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Finucane makes Commonwealth history for Wales with triple cycling gold

GLASGOW, United Kingdom — Emma Finucane struck gold twice for Wales on Saturday to take her tally for the Commonwealth Games to three golds by winning the women's sprint and 1000 meter time trial. Following her part in the team sprint victory on Friday, Finucane became the first Welsh woman to win three gold medals at a single Commonwealth Games and could make it four on the final day of the event on Sunday. "Every time I go up there and sing the anthem I’m just really trying to soak

Eala rises to new career-high No. 24 in WTA live rankings

MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala reset her WTA live rankings career-high from No. 25 on Saturday to No. 24 after reaching the 500 Mubadala D.C. Open final in Washington early Sunday in Manila. Ousting 4-time Grand Slam champ Naomi Osaka in the semifinal, Eala raised her total to 1,931 ranking points. Eala could reach as high as world No. 20 if she wins the D.C. tournament, as the live rankings state she could earn a total of 2,106 points. No. 28 in the official rankings,

'Wing Chun' Opens to Standing Ovation in South Korea, Dance as a Bridge: A New Chapter for China-Korea Cultural Exchange.

ANDONG, South Korea, Aug. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- When the final pose held and the lights rose on the stage of Andong Culture & Arts Center on July 31, the audience rose as one. The applause did not fade for nearly ten minutes. Video from Shenzhen Media Group The Shenzhen Opera & Dance Theater had just delivered the South Korean premiere of "Wing Chun," a dance drama that blends martial arts with contemporary dance. For the hundreds of spectators filling the hall - including South Korean cultura

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 80 of the Trump 2.0 Administration

Washington, DC, Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ThinkCareBelieve announces a New Report on the events of Week80of the Trump Administration, part of a weekly series covering all the exciting achievements and events as they happened since President Trump took office in January 2025. The article can be accessed in full at https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2026/08/01/week-80-of-the-trump-2-0-administration/ This article provides details and direct links to primary sources covering the following: 1) An

Rally great Ogier in hospital after high-speed crash

PARIS, France — Frenchman Sebastien Ogier and his co-pilot Julien Ingrassia were rushed to hospital on Saturday after spinning off a forest dirt road at the Rally of Finland, which they were leading. The nine-time world rally champion was racing at around 130kph when he lost control negotiating a series of turns, with his Toyota rolling several times before hitting a tree. "Both crew members exited the car unassisted before being transported to Tampere hospital for precautionary checks," W

Eala stuns four-time Grand Slam champion Osaka to reach first WTA 500 final at Mubadala D.C. Open

MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala ousted former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka, 6-4, 6-2, to reach her first 500 WTA Tour final at the Mubadala D.C. Open at the William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center Stadium Court in Washington early Sunday morning in Manila. Eala racked up three straight games including a service hold to finish off the 4-time major champ Osaka and reach the finale, where she faces Jessica Pegula in a rematch. The lefty netter fell to Pegula in her breakout tourn

Trump's threat to push ahead on settlement fund injects new uncertainty into attorney general talks

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to push forward with a fund to compensate his allies if two Republican holdouts do not support his nominee for attorney general, injecting fresh uncertainty into a Senate confirmation vote planned for next week and underscoring once more his interest in securing payouts for supporters who feel unjustly persecuted. Trump asserted in his Truth Social post that he would keep acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in his current role and

3 people killed, at least 21 wounded in Moscow restaurant bombing, Russian officials say

MOSCOW — An improvised explosive device detonated at a restaurant Saturday in central Moscow killing at least three people, including the bomber, Russian state media said, citing local officials. At least 21 people were also injured when the IED detonated at the restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square in Moscow, the National Anti-Terrorism Committee said, quoted by Russian state news agency RIA Novosti. An unidentified woman who attempted to carry the explosive device into the restaurant died in

Democrats see a chance to flip a seat as focus on abuse claims mounts against Ohio Rep. Max Miller

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Faced with a narrow path to winning control of the U.S. House, Democrats are seeing fresh opportunity in a northeast Ohio congressional seat where the Republican incumbent is facing mounting pressure over domestic abuse allegations in a bitter and drawn-out dispute with his ex-wife. Allegations against U.S. Rep. Max Miller, a White House adviser during President Donald Trump's first term, have been public for years but have recently drawn increased media scrutiny amid an e

Boeing posts larger-than-expected Q2 loss

SEATTLE, Washington — Boeing on Tuesday reported a larger-than-expected quarterly loss after taking a $280 million charge on its troubled Air Force One replacement program, but generated positive free cash flow as its turnaround plans gained momentum. It took the charge due to higher engineering costs to ensure it delivers the two delayed US presidential plane replacements in 2028, contributing to a $428 million net loss for the second quarter (Q2).The core loss per share of 76 cents was w

BCAS Calls for National Commission on the Legacy of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in Canada

OTTAWA, Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Emancipation Day, the Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) is calling on the Government of Canada to establish a National Commission on the Legacy of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in Canada to examine the enduring impacts of slavery, segregation, and systemic anti-Black racism and recommend a national framework for addressing those impacts. Although Canada marks Emancipation Day each year, it has never undertaken a comprehensive national examination

