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BTS’s V reveals 30% hearing loss in right ear after two and a half years
BTS member V disclosed on August 12, 2026, that his right ear hearing is at 30% after worsening over two and a half years, including during military service.
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Perez Hilton Live-Streams Self-Harm on TikTok, Hospitalized for Treatment
Perez Hilton live-streamed self-harming by cutting himself on TikTok before emergency responders hospitalized him for urgent care.
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Hong Kong Cantopop Lyricist and Actor Peter Lai Dies at 76
Peter Lai, celebrated Hong Kong Cantopop lyricist and TVB actor, died at age 76 on August 5, 2026.
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Chongqing Becomes China’s Leading City for Motorbike Culture and Tourism
Chongqing has emerged as a motorbike hub, attracting tourists and social media fans with its thriving biker scene and industry.
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TWICE's Chaeyoung Leaves JYP Entertainment After 14 Years to Start Solo Career
Chaeyoung announced her departure from JYP Entertainment on August 13, 2026, while confirming she will continue TWICE activities and launch a solo career under 'LIL FANTASY'.
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Hong Kong veteran actor Patrick Tse dies at 89
Veteran Hong Kong actor Patrick Tse Yin died at age 89 after declining health, his family announced July 20.
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CORTIS member Keonho fractures both pinkies, limits choreography at July concerts
Seventeen-year-old CORTIS member Keonho fractured both little fingers and will perform with limited choreography at July 18-19 Incheon concerts.
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Hong Kong film producer Nansun Shi dies at 75
Veteran Hong Kong film producer Nansun Shi died at age 75 on July 13, 2026, due to immune complications and organ failure.
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TWICE's Jeongyeon Leaves JYP Entertainment After 11 Years, Joins Varo Entertainment
Jeongyeon announced her departure from JYP Entertainment on August 10, signing with Varo Entertainment while continuing TWICE activities.
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2026 Third Senior Health Industry Expo Opens in Taipei Showcasing Innovations in Elder Care
The 3rd Senior Health Industry Expo ran August 7-9 in Taipei, featuring multi-sector collaborations highlighting AI and integrated care for seniors.
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Former Child Actress Daveigh Chase Dies at 35 from AIDS, Coroner Confirms
Daveigh Chase, known for The Ring and Lilo & Stitch, died June 16 at 35; coroner attributed death to AIDS with drug use as a factor.
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Typhoon Dolphin strikes Okinawa and China's east coast, causing power outages and evacuations
Typhoon Dolphin hit Okinawa on Saturday, cutting power to over 44,000 buildings and injuring several, then made landfall Sunday in China's Zhejiang province prompting massive evacuations.
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Kim Soo-hyun returns after 16-month hiatus in new BENCH campaign
Actor Kim Soo-hyun ended a 16-month break and resumed activities with Philippine brand BENCH on August 2, 2026.
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150-Year-Overdue Book Returned to Kiama Library with Historic Fine of A$28,000
A rare 1858 book was returned about 150 years late to Kiama Library in Australia, incurring an estimated fine of A$28,000 under original rules.
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Seoul's AI system on Han River bridges raises suicide rescue rate to over 99%
Since 2021, Seoul's AI surveillance on Han River bridges has raised suicide rescue success to more than 99%.
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European tourists shift to northern cities as 2026 heatwaves push temps to 40°C
Recurrent 2026 European heatwaves have driven holidaymakers to cooler northern destinations like Stockholm and Copenhagen.
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South Korea Records Highest Temperature in Over a Century Amid Severe Heatwave
Yangsan hit 42.5°C on August 2, breaking a 122-year record amid a heatwave that disrupted daily life and killed 23 people nationwide.
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Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' premieres, sparking new interest in Homer’s epic
Christopher Nolan released 'The Odyssey', starring Matt Damon, reigniting US youth interest in Homer’s ancient Greek tale.
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Tokyo Disney Resort to raise maximum entrance fees starting October 2026
Tokyo Disney Resort will increase maximum ticket prices by up to 1,500 yen starting October 2026, the first rise since 2023.
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Over 20 countries impose or plan social media age restrictions for minors worldwide
More than 20 countries have implemented or proposed social media restrictions for users aged 15 or 16 and under.
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BIGBANG Announces 20th Anniversary World Tour with Singapore and Taiwan Concerts
K-pop group BIGBANG will launch their 2026-2027 world tour with concerts in Singapore and Taiwan as part of 33 shows in 19 cities worldwide.
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K-pop girl group NewJeans marks 4th anniversary with four-member comeback
NewJeans celebrated their fourth anniversary with four members, excluding Danielle after her contract termination last year.
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Australia confirms first H5N1 bird flu case in native seabird in South Australia
Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a native greater crested tern found near Robe, South Australia.
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Argentina flight instructor jumps midair, student pilot lands plane safely
A 42-year-old instructor jumped mid-flight in Argentina, leaving a 22-year-old student to land the plane safely alone.