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Iranian parliament approves bill criminalizing interviews with hostile foreign media
Iran's parliament approved a bill on August 16 criminalizing interviews with media deemed hostile, including U.S. and Israeli outlets
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Israeli airstrikes kill at least 11 in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah attack
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 11 people in southern Lebanon on August 15 after a Hezbollah attack wounded three Israeli soldiers.
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Houston Astros throw combined no-hitter against Texas Rangers
Astros pitchers Imai, Okert, and Santa combined for a 9-0 no-hitter over the Rangers at Globe Life Field on Monday.
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Oliver Glasner to manage Crystal Palace last time in Europa Conference final May 27
Oliver Glasner will lead Crystal Palace for his final match on May 27 in the Europa Conference League final against Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig, Germany.
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Severe Weather Cuts Alphonso Mango Crop by Up to 90% in Maharashtra's Devgad Region
A government survey found Maharashtra’s Alphonso mango production in Devgad dropped 85-90% in 2026 due to adverse weather conditions.
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Canada extends Jesse Marsch's contract through 2030 World Cup
Canada Soccer signed coach Jesse Marsch to a four-year extension through the 2030 World Cup on May 25, 2026.
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Malaysia to prioritize Basic Rahmah Contribution programme in 2027 budget
Malaysia will continue prioritizing the Basic Rahmah Contribution (SARA) programme in 2027 to ease living costs for needy citizens.
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Arsenal beat Manchester City 3-0 to win 2026 Community Shield in Cardiff
Arsenal defeated Manchester City 3-0 at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium to claim the 2026 Community Shield on August 16, 2026.
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Germany records about 12,500 heat-related deaths during summer 2026
The Robert Koch Institute estimates nearly 12,500 deaths in Germany tied to high temperatures from April to August 2026.
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Mohamed Kudus ruled out of Ghana's 2026 World Cup squad with injury
Tottenham forward Mohamed Kudus will miss the 2026 World Cup after being excluded from Ghana's preliminary squad due to a quadriceps injury.
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Progress reported in US-Iran nuclear talks amid Israeli concerns and mixed signals
US-Iran nuclear negotiations show progress but remain uncertain as Israel seeks firm threat removal and Iran’s Supreme Leader issues tough rhetoric.
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Live Nation Malaysia warns BTS fans of fake concert tickets ahead of KL tour dates
Live Nation Malaysia cautioned BTS fans about online ticket scams for the upcoming Kuala Lumpur concert starting June 3, 2026.
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Quad Foreign Ministers to Meet in New Delhi on Energy, Leaders’ Summit Amid Middle East Tensions
Foreign ministers of Japan, Australia, India, and the US will meet May 26 in New Delhi to discuss energy security and prepare for a leaders’ summit.
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Sabah government vows firm action after fish bombing damages Pulau Selakan coral reefs
Sabah authorities detected fish bombing damage at Pulau Selakan reef and pledged stronger enforcement and legal action.
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South Korea fires warning shots as North Korean soldiers cross demilitarized zone line
South Korean forces fired warning shots last week after North Korean soldiers crossed the military demarcation line in the eastern DMZ sector.
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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.