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Donald Trump nominates Dr. Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner
Donald Trump nominated Dr. Heidi Overton to become commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration.
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Google launches Pixel 11 series with minor hardware updates and AI software features
Google unveiled the Pixel 11 series, featuring subtle hardware changes and new AI-driven software, with prices rising from last year’s models.
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Malaysia expands battery storage projects nationwide to support power grid stability
Malaysia is expanding Battery Energy Storage System projects nationwide to strengthen grid stability amid rising renewable energy use.
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Photo and video journalists in Gaza to receive 2026 Golden Pen of Freedom award
Professional photo and video journalists in Gaza will receive the 2026 Golden Pen of Freedom for risking their lives reporting on the war.
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India Lowers 2026 Monsoon Rainfall Forecast to 90% of Normal, Raising Crop and Inflation Concerns
India revised its June-September 2026 monsoon rainfall forecast to 90% of the long-term average, citing a likely El Niño event and raising concerns over crops and inflation.
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Mitra allocates RM65.5 million for six initiatives aiding 50,000 Indian Malaysians
Mitra received RM65.5 million in 2026 to fund six socioeconomic programmes benefiting over 50,000 Indian community members in Malaysia.
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Singapore health experts confirm COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 symptoms align with earlier strains
Experts say Singapore’s dominant COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 causes symptoms similar to previous strains, dispelling false claims about its severity and detectability.
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Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card suspension lifted after Trump intervention sparks controversy
FIFA lifted Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension after a red card, following US President Trump's public pressure, stirring widespread criticism of refereeing integrity.
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2026 World Cup Betting Revenue Expected to Exceed $50 Billion Globally
Global betting revenue for the expanded 48-team 2026 World Cup is forecast to top US$50 billion, with growing interest in player-specific bets.
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Arsenal and PSG prepare differently for Champions League final amid player fatigue concerns
Arsenal and PSG gear up for May 30 Champions League final in Budapest with contrasting approaches to player rotation and fatigue management.
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Russian drone crashes into Romanian apartment block, injuring two civilians
A Russian drone struck an apartment building in Galați, Romania, injuring two civilians and prompting calls for a firm response.
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Andrew Abdo to succeed Craig Tiley as Tennis Australia chief in August 2026
Andrew Abdo will replace Craig Tiley as Tennis Australia CEO in August, as Tiley moves to lead the USTA amid global tennis reforms.
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Tijjani Reijnders transfers from Manchester City to Al-Qadsiah for £52 million
Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders joined Saudi club Al-Qadsiah on a five-year deal after one year with Manchester City.
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Philippines Chairs ASEAN in 2026 Amid Tourism Challenges and Economic Risks
The Philippines leads ASEAN this year while seeking to boost tourism and managing energy and remittance vulnerabilities.
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France records over 7,300 excess deaths amid historic 2026 summer heatwaves
France has reported more than 7,300 excess deaths linked to a record 52 days of heatwaves from May to late July 2026.
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Ukraine’s former defense minister calls for wartime elections amid political tensions
Mykhailo Fedorov urged Ukraine to hold national elections during wartime despite martial law prohibiting polls.
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Three members of Palestinian-British family drown off Sussex coast
A Palestinian-British family of four got into trouble swimming off Shoreham-by-Sea Tuesday, resulting in three deaths and one critically injured child.
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US 30-year Treasury yield hits highest since 2007 amid inflation and debt concerns
US 30-year Treasury yield climbed above 5.3%, the highest since 2007, driven by inflation fears, rising debt, and large corporate bond issuances.
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Korea Football Association President Chung Mong-gyu to Step Down After 2026 World Cup
Chung Mong-gyu, president of Korea Football Association since 2013, announced he will resign after the 2026 World Cup in North America.
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DSO Engineers Modify 70 Toys to Help Singapore Children with Special Needs Play
DSO National Laboratories gave 70 specially modified toys to Rainbow Centre children aged 7 to 18 on May 29 to aid play for those with special needs.
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Amazon makes AI-powered Alexa+ free for all US Fire TV users
Amazon announced Alexa+ will be free for all compatible Fire TV devices in the US with automatic upgrades starting today.
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Harvey Smith launches Black Pony Immersive studio focused on immersive sims
Harvey Smith has founded Black Pony Immersive, a new Austin studio developing narrative-driven immersive sim RPGs.
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Angie Nixon wins Florida Democratic Senate primary, will face Ashley Moody in November
Florida state representative Angie Nixon secured the Democratic Senate nomination, defeating Alexander Vindman on August 18.
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US Treasury to Double Long-Term Bond Buybacks to Curb Rising Yields
The US Treasury announced it will at least double buybacks of 10- to 30-year bonds to ease rising yields hitting multi-decade highs.