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  1. WorldMiddle East

    Guayaquil Tunnels Close Nightly for Maintenance

    The Santa Ana and El Carmen tunnels in Guayaquil will be closed nightly from August 3 to 27 for preventive maintenance work on the stormwater drainage system. The closure will take place from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM, with both tunnels remaining open during the day and on weekends. The work aims to ensure the correct evacuation of rainwater and prevent flooding that could affect road safety, as part of the preparation for the upcoming winter season and the possible El Niño phenomenon. Alternative routes include Avenida Machala, Avenida Quito, or Avenida Malecón Simón Bolívar.
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  4. WorldLawAsiaMiddle East

    PN and BN Win Seats in Negeri Sembilan PRN

    In the recent Parliamentary Election (PRN) in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, several candidates from both Perikatan Nasional (PN) and Barisan Nasional (BN) have won their respective seats with significant majorities. Mohd Fairuz Mohd Isa (PN) won seat N05 Serting with a majority of 12,115 votes, while S. Leza MD Yasin (BN) won seat N18 Pilah with a majority of 730 votes. Other winners include Danni Rais (PN) in seat N04 Klawang, Mohd Asna Amin (BN) in seat N09 Lenggeng, and Siti Nur Umaira Hasim (BN) in seat N20 Labu.
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  5. WorldMiddle East

    Wildfires Rage Across Greece

    Large-scale wildfires are burning across Greece, with multiple fronts active in regions such as Boeotia, Attica, Argolida, and Rethymno. The fires have destroyed thousands of acres of land, threatened inhabited areas, and caused evacuations via sea and land. Strong winds are hindering firefighting efforts, with over 300 firefighters, aircraft, and vehicles deployed. Smoke from the fires has reached North Africa.
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  7. WorldAsiaMiddle EastNorth America

    Odisha Floods: Political Blame Game as CM Majhi Assesses Damage

    Odisha is grappling with severe floods affecting 20 districts, with over 2 crore people impacted and significant loss of life and livestock. The Mahanadi dispute with Chhattisgarh is at the core of the issue, with Odisha accusing Chhattisgarh of releasing water without proper coordination. BJD leaders question CM Majhi's handling of the situation, while he assures affected people of government support and damage assessment within 3 days. BJD leader Bhrugu Baxipatra blames the floods on Chhattisgarh's dam management.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaChina

    Lithuania Protests Russia's Ukraine Attacks and Demands Compensation

    Lithuania has submitted a protest note to Russia over its attacks on Ukraine and violation of Polish airspace. The Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (LFM) handed over a strong protest note to the Russian ambassador's representative due to the ongoing attacks on Ukrainian civilians and the violation of Polish airspace. Additionally, Lithuania has expressed a protest to Russia over the damage to its embassy in Kyiv, demanding compensation for the damage caused by the attack on Saturday night.
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  9. BusinessTrade

    India's GST Collections Surge 15.4% to Rs 2.11 Lakh Crore in July

    India's gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections reached Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July 2026, marking a 15.4% year-on-year increase from Rs 1.83 lakh crore in July 2025. This growth was driven by higher revenues from domestic transactions and imports. The government also processed Rs 29,968 crore in refunds, indicating a healthy pace of refunds and a robust net GST revenue.
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  13. CultureMiddle EastWeather

    Greek Flag Honors Two Firefighters Killed in Rethymno Blaze

    The families of two firefighters, 25-year-old Pantelis Diamantakis and 58-year-old Manolis Stratigakis, who lost their lives in the line of duty in Krya Vrysi, Rethymno, placed a Greek flag at the site where they fell. The flag was accompanied by photographs and other tributes, transforming the site into a memorial for the firefighters who died protecting people and the environment.
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  15. WorldRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    Mexico Shuts Down Militarized Schools After Girl's Death

    Following the death of 13-year-old Dafne Zapata at a military-style academy, Mexico's Education Ministry ordered the closure of all such schools by Aug. 31. The girl died from drowning with signs of physical abuse, leading to femicide charges against three staff members. President Claudia Sheinbaum and Minister Mario Delgado condemned the incident, with Delgado ordering a review of all 31 military academies and ensuring affected students' educational continuity.
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  17. PoliticsNorth AmericaLaborBudget

    Gustavo Petro's Government Proposes 'Living Wage' Law Amidst Minimum Wage Dispute

    The government of Gustavo Petro has presented a bill to establish the concept of 'living wage' as the basis for setting the minimum wage in Colombia. This move comes amidst a legal dispute over the 23.7% increase decreed for 2026, which remains in effect while the Council of State decides its legality. Experts warn that the legislative initiative could generate more legal conflicts if the concept is not clearly defined. The bill will be debated by the new Congress and the incoming government of Abelardo de la Espriella.
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  18. WorldRegulatorsCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

    Artek Zakarpattia Camp Conditions: 12 Children Per Room, Rotten Food, Mold, and Safety Concerns

    An inspection of the Artek Zakarpattia camp revealed unsanitary conditions, including flies in the dining block, spoiled vegetables and fruits stored with fresh ones, and inadequate storage for products. The rooms accommodated up to 12 children each with worn-out furniture and mold on the walls. There were not enough shower facilities, and water was only available at certain times. The shelter was damp, moldy, and lacked proper equipment. Children reported staying in the building during air raid alerts due to insufficient safety measures. The camp housed 287 children from frontline regions at state expense.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastOrganized CrimeFraud

    Police Officer Among Ten Detained in Ecuador's Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking Bust

    A police sergeant, identified as David Orlando Z. V., alias Mi Sub, was among ten people detained in Ecuador for their alleged involvement in a suspected organized crime group linked to drug trafficking and illegal fuel trafficking. The group operated in the coastal provinces of Esmeraldas and Manabí, as well as the Andean province of Tungurahua. The operation, led by the Minister of the Interior and the National Police, resulted in the seizure of nearly 1.4 tons of cocaine, fuel, firearms, and other illegal items.
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  21. PoliticsCentral Asia

    Briatore: Alpine's Priority is Car Performance, Not Drivers; Gasly Among Top Six

    Flavio Briatore, Alpine's team leader, stated that improving the car's performance is the team's priority over driver changes. He praised Pierre Gasly, placing him among the six best drivers in Formula 1. Franco Colapinto's future at Alpine remains uncertain, with Briatore avoiding confirmation of his continuity beyond this season. The team aims to develop a more competitive car before defining its drivers.
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  24. PoliticsCentral Asia

    UNAM Appoints Javier de la Fuente as New Secretary General

    The Rector of UNAM, Leonardo Lomelí, has removed Patricia Dávila as Secretary General and appointed Javier de la Fuente Hernández as her replacement. Dávila's resignation comes after irregularities in the online admission exam for undergraduate studies. De la Fuente, a full-time tenured professor with a solid academic background, will oversee various aspects of the university's operations, including postgraduate studies, educational evaluation, and student services.
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