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Expert: Europe's wildfire crisis demands nature-based solutions, not just emergency response
Alexander Held, senior expert on integrated fire management, tells France 24 that Europe must shift from reactive firefighting to long-term landscape governance to address escalating wildfires.
France 24 · 4 Aug, 15:50
70 Ukrainian firefighters help tackle one of France’s largest wildfires in 20 years
A team of 70 Ukrainian firefighters has joined the effort to fight one of France’s largest wildfires in two decades, taking on the most challenging section after receiving their first assignments.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Aug, 15:49
Likely French presidential candidate claims Russian smear campaign targeted him
MEP Raphaël Glucksmann, a potential French presidential contender, says French authorities told him of a GRU-linked disinformation operation against him.
Politico Europe · 4 Aug, 14:52
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Purple Carrot Meal Kit Review: Fresh Ingredients and Thoughtful Recipes
A Wired review of the Purple Carrot meal kit highlights the quality of its recipes and fresh produce. The kit requires only salt, pepper, and oil, though some recipes need a food processor.
Wired · 4 Aug, 14:51
Nigerian Judge Abducted from Home Freed, Police Say
A Nigerian judge, Faruku Hassan Bunza, who was kidnapped from his home in Bunza town on July 26, has been released, police said on August 3. The details of his release remain unclear and the attackers have not been apprehended.
France 24 · 4 Aug, 13:55
Ukrainian drones hit another Wildberries warehouse in Leningrad region, sparking large fire
On the night of August 4, Ukrainian drones attacked a Wildberries logistics center in Krasny Bor, Leningrad region, causing a major fire. The company said employees were evacuated in advance and no one was hurt, while the governor reported one injury.
Meduza · 4 Aug, 13:53
Dinghy carrying 157 people capsizes in Channel after engine fire
French authorities reported that a dinghy with 157 people on board capsized in the English Channel after its engine caught fire. All occupants were rescued, with 54 taken to France on British vessels.
The Guardian World · 4 Aug, 13:53
More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel
French authorities say 157 people were rescued after their boat caught fire in the Channel on Tuesday morning, with no reports of injuries.
BBC World · 4 Aug, 13:52
Seven dead after Ukrainian drone crashes into crowded beach near Gelendzhik; questions swirl over air defense role
A Ukrainian drone crashed onto a beach in Arkhipo-Osipovka near Gelendzhik on August 3, killing seven people. Experts suggest Russian air defenses may have downed the drone, possibly causing it to fall on vacationers.
Meduza · 4 Aug, 12:52
Arson Arrest Made Over Washington State's Largest Wildfire
A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson in connection with the largest of several wildfires near Spokane, Washington, which have displaced over 60,000 residents and destroyed hundreds of structures.
BBC World · 4 Aug, 12:52
Russia Turns Ukraine's Gas Stations From Social Hubs Into Deadly Targets
According to The New York Times, drone attacks have hit hundreds of gas stations in Ukraine, apparently in retaliation for Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries.
The New York Times · 4 Aug, 12:50
Montenegro sees more visitors than residents over weekend; Croatian PM urges calm after border queues
Montenegrin police reported that between July 31 and August 2, 632,766 travelers crossed the country's borders, surpassing the population, while queues stretching over 20 kilometers formed on the Croatian border.
Jauns.lv · 4 Aug, 12:50
This Day in History: British Naval Landing Seizes Gibraltar in 1704
On 4 August 1704, a British naval landing captured Gibraltar during the War of the Spanish Succession. The peninsula remains one of the few British overseas territories today.
LSM · 4 Aug, 12:49
EU Commission president: Ceuta chaos shows need for tougher migration policy
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for a unified EU response to strengthen external borders after more than 50,000 migrants entered Spain's North African enclave Ceuta in a single day.
BNN · 4 Aug, 11:53
Mother of PC Harper criticises early release eligibility for son's killers
The UK government has revised its prison overcrowding early release scheme to exclude rapists and child sex offenders, but domestic abusers and killers remain eligible. The mother and widow of PC Andrew Harper have expressed anger that two men convicted over his death could be released early.
The Guardian World · 4 Aug, 11:52
Russian refinery supplying jet fuel for Moscow's warplanes hit by fire again
The Syzran refinery, which supplies two Russian military districts, has reportedly been set on fire once again by Ukraine. Meanwhile, Wildberries confirmed a fire at its Krasny Bor complex, the third such incident in Leningrad Oblast in under two weeks.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Aug, 11:52
Sri Lanka closes schools as heavy rains trigger floods and mudslides, killing at least five
Heavy rains have caused floods and mudslides in Sri Lanka's mountainous regions, killing at least five people and forcing schools to close.
Euronews · 4 Aug, 11:51
Ukrainian military may soon receive new domestically developed strike drone F-CAPTAIN
Ukraine's Armed Forces could soon receive the F-CAPTAIN strike drone developed by F-Drones. The unmanned system is designed to hit targets up to 100 kilometres away and to withstand electronic warfare.
