Authorities in Indian-administered Kashmir have ordered educational institutions to review every book on their premises for "objectionable" content. The directive has sparked a public row and criticism from academics and civil society. Critics fear the move could be used to censor materials and suppress academic freedom in the region.
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Chelsea have had a £117m bid accepted by Aston Villa for midfielder Morgan Rogers, setting a new British transfer record. The deal makes Rogers the most expensive British player in football history. The transfer is now subject to personal terms and a medical.
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Arvid Lindblad secured eighth place in qualifying for the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, marking his best-ever result in Formula 1. The driver described the achievement as the "best feeling" of his career so far.
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The Paperlike screen protector mimics the texture of paper, making stylus drawing on a tablet feel similar to drawing on real paper. The author returned to drawing after 15 years and discovered Paperlike accessories, which became an essential part of his tablet setup. The product is aimed primarily at digital artists and is available in a matte finish.
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Superstar Shania Twain performed an intimate gig at the Horseshoe Tavern in Toronto on Friday night, one of Canada's most iconic small music venues. The setlist mixed her biggest hits with autobiographical tracks from her new album Little Miss Twain. Twain described it as a long-held dream to play the legendary dive bar.
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Bitcoin Japan, a company that currently holds no bitcoin despite its name, plans to raise $60 million through EVO Fund to finally purchase the cryptocurrency. A previous fundraising round in December 2024 instead funded stakes in SpaceX and Figure AI, which the firm describes as its two AI infrastructure investments. The new capital is intended specifically for bitcoin acquisition.
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Two U.S. service members were killed in action in Jordan on Friday, July 17, while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks, U.S. Central Command announced. One American remains missing, four others were medically evacuated to Jordanian hospitals and have since been discharged. CENTCOM is withholding the identities of the fallen until 24 hours after next of kin are notified.
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Epic Games announced that starting July 30, Fortnite creators will be able to publish experiences featuring AI-powered characters. At launch, 36 characters with "consistent voices and personas" will be available, including Fortnite staples such as Agent Jones, to be used as NPCs. The move is part of Epic's broader push to integrate AI into its creative ecosystem.
Israeli airstrikes hit residential neighbourhoods in Gaza City, in areas beyond the line Israeli forces are meant to hold under the ceasefire agreement. Eight people were killed in the attacks. The strikes represent an apparent violation of the ceasefire terms currently in force.
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An elderly woman who inherits money in her 80s could face higher taxes on her Social Security benefits and increased Medicare premiums if the inheritance pushes her income above certain thresholds. Social Security benefits can become partially taxable, and Medicare uses the IRMAA system to raise premiums for higher-income beneficiaries. Financial advisers recommend planning ahead to minimise the tax impact of an inheritance.
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Kuro Games has announced an anime adaptation of its popular gacha action-RPG Wuthering Waves. The project will be the first release under the newly established Kuro Onroad banner, a dedicated animation studio created by the developer to handle future animation projects.
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Italian beach resorts have declared war on homemade food, with beach wardens now officially warning tourists who bring their own sandwiches. Authorities are monitoring beachgoers and handing out formal warnings to those caught eating home-prepared food. The move is aimed at protecting local restaurants and beach bars from losing business to self-catering visitors.
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Ripe tomatoes can be easily peeled by brief blanching: score a cross on the base, submerge in boiling water for 30–60 seconds, then transfer immediately to ice-cold water. Over-blanching breaks down the flesh and leaches out nutrients, so timing and rapid cooling are essential. Tomatoes prepared this way keep their firmness and most of their vitamins, making them ideal for sauces and preserves.
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Indian start-up Skyroot Aerospace became the first private company from India to place a rocket in orbit, launching the Vikram-1 to an altitude of 450 km. India thus joined the United States and China as the third country capable of conducting private spaceflights. The news was reported by Reuters.
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A new study suggests that popular GLP-1 medications — semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) — may be linked to an increased risk of a rare eye disease that can sometimes cause sudden vision loss. Researchers stress that the overall risk remains small. The drugs are widely prescribed for type 2 diabetes and obesity treatment.
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Before Nike and Adidas took over NBA courts, Converse dominated professional basketball, with nearly every player wearing the brand's iconic star-logo shoes. One specific 1970s silhouette became a lasting classic. Converse is now reviving that legendary shape in an exaggerated, oversized modern version that the author says she would happily wear off the court too.
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At the XTB KSW 120 gala in Gdynia, Maciej Różański (16-6) defeated Ibragim Czużigajew (19-7) in a bloody rematch. The Polish fighter turned the fight around in the second round and brutally finished the former KSW light heavyweight champion. It was one of the most spectacular bouts of the evening.
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Chinese company Moonshot AI released a new version of its Kimi AI model this week. The launch prompted concern among commentators, who warned of the risk of "full AI communism." Kimi is one of China's leading large language models competing with Western counterparts.
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A24's Backrooms film, developed with director Kane Parsons, narrowly avoided a serious copyright dispute that could have damaged the project's goodwill and the creative partnership between the parties. The issue was resolved before it could harm the film or its reception.
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An Israeli city with a large ultra-Orthodox Jewish population is pushing to separate men and women on certain public streets. Israeli politicians have already voted to allow gender-segregated courses at universities. Critics warn the measures violate women's rights and could open the door to further restrictions on public space.
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A motoring event took place in Limanowa, drawing car enthusiasts from the region. Rain created difficulties for drivers and organisers throughout the event. Despite the unfavourable weather, participants took part in the festivities.
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Teakhouse Financial co-founder Adrian Cachinero argues that digitally-native generations may rely far less on traditional banks than previous ones. Binance reports that younger users are already driving cryptocurrency adoption in emerging markets. Industry executives see crypto as an increasingly viable alternative to conventional banking for the next generation.
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