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politics
Trump administration mislabels African countries in slideshow at AIDS conference
The State Department said a staffer hastily arranged the map but did not apologise to its African partners at the event A screen shows a US government map of Africa with mislabelled countries during a…
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politics
UN launches hunt for next chief amid rising challenges
Antonio Guterres’s successor will be tasked with revitalising an organisation in crisis and facing pressure to reform.
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MP Diane Abbott readmitted into Labour Party after suspension
The long-serving MP apologises for past comments and says she has been issued with a "formal warning".
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politics
Toronto police investigating after 2 children struck by vehicle in North York
Toronto police are investigating after they say two children were struck by a vehicle in North York just after 4 p.m. Thursday afternoon.
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Man arrested on suspicion of smashing Channel 12 office entrance, leaving death threat
Note left at top news channel said 'someone will die' if network doesn't apologize for reporting on Palestinian detainee's alleged sexual assault by Israeli guards
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Hundreds of migrants flood into Spain's Ceuta exclave from Morocco
Spain's military will help secure the border as more migrants try to reach the territory by sea, with nine people confirmed dead.
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technology
From 617 to 2,000 in 2025, Indians deported from US triple since 2023
Four hundred fourteen Indians faced deportation from the US by March 2026. Deportations from the US significantly increased from 2023 to 2025. The United Kingdom and Cyprus also deported Indians, with…
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Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes Exits Race for Wisconsin Governor
With a democratic socialist, Francesca Hong, leading in polls, former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes said he was ending his campaign in the closely divided state.
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sports
Glasgow Commonwealth Games: Gold and records for Fiji's weightlifter Rainibogi
Fiji's Taniela Rainibogi has a gold medal in the men's 110 kilogram weightlifting at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
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politics
Francesca Hong ‘undecided’ on seeking endorsement from Mandela Barnes after he suspends campaign
Gubernatorial candidate state Rep. Francesca Hong (D-Wis.) joins Meet the Press NOW after former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes suspends his campaign. Hong also discusses her path forward to the Democratic…
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Execution Nation
The United States is an outlier in the West. We look at why the country clings to the death penalty.
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Houthis, Iraqi militias coordinated Saudi attacks from Iraq, officials say
Saudi and regional assessments say the Houthis worked with Iraqi armed groups to strike the kingdom, highlighting deeper coordination within Iran’s regional axis.
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End Jew Hatred petition New York Governor Hochul to remove Mamdani over Manhattan stabbings
Central to the petition's grievances are accusations about equal protection and hate crimes, noting that the mayor revoked the city's antisemitism framework on his first day and didn't replace it.
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Iranian Christian dissident denied right to stay in Israel with Israeli wife, child - interview
"Everything inside me began to change. I started thinking: maybe the people they hung from cranes were innocent too, like us. Maybe the people whose hands they cut off were also innocent."
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Former ambassador Herzog warns Israel’s influence in Washington has diminished sharply under Trump
"I feel... that the level of intimacy in the relationship has been damaged. Israel’s influence on decision-making in the US has diminished greatly," former ambassador to the US Mike Herzog said.
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Russian missile lands in Poland as NATO monitors risk of Ukraine war spillover
Donald Tusk said the missile posed no direct threat and would have been intercepted had it continued flying, as NATO pledged to defend allied territory.
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entertainment
As Larry the cat welcomes yet another prime minister, an expert explains how pets adapt to change
Larry, the Downing Street cat, has had to adapt to seven different prime ministers moving into No 10 over the past decade. Yet while the nation’s attention is fixed on the departing and incoming…
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politics
Live updates: Trump suggests he may pull Blanche nomination with it in Senate limbo
President Trump on Thursday suggested he may withdraw his nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to the permanent role, with opposition keeping it from advancing out of a Senate committee…
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Iran's regime pays them to shoot. What happens when the money runs out? - opinion
The Islamic Republic has survived the hatred of millions. It may not survive the moment its own forces conclude that obedience is more dangerous than defection.
