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Brooke Church. The tower of St Peter's Church is 13th century although the crenellated top was added later. The rest of the church, however, was extensively rebuilt in Elizabethan times - an era when church building was a rarity. It is believed that this came about because Sir Andrew Noel, who acquired the former monastic property in Brooke, decided to restore the village church at the same time as he was building Brooke House.

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Hundreds Gather in Melbourne to Honour Brooke Stephens at Vigil

A vigil was held in Clyde North to remember Brooke Stephens, a mother allegedly murdered in her home one week prior.

Aug 2, 2026, 12:12 PM ABC Australia News

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Europe Faces Wildfires and Migrant Influx as Japan Earthquake Claims Dozens

Recent events across Europe and Japan include widespread wildfires, a significant earthquake, and a surge of migrants at Spain's Ceuta enclave, alongside a rare paleontological discovery in Bulgaria.

France 24 English | Aug 2, 2026, 12:12 PM

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Indonesia Urged to Take Leadership Role in Global Climate Diplomacy

At the Indonesia Net-Zero Summit 2026, experts and youth participants called for Indonesia to actively engage in climate diplomacy amid shifting global priorities and emphasize its biodiversity assets.

CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 12:11 PM

While assisting in setting up a robotic camera just above the 3 in "2013" this is what it looked like when I looked down.

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Trump Administration Lifts Visa Freeze on Foreign Doctors Amid Physician Shortage Concerns

After imposing broad immigration restrictions earlier this year, the Trump administration quietly exempted foreign physicians from its visa freeze, acknowledging the critical need for medical professionals in the U.S.

Reason | Aug 2, 2026, 11:39 AM

The burning of Columbia, South Carolina, February 17, 1865, at the end of the Civil War.

Measles Cases Surge in US, Prompting Rapid Vaccination Efforts in Delaware

The United States has recorded its highest measles case count in 30 years, with Delaware responding to its first case in over a decade by accelerating MMR vaccinations.

Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 11:38 AM

The old drinker: Bacchic song created by Marius Richard at La Scala, created by Etienne Michel of the Palais de Cristal; (dedication) “To our friend Henry of the Palais de Cristal”; illustration G. Fuchs [Gustave Fuchs (1856-19..)]; lyrics Alfred d'Estel; music D. Trave; Bassereau publisher, 240 rue Saint-Martin, Paris; Dupré printing; [interior: identical (departure, artists, dedication, publisher); rating BB1370; Gadin engraving; Dupré printer]; catalogue “Comic monologues by Villemer” (medihal-00559969 dating 1889 by online catalogue on gallica https://gallica.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/bpt6k11815472 ); incipit “To drink: to drink! to drink: Hôla from the cabaret!”; dating (title and copy) 1888 by BNF deposit. [Médihal March 1, 2011 deposit V1, notice updated July 15, 2018]

Haitian Immigrant Daphy Michel Found Frozen to Death After ICE Release in Pittsburgh

Daphy Michel, a Haitian immigrant with severe mental illness, died after being released by ICE in freezing weather far from home, raising concerns about immigration release practices.

Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 10:30 AM

Members of the Democratic Socialists of America march at the Occupy Wall Street protest in New York.

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Democrat Tom Suozzi Urges Party to Confront Growing Socialist Movement

Rep. Tom Suozzi compares the Democratic Socialists of America to the House Freedom Caucus and calls for Democrats to push back against the socialist wing gaining influence.

Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 9:45 AM

Kumamoto Castle , Kumamoto , Kumamoto prefecture , Japan

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Elderly Woman Dies of Heat Stroke While Sheltering in Car After Kumamoto Earthquake

The death highlights growing concerns over heat-related illnesses amid high temperatures following the magnitude-7.1 earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture.

CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 9:24 AM

A view (directly overhead) of a Christ Pantocrator in the dome of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre , Old City of Jerusalem . Circular crop applied.

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Mainland Transit Emerges as Alternative Route for Hongkongers Traveling to Europe Amid Middle East Conflict

Safety concerns and rising airfares linked to the US-Israel war on Iran have prompted Hong Kong travelers to increasingly choose flights via mainland China to reach Europe, with travel agents noting a shift in demand and pricing.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 9:23 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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Pakistan Applies for $10 Billion U.S. Forex Facility Following Iran Mediation

Pakistan seeks to bolster foreign reserves after mediating between the U.S. and Iran, though experts caution about increased U.S. scrutiny over its China debt.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 2, 2026, 8:07 AM

Police (from Dareton, NSW) search the vehicle of a suspected drug smuggler in Wentworth, near the border of New South Wales and Victoria, Australia

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Search Underway for Missing Triathlete Who Entered Water During Amber Rainstorm Warning in Hong Kong

Emergency services are searching for a 59-year-old man who went missing during the swimming segment of the 2026 Summer Triathlon Challenge amid severe weather warnings.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 7:36 AM

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Moroccan Migrants Return from Ceuta Tired and Disillusioned

Following an unprecedented surge of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, many Moroccan migrants have returned home exhausted and disappointed, highlighting ongoing challenges in migration and employment.

