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EFCC Recovery Drive

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Crime & Justice

Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission says it secured 10,872 convictions and recovered 1.233 trillion naira plus $684.48 million over 34 months. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede presents the figures as evidence of the agency’s enforcement record.

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Sports

Turkey’s Trabzonspor faces criticism after losing 2-1 at home to Amedspor in the Süper Lig. Coach Fatih Tekke accepts responsibility, while commentators question the team’s defending and chance creation.

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Elections & Politics

Governor Tarcísio de Freitas met with mayors from 38 of 39 municipalities in the São Paulo metropolitan region to mobilize for a campaign. The meeting focused on strategic planning and coordinated efforts.

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Grand Canyon Flash Flood

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Disasters & Emergencies

More than 20 people are missing or being sought after a flash flood hit Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch in Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park. Reports also say the flood damaged infrastructure and led to 62 evacuations.

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Elections & Politics

The Paraguayan Senate debates merging the Repatriates Secretariat with the Foreign Ministry. A majority in the Dutch Senate favors the European asylum pact. Ahmad Lawan secures an APC ticket for an eighth Senate term in Nigeria, while Senator Ovie Omo-Agege claims victory in a Delta Central APC Senate primary. Romania's Senate passes a bill obliging NGOs to declare donors.

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Augusto Cury Poll Surge

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Culture & Society

Brazilian candidate Augusto Cury rises to 11% in one poll, up from 2%, amid a surge of influencer endorsements on Instagram. Cury denies using bots or paid influencers, while Brazilian commentary questions whether he can finish higher than third place and examines the impact of Renan Santos’s restricted campaign.

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Elections & Politics

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urges voters in Saxony-Anhalt not to turn the September state election into an experiment driven by anger, warning that an AfD government could deter international investors. German coverage also reports protests against Merz and growing AfD support across social groups.

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Economy & Trade

Costa Rica’s government presents major investments in Limón, including plans for a hospital, airport expansion, marina and cruise terminal financing. The province also celebrates Afro-Costa Rican culture and prepares to seek UNESCO recognition for Limonese Creole.

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Greece Spain Basketball

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Sports

Greece defeats Spain 108-106 in overtime in Athens, giving Greece four wins from eight 2027 World Cup qualifying games and keeping its campaign alive. Spain suffers its third straight qualifying loss, while Greece’s victory draws attention from Panathinaikos players including Lessort and Grant.

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Romania Risks EU Funds

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Economy & Trade

Romania faces the possible loss of €770 million in European Union recovery funds because political turmoil has blocked required reforms. Romanian shoppers also face higher costs from new fees on non-EU purchases, while Germany and other net contributors seek major cuts to the EU budget.

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Crime & Justice

The US Supreme Court allows the Trump administration to resume construction of a proposed $400 million White House ballroom for now. Five conservative justices support suspending an order that had halted above-ground work while the underlying lawsuit continues.

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Benzema Leaves Al-Hilal

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Sports

Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal and France’s Karim Benzema agree to end his contract by mutual consent after six months. Benzema joined from Al-Ittihad and played 16 matches, scoring 10 goals.

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Karim Benzema ends his spell at Al-Hilal

Karim Benzema’s time at Al-Hilal has ended only months after he joined the Saudi club. The team and the French striker agreed by mutual consent to terminate his contract, Al-Hilal said in a statement.…

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Zodiac Signs and Humor

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Culture & Society

Several zodiac signs reportedly conceal their sadness and disappointment by using humor. These individuals may employ jokes as a coping mechanism rather than openly expressing their feelings.

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Elections & Politics

Serbia’s Socialist Party, SPS, expels Branko Ružić, accusing him of causing enormous political damage and seriously violating party rules. Serbian media report that no party official addresses the decision publicly, while an analyst says the expulsion would weaken SPS and mainly satisfy President Aleksandar Vučić.

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Benzema Leaves Al-Hilal

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Sports

Karim Benzema and Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal agree to terminate his contract by mutual consent after six months. The French striker joined the Riyadh club from Al-Ittihad and played 16 matches, scoring 10 goals.

🇨🇱 Chile/Spanish

Karim Benzema ends his spell at Al-Hilal

Karim Benzema’s time at Al-Hilal has ended only months after he joined the Saudi club. The team and the French striker agreed by mutual consent to terminate his contract, Al-Hilal said in a statement.…

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Cyprus Ferry Disaster

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Disasters & Emergencies

Authorities in northern Cyprus search for 20 people missing after a ferry sinks, killing at least eight, while Turkey sends a deep-sea rescue vessel. Northern Cyprus arrests eight crew members and the owner’s manager on negligent homicide charges. Separately, Romanian footballer Florin Tănase travels to Cyprus for a medical examination ahead of his move to Omonia Nicosia.

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Good News

Young people in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea, earn safety certificates, promote responsible social media use, and support the region’s independence pathway. Communities also prepare to mark Independence Patriotism Day on September 1, 2026, highlighting unity and resilience.

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Elections & Politics

Meta is discontinuing its AI image generation feature for Instagram users just days after its launch due to widespread user criticism over privacy concerns. The feature allowed users to create images from public Instagram posts. Meta cited user feedback for the decision.

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Galliano Met Exhibition

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Culture & Society

John Galliano and New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art cancel a planned spring 2027 retrospective after criticism over his antisemitic remarks. Coverage in Israel, Canada, Austria and Paraguay highlights backlash from Jewish leaders and concern over the museum’s decision.

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Times Square Stabbings

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Conflict & Security

US authorities and media report that a woman stabs two people with knives in New York’s Times Square, killing a 32-year-old woman and seriously injuring a 68-year-old man. Reports from Ireland, Paraguay, France and Germany say police shoot the suspect, who remains in critical condition in some accounts.

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Barcola Joins Liverpool

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Sports

Liverpool announces the signing of France winger Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain. Reports in France, Greece, Iceland and elsewhere put the transfer at about £120 million to £124 million, or 140 million euros, while Liverpool confirms a five-year contract and an initial payment.

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Modi Urges Ukraine Peace

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Conflict & Security

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine and pursue a ceasefire and peace agreement. India says it supports efforts to establish peace, while Putin’s response is not described.

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Health & Science

Environment Canada has issued warnings for potential funnel clouds and landspout tornadoes across central Alberta. Premier Danielle Smith is set to announce government measures to combat the high cost of living. A rodeo parade in Sundre was canceled due to harassment over a rejected pro-Alberta float.

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Iceland Turkey Qualifier

Past coverage
Sports

Iceland hosts Turkey in a 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifying game at Laugardalshöll in Reykjavík. Updates show differing stages of the match, including Iceland leading 60-37, a 0-0 tie, and Turkey winning 87-56.

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Iceland suffer 37-point defeat to Turkey

Iceland fell 15-1 behind Turkey and never recovered, losing 110-73 in a men's 2027 Basketball World Cup qualifying game. Turkey led 33-14 after the opening quarter and extended its advantage to 28 poi…

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Iceland lead Turkey 60-37

Iceland's men's basketball team faced Turkey in a 2027 World Cup qualifying match at Laugardalshöll. A live text update listed Turkey ahead 60-37. The coverage identified Iceland players Tryggvi Snær …

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