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Strait of Hormuz Closure and Asia Heat Wave Drive Global LNG Prices Higher
Nearly three months of Strait of Hormuz closure and a scorching Asian summer fueled by El Nino risk are pushing global LNG prices up amid tightening supply.
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China launches major crackdown on illicit cross-border stock trading, sparking sell-offs
China imposed heavy fines on brokers and tightened controls on cross-border stock trading on May 22, triggering sharp market declines and investor sell-offs.
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Anwar Ibrahim mandates Saifuddin Nasution to perform PKR deputy president duties
PKR president Anwar Ibrahim gave Saifuddin Nasution full mandate to act as deputy president amid Nurul Izzah's temporary leave.
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Hamas delegation meets Egyptian officials to discuss Gaza ceasefire and Trump's Gaza plan amid Israeli rejection
A high-level Hamas delegation met Egyptian intelligence officials in Cairo on August 15-16 to discuss Gaza ceasefire and Trump's 15-point Gaza plan amid Israeli refusal to withdraw.
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Pacific Channel Acquires Engie Factory Asia-Pacific and Its Climate-Tech Portfolio
New Zealand venture capital firm Pacific Channel acquired Engie Factory Asia-Pacific and its portfolio of climate-tech ventures, deal terms undisclosed.
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Russia and Ukraine exchange heavy drone and missile strikes with casualties and damage
Russia launched overnight airstrikes killing two at a Kryvyi Rih steel plant, while Ukraine hit a Moscow warehouse, killing at least one person.
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Bangladesh secure historic first Test win in Australia with nine-wicket victory
Bangladesh defeated Australia by nine wickets in the first Test in Darwin, completing the match on day four.
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NY Giants QB Jaxson Dart Draws Controversy for Introducing Trump at NY Rally
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart introduced former President Donald Trump at a rally in Suffern, NY, sparking reactions from teammates and media.
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About 1,500 ships stranded near Strait of Hormuz await reopening deal completion
Nearly 1,500 ships stuck in the Persian Gulf await protocols to resume passage as US and Iran near a reopening deal for the Strait of Hormuz.
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Toronto Celebrates Multiculturalism with World Cup Trophy Unveiling and Upcoming Matches
Toronto unveiled the World Cup trophy May 25, drawing hundreds ahead of hosting six matches in the 2026 tournament.
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Sennheiser launches Momentum 5 Wireless headphones with enhanced ANC and replaceable battery
Sennheiser released its Momentum 5 Wireless headphones featuring upgraded noise cancellation and a user-replaceable battery starting June 30, 2023.
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Wander Franco found criminally responsible for sexual abuse but exempted from prison sentence
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was found criminally responsible for sexual abuse of a minor but will not serve prison time due to a judicial pardon.
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Bangladesh PM Rahman will not visit India until Sheikh Hasina is extradited
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman said he will not visit India until New Delhi extradites former premier Sheikh Hasina.
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Belgium's largest wildfire burns 3,000 hectares near German border
A wildfire in Belgium's High Fens reserve has burned 3,000 hectares since August 14, forcing 600 evacuations near the German border.
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Mike D'Antoni inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame, recalls 'Linsanity' as career highlight
Mike D'Antoni was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on August 16, 2026, citing the 'Linsanity' period as his most memorable coaching moment.
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Flood and landslide in rural Spain kill two elderly women, injure two babies
A flood and landslide on August 15 in Manzanedo de Valdueza, Spain, killed two elderly women and injured two babies amid storm warnings across seven regions.
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Alex Garland's Elden Ring Movie Films at Conwy Castle with Familiar Characters Seen
Filming for Alex Garland's Elden Ring movie is underway at Conwy Castle in North Wales, featuring characters resembling early game enemies.
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Seashell-Shaped Fossil Found 500 km Inland in Saudi Arabia’s Alghat Desert
Researchers discovered a fossil resembling a seashell in the Alghat desert, about 500 km from Saudi Arabia's coast, suggesting ancient marine presence.
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Matteo Berrettini wins first French Open match since 2021 after long injury struggles
Matteo Berrettini defeated Marton Fucsovics at the 2026 French Open, marking his comeback in Grand Slam tennis after multiple injuries.
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LaGuardia Airport debuts AI hologram assistant Bridget at Terminal B
LaGuardia Airport launched Bridget, a life-sized AI hologram assistant, to help travelers navigate Terminal B in English and Spanish.
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Kid Rock Delivers Memorial Day Tribute from Inside Pentagon Highlighting Military Service
Kid Rock delivered a Memorial Day message from the Pentagon, honoring fallen US service members and sharing a patriotic message.
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Johor MB Onn Hafiz apologises to UMNO chief Zahid after royal counsel urged reconciliation
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi apologised to UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi after royal advice following GE15 calls for Zahid’s resignation.
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England women beat New Zealand by seven wickets to win T20 series 2-1
England won the third T20 international against New Zealand by seven wickets to clinch the series 2-1 in Hove on May 24.
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Antonelli names Ferrari main threat ahead of Monaco Grand Prix
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli sees Ferrari as the main rival at the Monaco Grand Prix after four straight wins in 2026.