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    Joint Law Enforcement Sweep Verifies Legal Status of Foreign Workers in Gambling Establishments

    On August 1st, joint law enforcement teams in Bokeo Province (Muang Bokeo) and Banteay Meanchey province (Poipet) conducted sweeps at rental accommodations and guesthouses. They verified the legal status of 41 foreign nationals, including 22 Indonesians and 19 Thais, employed at legal gambling establishments. All individuals held valid documents.
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  2. SportsMiddle East

    Emerse Faé No Longer Coach of Ivory Coast

    Emerse Faé will not renew his contract as the coach of the Ivory Coast national football team, the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) announced. The 42-year-old former midfielder led the Elephants to victory in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and qualified them for the 2026 World Cup, where they reached the round of 16. The FIF paid tribute to Faé's commitment, professionalism, and services rendered during his time as coach.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Serbia Reduces Drug Prices: Up to 40% Cheaper from Today

    President Aleksandar Vučić and Minister of Finance Siniša Mali announced a new support package worth around 600 million euros, including a measure that reduces prices of prescribed drugs by up to 40%. Starting today, August 1, 769 drugs dispensed on prescription are cheaper in pharmacies across Serbia, covering approximately 99.6% of all such medicines. The reduction brings concrete relief to household budgets, with common savings per package ranging between 100 and 500 dinars. The measure is valid for at least 12 months and covers around three million Serbian citizens.
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  6. SocietyAfricaMiddle East

    Police Clarify Mass Car Checks in Semey

    Residents of Semey in the Abai region have been witnessing increased car checks by police, leading to rumors of an escape from prison or custody. The police department clarified that these checks are part of a Unified Day of Prevention aimed at ensuring public safety and preventing crimes. They confirmed that efforts were made to locate a 20-year-old who left a medical facility without permission, but this case is unrelated to an escape. The police assured there's no cause for concern and urged citizens to trust official information.
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  7. SportsAmerican FootballTennis

    Red Sox Rally Past Dodgers 9-4 in Series Opener

    The Boston Red Sox scored five runs in the seventh inning, highlighted by Ceddanne Rafaela's go-ahead two-run homer, to rally past the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-4 on Friday night in the series opener. The Red Sox led 3-0 in the third before the Dodgers scored a run in the fourth and three more in the fifth on Shohei Ohtani's two-run, two-out blast to take a 4-3 lead. The Red Sox bullpen, including Brayan Bello who got the win with three hits over four innings, held the Dodgers scoreless after the fifth inning.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Iran's Parliament Speaker Details Hours After Khamenei's Death

    Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's parliament speaker, has provided details about the first hours following the death of Ali Khamenei in an aerial attack by Israel and the US on February 28. He said senior officials knew about an hour after the bombing but decided to wait until 8 a.m. the next day to announce his death, alongside the formation of a Leadership Council. However, Persian-language media abroad broke the news shortly after midnight, forcing officials to regroup while constitutional arrangements were still being made.
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  12. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Russian Forces Capture Two Villages in Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia Regions

    Russian troops have taken control of the villages of Olhivka in the Kharkiv region and Lyubimivka in the Zaporizhzhia region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. The capture of these settlements was announced on Saturday, with the ministry stating that units of the 'West' grouping took control of Olhivka, while units of the 'East' grouping advanced into enemy defenses to liberate Lyubimivka.
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    Multiple States Launch Investigations Against Anthony Fauci Despite Biden Pardon

    Following Dr. Anthony Fauci's invocation of the Fifth Amendment 111 times during a Senate hearing, several states have announced investigations into his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and potentially California are exploring potential state-level charges against Fauci, arguing that Biden's federal pardon does not cover state crimes. Officials in these states, including Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Florida AG James Uthmeier, Louisiana AG Liz Murrill, and California gubernatorial nominee Brian Hilton, have vowed to hold Fauci accountable for his role in the pandemic response.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Alianza Lima vs Alianza Atlético: Kickoff Time and Broadcast Info for Liga 1 Match

    Alianza Lima faces Alianza Atlético in the third round of the Liga 1 Clausura Tournament on Saturday, August 1, at 8:30 PM (Peruvian time) at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium. The match will be broadcast on L1 MAX and L1, available on major cable television operators such as Movistar TV, DirecTV, Claro TV, and Best Cable. Internationally, the match can be watched via streaming on platforms like L1Max website, DGO, Zapping TV, and Fanatiz.
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  23. WorldRegulatorsReliefMiddle East

    22-Year-Old Patrol Officer Yegor Terekhin Killed in Kyiv Strike

    22-year-old patrol officer Yegor Terekhin was killed in Kyiv during a repeated nighttime strike by Russia on August 1. He was helping people at the site of the shelling when the enemy struck again, fatally injuring him. Terekhin had joined the police force just a year ago and had been patrolling the capital for over a month. He leaves behind his mother and a 9-year-old brother.
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