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    Mexico Marks International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearances

    Mexico commemorated the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances on August 30, with families and collectives demanding action to locate over 130,000 missing persons. The Mexican Church urged making the search a 'national cause', while families criticized the government's response and called for concrete results. The day also saw an attack on Alma Rosa Rojo Medina, a prominent searcher in Sinaloa, highlighting the risks faced by those searching for the disappeared.
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    PS Primary 2027: Faure vs Glucksmann

    The Socialist Party's (PS) primary for the 2027 presidential election is heating up, with Olivier Faure and Raphaël Glucksmann emerging as favorites and rivals. Despite attempts to show unity at the party's summer university in Blois, tensions are rising between the two candidates. Faure's candidacy is seen as disrupting the initial dynamics of the primary, setting the stage for a high-stakes duel.
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    Israel Escalates Attacks on Southern Lebanon

    Israel is intensifying its military operations in southern Lebanon, with continuous attacks and incursions targeting several towns and villages. The Israeli enemy aims to control the strategic Ali Taahir area, despite Lebanese military expert Omar al-Ma'arabi's assertion that Israel cannot fully occupy it. The intensity and density of bombings are increasing, with residential areas affected. Civilians have been killed, including a young woman just days after her wedding. The Israeli leadership is seen as seeking a significant military success ahead of elections, with no signs of de-escalation.
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    US Warns of 'China Shock 2.0' Risk to Economy and Security

    Leland Miller, a US expert and founder of China Beige Book, spoke at the 21st International Seminar of Techint about the 'China Shock 2.0', warning that it poses risks not only to the economy and trade but also to the security of each country. Unlike the 'China Shock 1.0' of the early 2000s, this new challenge involves Chinese dominance in capital- and technology-intensive industries, as outlined in the 'Made in China 2025' plan published in 2015.
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    India Emerges as Key Petrol Supplier to Russia Amid Refinery Attacks

    Russian petrol stations are rationing fuel due to Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, causing shortages across the nation. Russia is now importing finished petrol from countries like India to meet demand. Indian refiners supplied as much as 1 million barrels of gasoline in the last two months, with supplies coming mainly from Vadinar refinery in Gujarat, operated by Nayara Energy, which is half owned by Russia's Rosneft. Since 2022, India has pivoted towards Russia to meet a bulk of its crude oil needs, which are used to make fuels like petrol and diesel. Russia's seaborne gasoline imports surged to a record around 125,000 barrels per day in August, as repeated attacks on its refineries disrupted domestic fuel production.
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    CZ's Rational Decisions: From Bitcoin Bet to Prison Memoir

    CZ, the founder of Binance, is known for his rational decision-making. In 2014, he sold a $90 million apartment to invest in Bitcoin, calculating the risk of 'going to zero'. In 2023, he pleaded guilty to anti-money laundering violations, serving a 4-month prison sentence to protect Binance. He chose not to sell his $16 billion stake in Terra during its collapse, aligning with his principle of not harming users. CZ's decision-making model categorizes decisions by size and reversibility, and he wrote a memoir while in prison.
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    Vikings' J.J. McCarthy's Future Uncertain Amid QB Battle and Injury

    Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has struggled in the preseason, raising concerns about his future with the team. He has not led any drives to a touchdown and has shown indecision and inaccuracy. Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond believes the team should not give up on McCarthy yet, but his position is uncertain as he is splitting second-team reps with Carson Wentz. McCarthy missed the preseason finale against the Broncos due to an ankle injury, further complicating his status. His comfort with being QB3 could dictate his future in Minnesota, with some insiders predicting he may not make the final 53-man roster. The Dolphins are reportedly a team to watch in McCarthy rumors, as they may be interested in acquiring him if he becomes available.
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    Haldwani Purification Row: Rahul Gandhi Demands Action Against Guilty

    Rahul Gandhi held a press conference showing Mallikarjun Kharge's speech in Haldwani where Hindu organizations claimed to have purified the stage after his rally. Rahul accused PM Modi of not taking action against the guilty. BJP hit back, denying involvement and accusing Congress of politicization. Dalit leaders and opposition parties condemned the incident, demanding action under SC/ST Act.
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