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Parent Chooses Quiet Cinema Party to Celebrate Daughter's Ninth Birthday in Singapore
A Singapore parent marked his daughter JJ’s ninth birthday with a low-key cinema party instead of a typical noisy celebration.
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Malaysian Armed Forces Pledge Compliance with Pahang Sultan’s Consent Directive on Military Exercises
The Malaysian Armed Forces pledged to comply with Pahang’s consent requirement for military exercises after the Pahang Crown Prince issued the directive amid Johor Regent's support.
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Flooding in Chongqing kills up to 9 with dozens missing, thousands relocated
Severe flooding in Chongqing's Yongchuan and Beibei districts since May 23 has killed 3 to 9 people and displaced over 2,000 residents.
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Malaysia sees rise in fake social media accounts spreading religion, race, royalty content
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil reports increased fake accounts pushing religion, race, and royalty content online in Malaysia.
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Malaysia considers legal action against Facebook over online scams
Malaysia is considering legal action against Facebook for failing to cooperate on tackling online scams, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said.
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Romantic Warrior wins Hong Kong Triple Crown with Champions & Chater Cup victory
Romantic Warrior secured the Hong Kong Triple Crown by winning the Champions & Chater Cup at Sha Tin on May 24, 2026.
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EasyJet Cabin Crew Strike in France Causes About 100 Flight Cancellations
EasyJet cabin crew in France began a strike on August 15 over last-minute schedule changes, cancelling around 100 flights across several airports.
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Three Teenage Boys in Hampshire Avoid Jail for Rapes of Two Girls
Two 15-year-olds and a 14-year-old boy received youth rehabilitation orders for rapes in Hampshire in 2024 and 2025.
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Cycle & Carriage MD affirms company independence amid shareholder change rumors
Cycle & Carriage managing director Wilfrid Foo stressed the company’s independence despite majority shareholder Jardine Cycle & Carriage.
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Penang Sukma rugby player Muhammad Adam Putra Syahril dies after collapsing in training
Muhammad Adam Putra Syahril, 21, collapsed during rugby practice in Kulim and died shortly after at Kulim Hospital.
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Tennessee Titans' Nazeeh Johnson suspended six games for PED violation linked to fertility drug
Titans cornerback Nazeeh Johnson was suspended six games for testing positive for a banned substance in fertility medication.
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European Mullet Championship crowns BesaMulet duo winners in Belgium
The 2026 European Mullet Championship named BesaMulet overall champions in Audregnies, Belgium in late May.
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Tensions rise between PAS and Bersatu, threatening Perikatan Nasional ahead of elections
Internal conflict between PAS and Bersatu is destabilizing Perikatan Nasional and risks weakening the coalition before the 16th General Election.
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Company Director in Kota Tinggi Loses RM167,050 in Facebook Loan Scam
A 36-year-old company director in Kota Tinggi lost RM167,050 after falling victim to a fraudulent Facebook loan advertisement.
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Japan to monitor social media to target visa overstayers and illegal foreign workers
Japan’s Immigration Services Agency will use online monitoring and cyber patrols to crack down on visa overstayers and unauthorized foreign workers.
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Malaysia launches Sabah IP Development Plan 2026-2030 to boost local product protection
Malaysia's Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living announced a plan to enhance intellectual property protection for Sabah products.
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Islam Makhachev defends UFC welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330
Islam Makhachev defends his UFC welterweight championship versus Ian Machado Garry on August 15 in Philadelphia.
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Matt Groening hints The Simpsons: Hit & Run might return, showrunner expresses doubt
Matt Groening said The Simpsons: Hit & Run is ‘coming back in some form’ at D23 2026, but showrunner Matt Selman quickly responded ‘or not’
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Former Cambridge professor Jason Arday found dead amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, Cambridge’s youngest Black professor, was found dead at home one week after resigning over plagiarism claims.
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Better Home & Finance fires CEO Vishal Garg amid steep stock decline and board reshuffle
Better Home & Finance dismissed CEO Vishal Garg on August 3, 2026, appointing Daniel Lewis as his successor amid company struggles.
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Russia claims capture of 19 settlements in southeast Ukraine this summer
Russia announced it captured 19 settlements in southeastern Ukraine during its 2026 summer campaign.
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SARA Business Partner Network Grows to 14,068 Premises Across Malaysia
The SARA programme expanded to 14,068 business partners nationwide as of August 7, 2026, helping deliver cash aid more efficiently to recipients.
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Viennese woman sues city over public toilet fees, citing gender discrimination
Melanie Gradik, 27, is suing Vienna over public toilet fees that charge women but not men for use of cubicles.
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Sabah hospital director transferred amid sexual harassment investigation
Sabah Health Ministry finished its probe into a sexual harassment claim and transferred the hospital director pending further action.