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Proposed CLARITY ethics deal could save Trump millions in taxes: Bloomberg
The latest bipartisan ethics proposal would reportedly require Trump to divest crypto businesses while allowing him to defer capital gains taxes on those sales. A bipartisan ethics proposal pitched to US President Donald Trump to secure passage of the crypto market structure bill in Congress could create a significant tax benefit for the president, Bloomberg reported Thursday. The ethics addendum, which has not been made public, includes a provision requiring the president to divest from crypto-related businesses, according to people familiar with the matter.
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Thailand: Several killed in school shooting north of Bangkok
August 7, 2026The shooting incident took place at the Debsirin Nonthaburi School in the Bang Kruai district of Nonthaburi, just north of the capital city of Bangkok. Several people were killed and others injured in a shooting at a high school in Thailand's Nonthaburi province, just north of the capital city of Bangkok, local authorities said. According to officials from the Ministry of Education, four people, including teachers and students, had been killed in a school shooting.
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Undrafted King leads Panthers to comeback win vs Cardinals in Hall of Fame game
Undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King ran in on the final play to give the Carolina Panthers a 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame game that kicked off the NFL preseason on Thursday night. 
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White House to cut unnecessary Bitcoin, crypto regulations
They're aiming to simplify the process and make it easier for the U.S. to integrate with the global crypto market. This move could potentially boost market optimism, but it's still early days. We'll be keeping an eye on how this plays out, especially since it might influence future Bitcoin price forecasts.
The White House is essentially saying they want to cut through the noise and focus on what really matters. They're not looking to stifle innovation or growth, but rather create a more streamlined environment for crypto to thrive. This could be a big deal, especially for U.S.-based crypto companies looking to expand globally.
It's worth noting that this move might not directly impact the day-to-day trading of Bitcoin or other cryptos. But it could have a longer-term effect on market sentiment and overall market health. We'll be keeping a close eye on how this plays out and what it means for traders and investors.
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What a water-wise city would look like – and how India can get there
Durban and Bhubaneswar have protected water access for low-income households. Las Vegas and Bengaluru use higher tariffs to discourage excessive consumption. Seoul and Guwahati have strengthened planning rules to protect floodplains. Windhoek and Chennai show that treated wastewater can become a reliable source of water
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Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 4,000 cases
The epidemic, the world's second-largest, has been described as the fastest-spreading on record. Experts believe infections started circulating months before the outbreak was declared on May 15 and that the true number of cases could be much higher than the official tally. The Central African country's public health institute said in its latest report that the total number of infections had reached 4,053, including 1,850 deaths. Cases have been recorded in five provinces in the country: Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Haut-Uele and Tshopo.
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Pacific nations fail to agree on statement condemning China missile test
Beijing gave only a handful of nations short notice before test-firing an intercontinental ballistic missile last month, with the rocket appearing to land in a patch of ocean somewhere between Solomon Islands, Nauru and Tuvalu.
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FTSE 100 Live: Stock Futures Ease as Middle East Uncertainty Persists
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Alan Jones trial: complainant wants to ‘humiliate’ broadcaster by revealing intimate details of alleged assaults, defence tells court
Barrister alleges ‘account of penis wiggling is an attempt to humiliate’ broadcaster who has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Alan Jones’s defence barrister has told a Sydney court one of the broadcaster’s alleged victims invented details of alleged indecent assaults at a Fitzroy Falls farm to “humiliate” and “smear” the former media titan.
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Fred Richard Tops Danila Leykin In Night One At U.S. Championships
Richard, the 2023 World all-around bronze medalist and 2024 Olympic team bronze medalist, returned to the U.S. championships this summer after missing out on the 2025 World Championship team. Heading into the final day of competition, Richard also leads the national field on floor exercise. Though Leykin does not hold a top spot on any event, the 19-year-old finished in the top five on four of six apparatuses. Considered a formidable threat for the men’s title and potential 2028 Olympic star, Leykin is in strong position to battle Richard for gold on Saturday.