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The news from Alsat.mk covers a mix of domestic and international affairs. Top stories include concerns about heatwaves and air conditioning on buses in North Macedonia, political tensions between Serbia and Kosovo with Albanian PM Rama responding to Serbian President Vučić, and an upcoming state…
With temperatures soaring to 40°C, passengers are expressing their discontent due to the absence of air conditioning in buses, highlighting a discomforting aspect of daily life during the heatwave in North Macedonia.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has responded to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, stating that Serbia has lost Kosovo, reflecting ongoing political tensions in the region.
The August session for the state matura (high school final exam) is set to begin, with over 1,300 candidates registered, indicating a significant educational event in North Macedonia.
A powerful earthquake has struck Colombia, resulting in approximately 150 deaths and hundreds of injuries, signaling a major natural disaster.
Hashim Thaçi will remain in pre-trial detention as the court has decided to continue his detention, indicating ongoing legal proceedings.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to spread rapidly, with the death toll officially surpassing 2,011, according to health authorities.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia, shaking the South American nation and neighboring Ecuador, with reports of casualties and significant damage.
Doctors are advising citizens to avoid sun exposure due to high temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius, warning of potential negative health impacts.
Reactions continue from Pristina to Kyiv regarding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's statements made in Belgrade, which were perceived as against Kosovo's independence.
The Democratic Union for Integration (BDI) alleges that since June 2024, none of the Albanian Deputy Prime Ministers in the government have led any initiatives, effectively having 'zero' influence.
Over 1 million residents have been evacuated in eastern China as Typhoon Dolphin made landfall with heavy rainfall and strong winds.
VMRO-DPMNE claims that for years, Filipče and the government led by his party received reports from state institutions about issues in Gostivar, suggesting a delayed government response.
Global food prices rose in July to their highest level in over three years, indicating a significant increase in the cost of basic commodities.
Oil prices surged on Monday following Iran's imposition of conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about global energy supply.
