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Russia launches large-scale missile and drone strikes on Ukraine, killing dozens
Russia launched massive missile and drone attacks on Ukraine on August 27-28, killing at least 38 and injuring dozens more.
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China-US trade truce likely extended as Xi Jinping plans US visit in September
China and the US are expected to extend their trade truce for about a year ahead of Xi Jinping's September 24 visit to meet Donald Trump.
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Dutch court sentences Eugene N to life for 1994 Rwanda genocide crimes
A Dutch court sentenced Eugene N to life imprisonment for war crimes and genocide during the 1994 Rwanda genocide.
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Selangor Sultan Warns Against Betrayal of Trust and Greed in National Day Speech
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah urged Muslims to reject betrayal and greed while marking Selangor's 69th National Day today.
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Malaysia studies proposals to support MSMEs under 2027 Budget
Malaysia’s government is reviewing proposals to boost micro, small and medium enterprises ahead of Budget 2027.
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China’s largest banks report first-half profit growth amid easing margin pressure
ICBC and China’s top banks posted 3-5% profit growth in H1 2026 as net interest margins improved slightly amid lower funding costs.
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Traffic accidents and injuries rise in Singapore first half of 2026 despite fewer deaths
Singapore Police reported a 2.7% rise in traffic accidents with injuries or deaths but a decline in fatalities in first half of 2026.
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Singaporean sentenced to 5 years for aiding Cambodian crime ring in S$650,000 scam
Muhammad Firdaus Abdul Rahman was jailed for five years for helping a Cambodian crime ring scam over S$650,000 from Singapore victims.
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Typhoon Saudel makes double landfall in Zhejiang, China, disrupting travel and prompting evacuations
Typhoon Saudel struck Zhejiang province twice on August 28, causing flight, ferry, and rail service suspensions and large-scale evacuations.
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Japanese organisers say no accommodation for extra Asian Games participants beyond 15,000
Nagoya Asian Games organisers confirm no housing for about 2,000 additional athletes and officials as delegation size rises to 17,000
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Seven charged with vandalism and terrorism links in Trump’s Scottish golf course case
Seven individuals were charged with malicious damage and terrorist connections over vandalism at Trump’s Turnberry golf course in Scotland.
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Syrian President appoints former Kurdish SDF leader Mazloum Abdi as presidential adviser
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa named former SDF commander Mazloum Abdi as presidential adviser following the SDF’s dissolution and integration into state forces.
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King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom dies at 34
King Oyo, the world’s youngest reigning monarch, died on August 27 after ruling Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom since 1995.
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US judge rules Pentagon sanctions on AI firm Anthropic unlawful and blocks enforcement
A US federal judge permanently blocked Pentagon sanctions on AI company Anthropic, ruling the measures unlawful and violating free speech.
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Thailand enacts new deportation rules targeting foreigners who break laws or disrupt society
Thailand implemented new rules on August 28, 2026, to expedite visa revocation and deportation of foreign lawbreakers amid local backlash against disruptive tourists.
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TNB Begins Work on 500kV National Grid Backbone to Boost Malaysia’s Energy Security
Tenaga Nasional Bhd started building a 500kV transmission line across Peninsular Malaysia to strengthen energy security and support the energy transition.
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LSH Infra-Pertama Makmur JV awarded Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan Elevated Highway project
A joint venture between LSH Infra and Pertama Makmur won the contract for the Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan Elevated Highway today.
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Singapore mandates cool water, breathable clothing, ice packs for outdoor workers from Dec 1
Singapore will require employers to provide cool water, breathable clothing, ice packs, and heat stress training to outdoor workers starting December 1, 2026.
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Star Citizen Spinoff Squadron 42 Delayed to Q2 2027 to Avoid GTA 6 Launch Crowd
Cloud Imperium Games delayed Squadron 42 to Q2 2027 to avoid coinciding with GTA 6's late 2026 release window.
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One dam at critical level and nine at warning amid El Niño drying pressure on Malaysia's dams
Malaysia’s National Water Services Commission reports one dam at critical level and nine at warning across the peninsula and Labuan amid El Niño effects.
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Malaysia to provide allowance for Form Six students starting Budget 2027
The Malaysian government will introduce an allowance for Form Six students in Budget 2027, to be tabled in October 2026.
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Malaysia PM Anwar pledges billions seized from illegal proceeds to fund education and healthcare
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledged to return billions of ringgit seized from illegal activities to fund education and healthcare, and referred Saravanan's letter to authorities.
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Japan Sees First Birth Increase in 11 Years in First Half of 2026
Japan recorded 342,068 births in the first half of 2026, up 0.8% from 2025, marking the first rise in births since 2015.
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PNB-ASNB’s ASM 2 Wawasan fund declares RM1.31 billion income distribution for FY 2026
PNB’s unit trust management arm ASNB announced RM1.31 billion income distribution for ASM 2 Wawasan fund for the year ending August 31, 2026.