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Brazil’s Lula seeks end to ‘baseless tariffs’ in call with Trump

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva urged US counterpart Donald Trump in a phone call on Friday to resolve their countries’ trade dispute, saying US tariffs were imposed on “baseless” grounds. Washington imposed two new sets of tariffs on the Latin American giant in July, a move that has become a key campaign issue ahead of…

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Govt Deploys Army in Rawalpindi

The federal government has approved the deployment of the Pakistan Army in Rawalpindi following a request from the Punjab government … Read More The post Govt Deploys Army in Rawalpindi appeared first…

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English Newsletter Aug 25

English Newsletter Aug 25 Balancing the competing interests of regional and global stakeholders is no easy task. Can Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa prevent his country from becoming an arena for…

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Brazil Blocks Welfare Recipients From Betting Accounts

Brazil's Finance Ministry has blocked welfare recipients from betting accounts, requiring operators to close existing accounts within three days and return balances.

  • Brazil blocks welfare recipients from opening betting accounts since July 2026.
  • Ministry of Finance’s SPA uses CPF to identify blocked individuals.
  • Operators must close accounts within three days and refund remaining funds.

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Missed your exit? Sharjah Police urge drivers not to make sudden turns

Sharjah: Sharjah Police have warned motorists against making sudden lane changes or sharp turns after missing an exit, urging drivers to continue on their route and take the next available exit rather…

  • Sharjah Police warn against sudden lane changes
  • Drivers urged to continue on current route
  • Violation may result in Dh1,000 fine and 4 black points

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AUKU repeal to pave way for new higher education law

KEPALA BATAS: The repeal of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) is not solely focused on students, as the government is also reviewing the entire higher education legal framework before introducing a new Act as its replacement.

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Germany news: Friedrich Merz to visit area struck by fires

Chancellor Merz is set to thank firefighters who tackled recent devastating blazes in western Germany. Meanwhile, a German Cup soccer match ended in a mass brawl with over 100 injuries. DW has more.

  • German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to visit Hürtgenwald region
  • Express gratitude to firefighters and rescue workers
  • Address aftermath of largest forest fire in North Rhine-Westphalia

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Prabowo Seen Inspecting West Kalimantan Forest Fire Site

Prabowo inspects a forest fire site in West Kalimantan, where firefighters battle blazes amid thousands of hotspots.

  • President Prabowo visits West Kalimantan forest fire site.
  • Inspects Limbung Village area with smoke and firefighters.
  • Requests satellite monitoring data on 198 hotspots in 24 hours.
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