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Nick Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive cocaine test at Mallorca Open
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios was provisionally suspended on August 4 after testing positive for a cocaine metabolite from a June 22 sample.
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COE premiums rise across most categories in August 19 Singapore bidding exercise
Singapore's August 19 COE bidding saw premiums rise in four of five categories as demand remained strong.
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South Korea considers Jeonbuk for new financial hub to ease Seoul overcrowding
South Korea is exploring Jeonbuk province, 200 km south of Seoul, as a new financial center to reduce concentration in the capital region.
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Brandon Nakashima rallies past Daniil Medvedev at Cincinnati Open third round
Brandon Nakashima saved three match points to upset Daniil Medvedev 6-7(3) 7-6(4) 6-1 at the Cincinnati Open on August 18.
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Peter Seah steps down as National Wages Council chairman; Hsieh Fu Hua takes over
Peter Seah stepped down as National Wages Council chairman and was succeeded by Hsieh Fu Hua on August 19, 2026.
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US unions and advocacy groups sue to block new visa time limits for foreign students and journalists
A coalition filed suit August 18 to block DHS rules capping student, exchange visitor, and journalist visas starting September 15.
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Jeff Bezos-led Consortium Acquires Nearly 38% Stake in Liverpool FC
A consortium including Jeff Bezos has bought a close to 38% stake in Liverpool FC from Fenway Sports Group.
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Singapore denies allowing export of construction waste to Pontian, Johor for dumping
Singapore’s NEA denies export of construction and demolition waste for disposal in Johor amid Malaysian investigations of illegal dumping.
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Climate disasters cause growing economic losses, strain Europe's public finances
Europe faces rising public costs from frequent climate disasters causing massive economic losses and insurance shortfalls.
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Mandai Wildlife Reserve opens African-themed Rainforest Wild Adventure East zone
Mandai Wildlife Reserve opened the African-inspired Rainforest Wild Adventure East zone on May 29, 2026.
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French Teen Accused of Licking iJooz Straw in Singapore Returns as Case Adjourned
Didier Maximilien, 18, returned from overseas trip as his Singapore court case over licking a vending machine straw was adjourned to June 26.
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Israeli Strikes Damage Multiple UNESCO-Protected Heritage Sites in Southern Lebanon
Israeli military attacks near Tyre and Nabatieh damaged historic sites under UNESCO protection, drawing condemnation from Lebanese officials and NGOs.
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Raphael Collignon Beats Ben Shelton to Reach French Open Third Round
Belgian Raphael Collignon defeated world No. 5 Ben Shelton 7-5, 6-4, 6-4 at the French Open on May 28 to reach the third round.
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Egypt beats Russia 1-0 in World Cup warm-up friendly in Cairo
Egypt defeated Russia 1-0 in a World Cup warm-up friendly match in Cairo on May 28, 2026.
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Tunnel strengthening works cause Circle Line delays in Singapore from Jan to Apr 2026
Tunnel strengthening on Singapore’s Circle Line from January 17 to April 19 caused up to 30-minute delays during peak hours and longer journeys at other times.
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Drone attacks target oil tankers off Turkey and infrastructure in southern Russia amid conflict
Drone attacks struck oil tankers near Turkey and Ukraine’s Black Sea coast, while Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil sites in late May 2026.
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Keir Starmer defends government policies after Tony Blair criticizes Labour direction
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejected Tony Blair’s criticism of his government’s policies and Labour’s direction today.
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Victoria Junior College sweeps A Division floorball titles for third straight year
Victoria Junior College girls and boys teams both won A Division floorball titles, with girls beating Nanyang JC 4-0 and boys winning on penalties vs Eunoia JC.
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US Military Planes at Ben Gurion Airport Reduce Capacity, Cause Heavy Losses
Ben Gurion Airport is operating at one-third capacity due to US military planes, triggering major flight cancellations and $248 million losses over two months.
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Bayer Leverkusen tops Bundesliga profit ranking with 133 million euros net income in 2025
Bayer Leverkusen reported a net income of 133 million euros in the fiscal year ending June 2025, leading Bundesliga clubs in profit.
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Ballon d'Or 70th Anniversary Ceremony to Be Held in London for First Time
The 70th Ballon d'Or ceremony will take place in London on October 26, 2026, marking the first time the event is held outside Paris.
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Latvia parliament approves Andris Kulbergs-led government after drone dispute
Latvia’s parliament approved a new four-party government led by Andris Kulbergs on May 28, following a coalition collapse over drone security issues.
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Mamelodi Sundowns win African Champions League with 8 players in South Africa's World Cup squad
Mamelodi Sundowns secured the African Champions League title, boosting South Africa's World Cup squad featuring eight Sundowns players.
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Osim founder Ron Sim sells 7.3% stake in Trek 2000, drops legal claims
Ron Sim sold a 7.3% stake in Trek 2000 to Azure Capital and withdrew legal claims against the company in May 2026.