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Chile Mine Collapse Leaves Two Dead, Three Trapped
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) A second miner has been confirmed dead following the collapse at Chile's El Teniente copper mine, as rescue teams recovered human remains on Friday. The disaster, triggered by a 4.2-magnitude earthquake in central Chile, has left three miners …
UK Envoy says trade agreement with Turkey is "a great example" of modern trade deals
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The British consul general in Istanbul has described the planned update to the UK-Turkiye free trade agreement as "a great example" of what modern trade deals can achieve. Kenan Poleo, who also serves as the UK’s trade commissioner for Eastern …
Three scientists get awarded 2025 Micius Quantum Prize
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The 2025 Micius Quantum Prize has been presented to three international researchers for their significant breakthroughs in quantum simulations using optical lattices, the Micius Quantum Foundation announced Friday. The awardees are Immanuel Bloch …
Fifteen Get Arrested After Protests Outside Asylum Hotels
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Authorities have detained fifteen individuals following demonstrations across England held outside hotels designated to accommodate asylum seekers. Groups opposing migration and counter-protesters confronted each other in London and Newcastle, as …
Estonia Sends Rescue Teams to Battle Spain’s Wildfires
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) On Friday, Estonia sent its first rescue team to Spain to assist in battling the country’s relentless wildfires, with a second team set to leave on August 17. Each contingent is composed of 20 rescuers. Spain has faced a severe wildfire season …
Brazil’s President Defends Sovereignty Amid Rising Frictions with U.S.
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva reaffirmed on Thursday that national sovereignty remains a core principle for Brazil, emphasizing the necessity of international cooperation and the reinforcement of multilateralism amid escalating …
Russia Presents Pillar of Belarusian Security
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko stressed on Thursday that the nation's safety is heavily reliant on its alliance with Russia, which he described as its most trusted and intimate partner. During a gathering with diplomatic representatives …
XI inks order to unveil flag designs for four branches of PLA
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Xi Jinping, chairman of China’s Central Military Commission (CMC), has signed an official order unveiling the flag designs for four branches of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA): the aerospace force, cyberspace force, information support force, …
Five people pass away after being washed away by water in China
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Authorities in south China’s Guangdong Province confirmed the deaths of five individuals who were swept away in a remote area of Huidong County. The incident occurred on Friday evening when the Huidong public security bureau received a report at …
Volunteers gather to combat threat of plastic pollution on shores of Geneva lake
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Over 50 volunteers gathered on a sunny afternoon at Baby Plage, a small sandy beach in Geneva, to combat the growing threat of plastic pollution. Equipped with gloves and reusable bags, they participated in a cleanup event organized by the Green …
US Representative Demands Soros, OSF Official Testify
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) US Representative Tim Burchett has officially called for billionaire financier George Soros and his colleague Leonard Benardo, senior vice president at the Open Society Foundations (OSF), to appear before Congress to address their purported role …
Chinese researchers introduce brain-like computer replicating monkey’s thoughts
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Researchers in China have introduced a new brain-like computer called Darwin Monkey, designed to replicate the cognitive functions of a macaque monkey’s brain. Created by the national key laboratory of brain intelligence at Zhejiang University, …
Trump Threatens BRICS with Tariffs
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump is weighing the introduction of tariffs on BRICS countries, accusing the alliance of pursuing agendas that oppose American interests. During remarks made at the White House on Wednesday, Trump alleged that the bloc is …
S. Korean FM confirms summit with Trump this month
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun stated on Sunday that final arrangements are underway for a summit between President Lee Jae Myung and U.S. President Donald Trump, and that the meeting is not expected to be postponed into the following …
Lavrov Reaffirms Moscow’s Support to Syria’s Sovereignty
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reaffirmed Moscow’s commitment to Syria’s sovereignty on Thursday, condemning any use of Syrian land for geopolitical conflict. Addressing the press in Moscow after meeting with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad …
US stock markets drop dramatically due to disappointing employment numbers
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. stock markets fell sharply on Friday, driven by disappointing employment figures and increased investor anxiety over the administration's unpredictable trade stance, according to reports. The Dow Jones Industrial Average sank by 542.4 points, …
Ukrainian Attacks Target Some Russian Regions
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Several regions across Russia were subjected to a barrage of Ukrainian drone assaults during the night on Saturday, resulting in injuries to at least four civilians and triggering blazes in residential zones, according to regional authorities. …
Race for AI, quantum in attempt to create future of science, tech over upcoming two decade
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The competition to lead in artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technology will play a crucial role in shaping the future of global science and technology over the next two decades, according to a report by NATO’s Science and Technology …
World parliamentary conference concludes in Geneva
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Parliamentary leaders from about 120 countries concluded the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva by adopting a historic declaration calling for enhanced and more effective multilateral cooperation to promote peace, justice, …
Qatar to deliver electricity to Syria for twelve months
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August 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Qatar has unveiled the second stage of its ongoing effort to assist Syria’s energy sector, confirming that it will begin delivering additional electricity to the country starting Saturday, as announced by a development fund affiliated with Qatar. …