The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

World News

Comprehensive coverage of international news and global events

Police raid Starbucks Korea headquarters over 'Tank Day' fiasco

Police raid Starbucks Korea headquarters over 'Tank Day' fiasco

August 05, 2026 • BBC World

Summary

South Korean police searched Starbucks Korea's headquarters over claims that a marketing campaign dishonored victims of a 1980 military crackdown. Starbucks had offered a "Tank Day" promotion on the anniversary of the Gwangju Uprising, which led to public outrage, boycotts, and official criticism.

Key Facts

  • The "Tank Day" promotion was a coffee tumbler sale linked to tanks used in the 1980 Gwangju military suppression.
  • Many people felt the campaign disrespected the memory of those killed during the Gwangju Uprising.
  • Starbucks Korea quickly cancelled the promotion and apologized, saying the connection was accidental.
  • Civic groups filed a criminal complaint accusing Starbucks of defamation.
  • Police started an investigation and raided Starbucks Korea’s headquarters.
  • Starbucks Korea’s operator, Shinsegae Group, fired the CEO and did internal reviews.
  • Starbucks stores closed for half a day for staff to attend history lessons about the incident.
  • The case sparked political debate and a government-led boycott of Starbucks.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

BBC World BBC Business
Video shows drone attacking vegetable vendor in Ukraine

Video shows drone attacking vegetable vendor in Ukraine

August 05, 2026 • CBS News

Summary

President Zelenskyy of Ukraine shared a video showing a Russian drone attacking a man selling vegetables in Kherson. The man survived but was injured, and Ukraine said the attack is part of a pattern of Russian drone strikes on civilians.

Key Facts

  • The video shows a Russian drone carrying explosives chasing a vegetable seller named Yurii in Kherson.
  • The drone exploded near Yurii, causing him shrapnel wounds and a concussion.
  • Yurii tried to show the drone he was only selling vegetables before it attacked.
  • President Zelenskyy called the attack a deliberate attack on civilians by Russian forces.
  • In another event, a Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed at least 15 people and injured many others.
  • Kyiv’s military administration condemned the attacks and promised accountability for these actions.
  • The attacks targeted residential buildings and warehouses in Ukraine’s capital region.
  • This incident is part of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia involving drone warfare and missile strikes.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

CBS News
Pakistan and Uganda athletes ‘missing’ after Commonwealth Games

Pakistan and Uganda athletes ‘missing’ after Commonwealth Games

August 05, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

Police in Scotland are investigating reports that some athletes from Uganda and Pakistan did not return home after the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Officials say several athletes are missing, and some have expressed plans to stay in the UK.

Key Facts

  • The Commonwealth Games ended in Glasgow last Sunday after 11 days of competition.
  • Police Scotland reported that several foreign athletes are unaccounted for.
  • Four out of six Ugandan boxers went missing before their scheduled return flight.
  • One Ugandan boxer said they planned to seek asylum in the UK.
  • One Pakistani boxer also missed their flight home.
  • Authorities are working with the UK Home Office to understand the situation.
  • Missing athletes after Commonwealth Games have been reported in past events in Britain and Australia.
  • Around 3,000 athletes from 74 countries participated in the Glasgow Games.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Al Jazeera
Nepal’s Gandaki province legalizes medical cannabis farming and use

Nepal’s Gandaki province legalizes medical cannabis farming and use

August 05, 2026 • AP News

Summary

Gandaki province in Nepal has legalized growing and using marijuana for medical purposes, even though marijuana is still banned across the country. Farmers in Gandaki must get permission and be closely watched by provincial authorities.

Key Facts

  • Gandaki province passed a law to allow medical marijuana farming and use.
  • The law started on Monday after the provincial chief approved it.
  • Nepal’s national law still bans marijuana farming, possession, and use.
  • Possessing marijuana for personal use can lead to one month in jail nationally.
  • Selling or distributing marijuana can lead to up to 10 years in prison depending on the amount.
  • Gandaki province is known for its mountains, hiking trails, and the city of Pokhara.
  • Cannabis is native to Nepal and has cultural and religious significance.
  • Marijuana use is traditionally allowed during the Hindu festival Shivaratri, despite national laws.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

AP News
Nigeria cannot build safe schools in unsafe communities

Nigeria cannot build safe schools in unsafe communities

August 05, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu welcomed the rescue of 39 pupils and six teachers held captive for 56 days after being abducted by gunmen. Despite the Safe Schools Initiative aimed at protecting students since 2014, attacks on schools and kidnappings continue, showing ongoing security problems beyond the school grounds.

