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  6. WorldMiddle East

    Antioquia Honors Slain Journalist Mateo Pérez Rueda with Scholarships

    The Government of Antioquia announced the creation of the Mateo Pérez Rueda Journalism Scholarships, a program honoring the young journalist killed this year. The initiative aims to promote regional journalism and strengthen voices narrating territorial realities. The scholarship program, led by Antioquia's government and the Gilberto Echeverri Mejía Corporation, will allow 16 young people from rural areas to study digital journalism for free. The training will last ten months, with beneficiaries obtaining the title of Technical Laborers in Digital Journalism and carrying out professional practices in EL COLOMBIANO and Teleantioquia.
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  8. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Spanish Government Ignored Intelligence Warnings of Ceuta Invasion

    Spanish intelligence services had warned the government of an imminent migrant invasion into the autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla, near Morocco, but these warnings were systematically ignored. The intelligence reports mentioned rehearsals, unusual bus arrivals, and even predicted the mass influx that occurred on July 30, 2021. Despite repeated warnings, the government did not deploy the Army to respond to the crisis, leading to the largest migration crisis in Ceuta's history, with around 60,000 migrants entering in less than 24 hours.
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  11. WorldMiddle East

    Dhaka University Preserves July Uprising Graffiti

    Students and artists at Dhaka University are restoring and preserving graffiti created during the July Uprising of 2024. The project, inaugurated by Vice-Chancellor Professor A B M Obaidul Islam, involves repainting and rewriting the graffiti from the Vice-Chancellor's building to Rokeya Hall, ahead of the uprising's second anniversary on August 5. The university aims to maintain the original character and historical significance of the graffiti.
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    Egypt Implements Direct Discount System for Subsidized Bread

    The Egyptian Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade has initiated the direct discount system for subsidized bread, starting today, Saturday. This move aims to organize the distribution of bread to citizens eligible for support and maintain the price of a subsidized loaf at 20 piasters for a 90-gram weight. The new system aims to reduce waste, prevent manipulation of flour quotas, and enhance the efficiency of managing the subsidized bread system.
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  18. CultureMiddle EastNorth AmericaEarth

    Christian Veterans Use Film Skills to Highlight Burma's Struggles

    A group of Christian veterans, using their military filmmaking skills, have produced a documentary titled 'Burma: The Forgotten War'. The film aims to shed light on the ongoing conflict and suffering in Burma, also known as Myanmar. The veterans, who served in various branches of the U.S. military, hope their work will raise awareness and inspire action.
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  19. SocietyRegulatorsEuropeDefenseFraud

    Sweden Doubles Penalties for Gang-Related Crime

    Sweden has doubled penalties for gang-related crime, including for minors, effective August 1st. This move aims to combat widespread gang violence where criminal networks use teenagers for brutal contract killings and armed offenses. Previously, a gang member caught with a firearm could face up to four years in prison, but now they may face up to eight years. The maximum penalty for doubled sentences in Sweden will be 18 years. The law is part of a comprehensive reform package in criminal law that also includes the tightening of around 50 penalty ranges. It was passed in mid-June by the Swedish parliament and came into force on August 1st.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsTrialMiddle East

    J&K CM Condemns Kulgam Terror Attack, Announces ₹10 Lakh Ex-Gratia

    Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has strongly condemned the killing of two labourers from Chhattisgarh in a terror attack in Kulgam. He announced an ex-gratia relief of ₹10 lakh each for the families of the deceased from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. Additionally, the District Administration will provide immediate assistance of ₹6 lakh each to the families. Abdullah expressed grief over the loss of innocent lives and pledged support to the bereaved families.
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  21. PoliticsSanctionsResignationMiddle East

    Medvedev Calls for Active Defense Against Western Sanctions

    Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, held a meeting to discuss countering Western sanctions against Russian business. He emphasized the need for 'active defense' against sanctions, rather than 'hiding in a trench'. Medvedev noted that sanctions are part of attempts to deliver a strategic defeat to Russia but are doomed to fail. He also mentioned that Russia should consider various measures, both legal and economic, to resist this course.
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  23. SocietyOrganized CrimeWhite-collarFraud

    Czech National Bank Employee Arrested for Millions in Embezzlement

    A long-time employee of the Czech National Bank has been arrested for allegedly embezzling tens of millions of crowns. Suspicious transactions alerted the bank's financial analysis unit, leading to an investigation and the employee's charge with fraud. An extraordinary audit has been initiated to assess the bank's functioning following the incident.
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  24. PoliticsLawPeaceInvestigation

    Daughter of Fallen Soldier Wins Lawsuit Against Defense Ministry

    The daughter of a fallen soldier has won a lawsuit against the Ministry of Defense regarding financial assistance. The Defense Ministry had questioned her right to receive a one-time state payment after confirming the death of a serviceman who had been missing for more than two years. The court ruled the ministry's decision unlawful and ordered it to reconsider. The defense department has filed an appeal.
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