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    HIV Shot Lenacapavir Facing Access Barriers in Latin America

    Gilead Sciences' lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention shot showing near 100% efficacy, faces access barriers in Latin American countries despite running crucial trials. Some countries face high prices, with activists protesting and officials criticizing Gilead's pricing. Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Peru are among those struggling to afford the drug, priced at $14,000 per dose in the US, with generic versions available for $40 in low- and middle-income countries.
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    India Braces for Below-Normal Rainfall in August

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of below-normal rainfall in August, with heavy rain alerts for several states including Gujarat, Delhi, and Himachal Pradesh. The monsoon is expected to be intense, with potential impacts on agriculture and economic growth. El Niño conditions are prevailing and likely to strengthen, which could lead to drier conditions in some regions.
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    Russia Aids Kyrgyzstan with Food Supplies via WFP

    Russia has provided Kyrgyzstan with 1,755 tons of enriched flour and 202.3 tons of vegetable oil through the World Food Programme (WFP). This aid will support over 5,850 families in exchange for their participation in public works projects such as restoring irrigation systems and planting trees. Russia is the largest donor to WFP in Kyrgyzstan, having jointly implemented emergency assistance programs over the past 15 years.
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    Pension Increases for Working Pensioners in Russia from August 1

    Working pensioners in Russia will see an increase in their pensions starting from August 1, 2026. The increase is due to insurance contributions from employers for the year 2025. The maximum pension increase will be around 470 rubles. This applies to working pensioners, recipients of cumulative pensions, and citizens who have turned 80. The increase will be automatic and does not require any applications from pensioners.
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    India's Historic Boxing Performance at CWG

    India's boxing contingent has secured ten finalists at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with five boxers winning their semifinal bouts. Lovlina Borgohain leads the women's charge in the 75kg category final, while four men's boxers are also vying for gold medals. The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) President Ajay Singh praised the players' attitude and performance, stating that boxing will contribute the most medals among the Commonwealth medals in the country.
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    Samsung Warns: Memory Shortage to Worsen Through 2027

    Samsung, a leading memory chip manufacturer, has warned that the ongoing global shortage of computer memory is expected to worsen significantly in 2027 and last until at least 2028. The increased demand, primarily driven by the push for more AI data centers that need tons of RAM and GPUs, has largely gone unmet this year. Existing orders are being carried over into next year, which is likely to exacerbate the already tense situation. As a result, prices could soar even higher, if not remain at a similarly high level. The shortage is expected to continue all the way through 2026 and well into 2027, with some predictions extending until 2028. Samsung is trying to avoid traditional boom-and-bust cycles by securing long-term contracts with customers and increasing production predictability.
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    Sarvam AI Unveils 1T Model, Bets on India's AI Future

    Sarvam AI, a Bengaluru-based startup, has announced its plans to build a 1-trillion-parameter AI model. The company, co-founded by Pratyush Kumar, aims to be at the frontier of AI innovation, defining and pushing the technology further. Sarvam AI has hired a former xAI researcher and plans to launch the model within the next six months. The startup is focusing on AI sovereignty, cost-effectiveness, and supporting Indic languages. It aims to be a full-stack AI company, spanning models, inference infrastructure, and enterprise applications. Vivek Raghavan, another co-founder, warns that without a full-stack AI alternative, India risks becoming a 'digital colony'.
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    Kapadokya Balloon Festival Begins

    The 7th Kapadokya Balloon Festival kicked off in Nevşehir, Turkey, with a display flight of 30 figure balloons from various countries. The event transformed the sky into a visual spectacle, attracting thousands of visitors who enjoyed the sight of colorful hot air balloons rising above the valleys of Göreme, Uçhisar, and Aşk. The festival also featured concerts and cultural events to boost regional tourism.
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    Heavy Rains and Storms Expected in Mexico

    The National Meteorological Service has issued warnings for heavy rains, thunderstorms, and hail across various regions of Mexico over the next few days. Tropical storm Elida is expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds, while the Mexican monsoon will cause intense rainfall and possible hail in several states. The weather will also be extremely hot in northern and western regions of the country. In Mexico City, a maximum temperature of 24°C and a minimum of 14°C is expected, with a 77% chance of rain during the day.
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