Ukraine now capable of producing its own 155mm artillery and shells, reducing dependency on foreign supplies in conflict with Russia (Forbes)

Vietnam: Search efforts ongoing at collapsed Phong Châu Bridge, with divers responding to reports of missing persons (Nguyen Ngoc TV)

Wagner military group's base in Russia's Krasnodar region “accidentally” catches fire (Kanal13)

Severe weather causes landslides in Sơn La (Vietnam), emergency declared in 4 northern provinces (KHỎE TỰ NHIÊN)

Japanese fighter jets fire flares at Russian aircraft for first time ever, warning Russian spy plane to leave its airspace (The Guardian)

Over 250 Chinese ships cluster near Philippines, raising tensions; China reveals new “secret super ship” capable of launching drone swarms (BNC Now)

Flights to resume from Argentina to Falkland Islands as relations between Argentina and UK ease following foreign secretaries’ meeting at UN General Assembly [New York City, US] (The Telegraph)

Nine countries support Taiwan’s inclusion in joint letter to the UN. Developments in Vietnam-US relations also discussed at UN General Assembly meeting (Đại Kỷ Nguyên)

California [US] quarantines 40 dairy operations amid H5N1 bird flu outbreak in cows (Silicon Valley)

Studies show COVID-19 virus is evolving resistance to antiviral treatments nirmatrelvir and remdesivir (Newsweek)

Horse diagnosed with West Nile virus in Jefferson County [New York, US], where a human case was detected earlier this year (WWNY)

Memory loss isn’t the only sign of dementia – Experts highlight lesser-known signs of age-related cognitive decline: financial issues, sleep problems, personality changes, driving difficulties, loss of smell (The New York Times)

American cancer doctor links high-fructose corn syrup and emulsifiers to US colon cancer crisis (Daily Mail)

Study identifies 200 potential breast cancer-causing chemicals in food packaging materials, highlighting prevention opportunities (MedicalXpress)

US government study: Watercress declared most nutritious vegetable, topping nutrient density charts for its incredible vitamin and mineral content (Plant Based News)

Uppsala University [Sweden] study: Playing popular video game Tetris can lessen flashbacks for people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder [PTSD] (The Optimist Daily)

Aerial photos reveal devastating drought impact on Amazon, with Negro River falling to historic lows (The Independent)

Heavy rain causes flooding across England, swamping homes and disrupting transportation (The Times and The Sunday Times)

Europe saw its warmest summer on record in 2024, with “stark contrasts” in weather as northwestern part of continent was cooler and wetter than usual (Belfast Live)

“Chronically submerged”: Nearly one billion people live in low-lying coastal areas that are increasingly vulnerable due to climate change, including many of Europe’s overseas regions (Euronews)

Britain experiences tropical rain while Amazon River dries up, highlighting climate change’s global impact (The Guardian)

US study: Heat-related deaths to soar without stronger climate action, with older adults and ethnic minorities most at-risk (News Medical)

“A warmer, sicker world”: Mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases are on an unstoppable march across the US (BBC)

Thrifty farmers in Bangladesh grow pumpkins in sand: Thanks to innovative sandbar cropping method, squashes and other crops are thriving on land that’s otherwise considered useless, helping thousands of poor families (Reason To Be Cheerful)

UK conservationists highlight importance of coastal saltmarsh for carbon storage, flood prevention, and wildlife preservation (The Independent)

London [UK] Design Festival showcases “Vert,” a simple wooden scaffold enabling rapid urban greening and cooling in concrete areas (Good News Network)

Astronomers detect largest-ever pair of plasma jets from gigantic black hole, spanning 23 million light-years from end-to-end (The Guardian)

Madagascar expedition rediscovers giant millipede lost to science for a century, plus 20 new species (Good News Network)

Barcelona [Spain]: Researchers develop sustainable solar energy storage batteries that don’t overheat, advancing clean energy solutions (Euronews)

Princeton University [New Jersey, US]: Human-bone-inspired cement with tubular design is 5 times tougher/more damage-resistant than concrete (Interesting Engineering)

Scientists recommend taking tech-free breaks outside, cloud gazing, and engaging outdoor walks for nature-focused relaxation (The Optimist Daily)

Uplifting quote of the day: “When calculations become complex and Infinity is obscured, then will be remembered anew the simplest principle: from heart to heart—such is the law of fraternity, community, fellowship.” – The Venerated Master Morya [vegetarian] (Wikiquote)

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