Key Facts

  • On May 15, gunmen abducted 39 pupils and six teachers from three schools in Oyo State, Nigeria; they were held for 56 days before being rescued.
  • The Safe Schools Initiative (SSI) began in 2014 after Boko Haram kidnapped 276 schoolgirls in Chibok, to make schools safer.
  • SSI includes measures like school fencing, security guards, early-warning systems, and support for survivors.
  • SSI has expanded to all 36 Nigerian states and the Federal Capital Territory, but has not fully prevented attacks or kidnappings.
  • Over 42,000 schools in northern Nigeria still lack perimeter fencing despite SSI funding.
  • There are concerns about mismanagement or misuse of the $106 million funds allocated to SSI.
  • Thousands of students have been abducted in Nigeria since 2014; at least 603 were taken in mass attacks from March 2024 to May 2026.
  • Some communities have closed schools due to insecurity, such as Kebbi State, where schools remain closed until safety improves.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Al Jazeera
Russian missile and drone barrage in Ukrainian capital region kills at least 15

Russian missile and drone barrage in Ukrainian capital region kills at least 15

August 05, 2026 • AP News

Summary

Russian missiles and drones attacked Kyiv and nearby areas, killing at least 15 people and injuring 42. The strikes hit warehouses, food storage, and logistics centers, causing several fires in multiple districts around the capital.

Key Facts

  • The attacks happened overnight and involved missiles and drones launched by Russia.
  • At least 15 people died and 42 were wounded in Kyiv and the surrounding region.
  • Fires broke out in several locations, including warehouses and food storage facilities.
  • Areas affected include Brovary, Bucha, Fastiv districts, and districts within Kyiv city like Obolonskyi and Sviatoshynskyi.
  • Ukraine’s air defense system has limited missile interceptors and struggles to stop large-scale missile attacks.
  • Ukraine has been targeting Russian oil refineries and energy infrastructure in return.
  • An adviser to Ukraine’s president said Russia is attacking many types of targets now, including retail and building material warehouses.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

AP News
Right turn on green: is the Telegraph changing its tune on the climate?

Right turn on green: is the Telegraph changing its tune on the climate?

August 05, 2026 • Guardian World

Summary

The UK newspaper The Telegraph has recently published several articles acknowledging the reality and risks of climate change, including the impact of wildfires and rising temperatures. This marks a shift from its previous climate-skeptical stance, possibly influenced by new ownership and ongoing political debates within the Conservative Party.

Key Facts

  • The Telegraph published a detailed report on UK wildfires and the dangers of rising temperatures.
  • The paper has historically criticized green policies and climate change measures.
  • Recent opinion pieces in the Telegraph accept climate change as real and urgent.
  • Columnist Tim Stanley called on the political right to take climate change seriously.
  • Ambrose Evans-Pritchard criticized Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch for opposing net zero climate targets.
  • Kemi Badenoch responded, saying she opposes the net zero political program but not the climate crisis itself.
  • The newspaper is now owned by Axel Springer, a German media company with plans to expand its global influence.
  • Analysts suggest these articles reflect a split in the Conservative Party and the newspaper rather than a planned editorial change.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Guardian World
Wednesday briefing: ​How misinformation and ​a​ hardened immigration policy ​turned Ceuta ​into Europe’s ​latest ​flashpoint

Wednesday briefing: ​How misinformation and ​a​ hardened immigration policy ​turned Ceuta ​into Europe’s ​latest ​flashpoint

August 05, 2026 • Guardian World

Summary

About 72,000 migrants recently crossed into Ceuta, a small Spanish area in Morocco, but most returned to Morocco within a day. At least 88 people died during the crossing. European officials said this movement did not threaten their borders, though some media and politicians called it an invasion.

