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Today in History – Major Events on This Day

Today in History – Major Events on This Day

August 3, 2026

3 August 2026

Today in History - Major Events on This Day

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South Korea orders residents to evacuate after phosphorus leak

Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal

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Canada selects Germany's ThyssenKrupp to build submarine fleet

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

North Korean leader Kim observes weapons tests from new naval destroyer

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South Koreans try AI-generated videos of deceased loved ones

South Korea disputes US report against Seattle-based Coupang

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South Korean tech giants to build a $518 billion chipmaking hub

Chinese dissident recounts his perilous dinghy escape to South Korea

South Korea leaves World Cup in turmoil as exit prompts fierce criticism

South Korean court sentences ex-first lady Kim to 7 years

North Korea's Kim calls for 'deadly and destructive' military posture

North Korea claims progress on nuclear-armed navy

Leader of secretive South Korean church arrested

North Korean leader Kim emphasizes nuclear weapons needed

Former South Korean justice minister gets 25-year prison term

K-pop girl group TWICE attend pop-up event in Seoul

Starbucks Korea to close stores early for mandatory history training