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WFI chief requests Vinesh not to make retirement call in 'sad state of mind'

Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

Vinesh earlier appealed against her disqualification from the 50kg category Olympic finals in the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS), demanding that she be awarded a joint silver medal after being forced out for being 100gm overweight in the weigh-in.

U.S. climber Watson breaks world record, nabs Olympic bronze

NBC News 

American climber Sam Watson smashed the world record he set just two days earlier during the small final race in the men's speed climbing final. Watson's 4.74-second run rewarded him with an Olympic bronze medal. Watch the 2024 Paris Olympics on NBC and streaming on Peacock, July 26 - Aug 11.

Tens of Thousands Rally Against Racism and Islamophobia in U.K. Following Days of Far-Right Rioting

Democracy Now! 

Thousands filled the streets across the United Kingdom this week in massive rallies against racism and Islamophobia, a show of unity to counter a recent surge in far-right violence. British police have arrested hundreds of right-wing rioters for carrying out a string of attacks in England and Northern Ireland targeting Muslims and migrants. While the wave of violence was partly spurred by misinformation about the identity of a suspect in a deadly stabbing spree, academic Faiza Shaheen says mainstream... Читать дальше...

International Cat Day: Do cats love their owners?

Khaama Press (Afghan News Agency) 

Written By: Zahra Rashidi Cats, or “Mew,” have a close emotional relationship with humans, although this is less widely recognized. Nonetheless, August 8th is celebrated as International Cat Day. August 8th has been designated as International Cat Day to honor and respect one of the most beloved pets. This day was first celebrated in 2002 […]

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Financial literacy

Cyprus Mail 

With more and more people engaging in DIY investment, governments have recognised the need for greater financial literacy that is at relatively low levels in most countries. The August 11 issue of the Sunday Mail features a 24-page supplement on financial literacy, explaining its vital importance and looking at government plans to improve people’s financial […]