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UN Links Sudan's Gum Arabic Trade to Funding Civil War, Human Rights Abuses
The UN warns Sudan’s gum arabic trade finances armed conflict and causes global human rights risks amid ongoing civil war.
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Bank Negara Malaysia issued five ignored warnings before Tabung Haji faced RM10 billion deficit and bailout
Bank Negara warned Tabung Haji leadership five times from 2014 to 2016 over financial risks ignored, leading to a RM10 billion deficit and government bailout.
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Malaysian government bailout restored Tabung Haji's financial health after 2018 crisis
The Malaysian government provided over RM10 billion in 2018 to rescue Tabung Haji from insolvency caused by mismanagement and risky investments.
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US Judge Dismisses Criminal Charges Against Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani
A US judge dismissed bribery and fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani on August 10, 2026.
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Milan prosecutors seek dismissal of sports fraud case against referee chief Gianluca Rocchi
Milan prosecutors have requested dropping the sports fraud case against former referee chief Gianluca Rocchi
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AI agents and autonomous workflows dominate GitHub trending today
Top repos focus on AI-driven agents, context-aware workflows, and innovative data crawling tools shaping automation and intelligent interfaces.
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Malaysia Urges Urgent Food Security Measures Ahead of Super El Nino Starting November
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim directs Agriculture Ministry to quickly plan mitigation against Super El Nino risks to food supply and farmers.
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UK man arrested over threats to Nigel Farage amid Ann Widdecombe murder probe
A man in his 20s was arrested in London for threatening Reform UK leader Nigel Farage on social media amid the investigation into Ann Widdecombe's murder.
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Singapore and Malaysia align on ASEAN green energy and digital economy goals
Singapore and Malaysia outlined joint plans to boost ASEAN leadership in green energy, data centres, and digital economy during a recent state visit.
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Malaysia faced RM74.5 billion risk in 2018 Tabung Haji crisis; RM12.5 billion sukuk debt unpaid
The Malaysian government risked RM74.5 billion in 2018 over Tabung Haji's insolvency and has yet to fully settle a RM12.5 billion sukuk debt maturing in 2026.
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Harry Kane to Receive Second European Golden Shoe on August 19 in Munich
Harry Kane scored 36 Bundesliga goals in 2025-26 to claim his second European Golden Shoe award.
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Trump Media & Technology Group posts $238M Q2 loss amid crypto asset writedown
Trump Media & Technology Group reported a $238 million net loss in Q2 2026, driven by $190 million in crypto asset impairments.
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Ukrainian detainees accuse Russia of systematic torture and abuse in captivity
Former Ukrainian prisoners and officials accused Russia of widespread torture and abuse of POWs and civilians at a U.N. meeting.
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Turkish Parliament Passes Law to Facilitate PKK Disarmament and Reintegration
On August 10, 2026, Turkey’s parliament approved a law enabling PKK disarmament and reintegration with 468 votes in favor.
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Almost 3/4 of England declared in drought after driest July and ongoing heatwave
UK government declared 71.3% of England in drought as of August 10 amid record dry July and fifth heatwave of 2026.
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Trump backs FIFA President Infantino amid backlash over failed commercial rights sale
US President Donald Trump defended FIFA President Gianni Infantino, calling plans to replace him a 'terrible mistake' amid controversy over a rejected rights sale proposal.
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Shein scales back Vietnam warehouse amid US trade headwinds, eyes Hong Kong IPO
Shein cut its Vietnam warehouse lease from 15 to 6 hectares due to US tariffs and prepares for a Hong Kong IPO with valuation estimates between $22B and $40B.
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Malaysia seeks defence cooperation with Iran and plans armed forces structural reforms
Malaysia aims to strengthen defence ties with Iran and improve its armed forces' structure and career progression, Defence Minister says.
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Trump Secretly Swapped Planes in Turkey Due to Iranian Missile Threat
Donald Trump secretly switched planes in Ankara on July 8 amid a credible Iranian threat, departing on a different aircraft than officials and reporters.
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Panathinaikos Owner Made Serious Offer to Buy Out Nikola Jokić’s NBA Contract
Dimitrios Giannakopoulos offered to buy out Nikola Jokić’s Denver Nuggets contract to bring him to Panathinaikos next season.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Files Defamation Suit Against PAS Deputy President Tuan Ibrahim
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim filed a defamation suit against PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim over June remarks accusing abuse of power.
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Bethany England signs two-year contract with Crystal Palace Women
Bethany England has joined Crystal Palace Women on a two-year deal after leaving Tottenham Hotspur Women this summer.
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Yellowstone bison that tossed tourist will not be euthanised; injured man recovering
A 900kg Yellowstone bison tossed a 65-year-old tourist into the air on July 10; the man is recovering after surgery and the bison will not be euthanised.
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Sunderland sign Belgium defender Thomas Meunier on two-year deal
Sunderland have signed 34-year-old Belgium defender Thomas Meunier on a two-year contract after he left Lille.