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    Diego Luna Honored at Sarajevo Film Festival

    The 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF) will pay tribute to Mexican actor, director, and producer Diego Luna, awarding him the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo Award. Luna's work, spanning over three decades, has been recognized for its creative variety, social awareness, and commitment to expanding Latin and Hispanic representation in international cinema. The festival will also showcase Luna's latest film 'Ashes' and host a masterclass led by the actor. Additionally, the festival will honor Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi and actress Emily Watson.
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  4. SocietyLocal GovCivil RightsMiddle East

    PAS Deputy Accuses Colleague of Hate Speech and Homophobia

    PAS deputy Marcelă Adam accused Democratic Home Party deputy Alexandru Vărsescu of hate speech and homophobia after he made derogatory remarks about transgender people during a parliamentary session. Adam stated that she would file complaints with various institutions to hold Vărsescu accountable. Vărsescu's colleague Anna Țurcan defended him, stating that no one wanted to discriminate against 'vodka consumers.' Adam later clarified that she does not drink vodka and sent appeals to national and international institutions regarding the incidents.
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    Iraqi Commander-in-Chief Visits Anti-Terrorism Device Headquarters

    The Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, Ali Falah al-Zidi, conducted a field visit to the headquarters of the Anti-Terrorism Device. He inspected weapons and equipment, chaired a meeting discussing combat duties and plans for improvement, praised the device's role in fighting terrorism, and emphasized the importance of maintaining high combat morale and caring for wounded fighters and martyrs' families.
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    Russian Attacks in Kherson: 9 Dead, 24 Injured Over Two Days

    Russian forces have carried out a series of attacks on Kherson, Ukraine, using artillery, drones, and other weapons. Over two days, from July 28 to 29, at least nine people were killed and 24 injured. The attacks targeted residential areas, critical infrastructure, and civilian vehicles. The prosecutor's office and regional administration have confirmed the casualties and damage.
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  14. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionProtest

    Former Law Enforcement Officer Arrested for Beating Scientist Zhezin

    One of the accused in the beating of Russian Academy of Sciences scientist Nikita Zhezin has been arrested. The suspect, a former law enforcement officer dismissed for negative reasons over 15 years ago, is accused of hooliganism. He allegedly beat Zhezin along with an acquaintance after the scientist stopped their quad bike ride on an experimental field. Zhezin later died of a heart attack. The suspect denies involvement in Zhezin's death, claiming it was due to natural causes.
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    Czech Economy Growth Driven by Domestic Demand

    The Czech economy continued to grow in the second quarter of 2021, with GDP increasing year-on-year due to robust domestic demand, particularly household spending. Real wages and stable prices supported this growth. The economy expanded at a moderate pace, with growth driven by household consumption and foreign demand. Industry, retail, transport, and IT sectors contributed significantly to this growth. Despite crises and potential risks like the Middle East conflict and oil shock, the economy is expected to grow around two percent for the whole year.
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    Influencer Henry Gibbs Attacked by Shark in Fiji

    New Zealand influencer Henry Gibbs was attacked by a gray reef shark while spearfishing in Fiji. The incident was recorded and shows the shark biting Gibbs' right calf and dragging him underwater. Gibbs underwent multiple surgeries and expressed gratitude for his recovery. He shared lessons learned, including not underestimating sharks based on size and ending dives if a shark changes behavior.
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    Tamil Nadu Considers Chicken Biryani for School Mid-Day Meals

    The Tamil Nadu government is contemplating adding chicken biryani to the mid-day meal scheme in schools, with Minister for School Education, Rajmohan, proposing the idea to Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. The proposal is under discussion, with some supporting the move due to its popularity and nutritional value, while others express concerns about potential opposition and the need for more protein in students' diets.
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  23. CultureMedia Literacy

    Susana Vieira Criticizes Debora Bloch's Odete Roitman Performance

    Actress Susana Vieira, 83, recently expressed her opinion on Debora Bloch's portrayal of Odete Roitman in the remake of 'Vale Tudo'. Vieira, who played the character in the original version, felt that Bloch's interpretation lacked the fear factor that Beatriz Segall's performance had instilled. Vieira shared these views on the 'Conversa com Bial' show, where she also discussed her use of ChatGPT and recounted an amusing question she asked the AI. Vieira's comments sparked a viral clip and social media discussion, with Lilia Cabral, who was part of the original cast, disagreeing with Vieira's assessment of Segall's personality.
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    VP Sara Duterte: Gun Violence Rampant in Philippines, Not Linked to Anti-Drug Campaign

    Vice President Sara Duterte argued against the International Criminal Court's (ICC) case against her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, stating that gun violence is prevalent in the Philippines and not all alleged victims were killed due to the government's anti-drug campaign. She cited a scenario where a spouse could hire a gunman for P5,000 to kill a mistress, illustrating the severity of gun violence in the country. Duterte also emphasized that gun violence is a national priority and not just a news item.
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