He will be one of two local children to speak at the 2025 ceremony to commemorate 80 years since the A-bomb was dropped.

Archived version: archive.is/newest/straitstimes…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

In Hiroshima, a schoolboy keeps memories of war alive with guided tours​

He will be one of two local children to speak at the 2025 ceremony to commemorate 80 years since the A-bomb was dropped. Read more at straitstimes.com.

^ST

South Korea has experienced a record-breaking streak of ‘tropical nights’, while Japan saw its hottest day on record on Thursday

Archived version: archive.is/newest/theguardian.…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

Japan and South Korea reel from record-breaking heat

^{Justin McCurry (The Guardian)}

The Federal Reserve is leaving its key short-term interest rate unchanged for the fifth time this year, brushing off repeated calls from President Donald Trump for a cut.

https://apnews.com/article/federal-reserve-powell-trump-rates-99d90bab1ba2faa0fc5d4a6106125da7

An Australian appeals court has ruled against X Corp. in a legal battle with an online safety watchdog

Australian court rejects X Corp.'s appeal in child safety case, orders legal costs

^{Rod McGuirk (The Independent)}

Samsung has released its earnings for the second quarter of 2025. Operating profits took a big dip but division performance was mixed.

Samsung's profit nosedives again as chip division bleeds cash

^{Paul Hill (Neowin)}

"We're not exactly celebrating this, it's not a case that this is a good thing but it's probably the least bad option based on what we were facing a couple of days ago,” said Irish foreign minister Neale Richmond.

Archived version: archive.is/newest/euobserver.c…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

EU in a spin over its good, bad trade deal with Trump

^{Benjamin Fox (EUobserver)}

US President Donald Trump also signed an executive order that effectively implements the 50% tariff announced earlier this month, which he had explicitly linked to Bolsonaro's case.

Archived version: archive.is/newest/euronews.com…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

'Oppressive campaign of censorship'? US sanctions Brazil judge overseeing Bolsonaro case

^{Evelyn Ann-Marie Dom (Euronews.com)}

ABC News director Justin Stevens says the ABC relies on freelance journalists to tell the stories on the ground in Gaza as Israeli authorities continue to block access to the region.

Archived version: archive.is/newest/abc.net.au/n…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

ABC News

ABC News provides the latest news and headlines in Australia and around the world.

^{ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)}

Donald Trump announces deal with Pakistan to develop oil reserves, hints at potential oil sales to India in the future.

Archived version: archive.is/newest/thehindu.com…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

Ukraine has documented over 10,000 Russian chemical attacks and submitted evidence to The Hague, as pressure mounts for international action and accountability.

Archived version: archive.is/newest/kyivpost.com…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

PUBG is taking more cues from Fortnite.

PUBG’s plan to beat Fortnite, Roblox, and every other game

Krafton wants to turn PUBG into a “gameplay platform” with things like user-generated content, which sounds similar to Fortnite and Roblox.

^{Jay Peters (The Verge)}

Even Intel's B580 suffers from the same stuttering issue.

RDNA 4's Unreal Engine 4 ray-tracing stutters may not be AMD-specific

^{Aaron Klotz (Tom's Hardware)}

The Future Game Show at Gamescom will air on August 20.

Future Games Show announces hosts for Gamescom showcase — 'Metal Gear Solid' and 'Resident Evil' actors to present

^{The Editors of Tom's Hardware (Tom's Hardware)}

The discontinuation will happen in phases.

Dropbox is shutting down its password manager

Dropbox is discontinuing Dropbox Passwords on October 28th. The password manager will be shut down in phases.

^{Jay Peters (The Verge)}

23 in-unit employees are affected.

Layoffs hit CNET as its parent company goes on a buying spree

Media company Ziff Davis is laying off 15 percent of its unionized workforce, with the majority being from tech outlet CNET.

^{Mia Sato (The Verge)}

A potentially more authentic way to replay GoldenEye 007.

8BitDo’s wireless Nintendo 64 controller is now available

The 8BitDo 64 is a modern remake of the Nintendo 64 controller that adds Bluetooth but sticks to just one joystick.

^{Andrew Liszewski (The Verge)}

Google has fixed the bug, which it says affected only “a tiny fraction of websites.”

