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BREAKINGUpdf Starts Construction Of Shs3 7 Billion Health Centre Iv In Sembabule Shilling holds range on remittance inflowsTraders said trading was characterised by subdued dollar demand, with most corporate players remaining on the sidelines as market activit…Ntungamo Residents Demand Lasting Solutions To Deteriorating Government Roads 74 Year Old Lonely Man Found Alive With Severely Decayed Lower Body Christians Urged To Remain Steadfast In Faith As Hundreds Join St Charles Lwanga Pilgrimage At Birinzi Shrine MTN trades slightly lower in Monday’s sessionOn the other hand, Airtel Uganda closed at 162 per share, up 0.49%, with 2,700 shares traded during the day, according to market data…

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Rebel attacks in northern Mali: Some targets meant as 'diversions', expert says

The Malian army said Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were targeted by rebels. The statement came as a rebel group announced a new offensive to capt…

Jul 5, 02:08 · 4 sources

⚽Former chess champion Kramnik banned over cheating remarks
Sports · 02:08 🌍Iran promotes message of continuity and revenge at Khamenei commemoration
World · 02:08 🌍Three children dead after boat capsizes during storm in Wisconsin
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At least 7 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces over past 48 hours in Gaza

A further nine bodies were recovered from under the rubble, according to Gaza's Ministry of Health.

Jul 5, 02:08 · 3 sources

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M-KOPA unlocks Shs1trillion in credit, launches new upgrade benefits

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | M-KOPA Uganda unlocked more than Shs1 trillion in cumulative credit for over one million customers since launching operations in 2013, marking…

Jul 5, 02:08 · 1 sources

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Washington's July 4 parade is called off. The fireworks are still on

Organizers canceled the Independence Day Parade late Friday, citing an extreme heat warning with temperatures expected to reach up to 115 degrees. The evening fireworks display re…

Jul 5, 02:08 · 3 sources

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Sports

FIFA World Cup 2026: Best Round of 16 knockout matches to watch

As the tournament enters the second knockout phase, there are several blockbuster matchups led by Spain-Portugal.

Jul 5, 02:08 · 5 sources

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Health

I’ve worked with over 5,000 kids: I swear by this No. 1 parenting rule—it’s ‘surprisingly simple’

Child development expert Siggie Cohen, who has worked with over 5,000 families, shares one communication mistake she sees parents make every day. Here's why she says it can backfi…

Jul 5, 02:08 · 1 sources

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World

Police clash with protesters outside AfD meeting

German police scuffled with protesters as the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) held its national convention

Jul 5, 02:07 · 2 sources

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In a pickle: US pickle company pulls out of DC fair over Confederate flag

Mt Olive Pickle Company says it was unaware image of flag was included in exhibit, and cites value of ‘human dignity’A leading vendor of the US delicacy that is the pickle has wit…

Jul 5, 02:07 · 2 sources

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Injury ends Williams' Wimbledon comeback

Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.

Jul 5, 02:07 · 1 sources