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Russia confirms contact with Turkey over resale of S-400 missile systems
Russia's Kremlin confirmed ongoing talks with Turkey about potential resale of Turkey's Russian S-400 missile systems.
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Changi Airport opens satellite gate with aerobridges for remote stand flights
Changi Airport launched a two-storey satellite gate with two aerobridges in August 2026 to serve remote stand flights at Terminal 2.
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Manchester City signs goalkeeper Pierce Charles and loans him to QPR for 2026-27 season
Manchester City signed 20-year-old goalkeeper Pierce Charles from Sheffield Wednesday and immediately loaned him to QPR for the 2026-27 season.
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Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil tops 2026 Penang state honours list
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is the sole recipient of the Darjah Panglima Pangkuan Negeri in the 2026 Penang state honours.
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Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina to Return from Exile and Surrender in December
Sheikh Hasina, former Bangladesh prime minister, plans to return from exile in India and surrender despite a death sentence.
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17-year-old girl dies after falling from truck during France World Cup celebrations
A 17-year-old girl died after falling from a truck and being run over during celebrations of France's World Cup quarter-final win over Morocco.
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EAIC finds procedural lapses in citizenship approvals for seven naturalised Malaysian footballers
The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission identified procedural irregularities in seven footballers' citizenship applications and urged review by Malaysian authorities.
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Singapore marriages decline 6.2% in 2025 despite high marital happiness
Singapore reported 24,688 marriages in 2025, a 6.2% drop from 2024, while 95% of couples surveyed reported being happily married.
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UNESCO: 113 Countries Spend More on Debt Than Education, Urges Increased Funding
In 2025, UNESCO reported 113 developing countries spent more on debt repayment than education, calling for debt-for-education swaps to boost funding.
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Norwegian Air and British Airways Bet to Swap Instagram Logos If Their World Cup Team Wins
Norwegian Air Shuttle challenged British Airways to swap Instagram logos for a day if their teams win the Norway-England World Cup quarter-final.
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Selangor State Development Corporation denies RM103.69m losses and RM6.1bn debt claims
PKNS denied reports claiming losses of RM103.69 million and debts of RM6.1 billion, citing a stable financial rating by RAM Ratings.
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Jeff Bezos-led consortium nears deal to buy 30% stake in Liverpool FC
A consortium including Jeff Bezos is close to acquiring about a 30% stake in Liverpool FC for roughly £1.35 billion.
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Over 70% of Japan’s accommodations report labor shortages amid rising tourism
More than 70% of accommodation facilities in Japan face labor shortages as foreign visitor numbers hit 42.68 million in 2025.
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Bayeux Tapestry Arrives in London for First Time in Nearly 1,000 Years
The 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry arrived in London on July 10 for an exhibition at the British Museum.
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Two Men Remanded for Seven Days Over Murder at Sunway Mentari Hotel
Two men with criminal records were remanded for seven days over a murder at a hotel in Sunway Mentari, Petaling Jaya.
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Malaysia reports 34.8% rise in dengue cases with 34 deaths in 2026
Malaysia recorded 42,848 dengue cases and 34 deaths nationwide as of August 9, marking significant increases from 2025.
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Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim to launch AI avatar PMX AI for government service access
Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will debut PMX AI, an avatar mimicking his voice and look to assist citizens with public services.
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Singapore launches orientation and integration initiatives for foreign professionals
Singapore’s Alliance for Action on the Integration of Foreign Professionals unveiled programs to help Employment Pass holders integrate into society and workplaces.
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About 15 hectares of Maju Forest to be cleared for public housing in Clementi
HDB announced plans to clear 15 hectares of Maju Forest for new public housing while retaining 8 hectares as a wildlife refuge.
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Japan’s June corporate goods prices rise 7.1%, fastest pace since March 2023
Japan’s corporate goods price index rose 7.1% year-on-year in June 2026, led by surging energy and metal prices.
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Nobel-winning chemist Omar Yaghi joins Tsinghua University to lead AI materials science institute
Omar Yaghi left UC Berkeley to head a new AI-driven materials science institute at Tsinghua University in Beijing.
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North Korea to strengthen nuclear forces and expand military intelligence roles
North Korea announced plans to bolster its nuclear arsenal and enhance military intelligence after a key party meeting in early July 2026.
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Indonesian Islamic Council warns against cross-dressing in Independence Day events
Indonesia's Islamic Ulema Council cautioned men and women not to wear opposite-gender clothing during August 17 Independence Day celebrations.
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Singapore universities raise hostel fees by up to $80 monthly for 2026/2027 academic year
NUS, NTU and SMU have increased hostel fees between 5% and 9% for the 2026/2027 academic year, with some monthly hikes reaching about $80.