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    Experts: European Integration Not an Ideology, but Path to Normalcy for Serbia

    Experts in Serbia, awakened from a long period of political inactivity, are united in their view that the country's European path is not an ideological choice, but a pragmatic one towards a more 'normal' life like the rest of Europe. They warn that current debates on this topic may inadvertently aid President Vučić and that Serbia is already paying a price for such discussions.
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  5. ScienceSemiconductors

    AMD to Raise GPU Prices by 10% Next Month

    AMD is reportedly planning to increase its graphics card prices by around 10% starting next month, according to hardware leaker Harukaze 5719. This follows Nvidia's recent price increases and is likely due to the ongoing memory crisis driven by AI demand. The price hike could close the value gap between AMD and Nvidia cards, with AMD's flagship Radeon RX 9070 XT potentially reaching similar pricing to competing Nvidia cards.
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  6. CultureEurope

    Nick Cave Surprises Fans with Rooftop Concert in Brighton

    Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds performed a surprise gig on the roof of Resident Music, a record store in Brighton's The Lanes. The band, led by Cave who lived in Brighton for several years, played to thrilled passersby before their scheduled outdoor show in Preston Park later that day. The impromptu concert was a delightful surprise for fans visiting from across the world and added to the city's weekend-long celebration of Cave's music and career.
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    Mexico Dominates Diving at Central American Games

    Mexico secured multiple gold medals in diving events at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo. Zyanya Parra and Rut Páez won gold in the women's synchronized three-meter springboard event, while Osmar Olvera and Juan Celaya took gold and bronze respectively in the men's one-meter springboard final. Mexico also won gold in the men's ten-meter platform event through Randal Willars and Emilio Treviño. The Mexican diving team aims to increase their medal tally at these Games.
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  12. SportsBoxing

    Herediano vs. Marathón: Central American Cup Debut

    Club Sport Herediano kicked off its Central American Cup campaign with a disappointing 0-0 draw against Marathón from Honduras. The Costa Rican team, led by coach José Giacone, struggled to break down the well-organized Honduran defense despite dominating possession and creating chances. Giacone criticized his team's lack of clinical finishing, highlighting their inability to convert clear opportunities into goals. Herediano will now face two consecutive away matches in the tournament, starting with a visit to Alianza FC from El Salvador on August 5.
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    Motorcycle Thieves Attempt Robbery, Shootout Ensues in Lanús

    Two motorcycle thieves attempted a violent robbery on Avenida Hipólito Yrigoyen in Lanús, trying to rob a motorcyclist in front of a crowded bus. A man in an armored truck intervened to thwart the attack and a chase ensued with gunshots. The criminals managed to escape through side streets. According to witnesses, the suspects had committed another robbery just a few blocks away.
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    Ukraine Expands Support for Autonomous Heating

    The Ukrainian government has expanded its support program for the installation of autonomous heating. Citizens can now obtain a preferential loan of up to 250,000 UAH or 480,000 UAH for the purchase of solid fuel stoves, chimneys, related materials, and installation. The state will compensate 10% or 20% of the principal loan amount, with an interest rate of 0% in the first year, 5% in the second year, and 7% in the third year.
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    Bears WR Rome Odunze Clarifies 'New Normal' Injury Comments

    Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze has clarified his earlier comments about his foot injury, stating that he is 'completely fine' and there are no lingering issues. Odunze had previously sparked concern among fans when he discussed his 'new normal' during minicamp. The third-year wideout missed the final five games of the 2025 regular season with a broken foot but returned for the playoffs. His clarification comes as good news for Bears fans, as Odunze is projected to be the team's top receiver in the upcoming season.
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    China's Largest-Diameter TBM Completes Yangtze River Tunnel

    China's domestically developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail tunnel boring machine (TBM) successfully completed a 11.325-km excavation beneath the Yangtze River on Thursday. The Chongming-Taicang Yangtze River tunnel, a key section of the Shanghai-Chongqing-Chengdu High-Speed Railway, is expected to cut travel time between Chongming and Shanghai's Baoshan Station via Taicang to just 17 minutes upon completion.
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