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Kamala Harris Champions Female Presidency Amid Global Turmoil and Climate Challenges

Kamala Harris campaigns in swing states amid a charged political climate as America inches towards its first female president.
Kamala Harris has voiced her belief that America is ready for its first female president, indicating a desire to move beyond the Trump era. She, along with Trump, is campaigning vigorously in swing states, underscored by a charged political climate as Trump continues to fight legal battles and circulate conspiracy theories.

Meanwhile, in the Philippines, Tropical Storm Trami is nearing landfall, causing government shutdowns and school closures. The storm has already led to severe flooding in the Bicol region, resulting in evacuation efforts sanctioned by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., as residents brace for more storm impacts.

Shifting to the Middle East, tensions have flared as Hezbollah launched rockets at an Israeli intelligence base near Tel Aviv in response to Israeli military actions in Beirut. This ongoing exchange highlights the frayed relations and continued conflict in the region.

Turning to international diplomacy, Turkey is seeking a strategic balance by attempting to join the BRICS group, as President Erdogan engages with the bloc at a summit in Russia. This move signifies Turkey's pursuit of strategic autonomy while maintaining ties with NATO and the West, as it navigates complex geopolitical waters.

In Libya, farmers in Misrata are battling a severe foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that has slashed milk production drastically. With vaccine delays compounding issues like lumpy skin disease, farmers are struggling with the harsh economic impact, highlighting the fragility of the agriculture sector.

Lastly, Greece has placed a 10-day ban on transporting sheep and goats due to more than 100 cases of pox infections, mostly in the Evros region. This measure aims to protect the nation's significant feta cheese production, as investigators work to trace the infection's origins in line with EU guidelines.
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