Africanews | Aug 2, 2026, 7:36 AM

Plane Wreck on Mount Killiecrankie Flinders island

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Four People Rescued in Three Separate Incidents Across Tasmania on Saturday

Tasmanian search and rescue teams assisted two bushwalkers and a couple stranded on a remote west coast track, highlighting the importance of preparedness in wilderness areas.

ABC Australia News | Aug 2, 2026, 7:36 AM

Filipino casualties on the first day of the Philippine-American War . Original caption is 'Insurgent dead just as they fell in the trench near Santa Ana, February 5th. The trench was circular, and the picture shows but a small portion.'

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Filipino Housekeepers Meet Growing Demand in Japan’s Expanding Domestic Services Market

Since 2016, Filipino workers have become a preferred choice for housekeeping roles in Japan, supported by legal reforms and rising dual-income households.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 6:42 AM

The Narta Lagoon meeting the Adriatic Sea

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Albania Faces Protests Over $6.5 Billion Resort Threatening Pristine Mediterranean Ecosystem

Locals and environmentalists in Albania are protesting a government-approved luxury resort project near the Narta Lagoon, a vital habitat for flamingos and other wildlife, amid allegations of corruption and involvement of the Trump family.

ABC Australia News | Aug 2, 2026, 6:41 AM

Waterfall in the Virunga National Park. The Virunga National Park (formerly Albert National Park) lies from the Virunga Mountains, to the Rwenzori Mountains, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, bordering Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda and Rwenzori Mountains National Park in Uganda.

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Virunga National Park Strengthens Measures to Protect People and Gorillas from Ebola in Eastern DRC

Virunga National Park implements health checkpoints and surveillance to contain the Ebola outbreak and safeguard endangered mountain gorillas amid rising cases in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 4:33 AM

John Cena and Nikki Bella at SXSW Red Carpet premiere of BLOCKERS

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The Bellas' Alliance with Paige Ends After SummerSlam Loss to Fatal Influence

Nikki Bella shocked fans by turning on Paige following Fatal Influence's victory at WWE SummerSlam, signaling a major shift in alliances.

Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 3:46 AM

Farah Pahlavi- former Queen (Shahbanu) of Iran

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Trump Announces Cancellation of Planned Attack on Iran Amid Imminent Peace Deal Talks

President Trump says Iran and other Middle Eastern countries requested the U.S. to hold off on attacks as the framework of a deal has been agreed upon.

NPR News | Aug 2, 2026, 3:09 AM

Panoramic image of Danube pictured in Ritopek , suburb of Belgrade , Serbia.

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Hungary to Shut Down Paks Nuclear Plant for First Time in 44 Years Due to Low Danube Water Levels

Record-low water levels in the Danube River have forced Hungary to halt operations at its sole nuclear power plant, raising concerns about potential power shortages and increased electricity costs.

Deutsche Welle | Aug 2, 2026, 2:33 AM

Corporate headquarters of ASML (NASDAQ:ASMLD), a supplier of lithography systems for the semiconductor industry. The office building is 82 metres tall and located in Veldhoven, Netherlands.

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Analysts Say China’s Home-Grown DUV Lithography Progress Not Biggest Threat to ASML

Despite reports of China manufacturing deep-ultraviolet lithography machines, experts urge caution, noting challenges in commercial viability and continuous production.

CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 2:31 AM

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Tensions Escalate as U.S. and Israel Prepare for Expanded Campaign Against Iran

Sources indicate a potential intensification in the conflict with Iran, with the U.S. and Israel poised for a significant escalation.

