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METABORA & LINE NEXT Partner to Launch Web3 Games on Dapp Portal

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor
written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

This press release announces a strategic partnership between METABORA and LINE NEXT to expand the Web3 gaming ecosystem within LINE’s mini Dapp platform.

Here’s a breakdown of the key points:

Collaboration Goal: To distribute Web3 games through LINE’s Mini Dapp portal, making them more accessible to a mainstream audience.
 METABORA’s Role:
Will supply Web3 games to the Dapp Portal, leveraging its network of development partners and global game development/publishing experience.
 Will expand the utility of its BORA token within the LINE Messenger-based mini Dapp ecosystem.
Plans to implement a payment infrastructure for in-game item purchases using the BORA token.
 Will implement Gas Abstraction technology to allow users to make in-app purchases wiht BORA without needing KAIA tokens for gas fees. This is expected in the second half of the year.
Aims to increase the BORA token’s value and integration across the broader Web3 ecosystem.
 LINE NEXT’s Role:
Will expand accessibility to Web3 games and support their marketing through its platform.
 Will collaborate with METABORA on researching and developing infrastructure for stablecoin support (like USDT) to improve user onboarding and payment environments.
Key Quotes:
 Lim Youngjun (METABORA Co-CEO): emphasizes bringing high-quality games to the Dapp Portal and creating a leading example of Web3 gaming reaching a mainstream audience.
Kim Woosuk (LINE NEXT CSO): Highlights the potential for a major success case for Mini Dapps and the importance of stablecoin support for user experience.
 About METABORA: Described as a casual game developer and operator of the BORA blockchain platform, focusing on innovation and collaboration across games, sports, and entertainment. The BORA Portal offers GameFi services like NFT trading and DeFi features.

In essence, this partnership aims to bridge the gap between traditional gaming audiences on LINE and the emerging world of Web3 gaming by providing a curated selection of games and a smoother user experience through token utility and gas fee abstraction.

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Content Writing Tips: Improve Your Skills & Productivity

by Emma Walker – News Editor
written by Emma Walker – News Editor

JOHANNESBURG – Airports Company South Africa has temporarily suspended its group executive for enterprise security and compliance, Mzwandile Petros, pending the outcome of investigations into allegations of operational irregularities.

On Friday, the company released a statement citing that their decision to place Petros on precautionary suspension is to safeguard the flow of investigations.

ACSA says Petros’ duties will be fulfilled by Mary-Ann Joubert in the interim.

She will handle the day-to-day functions of the security threat risk and vulnerability assessments at all the airports under the company.

The company says the operations in the nine airports, including the three main international gateways managed by the company, will not be affected by the suspension.

Petro, who has been working in the company for seven years now, is on precautionary suspension to allow for a fair and unbiased investigation to be conducted.

ACSA says they will provide updates on the matter once it has been concluded by the independent investigation.

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Content Writing Tips: Improve Your Skills & Productivity

by Emma Walker – News Editor
written by Emma Walker – News Editor
Child, doctor

A 35-year-old physician earning $350,000 a year has saved $1.3 million and is now wondering if it’s time to stop playing it so safe and finally splurge on the dream car he’s always wanted: a Lamborghini.

“I don’t want to look back and think, ‘I wish I had spent more and had fun when I was young,’” the doctor wrote in a popular Reddit post on r/whitecoatinvestora subreddit filled with financially savvy medical professionals.

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“You want to blow 30-40% of what you made in a decade in a single afternoon?” one person asked bluntly. Another said, “Lambo money is $1M a year or more. This is like a barista buying a Birkin bag.”

Still, not everyone was against the idea. Many encouraged the physician to explore the fantasy without committing outright. One of the top responses suggested spending $1,000 or $2,000 to test drive a variety of exotic cars. “Try them all at 150 mph and see if that’s enough for you,” the commenter said.

Others recommended a more practical splurge. “A really high-end car will turn heads but it comes at like a $150K premium to something you can use that will also turn heads and drive to what is your likely capability,” one commenter said, suggesting a Porsche 911 or BMW M4 as middle-ground options.

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The Case For Caution

Plenty of people pointed out that while $1.3 million is an impressive savings milestone, it may not justify a purchase as extravagant as a Lamborghini. One financial planner shared that a client with $2.5 million in investments still struggled with the idea of splurging. “She ended up settling on a trip of a lifetime. We still talk about it to this day.”

