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AstraZeneca in talks with Bristol Myers Squibb on potential $400 billion pharma merger
AstraZeneca has held talks with Bristol Myers Squibb to combine in a deal that could reach $400 billion, creating a global pharma giant.
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EU AI Act transparency and labeling rules become enforceable on August 2, 2026
The EU's AI Act transparency and labeling rules took effect August 2, requiring AI content disclosure and imposing fines for non-compliance.
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Aryna Sabalenka aims to rebound at Toronto WTA 1000 ahead of US Open
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka begins Toronto WTA 1000 tournament seeking form before US Open starting August 30.
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Amazon's God of War TV show to recast Atreus and Thrud for season 2 after Kratos actor change
Amazon will recast the characters Atreus and Thrud with older actors for season 2 of its God of War series following the recast of Kratos.
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Suicide bombing kills 16 during protest outside police station in Pakistan's Swat Valley
A suicide bomber attacked a police station in Swat Valley on August 2, killing 16 and injuring 21 during a protest.
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Los Angeles Sparks trade Kelsey Plum to Phoenix Mercury before WNBA deadline
The Los Angeles Sparks traded five-time All-Star guard Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury ahead of the 2026 WNBA trade deadline.
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USS Abraham Lincoln deployment extended over 250 days amid crew welfare concerns
USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed in the Middle East for over 250 days with worsening crew conditions, set to be relieved by USS George Washington soon.
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Sophie Woods breaks record crossing Alps ultramarathon in 29 days
New Zealander Sophie Woods completed the 2,000km ultramarathon across the Alps in a record 29 days, beating the previous 35-day mark.
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Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim urges Madani Government to complete full term before GE16
Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim called on the government to avoid rushing the 16th General Election and complete its mandate by late 2027 or early 2028.
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Seven including two teenage girls arrested for knife-point robbery in Jalan Ampang condo
Police arrested seven suspects, including two teenage girls, for a knife-point robbery at a Jalan Ampang condominium on August 1.
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Mountaineer Nirmal Purja and nine others killed in Pakistan avalanche on Broad Peak
Nirmal Purja and nine climbers died in a July 30 avalanche on Broad Peak in northern Pakistan during an international expedition.
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Sri Lanka Deploys Troops to Quell Deadly Riot at Overcrowded Mahara Prison
Sri Lanka sent hundreds of troops and commandos to restore order after inmates rioted at Mahara Prison near Colombo on August 1, killing one and injuring six.
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Romania Shuts Down Cernavoda Nuclear Plant Amid Record-Low Danube Water Levels
Romania halted both reactors at Cernavoda nuclear plant due to record-low Danube River levels amid drought.
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Mountaineer Nirmal Purja and 10-member team killed in Broad Peak avalanche in Pakistan
Nirmal Purja and his 10-member international climbing team died in an avalanche on Broad Peak, Pakistan, on July 30, 2026.
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Lorena Wiebes wins first two stages, keeps yellow jersey at 2026 Tour de France Femmes
Lorena Wiebes won the opening two stages of the 2026 Tour de France Femmes and maintains the overall lead after stage two.
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UN reports July civilian deaths in Ukraine highest since May 2022 at 437
The UN confirmed 437 civilians were killed in Ukraine in July 2026, marking the highest monthly toll since Russia’s full-scale invasion began in 2022.
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17-Year-Old Brian Madjo Scores for Aston Villa in UEFA Super Cup Debut Against PSG
Brian Madjo scored the equaliser in Aston Villa’s 2-1 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup on August 12, 2026.
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Singapore launches subsidised co-living units as young adults’ solo living doubles since 2016
Singapore introduced over 100 subsidised co-living units for adults aged 21 to 35 amid rising demand for independent living among youth.
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Chongqing Becomes China’s Leading City for Motorbike Culture and Tourism
Chongqing has emerged as a motorbike hub, attracting tourists and social media fans with its thriving biker scene and industry.
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Trump Media launches Truth API charging up to $100,000/month for early access to posts
Trump Media on August 1 launched the Truth API, offering institutional clients early access to Trump Social posts for up to $100,000 monthly, raising insider trading concerns.
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Brazil's Lula launches campaign seeking fourth presidential term in 2026 election
Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launched his campaign for a fourth term in the October 4, 2026, presidential election.
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Brazil orders Discord to suspend livestreaming after teen suicide case
Brazil's ANPD ordered Discord to suspend its livestreaming feature within three days following a 13-year-old girl's suicide linked to harmful online content.
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Anthropic begins embedding invisible watermarks in Claude AI outputs worldwide to meet EU AI Act
Anthropic started embedding invisible, machine-readable watermarks in all Claude AI outputs globally on August 2, 2026, to comply with EU AI Act transparency rules.
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Iran Warns of Decisive Response to Any US or Israeli Aggression Amid Rising Tensions
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of a strong military reply if the US, Israel, or regional allies launch attacks.