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China detains multiple Japanese executives over rare earth export violations amid tensions
Chinese authorities have detained several Japanese nationals, including executives, accused of violating dual-use export controls on rare earths.
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Reserve Bank of Australia keeps cash rate at 4.35%, signals possible future hikes
The Reserve Bank of Australia held its cash rate steady at 4.35% after three hikes this year, warning rates could rise again if inflation risks increase.
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14-year-old girl arrested for injuring classmate with kerambit at Shah Alam school
A 14-year-old female student allegedly injured a male classmate with a kerambit at a Shah Alam secondary school on August 5.
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Malaysia launches National Energy Efficiency Policy and Action Plan 2026–2035 targeting RM85 billion savings
Malaysia unveiled the National Energy Efficiency Policy and Action Plan 2026–2035 to save RM85.24 billion and cut energy demand by 11.6% by 2035.
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GM to sell 49.99% stake in Indiana battery plant joint venture to Samsung SDI
General Motors will sell its entire stake in the Indiana battery joint venture to Samsung SDI, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.
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NUS mandates AI courses and offers ChatGPT Edu access to all students and staff
Starting August 2026, NUS will require undergraduates to complete AI courses and provide all students and staff with free ChatGPT Edu access.
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UOB beats Q2 profit estimates but fee guidance cut and asset quality raise concerns
UOB reported a stronger-than-expected Q2 net profit of S$1.48 billion while lowering fee income guidance amid rising non-performing assets, prompting mixed analyst reactions.
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Chinese man duped by rapid marriage scam amid gender imbalance crisis
Wang Zhuang, 37, was conned by a Guiyang matchmaking agency into a quick marriage with a fraudulent bride, losing hundreds of thousands of yuan.
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Iga Swiatek reaches Canadian Open semi-finals with 6-2, 6-1 win over Diana Shnaider
Iga Swiatek defeated Diana Shnaider 6-2, 6-1 on August 10 to advance to the Canadian Open semi-finals in Toronto.
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Wildfire near Omis, Croatia kills one, injures dozens, forces large evacuations
A wildfire near Lokva Rogoznica spread rapidly to Omis on August 14, killing one, injuring about 40, and forcing evacuation of over 1,000 people.
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Amy Hunt wins women's 100m gold at 2026 European Athletics Championships
Amy Hunt claimed the women's 100m gold in 11.00 seconds at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham on August 11, 2026.
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Famous California bald eagle Jackie dies after weeks of veterinary care
Jackie, a famed California bald eagle and livestream star, died August 10 after intensive treatment at the Ojai Raptor Center.
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Dallas Cowboys sign Quinnen Williams to $105.9M extension through 2030
The Dallas Cowboys signed defensive tackle Quinnen Williams to a three-year, $105.9 million contract extension through 2030.
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Trump Confirms Single Recent Call with Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, Denies Frequent Talks
President Trump said on August 10 he spoke only once recently with Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, denying reports of frequent discussions since May 2026.
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Grand Theft Auto Fans Raise Over $50,000 for Fan’s Rare Lung Transplant Surgery
Fans of Grand Theft Auto raised more than $50,000 to support 25-year-old Jerry Fort’s risky lung transplant and recovery.
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Carabao Cup second-round draw sets Premier League and lower league ties
Nottingham Forest will host Leeds United while Chelsea face Luton Town in Carabao Cup second round starting 24 August.
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UK-Ireland Greenlink cable rerouted to protect Dobby’s Harry Potter memorial at Freshwater West
Greenlink project managers rerouted their £430 million subsea power cable to avoid disturbing Dobby’s memorial after fan protests.
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Big Walk sells over 1 million copies worldwide in six days
House House's co-op puzzle game Big Walk sold over 1 million copies in six days across PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch 2.
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China’s Long March 7A rocket explodes shortly after launch, satellite lost
China’s Long March 7A rocket carrying the ChinaSat-4B satellite exploded less than 90 seconds after liftoff from Wenchang on August 10.
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Ex-Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Found Dead Amid Plagiarism Scandal
Jason Arday, former Cambridge professor, was found dead at home after resigning over plagiarism allegations and scrutiny of his career claims.
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Wall Street closes lower on August 10 as Strait of Hormuz deal hopes fade and oil prices rise
Wall Street's major indices fell on August 10 amid fading hopes for a Strait of Hormuz deal and mixed corporate earnings news.
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Malaysian detained at Chennai airport for smuggling 4 kg of hydroponic cannabis
Indian customs detained a Malaysian passenger arriving from Bangkok for attempting to smuggle 4.033 kg of hydroponic cannabis through Chennai Airport.
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Aptoide becomes first third-party app store in Google Play on Android in US
Aptoide launched as the first rival Android app store available to download within Google Play in the US on August 10, 2026.
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Trump Dismisses Concerns Over USS Abraham Lincoln’s Nine-Month Deployment and Crew Conditions
President Trump downplayed concerns about USS Abraham Lincoln’s extended deployment and crew wellbeing as the ship nears replacement by USS George Washington.