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  3. WorldEarth

    Classes Suspended Due to Fuego Volcano Activity

    The eruptive activity of the Fuego volcano in Guatemala continues to increase, leading to the suspension of in-person classes in several municipalities. The Ministry of Education (Mineduc) maintains preventive measures to protect students and teaching staff while the volcano remains active and the risk of lahars increases due to rain. The suspension covers all sectors and protects thousands of people in the affected municipalities. Authorities urge the population to stay informed and follow official instructions, especially those who reside or travel within a radius of 10 kilometers of the volcano.
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  4. CultureUnited Kingdom

    Yo Me Llamo: Auditions Continue with Mixed Results

    The eleventh season of 'Yo Me Llamo' continued with auditions on August 3 and 4, 2026. Participants impersonated various artists, with some advancing to the next phase while others were eliminated. Notable performances included Diomedes Díaz, Sarah Brightman, Alejandro Fernández, and Jessi Uribe. The level of demand increased as judges focused more on voice quality and less on appearance.
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  5. U.S.War

    Pentagon Changes Casualty Count Method in Iran War

    The Pentagon has implemented a new method of tallying U.S. casualties in the Iran war, separating recent figures from the overall count. This change, according to a U.S. government official, was designed to obscure the true number of casualties. The new method classifies casualties since July 7 as part of 'overseas operations' in the CENTCOM area of responsibility. The official total of dead and wounded personnel has been an undercount, with known casualties exceeding the official count by over 150. The change comes after increased Iranian attacks on U.S. bases and public reports of a higher casualty toll.
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  7. BusinessBudget

    Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 to be Presented

    The maiden Budget of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu, headed by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, will be presented in the Legislative Assembly on August 5, 2026. Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson will present the State Budget for 2026-27 at 10 a.m. The TVK government had earlier released a White Paper on the State’s finances flagging several shortcomings and irregularities in financial management under the previous regime.
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  8. WorldMiddle East

    Multiple Fires Reported in Kyiv After Attacks

    Explosions and subsequent fires have been reported across Kyiv, Ukraine's capital. Non-residential buildings, office buildings, residential buildings, and warehouses have been affected. The fires occurred in the Obolon, Desnyanskyi, and Kyiv-Sviatoshynskyi districts. The Ukrainian government and local officials have confirmed these incidents, which are believed to be a result of ongoing attacks by Russian forces.
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  13. CultureBooks

    Luka Doncic Announces Full Recovery from Hamstring Injury

    Luka Doncic has confirmed he is fully recovered from the hamstring injury that ended his 2025-26 season. The Los Angeles Lakers' star made the announcement via email to fans, stating that he took a break from basketball to focus on rehabilitation and is now 100% healthy. This news comes as a relief to Lakers fans, as the team has rebuilt its roster around Doncic, who led the NBA in scoring last season with 33.5 points per game.
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  14. WorldMiddle East

    Codelco Suspends Andes Norte Project at El Teniente Due to Seismic Risk

    Codelco, Chile's state-owned copper company, has temporarily suspended operations at the Andes Norte project of its El Teniente division due to a risk of deep seismicity. The preventive measure affects around 3,000 workers and follows technical analyses detecting seismic instability. Last year, an earthquake-induced landslide at the mine resulted in six worker fatalities.
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  15. PoliticsRegulatorsCorruptionMiddle EastIsrael

    Apple Removes Telegram from App Store in Multiple Regions

    Apple has removed Telegram from the App Store in multiple regions due to regulatory pressure, causing its encrypted token Gram to temporarily drop by 8%. Earlier, Telegram founder Durov announced that it would integrate a native Gram wallet. However, Russian authorities have accused Durov of 'aiding terrorism' and issued an arrest warrant; Durov denies the charges. Australia also plans to fine the platform up to $38 million for not promptly removing terror-related content. Currently, Telegram claims that the app is gradually being restored, but users in multiple regions report that they are still unable to search for or update the software.
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  21. U.S.ExecutiveDefense

    US Southern Command Activates Joint Task Force-Western Hemisphere to Combat Drug Trafficking

    The US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) has activated the Joint Task Force-Western Hemisphere, a new military structure aimed at intensifying operations against transnational criminal organizations, particularly drug trafficking networks, in the Western Hemisphere. Led by General Francis L. Donovan, the task force will work alongside the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition, comprising 18 nations, to apply 'total systemic friction' on these networks threatening the US and its partners.
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