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politics
Ossoff reelection bid, 5 House seats move toward Democrats: Sabato's Crystal Ball
A leading election handicapper has revised its projections for several major congressional races, including Democratic Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff's reelection bid and five House races that it now…
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entertainment
Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy jury hearing from first responders from day 3 kids died
Lindsay Clancy is facing three first-degree murder charges, accused of killing her children in her Duxbury, Massachusetts, home in 2023. Follow along during Day 3 of testimony for live updates.
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science
Portland Row pitch saved from development following Kellie Harrington-backed campaign
Jim Sheridan, Troy Parrott and Olivia O’Toole also called for the preservation of recreational area in Dublin city centre
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politics
European nations to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with investment plan
Uefa's 55 member associations vote to boycott the World Cup if Fifa proceeds with its plan to sell stakes in its competitions.
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politics
Canada’s government needs a better role in disaster preparedness
This summer, Canada is once again on fire. Thousands have been evacuated. Smoke drifting south is exacerbating tensions between Canada and the U.S. government. And things are likely to get worse. The…
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business
Amazon's Zoox to begin charging for rides in Las Vegas after clearing NHTSA hurdle
The exemption allows Zoox to operate up to 2,500 vehicles annually for two years, subject to "enhanced, adaptable" oversight conditions.
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politics
Trump floats pulling Blanche's AG nomination until after GOP holdouts leave office
The Senate Judiciary Committee, which includes Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, postponed a vote on advancing Todd Blanche's AG nomination.
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politics
US denies that IRGC destroyed three F-35s, after Iran claims it killed US soldiers -report
The IRGC said that the attack was in retaliation for strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island on Wednesday evening.
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business
How Sawan Powers Rs 1.5 Lakh Crore Local Micro-Economy In India
Behind Sawan's rituals lies a thriving seasonal economy, with temple markets, sweet shops, and small vendors seeing soaring sales.
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politics
Trump floats temporarily withdrawing Blanche's AG nomination over GOP holdouts
Republican Sen. John Cornyn continues to block Todd Blanche's path to confirmation as attorney general, telling reporters Thursday there were "new complications."
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business
When will fusion power startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems go public?
There are fresh signs that fusion power startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems will list in the next two to three years.
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business
Uncertainty shrouds Blanche’s nomination to be Trump’s next attorney general as key Republicans postpone vote – live
Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis had demanded further assurances about the settlement of Trump’s lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service Sign up for the US Breaking News email The US economy…
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politics
Battle against monster wildfire in France boosted by improving weather
George and Amal Clooney are among thousands of residents in southwest France still displaced by a massive wildfire, but crews are gaining control.
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entertainment
The New Friend AI Pendant Can Now Talk Back to You
Avi Schiffmann has a new version of his controversial AI companion. It’s more expensive, and you can’t change its personality.
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politics
Katz boasts of ending administrative detention for Jews, increasing its use against Arabs
Speaking at right-wing conference, defense minister also touts IDF demolition of 24 historic villages in southern Lebanon, which included '15,000 to 20,000 homes'
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entertainment
This week on "Sunday Morning": The Money Issue (Aug. 2)
This week Jane Pauley hosts "The Money Issue," our annual special broadcast dedicated to the many ways in which money underscores the way we live.
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Soldiers stage mass walk-out at southern IDF base after row with their commander
Official says 'Serious disciplinary incident' unfolded after battalion commander destroyed decorative signs soldiers from Givati Battalion's Tzabar Brigade had put up at Sde Teiman
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politics
E20 Row Reaches Delhi Civic Body, AAP Members Climb Benches, Raise Slogans
Several AAP councillors stood on benches, clapped in protest and entered the Well of the House while opposing the Centre's E20 petrol policy.
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politics
Spain’s enclave Ceuta raises alarm as thousands cross border from Morocco
Estimates suggest up to 2,000 have entered the Spanish territory in recent days in an attempt to reach Europe.
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politics
Republicans delay vote on Trump’s US attorney general pick amid concerns
Senate committee postpones vote as key Republican says he has not received information on 'anti-weaponisation' fund.
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politics
Most say they wouldn't back democratic socialist presidential candidate: Survey
Most Americans say they wouldn’t support a democratic socialist presidential candidate, according to a new poll. In The Washington Post/Ipsos poll, 55 percent of respondents said they wouldn’t…
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entertainment
Red Cross declares second-ever 'blood supply crisis' as healthcare providers deal with shortage
Earlier this week, the Red Cross said it had less than a one-day supply of type O positive blood, which is "the most commonly transfused blood type."
