Top Stories
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
-
US-led war game simulates China pressuring Taiwan via energy blockade without military attack
In July 2026, US groups held a war game simulating China using energy supply restrictions and economic means to pressure Taiwan without direct military conflict.
-
Indonesia to close over 750 state-owned enterprises by end of 2026 amid management issues
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto announced a plan to shut more than 750 unproductive state-owned enterprises by December 31, 2026.
-
US credit card debt rises to $1.26 trillion in Q2 2026, nearing record high
US credit card debt increased by $21 billion to $1.26 trillion in Q2 2026, close to last year's record high of $1.28 trillion.
-
Australian golfer Jessica Bang dies at 18 after brain haemorrhage in Thailand
Jessica Bang, an 18-year-old Australian golfer, died after a brain haemorrhage in Bangkok where she was preparing for a tournament.
-
East Coast Rail Link Phase 1 aims for December 2026 operations, ahead of original January 2027 date
Malaysia targets December 2026 launch for ECRL Phase 1 service from Kota Bharu to Gombak ahead of schedule.
-
Six Senior Kuala Lumpur Police Officers Reshuffled in Key Leadership Posts
Six senior police officers in Kuala Lumpur were reshuffled and promoted to key leadership positions in a ceremony on August 6, 2026.
-
Putin visits disputed Kuril Islands, prompting strong protests from Japan
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup Island in the Kuril Islands on August 13, sparking strong protests from Japan over the territorial dispute.
-
White House Report Names Taiwan Among Countries Aiding China in Transshipment to Evade US Tariffs
The White House released a report accusing over 40 countries, including Taiwan, of helping China avoid US tariffs through transshipment schemes.
-
Haze and dry weather persist in Sarawak with unhealthy air quality levels
Haze continues in Sarawak and parts of Malaysia due to hot, dry weather and low rainfall, causing unhealthy air quality in multiple areas.
-
Microsoft merges consumer and business Copilot apps, retires key AI features including mascot Mico
Microsoft is combining its consumer and business Copilot apps into a unified experience and ending several AI features by August 18, 2026.
-
Nigel Farage wins Clacton by-election with 63% amid major party boycott
Nigel Farage won the Clacton by-election against comedian Count Binface, securing about 22,239 votes in a poll boycotted by major UK parties.
-
PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar to take leave after 2026 National Congress for further studies
PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar will step away from party duties after the 2026 National Congress to pursue further studies while continuing her political work via civil society.
-
Apple Trains Proprietary AI Model for China Market with Alibaba’s Support
Apple developed a China-specific large language model with Alibaba and plans to launch its AI suite after regulatory approval.
-
DAP delegates vote overwhelmingly to remain in Malaysia’s unity government
More than 4,000 DAP delegates voted on August 16 to stay in Malaysia’s unity government with 88.2% supporting continued participation.
-
Washington DC's World War II Memorial vandalized with paint and foam, suspect arrested
On August 13, 2026, vandals sprayed paint and poured foam on the Washington DC World War II Memorial; a suspect was arrested the next day.
-
Ben Shelton wins second straight Canadian Open with 6-3, 7-6 victory over Brandon Nakashima
Ben Shelton defended his Canadian Open title on August 13, beating Brandon Nakashima 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) in an all-American final.
-
Taliban bans bar 2.4 million Afghan girls from secondary education since 2022
Since March 2022, Taliban restrictions have denied around 2.4 million Afghan girls access to secondary school and barred women from universities by year-end.
-
International oil prices fall over 2% amid weak demand outlook and US crude inventory build
Oil prices dropped more than 2% on August 13, pressured by weak global demand forecasts and a sharp rise in US crude inventories.
-
Jack Draper loses first-round match at Cincinnati Open amid injury woes
Jack Draper lost to Martin Landaluce 6-3, 7-5 in the first round of the Cincinnati Open on August 13, 2026.
-
US Military Loses About 25% of MQ-9 Reaper Drones in War with Iran
The US military has lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, about a quarter of its fleet, during the conflict with Iran.
-
AI agent tools, on-device LLMs, and OSINT security projects lead GitHub trends today
Today’s top trending repos show strong interest in AI agent platforms, lightweight models for edge devices, and open source intelligence tools.
-
Genting Singapore reports 33.5% profit decline in H1 2026 despite stable revenue
Genting Singapore's H1 2026 profit fell 33.5% to S$156.1 million amid higher costs, while revenue remained near S$1.2 billion.
-
Malaysian pilot detained in Jakarta questioned over drug trafficking; leads emerge
Malaysian pilot arrested in Jakarta on July 28 is being questioned by authorities, yielding new leads on drug syndicates.
-
Malaysia's GDP grows 6.0% in Q2 2026, beating official estimates
Malaysia's economy expanded 6.0% year-on-year in Q2 2026, surpassing expectations with strong exports and domestic demand.