Iran strikes tankers under US escort in Hormuz strait as Trump gathers cabinet to discuss war
Energy prices have soared again since fighting between US and Iran resumed two weeks ago as conflict spreads across Middle East
· William Christou
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Newest first · UTC+11:00U.S. lawmaker submits bill aimed at countering N.K. IT worker schemes
WASHINGTON, July 31 (Yonhap) -- A U.S. lawmaker has introduced a bill aimed at countering North Korea's illicit schemes involving its information technology (IT) workers and other activities that support its weapons of mass destruction programs.
· Song Sang-ho
Prehistoric people in Eurasia, North America specifically hunted female mammoths, new study shows
Wooly mammoths were a favorite hunting target for Ice Age people in Eurasia and North America for many reasons. A single animal would provide a large amount of meat and fat. Its hide could be used for clothing. Its bones and tusks could be shaped into tools, weapons and art. And the largest bones could be used as bu…
· REUTERS
UMich Sentiment Surges To Pre-War Highs; AI Fears Becoming "Salient"
Having rebounded from record (46 year) lows in June, University of Michigan's final July Sentiment survey was expected to show further improvement MoM, but a slight decline from the preliminary print as gas prices started rising again following the apparent end of the MoU-driven MidEast ceasefire.
· Tyler Durden
Hamas says it reaches agreement to disarm after Trump announces deal
Ridding the militant group of weapons would be a huge change. It wants Israel - which has not commented - to make major concessions too
· Associated Press
Hamas says it reaches agreement to disarm after Trump announces deal
Ridding the militant group of weapons would be a huge change. It wants Israel - which has not commented - to make major concessions too
· Associated Press
Iran Claims Kuwait Airbase Attack, Strikes Pair Of Tankers In Hormuz, Despite No New US Operations Overnight
"We note with concern that the security situation remains precarious," said Pakistani Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi on his country's mediation efforts to find peace between the US and Iran. Talks "are ongoing to normalize the situation, particularly the situation in the Strait of Hormuz," he told repor…
· Tyler Durden
S. Korea, U.S., 9 other countries issue joint alert on N. Korean IT workers
South Korea, the United States, Japan and eight other countries on Friday issued a joint alert about North Korean information technology (IT) workers accused of generating revenue to help fund Pyongyang's weapons of mass destruction programs.
· Yonhap
Hiroshima atomic bomb created never-before-seen metal on Earth
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· Ben Cost
Leonardo expects more deals as Europe ramps up defense spending
Leonardo's new CEO told CNBC he expects to pursue further acquisitions to support the company's long-term growth, as Europe's defense spending boom gathers pace.
· Elsa Ohlen
S. Korea, U.S., 9 other countries issue joint alert on N. Korean IT workers
WASHINGTON, July 31 (Yonhap) -- South Korea, the United States, Japan and eight other countries on Friday issued a joint alert about North Korean information technology (IT) workers accused of generating revenue to help fund Pyongyang's weapons of mass destruction programs.
· Song Sang-ho
New mom TV anchor appears to doze off during broadcast — and viewers rush to her defense
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· Ariel Zilber
NY sues Kalshi over alleged illegal gambling operation as prediction market war heats up
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· Ariel Zilber
Beijing to impose exit bans for export control, tech transfer breaches
New rules give extra teeth to efforts to stamp out critical mineral smuggling and leaks of strategically vital technology
· Alyssa Chen
Oil on track for monthly gain after volatile week and uncertainty over US-Iran deal | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on US-Iran war
· Alvin R Cabral
Despite immense power, the US delivers neither butter nor bullets
While Americans know they can’t get the welfare benefits they need, their leaders must realise their military can’t give them world domination
· Alex Lo
Despite immense power, the US delivers neither butter nor bullets
While Americans know they can’t get the welfare benefits they need, their leaders must realise their military can’t give them world domination
· Alex Lo
Trump to meet cabinet at Camp David as Iran war drags on – US politics live
President grapples with finding a resolution to Middle East conflict that has pushed up gasoline prices ahead of vital midterm elections
· Rachel Leingang, Tom Ambrose
Trump convenes cabinet meeting at Camp David on Iran war, as Republicans threatened by gas prices
US President Donald Trump convened a cabinet meeting on Friday at his Camp David retreat as he grapples with how to resolve his war against Iran and bring down gasoline prices that are threatening Republicans in November midterm elections.
