Amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards have been killed in Tehran. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed the killings in a statement.

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh killed: Iran's Supreme leader Khamenei vows revenge, warns Israel

Bangladeshi students called new street protests for Monday after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government ignored an ultimatum to release their leaders and apologise for those killed in deadly unrest. Watch in for more details!

Bangladesh bans Jamaat-E-Islami following violent protests, govt blames group for inciting protests

In Pakistan, there is no end to troubles for the former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi. In the latest, Bushra Bibi has been named as a suspect in 15 cases.

Pakistan: Trouble mounts for former PM Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi; 11 cases related to May 2023 riots

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh killed: Turkey says, 'Israel aims to spread Gaza war to entire region'

Headlines of the hour: - Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated - Iran vows revenge of Haniyeh's killing - Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh killed: Palestinian factions call for protest - Hezbollah: Search on for Fuad's body - Russian begins 3rd stage of nuclear drills - Ukraine: Over 30 Russian drones destroyed - US, South Korea conduct military drills

Iran vows revenge of Haniyeh's killing | Ukraine: Over 30 Russian drones destroyed

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh assassinated: Palestine President says, 'It was a cowardly assassination'

At least 151 people have died in landslides that hit Kerala's hilly Wayanad district in India. Watch to know more.

India: At least 151 dead in Wayanad landslide, extreme weather hampering rescue efforts

Heavy monsoons in northwest Pakistan have triggered flash floods, killing at least 14 people. The family had been sleeping in the basement of a house in Kohat, a district in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Flash floods triggered by monsoon rain

Wildfires are raging in the Balkans, with some countries seeking assistance from the European Union...

Heat & dry conditions spark Wildfires: Balkan countries seek assistance from the European Union

Iran’s Islamic Paramilitary Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed in a statement early on July 31 that Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran. They added that Haniyeh's residence in Tehran was “hit” early Wednesday morning, and he was killed along with a bodyguard.

Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian swear in as ninth President, vows to remove western sanctions

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Ismail Haniyeh killed at his Tehran residence. At least 11 dead in protests following Maduro's elections win. Moscow launches overnight drone assault on Kyiv. Protests erupt at Southport following knife attack.

Ismail Haniyeh killed at his Tehran residence | Iran slams Israeli strikes on Beirut

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Iranian PM warns Israel, says attack Lebanon will be met with consequences. Israelis protests outside prison following arrests. Russian army gains major ground in Ukraine's Pokrovsk. Fresh $1.7 billion aid top Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

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The United Nations has issued a stark warning about China's dramatic population decline, predicting it could lose more than half its population by the end of this century. In 2023, China recorded only 9.02 million births, the lowest number since records began in 1949. This sharp decline in births is a significant indicator of the country's demographic challenges.

UN: China population decline threatens economy

We look at the changing times in the United Arab Emirates, with the country set to legalise gambling. Las Vegas operators are keeping a close eye on the UAE market. Reason - the country is moving closer to legalising casinos and other forms of gambling now. This comes after the emirates granted its first lottery licence.

UAE steps closer to legalising gambling with lottery license

We turn our attention to the growing economic and trading ties between china and Saudi Arabia. Chinese investors are pouring money into two new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track Saudi Arabian shares. This is driven by the demand surge for international assets due to the terrible performance of domestic stocks.

Growing economic ties between China and Saudi in focus

North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong-un has been making strides when it comes to succession. Seoul spy agency says the North Korean leader is grooming his pre-teen daughter as a successor to lead the nuclear armed state. Watch in for more details!

Kim Jong-Un to be succeeded by his daughter?

New information has emerged from the investigation of former US President Donald Trump's assassination attempt. An FBI official revealed that the shooter was identified by the law enforcement officers 90 minutes before the Pennsylvania man tried to assassinate Republican presidential candidate.

Trump assassination bid: Trump to give FBI victim interview

In Northwest England, two children have been stabbed to death at a dance class. The attacker wounded at least nine from which six are in critical condition and two adults are also in critical condition.

Knife attack in UK: Two children stabbed to death, nine wounded at dance class

Israelis are protesting scuffling at the gates of the shadowy facility Sde Teiman Prison in Negev desert. They're opposing the detention of nine soldiers accused of torturing a Gaza prisoner. Watch in for more details!

