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  1. WorldBillMiddle East

    Russia, Serbia Discuss Gas Supply Extension

    Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak met with Serbian leaders at the Eastern Economic Forum to discuss extending gas supply agreements under favorable terms. Novak praised the consistent political dialogue between the two countries despite international complexities. Serbian officials expressed their desire to maintain long-term gas supply agreements with Russia, citing reliability and stability.
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  2. ScienceNorth AmericaBudgetTrade

    AI Data Center Boom: $31.6 Trillion by 2050

    Global data center spending is set to reach $31.6 trillion through 2050 to meet the world's growing appetite for AI, an investment boom with no precedent in history, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers. The bulk of the spending will go into hardware like AI chips from Nvidia, with the US capturing nearly half of the projected spending. However, power availability, data sovereignty, and semiconductor supply chains will shape where investments occur. The AI infrastructure cycle dwarfs previous capital-intensive projects like the internet and electrification, resetting every four to six years.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Mitsui OSK Warns of Long-Term Hormuz Shipping Disruption

    Mitsui OSK Lines, the world's largest tanker operator, expects shipping disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz to last longer than previously thought due to recent attacks. The company now anticipates no normalization by the end of the year, contrary to its earlier projection of January 2027. The recent escalation of hostilities between the U.S. and Iran has increased risks, leading Mitsui OSK to halt operations in the region.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Houthi Rebels Launch Wide Offensive in Yemen's Western Coast

    Houthi rebels have initiated a large-scale offensive along the western coastal fronts in Yemen, aiming to advance towards new areas south of the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Military sources report the use of ballistic missiles and drones in the offensive, with fierce battles taking place between the Houthis and the forces of the internationally recognized government of Yemen in the mentioned areas. The Houthis also announced the start of new military exercises in the Red Sea.
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  11. SportsBoxing

    Springboks Beat All Blacks 29-24 in Soweto, Take Series Lead

    The Springboks secured a thrilling 29-24 victory over the All Blacks in the third Test at FNB Stadium in Soweto, taking a 2-1 lead in the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. The win was built on a dominant scrum performance, with Ox Nché and Wilco Louw shining in the front row. Ethan Hooker's electric playmaking and old-guard grit from Pieter-Steph du Toit and Jesse Kriel also contributed to the victory. However, the match was marred by injuries, with Cheslin Kolbe breaking his jaw and unlikely to feature in the Baltimore finale.
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  15. PoliticsMiddle EastDefenseCounterterrorism

    Heavy Ukrainian Losses in Russia's Special Military Operation

    Ukraine's Armed Forces have suffered significant casualties in Russia's Special Military Operation (SVO). In the 'North' action zone, over 315 soldiers were lost in a single day. In the 'East' sector, Ukrainian forces lost up to 340 soldiers in a day. Over the past week, Ukraine's military has lost over 2,230 troops in the 'East', over 1,365 in the 'South', and nearly 2,700 in the 'Center' grouping.
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  16. WorldNorth AmericaChinaTrade

    China Halts Rare Earth Exports to US Amid Tensions

    Chinese rare earth firms have temporarily halted select exports to the United States due to escalating tensions between the two countries. The move has caused supply shortages and price increases for critical materials used in defense, semiconductor, aerospace, and energy industries. Delays in licensing have also affected U.S. firms, with the issue expected to be discussed during Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to Washington.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Yellow Weather Hazard Level Declared in Moscow Due to Strong Winds and Heavy Rain

    A 'yellow' weather hazard level has been declared in Moscow and the Moscow region due to expected strong winds and heavy rain. The warning will be in effect on September 2 from 9:00 to 21:00, with southwesterly winds with gusts up to 15 m/s expected. Meanwhile, strong rains and thunderstorms are forecast for the Moscow region today, also leading to a 'yellow' level of weather danger.
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  20. WorldLegislationRegulatorsCivil RightsMiddle East

    Moldova Implements Temporary Licensing for Cereal and Oilseed Imports

    Moldova's Parliament has approved a temporary licensing mechanism for the import of cereal and oilseed crops, aiming to protect local farmers from an influx of cheap products from neighboring countries, particularly Ukraine. The initiative, proposed by deputy Sergei Ivanov, allows imports of wheat, meslin, corn, and sunflower (including seeds for sowing) only with permits from the Ministry of Agriculture. The licensing period is controversial, with some arguing for a longer duration, while others propose a shorter term.
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  21. CultureUnited Kingdom

    Sandra Hüller to Play Wolfgang Herrndorf in Maria Schrader's 'Work and Structure'

    Oscar-nominated actress Sandra Hüller will portray late German writer and artist Wolfgang Herrndorf in Maria Schrader's upcoming film 'Arbeit und Struktur', an adaptation of Herrndorf's autobiographical work. The movie will explore Herrndorf's final years, his views on life, work, and impending death, with a blend of literary clarity and sarcastic humor.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    Most Expensive Bouquet for September 1st Costs 75,550 Rubles

    The most expensive bouquet for September 1st was ordered in Moscow for 75,550 rubles, according to Flowwow. This bouquet, a basket of bushy peony-like roses, was part of an overall increase of 24% in bouquet sales for the holiday compared to the same period in 2025. Over half of the bouquets were ordered on August 31st for same-day delivery, with most orders placed between 19:00 and 21:00.
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  23. SocietyMiddle EastCaribbeanWhite-collar

    TCC Employee Hits, Injures 2-Year-Old Boy, Flees Scene in Balta, Odesa Region

    In Balta, Odesa region, an employee of the Territorial Center for Quarantine and Observer (TCQ) hit and injured a two-year-old boy while conducting mobilization notification and then fled the scene. The child, who had moved away from his father, was hospitalized with injuries. Police are investigating the incident under articles for violation of traffic safety rules and leaving a person in danger.
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