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  1. SportsMiddle EastHockey

    West Ham in Talks to Sign Celtic's Arne Engels

    West Ham United are reportedly in advanced talks to sign Celtic midfielder Arne Engels. The 22-year-old Belgian international has emerged as a top target for the Hammers after winning the Scottish Premiership title last term. West Ham are not the only English club interested in Engels, with Nottingham Forest having made a £25 million bid in February. Engels has 17 goals and 21 assists in 98 appearances for Celtic and is widely regarded as one of their best players. Transfer journalist Matteo Moretto reports that a deal to take Engels to the London Stadium is now close, with West Ham appearing to have moved ahead of several rivals.
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  3. SportsTennis

    Dak Prescott Unveils 'Greatest Offense There Is' Nickname for Cowboys

    Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has dubbed the team's offense 'GOTI' (Greatest Offense There Is). Prescott, who is entering his 11th season, is confident in the team's potential, stating, 'When you have the guys [on the offense], why can’t we be? Let’s be the Greatest Offense There Is.' The Cowboys finished second in total offense last season and have their entire starting offense returning. However, some fans have reacted negatively to the new nickname, with comments like 'This is going to age terribly.' The Cowboys will debut their 'GOTI' offense in Week One against the New York Giants.
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  4. WorldEarthClimate

    Danube River in Severe Drought: Navigation, Energy Production Threatened

    The Danube River is experiencing record low water levels due to an extended drought, affecting navigation, energy production, and ecosystems across Europe. In Serbia, the water level has dropped to its lowest point in 50 years, threatening navigation, electricity production, and river ecosystems. Emergency measures have been implemented in Hungary and Romania, including the shutdown of nuclear power plants due to insufficient cooling water. Hydrologists warn that the situation is expected to worsen in August, with further water level drops and potential water restrictions.
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  5. SportsSoccerAmerican FootballTennis

    Barcelona vs Birmingham City: Friendly Match Preview

    FC Barcelona faces Birmingham City in a pre-season friendly at St. Andrew's Stadium on July 31, 2026. The match, part of Barcelona's preparation for the 2026/27 season, will kick off at various times depending on the viewer's location. In the United States, it starts at 2:45 PM ET. The game will be broadcast live on Barça Play and YouTube Premium in several countries.
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  7. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Sweden Establishes MI6-Style Intelligence Agency

    Sweden is creating a new civilian foreign intelligence service, UND, modeled after Britain's MI6. This decision follows criticism of Sweden's military intelligence service, MUST, for failing to anticipate Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The new service will focus on political and strategic intelligence, providing direct reports to the government. It is expected to begin operating in January 2027.
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  9. WorldLocal GovCivil RightsMiddle East

    Slovakia Refuses to Recognize Same-Sex Marriages Concluded Abroad

    The Slovak government has announced that it will not register same-sex marriages concluded abroad, defying the jurisprudence of the European Court of Justice. The Interior Minister, Matúš Šutaj Eštok, cited the Slovak Constitution's definition of marriage as a union between a man and a woman. The ECJ had previously ruled that EU countries must recognize marriages concluded in other member states. Gay couples affected by Slovakia's decision have threatened legal action.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    EU Countries Threaten Schengen Border Closures Over Ceuta Crisis

    Several EU countries, including Austria and the Czech Republic, have criticized Spain's handling of the migrant crisis in Ceuta. Austria's Minister Claudia Bauer accused Spain of threatening the EU and called for the Schengen area's borders to be reconsidered. The situation has been described as a challenge for the European Union, with some countries proposing temporary removal of Spain from the Schengen area. The crisis has resulted in an estimated 50,000 to 60,000 migrants rushing to Ceuta within 24 hours, with up to 57 deaths reported.
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  17. SocietyNorth AmericaCommoditiesHardware

    Tether Reports $1.5B Q2 Profit

    Tether reported a net operating profit of $1.5 billion in the second quarter, driven by U.S. Treasury and repo income. The company held $187.75 billion in assets against $183.64 billion in liabilities, maintaining a $4.11 billion reserve buffer. Tether reduced secured lending by $2.38 billion and added 14 tons of physical gold, bringing total gold holdings to over 146 tons. USDT issuance stood at about $184.6 billion.
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  20. WorldAsiaBudget

    Greece Increases Tax-Free Tip Limit to €6,000 Annually

    Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced an increase in the tax-free threshold for tips received through electronic payments. The new limit is €6,000 per year, up from €300 per month previously. This change particularly benefits seasonal workers in tourism, hospitality, and delivery sectors, as the threshold is now calculated annually instead of monthly. The measure will have retroactive effect from January 1, 2026.
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  23. WorldAsiaEuropeMiddle East

    Europe's AI Neutrality Challenged by US-China Divide

    The global AI landscape is fragmenting into US and Chinese systems, making it increasingly difficult for Europe to maintain neutrality. European companies are finding it challenging to combine technology from both nations due to geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, concerns are rising about the sustainability of the American AI strategy, with some experts suggesting that Europe should carve out its own path in AI development.
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