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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

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Hungary Shuts Down Nuclear Power Plant Amid Record Low Danube River Levels

For the first time in its 44-year history, Hungary has fully closed its sole nuclear power plant due to drought-induced water shortages, impacting energy supply and testing the economy.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 12:11 PM

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Fourteen Israeli Soldiers Sentenced to Military Prison Over Unauthorized Walkout at Sde Teiman

The sentencing highlights contrasting military justice outcomes following incidents at the Sde Teiman base.

Al Jazeera | 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

Itamar Ben Gvir demonstrating against cease fire, 15/7/2014

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Ben-Gvir Mocks Palestinian Detainee Over Prison Conditions

Israeli politician Ben-Gvir has drawn attention after mocking a Palestinian detainee's complaints about prison conditions.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 11:39 AM

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Indigenous Groups Protest Against Bill Allowing Foreign Ownership of Argentine Rural Land

Hundreds gathered in Buenos Aires to oppose legislation that would lift restrictions on foreign buyers owning rural land in Argentina, raising concerns over indigenous ancestral territories.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 11:39 AM

Photo from balcony overlooking main television studio from behind presenter's desk in the Doha headquarters.

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Sudanese Refugee Rebuilds Life in Spain Amid Ongoing War Back Home

A young Sudanese man navigates a new life in Madrid while anxiously awaiting news from family caught in conflict in Darfur.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 11:38 AM

Tarik Skubal pitching for the Detroit Tigers during the 2024 Little League Classic.

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Dodgers Acquire Two-Time AL Cy Young Winner Tarik Skubal in Major Trade

The Los Angeles Dodgers have bolstered their pitching rotation by acquiring Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers ahead of the trade deadline.

ABC Top Stories | Aug 2, 2026, 11:26 AM

One of the mass graves discovered in an excavation from July–August of 2014 at Estépar ( Burgos ). Dating from the start of the Spanish Civil War , the grave contains twenty-six republicans who were killed by nationalists in August-September 1936, possibly released prisoners on September 29 and 30, 1936 and part of a purge of 2500 executions in the area. For more information in English, see [1] (Note: goes rather political at the end of that source).

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Life in Spanish Enclave Ceuta Disrupted by Migrant Influx, Says Mayor

Ceuta faces unrest after 60,000 migrants breached its border, with a death toll of 67 and ongoing efforts to restore order.

Africanews | Aug 2, 2026, 11:26 AM

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Five Dead, 41 Missing After Indonesian Ferry Catches Fire Off Madura Island

An Indonesian ferry caught fire while sailing from East Java to South Sulawesi, resulting in five deaths and 41 missing persons as rescue operations continue.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 11:26 AM

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Seven Arrested Following Fatal Explosion at Baotou Steel Plant in Inner Mongolia

An official report attributes the deadly blast to corrosion and multiple safety failings, leading to arrests and disciplinary actions.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 11:25 AM

A panorama picture of north of tehran in a clean day after a rain

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Iran Denies Trump’s Claim That Tehran Asked US to Refrain from Strikes

Iran's Mehr news agency rejects former US President Donald Trump's statement that Tehran requested the US to hold off on new military strikes amid ongoing tensions.

CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 11:24 AM

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Harare Experiences Quiet Day Amid Shutdown Call Over Constitutional Changes

A heavy security presence and reduced traffic marked Harare on August 2, 2026, as opposition groups called for a nationwide shutdown protesting constitutional amendments.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 11:03 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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Trump Halts Attacks on Iran Amid Hints of a Deal

US President Donald Trump announces a pause in attacks on Iran, citing agreed 'perimeters of a deal' while tensions remain high in the region.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 11:02 AM

This evening, a farewell ceremony in Tel Aviv was held in honor of Lt. Gen. Gabi Ashkenazi who finishes his four year term as the 19th IDF Chief of Staff. The ceremony was attended by the families of fallen IDF soldiers and officers, as well as senior IDF and governmental officials including President Shimon Peres, and friends and family of Lt. Gen. Ashkenazi. Pictured above: Lt. Gen. Ashkenazi gives a hug to Karnit Goldwasser, widow of Udi Goldwasser, of blessed memory.

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Israeli Orphans of Fallen Heroes Build Pride and Connection on US Bar/Bat Mitzvah Journey

Twenty-eight Israeli children who lost parents in security service traveled across North America to strengthen Jewish identity and solidarity.

Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 11:02 AM

Māori Battalion survivors of action in Greece, performing a haka in Helwan , Egypt for the King of Greece . From left to right, the four men in the foreground are John Manuel, Maaka White, Te Kooti Reihana, and Rangi Henderson. A cropped version of this photo featured on an ANZAC commemorative stamp issued in 2008. [2]

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Residents of Spain’s Ceuta Oppose Planned Far-Right Rally

Hundreds in the North African Spanish enclave of Ceuta gathered to block a far-right anti-migrant demonstration.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 10:29 AM

Five fingers peak. Quartzite sandstone Huangshizhai Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hunan, China. Panorama 2012.

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US Firms Secure Billions in African Data Center Deals, Challenging China’s Influence

American companies, supported by the Trump administration, have won significant contracts for AI data centers and hydropower projects across Africa, notably a $6.2 billion deal in Lesotho, intensifying competition with China.

Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 10:29 AM

Prime Minister of Greece George Papandreou and Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu in Greece. December 2, 2009.

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Ahmet Davutoglu Steps Back from Politics After Shaping Erdogan’s Turkiye

Former prime minister and foreign policy architect Ahmet Davutoglu announces withdrawal from party politics following the cessation of his Future Party’s activities.

Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 9:46 AM

Distribuejoj de Ozon kaj Wildberries. Tugulimo, Sverdlovska provinco, Rusio.

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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill Two in Russia, Target Wildberries Warehouse

Drone attacks by Kyiv hit Russian regions along the Volga River, including a major Wildberries warehouse, amid ongoing efforts to disrupt Russia’s economic infrastructure.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 9:24 AM

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Tigray Authorities Accuse Ethiopian Federal Government of Launching Military Offensive

The Tigray People’s Liberation Front claims federal forces attacked positions in Western Tigray, raising fears of renewed conflict despite the 2022 Pretoria Agreement.

Africanews | Aug 2, 2026, 9:24 AM

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Fuel Excise Cut Ends, Drivers Face Petrol Price Hikes in Australia

The federal government's temporary fuel excise reduction concludes on August 3, leading to expected increases in petrol and diesel prices amid rising global oil costs.

ABC Australia News | Aug 2, 2026, 9:24 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