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  2. WorldAsia

    Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches Vidya Vahini Scheme, Distributes 3,000 Bicycles to Class 9 Girls

    Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the Vidya Vahini scheme, distributing over 3,000 bicycles to Class 9 girl students of government schools. The initiative aims to ensure safer and easier access to schools, encourage girls' education, boost their confidence, and improve school attendance. The government plans to extend the scheme to over 1.4 lakh eligible students across Delhi in phases.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsResignationMiddle East

    Santilli Demands Villarruel's Resignation Over Milei Criticism

    Chief of Cabinet Diego Santilli has publicly asked Vice President Victoria Villarruel to resign due to her constant criticism of President Javier Milei. Santilli stated that if Villarruel disagrees with the government, she should step aside and form her own project instead. Villarruel responded by accusing Santilli of representing 'the political caste' and urging him to respect the popular vote.
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    Díaz-Canel Denies Cuba's Economic Reforms Aim to Please US

    Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has assured that the package of 176 reforms to liberalize and decentralize the island's economy is not adopted 'to please the United States.' Speaking during the ordinary session of the National Assembly of People's Power, Díaz-Canel stressed that these reforms are a 'strategic priority' for Cuba and a 'sovereign decision' made to address the severe crisis facing the country. He sought to calm concerns raised by these measures, assuring that they will not bring capitalism to the island and will serve to 'advance in the construction of socialism.'
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    Trump Vows to Strike Iran Hard Amid Escalating Tensions

    President Trump has repeatedly stated that the U.S. will strike Iran 'hard' in response to recent attacks on U.S. forces in the Middle East. Trump has emphasized that 'it's our turn' to retaliate, and that Iran knows this is coming. The U.S. military claimed to have intercepted several ballistic missiles launched by Iran against U.S. forces. Trump has also threatened to hit Iran 'very hard' if they continue to attack U.S. forces.
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  16. SportsSoccerBasketballAmerican FootballBaseball

    AC Milan Lead Race for Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri

    AC Milan have made contact over a move for Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri, with RB Leipzig, Fulham, and Everton also interested. Arsenal are open to a permanent transfer and would listen to offers for the record-breaking academy product. Borussia Dortmund are also monitoring the situation. Arsenal are considering keeping Nwaneri, sending him out on loan, or selling him for at least €35M, with any permanent deal potentially including a buy-back clause.
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    NBI Subpoenas Lawmakers Over Alleged Plot to Frame Recto

    The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will subpoena Batangas First District Rep. Leandro Leviste and former Rep. Jing Paras over an affidavit stating they planned to frame Executive Secretary Ralph Recto in a human trafficking scheme. The NBI conducted an entrapment operation leading to the arrest of a talent manager and rescue of five female artists. NBI Director Melvin Matibag warned against smear campaigns and vowed to summon all involved personalities.
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  20. SportsBaseball

    Robbie Ray's Potential Final Giants Start: A Six-Inning Gem

    Robbie Ray, a hot trade target for contenders, pitched six innings in the San Francisco Giants' 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres. The left-hander, set to become a free agent, has improved his ERA from 4.07 to 3.08 in over a month. Ray discussed the emotions of what could have been his final start for the Giants, expressing gratitude for his time with the team. The Giants, with nothing to lose in their lost season, are expected to trade Ray.
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    Trump Pressures Fed to Lower Interest Rates

    President Trump has been advocating for lower interest rates, describing them as 'Rocket Fuel' for the economy. He has expressed his desire for cuts on multiple occasions, including during the recent Federal Reserve meeting. However, his preferred candidate for Fed Chair, Kevin Warsh, might instead push for rate hikes, according to Yahoo Finance. Despite Trump's pressure, the Fed has not yet implemented any rate cuts.
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