· REUTERS
Sheikh Hamdan witnesses 'Bahrain Shield' joint military exercise in Manama | The National
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, on Friday witnessed the “Bahrain Shield” joint military exercise in Manama.
· The National
Gazans welcome disarmament deal but ask why it took Hamas so long | The National
The deal for Hamas's disarmament has been met with cautious optimism by Palestinians, but many are questioning why the armed group did not reach an agreement before nearly three years of war with Israel devastated the territory.
· Nagham Mohanna
IDF kill terrorist who kidnapped Noa Argamani, Avinatan Or on October 7
Israeli security forces killed Ahmed Hussein Mohammed Kafina, a commander in the Mujahideen Brigades who kidnapped two Israeli hostages on October 7, in a targeted air strike on Tuesday.
· MAYA ZANGER-NADIS
Poised to become Israel's youngest MK, Yonatan Shalev wants the October 7 generation to lead
In a post-October 7 reality, the needs of the younger generation – many of whom were on the ground, impacted by the devastation of the massacre, and served in the ensuing war – have become a central issue in the upcoming elections.
· KESHET NEEV
China signals buildout of nuclear missile silos for ‘strategic trump cards’
CCTV documentary interview suggests the construction was for the DF-5 series of intercontinental ballistic missiles
· Liu Zhen
China signals buildout of nuclear missile silos for ‘strategic trump cards’
CCTV documentary interview suggests the construction was for the DF-5 series of intercontinental ballistic missiles
· Liu Zhen
Analysts believe US-Iran war at critical point with potential for further escalation
Analysts say the U.S.-Iran war is at a critical point with the potential for further escalation, as the pattern of back-and-forth strikes resumes and hopes for a quick end to the five-month conflict fade.
· AfricaNews
UK singer Boy George pulls out of London musical after pro-Israel song backlash
The artist, who rose to fame with Culture Club, had released a song supporting Israel with lyrics including ‘you say genocide, I say war’
· Agence France-Presse
UK singer Boy George pulls out of London musical after pro-Israel song backlash
The artist, who rose to fame with Culture Club, had released a song supporting Israel with lyrics including ‘you say genocide, I say war’
· Agence France-Presse
Gaza Board of Peace announces Hamas disarmament agreement: What we know
Hamas says it has agreed to a deal aimed at fully ending Israel’s war on Gaza, including making provisions to disarm and surrender its weapons in stages. Under the agreement, Israel must withdraw its forces over a period of time.
· Caolán Magee
Hamas reached an agreement to disarm, officials say
A Palestinian man rides his bicycle by the rubble of buildings that were destroyed during the Israel Hamas war, in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Friday, July 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)
· Samy Magdy
The Tech Download: Anduril CEO Brian Schimpf talks AI in warfare and manufacturing push
For decades, the defense industry has been dominated by a small number of established contractors building increasingly complex and expensive systems through procurement programs that often take years, or even decades, to deliver.
· Arjun Kharpal, Kai Nicol-Schwarz
Strikes at Barcelona and Mallorca airports threaten August travel in Spain
Two indefinite strikes are set to disrupt operations at Barcelona-El Prat and Palma airports beginning on August 4th, with Spanish authorities estimating up to 2 million travellers could be affected during the peak summer season.
