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  1. WorldMiddle East

    San Sebastián de los Reyes 2026 Bull Runs Begin with First Encierro

    The San Sebastián de los Reyes 2026 festivities kicked off with the first bull run (encierro) featuring bulls from the Hermanos Tardeu ranch. The run lasted 2 minutes and 8 seconds, resulting in ten interventions, mostly due to falls, and one hospital transfer due to a head injury. Despite the injuries, the run was described as clean and fast. The bulls were then transported to the Bullring for the traditional general capea.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsNorth America

    Instagram's Mosseri Testifies on 'Take a Break' Feature

    Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, testified in a high-stakes trial about the app's 'Take a Break' feature for teens. He admitted it struggled to gain traction initially, with only 1.8% of teens using it when it launched. The feature was later made default for teen accounts. Mosseri also acknowledged that Instagram's public presentation of Take a Break's performance did not include the low activation rate.
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  5. WorldLocal GovCivil RightsMiddle East

    CALM Demands Halt to Forced Locality Amalgamation

    The Congress of Local Authorities from Moldova (CALM) is calling for a halt to the government's normative amalgamation program of localities until a legal framework regulating the procedure is adopted. CALM argues that several public local authorities have received notifications regarding their inclusion in clusters and the establishment of administrative centers without sufficient consultation and necessary resources. Some mayors complain about forced merging of localities, while the government denies these allegations and states that the process is transparent. CALM also accuses the government of putting pressure on mayors during the administrative-territorial reform.
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  6. WorldRegulatorsCorruptionMiddle East

    Hackers Leak Data of 70,000 Moroccan Spies, Threaten to Expose Ceuta Plan Orchestrators

    A group of hackers, Jabaroot, has published data of 70,000 Moroccan intelligence agents and threatened to reveal the names of those who coordinated the Ceuta plan. The group, which claims to operate from Algeria, has been causing problems for the Moroccan autocracy through leaks in recent times. The data was first uploaded on Telegram and later on a Russian forum. The group also claimed to have data related to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez from the Pegasus spyware, but provided no proof. Cybersecurity experts advise caution when downloading files from such groups as they may contain malicious software.
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  10. SportsTennis

    AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia: Champions League Playoff Showdown

    AEK Athens hosts Levski Sofia in the second leg of their Champions League playoff round, with a place in the league phase still to be settled after a goalless draw in Sofia. Both sides arrive with domestic pedigree, having won their respective leagues, and both have shown attacking prowess in recent games. However, with everything to play for and a cautious first leg, a tight, defensive match is expected. UEFA has assigned one of their best referees for the clash, which will be broadcast live on MEGA and Cosmote Sport 2. AEK has the home advantage and is looking to secure qualification for the first time in the league phase of the Champions League.
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  16. TechHardwareTelecomPrivacy

    Dan Stevens to Star as RoboCop in Prime Video Series

    Dan Stevens has been cast as the lead in Amazon Prime Video's 'RoboCop' series, reprising the iconic role of Alex Murphy/RoboCop. The show, developed by Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Amazon MGM Studios, will explore themes of technology, identity, and corporate power. It will consist of eight episodes and is set to update the original 1987 film's story for modern audiences.
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  17. WorldBillMiddle EastCentral AsiaChina

    Ukraine Thanks Cyprus for EU Integration Support

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude to Cypriot President Nicos Christodoulides for his country's support during its EU presidency, which led to the opening of the first negotiating cluster with the EU. Zelensky emphasized the importance of opening all remaining clusters and reiterated Ukraine's reliance on Cyprus' continued support for its EU integration. Both leaders appreciated other forms of support and hoped to increase cooperation in other areas.
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  18. PoliticsExecutiveRegulatorsNorth America

    Iran's Leaders Admit Economic Pressure is Working

    Iran's leaders are acknowledging the impact of U.S. economic pressure, with President Masoud Pezeshkian stating 'The war must come to an end at some point' and parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warning that Iran cannot endure without economic growth and domestic production. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has vowed to continue severing Iran's economic lifelines.
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  21. WorldEarth

    Storm Uproots Trees in Ungheni Municipality

    A strong storm hit Ungheni municipality on August 25, uprooting dozens of trees, especially in the city center and Tineretcului microdistrict. Specialized services are addressing the aftermath and will continue working throughout the night. Residents are urged to avoid dangerous areas and not attempt to clear fallen trees or other objects. The storm resulted in 23 calls regarding fallen trees in approximately 30 minutes.
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  22. ScienceMiddle EastHockey

    NASCAR to Race on Military Bases in 2027 and 2028

    NASCAR has announced plans to race on active military bases in 2027 and 2028. The 2027 event will take place at Naval Base Coronado in California over the weekend of July 30-August 1, featuring the NASCAR Cup and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. This follows the success of the inaugural race at the same location in June 2023. In 2028, NASCAR will move to another U.S. military installation as part of a multi-year plan with the Department of Defense. The 2027 schedule will also include four road/street courses, with Circuit of the Americas, Sonoma Raceway, and Watkins Glen International joining Naval Base Coronado.
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  23. BusinessBudget

    AERA Reduces User Development Fee at Hyderabad Airport

    Regulator AERA has reduced user development fees for departing domestic and international passengers at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Effective September 1, the fees have been set at Rs 515 for domestic passengers and Rs 1,030 for international passengers. The new tariffs will be in effect until March 31, 2031. The regulator also rationalized landing charges and allowed a variable tariff plan to incentivize traffic development.
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  24. PoliticsBaseball

    Roger Federer's US Open Farewell

    At 45, Roger Federer returns to the US Open for an exhibition match, marking his final farewell to the tournament and its fans. He will play alongside tennis legends Andy Roddick, Andre Agassi, and John McEnroe. Federer, a five-time US Open champion, missed his proper farewell in 2019 due to injuries and retirement. In his press conference, he reflected on his career and what he wants to be remembered for.
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