Singapore Good Soil Foundation Hosts Third Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program at the University of Hong Kong, Empowering the Next Generation of Global Changemakers

HONG KONG, Aug. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Singapore Good Soil Foundation successfully concluded the third edition of its Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program at The University of Hong Kong, marking the program's first international edition since its launch. Student Fellows from around the world gathered at The University of Hong Kong for the inaugural international edition of the Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program. Centered on the theme "Art + AI for Social Good," the f

DELLA Celebrates 14th Anniversary with Annual DELLA Day and Announces New Build Your Own System Experience

The annual customer appreciation event recognizes DELLA members while announcing an upcoming system-selection experience and highlighting the continued expansion of DELLA's mini split portfolio. CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. and LOS ANGELES, Aug. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DELLA, a home comfort brand specializing in ductless mini split systems and heating and cooling solutions, today announced the return of DELLA Day, celebrating the brand's 14th anniversary and recognizing the customers whose continued

TX3 Futures Recognized as One of the Best Futures Funding Firms for Independent Traders in 2026

MIAMI, Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TX3 Futures has been recognized as one of the best futures funding firms for independent traders in 2026, reflecting its continued growth, transparent funding model, and commitment to trader success. Since its launch, TX3 Futures has become a leading proprietary trading firm by providing independent futures traders with access to funded trading accounts without requiring significant personal capital. Over the past four years, the firm has distributed more

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KBT Packing Strengthens Packaging Automation Support with Advanced Packaging Machine and Thermoforming Packaging Machine Solutions

Istanbul, Turkey, August 1, 2026 -- KBT Packing has announced its continued focus on providing advanced packaging machinery solutions for manufacturers seeking efficient, reliable, and scalable production systems. The company supports food producers, industrial manufacturers, and other businesses that require dependable equipment for sealing, product protection, presentation, and production workflow improvement. As manufacturers continue to invest in automation, packaging equipment has become an

Japan ends rescue operation at a mall that collapsed after a strong quake

TOKYO — Authorities ended a massive dayslong search-and-rescue operation Saturday at a collapsed shopping mall in southwest Japan following a powerful earthquake that killed 34 people earlier this week. The magnitude 7.1 earthquake hit Kumamoto Prefecture on Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu on Tuesday. The Aeon Mall, in the town of Kashima, was one of the hardest-hit sites, after an explosion that followed the quake caused the walls and a floor to collapse. The explosion, which

AI Efficiency Layer Cuts Energy Use and Expands Server Capacity on Existing Hardware

Signed measurements across five open AI models show lower energy use per card, cooler operating temperatures and higher throughput without changing model outputs PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trust Carbon Infrastructure, operated by Zenith Flow Innovations LLC, announced signed measurements showing that its patent-pending HXS compute-efficiency layer reduced energy use during AI serving on existing NVIDIA H100 hardware while increasing capacity without changing model outpu

VdoCipher Launches Free Video Compressor for Large Video Files upto 10 GB

India, August 1, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- VdoCipher today announced the launch of a free video compressor designed to help users reduce the size of MP4, MOV, MKV, and WebM files directly within their web browser. The tool supports large videos, including files of 1GB, 2GB, 10GB, and beyond, without requiring an account, software installation, or server upload. The new tool addresses a common challenge faced by educators, video creators, businesses, and digital teams working with large video file

Akari hands Choco Mucho 3rd straight loss

MANILA, Philippines — The Akari Chargers did not allow the fan-favorite Choco Mucho Flying Titans to enter the winning column as they posted a 27-25, 27-25, 21-25, 25-22 decision in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour on Saturday night at the Polomolok Gymnasium in South Cotabato. Akari bounced back after a loss over ZUS Coffee to tally a 1-1 win-loss record, while Choco Mucho absorbed its third consecutive defeat after losing to ZUS and PLDT. The Chargers banked on Chenie Tag

Speediance Showcases the Future of Intelligent Home Fitness at HomeGymCon 2026

Company highlights Gym Monster Series and Gym Nano while demonstrating its vision for AI-powered, personalized training experiences LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Speediance, a global leader in smart fitness innovation, announced its participation in HomeGymCon 2026, the largest annual gathering dedicated to home gym enthusiasts, creators, and industry professionals. Taking place from July 30 to August 1 at the Kentucky International Convention Center, the event brings together mo

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PVL on Tour Akari def. Choco Mucho (3-1) Chenie Tagaod Player of the Game #PVL2026

Fox Pools Announces Expansion of Professional Pool Winterization Services with Hydra Safety Cover Installation in Hampton Roads

Premium safety cover systems enhance Fox Pools' professional winterization process, providing homeowners with cleaner spring openings, enhanced safety, and superior long-term protection. Yorktown, VA, Aug. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yorktown, Va. -- August 1, 2026 -- Fox Pools, a family-owned residential pool service company serving Hampton Roads, announced today the expansion of its professional pool winterization services through the addition of Hydra 98.9 Ultra Mesh Safety Covers and Hydra