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Crime & Justice

South Korean Supreme Court nominee Kim Seong-su faces scrutiny over leases for apartments linked to his brother-in-law. Reports say he paid a 350 million won deposit for a Gangnam apartment valued at 1.95 billion won, while his confirmation team says he shared it at his mother-in-law’s urging.

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Bishkek Developments

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Technology

Bishkek is transitioning to cashless bus fares, which has revealed deeper systemic issues. The city is also boosting waste processing capacity with a new plant phase and beginning the second phase of sidewalk repairs on Gorky Street. Food delivery services have received sanitary warnings due to increased poisoning risks.

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Economy & Trade

West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi visited a domestic abuse victim and vowed full medical coverage, also offering a substantial reward for the capture of the accused assailant. Separately, the governor banned wedding receptions on provincial roads to prevent public disruption.

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Economy & Trade

South Korean food companies raise prices on instant rice, canned tuna, drinks and other products ahead of Chuseok on Sept. 25. Five major banks, including KB Kookmin Bank, offer special financing totaling 15.2 trillion won for small businesses, while Shinsegae promotes artisan crafts and overseas travel as holiday gifts.

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US-Canada Lake Dispute

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Technology

Former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly ordered the renaming of Lake Ontario to Lake America, citing U.S. investment and territorial claims. Canada, through Prime Minister Mark Carney, rejected the order, emphasizing the lake's Indigenous origins and historical significance.

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Kirk Murder Case

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Crime & Justice

A Utah judge allows prosecutors to seek the death penalty against Tyler Robinson, who pleads not guilty to charges in Charlie Kirk’s fatal shooting. Reports focus on Robinson’s pending trial and the legal consequences in the United States.

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Hwang Joins Schalke

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Sports

South Korea forward Hwang Hee-chan leaves Wolverhampton Wanderers for Schalke 04 on loan through June 30, 2027. Schalke presents the move as a deadline-day signing, while Korean coverage emphasizes his return to Germany after five years.

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Prithvi Highway Crisis

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Energy & Infrastructure

Flood damage and a road collapse block the Prithvi Highway, disrupting LPG supplies to Kathmandu and worsening shortages in Nepal. Authorities plan to send 200 trucks through alternative routes and build a new track above Krishnabhir.

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Osorio Joins Palace

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Sports

Chile’s Darío Osorio joins Crystal Palace from Denmark’s FC Midtjylland on loan, with an option to buy. Chilean coverage highlights his Premier League dream and Midtjylland’s emotional farewell, while reports note Palace’s other deadline-day signings.

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Sinai Bus Crash

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Disasters & Emergencies

A bus crash on Egypt’s South Sinai road between Dahab and Nuweiba kills at least 16 people and injures 28, with one account reporting 22 deaths. Twenty ambulances respond to the scene.

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Coupang Faces Scrutiny

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Crime & Justice

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang is navigating scrutiny, including a U.S. House report criticized as one-sided by South Korea's Democratic Party. The company also recovered monthly payment volumes despite a data leak.

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Crime & Justice

Brazil's Supreme Court has authorized a new federal police investigation into Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, son of President Lula da Silva, for alleged influence peddling. The probe follows revelations of numerous calls between Senator Jaques Wagner and an ex-bank partner, who is also under investigation for bribery. Senator Flávio Bolsonaro criticized the investigation, questioning the police's capacity and suggesting a double standard.

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Crime & Justice

Malaysia prepares for National Day with various events and preparations. Influencers offer community services like free haircuts for the elderly, while authorities confirm the safety of public displays. The West Coast Expressway anticipates a significant increase in daily traffic.

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MAHA 2026 Highlights

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Economy & Trade

Malaysia’s MAHA 2026 records nearly RM12 million in sales during its first three days in Serdang. The exhibition features visits by Perak’s royal couple, porcupine-based products from Kedah, and two camels imported from Australia.

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Sports

Brighton signs Nigerian winger Femi Azeez from Millwall on a four-year contract. Nigerian reports put the deal between an undisclosed fee and a potential record £15 million, including an initial £12.5 million plus add-ons.

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Economy & Trade

South Korea's consumer prices surged 3.2% in June, reaching a 30-month high driven by soaring food and agricultural product costs. While July inflation is expected to moderate, it is anticipated to remain elevated.

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Nepal Floods

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Disasters & Emergencies

Devastating floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district have left 403 tourists missing, including 341 foreigners. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered support to Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah. All local administrative units in Rasuwa have been declared disaster crisis zones.

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Iran and New Zealand are set to play their final Group G match of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles. Iran faces logistical challenges, while New Zealand aims to surprise in their opening match. Separately, Malaysia's hockey team needs a win against New Zealand in the FIH Nations Cup to advance.

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Eom Ji-Sung Stars

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Sports

South Korea’s Eom Ji-sung scores and assists as Welsh club Swansea City beats Watford 2-0 in the 2026-27 English Championship. He earns MVP recognition for a second straight match as Swansea moves among the league leaders.

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Sports

Manchester City signs Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández from Chelsea for a reported £125 million to €145 million, matching or surpassing the Premier League transfer record. English and Nigerian coverage focuses on the record fee, while Indonesian and Korean reports highlight his five-year or long-term contract.

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Joshua Wong Guilty Plea

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Culture & Society

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong, 29, pleads guilty in the city’s High Court to conspiring to collude with foreign forces under the national security law. Singapore-based reports stress the charge and its potential maximum sentence, while Taiwan’s coverage emphasizes Wong’s years behind bars and Hong Kong’s account identifies him as a jailed pro-democracy campaigner.

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Kalimantan Fires

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Disasters & Emergencies

Wildfires burn about 200,000 hectares in Kalimantan, prompting hundreds to pray for rain. Indonesia authorizes 35 foreign aircraft to help fight the fires, while Bulog continues rice distribution despite smoke haze.

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Culture & Society

Robot Benji, a known figure, visited the EL DEBER newspaper in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia. The robot is reportedly in the city for a search.

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Na Sung-Beom Homer

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Sports

South Korea’s KIA Tigers outfielder Na Sung-beom hits a solo home run to right field in the second inning against the NC Dinos. The game takes place in Changwon, South Korea.

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