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Japan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 34
Rescue crews search for survivors amid sweltering heat in collapsed shopping mall
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War and security
U.S. and Saudi Forces Strike Iranian‑Aligned Iraqi Militias, Heightening Risk of Broader Conflict
Joint airstrikes on militia positions could push factions further into the Iraq‑Iran skirmish, according to a New York Times analysis.
Climate
Magnitude 6.8 earthquake strikes Japan, Aeon shopping centre explodes and collapses; search teams look for survivors
An earthquake of magnitude 6.8 shatters the Aeon mall, leading to an explosion and collapse, with rescue teams searching for victims.
Elections
Zelensky Warns of Possible Major Russian Strike Overnight
Ukraine’s President urges allies for more Patriot missiles as ballistic missile attacks surge
General News
US Marine Corps Welcomes Delivery of Final MV‑22B Osprey
The 359th aircraft arrives on July 29, 2026
War and security
Pentagon Seeks Robotic Drone Boats Capable of Launching Attack Drones
Solicitation expects prototypes ready for testing within 120 days.
Climate
Major earthquake in Japan leaves dozens dead, widespread damage ignites emergency response
A major earthquake struck Japan, causing widespread damage and casualties, leading to a large‑scale rescue and recovery effort.
Climate
Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake Strikes Kumamoto, 13 Dead and 260 000 Evacuated
The quake rattled Kyushu, knocking out power, rupturing roads, leaving many injured and prompting a massive search for missing residents amid ongoing rescue efforts.
General News
French DJ and Electropop Musician Kavinsky Dies at 50
Kavinsky dies aged 50
General News
Oscar‑winning songwriter Glen Hansard killed in crash
Musician, 56, dies after car accident; recognised for Oscar‑winning song from the film Once.
War and security
Iran launches five missiles at Jordan; Jordan intercepts them
Jordan’s army stops Iranian strike marking the first regional attack in days after a pause in fighting with the United States; U.S. officials claim the strike seeks to derail ceasefire talks.
Climate
At least 13 dead in Japan after magnitude 7.1 earthquake
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Japan’s southern Kyushu island (Kumamoto area) on July 28, 2026, killing at least 13 people (including five in a factory) and leaving many wounded, with rescue operations still underway to locate missing persons.