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Iran offers $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing US soldiers, double for female operatives
Iran’s military announced a $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing US soldiers, doubling the amount for female operatives.
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Lani Pallister ends Katie Ledecky's 800m freestyle unbeaten streak at Pan Pacifics
Australian Lani Pallister defeated Katie Ledecky in the 800m freestyle at the 2026 Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine, ending Ledecky's run in major meets.
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Shipping through Strait of Hormuz plummets after tanker attacks amid stalled US-Iran talks
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz dropped sharply over Aug 15-16 after attacks on vessels and expiry of US-Iran ceasefire amid stalled talks.
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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo becomes deadliest in country’s history with 2,325 deaths
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed 2,325 people, surpassing previous records and reaching 4,945 confirmed cases as of August 17.
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Son Heung-min confident ahead of 2026 World Cup despite goal drought at LA FC
South Korea captain Son Heung-min says he feels physically great and confident for the 2026 World Cup despite a scoring slump this MLS season.
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Gazans face soaring prices and shortages for Eid al-Adha amid war aftermath
Many Gazans struggle to afford key Eid items like sacrificial sheep and new clothes due to shortages and high costs after recent conflict damage.
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Hurricane Lala weakens to tropical storm after impacting Hawaii with heavy rain and damage
Hurricane Lala passed near Hawaii’s Big Island August 15-16, causing flooding, power outages, and damage before weakening to a tropical storm early August 16.
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Singapore's Non-Oil Domestic Exports Rise 24.2% in July on Strong Electronics Demand
Singapore's non-oil domestic exports grew 24.2% year on year in July 2026, led by a 112% surge in electronics driven by AI-related demand.
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Hong Kong International Airport opens Terminal 2 to boost passenger capacity
Hong Kong International Airport opened Terminal 2 on May 27, 2026, to expand capacity and serve budget airlines.
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Wong Chen Removed as Malaysia Debt Ventures Chairman After Successful Turnaround
Wong Chen was abruptly removed as chairman of Malaysia Debt Ventures, ending his tenure after leading the company back to profitability.
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Malaysia to Amend Tabung Haji Act to Strengthen Governance and Restore Depositor Trust
Malaysia plans amendments to the Tabung Haji Act after an inquiry exposed management failures and financial losses.
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Japan's Q2 GDP grows 1.1% annualized, missing expectations amid weak demand
Japan's economy expanded 0.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q2 2026, an annualized 1.1%, falling short of forecasts due to weak consumption and capital spending declines.
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US military strikes kill over 200 on vessels in eastern Pacific drug trafficking campaign
The US military has conducted multiple strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats in the eastern Pacific since September, killing at least 202 people.
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SEC to end traditional late-season 'cupcake weekend' as conference schedule grows to nine games
The SEC voted to expand its conference schedule to nine games starting in 2026 and eliminate the late-season nonconference 'cupcake weekend' from 2027 onward.
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Jared Kushner meets Hamas and Netanyahu to push US-backed Gaza peace plan
Jared Kushner met Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya and Israeli PM Netanyahu on 16-17 August to advance a US 15-point Gaza peace plan.
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Lens wins first Trophee des Champions with 1-0 victory over PSG
Lens defeated Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 at Stade Bollaert-Delelis to claim their first Trophee des Champions title.
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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a collective defense pact in Mecca on August 7, 2026, pledging mutual military support.
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Real Madrid beat Schalke 3-0 in final preseason friendly with Diomande debut
Real Madrid defeated Schalke 3-0 in Gelsenkirchen on August 16, 2026, with Yan Diomande making his debut off the bench.
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Climate change raises antibiotic-resistant Salmonella genes by 10% globally, study finds
A new study links climate change to a 10% rise in antibiotic-resistance genes in Salmonella worldwide from 1940 to 2023.
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European Firms Report Worsening Business Conditions in China Since 2022
A 2026 survey found 68% of European companies in China face more difficult conditions amid economic and geopolitical challenges.
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Cristiano Ronaldo says 2026-27 season likely his last before retirement
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, told Vogue the upcoming 2026-27 football season will probably be his final as a professional player.
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North Korea Tests Tactical Ballistic Missiles, AI-Guided Cruise Missiles Near South Korea
North Korea tested tactical ballistic missiles, artillery rockets, and AI-guided cruise missiles near its border with South Korea under Kim Jong Un’s supervision.
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China’s Type 054B Frigate Joins Liaoning Carrier in Western Pacific Drills
China's Type 054B frigate took part for the first time with the Liaoning carrier in western Pacific exercises near Okinotorishima in May 2026.
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Drunk illegal immigrant charged with killing four in wrong-way crash in Oklahoma
Michael Rosario-Cruz, 27, faces multiple charges after a wrong-way DUI crash killed four young people on Interstate 40 in Oklahoma.