Key Facts

  • Around 72,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta last week.
  • At least 88 people died trying to make the crossing.
  • Most migrants were young men looking for work.
  • The migrants mostly returned to Morocco after crossing.
  • EU interior ministers said Ceuta and the Schengen free travel zone were not at risk.
  • Media and some politicians described the event as a threat or invasion of Europe.
  • Spain has experience returning people who cross without permission.
  • Social media amplified images and claims about the crossing, some from right-wing voices.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Guardian World
Russian attack on Kyiv region kills at least 14 people, say Ukrainian authorities

Russian attack on Kyiv region kills at least 14 people, say Ukrainian authorities

August 05, 2026 • Guardian World

Summary

Russian missile strikes in and around Kyiv killed at least 14 people and injured 27, according to Ukrainian officials. The attacks caused fires, damage to warehouses, and an ammonia leak, with emergency crews working to control the situation.

Key Facts

  • The attack happened after midnight on Wednesday and targeted seven locations in Kyiv and nearby areas.
  • One person died and 24 were injured in Kyiv itself, with four in critical condition.
  • A warehouse near the city center was destroyed, and rescuers found people under the rubble.
  • Fires broke out in warehouses and on the outskirts of the city after the attack.
  • An ammonia leak occurred due to the damage, requiring emergency response.
  • The Russian defense ministry said they targeted military supply centers but have a history of hitting civilian sites.
  • Emergency sirens sounded for over an hour as air defense units responded to the attack.
  • The Kyiv mayor, Vitali Klitschko, provided updates on casualties and damage caused by the strikes.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Guardian World
Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday

Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday

August 05, 2026 • AP News

Summary

President Donald Trump said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route in the Middle East, could happen as soon as Wednesday or Thursday. Iran and Oman are working on an agreement to allow safe passage of ships through the strait, which is important for global oil shipments.

Key Facts

  • The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for global oil and gas transport.
  • President Trump mentioned the deal might be announced soon, with progress made in talks.
  • The proposed agreement includes ship routes controlled by Iran for entry and Oman for exit.
  • Service fees may be charged for security and environmental protection in the strait.
  • The U.S. has opposed any deal that gives Iran control over the strait.
  • Iran and Oman are negotiating safe shipping lanes that respect their national security.
  • The deal might be linked to lifting the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports.
  • Oil prices fell slightly as hopes for a deal increased, easing concerns about supply.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

AP News
The yearly mild weather spell that brings Yemen’s coast back to life

The yearly mild weather spell that brings Yemen’s coast back to life

August 05, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

Every year in Mukalla, Yemen, a weather pattern called Al-Baldah cools the usually hot summer for a few weeks, attracting thousands to the Arabian Sea coast. This seasonal change brings relief and economic chances to local people despite ongoing challenges from the country’s war and poor infrastructure.

Key Facts

  • Al-Baldah is a yearly climate event in Mukalla, Yemen, occurring from late July to early August.
  • The weather becomes cooler, drawing crowds to the beaches for swimming and relaxation.
  • Local youths, like 15-year-old Abdulrahman Badr, sell traditional food and tea to visitors during this time.
  • The war in Yemen has caused widespread death, displacement, hunger, and damage to infrastructure.
  • The Al-Baldah season provides some economic opportunities and a break from hardship for residents.
  • Despite the festive atmosphere, not all locals benefit equally, and issues like power shortages continue to harm daily life.
  • Temporary stalls and vendors set up along the beach to serve visitors.
  • Families and young people participate in games and swimming, with some women swimming while wearing traditional full black abayas.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Al Jazeera
Return of goods to markets in Gaza doesn’t mean people can afford them

Return of goods to markets in Gaza doesn’t mean people can afford them

August 05, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

Goods have started to return to markets in Gaza after months of shortages caused by Israel's blockade and war. However, many families still cannot afford to buy these goods because of job losses, high prices, and ongoing economic problems.

