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Thousands of Malaysians protested in Kuala Lumpur against high living costs and slow reforms under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The protest, organized by opposition parties, was the largest since Anwar took office in 2022.
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Malaysians protested in the capital city, Kuala Lumpur, about high living costs and lack of government reforms.
The rally was organized by opposition parties and was the biggest protest since Anwar became Prime Minister in 2022.
Protesters carried signs asking for Anwar to step down and criticized his failure to meet promises.
Anwar has ruled for three years and recently traveled abroad to attract investments.
Before the protest, Anwar announced cash payments and fuel price cuts to address concerns.
Adult Malaysians will receive a one-time payment of 100 ringgit (about $23.70).
Approximately 18 million Malaysian drivers will be able to buy subsidized fuel at a reduced price.
A recent survey showed a 55% voter approval rating for Anwar, citing decreased political instability and international efforts.
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A group dressed in black with a mythic warrior emblem confronted watermelon sellers in Siberia, claiming they lacked permits. This group, the Russian Community (RO), is not part of law enforcement but is a large ultranationalist organization in Russia. It is known for actions against immigrants and supports conservative values and the Kremlin.
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Men wearing tactical vests confronted watermelon sellers in Novosibirsk.
These men said the sellers did not have proper permits.
The RO group, responsible for the confrontation, is not an official police force.
RO is a large ultranationalist group with strong online followings.
RO supports conservative values and the Russian government.
The RO engages in activities like organizing cultural events and vigilante actions.
The group focuses on ethnic Russian interests and often shares anti-immigrant content.
RO uses tactics like complaints and raids against immigrants and minorities.
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An attack on a courthouse in Zahedan, the capital of Sistan-Baluchestan province in southeastern Iran, left at least five civilians dead and 13 injured. Three of the attackers were also killed, and a Baloch armed group named Jaish al-Adl claimed responsibility for the assault.
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The attack happened in Zahedan, Sistan-Baluchestan's capital, in southeastern Iran.
At least five civilians, including a mother and child, were killed in the attack.
Thirteen people were injured in the courthouse attack.
Attackers threw a hand grenade and attempted to enter the building disguised as visitors.
Three attackers were killed during the incident.
Jaish al-Adl, a Baloch armed group, claimed responsibility for the attack.
The region, home to Iran’s Baloch minority, sees frequent clashes involving security forces and armed groups.
Emergency personnel responded, and the injured were taken to medical centers.
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A new Nipah virus infection was confirmed in Kerala, India, on July 12, affecting a 52-year-old man. This marks the tenth spillover of the virus from animals to humans in Kerala since 2018, and there have been four cases this year, including two deaths. The state has increased monitoring efforts, with 675 people under watch.
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The Nipah virus was confirmed in a 52-year-old man in Kerala's Palakkad district on July 12.
Kerala has reported ten Nipah virus instances since 2018.
In 2023, there have been four cases and two deaths from the virus in Kerala.
The virus mainly spreads from animals to humans but can also move between humans.
Fruit bats are the natural hosts of the Nipah virus.
Symptoms of the virus can include severe respiratory issues and brain inflammation.
Past outbreaks have occurred in Malaysia, Singapore, Bangladesh, and India.
Kerala currently has 675 people under observation due to the virus.
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On November 29, 1972, a fire in the Rault Center in New Orleans led to the tragic deaths of four women who jumped to escape the fire. This event inspired engineer John T. Scurlock to develop an inflatable safety cushion to help people safely land when jumping from heights. Scurlock's invention was based on his earlier design of a bouncy inflatable, which later became popular as bouncy castles.
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A fire occurred on November 29, 1972, in the Rault Center in New Orleans.
Five women trapped on the 15th floor jumped to escape; four died.
John T. Scurlock invented an inflatable safety cushion inspired by this tragedy.
The cushion provides a safe landing for people jumping from tall buildings.
Scurlock's earlier invention, the "space pillow," evolved into bouncy castles.
The safety cushion is still used by fire brigades worldwide.
In 1961, Scurlock worked on inflatable designs for NASA.
His family helped him test and develop these inflatable technologies.
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At least 652 children in Katsina, Nigeria, have died due to malnutrition in the first half of 2025, as reported by Doctors Without Borders (MSF). The group highlighted that international funding cuts and ongoing violence have worsened the malnutrition crisis, affecting tens of thousands of children who need medical care.
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Doctors Without Borders (MSF) reported the deaths of 652 children from malnutrition in Katsina, Nigeria, in early 2025.
MSF said international funding cuts, especially from the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, have impacted child malnutrition treatment.
Nearly 70,000 malnourished children received medical help from MSF in Katsina, with almost 10,000 needing hospital care.
Malnutrition in Northern Nigeria is worsened by disease outbreaks, low vaccine access, and violence.
Banditry and violence in Katsina have forced people from their homes, disrupting farming and increasing malnutrition.
