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Vietnam's economy records sustainable development momentum amidst volatile international context

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In the context of a volatile world situation, the Vietnamese economy is still positively assessed by international financial institutions with sustainable development momentum.

More than 380 tourists missing after major floods in Nepal

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About 384 tourists, including 291 foreigners, were reported missing after a serious flash flood occurred in Rasuwa district in northern Nepal.

World 24h: Gold price above 4,600 USD/ounce, cash flow returns to precious metals

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Latest world news August 26: Gold price holds the 4,600 USD/ounce mark, French bank points out strong support; US temporarily suspends global visa issuance schedule...

Accelerating tropical depressions are at risk of strengthening into storms near the East Sea

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After storms Saudel, Narra and Atsani, many areas near the East Sea continue to have the possibility of forming tropical cyclones, with the possibility of strengthening into storms.

Australian police are searching for perpetrators in the theft of 400,000 oysters

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Australian police are searching for the perpetrator who stole about 400,000 oysters from a farm near the town of Taree, New South Wales.

Mexico strengthens security, promotes resumption of avocado exports to the US

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Mexico is strengthening security measures in Michoacan state, creating conditions to restore avocado exports to the US.

School shooting in Thailand, at least 10 students injured

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At least 10 students injured in school shooting near Bangkok, Thailand.

President Trump imposes 15% tax on important materials for chip production

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US President Donald Trump has just signed a decree imposing a 15% tariff and stipulating the minimum import price for polysilicon, in order to promote domestic production.

Trump: Russia-Ukraine conflict is the most difficult conflict ever to deal with

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US President Donald Trump said efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict are progressing.

SpaceX rocket fragment hits the Moon after more than 1 year of drifting

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The SpaceX rocket fragment, about the size of a bus, hit the surface of the Moon as predicted.

Mr. Trump signs new decree tightening "birth tourism" in the US

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US President Donald Trump on August 6 signed an executive order targeting people entering the US under the guise of tourism but actually to have children.

Total solar eclipse on August 12 opens the door to decoding the biggest mysteries of the Sun

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Scientists plan to use the full solar eclipse next week to learn more about the volatile and unpredictable nature of the Sun.

New low pressure may strengthen into a storm in the next 48 hours

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A new low pressure area is forecast to strengthen into a storm in the next 48 hours, leading to heavy rain in Southeast Asia in the coming days.

World 24h: 3 storms operating in the Western Pacific

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Latest world news 6.8: Gold price reverses flow to break through, cash flow returns to precious metals; Western Pacific has 3 storms at the same time...

China builds planetary protection laboratory

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China's new facility will serve the mission of studying Mars specimens, with a two-way protection system to prevent the risk of biological pollution.

Crocodile approaches residential area as lake water in Kenya rises

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Lake water levels in Kenya have risen to a record high, bringing crocodiles and hippos closer to residential areas, threatening people's lives.

Main seaports blocked, Ukraine loses more than 1 billion USD

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Ukraine's main trading ports are still stagnant, causing maritime transport and export activities of this country to face many difficulties.

Italian opposition party continues to oppose arms aid to Ukraine

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Italy's Five-Star Movement party affirmed that it will continue to oppose arms aid packages to Ukraine and called for prioritizing negotiated solutions.

600km2 oil spill threatens the marine ecosystem off Oman

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Oil slick spreading up to 600km2 from an oil tanker stranded off Oman is seriously threatening the protected marine ecosystem in the area.

Iran agrees to open temporary maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran said it has reached a preliminary agreement with Oman on opening a temporary maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz, which can operate for 2-4 months.