Lula, Brazil's Political Titan, Seeks Fourth Term to Counter Far-Right Rise

A sightseeing plane crashed in Peru, killing all 13 people on board while they were en route to view the Nazca Lines.

An explosion at a restaurant in Moscow's Kudrinskaya Square has claimed the lives of three people and injured 21 others.

Political transition talks in Venezuela will begin in person next week in Caracas, marking a new chapter in the country's effort to rebuild democratic institutions.

A tragic shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Idaho leaves several dead, including the gunman.

Five Cuban provinces faced widespread power outages as the national grid failed again on August 2, 2026, exacerbating an ongoing economic crisis.

Hungary's Prime Minister warns that the country's sole nuclear power plant could shut down as early as this weekend due to an ongoing heatwave and low water levels in the Danube River.

A 4.7-magnitude earthquake near Naples injured 21 people and caused property damage, with two requiring emergency treatment.

A truck bomb detonated in Cucuta, near Venezuela, six days before the inauguration of President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella.

US embassies in several Middle Eastern capitals have urged American citizens to consider leaving the region due to an anticipated escalation in ongoing conflicts.

Ukrainian forces sank a Russian-owned container ship in the Black Sea, resulting in the evacuation of its crew.

France's largest wildfire since 1949, which has ravaged over 42,000 hectares near Bordeaux, has been brought under control, according to Interior Minister Laurent Nunez.

Rescue operations concluded at a shopping mall wrecked by a powerful earthquake and subsequent blast in Japan, with fatalities confirmed.

Chongqing's unique motorcycle culture is drawing tourists from around the world.

Alexandra Eala defeated Naomi Osaka to book a final showdown with Jessica Pegula at the Washington Open.

Japan's annual cosplay event, the World Cosplay Summit, will move to November next year to avoid extreme summer heat.

Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi expresses uncertainty over Richarlison's future, with the Brazilian forward's contract nearing its end.

Professor Dr. Shamima Sultana, then chair of Jahangirnagar University's Bangla department, removed the portrait of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from her office during the July Uprising, driven by her ethical senses.

The BNP has assigned its Chairman and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman with the responsibility to nominate the party's candidate for the upcoming presidential election.

Agriculture Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid emphasizes the need for unity and vigilance to safeguard democracy and economic freedom in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh's Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam vowed to make Hajj pilgrimage more affordable and transparent for Bangladeshi pilgrims.

The National Standing Committee of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party convened today at the BNP Chairperson's office in Gulshan, Dhaka.

Border Guard Bangladesh seized 6.968 kilograms of gold worth an estimated Tk 13.33 crore and arrested a suspected smuggler at the Chuadanga border.

Rajshahi College has opened registration for its 150th anniversary celebration, marking a significant milestone in its rich history.

A construction worker was killed and another injured when a septic tank wall collapsed at a madrasa in Bagerhat district.

The Health and Family Welfare Minister warns of severe consequences for medical staff found negligent or irregular during a surprise hospital inspection.

The government is set to extend the railway line from Sylhet to Jaflong, aiming to develop the region into a major tourism hub.

A tree plantation program aimed at fostering children's love for trees and encouraging afforestation was held at Rajshahi Shishu Academy.

State Minister for Land and Chattogram Hill Tracts Affairs, Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin, emphasizes the government's dedication to serving citizens and protecting their fundamental rights.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon praised Begum Khaleda Zia for her significant contributions to democracy and human rights in Bangladesh.

Post, Telecommunication and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam emphasizes the government's dedication to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities to thrive using technology.