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Resource rich nation praises US ties amid Washington-Beijing critical minerals race

  • Congo rejects choosing between US and China on minerals.
  • Minister calls for complementary international partnerships.
  • Eastern Congo faces worsening sexual violence.

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s foreign minister has welcomed closer US involvement in the country’s critical-minerals sector while rejecting the idea that it should be framed as a rivalry with China. She said Congo needs several international partners to help convert its large mineral reserves into broader prosperity,…

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Neighbors in ritzy houses near Universal Studios outraged by noise coming from new Fast and Furious rollercoaster

  • Universal Studios Hollywood neighbours upset over new rollercoaster's noise
  • Fast & Furious-themed ride blamed for disturbances near homes
  • Dispute reflects wider tension between theme parks and residents

Residents living in upmarket homes near Universal Studios Hollywood have voiced anger over the noise generated by the theme park's new Fast & Furious-themed rollercoaster, according to the report. The complaints highlight a recurring tension between major theme parks and their neighbouring communities, where expansions and new high-thrill…

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Famous beach now requires visitors to reserve spots weeks ahead and pay fees

  • Popular Italian beaches increasingly require advance reservations.
  • QR codes, daily caps and fees aim to curb overcrowding.
  • Visitors may need to plan beach days weeks ahead.

Several of Italy’s best-known beaches are introducing reservation systems, QR codes, visitor limits and entry fees in an effort to control overcrowding. The measures mean travellers may need to plan beach visits weeks in advance, prompting debate over whether access to public coastal destinations is becoming too restricted.…

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UFC’s McGregor-Holloway Fight Averages 6.5 Million Viewers Across U.S. and Latin America

  • McGregor-Holloway averaged 6.5 million viewers across two regions.
  • Holloway won after McGregor suffered a knee injury.
  • Paramount says UFC viewing has grown sharply on its service.

UFC’s July 11 Paramount+ main card, headlined by Conor McGregor versus Max Holloway, averaged 6.5 million viewers across the United States and Latin America. The result underlines the scale of UFC’s new streaming partnership with Paramount, despite the headline bout ending after 69 seconds when McGregor sustained a…

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Home Run Derby ratings crash on Netflix, sets 20-plus-year low as questions surface about program quality

  • Home Run Derby drew 5.3 million Netflix viewers.
  • Audience was the event’s lowest since 2003.
  • Streaming distribution may have affected reach.

The Home Run Derby attracted 5.3 million viewers on Netflix, its lowest audience since 2003, according to the article. The result raises questions about the event’s presentation and whether moving it to a streaming platform affected its reach, particularly as live sports audiences have generally grown in recent…

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Federal worker faces charges over insider bets on Trump speeches

  • White House teleprompter operator bet on Trump's exact speech wording
  • Kalshi froze over $90,000 and alerted the CFTC
  • Perez left his post; prosecutors declined to bring criminal charges

A federal employee who operated teleprompters at the White House, Gabriel Perez, was investigated after allegedly using his access to speech content to place bets worth nearly $100,000 on words President Donald Trump would use in major addresses, including the State of the Union. The wagers were placed…

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Watch: What to know as Genoa bridge disaster trial ends

  • Thirty-two people were convicted over Genoa’s 2018 bridge collapse.
  • The disaster killed 43 people during a rainstorm.
  • Former motorway chief Giovanni Castellucci received 12 years.

A long-running criminal trial over the 2018 collapse of Genoa’s Morandi bridge has ended with 32 people found guilty, including former motorway operator chief executive Giovanni Castellucci. The verdicts mark a significant moment for victims’ families and scrutiny of Italy’s infrastructure oversight after one of the country’s deadliest…

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White House condemns staffer accused of betting on Trump speech as a ‘disgrace’

  • White House staffer accused of betting on Trump speeches
  • Staffer placed on paid administrative leave
  • Federal investigation is under way

The White House has condemned allegations that a teleprompter operator bet on President Donald Trump’s speeches, describing the conduct as “a disgrace”. The staffer has been placed on paid administrative leave while a federal investigation proceeds, and the matter raises concerns about integrity and security within the presidential…

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Private parking firms apparently flouting the law and their own code of practice over tickets issued to drivers, says competition watchdog

  • Watchdog says parking firms may be breaching law and their own code
  • Concerns raised over how tickets are issued to drivers
  • Full details of firms involved and next steps unclear

A competition watchdog has raised concerns that private parking firms operating in the UK appear to be breaking the law as well as their own industry code of practice when issuing tickets to drivers. The finding suggests that motorists may be facing penalty charges that are not properly…

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Fifa ‘assessing reports’ over Falklands banner

  • Fifa is considering action over Argentina’s Falklands banner.
  • Argentina will remain in the World Cup final.
  • The banner revived a long-running UK-Argentina sovereignty dispute.

Fifa is reviewing reports after Argentina’s players displayed a banner asserting their country’s claim to the Falkland Islands following their 2-1 World Cup semi-final victory over England. The incident matters because Fifa rules restrict political messaging, and it has renewed a longstanding sovereignty dispute between the UK and…

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