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Venezuelan quake death toll rises to 4,490
Venezuelan authorities report a rise in earthquake deaths to 4,490 but do not provide figures for the missing.

Police Investigate Alleged Child Abuse by Former Sydney Care Worker
Australian police have contacted over 120 families regarding allegations of a former childcare worker who faces charges for 329 offences spanning 16…

US-Iran MoU Fails to Resolve Strait of Hormuz Dispute
Despite a ceasefire agreement, US and Iran have intensified military operations in the Gulf, highlighting unresolved issues over navigation rules in the…

South Korea Court Sentences Ex-President Yoon to Two Years for Illegal Polling
Ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol jailed for two years over illegal polling case.

Gulf stock markets decline amid escalating regional tensions
Major Gulf markets decline amid escalating hostilities and Iran’s assertion over the Strait of Hormuz.

Japanese stock market falls as oil prices surge
Japan’s Nikkei share average closed lower as rising oil prices and earnings season concerns weighed on the market.

Tencent seeks control of Manus following Meta deal block
Chinese regulators force Meta to unwind $2B AI deal; Tencent now eyeing largest share in Manus.

China sets 2030 target for 30% NEV adoption
New Chinese policy aims for increased new energy vehicle adoption while putting pressure on foreign automakers.

Refugee Council warns of over 16,000 separated families in UK
Refugee Council reports over 16,000 separated families due to UK government suspension of family reunion route.

Ukraine allies meet in Paris to boost defence aid
Western leaders gather to boost defence aid for Ukraine.

Gold prices fall as oil surges amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Spot gold drops over 1% due to fears of Strait of Hormuz closure, while oil prices surge and traders anticipate a September…

Japanese stock market declines amid rising oil prices
Japan's Nikkei share average declines 1.12% as investors worry about increased costs from higher oil prices and earnings season pressures.

UK Politics in Flux as Labour Leader Andy Burnham Set to Form New Government
Andy Burnham set to become UK's seventh prime minister in a decade amid political turmoil and concerns over democracy.

Oil prices surge as military strikes threaten Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude futures climbed over 4% amid renewed U.S.-Iran military strikes and concerns over energy shipments via the Strait of Hormuz.

China’s ODMs gaining market share from Taiwan
Chinese notebook ODMs gaining market share from Taiwanese manufacturers due to stronger-than-expected demand and changing supply chain dynamics.

Swedish MEP Files Police Complaint Against Danish Colleague Over Racist Chants
A Swedish MEP has filed a police complaint against her Danish colleague for alleged racist hate speech following anti-immigration chants in the…

Thieves Regret Not Taking More from Louvre Heist
Alleged masterminds of €88 million Louvre heist admit to taking less than they could, leading to the museum director's resignation.

British Tomato Market Sees Shift Towards Rainbow Varieties
Sales of non-red tomatoes have increased by 21% this year, as British consumers show a growing preference for colorful and specialty varieties.

Taiwanese drone firm joins Japan-Ukraine initiative
Jiin Ming Industry attends JUDC launch to expand international presence.

China permits limited Nvidia H200 AI accelerators
China allows select companies access to advanced Nvidia H200 AI accelerators while pursuing self-reliance in semiconductors.


