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Syria and Israel hold US-mediated talks in Jordan to ease tensions after strikes
On August 23, 2026, Syria and Israel met in US-mediated talks in Jordan to ease tensions and discuss security agreements following Israeli strikes on Syrian territory.
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South Korean harassment survivor campaigns for workplace transparency and legal reform
Baek Song-yi, a South Korean survivor of workplace harassment, is campaigning for laws to restrict nondisclosure agreements and mandate victim notification of disciplinary action.
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Macron Hosts Saudi Crown Prince in Paris for Esports Event and Middle East Talks
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Paris for a two-day visit starting August 23, 2026.
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Woman jailed 4 months and ordered to pay compensation for assaulting domestic helper in Marsiling
Hasnah Hashim was sentenced to 4 months in jail and ordered to pay S$5,000 after assaulting her Indonesian domestic helper in 2024.
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Man to be charged for assaulting bus passenger over Israeli emblem cap in Sengkang
A 30-year-old man allegedly assaulted a 55-year-old bus passenger after snatching his Israeli emblem cap in Sengkang on October 27, 2025.
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Frenchman reverses SUV into Sydney’s Archibald Fountain while eating McDonald’s
A 21-year-old Frenchman crashed his SUV into Sydney’s Archibald Fountain on June 3 while eating McDonald’s, police said.
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Typhoon Jangmi hits western Japan causing injuries and flight disruptions
Typhoon Jangmi made landfall in Wakayama Prefecture on June 3, causing injuries, damage, and flight cancellations in Japan.
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Opening of JR's Pont Neuf Installation Postponed After Damage to Inflatable Structure
The June 6 opening of JR's inflatable art installation on Paris's Pont Neuf bridge was delayed due to damage to the structure.
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US Secretary Rubio urges Iran nuclear curbs, reopening of Strait of Hormuz amid conflict
Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged a deal requiring Iran to sharply limit its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz before sanctions relief.
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Indonesia’s President Prabowo sacks National Nutrition Agency chief over food poisoning and corruption
President Prabowo Subianto removed Dadan Hindayana as head of the National Nutrition Agency amid food poisoning and corruption probes in the free school meals programme.
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Former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra granted royal pardon, set for full release
Thaksin Shinawatra will be fully released under a royal pardon effective June 3, 2026, ending his remaining sentence early.
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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visits Singapore to boost bilateral ties and regional cooperation
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Singapore on June 2 to discuss expanded cooperation and regional issues with Singaporean leaders.
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Norway pledges $9.2 billion aid to Ukraine for 2027, matching 2026 support
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere announced 85 billion krone in aid to Ukraine for 2027 during a Kyiv visit today.
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Singapore Studies Undersea Tunnel Linking Mainland to Pulau Tekong
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced feasibility studies for undersea tunnels connecting Pulau Tekong to Singapore's mainland.
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Singapore raises income ceilings for BTO flats and executive condominiums to widen access
Singapore raised income ceilings for Build-To-Order flats and executive condominiums starting August 24, 2026.
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Singapore unveils new Child Support Package providing nearly S$70,000 per child by age 17
Singapore announced a new Child Support Package offering almost S$70,000 in government aid per child from birth to age 17.
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PM Lawrence Wong addresses US tariffs, autonomous vehicles, and population policies at National Day Rally
Singapore's PM Lawrence Wong addressed US tariff hikes, tech-driven transport shifts, and population management during the 2026 National Day Rally.
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Singapore plans stricter social media safeguards; New Zealand to ban under-16 users
Singapore and New Zealand announced tighter social media regulations to protect teens, including possible age increases and outright bans for younger users.
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US and NATO to conduct scaled-down BALTOPS naval exercises in Baltic Sea in June 2026
The US and NATO will hold the BALTOPS naval exercise in the Baltic Sea from June 4 to 20 with about 20 vessels and 6,000 personnel, half the size of last year.
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Syria expects security talks with Israel to resume soon despite deep mistrust
Syria said it expects security agreement talks with Israel to resume soon despite no current trust between the two sides.
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Singapore lifts cap on dialect film screenings if Mandarin-dubbed versions are available
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced on August 23 that restrictions on dialect film screenings will be eased if Mandarin-dubbed versions exist.
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Swedish diplomat Carl Skau named acting head of UN World Food Programme
Carl Skau has become acting executive director of the UN World Food Programme, succeeding Cindy McCain who resigned in February 2026.
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Kremlin says Ukraine war shifts to new phase amid alleged 'acts of terror' by Kyiv
The Kremlin on June 2 declared the Ukraine war in a 'different paradigm' citing alleged terror acts by Kyiv after deadly Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities.
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Israel Carries Out Multiple Airstrikes in Southern Syria Near Damascus Amid Rising Tensions
Israel launched two airstrikes on Syrian territory within a week, including a drone strike near Damascus injuring civilians on August 22, 2026.