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Nauru officially renames itself Republic of Naoero, restoring indigenous name
Nauru’s parliament passed a constitutional amendment in May 2026, officially changing the nation’s name to Republic of Naoero.
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Tokyo's core inflation rises 1.9% in July, boosting rate hike expectations for Bank of Japan
Tokyo's core consumer price index rose 1.9% year-on-year in July, exceeding forecasts and raising rate hike expectations for the Bank of Japan.
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Father of Georgia school shooter sentenced to 15 years for role in 2024 attack
Colin Gray was sentenced to 15 years in prison for second-degree murder linked to his son’s 2024 school shooting in Georgia.
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Chinese yuan hits strongest level against US dollar since February 2023 in late July 2026
The Chinese yuan climbed to around 6.75 per US dollar at the end of July 2026, its highest since February 2023, amid signals from the People's Bank of China to moderate gains.
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Germany records nearly 10,000 heat-related deaths by mid-July 2026
Germany reported nearly 10,000 heat-related deaths by July 19, surpassing previous annual records amid severe summer heatwaves.
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Chinese anti-Japanese FPS game 'The Resisters' draws praise and critiques in early demos
Hangzhou Haotang Technology released demo of 'The Resisters', a WWII-era FPS with strong story and historical focus, drawing mixed player reviews in China and abroad.
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Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji Dies at Age 97 or 98 in Beijing
Zhu Rongji, former Chinese premier known for economic reforms and warnings on Taiwan independence, died August 12 in Beijing at 97 or 98.
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China Surpasses US in Open-Source AI Model Downloads Amid US Strategy Shift
China led global downloads of free open-source AI models in 2025 while the US seeks new strategies to compete, officials say.
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Qualcomm to raise chip prices by double digits starting September 1 amid cost pressures
Qualcomm will increase chip prices by double-digit percentages beginning September 1 due to rising supply chain costs.
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BMW to cut 8,000 jobs globally by end of 2027 amid market challenges
BMW plans to reduce about 8,000 jobs, mainly in Germany, by the end of 2027 to lower costs amid electric vehicle losses and market pressure.
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Two Hong Kong independent bookstores announce closure after police raids over seditious material
Police raided two Hong Kong bookstores in July 2026, arresting five over seditious items; both stores announced closures.
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Iran to Receive Up to 400 Chinese Shoulder-Fired Missile Systems Within Weeks
Iran is set to receive up to 400 Chinese-made man-portable air defense missile launchers in the coming weeks, valued at $60-70 million.
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Shein discloses FTC probe into U.S. business ahead of Hong Kong IPO
Shein revealed its U.S. operations are under Federal Trade Commission investigation, risking financial setbacks before its planned Hong Kong IPO.
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Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus vows to build on Apple TV's entertainment momentum
John Ternus, Apple’s incoming CEO, commits to expanding Apple TV’s original content and streaming growth after taking charge in September 2026.
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China’s COMAC C919 completes first scheduled international flight to Mongolia
China's COMAC C919 jet flew its first scheduled international commercial route from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar on August 12, 2026.
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Families of Chinese MH370 passengers appeal Beijing court ruling seeking answers
Relatives of Chinese passengers on Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 appealed a Beijing court ruling on July 28, 2026, demanding factual clarity and rejecting compensation alone.
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OPEC+ to Pause Oil Production Increases After September Amid Iran Conflict Impact
OPEC+ will halt further oil production quota hikes after a 188,000 bpd rise in September 2026 due to supply risks from the Iran war.
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Origin Energy data breach exposes details of 900,000 customers
Origin Energy disclosed a data breach affecting about 900,000 current and former customers, including personal and partial financial information.
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Opec lowers 2026 global oil demand growth forecast amid Middle East supply disruptions
Opec cut its 2026 oil demand growth forecast to 580,000 b/d while the IEA predicts a 1.6 million b/d demand decline amid Middle East conflict disruptions.
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Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji dies at 97 in Beijing
Zhu Rongji, China’s premier from 1998 to 2003 and key economic reformer, died on August 12 in Beijing at age 97.
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Chinese Biotech Surpasses AI as Top Emerging Market Growth Sector
Chinese biotech stocks surged as investors shifted away from AI amid tech sell-offs in July 2026.
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Flash flood in Gansu kills 10, injures 23 at popular tourist site
A flash flood hit Shuangshimen Scenic Area in Gansu, China, on July 26, killing 10 and injuring 23 visitors.
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Typhoon Noul Hits Southern China Causing Major Evacuations and Travel Disruptions
Typhoon Noul made landfall in Huizhou, Guangdong, on Sunday, prompting evacuations of over 700,000 and grounding more than 1,000 flights.
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Shanghai Jiao Tong University investigates 2025 death of girl in gene-editing trial
Shanghai Jiao Tong University is probing a six-year-old girl's 2025 death after experimental gene-editing treatment for a rare genetic disorder.