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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.

US fires 4 missiles at Iranian oil tanker

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Iranian oil tanker hit by US missiles near Kharg Island, amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Typhoon Pilandok unexpectedly reappears, warning of prolonged heavy rain

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Typhoon Pilandok is expected to return to the Philippines' monitoring area and may continue to strengthen the southwest monsoon, causing rain in many areas.

Smoke from Indonesian wildfires spreads to Southeast Asia

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Air pollution in Southeast Asia continues to be serious due to the smog from wildfires in Indonesia.

Hurricane Lowell strengthens, Hawaii declares state of emergency

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Hawaii, USA has declared a state of emergency, as Hurricane Lowell is expected to cause strong winds, big waves and heavy rain.

Ukraine needs an additional 32.6 billion USD, calling on Europe to use blockaded Russian assets

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Ukraine is lacking 32.6 billion USD for the 2027 financial demand, forcing Kiev to call for more support from allies.

United Nations approves cultural initiative proposed by Vietnam

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The United Nations General Assembly has just adopted the Resolution launching the "International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development" in 2027-2036 initiated by Vietnam.

Forecast of storms and monsoons operating in rapid succession near the East Sea, which may affect Vietnam

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September is forecast to continue to have storms and active tropical cyclones, in which some systems are likely to head towards the East Sea and affect Vietnam.

United Nations adopts new world map, Europe and North America look smaller

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On September 4, the United Nations voted to adopt the new world map, according to AFP.

Record hot summer disrupts European tourism industry

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The summer of 2026 enters European history with unprecedented extreme heat waves, forcing the tourism industry to respond quickly.

US may soon attack Iranian mountain suspected of containing nuclear facilities

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President Donald Trump warned that the US could soon attack an underground location suspected of containing Iran's nuclear facilities near Natanz.

World on September 5th: President Trump reveals peace plan for Russia and Ukraine

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President Trump reveals peace ideas for Russia and Ukraine; US plans new plans in the Middle East; Yemen warns Houthi... are noteworthy international news.

China urgently evacuates nearly 600,000 people due to Typhoon Saudel

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Prolonged extreme heavy rain due to the impact of Typhoon Saudel caused deep and widespread flooding in Fujian province (China), forcing authorities to urgently evacuate nearly 600,000 people.

Malaysia sows clouds to create rain to reduce smog and forest fires

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Malaysia is deploying rainmaking to respond to the increasingly serious smog due to widespread forest fires in the neighboring country.

Russia focuses forces on attacking logistics centers and Ukrainian ports

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Transportation and energy infrastructure continue to be Russia's priority, showing that the focus of the campaign is shifting to the rear line.

Vietnam provides emergency aid of 300,000 USD to help Nepal overcome the consequences of natural disasters

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The Party, State and people of Vietnam have decided to provide emergency humanitarian aid of 300,000 USD to help Nepal overcome the consequences of natural disasters.