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politics
Ontario wildfire situation moving in ‘reassuring direction’ despite heat
The Ontario government says the wildfire situation is currently moving in a 'reassuring direction' with 80 fires extinguished in the past two weeks.
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technology
USA & Canada Intelligence Brief — Thursday, July 30, 2026
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Frustrated with the US, Gulf states look to China for help reining in Iran
Beijing has avoided challenging Tehran's Hormuz blockade, and Gulf concerns could end up taking a backseat to superpower politics and China's reliance on Iranian oil, analysts say
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politics
UEFA members agree FIFA boycott if World Cup plans pursued
UEFA member countries agree to boycott FIFA competitions in protest at private equity plan for World Cup.
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Iran War Live Updates: Drone Attack in Egypt Threatens to Expand Fighting
The United States and Iran exchanged strikes overnight, after Saudi Arabia acknowledged direct involvement in the war for the first time.
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business
Illicit gold is a global security threat the US must address
Every untraceable ounce of gold represents lost revenue, weakened governance and increased security and environmental risks.
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politics
UEFA agrees to boycott World Cup over FIFA investor plan
UEFA members unanimously voted to boycott the World Cup and other FIFA competitions. The protest follows FIFA's plan to sell stakes to investors in a subsidiary that will run the governing…
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business
NYSE CEO Sprecher, SBA head Loeffler's husband, has ties to Trump Jr.-backed private club
The Executive Branch club, where members include Trump administration officials, investors and business leaders, charges a $500,000 entry fee.
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Tusk says Russian missile appears to have come down in eastern Poland
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entertainment
Netflix lands global streaming deal for ‘The Walking Dead’
Netflix just signed a massive new licensing agreement worth $500 million to bring The Walking Dead Universe to international markets.
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politics
Ex-Goldman Sachs lawyer told panel that Epstein made her firm 'millions' of dollars
Former Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathy Ruemmler told a House panel that Jeffrey Epstein made her firm "millions" of dollars, according to a transcript of her appearance.
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politics
1 in 3 Democrats now consider themselves democratic socialists: Survey
About a third of Democrats identify as democratic socialists, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS, showing the growing influence of the party’s progressive wing. While they make up the…
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business
Work-integrated learning: 3 insights for effective policy from Alberta
Educational reforms often begin with a compelling idea. Policymakers identify a problem, develop a policy solution and expect institutions to implement it. When reforms fall short of expectations…
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Iran’s war with the US is not its only conflict as internal crises mount
Government fears social discontent on ‘most important battlefield’ of economy and livelihoods as war takes its toll amid anti-state dissent Iran, in the midst of an escalating five-month war with the…
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entertainment
Megan Moroney tearfully cancels Denver show mid-performance over illness
County music star Megan Moroney was forced to reschedule her Denver concert after singing just three songs on Tuesday night over an illness that affected her performance.
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politics
LatAm Expat & Nomad Daily Guide for Thursday, July 30, 2026
Bottom Line Up Front Today’s verdict: Colombia’s August 7 handover is now official in Cali — the first presidential inauguration ever held outside Bogotá — under a heavy security operation, while…
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Latin America Nomad Visa Income: 2026 Cost Breakdown in US$
Latin America · Immigration Key Facts The spread is huge. The income floor ranges from about US$1,400 a month in Colombia to about US$4,400 in Mexico. Cheapest entry. Colombia, Brazil and Chile sit…
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entertainment
Physicists Solve a Muon Mystery. Now, Old Results Don't Add Up
Article URL: https://www.quantamagazine.org/physicists-solve-a-muon-mystery-now-old-results-dont-add-up-20260729/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49111305 Points: 3 # Comments: 0
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sports
9 French wedding traditions you should know
From civil ceremonies at the mairie to the famous vin d'honneur and car honking, French weddings blend legal formalities with long-standing traditions.
