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Poland records highest temperature ever amidst heat waves

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The temperature broke Poland's record, which has existed for more than a century, forcing authorities to implement a series of emergency response measures.

Iran - Oman discuss management of the Hormuz Strait

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On June 29, Iran announced that it had held its first meeting with Oman on the management of the Hormuz Strait since signing a preliminary agreement with the US to end the conflict.

Chinese astronaut grills pumpkins on Tiangong Space Station

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The Chinese astronaut team of the Shenzhou 23 mission has completed its first month of work on the Tiangong Space Station.

World 24h: Extension of MH370 search agreement

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World news June 29: Iran warns third parties not to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz; Extension of MH370 search agreement...

Iran and Qatar agree to release 6 billion USD of Tehran's assets

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Iran and Qatar have agreed to release 6 billion USD out of a total of 12 billion USD of Iranian assets being frozen in this emirate.

Thailand shocked by the case of using sensitive clips to blackmail monks, appropriating 12 million USD

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The woman who used 80,000 sensitive photos and clips to blackmail at least 9 monks and embezzle nearly 12 million USD was arrested by Thai police.

The US faces the risk of harmful benefits when applying AI to defense

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The ambition to bring artificial intelligence into the US military has prompted the Pentagon to face concerns about the risk of losing control.

Russian helicopter crash, entire crew killed

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A Russian Mi-8 helicopter was identified as having an accident after suddenly disappearing from radar on July 16.

Mr. Trump plans to impose a tax of more than 10% on about 100 countries

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US President Donald Trump has announced that he will impose an import tax of more than 10% on goods from about 100 countries.

Ukrainian lawmakers are upset with the help of allies

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Police officer Anna Skorokhod affirmed that Ukraine needs humanitarian assistance, expressing dissatisfaction at the allies' failure to pay attention to this aspect.

French Prime Minister proposes to remove 2 holidays

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French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou has proposed abolishing two holidays in an effort to improve the public financial situation.

Father of 2 children found living in a cave in India with a Russian woman

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An Israeli businessman, father of two, was found living in a cave with a Russian woman, according to Indian officials.

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin appears in court, could face 15 years in prison

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On July 17, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra appeared in court in Bangkok to defend himself in a closed trial on charges of defamation of the royal throne.

Storm Crising forecast to head straight to the East Sea this weekend, may intensify violently

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On the morning of July 16, the low pressure in the Philippines strengthened into tropical depression Crising, with a high possibility of strengthening into a major storm when entering the East Sea over the weekend.

Ms. Paetongtarn asks for an extension of the appeal hearing in the leaked phone call with Mr. Hun Sen

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Thailand's suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra asked the court for a 15-day extension to submit a defense in the lawsuit related to a phone call with Mr. Hun Sen.

Forecast of when the low pressure will strengthen into storm Dexter

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The low pressure area moving through northern Florida, US is likely to strengthen into a storm this week.

Russian suicide UAV destroys Ukrainian radar battlefield

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Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) continue to show a spearhead role in Russia's depth attack strategy on Ukraine.

The West issues a letter to Iran about the nuclear program

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If Iran does not make a firm commitment before August 29, the UK, France and Germany will reimpose the embargoes that were lifted 10 years ago.

Serbia proposes to postpone US sanctions for the fifth time against the country's largest oil and gas company

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Serbia has proposed a fifth US sanctions exemption for oil and gas company NIS, majority of which is owned by Russia.

SCO strengthens Asia- Europe cooperation, prepares for the Tianjin Summit

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The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers' Council meeting aims to maintain the Shanghai spirit and promote the building of a common house.