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Sand River residents forced to buy water after municipality misses deadline
The City of Mbombela failed to restore water supply in Mpumalanga, leaving residents without functioning taps or tankers.
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Eskom doubles annual profit to R30.3 billion
South Africa's state power utility reports surge in earnings following the end of load-shedding and reduced diesel costs.
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Brazil and US Meet to Negotiate Potential Trade Tariffs
Officials from both nations met Monday to seek a solution before a looming US decision on new tariffs against Brazilian products.
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Argentina raises train and bus fares in Buenos Aires
The government of President Javier Milei implements monthly transport price hikes across the metropolitan area.
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Jalisco students return to school as some campuses remain closed
Over 1.5 million students began the 2026-2027 school year, but unfinished renovations force some schools into virtual learning.
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SABC Appoints Heidi Giokos as Weekend Fullview Presenter
The South African Broadcasting Corporation adds the journalist to its news team following her departure from eNCA.
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Lula Tied With Flávio Bolsonaro and Ronaldo Caiado in New Poll
A Nexus/BTG poll shows the Brazilian president in a technical tie with key opponents in hypothetical second-round scenarios.
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Vatican delegation arrives in Buenos Aires to plan papal visit
Officials landed Sunday to coordinate security and logistics for Pope Leon XIV's trip to Argentina scheduled for November.
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Global Study Links Gratitude Practices to Higher Life Satisfaction
Research involving participants from 34 countries finds that gratitude exercises improve mood and reduce feelings of envy.
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Nepal rescue teams search for hundreds trapped in hydropower tunnels
A glacier collapse and heavy rains triggered flash floods on the Bhote Koshi river, leaving thousands missing.
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Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team
The football star announced his departure on social media, stating he has nothing more to give after two decades of play.
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Nuevo Leon Government Urges Approval of 2027 Budget for Metro Lines
Secretary Miguel Ángel Flores warns that failing to approve the fiscal package could paralyze construction of metro lines 4 and 6.
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US Strikes Iranian Missile Platforms on Larak Island
The United States targeted launch sites in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first direct attack on Iran since late July.
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Xi, Putin and Beyshkian Meet for SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan
Leaders from China, Russia and Iran gathered in Bishkek to address crises facing member states and discuss strategic roles.
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Hundreds dead, thousands missing in Nepal-China border landslide
Heavy monsoon rains triggered devastating floods and mudslides in the Himalayas, burying villages and trapping tourists.
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US-Wanted Cartel Leader 'R5' Killed in Michoacán
Federal forces shot dead Luis Enrique Barragán Chávez during a security operation in Los Reyes.
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PSG Targets Historic Treble as Mourinho Leads Real Madrid
Paris Saint-Germain seeks three major trophies while José Mourinho aims to restore Real Madrid to its former glory.
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Awareness Efforts Highlight Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis
Patients and neurologists share strategies for managing a chronic autoimmune disease that disrupts brain-body communication.
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South Africa's Eskom reports R30.3 billion profit for 2026 financial year
State-owned utility doubles annual profit through higher tariffs and reduced diesel spending despite falling electricity sales.
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Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo's Wealth Rose
A 2025 asset declaration shows the minister holds the majority of his deposits outside of Argentina.
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South Africa Fuel Prices to Rise Wednesday
Petrol and diesel costs will increase at midnight, raising concerns over short-term inflation and logistics expenses.
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Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team
The football icon announced his departure from international play on Monday, marking the end of an era for the national squad.
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Ebola cases in DRC surpass 6,000 as death toll nears 3,000
Authorities report the fastest-spreading Ebola epidemic ever recorded in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
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São Paulo Police Target 'Quebra-Vidro' Gang After Cellphone Theft Surge
Surveillance footage shows a rapid smartphone theft in city traffic, linked to an organized crime network and a recent police operation.
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Red Storm Alert Issued for Southern Brazil as Cyclone Approaches
An extratropical cyclone is expected to bring heavy rain and wind gusts up to 150 km/h to several Brazilian states.
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South Africa hosts dialogue on women's empowerment in human settlements
Minister Thembi Simelane convened a sector dialogue in Johannesburg to strengthen economic commitments for women in the built environment.
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Brazil Congress Reviews Removal of Import Tax on Low-Value Goods
A mixed commission is analyzing a provisional measure to eliminate the 20% tax on online purchases up to US$ 50.
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NYC Mayor Zahran Mamdan Uses TikTok Trend to Address City Issues
The "Mamdan, fix this" hashtag has turned the mayor's social media account into a viral digital service desk for residents.
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Israeli strike kills three in southern Lebanon
An airstrike targeting a house on the outskirts of Zawtar al-Sharqiya resulted in three deaths.
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Singapore R&D Jobs and Business Spending Rise in First RIE2025 Report
Industry research roles grew by a third and business spending hit S$9 billion, according to the National Research Foundation.
