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Elon Musk warns of power supply crisis as AI could boost global economy by $30 trillion
At the G20 summit, Elon Musk projected AI-driven economic growth up to $30 trillion annually but warned of a severe power shortfall by 2027.
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Singapore cuts cash incentive for lighter electric heavy vehicles to S$15,000 from Sept 3
Singapore’s Land Transport Authority will reduce the cash incentive for electric heavy vehicles between 3,500 kg and 7,000 kg to S$15,000 starting September 3, 2026.
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Guinea-Bissau approves new constitution expanding presidential powers ahead of elections
Guinea-Bissau voters approved a new constitution on August 30, 2026, that expands presidential powers before December elections.
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Malaysian Authorities to Meet Producers and iQIYI Over Controversial Drama
CMCF, Finas, and Jakim will meet 'Madu atau Racun' producers and iQIYI today over content concerns.
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US Treasury yields hit multi-year highs on strong August jobs report and inflation concerns
US 2-year Treasury yields climbed to their highest since January 2025 after August jobs beat forecasts and fueled bets on a Fed rate hike.
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Malaysian SAR team ready to deploy to Nepal after floods leave 55 Malaysians missing
Malaysia's SMART team is prepared to assist Nepal with search and rescue, pending approval, as 55 Malaysians remain unreachable after deadly floods.
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AirAsia launches first codeshare with Pegasus Airlines connecting Southeast Asia and Europe
AirAsia and Pegasus Airlines announced their first codeshare partnership connecting Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul with five European destinations.
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Germany accuses Russia of attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport, imposes diplomatic measures
Germany blamed Russia for an attempted explosives-laden drone attack near Ukrainian cargo aircraft on August 4, prompting diplomatic actions.
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UK PM Andy Burnham debuts in Commons; hosts Macron at Bayeux Tapestry exhibit
Andy Burnham made his Commons debut as UK Prime Minister and welcomed French President Macron to the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition today.
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New York City bans AI use for public school students through eighth grade starting 2026-27
New York City will prohibit AI use for public school students from pre-K to eighth grade beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
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UNEP report warns global temperatures to exceed 1.5°C within next few years
The United Nations Environment Programme forecasts global warming will surpass 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels soon, escalating climate risks worldwide.
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Chevron to invest over $7 billion to double Venezuela oil production in five years
Chevron agreed updated terms with Venezuela to invest more than $7 billion and raise output to 600,000 barrels per day by 2031.
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MNRB Holdings sets up RM500 million commercial paper programme in Malaysia
MNRB Holdings Bhd established a RM500 million commercial paper programme lodged with Malaysia’s Securities Commission on September 1, 2026.
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MACC ready to investigate Negeri Sembilan PH allocations if misuse proven
MACC says it will probe misuse claims of RM180,000 allocations to Negeri Sembilan PH assemblymen before state assembly dissolution.
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RM25.3 million paid into Bersatu accounts were gratification, not political donations
RM25.3 million was deposited into Bersatu accounts between 2021 and 2022 as returns for Jana Wibawa contracts, not political donations, officials said today.
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Malaysian PM's Department and Jakim block drama 'Madu atau Racun' over religious concerns
Jakim and the Malaysian Prime Minister's Department rejected the airing of 'Madu atau Racun' for conflicting with Islamic and cultural values.
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Taiwanese youth detained for 6 hours in Shanghai over past Amnesty International work
A Taiwanese man was held and interrogated for six hours by plainclothes officers at Shanghai airport due to prior Amnesty International employment.
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Uber to Cut 3,300 Jobs Globally to Streamline Management and Operations
Uber announced it will lay off 3,300 employees, about 10% of its workforce, to reduce management layers and simplify its organizational structure.
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Malaysia cuts unsubsidised fuel prices by 5 sen per litre from September 3 to 9, 2026
Malaysia will reduce unsubsidised RON97, RON95, and diesel prices by 5 sen per litre from September 3 to 9, 2026.
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Accountant charged for aiding RM2.53 million tax under-reporting by Penshrimp Fishery
Chew Ai Keow, 63, pleaded not guilty to assisting Penshrimp Fishery in under-reporting RM2.53 million taxes in Penang.
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Tiger Woods receives five-year license suspension after Florida crash plea deal
Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to reckless driving and refusal to test, getting a five-year license suspension and fines after his March rollover crash in Florida.
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Three teenagers remain missing after four swept away at Tanjung Lompat beach in Malaysia
Four 16-year-old boys were swept out to sea at Tanjung Lompat beach on September 2; one body found and three remain missing after search efforts.[s1,s3]
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Dropbox confirms breach of about 5,000 user accounts in August 2026
Dropbox confirmed hackers breached around 5,000 user accounts in August by exploiting Lenovo ID integration flaws.
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Nintendo adds eight-player split-screen in free Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update for Switch 2
Nintendo released a free Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update adding Switch 2 support and eight-player local split-screen multiplayer.