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  2. CultureRegulatorsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    Thiago Silva's Absence Explained; Fluminense's Strong Form Under Marcão

    Fluminense coach Marcão reveals that Thiago Silva missed the last two games due to knee pain and preservation ahead of the crucial Libertadores quarter-final against Platense. Despite the absence, Fluminense remains undefeated under Marcão's leadership, with three wins and two draws in five games. The team is confident and in good form, with key players like Thiago Silva and Hercules expected to return for the match.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Lithuania Removes Lomonosov, Derzhavin from Russian School Curriculum

    The Ministry of Education, Science and Sport of Lithuania has removed the works of Mikhail Lomonosov and Gavriil Derzhavin from the school curriculum for ninth-grade students studying the native language and literature of the Russian national minority. Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevicius proposed the exclusion, stating that Lomonosov's works glorify Russia's imperial wars and hinder the cultivation of patriotism among Lithuanian students. The ministry is reviewing the entire list of authors studied in schools for the Russian national minority.
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  5. WorldEuropeEuropean Union

    EU Explores Age Restrictions on Social Networks to Protect Minors

    The EU, led by Ireland during its presidency, is seeking ways to protect minors on social networks, looking at examples from Spain and France. While France's President Macron proposes a pan-European law banning access for under-15s, experts caution about the effectiveness of age verification systems. The EU aims to establish a common framework for protecting minors online.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastEarthBiodiversity

    150-Year-Old Shiva Temple Swept Away by Ganges River in India

    A 150-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Muliramtola, West Bengal, India, was destroyed and carried away by the Ganges River due to abnormally high water levels and severe bank erosion. The incident, which occurred on September 6th, was captured on video and widely reported by local and international media. The flooding also affected houses, agricultural land, and public facilities in the area.
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  8. WorldLocal GovCivil RightsMiddle East

    Grindr Pays £26m to Settle UK Lawsuit Over HIV Status Data Leak

    Grindr, a popular dating app, has agreed to pay £26 million to settle a lawsuit brought by thousands of users in the UK who allege that the app shared their HIV status and other sensitive personal information with advertising companies. The settlement ends a two-year legal battle initiated by the UK law firm Austen Hays in April 2024. Grindr users will receive approximately €2,500 in compensation each.
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  9. SportsMiddle East

    Rams' Puka Nacua Expected to Play Week 1 Despite Injury and Potential Discipline

    Los Angeles Rams' star wide receiver Puka Nacua is expected to play in the Week 1 game against the San Francisco 49ers despite dealing with a psoas injury and facing potential discipline under the NFL's personal conduct policy. Head coach Sean McVay and NFL insider Adam Schefter have both reported that Nacua is expected to play, although the league's investigation into his off-field behavior is still ongoing. Nacua led the NFL in receptions and yards per catch in 2025 and was named a first-team All-Pro.
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  10. WorldMiddle EastSoutheast Asia

    Russian Gold Floods Hong Kong After Western Sanctions

    Following Western sanctions, Russia has significantly increased its gold exports to Hong Kong. In the first seven months of 2023, nearly 100 tons of Russian gold arrived in Hong Kong, approximately three times more than in the same period in 2022. This surge in gold shipments comes as Asian hubs, including Hong Kong, are vying for a larger share of the global gold trade traditionally dominated by London, New York, and Dubai.
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    Pope Leo XIV to Meet Young People at Monumental Stadium in Ate, Peru

    Pope Leo XIV will have a massive meeting with young people at the Monumental Stadium in Ate during his apostolic visit to Peru in November. The event is scheduled for the afternoon after his arrival and meetings with church representatives. Monsignor Guillermo Elias, head of the organizing committee in Lima, confirmed the event. The exact time, entrance, and capacity of the venue have not yet been announced.
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  13. SocietyBiodiversityWhite-collarFraudLaundering

    Massive Drug Seizures in Mersin Operations

    In a series of operations in Mersin, Turkey, significant quantities of synthetic drugs and precursors were seized. A total of 2 million 296 thousand 336 synthetic drug tablets, 1.282 kg of synthetic drugs, 93 synthetic pills, 6 million empty capsules, and 1.25 tons of synthetic drug precursor were confiscated. Additionally, 6 suspects were arrested and 4 were detained.
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  15. PoliticsMiddle EastLogistics

    Goldman Sachs Warns Oil Could Reach $120 Amid Middle East Attacks

    Goldman Sachs has warned that oil prices could surge to $120 per barrel if attacks on oil tankers in the Middle East escalate. The investment bank's analysts cited the potential threat to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil supplies, as a key risk factor. This warning comes amidst recent incidents involving oil tankers in the region, which have raised tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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    Ukrainian Kamikaze Drones Target Russian Equipment in Donetsk

    Ukrainian kamikaze drones, specifically 'Hornet' models operated by the 'Tuman' detachment of the 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine 'Azov', have destroyed 15 units of Russian occupier equipment on the Donetsk ring road. The drones were used to target logistics, including command and control centers, fuel tanks, and other vehicles. The attacks were part of a larger operation involving multiple types of drones, including 'Geran-4' models targeting airports and other strategic locations.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastBudgetCommodities

    China Boosts Banks, Insurers with $54 Billion Injection

    China's finance ministry has injected $54 billion into state banks and insurers, including 360 billion yuan ($54 billion) into insurers and 290 billion yuan ($43 billion) into Agricultural Bank of China (ABC) and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) alone. This capital-boosting push is aimed at reviving the economy and turning China into a 'financial superpower'.
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  23. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Over 500 Russians Bitten by Aggressive Squirrels in a Year

    Over 500 Russians were bitten by squirrels in the last year, with most incidents occurring in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and the Novosibirsk region. The aggressive behavior is attributed to the increasing squirrel population, which currently stands at 5.2 million nationwide. Bites can transmit parasites, fleas, ticks, and even rabies, making it dangerous to feed squirrels by hand.
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