Google tool misused to scrub tech CEO’s shady past from search

Google has fixed the bug, which it says affected only “a tiny fraction of websites.”…

^{Ryan Whitwam (Ars Technica)}

Substack may be legitimizing neo-Nazis as “thought leaders,” researcher warns.

Substack’s “Nazi problem” won’t go away after push notification apology

^{Ashley Belanger (Ars Technica)}

TikTok's Community Notes-esque feature, "Footnotes," has begun rolling out to participants in the US pilot program.

TikTok's new "Footnotes" feature brings community fact-checking to US videos

TikTok's Community Notes-esque feature, "Footnotes," has begun rolling out to participants in the US pilot program.

^{David Uzondu (Neowin)}

Microsoft has released a new version of its Dragon voice model which sounds more natural, increasing the risk that it could be used maliciously.

Microsoft's new AI voice model could be a deepfake game changer

^{Paul Hill (Neowin)}

The developers are also required to submit proof that an authoritative third-party body has declared the app to be a "game of skill," the company proposed.

Google proposes to open Play Store to more real-money games in India | TechCrunch

^{Jagmeet Singh (TechCrunch)}

The lawsuits offer a closer look at the safety environment at SpaceX.

SpaceX faces two new lawsuits alleging safety‐related retaliation | TechCrunch

^{Aria Alamalhodaei (TechCrunch)}

The latest kerfuffle to stall flights in and out of Heathrow

Radar problem caused mayhem in UK skies on Wednesday

: The latest kerfuffle to stall flights in and out of Heathrow

^{Iain Thomson (The Register)}

Sophisticated group also used novel means to disguise their custom malware.

In search of riches, hackers plant 4G-enabled Raspberry Pi in bank network

^{Dan Goodin (Ars Technica)}

Few passengers are told they can opt out, and when they do, airport staff may push back

The TSA likes facial recognition at airports. Passengers and politicians, not so much

: Few passengers are told they can opt out, and when they do, airport staff may push back

^{Iain Thomson (The Register)}

Microsoft drew a profit of $27.2 billion in the last quarter of FY25, driven by demand for the cloud and AI. Overall, it recorded profits of over a hundred billion dollars in the entire fiscal year.

After laying off 9,000 employees , Microsoft records $27.2 billion profit in latest quarter

^{Usama Jawad (Neowin)}

Apple, Google, AI biggies, and for-profit insurance all eagerly rubbing their hands

Trump officials float plan for Americans to share their medical data more freely

: Apple, Google, AI biggies, and for-profit insurance all eagerly rubbing their hands

^{Neil McAllister (The Register)}

One of the most popular AI coding tools on the market added five million users in the last three months.

GitHub Copilot crosses 20 million all-time users | TechCrunch

^{Maxwell Zeff (TechCrunch)}

This Boss VS Boss will be the first in a series where we run a 1V1 tournament for all the Rogue Exiles from Path of Exile 2 to see who comes out on top! Each of the 12 Rogue Exiles will face off in a Best of Three Single Elimination Tournament, with the final three duking it out in a First to Three Wins Free for All. Check out the bracket below:

Check out the first three fights in today's video!

Video: Path of Exile 2: Boss VS Boss - The Rogue Exile Tournament Part 1

Did you predict the winners correctly?

3.26.0f Patch Notes

• Added support for the upcoming Gauntlet Event.

Patch Notes - 3.26.0f Patch Notes - Forum - Path of Exile

Path of Exile is a free online-only action RPG under development by Grinding Gear Games in New Zealand.

^{Path of Exile}

We're once again partnering with Zizaran for another 10-day Class Gauntlet event which will start on July 31st PDT. For the first time ever, this event will also be available on consoles! Racers will need to endure some of the most challenging conditions Wraeclast can throw at them in order to survive the Merciless Gauntlet.

Players participating in the console versions of the event will not be eligible for points or bounties from the PC version of the event.

The Event will take place in a Hardcore Solo Self-Found Mercenaries Event League with a range of dynamic damage and life mods as well as some other surprises... Good luck Exiles!

