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In 2025, China's solar generation exceeded 1,000 TWh so far, with the first half alone producing 559 TWh, a 43% increase from 2024 and surpassing hydropower for the first time. Solar capacity reached 1.08 terawatts by June, up 57% year-over-year, contributing to renewables supplying one-third of the nation's electricity. This growth outpaced demand, reducing CO2 emissions by 1% in the first half despite rising AI and EV needs, as China added 212 GW of solar capacity mid-year.

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China's solar power has surged past 1,000 terawatt-hours this year, matching the electricity from 150 to 160 nuclear reactors over nearly 10 months.

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Heavy rains from a stationary front, boosted by tropical storms Mekkhala and Higos, brought record downpours to Osaka on June 26, with Mount Ikoma logging 76.5 mm per hour. Streets turned into rivers, prompting Level 4 flood alerts, evacuations, stranded vehicles, and over 200 flight cancellations, though no deaths were reported. Videos showed remarkably clear floodwater, sparking global comments praising Japan's infrastructure like quick-draining streets and proactive alerts compared to other places.

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A young boy in swim trunks grinned while wading knee-deep through a flooded residential street, only for his mom to pull him back to safety.

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Numerous X posts mockingly urge Ghana to 'kill themselves for Africa' during their Africa Cup of Nations match against Algeria. The repetitive phrase becomes a viral meme, with users expressing disappointment or sarcasm regardless of the match outcome. Posts reference the game context, including Algeria as the opponent.

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Journalist Avi Mayer shared two stark rides in Birmingham, England: Ahmed from Somaliland chatted warmly about his nation's new embassy in Jerusalem and flag-waving crowds in Hargeisa, while driver Muhammad canceled upon spotting Mayer's skullcap. The positive encounter highlights Somaliland's diplomacy with Israel, including President Irro's June 2026 visit and Israel's 2025 recognition of its independence. Mayer's story reflects rising antisemitism reports among UK Jews amid these global contrasts.

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One Uber driver in Birmingham lit up with 'Shalom!' upon hearing of Israel ties. Hours later, another sped away at the sight of a kippah.

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UziCryptoo claimed spending over $300 weekly on groceries for one person, citing prices of $7 per dozen eggs and $9 per pound chicken. The claim sparked widespread online debate, with users disputing the prices as inflated or typical of premium stores like Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. Users countered with examples of $1.49-$2 per dozen eggs and $1.99 per pound chicken at Walmart and Costco, noting regional variations and shopping strategies.

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Eskom Holdings launched Eskom Green, a dedicated subsidiary in Johannesburg focused on developing utility-scale renewable energy projects to support 24/7 supply, decarbonise the grid, and assist customers in achieving energy transition objectives. Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane and Group Executive for Renewables Rivoningo Mnisi announced the launch. Eskom Green plans to add 5.6 GW of renewable capacity by 2030 and 21 GW by 2035 as part of Eskom's broader goal of 32 GW by 2040, and it is preparing to select private partners for an initial 2 GW renewables pipeline.

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During a Thursday exchange with a reporter, South Carolina Republican Rep. Ralph Norman claimed the 2021 riot that injured over 140 officers and delayed election certification was 'made up' from the start, citing unproven ideas about police letting people in. The event saw a mob breach the Capitol, cause $2.7 million in damage, and lead to one death by police shooting, four medical emergencies, and later officer deaths including suicides; over 1,000 charged individuals have pleaded guilty or been convicted. Lawmakers like Rep. Ted Lieu and Sen. Chris Murphy rebuked Norman sharply, while the timing coincided with a lawsuit by two Jan. 6-defending officers against a new fund for those claiming political prosecutions.

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Rep. Ralph Norman dismissed the January 6 Capitol riot as a setup, even as fellow lawmakers who lived through it fired back in disbelief.

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During a Thursday exchange with a reporter, South Carolina Republican Rep. Ralph Norman claimed the 2021 riot that injured over 140 officers and delayed election certification was 'made up' from the start, citing unproven ideas about police letting people in. The event saw a mob breach the Capitol, cause $2.7 million in damage, and lead to one death by police shooting, four medical emergencies, and later officer deaths including suicides; over 1,000 charged individuals have pleaded guilty or been convicted. Lawmakers like Rep. Ted Lieu and Sen. Chris Murphy rebuked Norman sharply, while the timing coincided with a lawsuit by two Jan. 6-defending officers against a new fund for those claiming political prosecutions.

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Rep. Ralph Norman dismissed the January 6 Capitol riot as a setup, even as fellow lawmakers who lived through it fired back in disbelief.

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Radio host Bruno Sigwela joked that Anele Mdoda could ace an interview with a broom, and Thembalethu Gwejela scripted the whole thing. Mdoda welcomes the broom with quips on its fame, work ethic, and handling messes, rolling with every pause like a pro. Mdoda loved it, teasing a follow-up with oxtail, while fans read it in her voice and begged for guest spots. The script showcases why she's South Africa's top broadcaster, celebrated for her quick wit on 947's breakfast show and TV hits like Real Talk.

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Imagine interviewing a broom that stays totally silent—Anele Mdoda turns it into comedy gold with puns like 'You've really swept into the spotlight.'

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Mert (@0xMert_) stated that being small, poor, or weak is not virtuous and advocated for a moral duty to become richer, bigger, and less vulnerable, rejecting victim-first framing. Onyeka Nwelue warned against helping the poor due to their alleged focus on immediate gains over future planning, drawing from anthropology. The statements sparked discussions on self-interest, value creation, humility, and poverty as a circumstance shaping decisions rather than inherent character flaws.

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The amapiano star, known as the Princess of Amapiano, shared a selfie early Monday that highlighted marks on her knees, sparking cheeky jokes about everything from wild dance-floor drops to 'prayer warrior' antics. Fans pointed to her high-energy sets—like gwara gwara moves at Coachella—as likely culprits, while some defended innocent explanations like stage mishaps. Others pushed back against the suggestive humor, but the memes keep rolling in her replies.

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DJ Uncle Waffles posed in a luxury car backseat, her bruised knees stealing the spotlight in a stylish red outfit.

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