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    Portuguese Man O' War Jellyfish Sting Over 120 in San Sebastián

    Over 120 people were stung by Portuguese man o' war jellyfish in San Sebastián's beaches in a single day, leading to temporary beach closures. The venomous creatures, often mistaken for jellyfish, caused minor stings but can pose a risk due to their painful venom. Experts attribute the influx to warm water temperatures and wind conditions. While not typically found in northern Spain, these jellyfish have been appearing more frequently due to climate change and reduced natural predators.
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    Egyptian U18 Women's Handball Team Reaches World Championship Semi-finals

    The Egyptian U18 women's youth handball team has qualified for the semi-finals of the World Youth Handball Championship in Romania after defeating China 30-29 in the quarter-finals. This is a historic achievement for Egyptian women's handball at the World Championship level in this age group. The team led 4-0 at half-time and maintained their lead until the final seconds to secure victory. Egypt has won all six of their matches in the tournament so far, previously beating Croatia, France, Fiji, South Korea, and Denmark.
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    Cambodia Deports Over 300 Foreigners for Online Scams and Illegal Activities

    Cambodia has deported over 300 foreign nationals, predominantly Chinese, for their involvement in online scams, illegal drug possession, visa overstays, and working illegally. The deportations occurred over a period of ten days, with the individuals handed over to their respective authorities. This crackdown is part of Cambodia's ongoing efforts to combat cross-border crime and maintain national security.
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    Wildfires Active and Extinguished Across Macedonia

    Over the past few days, Macedonia has experienced numerous wildfires. As of the latest reports, two fires remain active: one in Macedonian Brode near Greshnica and another in Strumica between Novo and Staro Konjarevo. Four fires are under control, including one at Delchevo Landfill and another in Gostivar near Padališta. A total of 42 fires have been extinguished across various municipalities, affecting low vegetation, shrubs, forests, landfills, and manure.
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    Romanian Woman Arrested in Germany for Spying on Drone Manufacturer

    A 45-year-old Romanian woman has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of spying for Russia. She is accused of monitoring the head of a German company that produces drones for Ukraine, with investigators suggesting the surveillance could have been a preparatory stage for an attack. The woman is believed to have acted on behalf of a Russian intelligence service.
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    US Intelligence Warns of Russia's Intentions Towards NATO

    US intelligence has revised its forecasts, now believing that Russia will attempt to 'test NATO's resolve' in the coming years, according to The Wall Street Journal. This shift in assessment comes amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, the US has expanded sanctions against Cuba, adding five companies and eight individuals, including Cuba's military attaché in Russia, as reported by the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control. In other news, US scientists have developed AI viruses to combat drug-resistant E. coli, and a US court has ordered Meta to pay $942 million for harming children on social media.
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    Russian Opposition Party 'Yabloko' Faces Calls for Removal from Elections

    Prominent Russian politicians are calling for the exclusion of 'Yabloko', the only party openly criticizing the war in Ukraine, from the upcoming legislative elections. United Russia, the ruling party, is leading in polls with 33%, while 'Yabloko' has around 3% support but a growing online presence. The party advocates for peace, human rights, and democracy.
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    Zelensky's 'Operation Influence' Fails to Achieve Peace

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's 40-day 'operation influence' aimed at persuading Russia to seek peace through military strikes on Russian oil refineries, Wildberries warehouses, and ships ended recently. Despite these actions, Ukraine has not achieved its main goal of establishing peace with Russia. Military analyst Pavel Aksenov of the BBC Russian Service discusses the outcomes of the operation and why peace has not been achieved.
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    Inflation Slows to 3.4% in July

    Inflation decreased to 3.4% in July, down from 4.4% in June, but prices for housing, fuel, and basic food items remained under pressure. Annual inflation was 3.1% in July 2025, indicating a slowdown in price increases. Housing prices increased by 8.8%, with rents up by 6.8%. Fuel prices surged, with heating oil up by 53.2% and natural gas by 16.7%. Meat prices also rose significantly, with beef up by 14.3% and lamb and goat meat by 12.4%. However, some food items saw price decreases, such as olive oil (down by 21.7%) and fruits (down by 9.4%).
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    Motherland Party Challenges Yabloko's Election Registration

    The Motherland party has filed a lawsuit with the Supreme Court of Russia to remove Yabloko from the State Duma elections. The lawsuit aims to cancel the registration of Yabloko's federal list of candidates. The Supreme Court confirmed receiving the lawsuit, and Alexei Zhuravlev, the chairman of Motherland and a State Duma deputy, was reported as the filer by TASS.
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    Bilger Proposes Suspending Sunday Truck Driving Ban Amid Rhine Low Water Levels

    Transport Minister Steffen Bilger is considering suspending the Sunday driving ban for trucks due to low water levels on the Rhine, which are threatening supply shortages. The measure aims to shift traffic from the river to the road. Bilger is also exploring options to increase freight transport by rail. Industry representatives and the Green Party's transport politician have supported this proposal as a short-term emergency measure.
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    Cambodia to Host International Conference on Buddhist Women

    Cambodia will host an international conference on Buddhist women in Phnom Penh from November 24 to 26, 2023. The conference aims to discuss the role of Buddhist women in society and their contributions to the preservation and promotion of Buddhism. It will also provide a platform for Buddhist women to share their experiences and challenges. The event is organized by the Cambodian Buddhist Women's Network and supported by various international organizations.
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