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The Onion Launches Infowars Satire With Sandy Hook Donations

The satirical news organization The Onion announced a parody of Alex Jones' Infowars, pledging $100,000 in initial donations to Sandy Hook families. Sandy Hook families have received no payment from Jones despite court orders totaling over $1 billion.

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‘Nedumkandam Miracle’: Mohanlal to star in Dileesh Pothan’s next directorial

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Israel military warns of critical staffing crisis

The Israeli Defense Forces briefed the Knesset about severe platoon commander shortages and broader manpower deficits across combat units. Officials warned that continued operations without recruitment increases risk force sustainability.

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Markets rally on realty, healthcare gains amid rupee weakness

Indian stock markets gained nearly 1% as softer crude oil prices and buying in real estate, healthcare, and consumption stocks boosted sentiment. However, weakness in capital goods and power sectors, combined with continued rupee depreciation, limited the recovery to selective segments.

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World Cup Boost Fails to Lift UK Services Growth

Despite World Cup hosting duties, the UK services sector recorded its fastest decline in 3.5 years in June, with the PMI falling to 48.8. Hospitality job growth from the tournament failed to offset broader economic weakness as businesses braced for political transitions.

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Italian PM Meloni Addresses Labor and Security Issues

Prime Minister Meloni met with labor unions to discuss workplace security and fair wages. Nigerian officials faced questioning over presidential council expenditures.

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British Chancellor Faces Scrutiny on Economic Policy

UK government officials including Chancellor face criticism over economic policy implementation and communication. Leadership challenges emerge as the administration grapples with public confidence issues.

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India Bats First; Sooryavanshi Gets Debut

India won the coin toss and elected to bat first in the second T20I against England in Manchester, with England also making changes by recalling Jofra Archer and introducing debutant Josh Tongue to their lineup.

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Operation Entebbe: 50 Years of Daring Rescue Legacy

Israel marks the 50th anniversary of Operation Entebbe, the 1976 hostage rescue at Uganda's airport. Declassified Israeli archives reveal new details about Ugandan President Idi Amin's role during the crisis, which remains a defining moment in Jewish and Israeli history.

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Elle Woods prequel chronicles character's fashion transformation

Prime Video's prequel 'Elle' explores the fashion evolution and formative years of Elle Woods before her Harvard law school days, as shown in the original 'Legally Blonde' films. Costume designer Sara Byblow discusses how pink empowerment and signature style choices defined the character's iconic look.

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Ghana Coach Vows African Progress at World Cup

Ghana's manager Carlos Queiroz emphasized the team's duty to African representation by reaching the knockout stages, as the continent faces historic eliminations.

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Gautam Gambhir Sent Blunt Message On How To Manage Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: "Tell Him He Won't Play"

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Yorkshire women's team claims first T20 Blast victory

Yorkshire women's cricket team secured their first T20 Blast victory behind Winfield-Hill's near-century and Kalis's aggressive unbeaten innings. Somerset's Anika Learoyd scored an unbeaten hundred in a losing effort as Yorkshire posted 211.

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UK Prime Minister-in-waiting Burnham signals tax flexibility within fiscal rules

Andy Burnham, the likely next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, indicated there is some room for movement on tax policy while maintaining Labour's current fiscal rules and 2024 manifesto commitments. Burnham pledged no increases to VAT, income tax, or national insurance despite public finance pressures from energy shocks and rising spending demands.

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Nigeria Intensifies Counter-Terrorism Partnerships

Nigeria's Defence Minister announced expanded anti-jihadist collaboration with Benin and Niger. The U.S. completed counterterrorism operations while maintaining intelligence partnership with Abuja.

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