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Sierra Leone fishermen blame Chinese trawlers for illegal fishing and lost catches
Sierra Leone fishermen report a 40% decline in fish catches due to illegal incursions by foreign, mainly Chinese, trawlers in coastal waters.
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Vietnam escalates crackdown on counterfeit luxury goods amid US pressure
Vietnam intensified enforcement against counterfeit luxury products after US named it a priority for IP violations.
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US Interior Secretary defends Patriot Front July 4 march as protected free speech
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the white supremacist Patriot Front’s July 4 march in Washington, D.C., is protected under the Constitution.
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Around €4 Million in Jewelry Stolen in Early Morning Burglary at France's Lalique Museum
Thieves stole about 20 pieces of jewelry worth nearly €4 million from the Lalique Museum in northeastern France on July 5, 2026.
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Ukraine Rejects Russian Ceasefire Proposal for Handover of Bodies in Kostiantynivka
Russia offered a six-hour ceasefire to hand over fallen soldiers' bodies in Kostiantynivka, but Ukraine rejected the proposal amid conflicting claims over control of the town.
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Formula One drivers race Lego cars in British GP parade lap; Hamilton escapes penalty
On July 5, 2026, Formula One drivers took part in a Lego car parade lap at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone before Lewis Hamilton avoided a penalty after the race.
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Iran and Qatar resume maritime trade after five-month suspension
Iran and Qatar restarted maritime shipping between Dayyer and Al Ruwais ports after a five-month halt following a Gulf conflict.
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Nigel Farage failed to declare gifts and benefits from convicted fraudster George Cottrell
Nigel Farage accepted undeclared gifts and benefits from convicted fraudster George Cottrell before becoming an MP, sparking calls for investigation.
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Tampines Changkat pilot catches 22,000 cicadas to curb seasonal noise nuisance
A five-month pilot in Tampines Changkat caught 22,000 cicadas using light traps and other controls to reduce noise disturbances from March to July 2026.
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Cargo Vessel Attacked by Unknown Assailants Near Yemen's Red Sea Coast
A cargo vessel came under attack by unknown armed assailants about 30 nautical miles southwest of Yemen's Al Hudaydah port on July 5, 2026.
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Malaysian police investigate 'corporate mafia' allegations linked to MACC officers
Police have been probing alleged 'corporate mafia' involvement by MACC officers since October 2025 amid claims of intimidation and extortion.
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Malaysia to expand Multi-Operator Core Network nationwide to boost internet access
Malaysia’s Communications Ministry plans nationwide expansion of Multi-Operator Core Network to improve connectivity in underserved areas, prioritizing Johor.
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Qatar Resumes All Maritime Activities After Week-Long Suspension
Qatar lifted its suspension on sailing and fishing boats on July 5, ending a maritime freeze that began June 29.
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US stocks fall with AI and semiconductor shares hit as Hormuz Strait attacks push oil prices higher
On August 7, 2026, US markets closed lower as semiconductor stocks plunged and geopolitical tensions near Hormuz Strait pushed oil prices up.
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Malaysia to Finalise National TVET Commission Establishment by End of 2026
Malaysia plans to finalise its National TVET Commission setup and table related legislation by year-end 2026.
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitches 7 scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts as Dodgers beat Padres 3-0
Yoshinobu Yamamoto threw seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts to lead the Dodgers past the Padres 3-0 on July 5, 2026.
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King and Prime Minister of Malaysia Send Birthday Greetings to Sultan of Kedah on His 84th Birthday
King Sultan Ibrahim and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim extended birthday wishes to Kedah’s Sultan Sallehuddin on his 84th birthday.
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Uber Pauses Food Delivery Expansion in Five European Countries Amid Delivery Hero Bid
Uber has halted planned 2026 food delivery launches in five European countries while pursuing a takeover of Delivery Hero.
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Woman fined RM500 for assaulting Sultan of Perak during National Day celebration
Nurhaswani Afni Mohamad Zorki was fined RM500 after pleading guilty to assaulting Sultan Nazrin Shah during Perak National Day on August 31, 2025.
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Malaysia aims for US$229 million durian exports to China by 2030 amid strong demand
Malaysia targets US$229 million in durian exports to China by 2030, driven by rising fresh and frozen durian sales.
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FMM urges US to reconsider 10% tariff on Malaysian imports over forced labour concerns
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing opposed the US proposal for a 10% tariff on Malaysian goods, citing compliance and supply chain risks.
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Xi Jinping pledges to strengthen long-term stable ties with Kim Jong Un
Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed readiness to cooperate with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for stable China-North Korea relations.
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Judge denies Donald Trump’s request to delay $5.8 million payment to E Jean Carroll
A federal judge rejected Donald Trump’s motion to postpone a $5.8 million payment to E Jean Carroll over sexual abuse and defamation claims.
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North Korea tests weapons from Kang Kon destroyer under Kim Jong Un's supervision
On July 3, 2026, North Korea conducted weapons tests from the Kang Kon destroyer with Kim Jong Un overseeing the exercises.