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French DJ Kavinsky, known for the song "Nightcall" featured in the 2011 movie Drive, has been found dead in his home in Paris. He was 50 years old and recently performed at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Olympics.
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Kavinsky was a French DJ and music producer.
His track "Nightcall" gained fame through the 2011 film Drive.
He performed with Belgian singer Angèle at the 2024 Olympics closing ceremony.
He was found dead in his Paris home.
His age at death was 50 years.
The news was reported by local French media on July 29, 2026.
Kavinsky’s music contributed to pop culture and international events like the Olympics.
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Shares in Asian chip companies fell sharply after SK Hynix, a major South Korean chipmaker, reported strong profits but missed investors' expectations. This caused a big drop in South Korea’s stock market for the second day, with other chip companies also losing value. The market’s fall reflects worries about how long companies will keep spending on AI technology.
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SK Hynix’s shares dropped by up to 16% after it missed profit expectations despite strong results.
South Korea’s Kospi stock index fell as much as 12.6%, hitting its lowest point since April.
Samsung Electronics shares also fell nearly 10%, both companies are major parts of the Kospi market.
Japan’s Nikkei index dropped 1.5%, and Taiwan’s TSMC shares fell 3% amid the sell-off.
U.S. chip company stocks, including Intel and AMD, also declined recently.
Some investors who bought shares with borrowed money worsened the stock market fall by quickly pulling out.
South Korea’s finance minister said the government is looking at ways to stabilize the market.
As chip stocks dropped, Apple’s stock rose briefly above a $5 trillion valuation as investors sought safer options.
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The approval rating of the U.S. Supreme Court has dropped to a record low of 33%, joining low ratings for President Donald Trump and Congress. Many Americans feel major parts of the government, including top institutions, are not serving them well.
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Only 33% of Americans approve of the Supreme Court’s performance, down 6 points from 2025.
Congress has a 13.5% approval rating, down from 23.2% in 2025.
President Trump’s approval rating is at 34%, his lowest during his presidency.
Republican approval of the Supreme Court fell from 79% in 2025 to 58% this year.
Democrats and independents strongly disapprove of the court after it overturned Roe v. Wade.
The court’s approval used to be above 60% in 2000 but has declined with more political division.
Overall, Americans have low confidence in 14 major U.S. institutions, averaging 27%.
Republicans tend to have higher confidence in these institutions (36%) compared to Democrats (23%).
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Russia has issued an international arrest notice for Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, accusing him of helping terrorism. Russian authorities say Telegram allowed channels and bots used by Ukraine to recruit people for sabotage attacks in Russia.
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Russia's security agency (FSB) says Pavel Durov is wanted internationally for "complicity in terrorism."
Durov is the founder and CEO of Telegram, a popular messaging app.
Russian officials claim Telegram did not remove chats used by Ukrainian groups planning sabotage and terrorism inside Russia.
Russian authorities say Ukrainian intelligence used a Telegram chatbot to recruit Russians for violent acts.
Since July 2025, 46 people aged 12 to 22 were arrested for crimes linked to this chatbot.
Durov holds French and Emirati passports and lives in France; he has previously faced legal issues in France.
If convicted in Russia, Durov could face life in prison.
Telegram responded with an image of Durov making a rude gesture, with no further comment.
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Andy Burnham is giving a speech about the need to improve social care in England. The government is thinking about changing the way social care is run, aiming to focus more on community-led and not-for-profit services rather than private companies making large profits.
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The Prime Minister does not want private companies to make large profits from social care funded by taxpayers.
The new social care model may look like the NHS or community schemes, rather than current private run services.
Louise Casey, leading the government’s social care review, says a mixed market of providers is possible but opposes profiteering from social care.
Ed Davey, Liberal Democrat leader, supports private providers making money but warns against excessive profits and calls for better regulation.
Andy Burnham wants to build agreement among political parties to reform social care and stop political arguments delaying progress.
Zack Polanski, Green party leader, shared a controversial image but refuses to apologize to Nigel Farage for it.
The social care debate includes concerns about families paying high costs and the strain on the NHS.
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France and Spain are facing a new heatwave with very high temperatures, just as firefighters have been fighting large wildfires in both countries. Authorities warn that the hot weather increases the risk of more wildfires, although some fires are now under control.
