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Strong El Nino Drives 2026 Toward Hottest Year on Record Globally
A powerful El Nino that began in June has raised the chance that 2026 will become the world’s hottest year, surpassing 2024.
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Apple alerts users in 110 countries of mercenary spyware targeting on August 13
Apple sent push notifications on August 13 to users in 110 countries suspected of mercenary spyware targeting.
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Reddit to join S&P 500 index on August 18, shares surge over 10% after announcement
Reddit will join the S&P 500 on August 18, replacing AvalonBay Communities, after its shares rose over 10% Thursday.
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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif warns India over suspension of Indus Waters Treaty
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif accused India of illegally suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and warned of a strong response if challenged over water resources.
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Chicago Bears to Keep Name Despite Possible Move to Hammond, Indiana
The Chicago Bears confirmed they will retain their name while advancing plans for a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana.
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Jared Kushner May Visit Israel Next Week for Gaza Peace Plan Talks
The U.S. is considering sending envoy Jared Kushner to Israel next week to discuss Trump’s Gaza peace plan amid Netanyahu's opposition.
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Putin makes first presidential visit to disputed Kuril Islands amid Japan tensions
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the southern Kuril Islands on August 13, deepening a longstanding territorial dispute with Japan.
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Israeli airstrikes kill 7 to 11 people, including civilians, in southern Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes early on August 15 killed between 9 and 11 people including children in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
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Cyberattack on French Tax System Exposes Data of Nearly 700,000 Taxpayers
Hackers breached the French tax authority’s systems in June, stealing personal and business data of up to 700,000 taxpayers.
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Boxer Prichard Colon dies at 33 from complications of 2015 brain injury
Prichard Colon, undefeated boxer, died August 13, 2026, from complications of brain injuries sustained in a 2015 bout.
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Michael Carrick urges Manchester United to sign more players ahead of Premier League opener
Manchester United coach Michael Carrick called for additional signings to strengthen the squad ahead of the August 22 Premier League season opener.
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Paris Saint-Germain sign World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona until 2031
Paris Saint-Germain signed World Cup winner Ferran Torres from Barcelona on a contract through 2031.
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Atletico Madrid sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero on contract until 2031
Atletico Madrid signed Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero on August 15, 2026, committing him until June 2031.
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US 30-Year Mortgage Rates Dip to 6.67% After Five Weeks of Gains
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate in the US fell slightly to 6.67%, ending five consecutive weeks of increases, Freddie Mac reported this week.
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US Judge Dismisses Trump Administration Lawsuit Alleging Harvard Antisemitism
A US federal judge dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard of tolerating antisemitism during pro-Palestinian campus rallies.
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Air India A320 Loses 90 Meters in Hydraulic Failure; Pilot Tests Positive for Marijuana
Air India flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi lost altitude due to hydraulic failure on August 4; captain tested positive for marijuana, prompting pilot suspensions and substance testing.
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Ian Machado Garry to challenge Islam Makhachev for UFC welterweight title at UFC 330
Ian Machado Garry will face Islam Makhachev for the UFC welterweight belt on August 13, 2026, in Philadelphia.
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Renewed attacks on shipping heighten US-Iran standoff over Strait of Hormuz
Iran enforces blockade on the Strait of Hormuz amid US demands and rising violence around key shipping lanes.
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WNBA addresses transgender player debate amid controversy over draft eligibility
WNBA confirms no immediate transgender eligibility issues as two former NBA players declare for 2027 draft.
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2K launches Small Axe Studios led by ex-EA FIFA producer Aaron McHardy
2K Sports unveiled Small Axe Studios in Vancouver to develop a new AAA sports game led by former EA FIFA producer Aaron McHardy.
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Bahrain Grand Prix Madani Tickets for MyKad Holders Sell Out Amid High Demand
All discounted 'Madani Tickets' for Malaysian MyKad holders sold out soon after going on sale, government says
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PKR Youth Calls to Restore and Increase Monthly BUDI95 Fuel Quota for High-Mobility Users
PKR Youth wing urges government to restore BUDI95 fuel quota to 300 litres and boost to 350 litres for high-mobility users, citing lower oil prices and fiscal capacity.
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Six dead, one critically injured in shooting in Missaukee County, Michigan
A shooting in Missaukee County, Michigan on August 14 killed five people and left one critically injured; suspect and another dead found separately.
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US executes three death row inmates in Oklahoma, Tennessee and Alabama on August 13
Three death row inmates were executed simultaneously in three US states on August 13, the first triple execution since 2010.