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Colombia's new president takes office in Cali ceremony

29 verified facts from 1 source.

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In Cali, most voters voted for Cepeda.

Conservative Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia's president on Friday in Cali.

The inauguration was held at a university auditorium before Congress.

De la Espriella received the backing of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Petro at first refused to recognize de la Espriella's electoral victory and alleged fraud.

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“His rise to power will reinforce this rightward shift across much of Latin America and consolidate a regional bloc of conservative governments against a dwindling number of left-wing administrations,”
Glaeldys González Said DATE NOT STATED Reported AUG 07 verbatim · 1 source

Analyst Glaeldys González told the AP that de la Espriella's rise to power will reinforce a rightward shift across Latin America.

5 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

US intelligence warns Putin could test NATO with provocative actions

23 verified facts from 2 sources.

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Under Article 5 of the NATO treaty, an attack on any member state is treated as an attack on all members.

US intelligence assessments indicate Vladimir Putin could be increasingly willing to authorize provocative actions that could extend onto NATO territory.

The possible provocative actions could include hybrid operations, cyberattacks and other deniable measures short of a conventional military campaign.

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“We are Russia's next target, and we are already in harm's way,”
Mark Rutte Said DATE NOT STATED Reported AUG 07 verbatim · 1 source

Rutte warned last December that Russia could be ready to use military force against NATO within five years.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Thailand school shooting rampage

22 verified facts from 1 source.

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Thailand has more firearms per person than most other countries in Southeast Asia.

The suspect in the Thailand school shooting was 14 years old.

UNICEF called for better mental health services for children following the attack.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

2026 NFL season · AUG 07

Haynes King leads Panthers to win in NFL Hall of Fame Game

19 verified facts from 2 sources.

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Canales said King is a fantastic athlete who finds a way to win.

King was the ACC Player of the Year at Georgia Tech last season.

King spent six years in college football.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Iran announces agreement on Hormuz shipping with Oman

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Trump told reporters in Los Angeles on Tuesday night that talks with Iran are moving along very nicely and they would know in 48 hours.

The White House did not respond to a request for comment on the announcement.

Baghaei said negotiations between Iran and Oman are forward-moving and a deal would be struck if certain third parties do not obstruct the process.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

AUG 07

Satellite images capture SpaceX rocket crash aftermath on the moon

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The object was designated 2025-010D.

The Falcon 9 rocket is 230 feet tall and classified as a medium-lift launch vehicle capable of carrying about 50,000 pounds of cargo to orbit.

SpaceX said impacts like this are rare but can happen with objects in these types of orbits, and that it worked with NASA on the optimal disposal solution.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

AUG 07

Pentagon releases new batch of UFO files

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The latest release contains 41 files in total.

The former military pilot said he has seen variations of these lights at least ten times since first spotting them in 2023.

The former military pilot claimed that many other pilots have witnessed similar events between midnight and 3am.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Oregon drinking water system accessed in cyber attacks

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Cyber attacks have targeted devices known as programmable logic controllers, which are small computers used to operate industrial equipment.

In Minnesota, one treatment plant temporarily went offline.

The cyber attacks targeted municipal drinking water systems in at least seven states.

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“In partnership with the City’s Information Security team and agencies like the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Portland Water Bureau routinely examines cybersecurity vulnerabilities to safeguard the resiliency of our system,”
Brandon Zero Said DATE NOT STATED Reported AUG 07 verbatim · 1 source

Brandon Zero acknowledged in a statement that the Portland Water Bureau routinely examines cybersecurity vulnerabilities in partnership with federal agencies.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Chelsea Gray and Aces capitalize on Caitlin Clark's mistakes in Fever loss

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Chelsea Gray hit a game-tying three-pointer at the end of the fourth quarter.

The Fever allowed more than 40 points in the paint and allow 43.7 points in the paint per game, the worst mark in the league.

The Aces outscored the Fever 19-9 in the third quarter.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 launch day deals and trade-ins

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AT&T is offering up to $1,900 off the Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra with activation on a Premium 2.0 plan or higher.

A Galaxy Z Fold 8 in Cream was shown to be delivered by October 30 as of launch day.

Samsung is providing instant Samsung Shop credit to buyers without a trade-in.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Clancy trial live updates: defense witnesses debated

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Dr. Kimberley Springer testified that images of Callan Clancy's neck displayed signs consistent with ligature strangulation.

Nurse Rachelle Amedee said Lindsay Clancy required resuscitation on her first night at the ICU.

Dr. Justin Brower testified that taking handfuls of pills was not consistent with Lindsay Clancy's case.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Armed citizens and off-duty trooper confront In-N-Out gunman during deadly rampage

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Police said the actions of the armed citizen and off-duty trooper helped drive the gunman away from the restaurant and prevent further casualties.

The gunman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound and his body fell into the canyon.

The off-duty Idaho State Police trooper and the gunman exchanged fire inside the restaurant.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Quote of the day
“In partnership with the City’s Information Security team and agencies like the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Portland Water Bureau routinely examines cybersecurity vulnerabilities to safeguard the resiliency of our system,”
Brandon Zero Said DATE NOT STATED Reported AUG 07 verbatim · 1 source

Brandon Zero acknowledged in a statement that the Portland Water Bureau routinely examines cybersecurity vulnerabilities in partnership with federal agencies.

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