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   Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill

   The drills come amid rising tensions with China, which frequently sends military planes and ships towards Taiwan.

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   Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill - NPR

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   Internet slowdown and drones in the Strait: Taiwan preps for potential China conflict

   Taiwan is finding new ways to ready itself for asymmetric conflict with China, including disabling the internet to test civil resilience.

   Christian Science Monitor By Ann Scott Tyson Mixed / center
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   Iran says Strait of Hormuz under its control, rejects Trump claims

   Iran asserts full control over the Strait of Hormuz, challenging US claims of dominance in the strategic waterway.

   Al Jazeera Mixed / center
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   Gun law in limbo as Justice Department holds off appeal

   The Trump administration has yet to appeal a key firearms ruling handed down last week, leaving gun control groups worried and Second Amendm…

   The Hill By Zach Schonfeld Mixed / center
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   Busiest ever period for England's A&Es as extreme heat hits

   More than 2.4 million visits in each of last three months, as unions warn of inhumane conditions.

   BBC Mixed / center
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   Primary voters send mixed signals about what they want from the Democratic Party

   Primary results this month in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin paint a muddled picture of just how far to the left Democratic voters want t…

   NPR By Michel Martin Lean left
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   Democrats’ socialist surge hits a roadblock in Wisconsin

   Despite a messy gubernatorial primary in which multiple candidates dropped out, polling front-runner and democratic socialist Francesca Hong…

   Christian Science Monitor By Linda Feldmann Mixed / center
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   Turkiye’s AK Party turns 25: A journey of change and renewal

   In a quarter-century, the party has strengthened democracy, driven development and elevated Turkiye’s global standing.

   Al Jazeera Mixed / center
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    Maine Democrat Jackson acknowledges punching man in 1988; he and partner dismiss pushing allegation

    Maine Democratic Senate nominee Troy Jackson on Thursday acknowledged punching a man as a teenager in 1988, but he and longtime partner Lana…

    The Hill By Caroline Vakil Mixed / center
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    Dating app Bumble divides users by ditching its signature 'women-first' chat rule

    The dating app's boss says the move is in response to a successful trial and a change in what users want.

    BBC Mixed / center
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    Inflation eased slightly in July. And, ICE plans to give officers electric shock gloves

    Inflation cooled a bit last month, according to a new report from the Labor Department. And, ICE plans to equip its officers with electric s…

    NPR By Brittney Melton Lean left