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Today in History - Major Events on This Day

Today in History - Major Events on This Day

2 August 2026

2 August 2026

Today in History - Major Events on This Day

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Rape case against British entertainer Yung Filly heading to jury

Spearfisher killed in Australia's third fatal shark attack in 4 weeks

$16.7 Million Boost to Put More WA Police on the Frontline

The Liberal Party's long resistance to reform has left it fighting for life

Trump orders halt to Iran strikes after deal to end Iran war

WA launches Foster and Grand Carer Gold Card to ease cost-of-living pressures

$4.6 million to expand AI platform helping reduce teacher workload

Billions committed to keep WA economy leading the nation

More than 80% of kids still using social media despite ban

Ukrainian drones kill 5 in Russia and set fire to Wildberries warehouse

Record $9.1 Billion Health Boost to Expand WA Hospital Capacity and Service

Wheatbelt to Benefit from Major Cost-of-Living and Infrastructure Funding

WA Expands Strategic Diesel Reserve to 20 Million Litres

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Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal

Ningaloo Adventure Vouchers launched to boost Coral Coast recovery

13-year-old swims for hours to save family swept out to sea

Sons of Virginia Giuffre seek control of her estate

Can Australia's newest bank give the 'big four' some real competition?

Iran's leaders show united front over the war but are divided over goal

Australian police seize guns from sovereign citizens

Australia to overhaul telecommunications after Optus emergency call failure

WA Introduces 'Post and Boast' Laws

Australia now faces a devastating bird flu outbreak in wildlife

Why immigration remains strong for Trump among Republicans, according to poll

University of Western Australia Hit by Major Data Breach

WA Businesses Reeling After Wrongful Facebook Ban

British tourist pleads guilty to killing a man while drunk driving an e-scooter

For the first time, the census will ask your sexual orientation

US stocks rally to finish a wild July as Amazon soars

Tourist Found Alive After 12 days in Outback

Australia's fuel discount is ending. What does this mean for petrol prices?

A reluctant Albanese is under pressure over telehealth for VAD

Mobile lung screening for Australia's remote Aboriginal communities

Trump frequently announces he's halting strikes in Iran. But they keep happening

Australian jury convicts British entertainer Yung Filly of assault as he weeps

Australian watchdog files legal action against Telegram

A 150-year-overdue book resurfaces in an Australian library

Ben Carroll is the new Victorian premier. He has a long to‑do list.

Senate leaders reach funding deal to avoid shutdown during campaign season

Starting a business with AI? There are legal risks you can't afford to ignore

'Big Build' corruption allegations brought down the Victorian premier

Editorials from The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal and others

Ken Martin hunkers down at the Democratic National Committee as a storm gathers

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Brazil's Lula launches reelection bid as concerns rise over foreign interference

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Dry summers put Dutch dikes at risk and threaten German river trade

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' nets second best opening ever with $355 million

Hundreds of thousands line Amsterdam canals for annual Pride boat parade