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Ong Kian Ming, pro vice-chancellor for external engagement at Taylor's University, says Malaysia's bid to join the BRICS group of emerging economies is more about that than "seeking our own legitimate economic interests."

Malaysia's BRICS bid is more about balancing U.S. and China ties, professor says

The Hill

This is a moment when America can make headway on the continent because African leaders are also upset about China’s unfulfilled pledges.

Opinion: China’s losses in Kenya are America’s opportunities in Africa

The Week

Visitors believe the 'divine presence inside' can bless worshippers with a successful US visa application

India's visa temples offer divine intervention to hopeful migrants

Business Insider

Small merchants in China have been holding rallies this month to protest Temu's fines and refund policies, multiple outlets reported.

Dozens of angry Chinese suppliers swarmed Temu's office, saying they're tired of giving Westerners refunds without returns

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It’s no secret that Prince Harry feels very strongly about the lack of private security he and his family will have when they visit the U.K., after he lost his right to public-funded private security when he and Meghan Markle stepped down as se...

King Charles Is Reportedly ‘Heartbroken’ After Prince Harry Tells Him He Cannot See His Grandkids Until Security Issues In The UK Are Resolved: A ‘Clear Message To The King’

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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A federal law has forced nearly 122,000 disabled veterans in the last 12 years to return payouts — some totaling tens of thousands of dollars — they received to leave the military when it needed to downsize, according to new data obtained by NBC News. The statistics come...

A little-known law has forced more than 120,000 veterans to return payouts they received to leave the military, new data shows

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

In its fiscal third-quarter earnings report to investors in late June, pharmacy chain. announced plans to close a "significant" number of its 8,600 U.S. stores. CEO Tim Wentworth said only 75% of the chain's locations were making a profit, and that the other one-quarter of them faced the chopping block by 2027.

Why pharmacy chains like Walgreens and CVS are shuttering locations

Bingwa Thomas, 72, from Kansas City, bought a cheap old house in Southern Italy’s Latronico, hoping that that Italy’s laid-back lifestyle will help him live longer.

He bought a cheap house in Italy to improve his life expectancy

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Zimbabwe’s national carrier has restarted services between Harare and Johannesburg. The restarted service will operate four times a week. Flights operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Air Zimbabwe reintroduced this service on Monday, July 29. Important Air Service Resumed. Air Zimbabwe’s flights between Johannesburg and Harare connect two...

Air Zimbabwe Restarts Johannesburg Service

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Grocery shopping can take a big bite out of your budget. However, some grocery stores in the US address this pain point. These stores employ clever strategies, from limited selections and private-label brands to bulk buying and warehouse layouts.

11 Cheapest Grocery Stores In The US

TEL AVIV — Israel is bracing for a potential multiday attack by Iran and its ally Hezbollah following the assassination of two senior militant leaders last week, an Israeli official told NBC News. The official said Israel fears waves of missiles and drones could be fired over several days...

Israel bracing for attack after assassinations in Beirut and Tehran

Some gods grant riches and others good luck, but one deity in India offers a much less nebulous fortune to his devotees: tickets to a new life in the United States. "I got the visa because of my capability of course, but I have luck of god as well," she said.

India's 'visa temple' bestows tickets to the American dream

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Team USA has been struggling to dominate the Paris Olympics, with a slow start on day three. After claiming two gold medals and seven overall on Sunday, the US failed to capture any gold medals on Monday, dropping them down in the standings. Team USA captured six bronze medals and two silver medals - eight overall, but no golds.

Team USA fails to win a single gold medal on day three at Paris Olympics.

More than 80% of recent homebuyers say they regret their purchase, according to a recent survey from Clever Real Estate. Home prices have been rising faster than incomes, which can be a problem for homeowners because as the value of a home rises, so does the cost to maintain it. Property taxes and insurance premiums have been rising at a rapid rate, influenced by inflation and the increase in catastrophic weather events.

Why home payments are skyrocketing

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Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

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CALIFORNIA – Plaintiffs, in a case against Wells Fargo alleging that the bank knowingly took part in a marketing scam, asked the court, July 8, not to grant a motion for summary judgment.

Class action lawsuit says Wells Fargo customers lost over $160 Million

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'Internal battle' in Modi's BJP on whether India needs Chinese investments, Natixis chief Asia economist says

In the country's annual economic survey released last Monday, India's Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran proposed promoting foreign direct investments from China. This proposal was...

'Internal battle' in Modi's BJP on whether India needs Chinese investments, Natixis chief Asia economist says

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