TODAY’s brief, Friday, July 29
President Barack Obama hugs Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton after addressing the delegates during the third day session of the Democratic National Convention. Photo: AP
Hillary Clinton to speak at the DNC
Hillary Clinton will take national stage on the final day of Democratic National Convention early Friday morning to formally accept her party’s nomination. In a stirring valedictory speech on Thursday, US President Barack Obama had hailed Ms Clinton as his rightful heir.
Turkey continues post-coup purge
A new decree issued by the Turkish government ordering the closure of scores of media organisations kicks in, as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government continues its crackdown in the wake of a failed coup attempt earlier this month. Three news agencies, 16 television channels, 23 radio stations, 45 daily newspapers, 15 magazines and 29 publishing houses have reportedly been ordered to shut down. A total of 1,684 members of the armed forces, including 127 generals and 32 admirals have also been dismissed, according to the decree.
Weather forecast
Thundery showers over many areas in the late morning and early afternoon. Temperatures are expected to range between 24°C to 32°C.
