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    Russia Launches Massive Missile Strike on Kyiv

    Hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned of an impending 'massive' Russian air strike, explosions were heard in Kyiv. The Ukrainian military reported that Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on the capital, with multiple explosions reported across the city. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged residents to seek shelter. Zelenskyy had previously warned of the impending attack and called on Western allies to provide air defense missiles.
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  4. WorldRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    IRGC Claims Attack on U.S. Air Base in Kuwait

    The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it carried out an attack on the U.S. air base at Ali Al Salem in Kuwait. According to the IRGC, the attack set fire to and destroyed two drone hangars and one fuel storage tank used for military aircraft and helicopters. The IRGC stated that the attack is part of its ongoing 'punishment of the aggressor' until American occupiers are expelled from the region.
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  5. TechChina

    Monetochka's Song 'Monopoly' Featured in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' Soundtrack

    The song 'Monopoly' by Russian singer Monetochka (Elizabeth Gyrdymova) has been included in the soundtrack of the film 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. The song is featured in the final credits and plays for a few seconds in one of the scenes. The director, Destin Daniel Cretton, expressed his fondness for the song. The film's world premiere took place on July 31, but its release in Russia was delayed due to political reasons.
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  6. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceIndictmentMiddle East

    Manukyan Sentenced to 22 Years for Role in 'Red Sails' Terrorist Act

    Varazh Manukyan has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role as an accomplice in the terrorist act at the Moscow residential complex 'Red Sails'. The act resulted in the death of Armen Sargsyan, the founder of a volunteer battalion in the special military operation zone. Manukyan was found guilty of transporting, storing, and detonating an explosive device. Ukrainian special services were identified as the organizers of the attack.
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  7. WorldChinaEarth

    China Launches Two Experimental Communication Satellites

    China successfully launched two experimental communication satellites, 27A and 27B, using a Long March-6C rocket from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center on July 30. The satellites will primarily be used for satellite communication, broadcasting, television, and data transmission, and will also conduct related technology experiments. This was the 660th flight of the Long March series of launch vehicles.
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  8. WorldEarthClimateEnvironment

    Hesse Experiences Driest July on Record

    According to preliminary figures from the German Weather Service (DWD), July 2023 was the driest month in Hesse since records began. The state received only about 14 liters of precipitation per square meter, compared to the long-term average of 16.6 liters. Despite the drought, there were about 283 hours of sunshine, nearly 40% more than the average of 204 hours. The average temperature was 20.2 degrees, significantly warmer than the typical 16.9 degrees.
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  9. SportsNorth America

    Lamar Jackson Refuses to Discuss Contract Negotiations

    Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson continues to decline discussing his contract negotiations with the team. During his first press conference of training camp, Jackson reiterated that he prefers to keep the situation private between him and the general manager. Despite his desire for a new deal, which would make him one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the league, Jackson maintains his focus on football. The Ravens and Jackson have yet to reach an agreement on a new contract, with both sides remaining silent on the negotiations.
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  10. PoliticsChina

    Amy Winehouse's Father Ordered to Pay £950,000 to Friends

    Mitch Winehouse, father of late singer Amy Winehouse, has been ordered to pay £950,000 (around $1.26 million) to two of his daughter's friends, Naomi Parry and Catriona Gourlay, after losing a lawsuit over the sale of her personal items. Winehouse had accused the two women of selling items without his authorization, but the court ruled that he was aware of the sales and only pursued legal action afterwards. The items included clothing, makeup, and other personal belongings of the singer.
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    Two Women Arrested for Stabbing Elderly Man in Magangué

    The National Police in Magangué, Bolívar, captured two women, aged 24 and 30, for the crime of personal injury after they allegedly stabbed a 62-year-old man with a sharp weapon. The incident occurred during a brawl in Parque Las Américas, and the women were caught in flagrante delicto with a knife each. The victim received medical attention for his injuries.
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    Ferrari Raises 2026 Guidance After Q2 Earnings Beat

    Ferrari has increased its 2026 guidance following a strong second quarter that surpassed Wall Street's expectations. The Italian sports car manufacturer reported adjusted earnings per share of €2.62 and revenue of €1.94 billion, driven by healthy demand for its products and the success of models like the €3.6m limited-edition F80 supercar. As a result, Ferrari has raised its full-year forecast.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    Kazakhstan Election Participation and Party Ratings

    A study by the Institute of Eurasian Integration found that 73.2% of Kazakhstanis plan to vote in the Kurultai elections, with 13.2% not planning to participate and 13.6% undecided. The main reasons for voting are a sense of civic duty (54.2%) and the ability to choose representatives (45.8%). 64.3% of respondents know about party programs, with 19.3% regularly following them. The election rating leader is 'Adilet' (65.1%), followed by 'Aul' (5.9%) and 'Aqjol' (4.7%). Income level and optimistic expectations influence voting willingness, and party recognizability and campaign activity impact voter awareness.
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    Meta to Monetize AI as 'Business in a Box', Prioritizes Intelligence Over Compute Sales

    Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the company's plan to monetize its AI products as a 'business in a box' service, combining subscriptions and volume-based pricing. He emphasized the higher margins in selling intelligence over direct compute sales, comparing it to Meta's ad systems. However, Zuckerberg noted that selling compute is also an opportunity and that Meta will balance short-term profits with long-term AI development.
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