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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Over 84% Indian districts prone to extreme heat waves, says report

A new analysis revealed that over 84% of districts in India are prone to extreme heat waves, while 70% face increased extreme rainfall events. The study highlighted the significant rise in extreme weather, urging detailed risk assessments and climate observatories for safeguarding the country’s agriculture, industry, and infrastructure against climate change.

Chicago Sun-Times 

Here's two suggestions to improve Chicago's public transit

I was happy to see in the Sun-Times on July 30 that the CTA is considering increasing use of signal priority — where traffic signals react to nearby buses by turning green, or if already green, by extending green time. Signal priority not only improves service by decreasing travel times, but it reduces operating costs since buses traverse routes faster, and fewer buses are needed to serve the route with the same frequency of service.

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Digital Trends 

AirPods Max just got a $150 discount at Amazon

If you've always wanted to buy the Apple AirPods Max, you shouldn't miss this rare opportunity to purchase the wireless headphones for only $400 from Amazon.

Thought Catalog 

7 Romantic Movies Based On Real Love Stories

Here are seven romantic movies that are based on true love stories. 1. The Big Sick The Big Sick (2017) is the true story of how comedian Kumail Nanjiani met his wife Emily Gardner.

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Takeaways from a Harris-Walz ticket now that the stage is set for a reimagined presidential race

The stage is set for an election that was unimaginable mere weeks ago when President Joe Biden was atop the Democratic ticket. Now Vice President Kamala Harris has tapped Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate to take on Republican Donald Trump and his No. 2, Ohio Sen. JD Vance. As different as they are, Walz and Vance both qualify as picks meant to reassure their party’s loyal base voters rather than adding local heft in a critical battleground state. Walz is traveling this week with Harris to Pennsylvania... Читать дальше...

The Washington Free Beacon 

'It's Walz, Baby, Let's Go!' Anti-Semites Rejoice After Harris Snubs Jew

Leading anti-Semites rejoiced on Tuesday after Kamala Harris chose Tim Walz, the left-wing governor of Minnesota, to be her running mate. Many were relieved that Harris did not pick Josh Shapiro, the Jewish governor of Pennsylvania, whose "views" on issues such as Israel's right to exist had prompted "concern" among some Democratic voters, according to ABC News.

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The Punch 

Soludo’s wife unveils baby formula to tackle malnutrition

The wife of the Anambra State governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has unveiled a natural baby formula known as ‘Nonye Healthy Living Pap’ for children in the state to grow healthy and beat the threats of malnutrition. During the unveiling at the Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre in Awka, the state capital, on Tuesday, Soludo said

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EPLIndex | Premier League stats & Blog 

Journalist: Barcelona’s Transfer Moves: Calculated Risks with Big Rewards?

Barcelona’s Transfer Window: Strategic Moves and Key Targets Tense Times at Camp Nou According to Pol Ballus in The Athletic, Barcelona’s transfer window has been a tale of cautious optimism and strategic manoeuvres. While the club has faced challenges securing their key targets, Nico Williams and Dani Olmo have made progress on the departure front, […]

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