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  1. SocietyEarthDefenseFraud

    Dangerous Sibutramine Found in Russian Dietary Supplements

    Mass sales of homemade dietary supplements containing sibutramine, a potent substance with dangerous side effects, have resumed on popular online platforms in Russia. These supplements, sold under brands like Supressa, Ultra Lipo 3, and Mineral Balance, contain twice as much sibutramine as previously banned products 'Molecule' and 'Molecule Plus'. The main consumers are schoolgirls and students, who are misled about the natural composition. Experts believe these supplements are produced in Kazakhstan using Chinese industrial raw materials.
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  2. SocietyCorruptionOrganized CrimeWhite-collarFraud

    Pensioners Fall Victim to Phone Scammers Across Russia

    In several regions across Russia, pensioners have been targeted by phone scammers, resulting in significant financial losses. In Moscow, a pensioner lost 18 million rubles, while in Tambov, a courier of scammers took 1.7 million rubles from a pensioner. Similar incidents were reported in Penza, Kuban, Kherson, and Shelehov, with amounts ranging from 600 thousand to 8 million rubles. The scammers typically pose as representatives of legitimate organizations and use psychological pressure to convince their victims to transfer money.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Cuba Celebrates Fidel Castro's Centennial

    The Broad Front highlighted the historical significance of Fidel Castro Ruz's life and work as his 100th birthday approaches. They emphasized his influence on Latin America and the Caribbean, particularly his struggle against colonialism, imperialism, and foreign domination policies. The organization urged young people to study his thought and political career. On the occasion of the anniversary, they expressed solidarity with the Cuban people and government, reaffirmed support for Cuba's sovereignty, and rejected the US embargo on the island.
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  4. WorldRegulatorsConstitutionProtestMiddle East

    Malaysia and Singapore Jointly Dismantle International Kidnapping Syndicate

    Malaysian and Singaporean police collaborated to dismantle an international kidnapping syndicate that targeted foreigners. A shootout during a raid in Alor Setar, Kedah resulted in the deaths of two foreign suspects. Police rescued a Singaporean man and a Chinese woman who were held captive and blindfolded. Six suspects, including five Chinese nationals and one Malaysian, were arrested. The syndicate is believed to be involved in at least two other kidnapping cases in Kuala Lumpur.
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  5. WorldMiddle EastWeatherPublic Health

    Heavy Snowfall Closes Mountain Passes in Eastern Cape, Stranding Motorists

    Heavy snowfall has led to the closure of several mountain passes in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, stranding motorists. The affected passes include Barkly Pass, Penhoek Pass, Boesmanshoek Pass, Lootsberg Pass, and Wapadsberg Pass. Emergency personnel are working to assist those trapped by the snow. Motorists are urged to avoid these routes and check road conditions before traveling.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsConstitutionMiddle East

    András Baka Elected as New Hungarian President

    The Hungarian Parliament has elected András Baka as the new President of Hungary. Baka, a respected lawyer and former judge at the European Court of Human Rights, was nominated by the ruling Tisza party and elected unopposed. He succeeds Tamás Sulyok, who was removed from office through a constitutional amendment. Baka's election is seen as a step towards restoring the rule of law and democratic principles in Hungary.
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  9. WorldEarthFlood

    Over a Million Evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin Hits China

    Typhoon Dolphin has caused over a million people to be evacuated in eastern China, including Shanghai, due to heavy rainfall and flooding. The storm, with wind speeds reaching 42 m/s, has caused roads and courtyards to flood, with some residents trapped in their homes. Shanghai received record-breaking rainfall of up to 400 mm in a day. Evacuations and travel disruptions have been reported across the region.
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  10. WorldMiddle East

    Almaty Reports Over 2000 Traffic Violations in 24 Hours

    Almaty's prosecutor's office reported over 2000 traffic violations in the past 24 hours, including hundreds of serious offenses posing high risk to road users. Violations included driving under the influence (10-13 cases), driving without a license (1 case), using fake license plates (2 cases), dangerous maneuvers ('shashki') (59-69 cases), not wearing seatbelts (69-135 cases), driving onto the opposite lane (8-12 cases), and using mobile phones while driving (29-92 cases). 16-48 vehicles were impounded.
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  16. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    Lebanon Prepares for Iraqi Oil Transit

    Lebanon's government is taking steps to facilitate the storage and re-export of Iraqi crude oil and products passing through the country. This includes rehabilitating tanker routes, improving border crossings, enhancing security measures at storage facilities, and preparing logistics and infrastructure. The aim is to revive the Kirkuk-Tripoli pipeline and serve as an initial storage and re-export hub for Iraqi crude and petroleum products.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaWeather

    Venezuela Expresses Solidarity with Colombia After Earthquake

    The Government of Venezuela has expressed its solidarity with Colombia following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the neighboring country. The Venezuelan Government offered to send a rescue team to support assistance efforts. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, on behalf of its people and authorities, extended its deepest solidarity and brotherhood to the people and Government of Colombia. The Bishops' Conference of Venezuela also expressed its solidarity with Colombia after the earthquake.
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  19. SportsHockey

    Raiders Name Kirk Cousins Starting QB Over Fernando Mendoza

    The Las Vegas Raiders have announced Kirk Cousins as their starting quarterback for the upcoming season, with Fernando Mendoza serving as his backup. This decision was reflected in the team's first unofficial depth chart release ahead of their preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals. While Mendoza had been working behind Aidan O'Connell during the offseason program, he has since moved up to the second quarterback unit. The team has stated their preference to develop Mendoza behind an experienced quarterback, rather than rushing him into the lineup immediately. The timetable for Mendoza taking over remains flexible, depending on Cousins' performance and the team's standing in the league.
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  23. CultureReligion

    Govinda Accepts Wife's Cheating Allegations

    Actor Govinda has seemingly accepted his wife Sunita Ahuja's claims about his past affairs. The couple has been married for over three decades and has two children. This development comes amidst reports of tension between the couple, with Sunita previously alleging that Govinda had many affairs during their marriage. Govinda, known for his comedic roles in Bollywood, has not yet made an official statement on the matter.
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  24. WorldEarth

    Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Delhi-NCR

    Delhi-NCR is expected to receive scattered moderate to heavy rain with thunderstorms today. The brief but intense spells could disrupt travel, though the rain threat is expected to ease after evening. The Meteorological Department has issued a rain alert for many states from north to south and east to west on 11 August. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
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