“If you worked hard your entire life with the explicit purpose to buy a Lambo, then maybe you should do it,” another person said. “However, I like cars quite a bit but would still never spend that much at that net worth.”

A few were more philosophical. “Sometimes it’s not about generational wealth or even wealth beyond need. Sometimes it’s just life. You really only do live once. Let no one influence your enjoyment of such.”

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Used, Leased Or Just Rented?

Even those supportive of the idea urged the doctor not to buy new. “Buy a used Huracan for $200K. The first owner took the depreciation hit. Keep it a couple years and resell for $180K,” one user advised. “Costs you $20K in depreciation vs $100K in depreciation.”

And then there were the skeptics who had been there and done that. One Porsche owner said his 911 mostly sat in the garage and was eventually sold. “I loved my Toyota Tundra so much, the Porsche sat in the garage for six years and only got 20K miles.”

Ultimately, the community’s message boiled down to this: Don’t let fear of missing out or burnout push you into a massive decision. Rent first, try it out, and if you love it, go for it. Just don’t expect the Lambo to solve anything deeper.

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24 hours in pictures, 7 July 2025

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Global Events Captured in Stunning Images

From protests in Kenya to high fashion in Paris, see the world through the lenses of today’s top photographers.

A curated selection of photographs provides a glimpse into global events, from political demonstrations and cultural celebrations to the stark realities of conflict and displacement, all within the last 48 hours.

Bus Crash in Hungary

Near Kungyalu, Hungary, rescue workers responded to a harrowing accident involving a Ukrainian bus. The bus, carrying 77 passengers, including children, careened off the road on July 6, 2025, and crashed into a ditch. According to rescue authorities, nineteen individuals sustained injuries, with two reported in serious condition.

Rescue workers recover a damaged Ukrainian bus carrying 77 passengers, including children, after it veered off the road and crashed into a ditch near Kungyalu, Hungary, 06 July 2025. Nineteen people were injured, two of them seriously, according to rescue authorities. Picture: EPA/Janos Meszaros

Kenya’s Saba Saba Day Protests

In Nairobi, Kenya, protesters marked Saba Saba Day on July 7, 2025, a day commemorating the fight for democracy. Demonstrators chanted anti-government slogans amidst burning barricades, echoing the historic uprising of July 7, 1990, when Kenyans demanded multi-party democracy after years of autocratic rule under then-president Daniel arap Moi.

24 hours in pictures, 7 July 2025
Protesters chant anti-government slogans and wave Kenyan flags beside a burning barricade blocking a road during Saba Saba Day protests in Nairobi, on July 7, 2025. Kenya marked its fight for democracy on July 7, 2025 with police blocking main roads in Nairobi ahead of potential protests, after last month’s demonstrations descended into violent clashes. Saba Saba Day marks the uprising on July 7, 1990 when Kenyans demanded a return to multi-party democracy after years of autocratic rule by then-president Daniel arap Moi. Picture: Luis Tato / AFP

Ashura Day Observed in Yemen

In Sana’a, Yemen, Shiite Muslims observed Ashura day on July 6, 2025, the tenth day of Muharram. This holy month in the Islamic calendar culminates in the celebration of Ashura, commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, a grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. The observance highlights the deep religious traditions continuing despite ongoing conflict in the region.

Yemeni Shiite Muslim youths during Ashura day in Sana’a
Yemeni Shiite Muslim youths sit on a fence during Ashura day, the tenth day of Muharram, in Sana’a, Yemen, 06 July 2025. Shiite Muslims across the world observe the holy month of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. The peak of Muharram is the celebration of Ashura, commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, a grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. Picture: EPA/YAHYA ARHAB

Running of the Bulls in Pamplona

Pamplona, Spain, celebrated the San Fermin festival with its traditional running of the bulls on July 7, 2025. The festival, which continues until July 14, 2025, draws participants and spectators from around the globe, eager to witness or partake in the adrenaline-fueled event.

Runners participate in the Running of the Bulls at Pamplona's San Fermin festival
Mozos or runners take part in the first running of the bulls of the Sanfermines festival in Pamplona, Spain, 07 July 2025. The San Fermin festival runs until 14 July 2025. Picture: EPA/JESUS DIGES

Cool Weather in San Sebastian

A woman braved the cloudy weather on July 7, 2025, to take a dip in the sea at Ondarreta beach in San Sebastian, northern Spain. Despite the overcast skies, the scene captures the enduring appeal of coastal life, even when the weather is less than ideal.

