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  3. SportsIsrael

    Brittney Griner Files for Divorce from Wife Cherelle After 8 Years of Marriage

    WNBA star Brittney Griner has filed for divorce from her wife Cherelle after eight years of marriage and one child together. Griner cited their marriage as 'irretrievably broken' and is seeking joint legal custody of their son. The couple separated on July 24, 2023. Griner was previously detained in Russia for 10 months, and Cherelle played a significant role in advocating for her release.
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  4. WorldLawRegulatorsLocal GovMiddle East

    Malaysia Honors National Heroes on Heroes' Day 2026

    Malaysia commemorated National Heroes' Day 2026, honoring the bravery and sacrifices of heroes who have defended the country's independence, sovereignty, and security. The event was marked by parades, tributes, and calls to uphold patriotism and appreciate the services of these heroes. Key figures including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Defense Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin, and Chief of Defense Forces General Tan Sri Malek Razak Sulaiman attended and addressed the events.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Lulinha Targeted in New Influence Peddling Investigation

    Minister André Mendonça authorized the Federal Police to investigate Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, son of President Lula, for suspected influence peddling and corruption. The inquiry focuses on Lulinha's business dealings with the Ministry of Health and Dataprev, a federal data management company. Lulinha's defense denies any wrongdoing, claiming a 'fishing expedition'.
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  9. WorldBillMiddle East

    Conmebol Seeks Clarifications from FIFA on World Cup Privatization Plan

    The South American Football Confederation (Conmebol) has requested additional information and clarifications from FIFA regarding its controversial plan to open the World Cup to private investment. Conmebol, unlike other confederations such as UEFA, Concacaf, and AFC, has not yet rejected the proposal and is seeking details about its structure, governance, and potential effects before taking a position.
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  10. PoliticsLocal GovNorth America

    Sony Stands Firm on Ending Physical Game Discs by 2028

    Sony has reiterated its decision to stop producing physical game discs for PlayStation consoles by January 2028, despite significant backlash from players. The company cited shifting consumer preferences towards digital formats and the progression of digitalization across all media as the primary reasons for the decision. Sony acknowledged the strong views of the gaming community but expressed its commitment to moving forward with this plan.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Announces Agreement for Hamas Disarmament, Israeli Withdrawal from Gaza

    US President Donald Trump has announced an agreement for the full disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in the Gaza Strip. Once disarmed, Israel will withdraw its military forces from the region. The agreement was brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, with an international force and new Palestinian police set to oversee the transition. Neither Israel nor Hamas has publicly confirmed the deal yet.
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  16. BusinessTradeCommoditiesEquities

    Tether Surpasses 146 Tons of Gold Reserves

    Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, has reported a significant increase in its gold holdings, surpassing 146 metric tons in Q2 2026. This makes Tether the largest known holder of gold outside of banks and nation states. Alongside this, Tether's Bitcoin reserves grew to approximately 98,936 BTC, valued at $6.23 billion, and the company reported a net operating profit of $1.5 billion for the quarter.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsElections

    Milei Leads Kicillof in First Round, Runoff Tied

    A survey by RDT Consultores shows Javier Milei leading Axel Kicillof by 15.7 points in a first-round presidential election scenario, but the runoff is tied with 39.8% for Milei and 36.3% for Kicillof. Milei's re-electability index stands at 72 out of 100, with approval and rejection growing in parallel. The survey, conducted between July 24 and 28, has a margin of error of +/- 4%.
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  21. CultureEuropeMusic

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day Sets New Box Office Records in Spain

    'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has shattered the Spanish box office with its best opening ever, grossing €3.2 million on its first day of screening and surpassing the records set by its predecessor, 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. The film opened in over 400 cinemas and over a thousand screens across Spain, with most theaters filling to capacity for each screening. Its impressive debut in the Spanish market is not an isolated incident; the superhero movie character has also shown its pulling power with similar behavior at the US box office, where estimated earnings close to $60 million in previews suggest that 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' could also be the best opening film ever.
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  22. PoliticsLocal GovMiddle EastIsrael

    Israeli Soldiers Pose with Blindfolded Palestinian, Sparking Outrage

    A viral photo of two Israeli soldiers posing next to a blindfolded Palestinian has sparked widespread anger online. The image, shared on an Israeli soldier's Instagram account, shows two smiling women standing beside a young Palestinian man sitting on the ground with his head down. The post was removed amid criticism, and the account was made private. This incident is part of a pattern of Israeli soldiers publicly sharing evidence of Palestinian detainees being humiliated or abused, violating international humanitarian law.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    Klitschko Reports Fires and Strikes in Kyiv Districts

    Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko has reported multiple incidents following an attack in the city. In the Solomianskyi district, cars are burning on a parking lot. In Darnytskyi, there have been hits on non-residential construction territories. In the Shevchenkivskyi district, there is a fire at an auto-wash. Klitschko also mentioned falling debris on non-residential construction territories in Goloseevsky and Darnytsky districts. An explosion was reported in Darnytskyi, and a fire broke out in a 6-story non-residential building in Solomianskyi.
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