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PM Modi Orders Dedicated Mechanism For Seafarers During Key Meet On Middle East
The meeting, held in New Delhi, saw the Cabinet Secretary brief the CCS on the current geopolitical picture and the steps various ministries have taken to keep petroleum products, LNG, LPG, and…
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politics
U.K. village plans independence vote in protest over migrant housing plans
The English village of Piddington is planning a symbolic referendum to demand independence from the U.K. over plans to house people seeking asylum at a disused military barracks.
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US-Iran conflict spreads as new fronts open
One war, many nations — and no exit in sight
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sports
'Step taken under BJP pressure': Naveen Patnaik hits out at hockey's saffron jersey
The Indian men's and women's hockey teams will wear saffron jerseys instead of their traditional blue kits at next month's FIH World Cup in the Netherlands and Belgium.
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business
Fusion power darling Commonwealth Fusion Systems raises another $1B
Commonwealth Fusion Systems raised $1 billion as the startup moves toward its first commercial fusion power plant.
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general
Britain's ban on Palestine Action group to be considered by top court
LONDON, July 30 - The United Kingdom's Supreme Court has said it will hear an appeal against a lower court ruling that Britain's decision to ban campaign group Palestine Action as a terrorist…
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politics
Cooper holds 9-point lead in North Carolina Senate race: Fox News poll
Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) has a 9-point lead over his challenger, ex-Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley, in the North Carolina Senate race, according to a new poll…
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technology
Gemini Robotics 2 brings whole body intelligence to robots
Article URL: https://deepmind.google/blog/gemini-robotics-2-brings-whole-body-intelligence-to-robots/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49111237 Points: 79 # Comments: 45
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politics
EU aims to build AI gigafactories of its own
The EU has unveiled a plan to raise state and private funds to hyperscale AI capabilities and gain independence from non-European governments. The plan calls for the construction of seven new sites…
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politics
Senate committee advances nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has cleared a hurdle in the Senate
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entertainment
Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight — July 30, 2026
The only Thursday-night guide you need for Rio de Janeiro. Live samba, rooftop bars, hipster hubs, Lapa street parties, and LGBTQ+ hotspots with exact.
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general
Mammoth bones found on parched bed of Danube in Bulgaria
The bone fragments found near the city of Ruse “very likely” belonged to a woolly mammoth that lived during the Ice Age.
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politics
No Legal Action Against CJP Protesters In Delhi, Arrests To Be Reviewed
The Delhi government has said no adverse legal action will be taken against people booked over protests linked to alleged NEET-UG irregularities.
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business
Gen Z Leads India's Investor Boom, Making Up 59% Of New Market Entrants
Investors below 30 years of age consistently contributed more than half of all new registrations, ranging between 53 per cent and 59 per cent during March 2020 to June 2026.
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WATCH: Ambulance driver arrested, accused of spying for Iran, providing footage of hospitals
Titi was an ambulance driver and allegedly provided his Iranian handlers with various types of intelligence, including the emergency protocols of various Israeli hospitals.
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Police respond to Ashdod gunfire, seize cocaine and illegal weapons in overnight raids
Early on Thursday morning, police arrested a 45-year-old resident of Holon on suspicion of drug trafficking following a police raid on a warehouse in the city.
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politics
Turkey reaffirms backing for Hamas as foreign minister meets with Khalil al-Hayya - report
This appears to be the first high-level meeting that Hayya has had since being elected to his new role on July 20. Hamas said Khalil al-Hayya had been elected head of its political bureau.
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politics
No Jew’s freedom should come with a price tag - opinion
Many advocates have argued that, in several high-profile federal cases, Jewish defendants received disproportionately harsh sentences compared with similarly situated non-Jewish defendants.
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politics
Israeli rhetoric on Turkey is increasingly shaping Ankara's view of tensions over Syria - analysis
After the founding of Israel, Turkey became the first Muslim-majority country to recognize Israel. Israel and Turkey had good relations until the rise of the AKP party in the early 2000s.
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Record heatwave expected to hit Israel this weekend with potential 47°C in Sea of Galilee region
Extreme heat is forecast for the southern Golan Heights, the northern valleys, the Lower Galilee, the Kinneret Valley, the Dead Sea coast, the Jordan Valley, the Arava, the Judean Desert, and Negev.
