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  1. PoliticsAsia

    IPN Resumes In-Person Admission Exams After UNAM Scandal

    The National Polytechnic Institute (IPN) is returning to in-person admission exams for the 27/2 semester, starting in January 2027. The change comes after a scandal at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), where alleged cheating with AI and identity fraud occurred during online exams. IPN's exam will be held on September 26, with results published on October 24. Key dates include: July 15 - call publication, August 30 - registration deadline, and January 25 - start of classes.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Qatar Extends LNG Supply Suspension to Italy Until November Due to Iran Crisis

    QatarEnergy has extended the suspension of LNG deliveries to Italian company Edison until November. The halt, initially announced in April due to disruptions caused by the US-Israeli war with Iran, affects around 6.4 billion cubic meters of gas annually, equivalent to about 10% of Italy's gas consumption. The minimum Qatar informed that the supply halt will last until November, with no LNG shipments possible from the Persian Gulf due to the Iranian crisis.
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  10. SocietyCivil RightsCorruptionWhite-collarFraud

    Grand Jury Finds DeSantis Admin Misappropriated $10M for Political Purposes

    A Florida grand jury report reveals that the DeSantis administration misappropriated $10 million from a Medicaid settlement, intended for poor children's health care, and funneled it through a charity tied to Casey DeSantis, the governor's wife, to defeat a 2024 marijuana legalization measure. The grand jury found insufficient evidence for criminal charges but noted clear misconduct.
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  11. SportsBoxing

    Tarik Skubal Returns to Detroit: Emotional Homecoming, Dominant Performance

    Tarik Skubal, traded from the Detroit Tigers to the Los Angeles Dodgers, returned to Comerica Park for the first time since the deal. Skubal received a mixed reaction from fans, with some cheering and others booing. He was emotional during a pregame video tribute but composed himself to pitch six innings, allowing only four hits and no walks, with seven strikeouts. Despite his dominant performance, Skubal was pulled after 83 pitches in the seventh inning.
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  12. SportsEuropeBaseball

    Dodgers' Struggles Against Playoff Teams Raise Concerns

    The Los Angeles Dodgers have been struggling against playoff-caliber teams, going 1-12 in their last 18 games against such opponents. Despite this, manager Dave Roberts isn't too concerned, stating that he'll still take his team against any winning team. The Dodgers' remaining schedule is relatively soft, with only six out of 28 games against teams with winning records. However, the Braves and Brewers have tougher schedules, which could impact the NL West standings.
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  16. WorldMiddle East

    Tamil Nadu Ministers Coordinate Nepal Rescue Efforts

    Four ministers from Tamil Nadu have traveled to Delhi to oversee rescue operations and coordinate relief efforts for Tamil Nadu residents stranded in Nepal following devastating flash floods. They have visited the Ministry of External Affairs' Situation Room and received 21 rescued individuals at Delhi airport. The ministers are working closely with the Indian government and local authorities to ensure the safe return of all affected Tamils.
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  18. PoliticsExecutiveLegislationRegulatorsMiddle East

    Peruvian Government Seeks Legislative Faculties for 120 Days

    The Peruvian Ministerial Council, led by President Keiko Fujimori, approved a request for legislative faculties to the Congress of the Republic. The request seeks to delegate powers to legislate in matters of citizen security, micro and small businesses, employment promotion, productive development, taxation, administrative simplification, and other urgent structural reforms. The project includes 66 requests and aims to strengthen citizen security, face climate change, and dynamize the national economy.
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  20. SocietyLocal GovAsiaGender

    Viola Davis Rejects Target's Apology Over Controversial Halloween Costume

    Actress Viola Davis has refused to accept an apology from Target over a children's Halloween costume that was criticized as racist. The Oscar-winning actress took to Instagram to express her disapproval of the costume, which she believes perpetuates harmful stereotypes against Black people. Target had previously apologized and removed the costume from its website, but Davis insists that the company has not demonstrated understanding of the issue's impact. The controversy has sparked discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the company.
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  21. SportsHockey

    Texas High School Football Returns

    The 2026 high school football season kicked off in Texas, with several key matchups and impressive performances. Notable games include Duncanville vs. Allen, Jenks (OK) vs. Southlake Carroll, and DeSoto (TX) vs. St. Thomas Aquinas (FL). In El Paso, Hanks defeated Montwood 63-27. In Houston, several games were played, including College Park vs. Iowa Colony and Katy Taylor vs. Oak Ridge. In San Antonio, Steele beat Reagan 52-21, and in Austin, Anderson defeated Johnson 34-6. Westlake hosted Inglewood (CA) in a highly anticipated matchup.
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  24. U.S.AppointmentsMiddle East

    US to End Security Assistance to Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga

    The Pentagon has decided not to renew its security assistance agreement with the Kurdish Peshmerga forces in Iraq, set to expire on October 28. This year, the Peshmerga received $61 million from the U.S. Department of Defense for weapons, training, and maintenance. The decision comes amidst ongoing tensions with Iran, which has targeted Kurdish forces in northern Iraq.
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