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US Stocks Rally to Record Highs on Strong Earnings and Easing Oil Prices
US stock indexes soared Monday led by robust corporate earnings and a sharp drop in oil prices amid US-Iran Strait of Hormuz talks.
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White House finalizes voluntary AI cybersecurity framework but keeps details secret
The White House unveiled a voluntary AI cybersecurity framework requiring companies to share new models 30 days before release, but withheld key details after briefing industry leaders.
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Italian woman recovers €1 million lottery ticket after mistakenly discarding it as trash
An Italian woman won a €1 million lottery but threw away the ticket after a shop machine error and later recovered it from trash with help from waste staff.
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Teen Developer's $200 Joke Game Nets Nearly $1.4M on Steam Before Refunds
18-year-old Michael Major sold over 6,700 copies of a $200 joke game on Steam, earning nearly $1.4 million before refunds cut his net to $2,000.
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Investigation finds 2025 Eaton wildfire in Los Angeles caused by Southern California Edison tower arcing
Los Angeles County officials said electrical arcing from an out-of-service Southern California Edison tower caused the deadly 2025 Eaton wildfire.
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Former Neo-Nazi Joshua Bonehill-Paine Withdraws as Tory Candidate Amid Controversy
Joshua Bonehill-Paine, former neo-Nazi activist, withdrew as Conservative council candidate and accepted advisory role after backlash over his past convictions.
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Chelsea undecided on Mykhailo Mudryk's future after doping ban clearance
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says no decision has been made on Mykhailo Mudryk’s future after the winger was cleared to play again following a doping suspension.
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Ipswich Town sign Portuguese midfielder Florentino Luis from Burnley on five-year deal
Ipswich Town signed 26-year-old Portuguese midfielder Florentino Luis from Burnley on a five-year contract.
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Kennedy Center Board Votes to Reinstate Trump Name and Approve Two-Year Closure for Renovations
On August 13, 2026, the Kennedy Center board voted to add a Trump inscription to the building and close it for two years for renovations.
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Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi hits severe turbulence, injuring up to 17 onboard
An Air India Airbus A320 flight experienced severe turbulence causing injuries to up to 17 passengers and crew on August 4 during its Phuket-Delhi route.
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Herve Renard returns as Ivory Coast coach to lead 2027 AFCON bid
French coach Herve Renard was reappointed as Ivory Coast head coach on August 4, replacing Emerse Fae after the 2026 World Cup.
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New Jersey Sues Amazon for Antitrust Violations Over Delivery Contractors
New Jersey Attorney General sued Amazon on August 4, alleging abuse of buyer power over delivery contractors to suppress competition and harm workers.
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Anthony Taylor named director of elite refereeing at Turkish Football Federation
Former Premier League and World Cup referee Anthony Taylor was appointed director of elite refereeing at Turkey’s football federation in August 2026.
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Singapore removes three food products containing unauthorized medicinal substances
The Singapore Food Agency removed three food products found with unpermitted medicinal substances and ordered sellers to stop their sale.
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Michelin Guide Singapore 2026 awards 45 restaurants including 6 new one-stars and 2 new two-stars
The Michelin Guide Singapore 2026 awarded stars to 45 restaurants, including six new one-stars and two new two-stars.
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US Judge Blocks New York's Ban on ICE Officers Wearing Face Masks
Federal Judge Mae D’Agostino blocked New York’s law banning ICE officers from wearing face masks or hiding badges during federal operations.
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Houthi missile and drone strikes kill dozens of Yemeni government troops in Marib and Hadramout
Houthi rebels launched missile and drone attacks on Yemeni government camps on August 6, killing at least 30 troops and prompting retaliation.
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International Red Cross urges more aid as Sudan conflict worsens after 3 years
The International Federation of Red Cross called for increased humanitarian aid amid Sudan’s ongoing war causing mass displacement and deaths.
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Ariana Grande to Pause Public Appearances After September Tour Finale
Ariana Grande announced at her August 3 Chicago concert she will take a break from public appearances after her Eternal Sunshine Tour ends September 1 in London.
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Atlanta Falcons sign Bijan Robinson to record $75M running back extension
The Atlanta Falcons agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract extension with running back Bijan Robinson.
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Coventry City sign goalkeeper Carl Rushworth permanently from Brighton
Coventry City signed 25-year-old goalkeeper Carl Rushworth from Brighton after his key role in their Championship-winning loan season.
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Dewan Negara passes 12 Bills; Negeri Sembilan exco sworn in with governance focus
Dewan Negara passed 12 Bills after a 10-day session; Negeri Sembilan sworn in new State Executive Council on August 7, 2026.
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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Patch 1.0.6 Adds Blowpipe Hide Option and Bug Fixes
Ubisoft released patch 1.0.6 for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on August 4, adding a blowpipe hide option and multiple fixes.
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Russian Drone Injures Ukrainian Vendor in Kherson, Ukraine Calls It War Crime
A Russian drone attacked a 52-year-old street vendor in Kherson on August 4, prompting Ukraine to accuse Russia of war crimes.