Jauns.lv · 4 Aug, 11:50
From gateway to bottleneck: Novorossiysk and the threat to Black Sea grain exports
A grain exporters’ union cautions that Black Sea shipping routes may be entirely cut off, as the port of Novorossiysk—once intended as Russia’s main export gateway—now handles a fifth of Russia’s seaborne exports.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Aug, 10:55
Russian strikes on Sumy and Mykolaiv kill children and elderly women
Russian forces attacked civilian infrastructure in Sumy with guided bombs, killing two girls and an elderly woman, while a strike on Mykolaiv killed an 89-year-old woman and injured seven; Ukraine's Air Force said 117 of 136 drones were downed.
Meduza · 4 Aug, 10:54
Michigan Democrats face high-stakes Senate primary amid record pro-Israel spending
Michigan Democrats are choosing their Senate nominee in a primary marked by over $60 million in outside spending, mostly from AIPAC, as progressive Abdul El Sayed challenges establishment candidate Haley Stevens.
France 24 · 4 Aug, 10:54
Ukrainian Drone Strikes on Russian Warehouses Kill at Least Five
Three warehouses in Russia were targeted by Ukrainian drones overnight, with at least five people killed in an attack near Moscow. Two sites belonging to online retailer Wildberries were also hit, though no casualties were reported there.
The Moscow Times · 4 Aug, 10:52
Kaldre: Russia, North Korea, Iran and China form a new 'axis of evil'
In an ERR News commentary, Peeter Kaldre warns that the four countries, united by hatred of the West, are more dangerous than past axes due to their active military cooperation and mutual agreements.
ERR News · 4 Aug, 10:52
Five killed in Moscow drone strike as Russia and Ukraine trade attacks
At least five people died when a Ukrainian drone hit a warehouse near Moscow, while Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities killed at least four more. Both sides continue to target each other's infrastructure.
BBC World · 4 Aug, 10:50
Ukrainian drones strike Wildberries warehouses near St Petersburg and in Moscow region
On the night of August 4, Ukrainian drones attacked two Wildberries logistics sites in Russia, causing fires and prompting air alerts in the Leningrad and Moscow regions. Russian officials say 17 drones were shot down over the Leningrad region.
BNN · 4 Aug, 09:54
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Ukraine drone strikes spark fire at another Wildberries warehouse near St Petersburg
Overnight Tuesday, Ukrainian drone strikes caused a fire at a Wildberries warehouse in Krasny Bor, near St Petersburg, according to Ukrainian and Russian media.
Apollo.lv · 4 Aug, 09:54
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Ukrainian Drones Cause Fire at Wildberries Warehouse Near St. Petersburg
A Ukrainian drone strike early Tuesday caused a fire at a Wildberries warehouse in Krasnijbor, near St. Petersburg, a facility reported to be used for Russian army supplies, according to Ukrainian and Russian media.
TVNET · 4 Aug, 09:54
Ukrainian drone attacks target Wildberries warehouses, damaging 15 facilities
Overnight into Tuesday, Ukrainian drones struck Wildberries warehouses in Krasny Bor near St Petersburg and in Chekhov in the Moscow region, sparking a fire at one site. Since the strikes began, 15 of the online retailer's facilities have been damaged.
LSM · 4 Aug, 09:51
Zaluzhnyi Skeptical About Ukraine Joining NATO, Calls for Other Security Alliances
Ukraine's ambassador to the UK, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, said he does not believe Ukraine will join NATO and called for focusing on developing other security alliances.
LSM · 4 Aug, 08:49
New Zealand Ends Greyhound Racing, With Government Pledging Support
New Zealand has hosted its final greyhound race, and the government has committed to rehoming the dogs and assisting those who earned their living from the sport.
The New York Times · 4 Aug, 07:54
Bodycam video shows firefighters battling blaze in Spokane, US
New footage from firefighters' body-worn cameras reveals the speed and urgency required to contain a fast-moving fire in the northwestern United States. The video was recorded in Spokane.
Al Jazeera · 4 Aug, 07:53
Zelensky: Sanctions gaps let Russian missile producers evade restrictions
The Ukrainian president says most of the 17 key Russian companies producing ballistic missiles can still circumvent sanctions by operating through foreign jurisdictions, and closing these loopholes is urgent.
LSM · 4 Aug, 07:49
Wasps Can Ruin a Vacation in Germany: TVNET Warns Tourists
A new article from TVNET describes a common summer scenario in Germany where wasps disrupt an outdoor meal, cautioning travelers about potential troubles.
TVNET · 4 Aug, 07:02
Day 1,622 of the war: Russia fires missiles faster than Ukraine can shoot them down
Russia’s war against Ukraine has entered day 1,622, with Moscow launching missiles faster than Ukrainian air defenses can intercept them, while Europe’s pro-Ukraine coalition is facing a leadership vacuum.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Aug, 07:01
Drone Blast on Russian Beach Kills Seven, Officials Say
A drone explosion on a crowded Russian resort beach has killed seven people, according to officials. It remains unclear what the drone was targeting or why it crashed at the scene.
The New York Times · 4 Aug, 05:50
UK Political Roundup: Burnham's Co-operative Roots and Farage's Border Push
Recent UK headlines feature Prime Minister Andy Burnham's stance on FIFA and fiscal scrutiny, while Nigel Farage prioritizes border battles amid financial questions.
Politico Europe · 4 Aug, 05:50