Woman bathes in the sea on a cloudy day in San Sebastian
A woman bathes in the sea at the beach of Ondarreta on a cloudy morning in San Sebastian, northern Spain, 07 July 2025. Picture: EPA / Javier Etxezarreta

Protest at BRICS Summit in Rio

During the 17th annual BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, a protest was organized by pro-Israeli advocacy NGO ‘StandWithUs’ on July 6, 2025. Demonstrators placed symbolic gallows and rainbow flags on Ipanema Beach, drawing attention to political and social issues amidst the international gathering.

Protest held at BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro
Symbolic gallows and rainbow colour flags stand on Ipanema Beach during a protest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 06 July 2025. The protest was organised pro-Israeli advocacy NGO ‘StandWithUs’. Picture: EPA/ANDRE COELHO

BRICS Summit Family Photo

The leaders of BRICS nations – **Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto**, **South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa**, **Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva**, **India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi** and **China’s Premier Li Qiang** – posed for a group photo at the 17th annual BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 6, 2025. The summit addressed pressing global issues, as these nations continue to increase their global influence. The BRICS countries represent more than 40% of the world’s population and about 26% of the global GDP (Investopedia).

BRICS summit in Brazil
(L to R)Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto, South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China’s Premier Li Qiang pose for a family photo of the 17th annual BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on July 6, 2025. ( The Yomiuri Shimbun ) (Photo by Mika Otsuki / The Yomiuri Shimbun via AFP)

Brazilian-Style Carnival in Paris

Paris, France, celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Tropical Carnival on July 6, 2025. Costumed participants paraded along the Champs-Elysees avenue, representing various regions including Guadeloupe, Martinique, Guyana, Brazil, and others, all under the theme of ‘Amazonies’ to honor the Amazon and Brazil.

Participants in the Tropical Carnival in Paris
Costumed participants parade on the Champs-Elysees avenue during the Tropical Carnival in Paris, France, 06 July 2025. Hundreds of dancers and dozens of carnival groups from Guadeloupe, Martinique, Guyana, Brazil, Reunion, Haiti, Trinidad, Tobago, Bolivia and Peru, take over the Champs-Elysees to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the carnival, dedicated to the Amazon and Brazil under the theme ‘Amazonies’. Picture: EPA/TERESA SUAREZ

Gaza Border Closures Impact Airstrike Victim

Twelve-year-old Palestinian girl **Hala Abu Dahlez**, injured in an airstrike on March 26, 2025, spends time with her siblings in a displacement camp in Al-Mawasi, Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip. **Hala** sustained serious head injuries when a metal swing set collapsed on her following an Israeli airstrike, requiring specialized treatment unavailable in Gaza due to ongoing border closures.

Palestinian girl injured in airstrike denied treatment abroad amid Gaza border closures
Twelve-year-old Palestinian girl Hala Abu Dahlez (C), who was injured in an airstrike, spends time playing with her siblings inside her tent in Al-Mawasi, Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, 06 July 2025 (issued 07 July 2025). Hala sustained serious head injuries on 26 March 2025 when a metal swing set collapsed on her following an Israeli airstrike, resulting in a head injury. She underwent several surgeries, but doctors say she requires specialized treatment outside the Gaza Strip. Ongoing border closures have prevented her evacuation, risking deterioration. Hala lives with her family in a displacement camp and suffers from severe physical and psychological trauma. Picture: EPA/HAITHAM IMAD

Louis Vuitton’s Cruise Ship Store in Shanghai

In Shanghai, China, the luxury retail group Louis Vuitton unveiled a unique installation shaped like a cruise ship on July 7, 2025. “The Louis,” standing nearly 100 feet tall at Taikoo Hui, pays homage to the brand’s heritage with a cabin crafted from classic Louis Vuitton cases and a monogrammed hull.