The World Food Programme (WFP) will suspend aid to 1.3 million people in Northeast Nigeria due to funding shortages.
The suspension by WFP will impact food aid, nutrition clinics, and support for displaced people by end of July.
Nigeria has allocated 200 billion naira ($130 million) to address the funding cuts in the health sector.
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Taiwanese voters decided not to remove lawmakers from the China-friendly Nationalist Party in a recall election. This result affects the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's ability to shift the balance of power in Taiwan's legislature. More recall elections are scheduled for August, which could further influence political dynamics in Taiwan.
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Taiwanese voters participated in a recall election on a Saturday.
The election aimed to remove about one-fifth of the Nationalist Party lawmakers.
The recall attempt did not succeed in removing any KMT (Nationalist Party) lawmakers.
The ruling Democratic Progressive Party needed the recall to change the power balance.
The Nationalist Party currently holds 52 seats, while the ruling party holds 51 seats.
Further recall votes involving seven more KMT lawmakers will occur on August 23.
For a successful recall, over one-quarter of voters in the district must support it.
Official election results will be announced on August 1 by Taiwan's Central Election Commission.
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Hundreds of people in Tunisia protested against President Kais Saied, accusing him of running an authoritarian government since 2021. The protest happened in the capital, Tunis, where people demanded the release of political leaders held in prison and criticized moves that they say restrict freedom and democracy in the country.
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Tunisian activists protested in Tunis against President Kais Saied.
Protesters say Saied's government has become authoritarian since 2021.
They marked the protest on the anniversary of Saied's power consolidation on July 25, 2021.
Protesters called for the release of jailed opposition leaders like Rached Ghannouchi and Abir Moussi.
Many politicians, lawyers, and activists in Tunisia face long prison sentences.
Critics describe Tunisia as an "open-air prison" due to the government's actions.
Saied dissolved the Supreme Judicial Council in 2022, which the opposition says strengthened his control.
July 25 also marks Tunisia's declaration as a republic, altering its historic significance according to some critics.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks to Shaina Low from the Norwegian Refugee Council about the hunger situation in Gaza. The discussion includes a call for Israel to lift its blockade of the area.
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Gaza is experiencing serious hunger problems.
Shaina Low is a representative from the Norwegian Refugee Council.
The blockade is a restriction imposed by Israel.
The discussion was aired on NPR's Weekend Edition Saturday.
There is a call for ending the blockade to help improve conditions.
The interview highlights the need for better access to resources in Gaza.
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An ancient site in southeastern Turkey is offering new insights into early human civilizations. This discovery is significant enough to question our understanding of how early societies developed.
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The site is located in the hills of southeastern Turkey.
It is considered very ancient, possibly older than previous discoveries.
This site is changing what we know about early human civilization.
The discoveries at the site are sparking conspiracy theories.
The site has drawn attention from various researchers and scholars.
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On Saturday, people in Taiwan voted on whether to remove several lawmakers from the opposition party. The effort to recall these lawmakers did not succeed.
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The vote took place in Taiwan.
The purpose of the vote was to recall more than two dozen lawmakers.
These lawmakers were from the opposition party.
They were accused of being too close to China.
The attempt to remove these lawmakers was unsuccessful.
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Donald Trump visited Scotland for a four-day trip, where he engaged in activities like playing golf and meeting with the UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, to talk about trade. Some people in Scotland protested against his visit due to his past actions and recent controversies, while others were interested in the impact on tourism from his golf courses.
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Donald Trump visited Scotland for four days to play golf and meet with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Trump has family roots in Scotland, as his mother was a Scottish immigrant.
His visit included stops at his golf resorts in Turnberry and Balmedie.
Some people in Scotland protested his visit, showing disapproval of Trump.
Trump’s connection to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has led to criticism and speculation.
A large police operation ensured security during Trump’s visit, with 5,000 officers on duty.
Trump’s relationship with Scotland has been strained due to past disputes, like his opposition to wind turbines near his golf course in Aberdeenshire.
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Fatima Kandeel and her two sons moved into a new apartment in Beirut after their previous home was destroyed in an Israeli airstrike. They salvaged some belongings from their old home and are determined to stay in their neighborhood despite the destruction and ongoing conflict.
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Fatima Kandeel, 43, moved to a new apartment in Dahiyeh, Beirut, with her two sons after their home was destroyed.
They initially stayed with her sister for four months following a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
A framed photo of a Hezbollah leader and a martyr's portrait are displayed in their home.
Hezbollah supported Palestine in the war that began on October 7, 2023, leading to more conflict on the Israel-Lebanon border.
The family's neighborhood, Dahiyeh, is known as a Hezbollah stronghold and has been targeted in Israeli attacks.
Fatima's sons recovered some furniture and personal items from the rubble of their home.
Despite challenges and visible war damage, Fatima and her son Hussein are attached to their community in Dahiyeh.
