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Another large-scale power outage in Cuba due to an accident, millions of consumers left without electricity

Another large-scale power outage in Cuba due to an accident, millions of consumers left without electricity

Cuba's main power plant in Matanzas province has failed, leaving millions of consumers without power. Authorities suspended classes and work, promising to restore power by Thursday.

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Three High School students in California were killed in a Tesla accident, one was injured

Three High School students in California were killed in a Tesla accident, one was injured

In Piedmont, a Tesla crashed into a cement wall and caught fire, killing three high school students and injuring one. The crash was reported by an IPhone from the car, and police are investigating speed as a possible cause of the incident.

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An underwater earthquake struck off the coast of Japan

An underwater earthquake struck off the coast of Japan

An underwater earthquake with a magnitude of 6 occurred off the coast of Japan at a depth of 10 km. Within five hours, 6 more tremors were recorded, and sea level fluctuations are expected in coastal regions.

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Rare paddlefish, mythical harbinger of doom, found in California

Rare paddlefish, mythical harbinger of doom, found in California

A dead belted fish, considered a mythical harbinger of natural disasters, has been found on the coast of California. This is only the second case in three months and the 21st since 1901.

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 occurred in Cuba

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 occurred in Cuba

An earthquake of magnitude 6. 8 occurred in eastern Cuba with an epicenter 40 km from the city of Bartolome Maso. The tremors were felt throughout the eastern part of the island, but there were no reports of damage or injuries.

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Arrests in Cuba after protests over large-scale power outage

Arrests in Cuba after protests over large-scale power outage

The Cuban Attorney General's Office confirmed the arrests of protesters in three provinces over demonstrations against the power outage. The blackout was caused by Hurricane Rafael, which hit the island at 185 km/h.

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U.S. military judge approves plea deal with 9/11 mastermind

U.S. military judge approves plea deal with 9/11 mastermind

A US military judge has approved a plea agreement with Khalid Sheikh Mohamed and two accomplices. Instead of the death penalty, the defendants may receive life imprisonment.

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Cuba was left without electricity again amid hurricane

Cuba was left without electricity again amid hurricane

Hurricane Rafael caused a nationwide power outage in Cuba. 70,000 people were evacuated, and the category three storm brought heavy rains and the threat of flooding.

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Argentine President dismisses foreign minister for voting against sanctions against Cuba at the UN

Argentine President dismisses foreign minister for voting against sanctions against Cuba at the UN

Argentine President Javier Milei dismissed Foreign Minister Diana Mondino over the vote to lift sanctions against Cuba. For the first time during Milei's presidency, Argentina did not support the US position.

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More than 2,000 people evacuated in Italy due to floods

More than 2,000 people evacuated in Italy due to floods

Over 2000 people have been evacuated in Italy due to heavy rains and flooding. The Emilia-Romagna region suffered the most, where one person died and the damage is estimated at millions of euros.

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Hurricane Oscar weakened to a tropical storm, but serious damage was recorded in Cuba - media

Hurricane Oscar weakened to a tropical storm, but serious damage was recorded in Cuba - media

Hurricane Oscar weakened to a tropical storm after making landfall in Cuba. On the east coast of the island, serious destruction, flooding and power outages were recorded, which caused protests by the population.

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In the face of a serious energy crisis, Cuba prepares to survive the arrival of a hurricane

In the face of a serious energy crisis, Cuba prepares to survive the arrival of a hurricane

Cuba has been without electricity for three days due to a power outage. Hurricane Oscar is approaching the island, which could exacerbate food and medicine shortages and complicate the situation.

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New arrests in Venezuela on suspicion of destabilization: the number of detainees has reached almost 20

New arrests in Venezuela on suspicion of destabilization: the number of detainees has reached almost 20

Venezuelan authorities arrested 19 people, including 7 Americans, on suspicion of plotting to destabilize the country. The Minister of the Interior accuses the CIA, DEA and CNI of Spain of coordinating the plot without providing evidence.

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Cuba hosts pro-Palestinian rallies led by the country's president

Cuba hosts pro-Palestinian rallies led by the country's president

More than a thousand people took to the streets of Havana in support of Palestine. Among the demonstrators were Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, other leaders and Palestinian medical students.

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US intelligence: Russia seeks Trump's victory in US elections, Iran - Harris

US intelligence: Russia seeks Trump's victory in US elections, Iran - Harris

U. S. intelligence warns of increased foreign influence on the U.S. election. Russia wants Trump to win, Iran supports Harris, and China is focused on local elections.

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Mexican soldiers kill 6 migrants during a shooting at the border

Mexican soldiers kill 6 migrants during a shooting at the border

Six migrants were killed and ten wounded in a shooting by a military patrol in Mexico. The incident occurred during an attempt to stop a group of 33 migrants who were trying to flee in a pickup truck.

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Pentagon chief defends his rejection of plea deal with 9/11 defendants

Pentagon chief defends his rejection of plea deal with 9/11 defendants

Lloyd Austin has canceled the plea bargain for those accused of the September 11, 2001 attacks. He stated that the American public deserves military commissions and trials in this case.

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Olympics 2024: schedule of Ukrainian athletes' performances on August 5

Olympics 2024: schedule of Ukrainian athletes' performances on August 5

On August 5, the Ukrainians will compete in shooting, diving, athletics, gymnastics, wrestling and rowing. The day before, the team won 3 medals in track and field, ranking 17th in the medal standings.

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Plea bargains with those accused of the September 11 attacks canceled

Plea bargains with those accused of the September 11 attacks canceled

Lloyd Austin has withdrawn pre-trial agreements with the organizers of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The U.S. Secretary of Defense retained the authority to enter into new agreements in these cases.

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Ukrainian boxer Aider Abduraimov withdraws from the 2024 Olympics in Paris

Ukrainian boxer Aider Abduraimov withdraws from the 2024 Olympics in Paris

Aider Abduraimov, 20, lost in the 1/8 finals to Bulgarian Javier Ibanez in the 57 kg weight category. Only Oleksandr Khyzhnyak will represent Ukraine at the 2024 Olympics in boxing.

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Russia recruits Cubans for war - Bloomberg

Russia recruits Cubans for war - Bloomberg

Russia continues to recruit Cubans for the war in Ukraine through unofficial channels. They are attracted by cash payments and the possibility of obtaining a Russian passport in exchange for military service.

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