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Hospital Tunku Azizah welcomes 10-12 babies born on Malaysia's 69th National Day
Hospital Tunku Azizah welcomed 10 to 12 babies born between midnight and noon on August 31, 2026, marking Malaysia's 69th National Day.
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Bank of England Governor warns advanced AI risks financial stability ahead of G20 meeting
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warned G20 leaders about risks posed by advanced AI to global financial stability and called for global coordination.
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Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez Blames Russia and Israel for Disinformation in Ceuta Migrant Crisis
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez accused Russia and Israel of spreading disinformation during July's Ceuta migrant surge and denied Moroccan involvement.
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UN committee says countries legally must consider reparations for transatlantic slave trade
The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination ruled countries are legally obligated to consider reparations for harms from the transatlantic slave trade.
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US and Iran exchange military strikes in Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
The US launched airstrikes on Iranian positions in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Iranian missile and drone retaliations targeting US bases.
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Japan requests record 8.9 trillion yen defense budget for fiscal 2027 focused on AI and hypersonic missiles
Japan’s Defence Ministry submitted a record 8.9 trillion yen budget request emphasizing AI, drones, and advanced weapons for fiscal year 2027.
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Anti-immigrant riots erupt in Belfast after Sudanese refugee stabs man
A 30-year-old Sudanese refugee was charged with attempted murder after a knife attack in Belfast that sparked violent anti-immigrant riots.
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Applied Materials opens $500 million manufacturing campus in Singapore to meet AI chip demand
Applied Materials opened a $500 million manufacturing and R&D campus in Tampines, Singapore to address rising AI-driven semiconductor equipment demand.
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NParks investigates staff member for handling snake on Mandai Trail in May 2026
NParks is investigating a staff member linked to a May 26 snake handling incident on Mandai Trail, where wildlife handling is illegal without approval.
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Chinese property stocks plunge after new presale mortgage rules take effect
Shares of Chinese property developers fell sharply on August 31 after new rules barred mortgages before project completion.
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Monetary Authority of Singapore commits S$220 million to fintech innovation and talent development
The Monetary Authority of Singapore announced a S$220 million investment in its fourth Financial Sector Technology and Innovation scheme to boost fintech from 2026 to 2029.
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Sofia Kenin beats Venus Williams in US Open's latest-ever women's start
Sofia Kenin defeated Venus Williams 6-2, 7-6(6) in a US Open first-round match that began at 12:13 a.m., the latest start in tournament history.
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Overnight Train Services Suspended at JB Sentral for RTS Link Construction
Two train services at JB Sentral will be suspended overnight to allow construction of the RTS Link pedestrian over bridge.
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South Korea’s Unification Church leader Han Hak-ja sentenced to two years for bribery
Han Hak-ja, 83, was sentenced to two years in prison for bribery and political funding offenses involving former first lady Kim Keon-hee.
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LIV Golf may file for bankruptcy protection in early September 2026
LIV Golf plans to file for bankruptcy protection in the week of September 7, 2026, amid funding cuts from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
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100,000 Young Malaysians Get Three Months Free Access to ILMUchat Pro AI Assistant
Starting August 31, Malaysians aged 18-30 can access three months free ILMUchat Pro AI assistant by completing courses on Rakyat Digital.
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SK Hynix studies joint venture to build memory chip plant in Japan amid AI demand
SK Hynix is exploring a joint venture to build a memory chip plant in Japan to meet AI-driven demand and control costs.
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China's factory activity contracts for second month with PMI at 49.8 in August 2026
China's manufacturing PMI rose to 49.8 in August 2026 but stayed below 50, signaling ongoing contraction in factory activity.
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Global markets react to Fed hawkishness, Middle East tensions, and oil surge
Fed Chair Warsh’s hawkish comments and US-Iran conflict pushed oil above $90 and hit Asian stocks ahead of a likely September rate hike.
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Malaysia holds 69th National Day parade with over 100,000 attendees in Putrajaya
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim led Malaysia’s 69th National Day parade at Dataran Putrajaya, unveiling fuel quota increases and calling for unity.
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Shein CEO Sky Xu’s net worth falls $15 billion as IPO valuation drops
Shein will list in Hong Kong on September 1 at a valuation just over $25 billion, down from $100 billion in 2022, cutting CEO Sky Xu's wealth by $15 billion.
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Singapore to host 2027 Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championships; new Pokémon movie announced
Singapore will host the 2027 Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championships, with details unveiled during the 2026 closing ceremonies.
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Fed Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole Speech Raises Odds of September Rate Hike
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s hawkish Jackson Hole speech boosted market expectations for a September rate hike.
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Singapore releases RIE2025 report and unveils S$37 billion RIE2030 research plan
Singapore’s National Research Foundation published the RIE2025 report and announced a S$37 billion RIE2030 research investment plan on August 31, 2026.