As the Democratic National Convention kicks off, Kamala Harris holds a four-point lead over Donald Trump in the latest Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll. Harris leads with forty-nine percent, while Trump trails at forty-five percent. When third-party candidates are included, Harris is at forty-seven percent, Trump at forty-four percent, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at five percent. This narrow lead offers a boost to Democrats following Joe Biden’s exit from the race. The convention will see key figures, including Barack Obama and Joe Biden, endorsing Harris as she officially accepts her nomination.

Ukraine’s air force has attacked a second bridge in Russia’s Kursk region, targeting the Zvannoe bridge over the Seym River. This follows an earlier strike on a bridge over the same river. The Ukrainian air force aims to disrupt Russian supply lines and reinforcements. Air force commander Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk confirmed the attack, emphasizing its impact on Russian logistics. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised the operation’s success, urging allies to accelerate military aid. Ukraine continues to press its offensive despite ongoing support issues and recent denial of a German aid reduction.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Israel to push for a ceasefire and hostage-release agreement in Gaza. This marks his ninth visit since the conflict began in October. The US recently proposed a revised plan to address differences between Israel and Hamas. Key issues include the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza, a point of contention for Hamas. Despite past optimism, progress remains uncertain, with Hamas criticizing the proposals as inadequate. Israeli airstrikes continue in Gaza, resulting in casualties, while the humanitarian situation remains dire.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko stated that Ukraine has stationed over one hundred twenty thousand troops along the Belarus border. Lukashenko, an ally of Russia's Vladimir Putin, reported deploying one-third of Belarus's armed forces in response. This comes as Ukraine intensifies its incursion into Russia's Kursk region, where Ukrainian forces recently struck a bridge, aiming to disrupt Russian military operations. Ukrainian drones also attacked an oil storage facility in Russia's Rostov region. Meanwhile, the International Atomic Energy Agency warned that safety concerns at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant are worsening amid ongoing military activity.

Donald Trump’s decision to use bulletproof glass at his upcoming campaign rallies has sparked a wave of online humor. The former U.S. president adopted heightened security measures after surviving an assassination attempt on July 13. However, images of Trump behind the bulletproof shield have led to a flurry of memes and jokes on social media. Users have compared him to characters from "Star Wars" and "Scooby-Doo," with one person quipping that Trump "looks like they froze him in an ice cube." Despite the mockery, the security measures are set to continue.

A Ferris wheel caught fire at the Highfield Festival in Leipzig, Germany, injuring over thirty people on Saturday night. The blaze began in one passenger car, spreading to another, with four people suffering burns and one falling from the ride. Most injuries were due to smoke inhalation, with two individuals seriously hurt. The incident caused panic among festival-goers as the wheel continued turning while aflame. German rapper Ski Aggu was performing during the fire but was instructed to continue to avoid mass panic. The festival continued after cordoning off the Ferris wheel.

The UK Home Office has announced a new initiative to combat extremist ideologies following recent riots across the country. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper revealed plans for a "rapid sprint" to develop a counter-extremism strategy addressing both Islamist and far-right extremism, as well as other harmful ideologies. This move aims to respond to the surge in extremist activities and violence, including recent anti-immigration riots. The strategy will involve continuous monitoring and analysis of extremist trends to enhance government responses and ensure community safety.

Royal expert Mike Parry has claimed that Meghan Markle is isolating Prince Harry and predicts the Duke of Sussex may return to the UK within two years. Speaking to GB News, Parry suggested that Meghan's ambitions, including potential political aspirations, are driving a wedge between the couple. He referred to their current tour of Colombia, stating it appears to be centered around "Queen Meghan." The couple is in Colombia at the invitation of Vice President Francia Marquez to promote mental health and combat cyberbullying. Parry expressed sympathy for Harry, implying he may be reevaluating his decisions since leaving the UK.

Bangladesh reopened all educational institutions on Sunday after a month-long closure following student-led protests that resulted in the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The closures, which began on July 17, were implemented to ensure student safety during clashes over the job quota system. Schools, colleges, and universities resumed classes under a directive from the Ministry of Education, with many students seen returning in uniform. Traffic congestion was reported across Dhaka as schools reopened. Public university classes, suspended since July 1 due to a teachers' strike, also resumed. Postponed HSC exams will now begin on September 11.

At least 50 rockets were fired by Hezbollah from southern Lebanon towards northern Israel in retaliation for an Israeli airstrike on Nabatieh. The strike on Friday targeted a house and warehouse, killing ten, including two children and their mother, and injuring five. The Israeli military claimed it was a missile depot, but locals insist it was a metal factory with no political ties. Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashem reports that the killings are likely to escalate tensions in the region and jeopardize ongoing efforts to prevent a broader conflict. Attempts to de-escalate the situation continue amid rising hostilities.