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Report on North Macedonia's Progress towards EU Membership Adopted in Strasbourg, Reactions
Bulgarian News Agency
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The European Parliament’s (EP) annual report on North Macedonia’s progress towards EU accession was adopted during a plenary session in Strasbourg on Wednesday. The report was voted with 461 in favour, 121 against and 107 abstained out of 689 EP...
Illinois and Tennessee basketball announce two-year neutral site agreement
On3
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July 9, 2025
The Illinois Fighting Illini and Tennessee Volunteers men’s basketball programs have finalized a two-year agreement to continue their high-level non-conference rivalry. The deal includes: December 6, 2025: A neutral-site matchup at Bridgestone...
One Country Gave Ukraine All Its Tanks And Is Now Building An Army Of Armored Vehicles
Charter 97
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10 An armored vehicle army may be the best option in modern drone warfare. Northern Macedonia is a loyal ally of Ukraine. After the full-scale Russian invasion, this small Balkan country gave us all of its tanks and all of its Su-25 attack...
4 arrested for allegedly trying to disable federal vehicles during Van Nuys immigration raid
ABC7 - California
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July 9, 2025
VAN NUYS, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Four people are under arrest and facing felony charges for allegedly trying to impede an immigration enforcement operation in Van Nuys. According to U.S. Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent Gregory Bovino, the suspects...
Kremlin exacts loyalty amid tightening crackdown on Russian elite
The Kyiv Independent
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July 9, 2025
MOSCOW, RUSSIA - JULY 6: (RUSSIA OUT) Russian President Vladimir Putin applauds during the 'All For The Victory' forum, which promotes victory over Ukraine, on July 6, 2025 in Moscow, Russia. The event is hosted by People's United Front, a...
Men Who Allegedly Spiked Border Patrol Truck’s Tire Had Bag With LA Riot-Tied Org’s Name On It
The Daily Caller
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July 9, 2025
Four individuals accused of spiking a Border Patrol vehicle’s tire were arrested with a tote bag connected to a taxpayer-funded organization tied to Los Angeles protests that eventually exploded into riots. A Border Patrol vehicle’s tire was...
Road Less Traveled: Agent finds alternatives to major cities
The Entertainer Magazine - Arizona
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Travelers often gravitate toward popular destinations, and with good reason. Their renowned landmarks, rich cultural heritage and world-class attractions have earned them a spot on countless bucket lists. But sometimes, a lesser-known destination...
From missing sabungeros to family feuds: Gretchen Barretto’s web of controversies
Rappler
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July 7, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Barretto family has been in the spotlight for decades, courtesy of sisters Marjorie, Claudine, and Gretchen. It was Gretchen’s name that first made waves, though, with a pretty face that quickly launched her into showbiz...
4 Anti-ICE Activists Arrested for Planting Tire Spikes near Federal Police Units in Los Angeles
Breitbart
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July 9, 2025
Four anti-ICE activists were arrested after allegedly planting homemade tire deflation devices around vehicles belonging to federal law enforcement agents conducting immigration enforcement operations in the Van Nuys neighborhood of Los Angeles....
European parliament accepts Thomas Waitz’s report on North Macedonia with all of the Bulgarian corrections
BGNES
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July 9, 2025
All texts referring to the “Macedonian identity and language” were removed, BGNES reports. The three largest political forces in the European Parliament—the EPP, S&D, and Renew Europe—agreed to remove the phrases “Macedonian identity” and...
4 arrested for attempting to disable Border Patrol vehicle during LA raid
The Post Millenial
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July 9, 2025
“Subjects attempted to impede & obstruct our efforts, using improvised devices aimed at disabling our vehicles.” Four individuals were arrested this week after allegedly attempting to sabotage a US Border Patrol vehicle during an immigration...
European Parliament will vote today on the Weitz report on Republic of North Macedonia
BGNES
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July 9, 2025
The report by MEP Thomas Weitz on North Macedonia's progress will be voted on today at the European Parliament meeting in Strasbourg, BGNES reported. The vote will take place after 1:00 p.m. Bulgarian time. The debate on the report took place...
PIX: Griezmann double fires France to victory
Rediff
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IMAGE: Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring the second goal for France during their World Cup qualifying match against Finland on Tuesday. Photograph: Stephane Mahe/Reuters Antoine Griezmann played chief tormentor as France sprung back into life...
Who made people in Serbia turn against the EU?
Serbian Monitor
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July 8, 2025
For the people of Serbia, 1993 is remembered as a grim year, while for Europe it marked the creation of the EU as we know it today, with the Maastricht Treaty coming into force. This contrast and polarisation between Serbia and the EU is still...
Smart Production in the Connected World
Diplomat magazine EU
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July 8, 2025
By Kamila Bogdanova Can artificial intelligence predict and prevent diseases before clinical symptoms appear? Will smart factories balance automation with safe human–robot collaboration? How close are we to AI-managed air travel and single-pilot...
Police make ruling on football star’s death
The Geelong Advertiser
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July 8, 2025
Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota is thought to have been driving when he and his brother died in a car crash last week, Spanish police have said. The father of three, 28, was killed alongside sibling Andre Silva, 25, also a footballer, after the...
Brooks Connor Driskill
The Bay Net - Maryland
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July 8, 2025
Brooks Connor Driskill, 33, of Dameron, Maryland passed away on June 25, 2025. Born in Portsmouth, Virgina on march 9, 1992, Connor was the cherished son of John Robert Driskill and Jean Driskill. Brooks was a kind-hearted, loving, funny, and...
Progress in rule of law in EU but further action needed, finds report
European Commission
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July 8, 2025
The rule of law is the cornerstone of our democracies. It is also integral for the future of our economies and for Europe’s security. In its latest annual Rule of Law report, the European Commission examines rule of law developments in all EU...
FA chief only has one idea — that’s why Wiegman survives whatever
The Times
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It does not matter if England’s women lose to the Netherlands in Zurich on Wednesday. Not to the FA. Mark Bullingham, the chief executive, hasn’t got an original thought in his head. He has already decided what he will do if the European...
Empire of the Seas: The Venetian Empire
Pilot Guides
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July 7, 2025
The Venetian Empire was a powerful maritime state that existed from the 7th century until the 18th century, centered around the city of Venice in northeastern Italy. It became a significant player in trade and commerce, particularly in the...