Top Stories
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
-
Mattel unveils Whitney Houston Barbie doll featuring iconic 1980s look
Mattel released a Barbie doll honoring Whitney Houston at the 5th annual Legacy of Love gala in Atlanta on August 8.
-
Malaysia begins biometric screening of 4,000 Myanmar nationals to identify refugees for repatriation
Malaysia is screening about 4,000 Myanmar nationals at immigration depots to distinguish refugees from offenders ahead of repatriation efforts.
-
Perez Hilton hospitalized in Miami after livestreaming self-harm, faces surgery
Perez Hilton was admitted to a Miami hospital in serious but stable condition after livestreaming self-harm on TikTok, authorities said.
-
Mason Mount leaves PSG friendly early with foot injury for Manchester United
Mason Mount exited early with a foot injury in Manchester United's 1-1 friendly draw against PSG on August 8 in Gothenburg.
-
Immigration Department probes unauthorized use of logo on foreigner’s vehicle, detains 10
Malaysian Immigration Department is investigating a foreign national’s vehicle falsely bearing its logo and detained 10 suspects in related raids.
-
120 Squatter Families in Sungkai and Kuala Bikam Receive Land Grants Ending 40-Year Dispute
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming presented land grants to 120 squatter families, resolving a settlement issue ongoing for over 40 years.
-
Four die in helicopter crash near Vista Chinesa in Rio's Tijuca National Park
A sightseeing helicopter crashed in Rio de Janeiro's Tijuca National Park on August 8, killing four people on board.
-
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says Tesla Autopilot was engaged during July 14 crash
Kyle Shanahan reported his Tesla was on Autopilot during his July 14 car crash in Palo Alto, causing multiple injuries in a head-on collision.
-
Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei appears in first video since taking office amid health doubts
Iranian state media released an undated video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei teaching, amid conflicting reports on his health since a February airstrike.
-
Matthias Jaissle wins first match as Newcastle coach in 2-1 Valencia friendly
Newcastle United defeated Valencia 2-1 in a pre-season friendly on August 8 in Jaissle's first match as head coach.
-
WNBA rescinds Caitlin Clark's technical foul, averting one-game suspension
The WNBA removed Caitlin Clark's technical foul from August 8, preventing her suspension for the Indiana Fever's next game.
-
Kano state marries 1,500 couples in mass wedding to aid low-income families
Kano state government held a mass wedding for 1,500 couples to support low-income families unable to afford marriage costs.
-
Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Will Stay Closed Until US Meets Six Demands
Iran’s top security official declared the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US meets Tehran’s six demands.
-
Mason Mount injured as Manchester United draw 1-1 with Paris Saint-Germain in friendly
Manchester United played Paris Saint-Germain to a 1-1 draw on August 8 in Gothenburg, with Mason Mount leaving early due to a foot injury.
-
Penang suspends ANPR parking enforcement after public backlash
Penang state government ordered an immediate suspension of the Automated Number Plate Recognition parking system after complaints from motorists.
-
Opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting Prime Minister during parliamentary session
Opposition MP Time Kadrijaj threw eggs at Kosovo’s acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti during a session on August 8, prompting suspension of parliament.
-
Malaysia's Works Ministry seeks top development allocation in 2027 Budget
The Works Ministry aims to secure the highest development funding among ministries in Malaysia's 2027 budget to boost infrastructure projects nationwide.
-
Singapore to face seven-time champions Thailand in 2026 ASEAN Championship semi-finals
Singapore's football team will play Thailand in two-legged ASEAN Championship semi-finals on August 15 and 18.
-
Ipswich Town sign Serbian midfielder Sasa Lukic from Fulham on contract until 2030
Ipswich Town signed 29-year-old Serbian midfielder Sasa Lukic from Fulham on August 8, 2026, on a contract running to 2030.
-
Penang Pakatan Harapan to Keep Barisan Nasional Exco Until Next General Election
Penang Pakatan Harapan has decided to retain Barisan Nasional's state executive councillor until the next general election, following their 2023 electoral pact.
-
Unidentified Drone Explodes Near Trans-Balkan Gas Pipeline at Bulgaria-Romania Border
An unidentified drone exploded near Bulgaria's Trans-Balkan gas pipeline on August 8, entering from Romania with no casualties reported.
-
Singapore PM Wong to unveil detailed family support plans at National Day Rally
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will announce government plans to support families and reduce child-raising costs on August 23 at the National Day Rally.
-
Red Sox beat Athletics 13-1 with Payton Tolle's 14 strikeouts, extend winning streak to 9 games
On August 8, 2026, the Boston Red Sox defeated the Oakland Athletics 13-1 at Fenway Park, led by Payton Tolle's 14 strikeouts over six innings.
-
Malaysia allocates RM4.06 billion to Sabah for rural water supply projects
The federal government has allocated RM4.06 billion to Sabah to improve clean water supply in rural areas, with the state government managing the projects.