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The UK has criticized Hong Kong for offering cash rewards to catch pro-democracy activists living in the UK. Meanwhile, the UK is considering reintroducing an extradition agreement with Hong Kong, which raises concerns due to Hong Kong's strict national security law.
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The UK criticized Hong Kong for offering money to help arrest pro-democracy activists in the UK.
Hong Kong's rewards aim to catch 19 activists accused of breaking a national security law.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper released a statement opposing these actions.
The cash rewards range from 200,000 to one million Hong Kong dollars.
The UK is reviewing extradition agreements, which could include Hong Kong.
Hong Kong's national security law, imposed in 2020, has faced international criticism.
About 150,000 Hong Kong nationals have moved to the UK under a special visa since 2021.
Hong Kong was a British colony until 1997 and operates under "one country, two systems" with China.
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The UK criticized Hong Kong's offer of cash rewards for information leading to the arrest of pro-democracy activists living abroad. Hong Kong authorities are offering between $25,000 and $125,000 for tips on 19 individuals, who are accused of violating a national security law. China called the criticism "interference."
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The UK condemned Hong Kong's cash offer for help in arresting pro-democracy activists.
Rewards between $25,000 and $125,000 are offered for information on 19 activists.
The activists are accused of breaking China's national security law from 2020.
This is at least the third time Hong Kong has issued such appeals.
Former Hong Kong lawmaker Nathan Law and others are on the rewards list.
In 2021, about 150,000 Hong Kong residents moved to the UK under a special visa.
The UK has removed Hong Kong from its Extradition Act to protect activists.
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A tour bus in central Vietnam crashed, killing 10 people, including two children. The accident happened as the bus was traveling on a highway from Hanoi to Da Nang and resulted in 12 more people being injured.
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The bus crashed in Ha Tinh province while traveling from Hanoi to Da Nang.
10 people died in the crash, including two children.
12 passengers were injured and taken to the hospital.
The bus was an overnight sleeper bus that overturned after veering off the road.
The crash was part of a recent series of accidents, including a boat sinking in Ha Long Bay.
Vietnam’s Prime Minister has ordered an investigation into the bus accident.
In the first half of the year, 5,024 people died in traffic accidents in Vietnam.
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Fighting continues in eastern Ukraine, with intense battles near the city of Pokrovsk. Russia claims to have captured several villages in the area, and Ukraine is trying to reclaim positions in the northern Sumy region. Ukraine is also working on boosting its defense capabilities with interceptor drones and seeking international funding for air defense systems.
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Ukrainian forces are battling around the city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine.
Russia's Ministry of Defence claims to have captured villages near Pokrovsk.
Ukraine regained control of a village in the northern Sumy region.
Ukraine aims to produce up to 1,000 interceptor drones daily to defend against air attacks.
Ukraine is seeking international funds for 10 Patriot air defense systems.
The US announced a $4 billion loan guarantee for Poland to buy American military gear.
Russia might sell or scrap its only aircraft carrier, the Admiral Kuznetsov.
The European Parliament is considering speeding up its plan to stop using Russian gas by January 2027.
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A salon owner named Rebecca Dowdeswell is in a legal dispute with L'Oréal over the trademark name "nkd" for her Leicester-based business. L'Oréal claims the name could cause confusion with its own "Naked" beauty products. The UK's Intellectual Property Office (IPO) will hold a hearing later this year to resolve the issue.
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Rebecca Dowdeswell owns a salon in Leicester and has been using the "nkd" trademark since 2009.
She forgot to renew the trademark in 2019 due to disruptions caused by COVID-19.
L'Oréal, which owns the "Naked" brand, opposed Dowdeswell's attempt to re-register "nkd."
Dowdeswell argues there has been no consumer confusion between the two brands.
L'Oréal suggests the issue could be resolved amicably and supports Dowdeswell's business goals while maintaining their trademark rights.
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has set a hearing date for November 5th.
The IPO has faced delays due to increased trademark cases after Brexit.
Dowdeswell has spent over £30,000 on legal fees and remains determined to continue her fight.
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An investigation found that despite promises from President Putin, at least 245 Russian soldiers aged 18 have been killed in Ukraine over the past two years. New rules allow young men straight out of school to join the army as contract soldiers, bypassing traditional military service. Many are attracted by financial incentives and patriotic messages.
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At least 245 Russian soldiers aged 18 have died in Ukraine since the invasion began in 2022.
Russia's new rules let teenagers skip compulsory service and enter the army directly as contract soldiers.
Financial bonuses and patriotic campaigns are enticing young men to join the military.
Alexander Petlinsky, an 18-year-old, died 20 days after enlisting following his birthday.
Since the invasion started, Russian schools have held classes about the "special military operation."
Russia has avoided nationwide military drafts by offering financial incentives.
Military recruiters now visit schools to discuss army enlistment.
Training in using weapons has been reintroduced in Russian schools, similar to Soviet practices.
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