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UN Urges Evacuation of 6,000 Seafarers Stranded in Strait of Hormuz Amid Conflict
The UN called for urgent action to evacuate about 6,000 seafarers stranded on 400 vessels in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing hostilities.
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Malaysia Reaffirms Israeli Nationals Entry Ban Amid US Criticism, Continues Tariff Talks
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed the country’s decades-old Israeli nationals entry ban despite criticism from eight US Congressmen and continues US tariff negotiations.
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ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meet in Manila to Address US-Iran Conflict and Regional Security
ASEAN foreign ministers convened in Manila starting July 21 to discuss regional security, US-Iran war impacts, South China Sea tensions, and Myanmar diplomacy.
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UK PM Andy Burnham Cancels Digital ID Scheme to Prioritize Cost of Living Crisis
Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has scrapped the digital ID scheme launched by Keir Starmer to focus government spending on the cost of living.
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Malaysian Parliament debates internet issues, BNPL debt rise, subsidy misuse, and tax policies
Parliament discussed internet disruptions, West Asia conflict impact, BNPL debt increase, cooking oil subsidy leaks, wealth tax stance, KWAP investment scrutiny, and elderly care SST exemption.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim addresses economic and political challenges amid opposition losses
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim directed ministries to ease manufacturing cost pressures and dismissed early election calls after Pakatan Harapan’s electoral defeat.
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Malaysia secures stable fuel supply amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and updates rice laws
Malaysia confirms stable fuel supply through end-2026 despite Middle East tensions and passes stricter rice market regulations.
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Malaysia calls for UN Security Council veto limits, addresses refugee and regional security issues
Malaysia urged curbs on UN Security Council veto power and advanced refugee and security policies ahead of new term bid.
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Malaysia seeks compensation after Norway cancels Naval Strike Missile contract
Malaysia demands €226 million in compensation and plans negotiations after Norway halts Naval Strike Missile exports over security concerns.
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Amazon’s Market Value Tops $3 Trillion for First Time on August 3, 2026
Amazon.com Inc surpassed $3 trillion in market capitalization on August 3 following a strong post-earnings rally and record share prices.
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EU says TikTok breaches Digital Services Act over minors' account safety settings
The European Commission preliminarily finds TikTok's minor account settings unsafe under EU law, risking a fine up to 6% of global turnover.
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June 2026 European heatwave causes €20 billion in crop losses, hitting France and Hungary hardest
A June 2026 heatwave triggered crop losses worth €20-23 billion across Europe, severely affecting France and Hungary’s grain production.
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Malaysia denies fugitive Jho Low entered country for 1MDB talks in late 2025
Malaysia's Deputy Finance Minister denied claims that fugitive Jho Low secretly returned for 1MDB negotiations with Chinese delegation.
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Indonesia and India sign defence deals including BrahMos and air-to-air missiles
Indonesia and India signed defence agreements on July 7 covering BrahMos cruise missiles and Astra air-to-air missiles.
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Malaysian pilot arrested in Jakarta for smuggling over 70,000 ecstasy pills
A 39-year-old Malaysian pilot was arrested at Jakarta airport on July 29 for allegedly smuggling over 70,000 ecstasy pills into Indonesia.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day breaks domestic opening weekend box office record
Spider-Man: Brand New Day earned $360 million domestically in its opening weekend, setting a new US and Canada box office record.
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Malaysia to Host 2026 Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix at Sepang Circuit in October
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang from October 2-4, 2026, marking F1's return after nine years.
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SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won Ordered to Pay Ex-Wife 944 Billion Won in Divorce Settlement
South Korean court ruled SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won must pay ex-wife Roh Soh-yeong 944 billion won in record divorce settlement.
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Malaysia rejects US pressure over Israel policy as Negeri Sembilan election concludes
Malaysia reaffirmed its longstanding policy against Israel amid US congressional pressure, while Negeri Sembilan held state elections on August 1.
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Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013, died on July 12, 2026 at age 74.
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OPEC+ agrees to raise oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in September 2026
OPEC+ members led by Saudi Arabia and Russia agreed to increase oil production quotas by 188,000 barrels per day in September amid Middle East conflict.
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Funeral ceremonies for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei enter sixth day amid mass mourning
Millions mourn Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei across Iran and Iraq as funeral ceremonies continue through August 6 burial.
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Formula 1 to Return to Malaysia’s Sepang Circuit on October 4, 2026, Replacing Bahrain Grand Prix
Malaysia’s Sepang International Circuit will host the Bahrain Grand Prix on October 4, 2026, replacing the postponed Bahrain race amid Middle East conflict.
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Japan’s Economy Nears Record 74-Month Postwar Growth Streak
Japan’s economy is close to surpassing 73 consecutive months of expansion since May 2020 amid household financial pressure.