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business
AI could end up too cheap to control
Capital markets have signaled their faith in Anthropic and OpenAI’s impending hyper-profitability, valuing each at nearly $1 trillion. | John Ricky/Anadolu via Getty Images The AI industry’s investors…
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Brazil El Niño Plan Injects US$262M to Stockpile Corn, Rice
Brazil · Business Key Facts —Total package value R$1.335 billion (~US$262 million), announced on July 29, 2026. —Grain purchases 310,000 tonnes of rice and 180,000 tonnes of corn for public stocks via…
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politics
Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says
The unidentified object caused a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine during a Russian attack on the city of Lviv.
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science
New $2 million blood bank opens in Wellington, major upgrade on old facilities
The New Zealand Blood Service says the capital's new blood bank - officially opened by the Health Minister on Wednesday - couldn't come soon enough.
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Egypt confirms drone caused fire on two gas vessels at Damietta
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science
Six of history’s most dangerous fashion trends
Staying on top of the latest fashion trends can sometimes mean sacrificing your own health and comfort for style. Modern fashion trends including suffocating shapewear, flimsy ballet flats and…
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US man hikes out of mountains for help after being impaled by trekking pole
David Cifaldi and his two hiking companions were crossing Montana’s ominous Froze-to-Death Plateau and approaching the top of the state’s highest peak when their adventure took a bizarre and dangerous…
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Russian strikes across Ukraine kill at least 8 civilians and wound dozens
The blitz expanded Russia's almost daily bombardment of Ukrainian cities as Moscow apparently looked to exploit Kyiv's critical shortage of Western-supplied anti-ballistic missile defenses.
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entertainment
Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen snubbed in Mercury Prize list
This year's best album shortlist includes several returning nominees - but Lily Allen misses out.
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sports
England appoints new Test cricket coach as Joe Root returns as captain
Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.
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Poland’s Leader Says Russian Missile May Have Struck Its Territory During Ukraine Attack
Russian missiles have briefly entered Polish airspace during Russian strikes on western Ukraine in the past, but a missile has never hit Poland itself.
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Hong Kong doctor spared jail for fraudulently obtaining cough syrup, ADHD drugs
A former consultant doctor at a Hong Kong public hospital has been spared jail for prescribing excessive medication to his patients and misappropriating the drugs for personal use. The District Court…
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US Carries Out 'Heavy Wave' Of Strikes On Iran In Response To Attacks On Gulf State Sites
US Central Command (CENTCOM) said its forces carried out a "heavy wave" of strikes against Iranian targets in what it described as a response to Tehran's attempted missile attacks on US forces in the…
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business
Government report to show how US economy performed amid Iran war
The U.S. economy is expected to have slowed slightly in the second quarter.
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entertainment
The resurrection of the musical vampire: from the 19th century stage to The Vampire Lestat
June 7 2026 was a historic day for musical vampires. The stage adaptation of The Lost Boys won four Tony awards and the third season of the TV show Interview with the Vampire, now retitled The Vampire…
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Brazil Agribusiness Bankruptcies Surge 33% in Q1
Brazil · Business Key Facts —Q1 2026 filings Agribusiness judicial recovery requests reached 517 in Q1 2026, a 33% jump versus Q1 2025, per Neot. —2025 annual record Serasa Experian recorded 1,990…
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Middle East divided as Iran war, Houthi-Saudi Arabia tensions continue to ramp up
The recent joint US-Saudi attacks marked the first time Riyadh has publicly joined strikes alongside Washington.
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BNDES Fleet Renewal: US$3.9 Billion for Trucks and Buses
Brazil · Business Key Facts —Total Approved BNDES approved R$20 billion (~US$3.9 billion) on July 29, 2026, representing about 95% of the program’s roughly R$21 billion (~US$4.1 billion) budget…
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Possible Russian missile crashes in Poland during Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least eight people and an apparent Russian missile crashed in Poland, officials said.
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business
Nearly 10,000 heat-related deaths in Germany recorded so far this year
Approximately 9,800 people died due to high temperatures in Germany up to mid-July, according to the Robert Koch Institute, putting this year's total already above any single year in the past decade.
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