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  1. PoliticsBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Infantino Defends World Cup Privatization Plan

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino has come under fire for his proposal to partially privatize the World Cup, but he has stood his ground, describing it as 'an opportunity, but not an obligation'. He has emphasized that the decision will be made through a democratic process and that it is just a proposal at this stage. The plan has sparked controversy, with some European football officials criticizing it and even threatening a boycott of the 2030 World Cup. Infantino has clarified that FIFA will retain control and that the plan does not involve changing the organization's statutes.
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  8. BusinessTradeLogisticsCommodities

    Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Launch and Specs Leaked

    Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 FE is expected to launch around September 1, 2026. The Fan Edition phone will reportedly be available in Graphite, Aqua Green, and a third color between blue and purple. It may come in storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. A Samsung executive hinted that the device is weeks away from launching and is expected to feature a redesigned camera bump and 45W charging. Prices in Europe are rumored to start at 799 euros for the 128GB model, with increases proportional to storage capacity.
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  9. WorldLawMiddle EastChina

    Malaysia and Myanmar Agree to Repatriate Rohingya Refugees

    Malaysia and Myanmar have reached an agreement for the repatriation of Rohingya refugees. Myanmar has agreed to accept 5,000 Rohingya refugees currently in Malaysia, with the process expected to be carried out in an orderly manner under international humanitarian principles. This decision is part of efforts to address the longstanding Rohingya refugee issue and maintain public peace in Malaysia. The Malaysian government has started the process of identifying, documenting, and screening refugees to facilitate their return. Meanwhile, Rohingya refugees in Malaysia have expressed fears about their safety if they are sent back to Myanmar.
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  10. U.S.Inflation

    U.S. Inflation Rate Drops Slightly in June

    The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, the U.S. central bank's preferred inflation gauge, fell slightly in June. The headline PCE index decreased by 0.1% month-over-month, while the core PCE index rose by 0.1%. Annual inflation remained elevated at 3.7% for headline and 3.3% for core. The temporary drop was primarily due to lower oil prices following a brief truce with Iran, but energy prices are already rebounding.
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  13. PoliticsJudiciary

    Justice Minister Announces Offices for Efficient Judicial Services

    Justice Minister Akın Gürlek has announced the establishment of 'offices for the efficiency of judicial services' within first instance courts, regional administrative courts, and other judicial bodies. These offices aim to monitor delays, examine applications, and analyze case review times. They will also work on preventing recurring disputes and incidents that lead to crime.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Bosnia Considers, Then Rejects, Russian Entrepreneur's Citizenship Bid

    The Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina initially planned to consider granting citizenship to Russian entrepreneur Ilya Perekopsky, a co-founder of VKontakte and Telegram, at a meeting on July 30. Perekopsky, who has been working in Bosnia and Herzegovina since early 2022, sought citizenship to invest in the country's economy. However, the proposal was removed from the agenda after four ministers opposed it. Perekopsky is a close associate of Telegram founder Pavel Durov.
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  17. SocietyCorruptionMiddle EastIsraelFraud

    Police Commissioner Dismisses Commander Amid Nightlife Venue Allegations

    Danny Levi, the Commissioner of Israel Police, has dismissed Yoav Eliasi from his position as commander of the rapid response unit in the Tel Aviv district. This decision follows an investigation by Haaretz which alleged that Eliasi used his connections within the police to prevent the closure of a nightlife venue where he is a partner, after an incident of violence occurred there. Eliasi has denied these allegations, stating that he has never been a partner in the club and has not interfered with its affairs with the police. He attributed the allegations to a business dispute between his brother and his partner.
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  20. WorldMiddle EastEarthHealthcare

    African Swine Fever Spreads in Serbia, Eight Districts Affected

    African swine fever has spread to eight districts in Serbia, according to Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management Dragan Glamocic. The disease has been confirmed in the districts of Mačva, Srem, Obrenovac, and South Banat, with a total of 33,850 pigs having died or been euthanized since the beginning of the year. Glamocic emphasized that the virus is most commonly spread through wild boars and non-compliance with biosafety measures on farms. He also noted that there is still no vaccine against the disease, and the only effective measure is the euthanasia of infected animals.
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  21. PoliticsRegulatorsCorruptionMiddle East

    Judge Rejects Suspending Tax Investigations of Zapatero Family

    The judge in the 'Plus Ultra' case has rejected ordering Hacienda to suspend the tax investigations of former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, his wife Sonsoles Espinosa, their daughters Laura and Alba Rodríguez, and the company Whathefav. The judge agreed with the Anti-corruption Prosecutor's Office that there is no correspondence between the criminal investigation and the tax inspections. The only exception is the investigation into the jewels found in Zapatero's office, but the fiscal and penal scope of these items is still pending definition. The judge also rejected the argument that the tax inspection should be suspended due to potential self-incrimination.
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