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Windows 8 development used 'modern' as placeholder codename for new interface
During Windows 8 development, Microsoft named the new user interface the 'modern experience' and used 'Mo' prefixes for component codenames.
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Armed group abducts up to 600 worshippers in mosque attack in Niger State, Nigeria
An armed group kidnapped around 600 worshippers in a mosque attack during Friday prayers in Dekera village, Niger State, on August 21, 2026.
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CD Projekt Red to release free remaster of The Witcher 3 on September 29, 2026
CD Projekt Red will launch a free remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on September 29 for all base game owners worldwide.
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Paradox Interactive announces Afterworld, a post-apocalyptic grand strategy game set in North America
Paradox Interactive revealed Afterworld, a new post-apocalyptic grand strategy game set in North America, during Gamescom on August 25, 2026.
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Emilio Gay scores 57 on England Test debut against New Zealand at Lord's
Emilio Gay scored a half-century on debut as England took a strong position vs New Zealand in the Lord's Test on day two.
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Bondi attack hero Ahmed al-Ahmed charged with assault and stalking of father
Ahmed al-Ahmed, who disarmed a shooter in the 2025 Bondi Beach attack, faces assault charges over an incident with his father.
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Paradox Interactive and Iceflake Studios announce Lego Skylines, a new Lego-themed city builder
Paradox Interactive and Iceflake Studios announced Lego Skylines, a Lego-themed city builder game, at Gamescom 2026.
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Ubisoft announces Rainbow Six Tactics, first single-player Rainbow Six game since 2008
Ubisoft announced Rainbow Six Tactics, a turn-based single-player tactics game set in the Siege universe, with a 2027 release planned.
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Over 15 Firms Submit Bids Exceeding ¥1 Trillion for Fuji Media’s Real Estate Unit
Fuji Media Holdings received more than 15 bids last month for its Sankei Building, with offers surpassing ¥1 trillion, well above earlier estimates.
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Syrian Democratic Forces dissolve after integration with Damascus government
The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces officially ended as an independent force following their integration into Syria’s military on 25 August 2026.
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Australian women allege sexual assault by Israeli forces after Gaza flotilla detention
Eleven Australians detained by Israeli forces after attempting to aid Gaza allege sexual assault and abuse, with Australian government condemning treatment.
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Key contenders for 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot revealed ahead of expanded tournament
Former winners Mbappé, Kane, and Rodríguez, along with stars like Haaland and Messi, are favourites for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot.
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US, Canada, and Mexico to jointly host 2026 FIFA World Cup with 48 teams
The United States, Canada, and Mexico will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 stadiums.
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Iran and Oman agree on temporary transit corridor and joint mine-clearing in Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman held talks on August 25 to establish a temporary transit corridor and mine-clearing project in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions.
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Country music legend Dolly Parton dies at 80 in Nashville
Dolly Parton, iconic American country singer and philanthropist, died at age 80, her family announced on August 25.
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SoftBank-backed PayPay to enter life insurance by acquiring T&D Financial Life Insurance
PayPay will acquire 70.2% of T&D Financial Life Insurance and enter the life insurance market by October 2027.
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UK to challenge EU steel import quota cuts ahead of July 2026 implementation
The UK will contest the EU’s planned 47% cut in tariff-free steel imports as both prepare new quotas starting July 1, 2026.
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Federal judge denies Ghislaine Maxwell’s bid to overturn sex trafficking conviction
US District Judge Paul Engelmayer rejected Ghislaine Maxwell’s petition to overturn her 2021 sex trafficking conviction linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 unveils Witcher 3 expansion and Final Fantasy VII Revelation release window
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 launched in Cologne with major announcements including a Witcher 3 expansion and Final Fantasy VII Revelation due in spring 2027.
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Global Airlines Face Fuel Cost Surge and Operational Strains at 2026 IATA Summit
Airline executives met June 6-8 in Rio as Iran war drives fuel costs up and disrupts global air traffic.
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Manchester United signs Carlos Baleba from Brighton for £70 million
Manchester United signed midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton on a five-year deal worth up to £70 million.
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Shohei Ohtani dominates as Dodgers beat Diamondbacks 7-0 in Phoenix
Shohei Ohtani pitched six scoreless innings and hit 3-for-4 to lead the Dodgers over the Diamondbacks 7-0.
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Nintendo raises Switch 2 price to $499.99 and launches new Mario Kart World and Sports Resort bundles
Nintendo will raise the Switch 2 price by $50 on September 1, 2026, and release new game bundles in late September and October.
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Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents die of measles amid largest US outbreak in decades
Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, died of measles—the first US deaths in 2026 amid a major outbreak.