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Fauci faces Republican questions over Covid pandemic origins – US politics live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-29T11:47:30+00:00

Veteran medical adviser on the Hill, with questions likely on disputed ‘lab leak’ theory; scientists say Fauci is being subjected to ‘vilification and harassment’Sign up for US Breaking News emailFormer president Joe Biden’s presidential pardon does not cover Anthony Fauci’s awaited hearing at Capitol Hill, the House Oversight Committee chairman has said.Republican James Comer told Fox News Digital:Americans are still reaping the consequences of Dr Fauci’s actions.Biden’s pardon doesn’t cover Dr Fauci’s testimony this week and if he continues to lie, he must be held accountable. Continue readi

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Measuring our knowledge capital

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-29T11:46:24+00:00

A genuine a Gross Domestic Knowledge Product must capture the less visible economy tied to traditional skill and local ecology with the same seriousness it brings to patents and software

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Fifa offers $40m if nations back controversial plan

Source: BBC News - World · Published: 2026-07-29T11:33:45+00:00

Fifa has set a deadline of 19 September for member associations to access cash as FA voice disapproval of world governing body's funding plan ahead of emergency Uefa meeting.

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Чем известен Александр Бречалов

Source: Vedomosti – All Articles · Published: 2026-07-29T11:32:22+00:00

Глава Удмуртии Александр Бречалов ушел в отставку по собственному желанию. В администрации региона уточнили, что чиновник переходит на новую работу. Его преемником на посту станет Ольга Абрамова, которая с 2024 г. работала советником министра сельского хозяйства России, а до этого занимал пост и. о. председателя правительства Удмуртии. О том, чем известен Бречалов, – в справке «Ведомостей».

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Heatwaves putting hydrangeas at risk in south of England, RHS warns

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-29T11:22:05+00:00

Exclusive: British garden staple becomes most frequently reported plant for hot weather problems, charity reportsWith their lush foliage and blooms which turn pink, purple or blue depending on the soil, hydrangeas are a firm favourite in Britain.The shrubs bloom throughout summer and have historically thrived in the mild, damp British climate. But hotter summers and heatwaves such as the one hitting parts of England this week are putting the flower at risk in the south of the country, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has warned. Continue reading...

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Hotter summers may force RHS to move hydrangeas to north of England

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-29T11:22:05+00:00

Exclusive: British garden staple becomes plant most frequently reported as suffering in heat, charity reportsWith their lush foliage and blooms which turn pink, purple or blue depending on the soil, hydrangeas are a firm favourite in Britain.The shrubs bloom throughout summer and have historically thrived in the mild, damp British climate. But hotter summers and heatwaves such as the one hitting parts of England this week are putting the flower at risk in the south of the country, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has warned. Continue reading...

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Lok Sabha approves bill to tighten law to curb paper leaks

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-29T11:22:01+00:00

This move comes in response to increasing concerns over integrity in public examinations, with the government also streamlining the legal process by establishing special fast-track courts to expedite trials.

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Урядові рішення про нові тарифи на електроенергію та перевезення призведуть до масового закриття підприємств, – УМП

Source: UNIAN (General) · Published: 2026-07-29T11:17:00+00:00

фото УНІАН, Олександр ГімановНові рішення уряду щодо перегляду тарифу на передачу електроенергії та вартості вантажних залізничних перевезень суттєво погіршать становище української промисловості, яка...

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Резкая, но терпимая: что известно о новом руководителе Удмуртии Ольге Абрамовой

Source: Vedomosti – All Articles · Published: 2026-07-29T11:14:01+00:00

29 июля президент России Владимир Путин предложил советнику министра сельского хозяйства России Ольге Абрамовой возглавить Удмуртию. Она стала третьей женщиной – руководителем региона в России. Республика является малой родиной чиновницы, а местные СМИ не раз делали ей комплименты, называя «деловой и хваткой». Чем еще известна Абрамова – в справке «Ведомостей».

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India retains global dairy lead as milk output rises

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-29T11:11:27+00:00

Cow’s milk production is forecast to rise to 105.4 million tonnes this year from 103.2 million tonnes in 2025, says USDA

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Глава ФНС рассказал о росте поступлений от НДС после повышения ставки налога

Source: Vedomosti – All Articles · Published: 2026-07-29T11:04:33+00:00

Налоговые изменения 2025 г. уже положительно отразились на поступлениях в бюджет: повышение ставки НДС с 20 до 22% принес дополнительно 426 млрд руб. Об этом глава Федеральной налоговой службы (ФНС) Даниил Егоров рассказал на встрече с премьер-министром Михаилом Мишустиным. «Прогнозы о том, что, возможно, поступления будут меньше, не сбылись. Они идут ровно так, как и было запланировано Минфином», – подчеркнул Егоров.

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Dhanlaxmi Bank Q1 profit doubles to ₹24 crore

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-07-29T11:02:43+00:00

Gross NPA as a percentage of gross advances improved to 1.82% during Q1, from 3.22% a year ago

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US schools are struggling to keep the yellow bus running amid shortages and cuts

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-07-29T11:00:31+00:00

Districts are reducing routes and exploring new ways to get students to class as transportation costs climbEducation officials across the United States are increasingly facing a fundamental challenge: how do they ensure that school students can actually get to their classrooms?The bright yellow school bus might be a visual icon of US education famous around the world, but in reality it is becoming harder for districts to steer. Continue reading...

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