Key Facts

  • Gaza has faced months of shortages due to Israel’s blockade and war starting in October 2023.
  • Some goods are now available again in Gaza markets, but prices remain very high.
  • Many families, like Ghadeer Nassar’s, struggle to find money to buy food and basic items.
  • People have resorted to selling personal belongings or trading food to survive.
  • Shop owners face the challenge of customers wanting to buy on credit but not having money to pay later.
  • Food insecurity remains very high according to the United Nations and the World Food Programme.
  • Economic conditions in Gaza have worsened, with food prices more than doubling since before the war.
  • Reconstruction and economic recovery are delayed because Israel has not allowed rebuilding efforts to start fully.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Al Jazeera
Ukraine live: Russian strikes kill at least 15 in Kyiv and surrounding region

Ukraine live: Russian strikes kill at least 15 in Kyiv and surrounding region

August 05, 2026 • France24

Summary

Russian missile and drone strikes hit Kyiv and nearby areas, killing at least 15 people and wounding many others. These attacks are part of a recent increase in long-range assaults amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

Key Facts

  • At least 15 people died and dozens were injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv and its region overnight.
  • The Russian military targeted logistic hubs and supply centers in Kyiv, claiming they were used for military purposes.
  • Russian forces also struck three cargo ships near the Black Sea port of Odesa.
  • Russia has more than doubled its missile use in July compared to previous periods.
  • Recent attacks include missile strikes in the Moscow region causing casualties.
  • Ukrainian authorities and responders have been dealing with damage to warehouses and infrastructure.
  • The conflict involves frequent long-range missile and drone attacks by both sides.
  • The situation remains tense with ongoing military actions affecting civilians and logistics.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

France24
Australian teen who killed UK woman has reduced sentence overturned

Australian teen who killed UK woman has reduced sentence overturned

August 05, 2026 • BBC Top Stories

Summary

An Australian teenager who killed a British woman in Queensland had his reduced prison sentence overturned by Australia’s High Court. The court reinstated the original longer sentence after an appeal had previously shortened it.

Key Facts

  • Emma Lovell, a 41-year-old British woman living in Australia, was stabbed to death during a home invasion on Boxing Day 2022.
  • The attacker was a 17-year-old boy at the time, who was sentenced to 14 years in prison with 70% to be served in 2024.
  • An appeal reduced his sentence to 60%, but the High Court ruled this reduction was not allowed and restored the original sentence.
  • The case led to stricter youth crime laws in Queensland.
  • A second teenager involved was found not guilty of murder but received 18 months detention for burglary and assault.
  • Emma Lovell’s husband and family expressed relief after the High Court decision but said the anniversary of her death remains difficult.
  • Queensland’s Attorney-General and Premier supported the court ruling and emphasized justice for the Lovell family.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

BBC Top Stories
This organ will play one composition until 2640. It’s redefining how slowly music can be played

This organ will play one composition until 2640. It’s redefining how slowly music can be played

August 05, 2026 • AP News

Summary

A special organ in Halberstadt, Germany, is playing a single piece of music by composer John Cage very slowly and continuously since 2001. This performance is planned to last 639 years, ending in 2640, making it one of the longest concerts ever.

Key Facts

  • The organ plays John Cage’s "ORGAN²/ASLSP (As SLow aS Possible)" composition.
  • The music started on September 5, 2001, Cage’s 89th birthday.
  • The piece is scheduled to finish on September 4, 2640.
  • The composition includes very slow changes, sometimes one month or even years per note.
  • The performance takes place in the Burchardi Church in Halberstadt, Germany.
  • The organ uses an electric blower to produce continuous sound.
  • A recent chord change added a new note, marking about 4% completion of the whole project.
  • The project also helped restore the church building.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

AP News
Calls to ban ‘toxic’ pet flea treatments that harm UK wildlife and environment

Calls to ban ‘toxic’ pet flea treatments that harm UK wildlife and environment

August 05, 2026 • Guardian World

Summary

A UK parliamentary report recommends banning over-the-counter flea treatments for pets because they contain harmful chemicals that damage wildlife and the environment. These chemicals, found in popular spot-on treatments, have been detected in rivers and bird nests, showing they harm ecosystems beyond pets.