Israel soldiers detained, accused of torturing Gaza prisoners

Trump assassination bid: Police identified Trump gunman 90 minutes earlier, says FBI officer

Massive landslides hit various hilly areas near Meppadi in Kerala's Wayanad district early on Tuesday (July 30), with many people feared trapped. Several people, including children were killed, while hundreds of people are feared trapped after massive landslides struck hilly areas in Kerala's Wayanad district on Tuesday (July 30). Hundreds of people are also suspected to still be trapped. Watch in for more details!

Wayanad landslides: Several dead, hundreds missing as landslide hits Kerala’s Wayanad

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<p>Shortly after Hurricane Beryl caused havoc in the Caribbean and left millions in Texas without power, the National Hurricane Centre is eying a tropical wave in the central Atlantic. This wave could develop into a tropical storm within the week and impact Florida.</p>

<p>On Tuesday morning (July 30), the National Hurricane Centre predicted the chances of the disturbance becoming a depression to 60% over the next week. However, the NHC had previously given it no chance of becoming a tropical depression in the next two days.</p>

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<p>Forecasters noted that the system might encounter more favourable conditions in the next two days, potentially leading to some development as it moves near Puerto Rico, Haiti, and the Bahamas.</p>

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<p>Since the system is still developing and not fully structured, global computer models are not as effective in predicting its potential path compared to well-established tropical storms and hurricanes with clear centers.</p>

<p>Even so, initial model forecasts suggest that the system may approach Florida and the Bahamas over the weekend. Craig Setzer, chief meteorologist for Royal Caribbean Group, wrote on X, “Keep monitoring daily updates because no one should ever say in a situation like this ‘we’re good, no need to check it anymore.’”</p>

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<p>Meteorologists are still expecting a very active hurricane season, despite a short calm following Beryl. The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be highly dangerous.</p>

<p>Beryl set new records, becoming the earliest Category 5 hurricane in history. After it hit the Texas coast, experts from Colorado State University increased their forecast to 12 hurricanes and 25 storms for the season.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Shortly after Hurricane Beryl caused havoc in the Caribbean and left millions in Texas without power, the National Hurricane Centre is eying a tropical wave in the central Atlantic.

Shortly after Hurricane Beryl caused havoc in the Caribbean and left millions in Texas without power, the National Hurricane Centre is eying a tropical wave in the central Atlantic. This wave could develop into a tropical storm within the week and impact Florida. On Tuesday morning (July 30), the National Hurricane Centre predicted the chances of the disturbance becoming a depression to 60% over the next week. However, the NHC had previously given it no chance of becoming a tropical depression in the next two days. Watch | US: Donald Trump defends JD Vance over 'childless cat ladies' remark × Forecasters noted that the system might encounter more favourable conditions in the next two days, potentially leading to some development as it moves near Puerto Rico, Haiti, and the Bahamas. Also read: Watch: Trump reveals how wife Melania reacted to murder bid, 'she was left traumatised' Since the system is still developing and not fully structured, global computer models are not as effective in predicting its potential path compared to well-established tropical storms and hurricanes with clear centers. Even so, initial model forecasts suggest that the system may approach Florida and the Bahamas over the weekend. Craig Setzer, chief meteorologist for Royal Caribbean Group, wrote on X, “Keep monitoring daily updates because no one should ever say in a situation like this ‘we’re good, no need to check it anymore.’” Also read: China alarmed as US tests 'Quicksink' bomb to rein in bellicose PLA Navy Meteorologists are still expecting a very active hurricane season, despite a short calm following Beryl. The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be highly dangerous. Beryl set new records, becoming the earliest Category 5 hurricane in history. After it hit the Texas coast, experts from Colorado State University increased their forecast to 12 hurricanes and 25 storms for the season. (With inputs from agencies)

US: Florida braces for new storm as tropical wave brews in the central Atlantic

Global hedge funds have swiftly unwound their bearish bets on European stock markets at a rate unseen in a decade, driven by unexpectedly strong corporate earnings, according to a goldman sachs note viewed by Reuters.

Hedge funds reverse Bearish stance in Europe

Economic growth in trade-dependent Taiwan likely slowed in the second quarter, despite robust exports driven by high demand for AI technology. A report by Reuters expects gross domestic product to have expanded by around 4.8% from a year earlier. The previous quarter's strong performance was bolstered by exports and construction, although domestic consumption remained soft.

AI exports lift Taiwan's slowing economy

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