Diary

ISTANBUL (AA) — Here are the main topics Anadolu's English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023 (coverage may change depending on developing/ breaking stories):

BELGIUM

BRUSSELS - Commemoration events to be held across Europe to remember victims of Nazi genocide against Roma and Sinti people.

PORTUGAL

LISBON - Pope Francis to begin four-day visit to Portugal, where he will also take part in World Youth Day events.

CHINA

BEIJING - Following aftermath of heavy rains that left at least 20 people dead, 19 others missing in northern areas.

INDIA

NEW DELHI - Top court begins hearing petitions against removal of special status in Jammu and Kashmir.

US

WASHINGTON - Secretary of State Antony Blinken to deliver remarks at summit for young African leaders.

WASHINGTON - Attorneys for Adnan Syed to file brief with Maryland Supreme Court as they seek to overturn reinstatement of murder conviction connected to 1999 slaying of ex-girlfriend.

SPORTS

AUCKLAND, New Zealand - 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup to be followed.

SPECIAL REPORT

Extreme heat vs. summer holidays: Will we change our holiday seasons or favorite destinations?

By Nuran Erkul

LONDON (AA) — Climate change affects many sectors, but tourism is especially vulnerable as it depends on demand. Will tourists choose cooler destinations or stick with warmer ones that adapt to extreme weather?

SPECIAL REPORT

All quiet on Poland's eastern front

By Jo Harper

TERESPOL (AA) — Poles living along the border with Belarus — a mere two-and-a-half-hour drive east of the Polish capital, Warsaw — are playing down the arrival of Russian mercenaries on their doorstep.