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UK government releases extensive Mandelson files exposing Labour infighting and controversies
UK government published over 1,000 pages of documents on Peter Mandelson's ambassadorial tenure revealing Labour Party conflicts and leadership criticism.
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Australian man detained after damaging Da Nang Ge Cafe in late-night rampage
An Australian man was detained in Da Nang after causing extensive damage and fighting with customers at Ge Cafe.
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China protests US actions against Xinhua reporter amid escalating media dispute
China condemned US visa revocation of a Xinhua reporter and demands protection for Chinese journalists amid media tensions.
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Darline Graham Admits Lack of National Security Expertise in South Carolina Senate Debate
Darline Graham acknowledged limited knowledge on Taiwan and national security during the August 18 Republican primary debate in South Carolina.
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17-year-old girl killed in sword attack at Swedish high school
An 18-year-old former student attacked Brinell High School in Fagersta with a sword, killing a 17-year-old girl and injuring three others on August 21, 2026.
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China considers bid to host 2028 UN climate summit COP33 amid rising geopolitical stakes
China is weighing a bid to host the 2028 UN climate talks, COP33, aiming to boost its global climate leadership role, officials say.
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Explosion at Myanmar mining explosive storage kills dozens in Shan state
An explosion at a mining explosive storage in Shan state’s Kaungtup village killed 40 to 55 people and injured dozens on May 31.
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Fans break glass door at packed Zhang Linghe event in Nanning, event moves online
Fans broke a glass door at a Nanning mall on May 31, forcing cancellation of Zhang Linghe's in-person Molsion brand event due to safety concerns.
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China Conducts Military and Coast Guard Patrols Near Scarborough Shoal Amid Philippine Warnings
China’s military and coast guard patrolled near Scarborough Shoal on May 31, 2026, amid ongoing disputes with the Philippines.
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Belgian Prince Laurent legally recognizes 26-year-old car salesman as his son after DNA test
Prince Laurent of Belgium has legally recognized 26-year-old Clément Vandenkerckhove as his son following a DNA test showing a 99.5% match.
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Ethel Caterham Celebrates 117th Birthday as World’s Oldest Living Person
British woman Ethel Caterham marked her 117th birthday on August 21, 2026, holding the record as the world’s oldest living person.
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Six-year-old boy dies after teacher slaps him in Indian private school
A six-year-old boy died after being slapped by his teacher at a private school in Visakhapatnam, India, on August 20.
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China and Indonesia hold inaugural Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue in Jakarta
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono held the first China-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue in Jakarta on August 21, 2026.
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Two apartment building fires in Switzerland leave 5 missing and 19 injured
Two overnight fires struck apartment buildings in Thusis and Schaffhausen, leaving five missing and 19 injured across both incidents.
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Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Dies Amid Plagiarism Scandal; Accuser Suspended by Ghent University
Jason Arday resigned from Cambridge amid plagiarism claims and was found dead days later; accuser Nathan Cofnas has been suspended by Ghent University.
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Hong Kong court convicts pro-democracy activists Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung of inciting subversion
Two former leaders of Hong Kong's Tiananmen vigil group were found guilty of inciting subversion under the national security law.
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Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim affirms Taiwan as part of China, supports use of force to maintain unity
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Taiwan is part of China and endorsed use of force to prevent secession, drawing condemnation from Taiwan.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim backs China’s claim on Taiwan, sparks regional tensions
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated Taiwan is part of China and justified military force against secession in a recent interview, drawing wide criticism.
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Dead humpback whale Timmy towed ashore on Danish island Anholt for postmortem
The dead humpback whale Timmy was pulled ashore on Anholt island, Denmark, for examination after drifting for weeks at sea.
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ASEAN chief says US-China easing of tensions key for South-east Asia stability
ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn said US and China steps to ease tensions are crucial for South-east Asia’s stability and development.
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US announces unprecedented coordinated sanctions aimed at collapsing Iranian economy
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans for the largest coordinated sanctions targeting Iran and urged allies including China to join or face consequences.
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Taiwan and Japan Propose Record Defense Budgets for Fiscal 2027
Taiwan approved a NT$1.12 trillion defense budget and Japan proposed a ¥8.9 trillion defense request for fiscal year 2027.
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Four workers killed by express train at Shin-Kanuma Station in Japan
Four workers died after being struck by an express train while removing weeds at Shin-Kanuma Station on August 20, 2026.
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China's Wang Yi visits Seoul to urge US policy shift on North Korea and boost peace talks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Seoul Aug 18-20 to call for US policy change on North Korea and promote regional peace efforts.