Information, Start Time and How to Join

The following modifiers will be active and apply to monsters and bosses:

Area Level 1-45

• 20% less Damage Taken
• 20% Increased Damage
• 10% Increased Attack, Cast and Movement Speed
• 2 Additional Projectiles
• 20% Elemental Penetration

Area Level 46-67

• 30% less Damage Taken
• 30% Increased Damage
• 30% Increased Attack, Cast and Movement Speed
• Monsters Have 100% Increased Area of Effect
• 30% Physical Damage as Extra Chaos

Area Level 68-72

• 20% less Damage Taken
• 20% Increased Damage
• 20% Increased Attack, Cast and Movement Speed

Area Level 73-77

• 25% less Damage Taken
• 25% Increased Damage
• 25% Increased Attack, Cast and Movement Speed

Area Level 78-83

• 30% less Damage Taken
• 30% Increased Damage
• 15% Increased Attack, Cast and Movement Speed

Area Level 84 (Excluding tier 17 maps)

• 150% Increased Unique Monster Life (from 100% last time)
• 40% Increased Damage
• Shaper Apparitions (instead of Sirus Apparitions)

Area Level 84 (Tier 17 only)

• No Additional Modifiers
• T17 bosses drop 5 fragments

Area Level 85+ (Uber Bosses)

• 60% Less Damage Taken (from 50% last time)
• 125% Increased Damage (from 100% last time)
• 40% Increased Attack, Cast and Movement Speed
• 3 Additional Projectiles
• Monsters have 50% Increased Area of Effect (from 30% last time)
• Shaper Apparitions (instead of Sirus Apparitions)
• Consume Additional Portal on Entry

The Gauntlet will be held as an Event League that is available to all players during the event by selecting the event in the left side of the character select screen.

Start time: 3PM July 31st PDT. The event will last for 10 days. A countdown is available here.

Mercenary Rule

Doryani's Prototype will be disabled from the Gauntlet. It cannot drop or be chanced.

Console Prizes

Everyone who defeats Hillock will receive a Gauntlet Glove Effect that will keep track of the highest level you reach in Gauntlet Events. If you manage to complete the campaign you'll also receive a Dawn of the Hunt Mystery Box!

The Merciless Gauntlet event on consoles is separate from the event on PC and not eligible for the PC prize pool.

Where to Watch

You can catch exciting moments from the event by checking out Zizaran's Youtube Channel for highlights!

Zizaran and Steelmage will also be joining forces to cast the Merciless Gauntlet this time. You can find out the schedule for this here.

Special thanks to community members Faderon, MrMadakey, Ultimativ, Skryah, OMGItsJousis and Viyro for their contributions to this event.

Good luck to all those participating!

Our Secrets of the Atlas Fan Art Competition, where our community creates Fan Art inspired by content introduced in the Secrets of the Atlas expansion for prizes, is ending soon. Check out some of the submissions in today's news post!

Zana by Powerlord4#1134

Shattered Memories by RxMediEvil#4307

Pure Dread by Charly0#0952

Incarnations by KenyVlwFlw#0018

Zana Corrupting Atlas by Seeint#7122

Entries close today, so this is your final chance to get your entry submitted. Good luck to everyone participating!

Mark Carney says the move depends on Palestinian democratic reforms and elections without Hamas.

Archived version: archive.is/20250730235751/bbc.…

Disclaimer: The article linked is from a single source with a single perspective. Make sure to cross-check information against multiple sources to get a comprehensive view on the situation.

Canada follows France and UK with plan to recognise Palestinian state

^{Nadine Yousif (BBC News)}

Under FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson’s leadership, the agency has pivoted away from reining in abusive corporate practices.

FTC Promotes Anti-Trans Agenda With “Public Inquiry” Into Gender-Affirming Care

^{Elizabeth Weill-Greenberg (Truthout)}

Parts of Fateh and Mamdani’s platforms would be difficult to execute without cooperation from their city councils.

If Mamdani and Fateh Become Mayors, Will Dem Elites Still Collude to Sink Them? | Truthout

^{Anton Woronczuk (Truthout)}

The sustained attention around the Epstein files lets us shine a light on the bipartisan architecture of impunity.

The Epstein Case Is Not a Distraction. It Shows How Elite Impunity is Sustained. | Truthout

^{Jocelyn Martinez-Rosales (Truthout)}