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The number of Koreans living over 100 years old is nearly 3 times higher after 10 years, women dominate
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South Korea recorded 8,604 people aged 100 and over in 2025, an increase of 172.4% compared to a decade ago.
Tens of thousands of deaths related to summer heat in Germany
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Germany recorded about 14,000 deaths related to heat waves this summer.
World 24h: Forecast of storm Saudel rapidly intensifying from tonight
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Latest world news 20.8: Gold prices rise sharply, FOMC meeting minutes reveal worries about inflation; Forecast of storm Saudel rapidly intensifying from tonight...
Iran plans to ban hostile ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran is considering a plan to collect tolls and fine ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
China exempts 10-day transit visas for Vietnamese citizens
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China adds Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan to the 240-hour visa-free transit program, allowing eligible citizens to stay for up to 10 days during transit.
Hundreds of relics of Buddha return to India after 127 years
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The collection of precious stones associated with the Buddha has been repatriated after India strongly opposed the auction plan in the UK.
Hurricane Gil has just appeared, likely to become a hurricane today
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Hurricane Gil formed on July 31, and is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane in the eastern Pacific.
Asian stocks sink into that bright spot after US tariff shock
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Most Asian markets opened on August 1st have decreased points due to the new tariff shock from the US.
US countries change tariffs compared to the level on February 2
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On July 31, the US announced a tariff adjustment for about 50 countries and territories compared to the tax rate on April 2, 2025.
Ukrainian suicide UAVs lose control, crash into a lake in Russia
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A Ukrainian suicide unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) lost control and crashed into Lake Orlik, Russia, exploding as soon as it reached the water surface.
The arms deal between the US and Ukraine has made a new step forward
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The Ukrainian president presented the "main principles" to the US president for future arms deals, and hoped to achieve all items.
Mr. Trump announces a tax rate of 10% to 41% for all countries
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On the evening of July 31, the White House announced a plan to impose new tariffs on countries, ranging from 10% to 41%.
Ukrainian parliament fears heated debate, lawmakers fight live on air
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A fight broke out between lawmakers during the plenary session of the Ukrainian parliament on July 31 and was broadcast live on television.
Low pressure forecast near the East Sea is likely to strengthen into a storm
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The low pressure near the East Sea is currently outside the Philippines' forecast area and is likely to strengthen into a storm.
World 24h: Forecast of the possibility of a new low pressure near the East Sea becoming a storm
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Latest world news 31.7: Gold prices increase, China tightens trading from 360 million VND; New low pressure discovered near the East Sea...
US takes strong action to sanction Iran's huge shipping empire
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The sanctions target more than 100 entities, aiming to maximize US interests and end Iran's uranium enrichment program.
Ukrainian capital devastated after midnight airstrike from Russia
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In the early morning of July 31, Russia launched a missile and drone airstrike on the Ukrainian capital Kiev, killing at least 6 people.
US suddenly extends arms to Ukrainian refugees
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On July 30, President Donald Trump affirmed that Ukrainian refugees will continue to stay in the US until the conflict between Ukraine and Russia ends.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs speaks out about the video of the clash between security forces and foreigners
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The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that these are foreign citizens residing illegally in Vietnam and have violated Vietnamese law.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs about the situation of Vietnamese people after earthquakes and sunslides in Russia
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At the regular press conference of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam on the afternoon of July 31, Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang answered a number of questions about citizen protection.