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Libyan Representatives Sign 4+4 Agreement to End Political Split
Representatives from eastern and western Libya establish a new roadmap aimed at paving the way for comprehensive national elections.
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Singapore Commits S$220 Million to Boost Fintech Innovation
The Monetary Authority of Singapore will fund AI and frontier technology adoption through the fourth FSTI scheme.
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Singapore and Uzbekistan Explore Governance Partnership
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong proposes leadership training and cooperation on WTO accession and water management.
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Iran Expands Red Sea Influence via Sudan and Houthi Alliances
Strategic partnerships in Port Sudan and Yemen aim to link the Strait of Hormuz with the Bab al-Mandab shipping corridor.
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BYD Launches Lifestyle Perk Card for Singapore Car Owners
The new card provides discounts across 88 brands at more than 600 locations to reward a growing customer base.
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Nepal Rescue Teams Seek Hundreds Trapped in Hydropower Tunnels
Chinese and Indian experts assist Nepal in efforts to reach workers after glacier-triggered floods cause massive casualties.
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Modi and Putin Share Car Ride After Bishkek Talks
The Indian Prime Minister and Russian President traveled together to the Nomad Games during the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan.
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Lionel Messi retires from international football
The Argentina captain announced his departure from the national team via an Instagram video on Monday.
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Pakistan Supreme Court Rejects Uzma Khan's Plea for Early Hearing
The court declined a request to expedite a contempt petition linked to the PIMS fire tragedy involving the sister of Imran Khan.
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Google Maps Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America for US Users
The change follows a presidential order to rename U.S. geographic features to reflect 'America.'
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Iceland Voters Reject Restarting EU Accession Talks
A narrow majority voted against reopening membership negotiations in a Saturday referendum, prioritizing fisheries sovereignty.
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Pakistan to Lead Makkah Defence Pact Secretariat
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey establish a trilateral defensive alliance with a joint secretariat based in Riyadh.
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Trump Declares Emergency Warning Over Iran Tensions
The US President announces executive orders targeting Tehran and asserts total control over the Strait of Hormuz.
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Volunteers Remove Mud from Flood-Damaged Homes in Fukui City
Heavy rain triggered a Level 5 emergency warning, leaving residents and volunteers to clear sediment from houses and guesthouses.
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Japan Requests Nuclear Waste Site Survey in Hitachiomiya
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry seeks a preliminary literature survey for a high-level radioactive waste disposal site.
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Japan's FY2027 Budget Requests Hit Record 143 Trillion Yen
Prime Minister Takashi pushes for growth with a new uncapped investment framework to end years of fiscal restraint.
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News18 India Launches Desh Ki Pathshala With Sushant Sinha
The new flagship prime-time show focuses on news-explainer formats, recently covering PM Modi at the SCO Summit.
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Pakistan to lead Makkah Defence Pact secretariat
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan establish a collective security arrangement with a secretariat based in Makkah.
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Glacier Collapse Triggers Deadly Floods on Nepal-China Border
Thousands are missing and nearly 1,000 dead after a mudslide destroyed five hydroelectric plants and several villages.
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Two Fires Damage Commercial District Near Ise Grand Shrine
Blazes broke out within 200 meters of each other in Ise City, damaging multiple buildings in a busy shopping area.
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye Sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement
The three-nation pact aims to strengthen regional peace and collective security through a landmark military alliance.
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Lionel Messi retires from international football
The Argentine legend ends his national team career following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.
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Pakistan Sacks Coach, Replaces Seven Players After Lord's Defeat
The PCB initiates a massive squad overhaul following a 194-run loss to England, leaving the series at 2-0.
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Nepal begins temporary burials for unidentified flood victims
Authorities in Chitwan district are burying hundreds of bodies in mass graves to prevent health hazards after late-August floods.
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Manisha Koirala calls for global aid after Nepal flash floods
The Bollywood actress urged international support and increased tourism following a glacier collapse that killed more than 900 people.
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Queen Mette-Marit joins procession for late King Harald V
The Norwegian queen consort accompanied the coffin of King Harald V from the Royal Palace to the palace chapel in Oslo.
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SBI Economist Outlines Key Factors for Business Investment in India
Soumya Kanti Ghosh identifies defence, aerospace, and data centres as primary growth sectors during the NDTV Emerging Business Conclave.
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Modi and Putin Meet at SCO Summit to Discuss Peace and Trade
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged an end to the Ukraine war during bilateral talks with Vladimir Putin in Kyrgyzstan.
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Bihar and Jharkhand Sign Sone River Water-Sharing Pact
The agreement ends a 25-year dispute over water rights to benefit irrigation and drinking water access for lakhs of people.
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PM Modi and Iran President Pezeshkian Meet at SCO Summit
Leaders discussed regional security, trade, and the Strait of Hormuz during the 26th SCO summit in Bishkek.