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Goldman Sachs warns AI reliance may dull reasoning skills in young bankers
Goldman Sachs partner Chris Churchman warned that heavy AI use threatens cognitive decline and weakens training for junior bankers and traders on Wall Street.
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US plans 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods ahead of Trump-Xi September summit
The US is considering a 7.5% tariff on Chinese imports over manufacturing overcapacity before the Trump-Xi summit on September 24, 2026.
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Hebei's Kangbao county cabbages found dipped in formaldehyde, authorities launch probe
Authorities in Hebei's Kangbao county confirmed cabbages were illegally treated with formaldehyde and launched investigations after exposure by a blogger on August 22, 2026.
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Trump bought SpaceX shares days after its record IPO, disclosure shows
President Donald Trump purchased between $15,001 and $50,000 in SpaceX shares on June 23, shortly after the company’s historic IPO.
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US Treasury to double long-term bond buybacks starting September 9, may use cash reserves
The US Treasury will double quarterly buybacks of 10- to 30-year bonds to $4 billion beginning September 9, possibly using Treasury General Account funds.
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Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ football sells for $3.35 million at US auction
The football used by Diego Maradona to score the ‘Hand of God’ goal sold for $3.35 million at a US auction in August 2026.
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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Target Russian Energy Sites, Rattle Kremlin Amid Putin Conference
Ukrainian forces struck Russian energy and military targets inside Russia, including Saint Petersburg, causing Kremlin panic, EU's Kaja Kallas says.
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US services sector growth accelerates in May amid supply chain concerns from Iran war
The US services sector PMI rose to 54.5 in May as companies increased orders and inventories ahead of expected supply shortages linked to the Iran conflict.
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Heavy Rain and Flooding Impact Southern Taiwan, Japan, and Eastern China in August 2026
Southern Taiwan, Japan, and eastern China faced severe rainfall and flooding in late August and early September 2026.
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UN report details huge environmental costs of AI infrastructure, urges sustainability
A UN report reveals AI data centres consume massive resources and produce growing e-waste, calling for transparency and sustainable practices.
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Japanese cross-party parliamentary delegation visits China, first since Takaichi's Taiwan remarks
A three-member Japanese cross-party delegation visited China August 24-27, 2026, aiming to ease strained relations after 2025 Taiwan-related remarks by PM Takaichi.
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Euro Area Sees 0.6% Rise in Producer Prices but Retail Sales Drop 0.4% in April 2026
Euro area producer prices rose 0.6% in April, while retail sales fell 0.4%, and GDP declined in first quarter 2026.
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Taiwan urges Japan and Philippines to respect its maritime rights in border talks
Taiwan demanded Japan and the Philippines respect its territory and rights in upcoming maritime boundary negotiations overlapping its waters.
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Japan raises wages amid bankruptcy surge; Taiwan plans minimum wage hike and industry support
Japan saw a 5.37% wage rise and record employee resignation bankruptcies in 2025; Taiwan expects minimum wage above 30,000 NTD and urges industry aid.
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China’s property service firms face fee collection crisis amid real estate slump
Property service providers in China struggle to collect management fees as homeowners and developers with unsold flats refuse payments.
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Japan’s PM Takaichi backs Pacific Island support and nuclear power expansion
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged aid to Pacific Island nations and endorsed expanding nuclear power in Japan at a Tokyo summit.
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Chinese National Pleads Not Guilty to Murdering Colleague in Cheras Restaurant
Yang Yahong pleaded not guilty in the High Court to stabbing colleague Zhang Wei multiple times in Cheras in 2024.
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Ukraine marks 35th Independence Day with Zelensky’s defiant peace call amid attacks
Ukraine celebrated 35 years of independence on August 24 with President Zelensky’s speech and visits by European leaders amid ongoing Russian attacks.
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US Treasury expands long-term buybacks as Fed hawkish tone pressures dollar
US Treasury doubled long-term security buybacks to ease borrowing costs while Fed Chair Warsh signaled possible rate hikes amid inflation fight.
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Alibaba raises HK$80 billion in record Hong Kong share sale to fund AI expansion
Alibaba completed a HK$80 billion ($10.2 billion) share sale in Hong Kong to finance its artificial intelligence projects.
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Bitcoin surges above $80,000 as US bond buybacks and short squeezes boost demand
Bitcoin broke $80,000 on August 25 after US Treasury bond buyback plans and heavy short liquidations sparked a 23% weekly gain.
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Alibaba raises HKD 80 billion in Hong Kong share offering to fund AI expansion
Alibaba sold 710 million new shares at a discount to raise about HKD 80 billion for AI investments amid a profit drop and stock decline.
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EU Approves Additional €6.1 Billion Military Aid for Ukraine Defense Systems
The European Commission approved €6.1 billion more for Ukraine to buy air and missile defense systems amid increasing Russian missile strikes.
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Shein Plans Hong Kong IPO to Raise HKD 13.86 Billion with $27 Billion Valuation
Shein filed for a Hong Kong IPO aiming to raise HKD 13.86 billion with a valuation near $27 billion, listing on Sept. 1, 2026.