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  2. SportsMiddle EastBasketball

    New York Yankees Manager Praises Spencer Jones' Impact

    New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised rookie outfielder Spencer Jones' impact on the team before their series finale against the Los Angeles Angels. Boone noted that Jones can 'change the game' due to his ability to contribute offensively and on the bases. Since his recall in June, Jones has hit .256 with nine home runs, nine stolen bases, and an .823 OPS. Boone also mentioned that Jones has earned more playing time, leading to Trent Grisham getting a day off.
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  5. WorldAsiaLogistics

    India's UPI Ecosystem Faces Changes with Taxation Bill, 2026

    The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 has been passed by the Lok Sabha, removing the statutory prohibition on levying Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI payments. This bill changes the economics of India's UPI ecosystem, raising questions about future MDR charges and their impact on small businesses and low-value digital payments. Experts suggest that any future MDR should be low, transparent, and targeted at large merchants with safeguards for small businesses and ordinary users to preserve digital payments adoption.
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  8. SocietyCorruptionFraudJustice

    Yasin Sulaiman Allowed to Return Home After Four Years

    Singer and composer Yasin Sulaiman has been discharged from Hospital Bahagia Ulu Kinta, Perak, after over four years of treatment and is now allowed to return home. The news was shared by his friend Akbar Azmi on the social media platform Threads. Yasin was previously sentenced to life imprisonment and 16 strokes for drug-related charges, but the Court of Appeal overturned this decision and ordered him to be placed back at the hospital until permitted by the Sultan of Selangor.
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  9. PoliticsMiddle EastChinaDefense

    Russia Secretly Helps Iran Develop Advanced Supersonic Missiles

    Russia has been secretly assisting Iran in developing advanced supersonic cruise missiles since 2023, according to an investigation by the Financial Times. The covert program, codenamed C430L, involves Russian missile experts helping Iran develop a ramjet propulsion system capable of maintaining speeds several times the speed of sound. This technology could be used in anti-ship and ground-based cruise missiles, posing a threat to US warships in the Middle East. The program continued even after the US and Israel started their war with Iran in 2026.
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  14. WorldMiddle East

    Santa Fe vs. Millonarios: Capital Classic in Liga BetPlay

    Independiente Santa Fe hosts Millonarios in the Liga BetPlay's round-robin phase, a rescheduled match due to a concert at El Campín stadium. The game takes place on September 2, 2026, at 8:25 p.m. Colombian time, and will be broadcast exclusively through Win Sports, Win + Fútbol, and Win Play. The match is crucial for both teams' futures, with Santa Fe aiming to approach the top eight and Millonarios seeking to maintain their good streak without losing.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Carapaz Maintains Fifth Place in Vuelta a España

    Richard Carapaz, the Ecuadorian cyclist, maintained his fifth position in the general classification of the Vuelta a España 2026 after completing stage 11 between Cartagena and Lorca. He finished 49th in the stage but kept his time with the winner, Matthew Brennan. Carapaz is now 3 minutes and 26 seconds behind the leader, Enric Mas, and less than two minutes from the podium. The next stages, including four mountain stages, could change his position in the race.
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  17. U.S.ExecutiveAppointmentsNorth America

    White House Discourages U.S. Space Companies from Attending Macron's Summit

    The White House has discouraged U.S. space companies from attending French President Emmanuel Macron’s September 9–10 space summit in Paris, warning that participation could be interpreted as support for EU policies the administration considers unfriendly to American industry. Companies including SpaceX, Stoke Space, K2 Space and Astra were told that attendance ultimately remained their decision. Officials from the White House science office, State Department, Commerce Department, and NASA are still expected to attend the summit.
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  19. U.S.Local GovLeadershipPenalty

    Trump-Faced Coins Sell Out Hours After Launch

    The U.S. Mint began selling $1 coins featuring President Donald Trump's face on Wednesday to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. The coins, priced at $61 for a roll of 25 and $154.50 for a bag of 100, sold out within hours of their release. The coins, which have a gold-like finish but are made of base metal, sparked controversy due to their high price and the depiction of a living president on U.S. currency. The coins are also in circulation, according to the Mint.
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  20. SocietyMiddle EastFraudSafety

    Israeli Settler Attacks in West Bank Kill Two Palestinians

    Two Palestinian teenagers were killed when Israeli settlers, accompanied by Israeli forces, attacked the village of Al Mughayir near Ramallah. The attack resulted in the death of Omar Muhamad Naji Al Naasan (19) and Jalil Rasem Jalil Shahada (16). The Israeli army claimed they entered the village to recover stolen livestock and fired at 'key instigators' after being targeted with rocks.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    USS Abraham Lincoln Arrives in Thailand After Eight Months at Sea

    The USS Abraham Lincoln, an American aircraft carrier, has made its first port visit in over eight months, docking in Thailand. This marks a significant milestone for the ship, which has been on a record-breaking deployment without any port stops for 250 days. The carrier's arrival was announced by various sources, including CNN and the official Twitter account of the U.S. Navy News.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    Mercosur Foreign Ministers Meet to Resolve Export Quota Dispute with EU

    The foreign ministers of Mercosur are holding an informal meeting in Montevideo to discuss and resolve differences over export quotas with the European Union. The meeting aims to reduce political and commercial tensions among Mercosur members, particularly regarding the distribution of quotas. The ministers ordered their technical teams to continue working on the issue and agreed to meet again within 45 to 60 days to advance on the matter.
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  24. SocietyHealthcareMental HealthDefense

    Maradona's Medical Team Criticized in Trial; Experts Say He Needed Inpatient Care

    The trial over the death of Diego Maradona continues with testimonies from medical experts who served on an interdisciplinary panel. Psychiatrist José Luis Covelli and clinical doctor Ramiro Larrea testified that Maradona should have been admitted to a clinic or rehabilitation institution after his neurosurgery due to alcohol withdrawal symptoms and deteriorating health. They agreed that his home care was inadequate and that he posed a risk to himself and others. The panel's conclusions are key evidence against the doctors on trial for simple homicide with eventual intent.
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