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China spent $15.3 bln on Pacific exercises in 2023, internal Taiwan estimates show

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

In 2023, China allocated about $15 billion, or 7% of its defense budget, to military exercises in the Western Pacific, according to a Taiwanese estimate. This investment underscores Beijing's focus on regional military activity amid rising tensions over Taiwan and maritime disputes. Taiwan's internal report highlights China's significant spending on naval and air missions, with more than 1.7 million hours logged at sea. This expenditure contrasts with Taiwan's own defense budget, reflecting the strategic... Читать дальше...

Union minister Kurian of BJP elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from MP

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Union minister George Kurian has been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh. This follows Jyotiraditya Scindia's election to the Lok Sabha and his resignation from the Upper House. Kurian's unopposed election comes after other nominees either had their papers rejected or withdrew from the race.

Comic Relief US launches new Roblox game to help children build community virtually and in real life

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

A nonprofit's experiment building a Roblox game to develop charitable habits among children went so well that this year's campaign is expanding. Comic Relief US is launching its second annual “Game to Change the World” campaign. It features a magical new universe on the popular world-building app Roblox. There will also be an exclusive virtual concert featuring Imagine Dragons and a Nickelodeon partnership. The goal is to instill empathy and raise money through a scavenger hunt. Users can collect... Читать дальше...

Surgeon accused of letting teen daughter drill hole in patient’s skull - The Telegraph

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  1. Surgeon accused of letting teen daughter drill hole in patient’s skull  The Telegraph
  2. Austrian surgeon 'let teenage daughter drill hole in patient's skull'  Sky News
  3. Surgeon faces criminal probe after allowing her 13-year-old daughter to drill into patient's SKULL  Daily Mail
  4. Surgeon dad lets 13-year-old daughter drill hole in patient`s skull in Austria  WION
  5. Surgeon fired after allegedly allowing teenage daughter to drill hole in patient's skull  UNILAD

Global Forecast-Celsius

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Global Forecast as of 12:00 GMT Tuesday, August 27, 2024

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City/Town, Country;Tuesday's Weather Condition;Tuesday's High Temp (C);Tuesday's Low Temp (C);Wednesday's Weather Condition;Wednesday's High Temp (C);Wednesday's Low Temp (C);Wednesday's Wind Direction;Wednesday's Wind Speed (KPH);Wednesday's Humidity (%);Wednesday's Chance of Precip. (%);Wednesday's UV Index

Abidjan, Ivory Coast;Breezy this morning;26;24;A shower in the a.m.;27;24;SW;16;88%;81%;3

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