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US Army offer four-day pass to play GTA VI for at least two more years of service - report

A decade has passed since the last version of the beloved game was published, and it is a unique incentive that connects directly with soldiers, the 3rd Infantry Division spokesperson said.

  • US Army unit in Georgia offers four-day pass for GTA VI to active duty service members.
  • Soldiers must sign reenlistment contract between August 1 and November 14.
  • Program aims to engage soldiers by tapping into their interests like video games.

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US Army secretary expected to step down by year's end after months of tension with Hegseth - report

This follows Hegseth's April firing of General Randy George as the Army's chief of staff without explanation, drawing criticism from Republicans in Congress and from Army Secretary Dan Driscoll.

  • US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll expected to resign by year-end.
  • Tension with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth strained relations.
  • Hegseth dismissed General Randy George without explanation.

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2 bodies recovered and about 12 missing after migrant boat capsized off Tunisian coast

TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — A boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of southern Tunisia , killing at least two people and leaving 12 missing, Tunisia’s national guard said Saturday.

  • Two bodies recovered, 12 missing after migrant boat capsized off Tunisia.
  • Survivors rescued from life jacket by commercial ship on Saturday.
  • Migrant departures from Tunisia decreased after 2023 EU-Tunisia agreement.

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Cargo vessel sinks off Indian coast

The Panama‑flagged Ocean Winner reportedly had a crew of 24, at least two of whom appear to have been rescued. The ship is thought to have been carrying iron ore from India to Singapore.

  • Cargo ship Ocean Winner sinks off India's eastern coast
  • At least two crew members reportedly rescued
  • Joint operation underway to locate survivors

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How IEBC’s 2027 deadlines could force Ruto and opposition to pick sides

Kenya’s 2027 political contest is moving from early positioning to decisions that will have to fit within a strict electoral timetable, as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)…

  • IEBC sets strict deadlines for 2027 Kenyan election, August 10 as voting day
  • October 15, 2026 deadline for parties to submit authorized official names and signatures
  • May 2027 phase for parties to finalize primaries, resolve internal disputes
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