently, Djawa Yunupiŋu announced the Dilak Land Council to empower Yolŋu people in economic development, aiming to bypass the Northern Land Council's perceived delays.
Twenty-two EU leaders, including German Chancellor Merz and Italian PM Meloni, criticized Spanish PM Sánchez's migration policies, particularly a regularization scheme, for undermining EU border security. Sánchez defended his policies, calling his counterparts' reactions "selfish" and "unlawful" amidst a migrant influx into Ceuta.
The Trump administration's strategy of packing immigration courtrooms and reducing hearing lead times has led to a historic rise in missed court dates and immediate deportation orders, with data showing a doubling of no-show rates and a significant increase in deportations.
The Reserve Bank of India's special schemes have drawn $40.81 billion in foreign exchange inflows by July 31, with Foreign Currency Non-Resident (FCNR(B)) deposits accounting for $36.72 billion. This surpasses 2013 levels, and further significant inflows are projected by research firms.
