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Former Indonesian Minister Nadiem Makarim Faces Trial for Laptop Procurement Corruption
Nadiem Makarim stands accused of causing $125.64 million in losses through improper laptop deals during 2020–2022 pandemic years.
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Israeli Knesset approves first reading of bill to dissolve parliament and hold early elections
On June 2, Israel’s Knesset voted 106-14 to approve the first reading of a bill to dissolve parliament and hold early elections.
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US Treasury announces sweeping sanctions on Iran, targeting economy and trade partners
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced broad new sanctions on Iran and its trade partners August 24 amid escalating conflict.
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Russian Aircraft Production Climbs 117% in April 2026 Amid Drone Warfare Shift
Russia's aircraft sector output surged 117% in April 2026 year-on-year, driven by massive drone demand as Moscow alters military strategy in Ukraine.
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South Korea Drops Plan to End Gender Segregation in Hospital Rooms After Backlash
South Korea’s health ministry withdrew a May 2026 plan to allow gender-neutral hospital rooms after over 4,000 public objections.
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Tan Chong Meng named chairman of Singapore's Council of Presidential Advisers
Tan Chong Meng appointed chairman of Singapore's Council of Presidential Advisers on June 1, 2026, succeeding Eddie Teo.
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Charity director and another man charged with extortion and cheating in Singapore
Benjie Ng Ser Kwei and Jovel Lim Yi’an were charged in May 2025 with extortion and cheating offences in Singapore.
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Seoul fines up to 1 million won for feeding pigeons in no-feeding zones starting July 2025
Seoul Metropolitan Government began fining up to 1 million won for feeding pigeons in designated no-feeding zones from July 2025.
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Seven killed in head-on crash involving wrong-way vehicle and police car in northeast England
Seven people, including two police officers, died after a wrong-way vehicle collided with a police car on August 22 near Middlesbrough.
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BTS to hold four-night Arirang concerts at Singapore National Stadium in December
BTS will perform four shows at Singapore National Stadium in December with tickets on sale starting June 3 for ARMY members.
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Ukraine's drone strikes hit Russian economic targets amid Putin's retaliation warnings
Ukrainian drones attacked Russian economic infrastructure this summer, prompting Putin to warn of retaliation against Ukraine's key sectors.
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Zelenskiy announces expanded Ukrainian strikes on Russian logistics amid warnings of massive attacks
President Zelenskiy said Ukraine can target Russian logistics across occupied areas and called for more air defenses amid fresh Russian missile and drone strikes.
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At least 13 Tunisians missing after migrant boat sinks off Tunisia
A migrant boat carrying about 15 people sank off Tunisia en route to Italy, leaving at least 13 missing and two survivors rescued.
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Indonesia Deploys 1,500 Troops and Helicopters to Fight Borneo Wildfires
Indonesia sent 1,500 soldiers and six helicopters to Borneo on Aug 22-23 to combat wildfires burning over 200,000 hectares this year.
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Singapore launches $9 million pilot to integrate early palliative care for advanced kidney disease
The National Kidney Foundation and three major hospitals in Singapore launched a $9 million, four-year pilot to offer earlier palliative care for advanced chronic kidney disease patients.
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Romania Approves Measures to Raise Danube Water Levels to Cool Cernavoda Nuclear Plant
Romania’s emergency committee approved steps on August 22 to raise Danube water levels for cooling the Cernavoda nuclear plant amid a shutdown.
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Foreign tourist bitten by bear near Lake Towada airlifted to hospital in Japan
A foreign tourist was attacked and bitten by a bear near Lake Towada in northeastern Japan and taken to hospital by air on August 22.
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Eight heavy vehicle drivers to be charged for speeding in Singapore in June 2026
Eight heavy vehicle drivers will face charges on June 2 for speeding in vehicles without required speed limiters.
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Europe faces over 30,000 heat-related deaths amid summer 2026 heatwave
Europe recorded more than 32,000 excess deaths linked to extreme heatwaves and drought from mid-July to mid-August 2026.
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Singapore expands psychiatric nursing home capacity with new facilities and rehabilitation homes
Singapore opened a 257-bed psychiatric nursing home and plans more expansions to reach 1,800 beds by end 2026.
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Singapore's Minister Grace Fu visits London and Paris for nuclear safety talks
Singapore’s Minister of Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu toured London and Paris in June 2026 to discuss nuclear safety and regulation with European counterparts.
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Death toll rises to 20 after nine-story building collapses in Angeles City, Philippines
A nine-story under-construction building collapsed in Angeles City on May 24, killing up to 20 people as rescue efforts continue.
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Suspected WWII Shell Explosion in Papua Kills Five, Injures Nearly 20
A suspected World War II shell exploded under a stilt house in Papua on May 31, killing five and wounding nearly 20.
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Singapore National Eye Centre opens third operating theatre at Sengkang clinic
Singapore National Eye Centre opened a third operating theatre at its Sengkang General Hospital eye clinic in early May 2026 to reduce surgery wait times.