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  1. WorldMiddle East

    Inflation in Iran Reaches 84.4% in August

    The Central Bank of Iran has announced that the point-to-point inflation index in August reached 84.4%, a significant increase from the previous month's 83.9% and last year's 41%. This high inflation rate is accompanied by a rise in the consumer price index and a widening gap between inflation rates. The annual inflation rate for the 12-month period ending in August was 69.9%, with monthly inflation reaching 89%.
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  4. WorldAsia

    Moscow Region's Top Schools for 2026

    The best schools in the Moscow region for 2026 were named at the Pedagogical Forum. Lyceum No. 23 in Podolsk, Gymnasium No. 41 in Lyubertsy, and Lyceum named after Hero of the Soviet Union P.V. Streltsev in Voskresensk topped the list. These schools were recognized for their excellence based on various quality education indicators. Additionally, Primakov Gymnasium and Phystech Lyceum were awarded 'Flagship of Education' for their consistent leadership. Moscow region students excelled in international olympiads and Unified State Exam, winning 41 medals and achieving 1021 perfect scores respectively.
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  5. PoliticsAppointments

    Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Steps Down

    President Trump's press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, is stepping down after 20 months in the role. Leavitt, 29, is leaving to spend more time with her family but will remain involved with Trump as a senior outside adviser. Her last day is Friday, and responsibilities for White House press briefings will rotate among top administration officials until a replacement is named. Several names have been floated as possible replacements, including CNN's Scott Jennings.
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  6. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionAfrica

    McDonald’s Worker Shoots Colleague, Killed by Police

    Jonhatan Anguiano, a 29-year-old McDonald’s employee, shot and injured a female colleague at a California restaurant before being fatally shot by responding police officers. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on August 24. Anguiano entered the restaurant armed with a semi-automatic pistol and fired multiple times, injuring one employee. Police arrived and encountered Anguiano, who opened fire on them, leading to an exchange of gunfire. The injured employee was hospitalized in stable condition. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear.
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  11. PoliticsPeaceWarMiddle East

    Netanyahu Secretly Communicated with Hamas in 2014

    Israeli media reports allege that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held direct communications with Hamas leader Gaza Hamad during the 2014 war without the knowledge of the security and military establishment. A businessman sent by Netanyahu spoke directly with Hamas leader Gaza Hamad in Gaza over several weeks, seeking a ceasefire from the first day of Operation 'Protective Edge'. The security and military establishment discovered these secret communications, leaving them shocked.
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  12. BusinessLawBudget

    Serbian Parliament Debates Budget Rebalance

    The National Assembly of Serbia is holding an extraordinary session to discuss a proposal for budget rebalancing, which is the first item on a 59-item agenda. The rebalance, aimed at increasing allocations for citizens and investments, has sparked debate among MPs, with the opposition criticizing the constant increase in the deficit. Other items on the agenda include several financial laws, proposals for amendments to various laws, and reports on the work of certain agencies.
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  15. WorldEarthClimateGrid

    La Guaira Prepares New Construction Norms After Earthquakes

    La Guaira is preparing new construction norms following recent earthquakes. The process involves seismic vulnerability studies, assessments of soils and basins, which will define criteria for territorial reordering and future urban developments in the state. The reconstruction efforts following the earthquake on 24 June will also pave the way for a review of construction and planning criteria based on scientific studies.
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  16. PoliticsNorth America

    Sadoun Bloc Pushes for Popular Mobilization Law

    Representatives of the Sadoun Bloc have been advocating for the enactment of the Popular Mobilization Law. Salem Al-Abbasi and Mohammed Al-Baldawi, spokespeople for the bloc, have emphasized the urgency of sending the law to Parliament for voting. The bloc has adopted the law since the previous parliamentary session and has met with Prime Minister Al-Zaydi to demand its expedited passage. Sakhr Hassan Al-Amashani, another representative, has stated that voting on the law is not a favor but a right for the sacrifices of Popular Mobilization members.
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  18. WorldLocal GovMiddle East

    Boko Haram Dominates Kidnapping and Ransom Payments in Nigeria

    Over 7,000 people were kidnapped across Nigeria in one year, with a total of N7.78 billion (approximately $5.8 million) paid in ransom. Boko Haram was responsible for the majority of these kidnappings and received over 90% of the ransom payments, amounting to N7.19 billion (₦719.4 million). By contrast, unaffiliated kidnappers collected only ₦719.4 million (9.2% of the national total).
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  19. PoliticsConstitutionMiddle EastIsrael

    IDF Allows Palestinian Security Forces in Area C, Leading to Settler Abduction

    The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) has been permitting Palestinian Authority security personnel to operate in Area C, resulting in the abduction of a reserve soldier by armed Palestinian officers. Despite clear evidence, the IDF has not imposed sanctions on the Palestinian forces or defined the incident as a kidnapping. The IDF has since suspended security coordination with the Palestinian Authority in the Benjamin region and demands that they bring the officers involved to justice.
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  21. PoliticsLawCorruptionNorth America

    UEFA Files Criminal Complaint Against FIFA's Infantino Over World Cup Sell-Off

    UEFA is preparing a criminal complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Swiss courts for possible financial mismanagement over his failed plan to sell future World Cup profits to private investors. UEFA alleges that Infantino promoted a fraudulently off-market price for his own benefit. The complaint relates to Infantino's attempt to sell a 20% stake in a FIFA subsidiary running commercial events, including the World Cup, to Thrive Capital Management for $4.2 billion.
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  23. WorldRegulatorsElectionsMiddle East

    Uganda: President's Son Announces 2031 Presidential Bid

    Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni and head of the army, has declared his intention to run for president in 2031. The 52-year-old, known for his controversial social media posts, predicts a landslide victory with his father's support. This announcement comes amid speculation about succession plans as Museveni, 81, enters his seventh term.
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  24. WorldLawCivil RightsMiddle East

    Mexico to Prohibit Dual Nationality for Presidential and Governorship Candidates

    Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has proposed a constitutional reform to prevent individuals with dual nationality from running for president or governor. The initiative aims to ensure that candidates prioritize Mexico's interests above all others and prevent foreign interference. The proposal comes amidst tensions between Mexico and the United States over security matters and warnings about potential actions against Mexican cartels.
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