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Malaysia to Raise Wages Before Expanding Tax Base Amid Economic Concerns
Malaysia’s Economy Minister says wage growth will take priority over tax broadening, following OECD recommendations.
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Chinese Biotech Surpasses AI as Top Emerging Market Growth Sector
Chinese biotech stocks surged as investors shifted away from AI amid tech sell-offs in July 2026.
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Malaysia's Economy Grows 5.8% in Q2 2026, Nearing High-Income Status
Malaysia’s economy expanded 5.8% in Q2 2026, driven by manufacturing and mining, edging closer to World Bank high-income threshold.
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HSBC to hire 100+ AI specialists and 100 wealth managers, open global AI centre in Singapore
HSBC will open its first global AI centre in Singapore later this year and hire over 200 staff, including AI experts and wealth managers.
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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo hits 3,200 cases with 1,405 deaths
Ebola infections in Democratic Republic of Congo have reached 3,200 cases and 1,405 deaths amid ongoing spread and response challenges.
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Putin Threatens Retaliation Against European Ship Seizures Over Shadow Fleet Sanctions
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of tit-for-tat actions if Europe seizes Russian vessels linked to the shadow fleet.
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Chelsea sign Spanish left-back Pep Chavarría from Rayo Vallecano on five-year deal
Chelsea have signed 28-year-old Spanish left-back Pep Chavarría from Rayo Vallecano on a five-year contract until 2031.
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David Crowley narrowly wins Wisconsin Democratic governor primary over Francesca Hong
David Crowley defeated Francesca Hong by about 3,000 votes to win the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary on August 11, 2026.
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Anthropic to Embed Invisible Watermarks in Claude AI Text and Images for EU Compliance
Anthropic announced it will embed invisible watermarks in Claude AI-generated text and images worldwide to meet new EU transparency rules.
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Seatrium shares surge after upbeat profit guidance and floating data center approval
Seatrium shares rose sharply on July 27 after the company issued positive profit guidance and secured approval for a floating data center concept.
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Singapore's central bank tightens monetary policy again amid inflation and energy price risks
The Monetary Authority of Singapore raised the rate of SGD policy band appreciation on July 27, its second tightening in three months.
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Trump Confronts Military, Economic Challenges in Ongoing Iran Conflict
US President Donald Trump faces growing military and economic strains as the Iran war nears 13 months with limited progress and difficult choices.
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Yan Diomande agrees personal terms with Real Madrid as PSG withdraws
Real Madrid has agreed personal terms with Yan Diomande after PSG pulled out of the transfer race for the RB Leipzig winger.
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Cyan Worlds reveals cancelled Myst sequel prototype 'Project Anglerfish'
Cyan Worlds unveiled a prototype and teaser for the cancelled Myst sequel 'Project Anglerfish', developed over four months more than a year ago.
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ICE reviews officer vetting after fatal Maine shooting by David Brouillette
ICE is conducting an internal review of officer David Brouillette’s vetting after he fatally shot a man in Biddeford, Maine on July 13.
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Total solar eclipse crosses Europe, drawing millions especially to Iceland and Spain
A total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, was visible across parts of northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and Portugal, attracting millions of viewers.
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Israel approves legal framework for international force to enter Gaza under US plan
Israel's security cabinet approved a multinational International Stabilization Force to enter Gaza as part of a US ceasefire plan on July 26, 2026.
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Katy Perry Condemns White House Use of 'Firework' in Iran Military Video
Katy Perry criticized the White House for using her song 'Firework' without permission in a TikTok video of US strikes on Iranian targets.
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Two kidnapped Singaporean men rescued in Malaysia; 12 suspects arrested
Malaysian police rescued two kidnapped Singaporean men in Kedah and Johor, killing two suspects and arresting 12 others in coordinated operations.
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Mayo ends 75-year All-Ireland Senior Football title drought with win over Kerry
Mayo won the All-Ireland Senior Football final in July 2026, beating Kerry 1-20 to 1-17 to claim their first title since 1951.
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Israeli military actions disrupt Lebanese army deployment and delay resident returns in south Lebanon
The Lebanese army accused Israel of obstructing troop deployments and damaging infrastructure in southern Lebanon despite a recent withdrawal deal.
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Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's approval falls below 60% amid inflation concerns
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet approval rating dropped about 10 points from June to July 2026, falling below 60% for the first time since her October 2025 inauguration.
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Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran to step down in February 2027 after leadership deadlock
N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons, announced he will step down in February 2027 after the board failed to reach consensus on his reappointment.
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Five Bosnian climbers die in storm on Russia's Mount Elbrus
Five Bosnian climbers died in a violent storm on Mount Elbrus in Russia; two others were rescued and evacuated for medical care.