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Elections & Politics

Croatian javelin thrower Sara Kolak has reclaimed the European Championship title with a throw of 62.43 meters. This victory marks her first major medal in a decade, mirroring her 2016 Olympic gold. Germany's Julia Ulbricht took silver, and Serbia's Adriana Vilagoลก won bronze.

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Sara Kolak is the European champion again after a decade-long wait for a major medal, mirroring her Olympic triumph in Rio de Janeiro. She secured the title with a throw of 62.43 meters in Birmingham, her first major medal since winning gold in Rio 10 years ago. Kolak also won bronze at the 2016 European Championships and has two fourth-place finishes at major events. Germany's Julia Ulbricht took silver and Serbia's Adriana Vilagoลก won bronze. The article also mentions a quote from Zlatko Daliฤ‡, but the content is not provided.

Croatian javelin thrower Sara Kolak has reclaimed her status as a European champion, securing the title in Birmingham with a dominant performance. Kolak's winning throw of 62.43 meters, achieved in thโ€ฆ

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Disasters & Emergencies

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia has disrupted education for tens of thousands of children, with rescue teams now focused on body recovery and reconstruction planning. Latin stars united in Miami for a benefit concert and telethon to raise funds for victims in both Venezuela and Colombia. Colombia's wealthiest family has pledged $48 million to rebuild hospitals and schools in the earthquake-hit city of Cali.

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Culture & Society

The 11th season of the reality TV show Big Brother Naija has launched with 24 housemates, themed 'Show ya sef.' The newly revealed house features extensive planning and construction, with a record N160 million grand prize for the winner.

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Kamsy evicted from BBNaija season 11

Kamsy Uzoma's journey on the Big Brother Naija Season 11 reality show has concluded with her eviction during Sunday's live show. The 24-year-old event planner and gift curator spent three weeks in theโ€ฆ

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Health & Science

Baseball legend Tommy John, known as the "bionic man" and for pioneering elbow surgery, has died at age 83. Tributes have poured in from across the sports world for the pitcher whose name became synonymous with a career-saving procedure.

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Sports

French swimmer Leon Marchand has impressed at the European Championships, qualifying for the 400m freestyle final and contributing to a bronze medal in the 4x100m medley relay. His performances are being hailed as a significant emergence of new talent, with national technical director Denis Auguin expressing perpetual surprise at his capabilities.

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Environment & Climate

Conservation efforts are yielding results worldwide, with a striped hyena born at Saudi Arabia's NEOM Reserve and new lynx cubs in Germany. Meanwhile, challenges persist for Caspian seals in Kazakhstan and Sumatran elephants in Indonesia, while a Venezuelan biologist is honored for sea turtle conservation.

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Sports

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested that the upcoming season may be his last in professional football. The 41-year-old Portuguese forward expressed a desire to leave a spectacular legacy and potentially transition to playing more padel.

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SPD Climate Action Plan

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Elections & Politics

Germany's SPD party proposes a heat action plan to combat extreme weather, including national protection measures and building regulation changes. The party also rejects cutting child support for teenagers, advocating instead for stricter rules for payers. Meanwhile, SPD leader Lars Klingbeil urges party members to support the current government's course despite internal criticism and low poll numbers.

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Sports

Arsenal and Manchester City are set to clash in the 2026 FA Community Shield on August 16. The match will be held at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, marking its return to the Welsh capital after two decades. Manchester United holds the record for most Community Shield titles with 21, followed by Arsenal with 17 and Liverpool with 16.

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Belgium Wildfire

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Disasters & Emergencies

A massive wildfire rages through Belgium's High Fens nature reserve, devastating the unique bog ecosystem and threatening nearby villages. Firefighters battle the blaze, described as one of Belgium's worst in history, with evacuations underway.

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Hawaii Hurricane Damage

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Disasters & Emergencies

Hurricane Lane, later identified as Lala, battered Hawaii with strong winds and heavy rain, causing widespread power outages and damaging over 100 homes. The storm weakened to a tropical storm after passing the Big Island, leaving more than 180,000 households without power and resulting in at least one confirmed death.