Key Facts

  • Flea treatments for cats and dogs often contain chemicals called imidacloprid and fipronil.
  • These chemicals are banned in pesticides in the UK and EU due to their toxicity to fish, bees, and other invertebrates.
  • Research found these chemicals in nearly half of water samples from nine Welsh rivers.
  • Songbirds use fur contaminated with these chemicals for nests, leading to more unhatched eggs and dead chicks.
  • The chemicals can break down into even more toxic substances, including harmful “forever chemicals” called PFAS.
  • The committee suggests banning sales of these treatments in pet shops and online but allowing vets to prescribe them when needed.
  • There are concerns about the pet medicine industry influencing how these treatments are regulated.
  • The British Veterinary Association supports the call for tailored advice to pet owners on using flea treatments safely.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Guardian World
Bangladesh Truth Seeker

Bangladesh Truth Seeker

August 05, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

Qadaruddin Shishir, a Bangladeshi journalist and fact-checker, investigates illegal killings and false information after protests that removed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 2024. He started an independent group to fight fake news and train new fact-checkers during Bangladesh’s political change.

Key Facts

  • Qadaruddin Shishir is a journalist and fact-checker from Bangladesh.
  • He studies extrajudicial killings, which are illegal killings without trial.
  • His work follows student-led protests that ended Sheikh Hasina’s government in 2024.
  • Bangladesh is undergoing a political transition with new leaders.
  • Shishir focuses on stopping false information spreading online.
  • He created an independent organisation for fact-checking.
  • The organisation also trains young people to check facts and fight misinformation.
  • His goal is to help protect democracy and rebuild trust in Bangladesh.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Al Jazeera
Explosions across Kyiv as Russian missiles strike Ukraine’s capital

Explosions across Kyiv as Russian missiles strike Ukraine’s capital

August 05, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Summary

Early Wednesday morning, Russian missiles hit multiple places in Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital. At least one person died, and buildings including a tall building and warehouses were damaged.

Key Facts

  • The attack involved Russian ballistic missiles.
  • The strikes happened across more than seven locations in Kyiv.
  • Damage occurred to a multi-storey building and warehouses.
  • Civilian infrastructure was also hit.
  • At least one person was killed in the attack.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

Al Jazeera
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis, charged with organizing the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur, is on trial

Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis, charged with organizing the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur, is on trial

August 05, 2026 • AP News

Summary

Duane “Keffe D” Davis is going on trial for organizing the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, nearly 30 years after the shooting. Davis faces a murder charge related to a gang and has pleaded not guilty. The trial will focus on whether Davis planned the attack, not on who actually fired the shots.

Key Facts

  • Duane “Keffe D” Davis is accused of organizing Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing.
  • Tupac Shakur died after a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996.
  • Shakur was shot while riding in a car with Marion “Suge” Knight, who survived.
  • Davis faces one charge: murder with a deadly weapon to assist a criminal gang.
  • Davis has been in jail since late 2023 and denies the charges.
  • The trial is expected to last about a month and aims to prove Davis was the person directing the attack.
  • Davis’ own statements and a book he wrote helped reopen the cold case.
  • Tupac’s family hopes the trial will bring truth and justice after many years.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

AP News
Tupac Shakur was killed in Las Vegas in 1996. Here’s who was there that night

Tupac Shakur was killed in Las Vegas in 1996. Here’s who was there that night

August 05, 2026 • AP News

Summary

Duane “Keffe D” Davis will go on trial for organizing the 1996 drive-by shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. Tupac, riding in a car with Marion “Suge” Knight, was shot and died a week later; Knight was wounded but survived.

Key Facts

  • Duane Davis was arrested in 2023 and pleaded not guilty; his trial starts August 10, 2026.
  • Tupac Shakur was shot on September 7, 1996, while a passenger in a BMW driven by Marion Knight.
  • A white Cadillac pulled alongside their car before the shooting occurred.
  • Tupac died a week after being shot at age 25; Knight survived with serious injuries.
  • The shooting is linked to a rivalry between rival gangs connected to East Coast and West Coast hip-hop scenes.
  • Davis has admitted to leading a Crips gang in Compton, California, and allegedly planned the attack.
  • Other people in Davis’s Cadillac with him that night are all deceased and were not charged.
  • Tupac was a highly influential rapper, actor, and activist with many awards and honors after his death.
Read the Original

Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original article.

AP News