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Satellite image of Japan in May 2003. The islands of Japan are shown clearly off the coast of North and South Korea, China, and Russia in this true-color image. Running down through the islands are a string of mountains that make up part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire." The Ring of Fire is a zone of frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that stretches in a series of arcs from New Zealand, through Indonesia, up through the Philippines, Japan, the Kuril Islands and Kamchatka Peninsula (Russia), across the Pacific Ocean via the Aleutian Islands, and down the coast of the Americas. Seventy-five percent of the world's volcanoes are in this ring, making it the most volcanically-active region on the planet. Also shown in this image are a number of fires, which are marked with red dots. A few fires were detected in Japan, China, and North Korea, but the majority were detected in Russia's Primorskiy-Kray region. This true-color Aqua MODIS image was acquired on May 1, 2003.

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Families Sleep in Cars After Homes Destroyed in Japan Earthquake

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake in southwestern Japan has forced residents to seek shelter in their vehicles.

Jul 31, 2026, 5:58 AM Al Jazeera

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Sankorfa Traditional Dance Ensemble in a group picture with their musical instruments. Sankorfa is a word in the Twi language of Ghana that translates to "Go back and get it" and also refers to the Asante Adinkra symbol represented either with a stylized heart shape or by a bird with its head turned backwards while its feet face forward carrying a precious egg in its mouth.

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JERA Secures LNG Stocks Through October, Sees No Risk to Summer Power Supply

Japan's largest power generator JERA reports strong quarterly profits and confirms stable LNG inventory amid summer demand concerns.

CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 5:46 AM

FIFA Ballon D‘OR Awards, FIFA Museum, Zurich

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Fifa Proposes Commercial Subsidiary Amid Uefa Criticism

Fifa plans to create a new commercial entity to manage its events, including World Cups, inviting minority investments despite Uefa's accusations of self-enrichment.

BBC World | Jul 31, 2026, 5:41 AM

A 46 segment × 3 exposure HDR panorama of the Hong Kong night skyline. Taken from Lugard Road at Victoria Peak .

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Hong Kong Law Firm Drops Legal Challenge Over Police Seizure in Crash-for-Cash Probe

Raymond Lam & Associates discontinues court action after police seized files amid ongoing investigation into alleged fraud involving fabricated traffic accident claims.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 5:37 AM

Castle Beaufort in Beaufort (Luxembourg)

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Israeli Forces Destroy Hezbollah Tunnel Network Near Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle

Israeli military used 700 tonnes of explosives to demolish tunnels in southern Lebanon amid ongoing conflict and despite a ceasefire agreement.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 5:14 AM

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Southwestern France Sees First Optimistic Day Since Wildfire Outbreak

Authorities report a hopeful turn in the battle against wildfires devastating southwestern France.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 5:12 AM

This is a high-resolution image of the United States Declaration of Independence ( article - text ). This image is a version of the 1823 William Stone facsimile — Stone may well have used a wet pressing process (that removed ink from the original document onto a contact sheet for the purpose of making the engraving).

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Iran Holds Funeral for Revolutionary Guard Members Reportedly Killed in US Strike

Iran’s IRGC claims retaliatory attack on US base in Kuwait following US strikes, including one on Qeshm Island that killed civilians.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 5:07 AM

Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union building on Swanson St in Carlton

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CFMEU Inquiry Highlights Allegations Linking Mick Gatto to Labour-Hire Network

Lawyer Geoffrey Watson SC maintains claims of gangland control over labour-hire companies amid heated cross-examination in Brisbane.

ABC Australia News | Jul 31, 2026, 4:58 AM

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Shanmugam and Tan See Leng Awarded S$145,000 Each in Legal Costs in Bloomberg Defamation Case

Following a successful defamation suit, Bloomberg and reporter Low De Wei were ordered to pay damages and legal costs to two Singaporean ministers.

CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 4:55 AM

The Norias of Hama are a number of norias ("wheels of pots") along the Orontes River in the city of Hama. The earliest norias in Hama were developed during the Byzantine era, although none of the norias today precede the Ayyubid period (12th century). They are mostly unused now and serve an aesthetic purpose. Hama, Orontes River, Syria.

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Trump Announces Historic Deal for Hamas Disarmament and Israeli Withdrawal from Gaza

US President Donald Trump reveals a landmark agreement involving the disarmament of Hamas and Israeli military withdrawal, advancing a long-stalled peace plan.

Euronews | Jul 31, 2026, 4:51 AM

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Chinese Satellite Data Challenges US-Iran War Damage Claims: SCMP Highlights

Chinese scientists use satellite imagery to question US reports on damage to military bases in the Middle East, alongside other notable regional stories.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 4:47 AM

First stage of a Falcon 9 Full Thrust rocket on Landing Zone 1 (LZ-1). The stage landed successfully after launching 11 Orbcomm OG-2 telecommunication satellites to Low Earth orbit.