CBS Politics | Aug 2, 2026, 1:48 AM

The train station platform, Tororo, Uganda, Sept. 14, 2010. U.S. Army photo by John Hanson Railways, the technology that transformed Europe and America in the 19th century, may yet play a significant role in the future economic development of Uganda. Two U.S. Army logisticians, John Hanson from U.S. Army Africa’s G-4 Programs and Policy Branch, and Lloyd Coakley, from the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command’s Transportation Engineering Agency, conducted a four-day assessment of Ugandan railway infrastructure Sept. 13-17 at the request of the Uganda People’s Defense Force’s Engineer Brigade. The mission was to determine the current operational status of the Uganda railway system and its rolling stock, to assess the capability of UPDF personnel to rehabilitate the network, and to identify potential sites for training and repair operations. USARAF and SDDC were invited to contribute their expertise by Brig. Gen. Timothy Sabiiti, commander of the Uganda People’s Defense Force’s Engineer Brigade, Hanson said. “He’s been charged with assisting in the rehabilitation of the railways. It would have a very positive economic impact, including natural resource development. It’s a five-year plan, a complete rehabilitation of the railroad. That’s why they’re doing it. It’s all civil development, but the railroad would be used by the military, too. It would enhance their mobility,” Hanson said. Ugandan assessment team members included Engineer Murungi Daudi, Brig. Gen. George Etyang, Nakaliika Rahmat, Lt. Col. Luke Arikosi, and Engineer Kyamugambi Kasingye. Hanson, Coakley, and their Ugandan hosts, accompanied by a representative of the U.S. Embassy in Kampala, assessed the railroad stations and infrastructure in Jinja, Tororo, Mbale, Kumi, Soroti, Lira and Gulu. They also toured the Nalukolongo Railway Repair Facility in Kampala, he said. “It’s a significant percentage of the railroad, the majority of the rail lines. We saw almost the entire rail line that has not been completely abandoned,” Hanson said. The assessment team found the condition of the Ugandan system to vary greatly by region. The railway is still fully functional and operating in the Jinja-Tororo area, Hanson said. Tororo is the easternmost link on the line before it crosses into Kenya, heading for the coast at Mombasa. As the team progressed north, however, damaged rails were common place, and track along the western section, from Gulu to Pakwach, is in general disrepair, a result of the area being for years under control of the Lord’s Resistance Army. “It’s been pretty much abandoned since then,” Hanson said. Nonetheless, the Ugandan-American team could clearly see the potential for future reconstruction. “The Ugandan government and the UPDF are committed to returning their railway system to a fully operational status. SDDC and USARAF can assist in this effort to help build capacity, not only in Uganda, but eventually throughout the region,” Coakley said. “It was great to partner with another Army Service Component Command on the continent,” said Hanson. “The engineers from SDDC have a lot of experience and expertise that can assist USARAF in finding solutions to the transportation and mobility issues we face throughout most of Africa.” The railroads came to East Africa just before the turn of the 20th century, in the hey-day of European colonial expansion, and England and Germany in particular were in competition to build systems to extract the natural resources of what are today Kenya and Uganda. Beginning in the 1890s, both countries undertook mammoth engineering projects to build railroads from the Indian Ocean coast to Lake Victoria in the interior. The development had profound economic and demographic impacts on the entire region. The influx of workers from British India to build the railways resulted in thriving Indian diaspora communities in both present day Uganda and Kenya; the growth of rail construction centers and nodes stimulated the establishment of such urban centers as Kisumu (then called Port Florence) and Nairobi, both in Kenya. The Ugandan rail line finally reached Kampala in 1931. The northern branch, beginning in Tororo, was extended to Soroti by 1929 and reached Pakwach only in 1964. The presently serviceable rolling stock consists of approximately 1,000 wagons and 35 diesel hydraulic locomotives, said Hanson, and though activity has been dormant in some areas for decades, and clearly in need of rehabilitation, the Ugandan system holds great promise for the future. “SDDC has produced numerous studies on African seaports and infrastructure in the past. USARAF needs to synchronize our efforts with SDDC as they identify future locations to conduct their analyses,” Hanson said. To learn more about U.S. Army Africa visit our official website at <a href=" http://www.usaraf.army.mil " rel="nofollow">www.usaraf.army.mil</a> Official Twitter Feed: <a href=" https://twitter.com/usarmyafrica " rel="nofollow">www.twitter.com/usarmyafrica</a> Official YouTube video channel: <a href=" https://www.youtube.com/usarmyafrica " rel="nofollow">www.youtube.com/usarmyafrica</a>

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Uganda's Effective Ebola Response Stands in Contrast to Rapid Spread in DR Congo

While the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo worsens, Uganda has contained its cases through early detection and quarantine measures.

BBC World | Aug 2, 2026, 12:57 AM

Juan Martin del Potro at the 2008 Legg Mason Tennis Classic

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Jessica Pegula to face Alexandra Eala in Washington Open final

Top-seeded American Jessica Pegula defeated Diana Shnaider to reach the Washington Open final, where she will face Philippines' Alexandra Eala, who beat Naomi Osaka.

CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 12:55 AM

Solar annular eclipse of January 15, 2010 in Jinan , People's Republic of China .

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China Shifts Growth Strategy from Exporting Goods to Exporting Factories and Technologies

Facing limits in its traditional export model and domestic economic challenges, China aims to drive growth by exporting its industrial capabilities and brands rather than just goods.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 12:50 AM