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Morocco detains over 100 migrants after attempted mass crossing into Spanish enclave Ceuta
On August 15, 2026, Moroccan authorities detained between 111 and 148 migrants trying to cross into Spain’s Ceuta amid heightened border security.
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Malaysia's Works Ministry Identifies 99 Road Accident Blackspots Using RAMS
Malaysia's Works Ministry used the Road Accident Management System to pinpoint 99 fatal accident blackspots on federal roads nationwide.
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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung backs 4-year, two-term presidency with stronger parliament
President Lee Jae Myung supports constitutional reform for a 4-year, two-term presidency and enhanced National Assembly powers, seeking bipartisan backing.
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Israeli settlers besiege Palestinian homes in Qusra as military intervenes
Israeli settlers besieged three Palestinian homes in Qusra from August 9, prompting military raids and US criticism.
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Pokémon Pokopia sells over 5 million units, lifting Nintendo shares 7% in Japan
Pokémon Pokopia has sold more than 5 million units worldwide since March, boosting Nintendo's Tokyo stock by 7% on August 14.
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15-year-old charged over fire near Bordeaux airport that killed two firefighters
A 15-year-old was charged on August 13 in France for a fire near Bordeaux airport that killed two firefighters on July 21.
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Oceania Football Confederation backs Infantino as New Zealand Football withdraws support
The Oceania Football Confederation supports FIFA President Gianni Infantino while New Zealand Football withdraws backing over FIFA Forward Enterprise controversy.
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Applied Materials Reports Strong Q3 Revenue of $9.12B and Raises 2026 Outlook on AI Demand
Applied Materials posted Q3 revenue up 25% to $9.12 billion and raised its 2026 forecast, driven by strong AI-related semiconductor demand.
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Government offers settlement to Semantan Estate over disputed Duta Enclave land in Kuala Lumpur
The Malaysian Government offered a settlement to Semantan Estate to resolve a long-running land compensation dispute over 263 acres in Kuala Lumpur.
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Cryptocurrency scam with fake job offers causes US$11.8 million losses in Singapore
A cryptocurrency-related scam using fake job offers and spoofed websites caused US$11.8 million in losses in Singapore, authorities said.
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USS George Washington departs Vietnam to relieve USS Abraham Lincoln in Middle East
The USS George Washington left Da Nang heading to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln after its extended 266-day deployment.
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ERL offers 50% discount on KLIA Transit return fares to Putrajaya and Cyberjaya for National Day
Express Rail Link will offer half-price KLIA Transit return tickets to Putrajaya and Cyberjaya from August 29-31 for Malaysia's 69th National Day.
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Law Minister Edwin Tong urges Law Society to disclose audit reports on workplace complaints
Law Minister Edwin Tong called on August 14 for the Law Society of Singapore to release its full audit committee report on workplace issues to members with redactions.
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Singapore MRT achieves record 9 months without delays over 30 minutes as reliability rises
The Singapore MRT network recorded nine consecutive months without a delay exceeding 30 minutes as of July 2026, marking its longest streak since 2011.
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PKR leadership affirms unity under Anwar Ibrahim despite MP departures
PKR strategy director Sim Tze Tzin said the party remains united under leader Anwar Ibrahim despite several MPs leaving, including Wong Chen.
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Arsenal begins Premier League title defense amid record nine clubs with new managers
Arsenal started the 2026-27 Premier League season as defending champions while nine clubs, including major rivals, have new permanent managers.
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US names Singapore among 40 countries in China’s tariff evasion transshipment network
The White House report on August 13 identifies Singapore as part of a 40-country network used by Chinese exporters to evade US tariffs.
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Malaysia's Q2 2026 GDP grows 6%, surpassing expectations with strong exports
Malaysia's economy expanded 6.0% year-on-year in Q2 2026, driven by robust domestic demand and export growth.
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Alexandra Eala's rise fuels tennis boom in the Philippines
Filipino tennis player Alexandra Eala sparked a surge in tennis participation and racquet sales in the Philippines.
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New Zealand Football Withdraws Support for FIFA President Infantino Over Funding Scheme Concerns
New Zealand Football pulled support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino's reelection and called for an independent review of the FIFA Forward Enterprise project.
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Hacking group Cl0p claims data theft from nearly 50 companies including Shell, Philips, GE, and Fiserv
Cl0p hacking group claimed data theft from almost 50 firms worldwide, including Philips, Shell, Fiserv, and GE, prompting ongoing investigations.
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Australian PM Albanese urges Trump to exempt Australia from US tariffs in call
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called US President Donald Trump on August 14 to seek exemption from 12.5% tariffs imposed last month.
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Olam Group reports nearly sixfold rise in H1 2026 profit to S$1.9 billion on divestment gains
Olam Group reported a net profit of about S$1.9 billion for H1 2026, up nearly six times from a year earlier, driven by divestment gains.
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US Appeals Court Orders Rehearing of DJI's Pentagon Blacklist Status
The US Court of Appeals ruled August 14 that a lower court must reconsider DJI’s placement on the Pentagon’s Chinese military company blacklist.