· The Local
Hamas agrees to completely disarm in plan including Israeli withdrawal
Hamas said Friday it had agreed to a deal announced by US President Donald Trump to end the war with Israel, that includes it handing over its weapons to a Palestinian governing committee and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
· AfricaNews
Weaponized Migration? 50,000 Military-Aged Men Invade Spanish Enclave Without Supplies As Chaos And Riots Erupt
New figures from Spain's Department of National Security indicate that 49,000 people illegally entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta within 24 hours, according to Reuters.
· Tyler Durden
Exxon and Chevron profits surge on rising oil prices due to Iran war
ExxonMobil and Chevron on Friday reported second-quarter profits that surged on rising oil prices due to the Iran war.
· Spencer Kimball
Why Western Europe needs the Ukraine conflict to continue
By Fyodor Lukyanov, the editor-in-chief of Russia in Global Affairs, chairman of the Presidium of the Council on Foreign and Defense Policy, and research director of the Valdai International Discussion Club.
· RT
Givati soldiers face swift punishment after mass walkout at Sde Teiman base
The 14 members of the Givati Brigade’s Tzabar Battalion who led the mass walkout on the Sde Teiman military base on Thursday were sentenced on Friday to 30 days in military prison and removal from combat service, according to the military.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Netanyahu accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of backing Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has renewed his criticism of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has said the Israeli leader could be arrested on war-crimes charges if he visits the city.
· RT
READ MORE: Netanyahu accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of backing Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has renewed his criticism of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has said the Israeli leader could be arrested on war-crimes charges if he visits the city.
· RT
Why Japanese stealth fighters over Australia signal a strategic pivot against China
Back-to-back military drills and new logistics arrangements point to shift in US and allied air power, with northern Australia as a key hub
· Gabriel Dominguez
Why Japanese stealth fighters over Australia signal a strategic pivot against China
Back-to-back military drills and new logistics arrangements point to shift in US and allied air power, with northern Australia as a key hub
· Gabriel Dominguez
Southport killer charged with prison attacks and possessing weapon
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana has been charged with four offences while in prison, including assault on an emergency worker and possession of a weapon.
· Bbcnews
Hamas to hand weapons over to Palestinian National Committee if Israeli troops withdraw
Ghazi Hamad, a Hamas official involved in negotiations tells Reuters that the group will hand over its weapons to the new National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), the technocratic body set up to run the enclave within the Board of Peace framework.
· Middleeasteye
Families of army men killed in crash launch class action
The families of four Australian Defence Force members killed in a helicopter crash in North Queensland during a training exercise have launched a class action against the Commonwealth and aerospace manufacturer Airbus, alleging failings led to their death.
· Courtney Kruk
Egypt secures $1.8bn IMF funding as economy weathers Iran war fallout | The National
The IMF approved $1.8 billion in funding to Egypt following a review of two reform programmes, bringing total disbursements to $7.3 billion.
· Fareed Rahman
My Word: 'Wholocide' is 'libelocide' - opinion
The war of words just grew deadlier. The Palestinians have not just coined a new word; they’ve created an entirely new narrative.
· LIAT COLLINS
Human Rights Watch: Russian airstrike killed 8 civilians in Mali last month
In this Tuesday, April 12, 2016 photo provided by the U.S. Navy, two Russian Sukhoi Su-24 attack aircraft fly near USS Donald Cook in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Navy via AP, file)
· Mark Banchereau
IRGC strikes US targets in Kuwait a day after US hits Iran: Latest events
Iran announced on Friday that it had targeted United States military assets at Kuwait’s Ahmad Al-Jaber airbase, describing the attack as retaliation for US strikes a day earlier.
· Sarah Shamim
DeepSeek releases beta version of V4 models as AI price war heats up
DeepSeek’s pricing plans for its AI models are far cheaper than those of U.S. rivals. © Getty Images
· Staff Writer
EU-China trade war: Beijing turns the screws as Brussels tests limits of restraint
Latest sanctions suggest Chinese effort to ramp up pressure on Europe and strike fear into member states before crunch time in October
· Finbarr Bermingham