Ashraf El Attar, a nurse at Gaza's European Hospital, reported that his wife and six children were killed in an attack on their home in Deir-al-Balah, central Gaza. The incident occurred early Sunday morning. El Attar survived with minor injuries. The victims included his wife, Hala Khattab, a teacher, their 15-year-old son, a one-year-old daughter, and four 10-year-old quadruplets. Israel has not specifically addressed this attack but has stated that its operations in Gaza target armed groups. The Israeli military claims it only strikes those involved in hostilities. El Attar described the loss as devastating, leaving him with nothing.

Tomiko Itooka, a 116-year-old Japanese woman from Ashiya, is set to be recognized as the world’s oldest person by Guinness World Records, according to the U.S.-based Gerontology Research Group. Born on May 23, 1908, Itooka is poised to receive the title following the death of 117-year-old Maria Branyas Morera from Spain earlier this week. Itooka, who once pursued mountaineering, will officially take the title as the world’s oldest person. She was born in the same year that saw the first long-distance radio transmission from the Eiffel Tower and the Wright Brothers' initial public flights.

Oprah Winfrey made a surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, delivering a speech on the third night of the event. Her speech supported Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz. Oprah highlighted the need for unity and compassion, stating that in emergencies, such as a house fire, people do not consider personal details like race or religion; instead, they focus on helping everyone involved. She used the example of rescuing a “childless cat lady” and her cat to underscore her point. Oprah’s unexpected visit energized the crowd and reinforced the convention’s message of inclusivity.

Divers have recovered five bodies from the wreck of the superyacht Bayesian, which sank off Sicily, Italy. The yacht went down after being hit by a tornado. So far, six deaths are confirmed, including the yacht's chef. British tech billionaire Mike Lynch and others remain missing. Search efforts are ongoing, with divers using advanced equipment to explore the wreck at 50 meters depth. The chances of finding survivors are slim, but search teams continue to look for air pockets inside the ship. The Bayesian had 22 people on board; 15 were rescued.

Donald Trump will hold his first outdoor rally since a recent assassination attempt. Scheduled for Wednesday in Asheboro, North Carolina, the event will take place at an aviation museum. Trump, 78, will speak behind bulletproof glass. This comes a month after an attack during a rally in Pennsylvania, which left one person dead. Despite Secret Service recommendations to avoid outdoor events, Trump aims to regain his rally dominance. The event will feature Trump and vice presidential pick J.D. Vance discussing national security. North Carolina is a key battleground state for the upcoming election.

Nineteen Afghan women have arrived in Edinburgh to complete their medical studies, which were halted when the Taliban took power. Their journey was made possible by a three-year campaign led by the parents of Linda Norgrove, a Scottish aid worker killed in Afghanistan in 2010. The Linda Norgrove Foundation worked with UK and Scottish officials to secure safe passage and student visas. These women, who had been confined to their homes in fear, will now attend four Scottish medical schools. They express hope that, by the time they qualify, it will be safe to return to Afghanistan.

Pakistan is experiencing a significant internet slowdown, disrupting businesses and daily life. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) blames the issue on damage to a submarine cable, expected to be fixed by August 28. The slowdown has caused frustration nationwide, with some speculating that a national firewall is being installed, which the PTA denies. The Lahore High Court is demanding clearer explanations, while the PTA also pointed to a major ISP error and VPN usage as contributing factors. Additionally, the PTA claimed Indian interference worsened the situation, though no evidence has been provided.

Farhan Asif, a 32-year-old freelance web developer from Lahore, Pakistan, has been charged with cyberterrorism for allegedly spreading false information that fueled widespread riots in the UK. The misinformation, shared on social media, falsely claimed that a UK-born knifeman involved in a fatal stabbing in Southport was an asylum seeker. This led to violent attacks on mosques and over one thousand arrests across England and Northern Ireland. Lahore police arrested Asif, who claims to have only reposted the content. The case has been handed over to the Federal Investigation Agency. British authorities have not yet requested Asif's extradition.

Londoners were surprised when a German Navy ship played the iconic Darth Vader theme, the Imperial March, while sailing down the Thames near Tower Bridge. The ship was in London for training and a supply stop when the music echoed across the river. A German Navy spokesperson told the BBC that the music had "no deeper message" and that the commander was free to choose the tunes played. The spectacle attracted attention from both Star Wars fans and curious onlookers, with many capturing the moment as the familiar melody filled the air over central London.

At the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Barack and Michelle Obama endorsed Kamala Harris while warning of a tight race against Donald Trump in the 2024 US presidential election. The former president emphasized that "it will be a fight" and stressed America's readiness for a "President Kamala Harris." Michelle Obama echoed her husband’s message, stating that Democrats must vote in overwhelming numbers. Both Obamas criticized Trump’s presidency, highlighting its "bluster and chaos." Despite Harris’s narrow lead in national polling, the race remains close in key swing states. The Obamas’ speeches aimed to energize the Democratic base.