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- League Cup — Tuesday’s 1st Aug fixtures
- FIFA president Infantino cancels controversial World Cup investment plan
- Beavers assist Indian Point Volunteer Fire Department with dry hydrant installation
- U.S. and Israel plan airstrikes on energy targets in Iran, sources say
- US conducts heavy air strikes on Iran in response to attacks on bases
- Wildfire prompts evacuation alerts and major response in Aspropyrgos
- FIFA COO Kevin Lamour claims staff misled about Infantino’s World Cup plan
- Canada and allies warn of insider threat from North Korean IT workers
Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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League Cup — Tuesday’s 1st Aug fixtures
August 1, 2026
1:00 am
Today’s matches include League Cup, Scottish Premiership, and MLS. League Cup | Scottish Premiership | MLS League Cup Matchday 1
FIFA president Infantino cancels controversial World Cup investment plan
August 1, 2026
12:26 am
FIFA has abandoned its proposal to sell a 20% stake in a new unit managing World Cup events, intended to raise $4.2 billion, following significant opposition from member associations, particularly UEFA. President Gianni Infantino acknowledged the divisions the plan caused and confirmed the project’s discontinuation.
Beavers assist Indian Point Volunteer Fire Department with dry hydrant installation
August 1, 2026
12:00 am
The Indian Point Volunteer Fire Department is set to install a dry fire hydrant, a goal since its establishment in 1955. A group of beavers is assisting with this initiative, highlighting the unexpected contributions of local wildlife to community efforts.
U.S. and Israel plan airstrikes on energy targets in Iran, sources say
July 31, 2026
10:00 pm
The United States and Israel are coordinating a potential bombing campaign targeting energy infrastructure in Iran, with strikes expected over the weekend. Sources indicate President Trump has yet to issue final orders, amid concerns regarding economic impacts and discussions of military options with Israeli officials.
US conducts heavy air strikes on Iran in response to attacks on bases
July 31, 2026
9:00 pm
US conducts extensive airstrikes on Iran in response to attacks on its bases, targeting military sites and marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Wildfire prompts evacuation alerts and major response in Aspropyrgos
July 31, 2026
7:00 pm
A wildfire has erupted near Aspropyrgos, west of Athens, prompting immediate evacuation alerts and a substantial firefighting response. As of now, 108 firefighters and various aircraft are tackling the blaze on Mount Poikilo, amid a high risk of wildfires classified as Category 4.
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