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  4. SocietyWhite-collarFraudLaunderingCyberattack

    Vietnamese Police Bust International E-cigarette Drug Syndicate

    Vietnamese police have dismantled an international criminal syndicate producing and distributing e-cigarettes laced with toxic substances, arresting 65 suspects including several foreign nationals. Among them are four Singaporeans, four Malaysians, and two Taiwanese. The core suspects, Malaysian Hoo Jia How and Singaporean Melvin Tan Junjie, obtained drug liquid from accomplices and filled it into e-cigarette cartridges for sale across Vietnam. The operation seized nearly 2000 toxic e-cigarette cartridges and a large amount of drug liquid. Vietnam has classified the drugs Etorphine and Etizolam as narcotics since January 2025, and police warn that inhaling these substances is extremely harmful.
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  5. WorldBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Iran Warns of Closing Hormuz Strait Over US Naval Blockade

    Iran's Supreme National Security Council has repeatedly warned that the continuation of the US naval blockade and escalation will lead to further tightening or even closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other strategic waterways. This, they assert, will have global economic and energy market implications, potentially affecting American voters as well. The warnings come amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the US, with Iran threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz if the US maintains its naval blockade.
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    10 Palestinians Injured in Jenin Clashes, Including 4 Children

    The Palestinian Red Crescent reported that 10 Palestinians, including 4 children, were injured during clashes with Israeli forces and settlers in the Jenin neighborhood west of Nablus. The incident occurred amidst renewed clashes in the area. Separately, a young man was injured after being attacked by Israeli soldiers at the Urtas checkpoint, and a Palestinian child was injured by settler fire in the village of Mughayir.
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    UNAM to Hold Control Exam Amid Admission Process Irregularities

    The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) has announced that it will conduct an in-person control exam following allegations of cheating and irregularities in the admission process for the 2026 undergraduate program. The decision was made after statistical analysis showed unusual anomalies in the results of the online admission contest. The control exam will affect selected candidates and those who scored high enough to potentially gain admission, with places being assigned based on the results of the new evaluation. The exam will include around 58,000 applicants and will consist of 120 questions. The measure aims to verify that those who obtained the necessary scores have the required knowledge and did not receive external help during the evaluation. The control test will be handwritten and no date or venues have been specified yet.
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    British Woman Found Dead in Suitcase in Athens

    A 38-year-old Scottish woman, Elisabeth Jane Ross, was found dead inside a suitcase in an abandoned building in Athens, Greece on July 18. Greek and American authorities worked together to identify Ms. Ross, who had arrived in Greece from the United States via Cyprus on June 29. Police are investigating her death as suspicious, with reports suggesting foul play. The case has been complicated by text messages sent from her phone after her death.
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  16. SportsBasketball

    Man City vs. Inter Milan: Pre-Season Friendly in Hong Kong

    Manchester City and Inter Milan faced off in a pre-season friendly match at the Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong. The match, part of the 'Hong Kong Football Fiesta 2026', saw Manchester City field a youthful side under new manager Enzo Maresca, while Inter Milan was led by Cristian Chivu. The game ended in a penalty shootout win for Inter Milan after a 1-1 draw in regular time. Manchester City missed three penalties in the shootout. The match attracted over 42,000 spectators, including government officials.
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  17. SciencePublic HealthHealthcareClimate

    Daily Warm Baths Linked to Lower Cardiovascular Risk

    A study published in the Heart journal found that middle-aged individuals in Japan who took daily warm or hot baths had a 28% lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 26% lower risk of stroke compared to those who bathed less frequently. The study, which followed over 30,000 participants for 20 years, suggests that the heat of the water dilates blood vessels, reducing resistance against which the heart must pump and improving cardiac efficiency. Additionally, warm baths before bed can improve sleep quality and reduce stress levels.
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    Two Maritime Incidents Off Coast of Oman

    Two maritime incidents occurred off the coast of Oman within a short period. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that an oil tanker crew saw a large water splash and explosion near their vessel, approximately 21 nautical miles northeast of Khassab, with no reported damage. Later, another incident involved a vessel experiencing damage in the engine room, making it unmanageable. Investigations are ongoing for both incidents.
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  22. WorldChinaTradeClimate

    China's Major Telecom Operators Halt Third-Party Mobile Card Services

    Starting August 1st, China Telecom, China Mobile, and China Unicom have announced that mobile number cards can only be processed through official channels. All related services on third-party internet channels will be stopped, marking the end of the online agency sales model. E-commerce platforms are reminding consumers to activate their cards as soon as possible. The operators have discovered unscrupulous businesses falsely claiming authorization to sell cards and collect user personal information, posing risks of information leakage and theft.
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  23. U.S.LawWarNorth America

    U.S. Plans Multi-Day Strike on Iran

    U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a two-week strike plan against Iran, with operations potentially starting as early as this weekend. The goal is to increase pressure on Tehran and bring it back to the negotiating table. Trump has been described as frustrated and has called Iranians 'crazy', suggesting more violent attacks to 'break Tehran's will'. Iran, in turn, does not trust the U.S. due to repeated negotiating failures and Trump's repeated military threats.
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