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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Damage Wildberries Warehouses in Russia, Killing Six
Ukrainian drones targeted over 15 Wildberries warehouses across Russia since mid-July, killing at least six people in recent strikes.
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Maybank to Acquire Ageas’s Remaining 30.95% Stake in Etiqa for RM4.83 Billion
Maybank agreed to buy Ageas’s remaining 30.95% stake in Etiqa’s holding company for RM4.83 billion, gaining full ownership of the insurer.
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US commits to strengthening defence ties with Malaysia at MILOPS 2026
At the 37th MILOPS conference in Kuala Lumpur, the US pledged to deepen defence cooperation with Malaysia.
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Alibaba launches Qwen3.8-Max AI model with 2.4 trillion parameters, rivals Anthropic's Fable 5
Alibaba Group unveiled its Qwen3.8-Max AI model on August 3, featuring 2.4 trillion parameters and claiming performance comparable to Anthropic's Fable 5.
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MACC arrests five more Malaysian Immigration officers for alleged hacking of MyIMMs
MACC arrested five Immigration officers on Aug 3 for allegedly hacking MyIMMs to approve fraudulent Temporary Employment Visit Passes.
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Two seriously injured after building roof and wall collapse in Sydney's Ultimo
Two men were seriously hurt when a building roof and wall collapsed near a construction site in Ultimo, Sydney, on August 3.
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Australia to raise media bargaining code levy to 2.5% on Big Tech digital ad revenue
Australia plans to increase the levy on Big Tech firms’ digital ad revenue to 2.5% to fund local news media sustainability.
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Chelsea sign Argentina midfielder Valentin Barco from Strasbourg on seven-year deal
Chelsea signed Argentina international Valentin Barco from Strasbourg on a seven-year contract until 2033.
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Capital One closed over 300 Trump Organization accounts citing anti-money laundering concerns
Capital One closed more than 300 Trump Organization bank accounts in March 2021 due to anti-money laundering concerns, court filings reveal.
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Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof to undergo heart bypass surgery soon
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof will have heart bypass surgery at the National Heart Institute soon, officials confirmed today.
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New Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar to be sworn in on August 2 after state election
The Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar will be sworn in August 2 following the 16th state election that gave BN and PN a two-thirds majority.
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Chelsea sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton on two-year deal
Chelsea signed veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton on August 1, 2026, on a two-year contract.
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MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warnings for multiple Malaysian states in early August 2026
MetMalaysia issued thunderstorm warnings for up to 10 Malaysian states from August 1-2 amid increased lightning risks and changing weather patterns.
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Enzo Maresca's Manchester City debut ends with penalty shootout loss to Inter Milan
Enzo Maresca coached Manchester City to a 1-1 draw and penalty shootout defeat against Inter Milan on August 1 in Hong Kong.
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Russia Fires Record 376 Missiles at Ukraine in July 2026, Killing Dozens
Russia launched 376 missiles and nearly 5,000 drones at Ukraine in July 2026, marking a sharp escalation in attacks.
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US makes visa bond programme permanent for 50 countries with bonds up to $20,000
The US State Department has permanently implemented a visa bond programme requiring refundable bonds up to $20,000 for certain B1/B2 visa applicants from 50 countries.
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Malaysia’s Economy Grew 5.6% in 1H 2026, F1 Event to Support Growth in Second Half
Malaysia's economy expanded 5.6% in the first half of 2026; stable oil supply and upcoming Formula One event are expected to support growth in the second half.
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Indie game bundle raises over $100,000 for laid-off North American developers
An itch.io indie game bundle has raised more than $100,000 in three days to support laid-off North American game developers.
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Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk cleared to return after doping ban appeal
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is free to resume playing immediately after the Court of Arbitration for Sport partially upheld his doping ban appeal.
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FIFA studies potential expansion of World Cup to 64 teams for 2030 tournament
FIFA is evaluating expanding the World Cup from 48 to 64 teams starting with the 2030 edition hosted by Morocco, Portugal, and Spain.
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Peru's former president Ollanta Humala released after corruption conviction overturned
Peru's Constitutional Court annulled Ollanta Humala's 15-year corruption sentence, freeing him from prison on July 31, 2026.
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Rapid KL extends free rides on LRT3 Shah Alam Line until August 14, 2026
Rapid KL extended free travel on the LRT3 Shah Alam Line until August 14, allowing more users to experience the service.
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Father of Georgia School Shooter Sentenced to 15 Years for Role in 2024 Attack
Colin Gray was sentenced to 15 years for providing the gun and failing to stop his son's 2024 school shooting in Georgia.
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Malaysia's population rises to 34.4 million in 2026 with 12 states ageing
Malaysia's population grew by 0.5% to 34.4 million in 2026, with 12 states classified as ageing due to rising elderly numbers.