World in pictures, July 8, 2026

July 2026 celestial calendar: When to see the Moon, planets and meteor showers

July 2026 celestial calendar: When to see the Moon, planets and meteor showers

General : Temasya Orang Kedah 2026 Eyes Massive Visitor Turnout

ALOR SETAR, July 13 (Bernama) -- Temasya Orang Kedah (TOK) 2026 is expected to once again emerge as a major tourism draw, targeting hundreds of thousands of visitors from within and outside the country throughout its four-day run from July 30 to Aug 2 at Stadium Darul Aman here.

Curiosity Blog, Sols 4927–4933: Let’s Drive to That Smooth Area

By Susanne P. Schwenzer, Professor of Planetary Mineralogy at The Open University, UK Earth planning date: Thursday, June 18, 2026 In the area Curiosity is currently exploring, the science team has mapped several areas with different-looking surface texture on the orbital images. If you wanted to have a look yourself at what there is to []

S. Korea to showcase national heritage on sidelines of Busan UNESCO session

SEOUL, July 7 (Yonhap) -- The upcoming UNESCO World Heritage Committee session i...

When is the next solar eclipse in the US?

When is the next solar eclipse in the US?

Mallorca solar eclipse 2026: Best viewing areas and what to know

On Wednesday August 12 2026, Mallorca will become one of the few places in Europe to witness a total solar []

Walt Disney World Confirms 2026 Extended Holiday Season Schedule

Walt Disney World has confirmed the dates for the Disney World 2026 holiday season. The holiday period will run from November 13, 2026, through January 6, 2027, across all theme parks and resort areas. All four theme parks participate in the holiday season with seasonal décor and entertainment, with three of the parties already advertising [] The post Walt Disney World Confirms 2026 Extended Holiday Season Schedule appeared first on That Park Place.

Photo Flash | U.S., Iran to hold indirect talks in Doha on Wednesday -- media

(260701) -- DOHA, July 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 30, 2026 shows a view of the skyline at the West Bay district in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Nikku/Xinhua)

Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US

I was really looking forward to July 4, and not just because I love a poolside barbecue. This year the American holiday also marked a big symbolic deadline for US nuclear power. Last year the Trump administration set a goal to see three new microreactors achieve criticality, a technical milestone establishing that a reactor can

Disney Fan Recreates His Favorite EPCOT Attraction on ‘Tiny’ Balcony — Catching the Attention of the Ride’s Original Narrator (Exclusive)

Brandon Shahniani’s custom “Expoterrace” balcony, inspired by Disney World’s Living with the Land attraction, went viral in a June 27 TikTok

Pesona fotografi matahari terbenam

Baru-baru ini, Bukit Ampang di Selangor menjadi tumpuan masyarakat awam serta para pengamal fotografi bagi merakam detik fenomena matahari terbenam yang berada tepat di tengah-tengah Menara Berkembar Petronas (KLCC). Fenomena itu lazimnya berlaku antara bulan Mei hingga Jun, berikutan kedudukan matahari terbenam yang sejajar dengan struktur mercu tanda ikonik berkenaan. Fotografi landskap merakam ruang dunia ... Read more The post Pesona fotografi matahari terbenam appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Massachusetts Fourth of July Guide 2026 Fireworks, Parades, Festivals, and Family Events Across the Commonwealth

Plan your Massachusetts Fourth of July 2026 now with our full guide to fireworks, parades, festivals, and family events across the Commonwealth before the best spots and tickets are gone.

Majestic!: PM Modi shares breathtaking Prambanan Temple aerial footage

En route from Yogyakarta to the nearly 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple complex, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a spectacular aerial view from his helicopter, describing the monument as majestic as he approached the UNESCO World Heritage Site alongside Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday.

Rare total solar eclipse to cross North Atlantic and Europe in August 2026

Washington, June 21 (SANA) A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, in a rare astronomical event visible across parts of the Northern Hemisphere, including Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, the Atlantic Ocean and northern Spain, NASA said. According to the U.S. space agency, the Moon will completely cover the Sun along a narrow []

Forbes Middle East Building The Future Summit to take place in Abu Dhabi on June 23–24

Forbes Middle East Building The Future Summit to take place in Abu Dhabi on June 23–24

TUESDAY, July 14, 2026

TUESDAY, July 14, 2026

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi & Ronaldo lead charge as football's new kings hunt glory

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22 (ANI): The FIFA World Cup serves up a blockbuster matchday as football's greatest icons and its brightest modern stars take centre stage within the span of 24 hours. While Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo continue their pursuit of one final World Cup triumph, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland represent the new generation determined to seize the game's biggest stage, accordi

Exhibition on Nanjing, China brings to life vivid memory of history

Kathmandu, July 7: An exhibition titled My Nanjing: A River of Memory Flowing Through Us Toward the Sea of the Future...

Google Pixel 11 release date and everything you should know

The Made by Google 2026 event will take place on August 12, 2026, and will bring the Pixel 11 series into the spotlight.

What’s New at the National Air and Space Museum? A Lot.

Been to the National Air and Space Museum before? It might be time for a return visit. The museum will open five new and renovated galleries on July 1 as part of its 50th anniversary celebration and transformation project. “We celebrate the nation’s remarkable achievements in aviation and space exploration every day,” Chris Browne, the [] The post What’s New at the National Air and Space Museum? A Lot. first appeared on Washingtonian.

15 Space Exploration Milestones That Define the Science Agenda for 2026

Fifteen space exploration milestones shaping the science agenda in 2026, from the first crewed lunar flyby in 53 years to new telescopes, sample return missions, and commercial lunar landers. The post 15 Space Exploration Milestones That Define the Science Agenda for 2026 first appeared on DailyGenius.com.

Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on July 6

See the Moon phase expected for July 6, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

Temperatures cooling Thursday with below normal highs this weekend

Meteorologist Henry DiCarlo has KTLA's forecast on June 25, 2026. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Sharing Christ at the World Cup: Atlanta Catholics turn global sporting event into mission field

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking place from June 11 to July 19 in cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. [...]

The 7 Full Moons Left in 2026, Including a Partial Eclipse and Two Supermoons

The first half of 2026 had its share of lunar highlights, including a blood moon eclipse in March and three micromoons in a row through spring. Seven full moons remain before the year closes out, and some of them are just as awesome. Here are all seven remaining full moons of 2026, according to timeanddate.com: []

July 2026 night sky guide: When and where to see the Buck Moon, Milky Way, Venus and the first Perseid meteors

July 2026 offers one of the year's best stargazing windows, featuring the Full Buck Moon, Venus, Mars, the Milky Way and the start of meteor season.

4th of July 2026: Surprising Facts for America 250, Fireworks and Celebration Guide

America's 250th birthday arrives July 4, 2026, with record travel, a heat dome, and dueling America250/Freedom 250 celebrations. From a July 3 Times Square countdown to tall ships in New York and fireworks at the Lincoln Memorial, here's what's surprising, what's planned nationwide and how to stay safe amid heat and drought-related fireworks bans.

All the Celebrities Cheering on Global Soccer at the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup is officially here— and the stars are stepping out to root for their favorite teams. The global soccer tournament will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the qualifying teams competing in matchups throughout the three countries this summer ahead of the championship game at MetLife Stadium in []

WILDING! Tabs, Fri., June 26, 2026

Morning news roundup! Things to read!

Pix of the Day, 7 July 2026

Pix of the Day, 7 July 2026