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Netanyahu Rejects Trump's 15-Point Gaza Disarmament Plan, Demands Full Hamas Disarmament First
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan on August 9, 2026, insisting Israel will not withdraw troops before Hamas disarms.
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Singapore Exchange launches US Depository Receipts for Grab, Sea, and SpaceX
SGX launched Singapore Depository Receipts for Grab, Sea, and SpaceX on July 22, letting investors buy US shares locally in Singapore dollars.
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Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission arrests Sabah NGO president and two officials over RM7 million misappropriation
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission arrested the Sabah NGO president and two officials on July 21 over alleged RM7 million misappropriation.
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Flash floods in Nuristan, Afghanistan kill 23 and leave about 100 missing
At least 23 people died and around 100 remain missing after flash floods struck Nuristan province on July 20, 2026.
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Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers hospitalized after collapsing during practice
New York Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers collapsed during Tuesday practice and was taken to hospital for evaluation.
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Only Seven PlayStation Games Sell Over 100,000 Physical Copies in US in 2026 amid Sony Disc Production Plans
Sony plans to end physical disc production for new PlayStation games by 2028 as only seven titles sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year.
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All 19 members of Indonesian baby trafficking ring sentenced to prison
Indonesian court sentenced 19 members of a baby trafficking syndicate, including mastermind Lie Siu Luan, to prison for smuggling infants to Singapore and domestic sales.
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59-year-old man dies after fight with neighbour in Lengkok Bahru; suspect charged with murder
A 59-year-old man died after a fight with his neighbour at Block 55 Lengkok Bahru on July 20; the neighbour was charged with murder two days later.
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Deputy PM Zahid denies BN-PN-GPS-GRS meeting, affirms unity govt support amid Negri Sembilan polls
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi denied an alleged multi-party meeting and reaffirmed Barisan Nasional’s support for the Unity Government during the Negri Sembilan election campaign.
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UN report details Myanmar military's escalating aerial attacks and human rights abuses
UN investigators report Myanmar military intensified deliberate attacks on civilians and ongoing war crimes since February 2021 coup.
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7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes western Colombia, kills at least 126 and injures over 1400
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit near San José del Palmar, Colombia, on August 10, causing significant casualties and damage across the region.
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Azam Baki denies role in RM178.29 million contract awarded to brother-linked firm
Former MACC chief Azam Baki denied involvement in a RM178.29 million contract awarded to a company linked to his brother.
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Goldman Sachs Sees Brent Crude Surging Above $120 if Hormuz Disruptions Continue
Goldman Sachs analysts warned Brent crude could exceed $120 per barrel in Q4 2026 if Strait of Hormuz disruptions persist.
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Ant International Raises $1.2 Billion in Series A to Expand Global Financial Services
Ant International raised $1.2 billion in a Series A round to boost its cross-border payment and financial services worldwide.
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South Korean Retail Investors’ Leveraged Products Surge to 3.3 Trillion Won Amid Volatility Concerns
Holdings in leveraged contracts-for-difference products by South Korean retail investors rose nearly two-thirds to 3.3 trillion won, sparking market volatility concerns.
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Barnaby Joyce interrupts live ABC interview to yell at dog during political questions
Barnaby Joyce shouted at his barking dog during a live ABC interview while discussing Pauline Hanson's controversial UK meeting, then apologized for the disruption.
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US Judge Approves Anthropic’s $1.5 Billion Copyright Settlement with Authors
A federal judge in San Francisco approved Anthropic’s $1.5 billion settlement over copyright claims involving pirated books used to train its AI chatbot Claude.
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UK Prime Minister Burnham names Kanishka Narayan as first cabinet-level AI minister
Andy Burnham appointed Kanishka Narayan as the UK's first cabinet-level minister for artificial intelligence on July 20, 2026.
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Moroccan-born man dies during police restraint in Bologna, triggering protests
Abderrahim Fakir, 42, died while being restrained by police in Bologna on July 19, sparking protests and a manslaughter probe.
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Venezuela and Israel Resume Consular Services After 17-Year Break
Venezuela and Israel agreed on August 11, 2026, to restore consular services following a diplomatic break since 2009.
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Notah Begay III named 2026 recipient of PGA Tour Payne Stewart Award
Notah Begay III was named the 2026 recipient of the Payne Stewart Award for character, charity, and sportsmanship.
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Chess champion Judit Polgar declines Hungary presidential nomination
Judit Polgar rejected Hungarian PM Peter Magyar’s offer to become president, citing lack of strength for the role.
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Italy holds brief talks with Pep Guardiola for national team head coach role
The Italian Football Federation spoke briefly with Pep Guardiola in July about becoming Italy’s next head coach after Gennaro Gattuso’s April resignation.
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Mount Etna eruptions disrupt over 1,350 flights, Catania airport reopens on August 15
Renewed eruptions of Mount Etna since August 6 caused widespread flight disruptions at Sicily’s Catania airport and Malta International Airport, with Catania reopening today.