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US bans alcoholic beverages from Canada, imposes 50% tax on many goods
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The US will ban the import of alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorbikes from Canada, and also add a 50% surcharge for many other items.
European gold is moving out of US stockpiles
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Many European countries are adjusting their gold reserve storage methods amid concerns about safety and geopolitical risks.
Vietnam - Russia strengthen coordination at regional and international parliamentary forums
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On September 8, General Secretary and President To Lam met with Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Russian Parliament Valentina Matvienko.
President Trump and President Putin discuss the situation in Ukraine
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The highest-level communication channel between President Trump and President Putin has been restored, but the actual situation in Ukraine has not shown signs of cooling down.
World on September 9th: US focuses forces in the Middle East, Russia-Ukraine consultations show new signs
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US assesses consultation on Russia-Ukraine conflict as substantive; US announces destroying 5 Iranian oil tankers; UK cancels more than 1,000 flights... are noteworthy international news.
World 24h: Forecast of storm Lowell changing direction, increasing risk of impact
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World News 24h: Storm Lowell accelerates, may replace the storm in the next 24-48 hours; World gold prices lose momentum to recover, falling close to the 4,400 USD/ounce mark...
Relatives of Philippine President accused of corruption
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Former Speaker of the Philippine House of Representatives Martin Romualdez is accused of being involved in a large-scale corruption scandal surrounding flood control projects in the country.
Belgium arrests spy suspect for selling chip technology secrets to foreign countries
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Belgian authorities said on September 7 that they had arrested a suspected spy accused of selling trade secrets of a chip manufacturer.
China puts world-leading eye satellite into Nepal's relief operation
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China's space observation technology is becoming the first layer of defense against natural disasters.
Mr. Trump transforms into a superhero in new AI video from the White House
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The White House on September 6 (US time) posted an AI video, depicting US President Donald Trump in the image of the superhero Green Lantern.
Turkey increases defense spending by 229% in the next 3 years
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Turkey has announced a plan to increase its defense budget by 229% within the framework of the Mid-Term Economic Program for the period 2027 - 2029.
Norway deploys artillery close to Russian border
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Norway has deployed an artillery battalion of 4 K9 self-propelled guns manufactured by South Korea near the border with Russia.
Hurricane Lowell accelerates, may replace the storm in the next 24-48 hours
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Hurricane Lowell suddenly changed direction to the east and accelerated its movement, possibly soon experiencing a new eye-catching hurricane cycle as it approaches Hawaii.
New Australian bill forces social media to allow bot bot botting algorithms
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The Australian government is preparing to enact a law forcing technology companies to allow users to turn off algorithms and self-determine the content displayed on their personal pages.
At least 10 people killed in fireworks explosion in Mexico
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Local authorities confirmed a fireworks explosion kept in a church in central Mexico, killing at least 10 people and injuring 64 others.
North Korea declares to develop navy into nuclear force
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North Korea is committed to developing its navy into a nuclear-powered force, in the context of the US, South Korea and Japan preparing for sea exercises.
Boeing plane crashes off runway, crashes into a series of vehicles at US airport
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A Amazon cargo plane skidded off the runway at Miami International Airport, crashed into vehicles and caught fire, killing 5 people and injuring 5 others.
Iran declares complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz, establishes new restrictive zone
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Iran announced it would establish a new restrictive zone outside the Strait of Hormuz, and warned of sanctions against ships entering this area without cooperation with Tehran.
Iran threatens to respond to the US more strongly
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Iran's top negotiator on September 6 threatened to respond more decisively to any new US attack.
World on September 7th: Ukraine says new US peace proposal is more effective
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US makes new proposal to end Ukraine conflict, Israel airstrikes Lebanon, Britain blocks boat carrying 140 migrants... are noteworthy international news.
