Hong Kong authorities are seeking public feedback on potentially adjusting the public housing supply ratio to an even 50:50 split between rental flats and subsidised sale homes. This follows a proposed shift from 70:30 to 60:40 over the next decade, aiming to increase homeownership opportunities.
Thousands of Moroccan migrants, some claiming encouragement from authorities and social media, crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave. Many later returned voluntarily due to lack of resources, while Spain reinforced its border and the crisis reignited EU migration debate.
The Tour de France Femmes is under pressure to reroute part of its Mont Ventoux stage next Friday due to extreme wildfire risk in Provence. Organizers are in constant contact with the Vaucluse prefecture and will adapt the route if necessary, with a decision expected after a fire risk assessment on August 4.
US President Donald Trump stated that a peace deal with Iran remains possible despite ongoing hostilities, but expressed a loss of faith in Iranian authorities due to alleged misrepresentation and a recent missile strike against US forces in Jordan during negotiations.
Spain regained control of Ceuta after over 50,000 migrants crossed from Morocco, leaving dozens dead. Tensions rose in Europe with Italy suspending Schengen arrangements and the US criticizing Spain's migration policies.
Spanish authorities report at least 57 deaths, mostly by drowning, as approximately 50,000 people attempted to cross into Spanish territory from Morocco, overwhelming law enforcement. The incident, primarily involving Moroccan migrants, highlights a diplomatic issue between Spain and Morocco.
Spain regained control of its North African enclave Ceuta after an unprecedented influx of over 50,000 migrants from Morocco, with most voluntarily returning. The incident, which left dozens dead, triggered political tensions across Europe and exposed divisions over migration policy.
Annisa Rahmadani's rejection from Bali's expat-run Entourage running club went viral, sparking national debate over foreign influence and discrimination. Indonesian authorities banned the Dutch organisers, highlighting local frustrations with digital nomads and cultural clashes on the island.
A methane gas explosion in a coal mine near Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan, killed 34 miners, with rescue operations ongoing for others. Officials pledged compensation, an investigation, and a safety review, highlighting the region's history of hazardous mining accidents.
A Malaysian pilot, identified as MS, was arrested at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta airport after flying from Kuala Lumpur, found with over 70,000 ecstasy pills and meth. He tested positive for drugs and could face the death penalty under Indonesia's strict anti-drug laws. Malaysia Airlines is conducting an internal review.
The Bombay High Court criticized Indians for littering public places at home while adhering to cleanliness rules abroad, calling for strict action against offenders. The court emphasized cleanliness as a fundamental duty and directed the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai to take corrective steps within a week regarding waste handling.
Australian hiker William Standish, 28, was found dead in Wyoming's Teton mountain range after losing contact with family on July 23 while thru-hiking the Continental Divide Trail. Authorities suspect a fatal fall.
British band Massive Attack is banned from performing in Singapore after two members displayed a Palestinian flag during a concert, violating the country's strict laws on foreign flag displays. The band members were also barred from re-entering the country.
At least 15 elephants in Kenya's Amboseli National Park have died from suspected poisoning over four weeks, with 10 showing paralysis before dying within 1-2 days; cause and human involvement unclear.
A 38-year-old Scottish woman, Elisabeth-Jane Ross, was found dead in a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens, Greece. Police are investigating with Greek authorities, awaiting cause of death determination.
A massive, uncontained wildfire in southwest France's Gironde region, spanning an area four times the size of Paris, continues to threaten the region as temperatures are expected to soar to 40°C, despite a temporary halt in overnight spread.
South Korea's finance ministry considers capping single-stock leveraged ETFs at 20% of retail investors' portfolios to reduce stock market volatility.
Three women, aged 19, 24, and 36, were stabbed in a knife attack near the Porte de Clichy metro station in Paris. An off-duty police officer subdued the 31-year-old suspect, who provided incoherent statements and allegedly claimed a divine order for the attack.
China's CDC reports Omicron NB.1.8.1 variant at moderate transmission level, with 16.3% positive rate for Covid-19 tests (up 4.3% from previous week) and advises vulnerable groups to take precautions.
9 South Korean sports federations, locked out of their Olympic Park offices by election fraud protesters since June 5, appeal to authorities for help to resume operations ahead of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states that the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi rebels can only be resolved through diplomacy, with Iran ready to play a constructive role.
Robinhood is discussing a partnership with Crypto.com to offer yes-or-no event contracts in its prediction markets hub, expanding its 2025-launched platform initially facilitated by Kalshi and later by ForecastEx and Rotella.
Young men and boys in Australia are increasingly targeted by sextortion scams, with 2,206 complaints from July to December 2025. Advances in AI facilitate the creation of deep-fake sexualised images, making the problem worse. Authorities urge victims not to pay and to report incidents immediately.
Thousands have been evacuated in southwest France and near Madrid as wildfires spread during one of Europe’s hottest summers on record. Officials in both countries are linking the crisis to extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds.
