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A drone struck a crowded beach in Arkhipo-Osipovka near Russia's Black Sea resort of Gelendzhik, killing seven people and injuring at least 40 others. Russia blamed Ukraine for the attack and called it terrorism.

Hundreds of US private colleges are expanding direct admissions, offering students acceptance and scholarships without requiring applications as universities compete for a shrinking pool of prospective undergraduates.

US-Iran War Live Updates: Donald Trump claimed Washington has begun negotiations with Tehran, calling them Iran's "last chance" to reach a deal.

In June, Venezuela experienced two catastrophic earthquakes, resulting in the tragic loss of 6,125 lives, as reported by lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez. Almost 61,000 people sought medical care following these disasters. Officials noted that 16.5% of the debris has been cleared, while Acting President Delcy Rodriguez defended the government's handling of the situation amid criticisms regarding the timeliness of aid to those affected.

Ruling party candidate promises hope, opposition pledges change as Thursday's deadline to end campaigns approaches.

Perhaps North West Premier Bushy Maape is speaking his truth when he says there are no potholes in his province. But as Qaanitah Hunter points out, he probably doesn't feel a thing as he is chauffeured about in fancy German sedans, subsidised by the taxpayer.

US-Iran War News Live Updates: US President Donald Trump threatened further strikes on Iran as Washington stepped up pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with tensions across the Middle East continuing to escalate. Within hours, Kuwait said it was responding to a fresh wave of Iranian drone attacks, while British officials reported that a tanker had been struck in the strategic waterway. Meanwhile, Israel launched heavy strikes across the Gaza Strip after Hamas said it would disarm, a move that could mark a significant step towards ending the war. Elsewhere, the Houthis forced Saudi vessels to alter their course, while fresh developments also emerged from southern Lebanon. Follow IndiaToday.in for live updates.

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London is set for a pleasant and sunny Tuesday, August 4, 2026, with a high of 29degC and minimal chance of rain, offering ideal conditions for outdoor .

In July, the Trump administration imposed new 10% to 12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 economies, covering nearly 99.4% of US imports, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.