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Sports

Arsenal decisively defeated Manchester City 3-0 in the Community Shield. The victory signals strong intent for Arsenal's Premier League title defense and marks a significant win against their rivals.

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Economy & Trade

India-Nigeria bilateral trade reached approximately $9 billion in 2025-26, marking a 26% increase. Meanwhile, a South Korean minister is in the U.S. to finalize an investment project, denying reports of pressure. Separately, an Indian industry delegation will visit Bangladesh to boost trade and investment.

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Sports

FC Barcelona has reached a preliminary agreement with Manchester City for the transfer of midfielder Rodri. Reports indicate the deal is valued between โ‚ฌ65 million and โ‚ฌ87 million, with Barcelona preparing a four-year contract for the 30-year-old Spanish captain. Rodri, the Golden Ball winner at the 2026 World Cup, was a key player for Manchester City.

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Changhua County News

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Culture & Society

In Changhua, Taiwan, traditional multi-story houses remain popular despite a national shift towards apartments, with the Huatan township emerging as a notable area. The 'Flowers in Changhua' exhibition design received a US MUSE Silver Award. However, the region also faces issues such as illegal dumping turning a drainage channel into a 'garbage drain' and a critical injury to a motorcyclist hit by a car.

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Global Auctions

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Economy & Trade

An Argentine livestock firm plans province-wide auctions and genetic sales, while a rare Finn Juhl sofa sold for one million kroner in Denmark. In Romania, five investors vie for the Liberty Galaศ›i steel plant in an auction starting at 444 million euros. Paris will auction 38 Paco Rabanne pieces, and Thailand is auctioning a luxury yacht linked to an alleged fraudster.

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Crime & Justice

Nigeria's Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) clashes with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over the detention of former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai. The ADC accuses the ICPC of denying El-Rufai adequate medical care and assaulting his wife, while the ICPC alleges El-Rufai violated court-approved medical visit conditions and arrested his personal doctor for making false statements.

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Disasters & Emergencies

A wildfire in Halkidiki, Greece, forced evacuations and sea rescues for tourists. In Serbia, residents can return home after wildfire evacuations, though active fires persist. Meanwhile, dozens of Gaza students awarded scholarships to Italian universities remain stranded due to bureaucratic delays, awaiting evacuation.

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KIA Tigers Baseball

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Sports

The KIA Tigers baseball team is strengthening its roster with new closer Lee Eui-ri and has recently secured a 2-1 victory against the Doosan Bears, reclaiming fourth place in the KBO League. This win helps close the gap on third-place LG Twins.

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Crime & Justice

The car of a prosecutor in Valjevo, Serbia, was set on fire, with the prosecutor believing the arson is linked to ongoing cases he is handling. Political parties have condemned the act as intimidation and a 'mafia warning,' urging police to identify the perpetrators.

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Indonesia Earthquake

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Disasters & Emergencies

A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia's Flores Island, killing at least two people and damaging buildings. The quake triggered a tsunami warning, prompting evacuations as authorities assess the impact.

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Hungary Bus Crash

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Disasters & Emergencies

A bus carrying Polish pilgrims overturned on a highway in eastern Hungary, killing 12 people and injuring at least 10. The bus was traveling from Croatia. The Polish embassy in Budapest has opened a hotline for relatives.

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Sports

Barcelona and Manchester City have reached a preliminary agreement for the transfer of midfielder Rodri. Reports indicate the deal is worth approximately 76 million pounds or 70 million euros. The Spanish international is expected to finalize the move to Barcelona soon.

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Osun Election Scrutiny

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Elections & Politics

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is uploading results for the Osun State governorship election, with 94.5% of polling units opened by 8:30 a.m. Governor Ademola Adeleke alleges INEC plans to bypass the collation process, while Afrobeats star Davido urges politician James Faleke to respect the people's verdict.

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