Louis Vuitton store shaped like cruise ship in Shanghai
People cross the street in front of the Louis Vuitton store shaped like a cruise ship, in Shanghai, China, 07 July 2025. Luxury retail group Louis Vuitton has launched an installation called The Louis at Taikoo Hui in Shanghai’s Nanjing West Road business district. Standing nearly 100 feet tall, this ship-inspired structure pays tribute to the brand’s 19th-century heritage with a cabin made from classic Louis Vuitton cases and a hull adorned with the monogram. Picture: EPA/ALEX PLAVEVSKI

Gunpowder Ritual in El Salvador

In Apastepeque, El Salvador, dozens of Catholic parishioners celebrated La Demanda on July 6, 2025, honoring Saint James the Apostle with a centennial procession. During the celebration, participants threw handmade gunpowder, marking a vibrant tradition in the rural town located approximately 56 kilometers from San Salvador.

People celebrate Saint James with gunpowder in El Salvador
People throw handmade gunpowder during the celebration of La Demanda, in honor of Saint James the Apostle, in Apastepeque, El Salvador, 06 July 2025. Dozens of Salvadoran Catholic parishioners in the rural town of Apastequepe, located approximately 56 kilometers from San Salvador, celebrated the centennial procession in which an image of the apostle Saint James is carried through all the neighborhoods of this town. Picture: EPA/Rodrigo Sura

Greenpeace Protests Deep Sea Mining in Berlin

Greenpeace activists staged a protest in front of the German parliament building in Berlin on July 7, 2025, coinciding with the kick-off of a meeting by the International Seabed Authority (ISA) in Jamaica. The organization positioned a ten-meter-tall inflatable octopus to advocate against deep sea mining.

Greenpeace activists protest deep sea mining in Berlin
A giant inflatable octopus is placed in front of the German parliament building in Berlin, Germany, 07 July 2025. The environmental organization Greenpeace staged a protest with a ten meter tall inflatable octopus on the occasion of the kick-off of a meeting of the International Seabed Authority (ISA), taking place in Jamaica. Picture: EPA/CLEMENS BILAN

Haute Couture Fashion Show in Paris

A model presented a creation for Iris Van Herpen during the Women’s Haute-Couture Fall/Winter 2025-26 collection show in Paris on July 7, 2025. The show highlighted innovative designs and set the stage for upcoming fashion trends.

A model presents a creation for Iris Van Herpen
A model presents a creation for Iris Van Herpen during the Women’s Haute-Couture Fall/Winter 2025-26 collection show in Paris, on July 7, 2025. (Photo by Thomas SAMSON / AFP)

Tour de France Stage 3

The pack of riders (peloton) cycled past a mural dubbed “Douceur d’Amand” by K2B Graff on the side of a building in Saint-Amand-les-Eaux during the 3rd stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 178.3 km between Valenciennes and Dunkerque (Dunkirk), Northern France, on July 7, 2025.

Cyclists during the Tour de France
The pack of riders (peloton) cycles past a mural dubbed “Douceur d’Amand” by K2B Graff on the side of a building in Saint-Amand-les-Eaux during the 3rd stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 178.3 km between Valenciennes and Dunkerque (Dunkirk), Northern France, on July 7, 2025. (Photo by Marco Berlorello / AFP)
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Hamas says ready to start Gaza ceasefire talks ‘immediately’

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Israel Weighs Response to Hamas Ceasefire Offer

Security Cabinet to convene as **Netanyahu** prepares for **Trump** talks.

After **Hamas** announced its readiness to immediately discuss a US-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal, Israel is considering its next move, potentially paving the way to de-escalate almost two years of conflict.

Hamas Signals Openness to Negotiations

**Hamas** announced late Friday that it was prepared to “engage immediately and seriously in a cycle of negotiations on the mechanism to put in place” the proposed truce, following consultations with other Palestinian factions.

According to sources familiar with the discussions, the proposal involves a 60-day truce. During this period, **Hamas** would release ten living hostages and some bodies in exchange for Palestinians held in Israeli prisons.

However, **Hamas** is also seeking guarantees regarding Israel’s withdrawal, assurances against renewed fighting during negotiations, and the restoration of the UN-led aid distribution system.

**Hamas** ally Islamic Jihad voiced support for ceasefire talks, also emphasizing the need for guarantees that Israel “will not resume its aggression” after hostages are released.

Trump’s Reaction

When asked about **Hamas’s** response aboard Air Force One, **President Trump** stated, “That’s good. They haven’t briefed me on it. We have to get it over with. We have to do something about Gaza.”

