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    Danish Princess Isabella Waives Military Salary

    Princess Isabella of Denmark has decided not to accept her military salary during her upcoming 11-month service with the Life Guards regiment. The princess, who begins her service on August 3rd, will forgo the usual allowance of around $1,380 per month, plus additional tax-free allowances for food and living expenses. This decision mirrors that of her older brother, Crown Prince Christian, who also refused state payment during his military service.
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    Smithsonian's 250th Anniversary Exhibit: Liberal Causes Outnumber Conservatives

    The Smithsonian's 250th anniversary exhibit features nearly two dozen items representing liberal causes such as LGBT rights, racial justice, labor unions, and environmentalism, while only seven items are tied to conservative movements. The exhibit includes a pink 'p-ssy hat' from the 2017 Women's March, Nancy Pelosi's gavel, and a 1970s drag queen photo among its liberal representations. Conservative items include a MAGA hat, a Tea Party placard, and a pro-life sign. The exhibit dedicates four items to the gay rights movement and five to represent Christianity.
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    US Demands Iran Cease Attacks, Start Talks for Nuclear Deal

    The US is pressuring Iran to halt attacks and initiate negotiations for a new nuclear deal, with Washington warning of consequences if Tehran continues its aggressive actions. However, internal divisions within Iran's leadership may hinder progress, as the IRGC continues strikes while diplomatic efforts are ongoing. The US seeks a 'Memorandum of Understanding 2.0', but Trump's demand for toll-free strait passage contradicts Iran and Oman's plans to impose fees.
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    Morocco Sends Troops to Spain Amidst US-Israeli Conspiracy Claims

    Morocco has dispatched hundreds to thousands of men to Spain, sparking speculation about a US-Israeli conspiracy against Spain. Right-wing 'America First' supporters claim that Republicans support attacking Spanish cities on behalf of Israel, with Spain being an opponent of Israel and Morocco an ally. The move comes after Morocco recognized Israel in 2020, with some suggesting this was a reward for doing so.
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    North Korea's Economy Grows for Third Straight Year

    North Korea's economy grew by 3.5% in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of positive growth, according to estimates by South Korea's central bank. The growth was driven by stronger economic and military cooperation with Russia, particularly in the military industry sector. This growth comes despite the tightening of Western sanctions in 2017. The nominal gross national income increased by 9.4%, to 48.5 trillion won, while GNI per capita increased by 9%, to 1.87 million won.
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    Taslima Nasreen Returns to Kolkata After 19 Years

    Exiled Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly two decades. She described her visit as an emotional homecoming and will participate in a public event on August 1, expected to be attended by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and writer Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay. Nasreen's return comes 19 years after she was forced to leave the city following protests over her controversial book 'Dwikhandito'.
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    Bulgarian Tourism Struggles with Decline in Foreign Tourists and High Prices

    The Bulgarian tourism industry is facing a weak summer season due to a decline in foreign tourists, particularly from Germany and Romania, following the adoption of the euro. Hoteliers blame high prices, an increasingly shorter season, and lack of efficient promotional strategies for the sector's struggles. They warn that August may not recover this season's losses and that problems could continue into next year.
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    AKP Journalist Admits to Making False Statements

    AKP journalist Cem Küçük, who was detained for spreading misleading information, has admitted to making false statements about allegations in the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality investigation that are expected to resurface in November 2025. The prosecutor's office has also released a statement regarding the journalist's accusations of 'spreading misleading information' and 'blackmail'.
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