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  3. WorldMiddle East

    President Abelardo de la Espriella Visits Medellín for Silleteros Parade

    President Abelardo de la Espriella will visit Medellín on Sunday, August 9, to attend the traditional Silleteros Parade, one of the main events of the Flower Fair. This will be his first official visit to the capital of Antioquia since he took office as President of Colombia for the 2026-2030 term. The president's visit was confirmed by Alejandro De Bedout, president of the Medellín City Council.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast AsiaChina

    China Donates 5,000 Photovoltaic Systems to Cuba for Rural Electrification and Essential Services

    The Chinese government has officially delivered a second donation of 5,000 photovoltaic systems to Cuba. This donation aims to electrify isolated homes in rural areas and support health centers, medical emergencies, children's circles, orphanages, and bank branches. The systems have a higher power of 3.6 kilowatt-hours (kwh) compared to last year's donation and double their energy storage capacity to 14.3 kwh, increasing their efficiency and adaptability to Cuba's energy system. This donation comes amidst Cuba's deep energy crisis, with an outdated energy system and lack of necessary investments over the years.
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    Zuckerberg's Yacht Refuses to Help Stranded Boat

    Mark Zuckerberg's superyacht 'Launchpad' was accused of ignoring distress calls from a stranded boat in Alaska, forcing a farther-away cruise ship to step in. The incident occurred when a 21-foot boat ran out of fuel between Juneau and Petersburg. Despite being closer, Zuckerberg's yacht did not respond to the calls for help. Passengers on the responding cruise ship booed the yacht's crew when they heard about the incident. Neither Zuckerberg nor his wife was on board at the time.
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  8. TechSoutheast Asia

    Gods of Gamblers Win Millions on 8T Entertainment City

    8T Entertainment City, a leading global digital network gaming platform, has been attracting 'Gods of Gamblers' who are winning millions in a short span. Players have withdrawn amounts ranging from 130 million U to 200 million U in just a few hours. One player won 50 million U with an initial capital of only 2000 U in 10 days, demonstrating a super high win rate. The platform offers a first deposit bonus of up to 18888 U, second and third deposit bonuses of 8888 U each, and a large withdrawal bonus of 18888 U. It also provides daily red packet grabs, billion U cashback, and VIP levels with weekly and monthly salaries.
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    Black Powder Explosion Injures Eight in German Residential Building

    In an explosion in a residential building in the Sauerland region, Germany, eight people were injured. Investigators suspect a black powder explosion. Six people sustained minor injuries, while one person was flown to a hospital with burns. Around 60 emergency services personnel were on site, including bomb disposal experts. The cause of the explosion was initially unclear.
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  10. CultureEurope

    Famous Bald Eagle Jackie Fighting for Life After Injury

    Jackie, the internet-famous bald eagle from Big Bear Lake, is critically ill at a rehabilitation center after being injured in a fight with two younger eagles. The Ojai Raptor Center shared that Jackie's condition is unstable and her packed cell volume remains critically low despite treatment for anemia. Jackie's status is being monitored by various wildlife services and a veterinarian team. She was admitted to the center almost three weeks ago after being found injured near Dana Point Park in San Bernardino County, California.
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  11. WorldLawMiddle EastNorth America

    US Provides Ukraine with Intelligence for Strikes on Russian Energy Facilities

    The United States continues to share intelligence with Ukraine, including data for targeting Russian energy infrastructure and military positions. This is reported by multiple sources, including The Atlantic. CIA Director John Ratcliffe is credited with maintaining this policy, impressing President Trump with data on Russian battlefield losses, which have exceeded 40,000 per month. The intelligence exchange is seen as a continuation of US support for Ukraine, with no other forms of assistance mentioned.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Dubai-it Award Opens Nominations

    The Dubai-it Award, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has opened its first round of nominations from August 10 to September 10, 2026. The award aims to honor individuals, projects, companies, and institutions that have embodied Dubai's work philosophy, achieving something extraordinary with precision, distinction, and speed. It covers ten fields reflecting Dubai's development experience and is supervised by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Nominations can be submitted through the award's digital platform at www.dubai-it.ae.
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    Gamers Protest 'Choice' Video Event, Demand Refunds

    Veteran video game players express frustration over the 'Choice' video event, accusing the platform of internal collusion and not refunding their money when they lose. They argue that the platform chooses websites and venues, making it their responsibility when users win money. Players demand refunds and express their dissatisfaction with the platform's handling of the situation.
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  22. PoliticsWarMiddle EastUkraine

    Zelensky Announces Imminent Combat Use of Ukrainian Ballistic Missiles

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukrainian-made ballistic missiles could enter combat use as early as this fall. The missiles, produced by the Fire Point company, are expected to be combat-ready within 2-3 months. Zelensky's announcement comes amidst ongoing Russian attacks on Kyiv and its surroundings using ballistic missiles, which Ukrainian air defense has been unable to intercept.
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    Ukraine to Delay Patriot Missile Production Despite Licenses

    Ukraine will not produce missiles for the Patriot system on its own territory, even if permitted, due to concerns from the US about potential corruption and destruction of production facilities by Russian military attacks. Ukrainian President Zelensky has acknowledged that even if licenses are obtained, it will take at least a year to start production due to bureaucratic procedures. American manufacturers of Patriot missiles have expressed concerns about transferring licenses to Ukraine, fearing intellectual property theft and technology transfer.
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