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Google unveils Pixel 11 series with 120X zoom and Instant Night Sight upgrades
Google announced the Pixel 11 series with advanced cameras including 120X Pro Zoom and faster night photography.
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Russia Blames Ukrainian Attacks for Rising Global Food Prices and Grain Shortages
Russia accused Ukraine of escalating global food price rises by targeting grain infrastructure and exports in recent strikes.
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US stocks rise on August 12 led by AI earnings and steady inflation data
US stock markets gained on August 12, boosted by strong AI earnings and inflation figures aligning with expectations.
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Google launches tap-to-share feature for Android Quick Share on Pixel and Samsung devices
Google rolled out tap-to-share for its Quick Share feature on Pixel 6 and newer phones starting August 12, 2026.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Returns Home After Hernia Surgery
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was discharged from hospital and returned home on August 12 following hernia surgery.
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Nine Areas in Sarawak Record Unhealthy Air Pollutant Index Readings on August 15, 2026
Nine areas in Sarawak recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings on August 15, 2026, with Kuching showing the highest levels.
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Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Found Dead Amid Plagiarism Allegations
Jason Arday, former Cambridge sociology professor, was found dead in south London days after resigning over plagiarism claims.
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FIFA faces crisis of trust; calls grow for governance reforms amid Infantino controversy
FIFPRO Europe president David Terrier said FIFA needs sweeping governance reforms amid a trust crisis sparked by Infantino’s World Cup rights plan.
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Everton forward Martin Sherif charged with 61 alleged betting breaches by FA
Everton forward Martin Sherif was charged by the FA for allegedly placing 61 bets on football matches over 15 months.
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Helldivers 2 joins PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium with Devoid of Liberty update
Helldivers 2 was added to PlayStation Plus Game Catalog on August 12, alongside the new Devoid of Liberty update.
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Malaysia urges women to lead energy transition amid workforce participation gap
At the 7th International Sustainable Energy Summit, Malaysian minister called for increased female leadership in the country's energy shift.
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Malaysia to repeal Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 to expand student freedom
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the repeal of AUKU to expand student democratic space and freedom in higher education.
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Japan's PM Takaichi sends offering to Yasukuni Shrine on WWII surrender anniversary
On August 15, 2026, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine while Defense Minister Koizumi and others visited the shrine.
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Trump orders Navy to build ships overseas and switch back to steam catapults for aircraft carriers
President Donald Trump signed a memorandum allowing overseas Navy shipbuilding and directing a return to steam catapults starting on USS Doris Miller.
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Proposed MARA Bill 2026 prioritizes corporate governance reforms in Malaysia
The proposed MARA Bill 2026 focuses 80% on corporate governance reforms to strengthen MARA’s management and structure ahead of parliamentary tabling this year.
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US inflation rate slows to 3.4% year-on-year in July 2026
The US annual inflation rate eased to 3.4% in July 2026 from 3.5% in June, with monthly inflation rising 0.1%.
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WHO chief warns US vaccine policy changes contradict decades of scientific evidence
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus criticized recent US changes to childhood vaccine policy as not supported by scientific evidence.
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US demands countries choose sides in AI race, warns against joining China’s coalition
The US is preparing letters to 35 countries urging them to pick between its AI alliance and China’s competing coalition.
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Honor launches Robot Phone with motorized gimbal camera for content creators
Honor introduced the Robot Phone in China featuring a motorized gimbal camera designed to follow users during video and live streams.
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Youri Tielemans joins Manchester United from Aston Villa on five-year deal
Youri Tielemans moved to Manchester United in July 2026 from Aston Villa on a £35 million five-year contract.
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Ferry capsizes on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, killing at least 44
A passenger ferry capsized on Lake Kariba near Kariba town on August 11, killing at least 44 people and leaving 77 rescued.
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Manchester City signs Argentine goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille
Manchester City signed Argentine goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli from Marseille on a two-year contract.
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Chelsea sets £120m deadline Friday for offers on captain Enzo Fernández amid Man City interest
Chelsea has set a 5pm Friday deadline for bids of £120 million or more for midfielder Enzo Fernández amid interest from Manchester City.
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Lovable raises $400M Series C at $13.3B valuation led by Menlo Ventures and EQT
Lovable secured $400 million in Series C funding at a $13.3 billion valuation, doubling since December 2025.