Explosion at Russian military facility kills 2

Russia's Defense Ministry says an explosion occurred at a military facility in the northern region of Arkhangelsk, killing two people and injuring six.
Italian hydroponics farm bets on 'red gold'
The Italian tomato is prized around the world, but its reputation has soured in recent years over reports of mafia infiltration, slave labour and toxic fires that poison water sources.
3 civilians killed, 5 injured as irresponsible armed groups clash in N. Afghanistan
At least three civilians were killed and five others wounded following fighting erupted between two irresponsible armed groups----
U.S. oil imports up, exports down last week: EIA
U.S. crude oil imports increased, while exports decreased during the week ending Aug. 2, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) said Wednesday.
Samsung unveils premium-priced Galaxy Note 10
Samsung on Wednesday unveiled a new-generation Galaxy Note large-screen handset starting at $950 and said it will work closer with Microsoft so that services function better across its array of devices.
Pakistan downgrades ties with India in deepening Kashmir row
Pakistan downgraded its diplomatic ties with nuclear-armed rival India Wednesday---------
US, Turkey agree to set up safe zone in Syria
The United States and Turkey have agreed to set up a joint operation center in Turkey to coordinate and manage a planned safe zone in northern Syria.