Russia Reports Record COVID-19 Deaths Amid Delta Surge

COVID-19: Russia reported 737 coronavirus deaths, marking the first time, the fifth worst-hit country in the world for the number of infections, has crossed the 700-mark for daily virus deaths. COVID-19: 1.8 million of Moscow’s population of 12 million had been fully vaccinated. (File) Moscow: Russia reported 737 coronavirus deaths on Tuesday, a national record …

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In “World First For Rewilding”, UK Elephants Head To The Wild In Kenya

Animal charity, Aspinall Foundation said it would use specially built crates aboard a Boeing 747, dubbed the Dumbo jet, to take 13 elephants from Kent to a new home in Kenya. Aspinall Foundation said that this is the first time a breeding herd of elephants will be rewilded. London: Touting a world first for “rewilding”, …

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Lawsuit Targets Sports Betting Provision in Amended Florida Tribal Compact

Two affiliated gaming companies are going to court to quash parts of the amended gaming compact Florida legislators approved in May that would give the Seminole Tribe of Florida exclusive statewide rights on sports betting, including mobile access. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (left) and Seminole Tribe of Florida Chairman Marcellus Osceola Jr. hold a finalized …

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Afghan Troops Struggle To Replace Americans At Key Bagram Base

Afghanistan: The Bagram Air Base, a sprawling military complex, was at one point home to tens of thousands of US and allied soldiers. Afghan soldiers guard the Bagram Air Base after American troop withdrawal. Bagram, Afghanistan: After American troops withdrew without notifying them, Afghan soldiers guarding the Bagram Air Base have been left with thousands …

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Tropical Storm Elsa Exits Cuba Trailing Heavy Rains, Takes Aim At Florida

Elsa already caused at least three direct deaths and some damages to infrastructure and agriculture in Caribbean islands southeast of Cuba like St Lucia and the Dominican Republic. Dark clouds loom over the Pass-A-Grille channel ahead of Tropical Storm Elsa in St. Petersburg, Florida Havana: Tropical storm Elsa’s center exited Cuba late on Monday, just …

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Canadian Gaming Assoc. CEO Says Ontario Casinos Need Clarity on Reopening ASAP

Representatives from the Canadian gaming and tourism industries called Monday for officials from Canada and Ontario to provide guidelines for how casinos and other tourism draws can reopen safely. Paul Burns, president and CEO of the Canadian Gaming Association, speaks Monday during a Canadian Travel and Tourism press conference in Niagara Falls, Ontario. He called …

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Six School Kids Among Nine Hong Kongers Arrested For “Bomb Plot”

Five males and four females aged between 15 and 39 were arrested Monday on suspicion of “conspiracy to use explosives for terrorist activities”, police said. Police said the nine people belonged to a pro-independence group that called itself “Returning Valiant”. Hong Kong, China: Six secondary school children were among nine Hong Kongers arrested on terror …

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Greentube boosts presence in Canada with Loto-Quebec deal

Greentube boosts presence in Canada with Loto-Quebec deal Sadonna Price July 5, 2021 Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Industry News, Quebec, Mergers, Acquisitions & Partnerships Greentube will soon have a larger presence in Canada after signing a partnership deal with Loto-Quebec. Just one month after debuting in the country, the NOVOMATIC Interactive division will …

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“Ideologies” Pose Security Risk: Hong Kong Leader Seeks Monitoring Teens

The financial hub has taken a swift authoritarian turn since China’s imposition of a sweeping national security law last year. Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam attends a news conference in Hong Kong (File) Hong Kong: Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said on Tuesday “ideologies” posed risks to national security and urged parents, teachers and …

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Black Box Retrieved From Crashed Philippines Air Force Plane

The pilot, who was experienced in flying the C-130 aircraft, was among those who died in the crash on Jolo island, Sobejana said by telephone. Philippines Air Force Plane Crash: Troops secure the personal belongings of the casualties Philippine authorities have retrieved a black box from an Air Force plane that crashed at the weekend, …

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