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Disasters & Emergencies

Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) faces possible aftershocks for up to 30 days following a magnitude 5.7 earthquake. The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) and the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) are monitoring the situation and preparing aid. While thousands of aftershocks have been recorded, the BMKG confirms no tsunami risk.

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Crime & Justice

The United States is launching a campaign to isolate and dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC). U.S. officials deem the court an intolerable threat to American sovereignty and warn of new sanctions against its actions.

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Lagos Power Supply Boost

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Energy & Infrastructure

Nigeria's Federal Government and Transmission Company of Nigeria have significantly boosted Lagos' electricity capacity through substation upgrades and new transformers. These initiatives add hundreds of megawatts to the network, aiming to improve power supply across the state.

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Health & Science

Moderna's personalized mRNA cancer vaccine achieved positive results in a Phase 3 trial for melanoma, leading to a significant surge in its stock price. The success follows the company's earlier prominence as a COVID-19 vaccine provider.

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China Korea Summit

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Elections & Politics

China is considering a November summit with South Korea, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi visiting Seoul to pledge a constructive role for Korean Peninsula peace. Wang also stated that a North Korea-U.S. summit is up to those two countries, urging the U.S. to abandon its hostile policy.

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Conflict & Security

Over 100 Indonesian Hajj pilgrims are hospitalized in Saudi Arabia, with repatriation efforts underway. This follows reports of 350 Indonesian pilgrims dying during the 2026 Hajj, a decrease from the previous year. Meanwhile, a restaurant in Madinah offers Indonesian cuisine near Mount Uhud.

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Crime & Justice

German prosecutors have arrested a Ukrainian national in Croatia, identifying him as a suspect in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline sabotage. This marks the second arrest in connection with the incident, with Croatian and German authorities cooperating on the investigation. Danish officials have declined to comment on the development.

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Economy & Trade

President Prabowo Subianto has nominated Destry Damayanti and Aida S. Budiman for key leadership positions at Bank Indonesia. The nominations emphasize a commitment to the central bank's independence.

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Conflict & Security

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated his intention to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un by year-end, signaling potential renewed summit talks. However, Kim's sister has expressed skepticism about reported secret U.S.-North Korea discussions.

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Elections & Politics

South Korea's government is considering building youth housing on a portion of Yongsan Park, sparking political debate. Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon vows to protect the park as the city's last large green space, criticizing the development plan. Opposition parties also criticize the government's proposal.

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Conflict & Security

The Israeli military is launching criminal investigations into two cases of Palestinian deaths in Gaza. These probes include the January 2024 death of 5-year-old Hind Rajab and the March 2025 deaths of two rescue workers.

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Budgetary Matters

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Economy & Trade

Uganda's government allocated Shs571.5 billion to boost tourism in its 2026/27 budget. Austria's dual budget for 2027 and 2028 involves spending adjustments, including reduced climate funding, which the opposition criticizes as 'organized irresponsibility.' Indonesia requested an additional budget for Hajj preparations.

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Latvia CSDD Cyberattack

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Conflict & Security

Latvia's Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) suffered a cyberattack, potentially exposing customer data and prompting calls for leadership resignations. The incident highlights vulnerabilities and has led to demands for explanations regarding the refusal of early warning cyber sensors.

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Disasters & Emergencies

A fire at the Shikha Inn hotel in Kolkata, India, killed at least nine people, including a child. Authorities ordered the hotel's indefinite closure and initiated citywide safety checks. Preliminary investigations suggest an air conditioning unit may have caused the blaze.

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Nine die in India hotel fire

At least nine people, including a child, died in a devastating fire that engulfed a hotel in Kolkata, India, early Wednesday morning. Senior fire officials reported that the blaze caused thick smoke, โ€ฆ

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Sports

South Korean footballer Lee Kang-in is set to debut for Atlรฉtico Madrid in Seoul, potentially wearing the No. 7 jersey previously worn by Griezmann. Meanwhile, Kim Min-soo, dubbed 'the next Lee Kang-in,' is attracting interest from Spanish clubs for a possible La Liga move.

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Qixi Festival Promotions

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Culture & Society

Taiwan is embracing the Qixi Festival with various initiatives, including a health bureau video promoting sexual health and a numerologist's advice for romance. Starbucks is also offering a buy-one-get-one-free deal for the occasion.

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Crime & Justice

Actress Hayden Panettiere died at age 36 in South Carolina after suffering cardiac arrest. Police are investigating but found no signs of foul play. Her on-and-off boyfriend, Brian Hickerson, and his brother were present and called emergency services. Panettiere's estimated fortune is between $6 million and $10 million.

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Sports

Paraguayan striker รlex Arce leads the Copa Libertadores scoring race with eight goals after a hat-trick, propelling Independiente Rivadavia to a knockout berth. Other Paraguayan footballers are also dominating the scoring charts as the tournament nears its end.

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Economy & Trade

Bank Indonesia and China's People's Bank of China are strengthening their bilateral cooperation, a move praised by Indonesian officials aiming to bolster the rupiah and bilateral trade. Meanwhile, Indonesia's foreign debt has seen a slight increase, reaching nearly $440 billion in April.

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Kyrgios Cocaine Test

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Sports

Tennis player Nick Kyrgios faces a provisional suspension and potential career-ending consequences after testing positive for cocaine metabolites. The positive test, which occurred in June, has led to widespread reporting across multiple countries, with the International Tennis Integrity Agency confirming the suspension.

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Culture & Society

Mexico's UNAM is investigating alleged irregularities and potential AI use in its virtual entrance exams. The university denies claims of a complete exam replacement while a commission reviews the admissions process for fairness.

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Culture & Society

Argentine actress Moria Casรกn's 1999 TV show featured a dramatic reunion of her ex-husband and current husband. The incident is being recalled as part of a Netflix series about Casรกn's life, which also features her granddaughter in an acting role.

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Disasters & Emergencies

Indonesia is responding to earthquakes in East Nusa Tenggara, deploying aid and personnel for recovery efforts. Aftershocks have struck the province, but no tsunami threat has been issued. Efforts are underway to restore essential supplies like fuel and LPG.

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Disasters & Emergencies

Farmers in Indonesia are protesting low selling prices that prevent them from affording feed, despite abundant production. In Germany, the agriculture ministry sees no immediate need for drought aid. Meanwhile, South Korean farmers protest deregulation of renewable energy, fearing harm to agriculture.

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