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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.
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Royal Commission report reveals Tabung Haji management failures and prompts investigations
The Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, published July 29, 2026, exposed management flaws from 2014-2020, triggering calls for thorough probes and reforms.
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Disney's live-action Moana remake faces harsh reviews and weak box office forecast
Disney released its live-action Moana remake on July 10, 2026, to mostly negative reviews and disappointing box office projections.
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Bethesda union workers protest Xbox layoffs hitting 440 employees
Bethesda Game Studios union workers held protests on July 15 against Xbox layoffs affecting 440 union jobs.
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Ostapenko and Arevalo win Wimbledon mixed doubles title after comeback
Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko and El Salvador's Marcelo Arevalo won the 2026 Wimbledon mixed doubles title on July 9, coming from a set down to claim victory.
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Google launches AI disclosure labels for ads on Search, YouTube, and Discover
Google has added AI-generated content disclosures to ads in its My Ad Center on Search, YouTube, and Discover.
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Crystal Palace sign Spain defender Oscar Mingueza on four-year deal
Crystal Palace have signed Spain defender Oscar Mingueza from Celta Vigo on a four-year contract, pending international clearance.
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Microsoft's carbon emissions rose 25% in 2025 due to AI data center growth
Microsoft's greenhouse gas emissions increased 25% in 2025, driven by AI infrastructure expansion and changes in renewable energy purchases.
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Los Angeles Dodgers to visit White House on July 23 to celebrate 2025 title
The Los Angeles Dodgers will visit the White House on July 23, 2026, to celebrate their 2025 World Series championship.
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Conor McGregor returns after five years to fight Max Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas
Conor McGregor will face Max Holloway in a welterweight rematch at UFC 329 on July 12, 2026, in Las Vegas.
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Brentford sign former England striker Callum Wilson on one-year deal
Brentford have signed 34-year-old striker Callum Wilson on a 12-month contract after his West Ham exit.
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Godzilla Minus Zero trailer shows nuclear strike plan against Godzilla in 1949 Japan
The new Godzilla Minus Zero teaser reveals officials planning thermonuclear weapons to repel Godzilla in postwar Japan.
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OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 models with 54% token efficiency gain in coding tasks
OpenAI released GPT-5.6 Sol, Terra, and Luna models, improving token efficiency by 54% on agentic coding tasks.
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Top NBA Draft Picks AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson Face Off at Summer League Opener
No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa led the Wizards to a 92-88 win over No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson's Jazz in the 2026 NBA Summer League opener.
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Greek F-16 crash-lands at Zakynthos airport causing fire and runway closure
A Hellenic Air Force F-16 fighter jet crash-landed at Zakynthos airport on July 9, causing fire and runway closure with flights diverted.
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24-year-old man killed by lightning strike at Pasir Ris Beach despite distant storm clouds
A lightning strike killed a 24-year-old man paddleboarding off Pasir Ris Beach on July 5 while the main thunderstorm cloud was several kilometres away.