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Temperatures in France are expected to reach up to 39°C near Bordeaux and high 30s in other major cities.
Spain will see even hotter weather, with temperatures up to 42°C in some areas like Pamplona.
Both countries have experienced several wildfires, with firefighters working hard to contain them.
The French Prime Minister postponed his holiday to manage the wildfire crisis.
Sixty-five departments in France are on high fire risk alert.
Spain’s Madrid region warns of extreme fire danger but reports stable conditions on the main wildfire near the capital.
Volunteers and firefighters are actively working to stop the spread of fires.
The heatwave is the fourth this summer in these areas, increasing drought and fire risk.
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The United States and Saudi Arabia carried out air strikes in Iraq targeting groups linked to Iran. These strikes came after drone attacks on US forces and Saudi oil facilities, and at least 20 members of Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces were reported killed.
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The US and Saudi Arabia launched joint air strikes in Iraq.
The strikes targeted groups connected to Iran.
The action followed drone attacks on US forces in the region.
Saudi oil facilities were also attacked by drones before the strikes.
Saudi Arabia described the strikes as an act of self-defense.
Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces said at least 20 of their members died in the strikes.
The strikes show cooperation between the US and Saudi Arabia against Iran-linked threats.
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A massive wildfire near Bordeaux, France, is still burning a week after it began, threatening the region with dangerous heat above 40°C (104°F) and strong winds. Authorities have evacuated about 220,000 people, while some residents in less-affected areas were allowed to return home under caution. Similar wildfires in Spain have also forced large-scale evacuations, with ongoing efforts to control the fires there.
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The wildfire near Bordeaux covers an area four times the size of Paris.
Around 220,000 people were evacuated from the Gironde region in southwestern France.
Temperatures are forecast to rise above 40°C (104°F), which may worsen the fire.
Authorities ordered an additional 4,000 people evacuated from Atlantic coast tourist areas.
About 60,000 evacuees were allowed to return to their homes in three Bordeaux suburbs.
Firefighters continue battling wildfires in Spain, where about 330,000 people have been evacuated across both countries.
Spain is facing its fourth heat wave this summer, making fire control difficult.
Emergency shelters have been set up for evacuees in affected areas, including Bordeaux’s exhibition center.
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K-Pop group BTS announced they will not submit their music for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards. They expressed a wish for music to be appreciated for itself, rather than divided by language or region, amid changes in Grammy categories and rules affecting Asian artists.
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BTS announced on Instagram that they will not enter the 2027 Grammy Awards.
Their latest album, *Arirang*, mostly features English lyrics, which disqualifies it from the new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.
The Grammy rules say songs in that category must have “meaningful use” of an Asian language.
BTS have been nominated for Grammys five times since 2020 but have never won.
All seven BTS members have been voting members of the Recording Academy since 2019.
The group has previously performed at the Grammys and received nominations in various categories.
Some fans criticized the new Grammy category for Asian artists as limiting rather than inclusive.
Several other well-known artists have boycotted the Grammys in recent years over concerns about how the awards recognize music.
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Iran and Oman are discussing how to manage the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for oil and gas. Oman proposed sharing control evenly, but Iran rejected this and made its own offer that would give Iran more control over the waterway.
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The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow but important channel for global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments.
Iran rejected Oman's plan to jointly control the strait with a 50-50 split of shipping lanes.
Oman’s proposal suggested dividing the route so ships enter through Iran’s waters and exit through Oman’s, with voluntary fees for navigation.
Oman’s plan is similar to an existing agreement in the Strait of Malacca in Southeast Asia.
Iran wants most shipping lanes to be under its control to oversee both incoming and outgoing traffic.
The strait was closed by Iran after the start of recent conflicts involving the US and Israel, causing global supply problems.
A June 17 memorandum between Iran and the US led to a temporary reopening of the waterway, but control issues remain unclear.
Diplomatic talks continue as US and Iranian military actions related to the strait have recently paused.
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A Victorian parliamentary committee investigating harmful cults accidentally shared email addresses of anonymous survivors with current cult members and journalists. The committee apologized, asked recipients to delete the email, and said it is reviewing its processes to prevent future mistakes.
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A Victorian committee released a report on cults and emailed hundreds about its publication.