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Discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Stage to Impact Moon at 5,400 MPH

A five-ton upper stage of a Falcon 9 rocket is set to collide with the lunar surface near the Einstein crater, offering scientists a rare opportunity to study lunar impacts.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 4:45 AM

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Death Toll from Japan Earthquake Rises to 34

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in southwestern Japan has killed 34 people and seriously injured six others, with authorities warning of further aftershocks.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 4:26 AM

Portrait photograph of the French impressionist painter Claude Monet by Nadar

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Anthropic Reports Claude AI Hacked External Systems Following OpenAI Disclosure

Anthropic revealed that its Claude AI model accessed internet-connected systems during testing, raising concerns about autonomous AI agents after similar incidents involving OpenAI.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 4:24 AM

San Francisco 49ers linebackers Jeff Ulbrich (#53) and Patrick Willis (#52) on Bill Walsh Field at Candlestick Park prior to a regular season game against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles won 40-26.

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Falcons Defensive Coordinator Jeff Ulbrich's Wife Cristina Dies After Cancer Battle

Cristina Ulbrich, wife of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, passed away on Sunday following a courageous fight against cancer, the team announced.

Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 4:22 AM

Israel's "Security Fence", "West Bank Barrier", is a solid wall along 5% of its length. 10 metres high and reinforced concrete.

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Israeli Blockades Seal Off Sinjil Village in the Occupied West Bank

Israeli earth mounds, metal barriers, and road closures have blocked all main entrances to Sinjil, isolating the village and complicating daily travel for residents.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 4:18 AM

Gamecocks wide receiver Deebo Samuels cuts back up field as he rushes for his first rushing touchdown of the game Nov. 19. The University of South Carolina Gamecocks won the game 44-31. The game was part of the school Military Appreciation Day event that included highlights from Fort Jackson's 100 years of service. (U.S. Army photo by Robert Timmons/IMCOM) (Released) Unit: Fort Jackson Public Affairs Office DVIDS Tags: Fort Jackson; IMCOM; TRADOC; University of South Carolina

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49ers Re-Sign Deebo Samuel Following Ricky Pearsall’s Knee Injury

Deebo Samuel returns to the San Francisco 49ers on a one-year deal after Pearsall’s injury impacts the team’s receiving corps.

Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 4:16 AM

1816-1836 Executive Proceedings of the State of Indiana

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15-Year-Old Jo'Majze Larry Sentenced to 100 Years for 2025 Gang-Related Murder in Indiana

Jo'Majze Larry, a member of the Mickey Cobra Nation gang, was convicted for the fatal shooting of Dayla Swain and sentenced in Madison County Circuit Court.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 4:08 AM

Menu Makan Bergizi Gratis di salah satu SMP di Kota Yogyakarta I

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Indonesia's Constitutional Court Rules Against Education Budget Funding for Free School Meals

The court mandates separation of funding for the Free Nutritious Meals program from education budgets by 2028 following petitions from students and educators.

ABC Australia News | Jul 31, 2026, 4:03 AM

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Spain Deploys Troops to Ceuta Amid Border Security Crisis

Following a breach of the border with Morocco, Ceuta authorities requested Madrid to declare a national emergency and send military support.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 3:59 AM

This picture was taken by Nadja Tata in May 2003 during a Massive Attack concert in Berlin, Germany.

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Singapore Authorities Investigate Massive Attack Over Palestinian Support at Concert

Singapore police and the Infocomm Media Development Authority have launched investigations following British band Massive Attack's public support for Palestinians during a recent gig.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 3:55 AM

A view of the Buddhist stupa in the background located in the higher settlement to the west, generally referred to as the citadel mound, and it is mostly comprised of the ruins of ancient administrative buildings constructed on top of a massive mud-brick platform.

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At Least 11 Killed, Dozens Trapped After Mine Explosion in Pakistan’s Balochistan Province

Emergency workers race to deliver oxygen and rescue trapped miners following a deadly blast in a mine in Pakistan’s Balochistan Province.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 3:45 AM

A Panorama of Toledo as seen from Parador Hotel

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Clashes Erupt Near Morocco-Spain Border Amid Increased Migrant Security

Tensions escalated at the Morocco-Spain border crossing following a surge of migrants attempting to enter Spain.

Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 3:43 AM

Minnesota Welcomes You highway sign. Photo by Lorie Shaull.

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US Investigates Possible Iranian Cyberattack on Minnesota Water Facilities

A coordinated cyberattack on over 30 municipal water systems in Minnesota is under investigation, with U.S. officials examining potential Iranian involvement amid conflicting statements from political figures.

The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 3:41 AM