UK nurses report collapses as extreme heat strains hospitals
The Royal College of Nursing says staff have fainted or become ill in overheated workplaces as England faces another amber heat warning and temperatures forecast around 36C.
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Soil fungus shows promise against destructive African armyworm
South African research indicates a naturally occurring soil fungus could help control mature African armyworms, though further testing is needed before farmers can use it as a treatment.
Germany’s Cabinet Backs Broader Cyber and Surveillance Powers for Spy Agencies
Germany’s cabinet approved a draft law expanding intelligence agencies’ cyber, surveillance and data powers, while adding oversight and drawing civil-liberties objections.
Death Toll Rises to 44 After Ferry Capsizes on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba
Zimbabwean police said at least 44 people died after an overloaded ferry capsized on Lake Kariba, while rescuers continued searching amid uncertainty over how many passengers were aboard.
Thailand suspends new gun licences after school shooting kills nine
Thailand’s government has halted issuance of licences to possess, buy and carry firearms after a 14-year-old killed eight people before taking his own life.
Southern Lebanon firefighters accuse Israeli forces of sparking wildfires
Firefighters, residents and environmental groups in southern Lebanon say Israeli flares, munitions and drones have ignited repeated fires since the June 17 ceasefire; the Israeli military did not respond to questions cited by The Guardian.
ICE plans up to $20 million purchase of electric-shock gloves
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to spend up to $20 million on gloves that can administer electric shocks, according to a Department of Homeland Security notice published on August 10, 2026.
Evacuations ordered as Timber fire threatens California’s Big Sur
The Timber fire grew to about 2,000 acres by August 11, prompting evacuations and road restrictions along California’s Big Sur coast as nearly 500 personnel worked the blaze.