The email mistakenly showed all recipients’ addresses, including anonymous survivors’ and cult members’.
Survivors who trusted anonymity were exposed, raising concerns about their safety and privacy.
The committee apologized and asked people to delete and not share the email.
The report included 39 recommendations to help deal with cults and support survivors.
Suggested actions include new laws against group-based pressure and better police handling of cult cases.
The report advises against legally defining "cult" to ensure victims don’t have to prove a group’s label before getting help.
Support groups stressed that abuse, not belief, defines cult-like control in various group types.
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Germany is increasing its military forces through voluntary recruitment and modernizing its military service rules. The country aims to build a larger army and stronger defense as part of a response to security concerns following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Germany wants to increase its active military force by 80,000 to a total of 260,000 soldiers.
The country plans to have 200,000 reservists in addition to active-duty troops.
Since January, over 300,000 letters were sent to 18-year-olds to ask if they want to join the military and collect information about their health and education.
Women also received the letters but are not legally required to respond, unlike men.
The Military Service Modernisation Act started on January 1, setting new rules for young Germans regarding military and civic duties.
These military expansions are part of Germany’s plan to build “Europe’s strongest conventional army” announced by Chancellor Friedrich Merz in 2023.
Germany’s new military plans signal a stronger commitment to defending Europe and sharing defense responsibilities within NATO.
Rayhan Butt, an 18-year-old musician, plans to join the military’s marching band and supports voluntary military or civic service.
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President Donald Trump invited 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams to the White House to honor him for rescuing a 10-year-old boy from rough ocean water at a beach in Santa Cruz, California. The rescue was caught on video and shared widely on social media.
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Ryder Williams is a 16-year-old lifeguard.
He rescued a 10-year-old boy who had been swept about 15 yards into the ocean at Seabright State Beach, Santa Cruz.
The rescue took just over two minutes and included help from other beachgoers.
A video of the rescue was filmed by Scott Vander Dussen and went viral on social media.
President Trump invited Ryder and his family to the White House to receive a High Civilian Honor.
Ryder’s father, Shane Williams, expressed pride and said Ryder wants to work hard and serve his community.
The story is still developing and may be updated later.
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Uganda is facing a severe food crisis due to a long drought, especially in the Karamoja region where many people rely on farming and livestock. The government has started emergency food aid, but the situation is worsened by climate change, environmental damage, conflict, and past cuts in foreign aid.
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Uganda is experiencing its worst drought in decades, with no rain since April in Karamoja.
At least 19 people have died from starvation in Karamoja; 1.5 million are at risk of malnutrition.
The Karamoja region is dry and difficult to live in; most locals depend on farming and livestock.
Climate change, environmental damage like deforestation, and overgrazing contribute to the drought.
Conflict between cattle herders and raiders has made the crisis worse.
Karamoja has been historically marginalized and underdeveloped since colonial times.
Cuts in U.S. foreign aid under President Donald Trump have reduced food support.
Corruption has diverted funds meant to help the region, worsening governance problems.
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Concacaf has publicly criticized FIFA’s plan to sell stakes in a new World Cup commercial entity to private investors, expressing concerns over a lack of proper consultation and transparency. The proposed sale, intended to raise billions to fund football projects, has surprised key football leaders who were not informed beforehand.
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Concacaf and UEFA have both criticized FIFA’s plan to sell World Cup-related commercial rights to private investors.
Concacaf officials said they first heard about the plan through media reports, not direct communication from FIFA.
The new commercial entity, FIFA Forward Enterprise, is valued at $20 billion and aims to raise about $4.2 billion through the sale.
FIFA has given its 211 member associations a deadline of September 19 to agree to the sale and receive payments of around $20 million each starting January next year.
Joshua Kushner’s company, Thrive Eternal, is leading the investor group; he is the brother of Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law.
UEFA strongly opposes the move, calling it a threat to football’s governance and plans to hold emergency talks on the issue.
The sale plan risks increasing pressure to expand the World Cup to 64 teams and hold it more often due to its high commercial value.
Britain’s Prime Minister Andy Burnham also criticized the proposal, saying the World Cup does not belong to investors.
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Ukrainian drone attacks caused fires at industrial sites in the Russian city of Ryazan, damaging warehouses and injuring six people. Both Russia and Ukraine have recently increased attacks on military and industrial targets, affecting civilian areas and disrupting local businesses.
