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    Flipkart Plus Members Can Earn Netflix Mobile Plan Through Monthly Shopping

    Flipkart and Netflix have partnered to offer Flipkart Plus members a month of Netflix Mobile Plan for free every month by completing four qualifying orders of ₹299 or more. This benefit resets every 30 days and must be re-earned through shopping behavior. Non-members qualify for Flipkart Plus after completing 15 orders within 12 months. This is Netflix's first e-commerce partnership in India, combining shopping and entertainment in a unique way.
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    Kiyoshi Kurosawa's 'The Samurai and the Prisoner' Blends War Epic and Detective Fiction

    Kiyoshi Kurosawa's historical drama 'The Samurai and the Prisoner' adapts a 16th-century Japanese civil war story into a detective fiction structure. The film explores themes of faith, war, leadership, and the samurai code through a series of puzzling crimes at a besieged fortress. Kurosawa's approach allows for moments of tenderness and beauty amidst the horrors of war, interrogating the nature of individual will and courage.
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    Infantino Praises Morocco, Assures 2030 World Cup Will Be 'Best Ever'

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended Morocco's Throne Day celebrations, praising the country and assuring that the 2030 World Cup, co-hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal, will be 'the best ever'. His visit sparked controversy amidst the ongoing migration crisis and tensions between FIFA and Spain. Infantino's remarks come as he faces opposition from several confederations over his plans to open the World Cup to private investors.
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    Delta Air Lines Aircraft Near-Collision at Atlanta Airport

    Two Delta Air Lines aircraft, a Boeing 737-900 and an Airbus A321, nearly collided at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport due to an air traffic control failure on July 27. The Boeing aborted its landing attempt after another aircraft hadn't cleared the runway, then both planes were given instructions that brought them to the same altitude, triggering an anti-collision alert on the Airbus. No safety risks were reported, and the FAA is investigating the incident.
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    Tatyana Jane: From Olympics to Ed Banger Records

    Tatyana Jane, a French Touch acolyte from Cameroon, has made significant strides in the dance music scene. She received private lessons from Skrillex, played at the 2024 Summer Olympics closing ceremony, and released her latest EP 'Discordia' on Ed Banger Records. Jane's unique sound, influenced by French Touch and West African percussion, is gaining attention and she aims to forge a new genre called Afroclash.
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    Father Sentenced for Role in Georgia School Shooting

    A father was sentenced to 15 years in prison for providing his son with a gun used in a deadly school shooting in Georgia. The son, a 16-year-old, killed two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in 2024. The father was convicted of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. This is the first case in the U.S. where a parent has been convicted of murder for a mass shooting committed by their child.
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    Tajikistan Proposes Joint Oil Refinery for Central Asia

    The President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, proposed the construction of a large oil refinery in the region during a consultative meeting of Central Asian and Azerbaijani leaders in Cholpon-Ata. Rahmon suggested that relevant agencies study the possibility of building the refinery using the latest technologies, prioritizing the internal needs of the countries involved. The proposal comes amidst global and regional energy market tensions and fuel crises in some Central Asian countries.
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    Pirates Eyeing Padres' Adrian Morejon to Bolster Bullpen

    The Pittsburgh Pirates, in pursuit of a playoff spot, are actively seeking to strengthen their bullpen before the trade deadline. ESPN's Jeff Passan suggests they have their eyes on San Diego Padres' flame-throwing reliever Adrian Morejon as the 'best fit'. Morejon, a 27-year-old left-hander, has a 3.14 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 57.1 innings this season. The Pirates, currently 2.5 games behind the final NL Wild Card spot, are desperate for relief help after releasing closer Dennis Santana. Other teams, like the Padres themselves, are also in the mix for Morejon, who is set to become a free agent after the season.
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    Hair Loss: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments

    Hair loss affects both men and women differently, with distinct patterns and causes. Specialists discuss the main reasons behind hair loss, its diagnosis, and various treatment options, including oral medications, supplements, microinfusions, laser therapy, and hair transplants. Factors like genetics, hormones, lifestyle habits, and even beauty salon procedures can influence hair health and loss.
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    British Airways Mayday Flight: Passenger Describes Fear

    A passenger on a British Airways flight from Düsseldorf to Heathrow described his fear after the plane issued a mayday distress call due to an air data systems failure. The Airbus A320 encountered two stall warnings and performed an abrupt turn, leading passengers to believe they would crash. The plane landed safely after an investigation classified the incident as a loss of control in-flight and pilot-induced.
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    Barranquilla to Host Presidential Headquarters of Abelardo de la Espriella

    The Paraíso Battalion in Barranquilla is being adapted as the presidential office of Abelardo de la Espriella after August 7, 2026. The works have an advance close to 80% and involve remodeling offices, installing electrical networks, and adapting meeting rooms. The building already has the words 'Presidency of the Republic' exposed. The new government scheme in Barranquilla would also include the Customs Palace for high-level meetings. Opposition sectors have criticized the design and cost of the new executive seat.
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    Navigating Relationships in Southeast Asia: Money vs Emotion

    After staying in Southeast Asia for a long time, individuals share their experiences of finding pure emotions amidst cultural and linguistic differences. They warn about the influence of money and interests in relationships, advising against testing feelings with money and betting all on emotions. They suggest seeing through human nature to protect oneself.
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