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Asian Games organizers seek to reduce participants after registrations top 17,000
Organizers of the 2026 Asian Games are discussing reducing participant numbers after registrations exceeded 17,000, above the 15,000 target.
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Microsoft Xbox launches disc-to-digital feature for Xbox One and Series X games
Microsoft Xbox announced a new feature letting players convert physical Xbox One and Series X discs into digital licenses tied to those discs.
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Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 in Tokyo hospital
Yayoi Kusama, celebrated for her polka dots and pumpkin sculptures, died August 14 in Tokyo at 97 from multiple organ failure.
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Trial of 9/11 accused mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed set for June 2028
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three co-defendants will stand trial in a US military tribunal starting June 5, 2028.
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China deploys record 244 government ships around Taiwan in July 2026 amid rising pressure
China deployed a record 244 coast guard, research, and government ships around Taiwan in July 2026, doubling numbers from previous months.
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Bank of Korea raises benchmark rate to 3% for second time amid inflation and growth
The Bank of Korea raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.00%, marking a second consecutive hike amid rising inflation and strong economic growth.
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Landslide and floods at Nepal-Tibet border kill over 160, hundreds missing
A massive landslide near the Nepal-Tibet border on August 26 triggered floods, killing at least 160 and leaving hundreds missing on both sides.
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Japan and U.S. agree $1 billion AI science partnership under Genesis Mission
Japan and the U.S. governments announced a five-year, $1 billion joint plan to advance AI-driven scientific research on June 4, 2026.
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China enforces strict eyeglass inspections to block AI cheating in 2026 gaokao exam
China deployed strict inspections of eyeglasses to prevent AI-enabled cheating as the 2026 gaokao began June 7.
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Putin and Mirziyoyev Launch Construction of Uzbekistan's First Nuclear Power Plant
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev launched Uzbekistan’s first nuclear power plant construction on June 4, 2026.
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Apple to unveil iPhone 18 Pro, foldable iPhone Ultra on September 9 in Cupertino
Apple will hold its 2026 product launch on September 9, debuting the iPhone 18 Pro series and its first foldable iPhone Ultra.
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GTA 6 Prologue Featuring Lucia Leaked Online by Hacker Cyberleek
Hacker Cyberleek leaked 4:38 minutes of GTA 6 prologue footage featuring new protagonist Lucia and demanded cosplay protests before more leaks.
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Flash flood in Nepal’s Himalayan region kills 72 and leaves hundreds missing near Tibet border
Flash flood triggered by ice-rock avalanche swept through Nepal’s Rasuwa district near Tibet, killing 72 and leaving hundreds missing, officials say.
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Stuart Fairchild Records First 2026 MLB Hit and RBI for Guardians Against Yankees
Stuart Fairchild hit his first MLB hit and RBI of 2026 on June 5 against Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodón, driving in Cleveland’s only run in a 2-1 loss.
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Hebei traders illegally used formaldehyde to preserve Chinese cabbages, authorities investigate
Vegetable traders in Kangbao County, Hebei, illegally dipped Chinese cabbages in formaldehyde, sparking a food safety probe and market bans across China.
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OpenAI launches ChatGPT's Dreaming V3 with improved memory and efficiency
OpenAI introduced Dreaming V3, an enhanced memory system for ChatGPT, boosting accuracy and cutting compute needs fivefold.
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Apple approves Poke as first AI agent on Messages for Business platform
Apple approved startup Poke as the first AI agent on its Messages for Business platform in early June 2026.
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Canada launches $500M fund and equity stakes to boost domestic AI startups
Canada unveiled its 'AI for All' strategy on June 4, 2026, including a $500 million fund and equity investments in AI firms.
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Hong Kong to release first five-year plan alongside policy address on September 16
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced the city’s first five-year plan and annual policy address will be released together on September 16, 2026.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit Kyrgyzstan and Egypt for SCO summit and state talks
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Kyrgyzstan and Egypt from August 30 to September 3, 2026, for the SCO summit and bilateral talks.
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US to impose 7.5% excess capacity tariffs on Chinese goods ahead of Xi-Trump summit
The US plans a 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods over excess capacity before the September 24 summit between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
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Bill Gates urges global AI rules, robot tax, and human-only jobs to address AI risks
Bill Gates calls for international AI regulation, a robot tax, and reserving some jobs for humans amid rising AI risks.
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North Korea to send about 100 athletes to 2026 Asian Games in Japan
North Korea will send around 100 athletes to compete in 14 sports at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan from September 19 to October 4.
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SoftBank plans record ¥1 trillion retail bond to fund OpenAI investment
SoftBank Group will issue ¥1 trillion in retail bonds to finance its AI investments including OpenAI funding.