August 3, 2026

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China’s AI Aerial Refuelling Push Gains Spotlight After Deadly US Tanker Crash

China's military is moving to integrate artificial intelligence into aerial refuelling operations, a development that could boost its combat aviation capabilities and reduce the risks associated with one of the most complex tasks in air warfare, especially after a recent deadly US Air Force tanker crash in Iraq.

Maharashtra Government Faces Looming Strike on April 21 as Staff Unions Demand Resolution on Pension and Recruitment Issues

The Maharashtra government is facing a looming strike on April 21 as staff unions demand resolution on pension and recruitment issues, with the unions serving a formal strike notice and threatening to disrupt essential services if their demands are not met.

Assam Election 2026: BJP Unveils 88 Candidates, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to Contest Again from Jalukbari

The BJP has released its first list of 88 candidates for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, naming Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma as the party's candidate from Jalukbari, as it kicks off its campaign to retain power in the northeastern state.

South Africa Water Crisis Deepens as Residents Accuse Criminal Gangs of Exploiting Shortages

South Africans are accusing criminal gangs of taking advantage of the country's worsening water crisis, turning a basic public service failure into an opportunity for exploitation and profit, as weak infrastructure, municipal breakdowns, and poor governance exacerbate the problem.

EU Braces for Showdown with Hungary’s Orbán Over 90 Billion Euro Ukraine Loan as Election Looms

The European Union is preparing for a showdown with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán over a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, with EU leaders warning of significant consequences for the bloc and Orbán's own political future ahead of Hungary's election next month.

Black Cube Slovenia Election Scandal: Israeli Spy Firm, Leaked Tapes and Corruption Claims Shake Robert Golob vs Janez Janša Race

Slovenia's parliamentary election has been thrown into turmoil by allegations that Israeli spy firm Black Cube interfered in the campaign, with leaked recordings and claims of corruption threatening to upend the outcome, as Prime Minister Robert Golob and opposition leader Janez Janša engage in a bitter and dramatic contest.

England Unveils the World’s Longest Coastal Path for Public Access and Exploration

England has unveiled the world's longest coastal path, the King Charles coastal path, a 3,000-mile route that offers stunning views, diverse landscapes, and unforgettable experiences for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts, promoting sustainable tourism and conservation efforts.

World’s Largest LNG Plant in Qatar Hit by Iranian Missile, Fire Erupts at Ras Laffan Amid Gulf Energy Crisis

The world's largest LNG plant in Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City has been struck by Iranian missiles, sparking a fire and raising concerns about global energy security, as the Iran-Israel conflict escalates and threatens to disrupt global oil and LNG markets.

‘Iran Nowhere Close to Nukes’: Ex-US Counterterror Chief Joe Kent Says in First Interview After Exit

Former US counterterrorism chief Joe Kent has made a startling claim, saying Iran is "nowhere close" to building a nuclear weapon, directly challenging the Trump administration's justification for the Iran war, in his first interview after resigning over the conflict.

Trump Warns Iran of Devastating Consequences if Gulf Energy Attacks Continue

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of severe retaliation if it continues to attack energy sites in the Gulf region, threatening to unleash a massive response if Iran strikes at Qatar again, in a move that could escalate the conflict and have significant implications for global energy markets.