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US officials denied reports that Iran attacked a military base in Kuwait on Tuesday morning. While Iranian media claimed drones hit the site, the US said these reports are false. Meanwhile, a cargo vessel got hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on the same Tuesday morning.
Trump said Sunday he is talking with Iran to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump claimed negotiations are happening, Iran’s foreign ministry said it is only talking with Oman. Trump maintained, “Whether Iran wants to admit it or not, we are, in fact, talking.”
The US military has used nearly 80% of its key missile interceptors, leaving stockpiles dangerously low. Commanders warned that the Pentagon’s munitions supply fell sharply during the war with Iran. Many Gulf countries now worry that this shortage could hurt their ability to stop future missile and drone attacks.
Republican voters selected Ty Masterson as their nominee for governor on Tuesday, The Associated Press said. Masterson, the Kansas Senate president, beat a large primary field to secure the spot. He now aims to flip the governorship in November, ending eight years of Democratic control after Governor Laura Kelly leaves office.
Police arrested Jeanine John Taele at the Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles on Saturday. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said Tuesday that he carried a concealed firearm and prohibited ammunition. Federal agents flagged him after his activities looked suspicious. He got arrested before a fundraiser held at the course.
Shannon Taylor won the Democratic nomination for Virginia’s First Congressional District on Tuesday. The prosecutor beat six other candidates to secure her spot. She now faces Republican Representative Rob Wittman in November. Democrats hope her law-and-order background helps them flip this seat, which they see as a major opportunity.
The US Department of Justice is revoking the citizenship of 25 people, including Indian-origin Narinder Singh, for alleged fraud. Officials filed cases between July 20 and August 3. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said, “US citizenship is one of our nation’s highest privileges, and it must be obtained lawfully and honestly.”
Wowcher’s £99pp Christmas mystery holiday deal has returned, offering surprise trips to destinations like Lapland, Paris, Vienna, and New York. Shoppers get return flights and a minimum three-star hotel stay. You pick your dates, and the company reveals your festive location. Many people already use this deal for holiday travel.
The EU announced three new AI projects worth €36.8 million to support Generative AI in public administrations. These initiatives, including Floods and droughts and Eunomia.AI, aim to improve crisis management and tech sovereignty by 2030. Experts said oversight is necessary to prevent AI-washing and ensure these funds create real impact.
Record-breaking temperatures exceeding 40°C in Japan are driving rapid growth in cooling beauty and personal care products. Companies like Shiseido and Unicharm now use cooling technology to meet rising demand. Market research showed the cooling goods market reached ¥58.3 billion last year, as hotter conditions last longer than ever before.
Great Care Co-op is Ireland’s first worker-owned healthcare assistant co-operative. Assistants like Danahe Patino and Suliyat Akande manage care plans for clients in Dublin. “We make the care plans for each client individually,” said Patino. The group also provides free training and support to help workers gain confidence and professional skills.
Timor-Leste officially started commercial operation of its first international submarine fiber-optic cable on July 28, 2026. Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão inaugurated the system in Dili. The cable connects the nation to Australia, providing faster internet. Officials said it will "significantly reduce the country's reliance on satellite internet."