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  3. WorldMiddle East

    American Oil Majors' Venezuela Investment Hopes Stall

    Seven months after Maduro's removal, American oil majors like ExxonMobil and Chevron have yet to secure major investment deals in Venezuela. Negotiations have hit a wall due to disputes over access to attractive oil fields, fiscal terms, unresolved compensation claims, and political stability concerns. The Trump administration wants a quick boost in Venezuelan oil production but major producers remain cautious. Smaller private energy firms are gaining traction with preliminary agreements.
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  9. CultureMiddle EastChinaAmerican Football

    Arne Slot Declines Dutch National Team Coaching Job

    Arne Slot, former Liverpool manager, has turned down the opportunity to become the new head coach of the Dutch national team. Slot, who was a leading candidate for the position, prefers to continue his club coaching career. He has reportedly rejected offers from the Dutch Football Association (KNVB), AC Milan, Fulham, and Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli. The KNVB is expected to provide an update on their search for Ronald Koeman's successor next week.
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  10. SocietyLocal GovMiddle EastBiodiversity

    Delhi Riots: Tahir Hussain Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for IB Officer Ankit Sharma's Murder

    A Delhi court has sentenced former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment for the murder of IB officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 Delhi riots. The court described the crime as 'of utmost brutality'. The prosecution had sought the death penalty, but the court cited reformation possibilities in rejecting it.
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    Karnataka High Court Grants Bail to Vinay Kulkarni in Yogesh Gowda Murder Case

    The Karnataka High Court granted bail to Congress leader Vinay Kulkarni and others in the murder case of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda. Kulkarni, along with Chandrashekar Indi and others, had been serving life imprisonment. The court also suspended the seven-year sentence of Channakeshava Tengarikara, a police officer. The stay on Kulkarni's conviction has been challenged by Yogesh Gowda's brother, who plans to approach the Supreme Court.
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  13. SocietyCorruptionArrest

    Recaptured: 'Pineapple Bread' Leader of Chone Killers

    Marcos Armando Duarte, alias 'Pineapple Bread', leader of the criminal organization Chone Killers, was rearrested by Ecuadorian authorities just one day after being released due to precautionary measures. The capture occurred in Daule canton, Guayas province, where Duarte attempted to evade military action by jumping down a staircase into a residence where two other alleged members were hiding.
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  17. PoliticsLawCorruptionAsia

    CJP's Abhijeet Dipke on FIR Against Woman Over Anti-Modi Remarks

    Abhijeet Dipke, a member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), has claimed that if abusive language alone were the basis for criminal prosecution, leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would face the highest number of cases. This statement comes in response to an FIR filed against a woman for making derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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  19. BusinessTradeEquitiesStock MarketManufacturing

    Reddit Reports Strong Q2 Results, Guides Up for Q3

    Reddit, Inc. (RDDT) reported strong financial results for Q2 2026, with revenue increasing 61% year-over-year to $805 million, driven by a 64% increase in ad revenue. EPS came in at $1.25, more than doubling year-over-year. The company also provided strong guidance for Q3, with expected revenue between $860-$870 million and adjusted EBITDA between $385-$395 million. Reddit's user base grew, with daily active users increasing 18% year-over-year to 130.3 million and weekly active users up 24% to 514.6 million. Despite the strong results, Reddit's stock price fell due to concerns about AI search traffic risks and disappointing user growth in the U.S.
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  20. PoliticsIsraelBaseballMotorsportsDisasters

    Real Madrid Signs Carlos Espanyol as Striker

    Real Madrid has signed striker Carlos Espanyol from Levante for €25 million on a five-year contract. The 21-year-old joins as a replacement for Gonzalo Garcia and is expected to provide physical strength and advanced headers to the team. He has impressed with his performance at Levante, scoring 13 goals last season. Espanyol will participate in Real Madrid's pre-season friendlies, with the first match against Fiorentina on July 31.
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  21. WorldPolicyCivil RightsMiddle EastNorth America

    U.S. Condemns Spain's Immigration Policy

    The United States has condemned Spain's immigration policy, describing it as a 'brazen violation of sovereignty and human rights'. U.S. officials have stated that this incident is a direct result of Spain's deliberate efforts to facilitate mass illegal immigration to Europe. The U.S. is reviewing measures to protect its citizens and is prepared to assist other European allies considering similar options.
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  23. SocietyLocal GovNorth America

    Families of Injured Delhi Police Personnel Demand Justice After Jantar Mantar Protest

    Families of police personnel injured during the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar have spoken out, condemning the violence and demanding justice. Over 250 police personnel were injured, with many suffering serious injuries. The families have alleged that the protest was hijacked by violent elements who targeted security forces. They have urged lawmakers to discuss police personnel's rights and welfare and called for those responsible for the violence to be held accountable.
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  24. PoliticsCorruptionReliefMiddle East

    Man Detained for Demanding $1 Million to Avoid Extradition to Russia

    NABU and SAP reported suspicion against a man who demanded $1 million from a Russian citizen residing in Ukraine, promising to help avoid criminal prosecution and extradition to Russia. The suspect claimed to have connections among the leadership of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). The victim transferred $50,000 initially but was then threatened with violence if he didn't pay the rest. The suspect, identified as Andrey 'Criminal' Osipov, has been detained.
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