US-Backed Aid Group Under Fire

The **Gaza** Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a US- and Israel-backed organization, has faced challenges in its food distribution efforts. The group reported that two of its US staff members were injured in what it described as a “targeted terrorist attack” on one of its aid centers in southern Gaza.

The organization stated the attack, which occurred during food distribution activities in Khan Yunis, involved “two assailants who threw two grenades at the Americans.”

Several UN agencies and major aid organizations have declined to collaborate with the GHF, citing concerns that it serves Israeli military objectives. According to the World Food Programme, conflict, limited humanitarian access, and logistical constraints continue to impede efforts to provide food assistance to people in Gaza (WFP, 2024).

**Johnnie Moore**, chairman of GHF, has rejected calls for UN agencies to resume the lead role in Gaza aid distribution, saying “We will not be shut down. We have one job to do. It’s very simple, every day to provide free food to the people of Gaza.”

Casualties Mount Amid Ongoing Conflict

Civil defence spokesman **Mahmud Bassal** reported that Israeli military operations resulted in 35 deaths across Gaza on Saturday.

According to an AFP tally based on Israeli official figures, the **Hamas** attack in October 2023 led to the deaths of 1,219 people, mostly civilians.

The Hamas-run territory’s health ministry reports that Israel’s retaliatory campaign has killed at least 57,338 people in Gaza, the majority of whom were also civilians. The United Nations considers these figures to be generally reliable.

The ongoing conflict, now entering its 21st month, has created critical humanitarian conditions for over two million residents of the Gaza Strip.

The Israeli security cabinet is expected to convene after sundown to discuss these developments, coinciding with **Prime Minister Netanyahu’s** planned trip to Washington for talks with **President Trump** on Monday.

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ANC & DA Budget Standoff: No Retaliation in Department Funding

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

ANC Opts Against budget Retaliation Amidst Government of National Unity Tensions

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Johannesburg – In a move to de-escalate political tensions,the african National congress (ANC) has resolved not to engage in retaliatory budget cuts targeting departments led by the Democratic Alliance (DA). This decision comes amidst ongoing discussions within the ANC’s National Working Committee (NWC) regarding the stability of the Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa.

ANC NWC Decides Against Tit-for-Tat Budget Actions

Despite earlier threats of retaliation following the DA’s decision to withhold support for certain departmental budget votes, the ANC’s NWC has opted for a more measured approach. Insiders suggest that the committee views the national budget as too vital to be used for political maneuvering between parties. the DA’s initial decision stemmed from their demand that President Cyril Ramaphosa reinstate Andrew Whitfield, the axed Deputy Minister of Trade and Investment, who was dismissed for insubordination after an unauthorized trip to the United States [1].

Did You Know? The South African national budget for 2024/25 totals approximately R2.35 trillion, allocated across various government departments and programs [2].

National Dialogue and GNU Stability Remain Priorities

The NWC has affirmed that efforts to advance the National Dialogue will continue,emphasizing that the initiative is intended to benefit all citizens,not just political parties.While acknowledging frustrations in dealing with the DA, most NWC members believe that the GNU faces no important issues beyond the challenges posed by this one partner. Discussions regarding the GNU’s future are ongoing, with ANC officials expected to present a complete report on attempts to reset the coalition before the National Executive Committee (NEC) convenes later in July.

The DA had previously indicated it woudl not support budget votes for departments such as higher education, water and sanitation, and human settlements. This stance was part of a broader strategy to express dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs within the GNU.

Future of the Government of National Unity

The ANC’s decision to avoid budget retaliation signals a desire to maintain stability within the GNU, despite the existing tensions. Further deliberations within the ANC are planned to address the challenges and opportunities presented by the current coalition government. The upcoming NEC meeting in July will be crucial in determining the long-term direction of the GNU and the ANC’s approach to managing its coalition partners.

Pro Tip: Monitoring the statements and actions of key figures within the ANC and DA can provide valuable insights into the evolving dynamics of the GNU.

What impact will the ANC’s decision have on the stability of the GNU? How will the DA respond to this move?

Understanding South Africa’s Coalition Politics

coalition governments are increasingly common in South Africa’s political landscape, reflecting the diverse interests and priorities of the electorate. The formation and maintenance of these coalitions require careful negotiation and compromise among the participating parties. The current GNU faces challenges in balancing the different agendas of its members while striving to address the country’s pressing socio-economic issues.

Frequently Asked Questions About the ANC and GNU

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