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    US Schools Deploy Pepper-Spraying Drones to Combat Active Shooters

    Several schools in Florida, Georgia, and Colorado are installing pepper-spraying drones to rapidly respond to active shooter situations. The drones, which can reach a shooter within 15 seconds, are equipped with strobe lights, sirens, and pepper gel dispensers. They can also break windows and ram attackers if necessary. The initiative, inspired by battlefield technology, aims to provide an additional layer of security and distract shooters until law enforcement arrives. Critics, however, question whether military-style technology belongs in schools.
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  5. CultureReligion

    Tom Holland Praises Zendaya's Acting Ability

    Tom Holland has heaped praise on his wife Zendaya, describing her as an actress who 'makes every scene better'. The couple, who met on the set of 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' in 2016 and made their relationship public in 2021, have since worked together in several projects including all four films in the Spider-Man franchise and Christopher Nolan's 'A Odyssey'. In an interview with E! News, Holland said that acting alongside Zendaya is always a special experience because she 'elevates the productions' and 'raises the game'. He also revealed that he initially hesitated to accept a role in 'The Odyssey' but Zendaya jokingly threatened to 'leave' him if he turned it down.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    High Fire Risk Alert for Tourists in Greece

    Multiple embassies, including those of Romania and Moldova, have issued travel alerts warning of high fire risk in Greece due to a heatwave. The affected regions include Attica, Peloponnese, Central Greece, Crete, Cyclades, and several Aegean islands. Tourists are advised to avoid fire-affected areas and follow evacuation orders. The Greek Ministry of Civil Protection and Climate Crises has issued official information on fire developments and a self-protection guide.
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  12. BusinessChina

    Liverpool FC Ownership Talks: Bhatia-led Consortium Eyes Minority Stake

    Liverpool Football Club is in talks with a consortium led by Amit Bhatia, son-in-law of billionaire Lakshmi Mittal, for a strategic minority investment. The consortium, which includes potential backing from Aditya Mittal and could involve Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin, aims to eventually obtain a controlling stake in the Premier League club. Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool's current owners, have no immediate plans to sell but are open to investment that benefits the football club. The valuation of Liverpool is around $6 billion.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    GCC Secretary-General Condemns Iranian Attacks on Kuwait and Jordan

    The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Jassim Al-Budaiwi, has condemned the recent attacks by armed groups loyal to Iran on Iraq, targeting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He also condemned Iran's renewed attacks on Kuwait and Jordan, reaffirming the solidarity of GCC member countries with these two nations. The Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, Jassim Mohammed Al-Badi, further condemned these attacks, describing them as a violation of international law and a threat to regional security. He expressed the full solidarity of GCC countries with Kuwait and Jordan, supporting their efforts to protect their security and sovereignty.
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    US Calls OAS Meeting Over Nicaragua's Election Abolition

    The United States requested an emergency meeting of the Organization of American States (OAS) to address Nicaragua's decision to abolish elections. The move, announced by President Daniel Ortega, was condemned by the US and other countries as a violation of democratic principles and a threat to regional security. The OAS Permanent Council agreed to convene a meeting of foreign ministers to discuss the crisis, citing concerns about mass migration, external influence, and human rights abuses.
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  18. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    Moscow Tax Authority Targets Unemployed Citizens with Expensive Assets

    The Moscow tax authority has begun sending letters to working-age unemployed citizens who have purchased expensive cars, yachts, and real estate. The inspectors are demanding explanations for the source of funds used for these purchases and documents proving income. Tax lawyers note that citizens are not obligated to maintain accounting records of their income and expenses.
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  20. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Egypt Offers Aid to Tunisia, Calls for Regional De-escalation

    Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi held a telephone call with Tunisian counterpart Kais Saied on July 28, 2026, expressing Egypt's solidarity with Tunisia following wildfires and offering aid. The leaders also discussed regional developments, stressing the need for political and diplomatic solutions to prevent escalation and maintain regional security. They agreed to strengthen coordination and cooperation on major regional issues.
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  21. BusinessTradeStock MarketRatingsReturns

    Brokerage Radar: Ratings & Target Price Updates

    On July 30, 2026, several brokerages made changes to their ratings and target prices for various stocks. Upgrades were seen for Adient, Garrett Motion, Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, Bloom Energy, Core Scientific, ExlService Holdings, Kymera Therapeutics, SK hynix, Jersey Mike's, AEON Biopharma, INNIO Group, Lemonade, LeonaBio, New Oriental Education, Rio Tinto, Sprouts Farmers Market, uniQure, Werner Enterprises, and Humana. Price targets were raised for Starbucks by multiple brokerages, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, PTC, Fortinet, and Werner Enterprises. Some ratings were maintained with price target revisions for Microsoft, Meta Platforms, PTC, and Fortinet.
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