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Crime & Justice

A bomb threat via WhatsApp disrupted the first day of school at SDN Srengseng Sawah 15 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Police and anti-terrorism units swept the school, but no explosives were found. An introductory event was canceled, and students were sent home.

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Conflict & Security

Ukraine and nine European nations form a coalition to enhance missile defense capabilities across the continent. The initiative, launched in Paris, aims to create integrated anti-ballistic missile systems to address growing threats. President Zelenskyy expects a new European anti-ballistic missile system to be operational within a year.

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Energy & Infrastructure

A pedestrian bridge in South Jakarta is near collapse after being struck by a truck carrying a crane. The incident caused significant damage and traffic disruptions, with police questioning the truck driver.

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Elections & Politics

Violence in Escuinapa, Mexico, left one dead and five injured, prompting increased security operations. In Indonesia, a lawmaker urged childcare standards for pesantren following alleged arson against students. Scientists also analyzed a 100,000-year-old skeleton potentially showing early evidence of intentional human violence.

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Sports

England's manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed the 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup, notably excluding key players like Harry Maguire, Phil Foden, and Cole Palmer, who expressed shock. The selections have generated significant discussion regarding the team's composition.

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Helsinki News Briefs

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Crime & Justice

Helsinki's Metsälä neighborhood is experiencing rapid wealth growth, while police investigate vandalism at a memorial bench for Alexei Navalny. Separately, the cause of slippery bike paths remains unidentified, and an opinion piece argues against weakening the city's maritime character.

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Vienna and Austria News

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Culture & Society

Authorities are investigating an Austrian teenager for extremist content on Instagram, while Vienna's Dompfarrer Toni Faber is stepping down after 30 years. The Vienna Festival Weeks opened with a silent performance, and Austria's national football team will play Nations League matches in Linz and Vienna. Vienna is also planning to introduce a uniform color for all taxis.

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Conflict & Security

The European Union has proposed its 21st sanctions package against Russia, targeting strategic sectors including energy, finance, and fisheries, while also condemning North Korea's support for Russia. Concurrently, Russia is reportedly securing new business opportunities in Africa amidst strained EU-Russia relations.

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Elections & Politics

Democratic Party leader Jeong Cheong-rae is advocating for the complete abolition of the prosecution's investigation rights, emphasizing the party's core principles. Following his resignation as party leader, Jeong met with former President Moon Jae-in.

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EU experts recommend limiting social media access for children under 13, suggesting supervised use or school access only. The European Commission plans to propose legislation to restrict children's access to social media platforms. This initiative aims to enhance child online safety through age verification and platform accountability.

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Conflict & Security

France aims to send a strategic signal about Europe's renewed military focus during Bastille Day celebrations, with Ukrainian forces leading the parade in a show of solidarity. Meanwhile, a French court has overturned a mandatory QR code requirement for the event, citing security concerns.

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Economy & Trade

Taiwan's stock market has hit a new high, surpassing 47,000 points, fueled by the AI sector and TSMC's performance. This surge occurred despite the New Taiwan Dollar weakening past 31.6 and the Central Bank maintaining property curbs, which impacted the construction sector.

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Energy & Infrastructure

Indonesia's sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, has named eight partners for its Waste-to-Energy Project phase II. The initiative will develop projects in eight locations across the country. Danantara is also undertaking 26 national strategic downstreaming projects valued at Rp225 trillion.

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Economy & Trade

SK Hynix has surpassed Samsung Electronics to become South Korea's most valuable company by market capitalization, a first in 27 years. The chipmaker's shares have surged over 340% this year, driven by the global AI boom. This shift is reshaping the stock market and highlighting affluent areas in South Korea's southern Gyeonggi province, where SK Hynix shuttle routes are emerging as indicators of wealth.

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Culture & Society

New Brunswick teachers in Canada will receive a 14.5 percent wage increase over five years, while a Taiwanese candidate vows to protect teachers from excessive work and false accusations. In Mexico, teachers in Baja California Sur extend their strike, demanding service improvements.

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SK Hynix Stock Surge

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Technology

SK Hynix's stock is surging, nearing Samsung Electronics' market capitalization and leading to intensified dominance in the South Korean stock market. This rally has sparked investor interest, with one brokerage raising SK Hynix's target price significantly due to AI and HBM prospects, and even inspiring online memes.

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Elections & Politics

Malaysian MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has been cleared of corruption charges by the Federal Court. The judge humorously suggested he could now plan his wedding. The court's decision marks the end of his appeal process regarding these criminal charges.

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NECO Fee Hike Suspended

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General

Nigeria's government suspends planned fee increases for WAEC and NECO exams, a move hailed by presidential candidate Peter Obi as a victory for Nigerians. The decision follows public outcry and rejection from groups like CERON, who deemed the hike insensitive. The Ministry of Education will consult stakeholders before any future decisions.

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Middle East War Fears

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Economy & Trade

Oil prices surged over 9 percent, the largest gain since 2020, driven by renewed fears of Middle East conflict. While markets in some regions like Asia and France saw price increases and fuel cost hikes respectively, global markets remained relatively calm according to Chinese reports, despite U.S. actions against Iran and threats to shipping routes.

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Taipei Real Estate Slump

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Economy & Trade

Taipei's pre-sale housing market experienced a nearly 40% drop in transactions in 2025, reaching a new high price per ping. Despite this volume decline, the market shows resilience with some transaction volume increases and shop rentals hitting a 12-year high. Housing prices are also driving buyers from Taipei to Keelung, while some Keelung residents move to the greater Taipei area.

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Elections & Politics

The Democratic Party has launched its election campaign committee, vowing to 'punish' perceived 'rebellious forces' and 'cut off roots of sedition.' The committee includes diverse new members, aiming for victory in upcoming local elections.

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ICE Shooting in Maine

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Crime & Justice

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) fatally shot a Colombian man in Maine during an operation. The 26-year-old victim had work authorization in the U.S. This marks the second deadly force incident involving ICE agents in Maine within a week, prompting demands for answers from rights groups.

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Elections & Politics

Leading CDU politicians warn against cooperating with the far-right AfD party ahead of eastern German state elections. Meanwhile, former minister Steinbrück proposes moderating the AfD by defining 'red lines' for dialogue. Germany's domestic intelligence agency is also monitoring individuals blending extremist ideology with Christian symbolism, noting alleged ties to the AfD.

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Serena Williams Wildcard

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Sports

Serena Williams, 44, receives a wildcard entry for the Wimbledon singles tournament, marking her return to Grand Slam singles play. This is her first singles appearance at Wimbledon after a four-year absence.

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