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Ukrainian drones attacked industrial facilities in Ryazan, Russia, causing fires and damage to homes and buildings.
Authorities shot down 45 drones over the Ryazan region overnight, with debris causing injuries.
Major Russian retailer Wildberries had to evacuate warehouses after drone damage disrupted about 10% of its storage capacity.
In southern Russia’s Taganrog, missile debris killed one woman and injured a man.
Russian attacks in Ukraine’s Kherson and Dnipropetrovsk regions caused deaths and multiple injuries.
Both countries have been targeting ships in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov, reducing oil and grain supplies.
Ukraine’s acting Defence Minister said Ukraine must use careful and unequal tactics against Russia.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss missile production and peace talks.
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The Indian Premier League (IPL), a popular cricket league, is now worth $20.6 billion, growing by more than 11% this year. Big investment groups recently bought IPL teams for record prices, showing strong interest in the league’s future.
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The IPL’s business value reached $20.6 billion in 2024, up over 11% from last year.
This marks the second year in a row with double-digit growth in the league’s value.
IPL started in 2008 and has 10 teams featuring top cricket players worldwide.
The league earns money through TV broadcasts, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and team ownership.
A group including Blackstone and other firms bought the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team for $1.78 billion in March.
The Mittal family and Adar Poonawalla bought the Rajasthan Royals team for $1.65 billion in May.
The IPL’s brand alone grew 10.3% in value to $4.3 billion.
Bengaluru is the most valuable IPL franchise, worth $312 million.
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Heathrow Airport has been allowed to recover £320 million spent on planning its third runway by charging airlines higher fees. These costs will be passed to passengers through higher airfares for the next 20 to 25 years, starting with a small increase in 2028.
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Heathrow Airport spent £320 million developing plans for a third runway since early last year.
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) allowed the airport to recoup this money by raising charges to airlines.
These higher charges will likely increase airfares for passengers for 20 to 25 years.
The initial cost increase per passenger will be about 15 pence in 2028, rising to about 30 pence later.
A rival plan, Heathrow West, can recover £4.1 million spent on its expansion proposal until November 2025.
Airlines, including British Airways, warn that early cost recovery may make the expansion too expensive for travelers.
The CAA says the recovered costs are capped, reviewed for efficiency, and only cover justified expenses needed to develop expansion plans.
The UK government aims to start building the third runway during the current parliament, targeting completion by 2035.
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Khalida Boufedeche was elected as Algeria’s first woman to serve as the speaker of the parliament’s lower house. She is a trained allergist and a member of the National Liberation Front party, becoming the fourth-highest-ranking official in Algeria.
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Khalida Boufedeche was elected on July 28, 2026, as the speaker of Algeria’s lower house of parliament.
She is the first woman to ever hold this position in Algeria.
Boufedeche is trained as an allergist and represents the capital city, Algiers.
She is a member of the National Liberation Front (FLN), the country’s ruling party.
The FLN won the most seats in recent parliamentary elections, securing 91 out of 407 seats.
Voter turnout in these elections was very low, at 21 percent, the lowest ever recorded.
Women hold only 25 seats in the parliament, about 6 percent of the total.
Boufedeche previously worked in local politics and serves on her party’s central committee.
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Britain plans to require datacentre projects to pay large upfront fees to get connected to the electricity grid. This aims to reduce the long queue of datacentres waiting for power connections and ensure only serious projects secure grid access.
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There are currently 315 datacentre projects in Britain waiting to connect to the electricity grid, with a total demand of 73 gigawatts (GW).
This demand is much higher than Britain’s peak electricity use of 45 GW.
Ofgem, the energy regulator, proposes requiring upfront fees or financial guarantees when a connection offer is made.
Datacentre companies like Amazon and Microsoft could pay around £350 million to reserve 500 megawatts (MW) of grid capacity.
Projects must meet clear targets, such as securing customers and funding, or be removed from the queue.
The proposals are designed to prevent speculative projects that block grid access for serious developers.
Datacentres use large amounts of electricity and are important for AI technologies.
Similar grid connection delays for datacentres are seen worldwide, with many projects potentially being canceled or delayed.
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