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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.

US gives green light to Saudi Arabia's nuclear program, paving the way for uranium facilities

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The US is about to announce an important agreement with Saudi Arabia on July 22, local time, to establish a civilian nuclear program in the kingdom.

Shenzhen shapes the future urban appearance with technology

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Shenzhen, China is bringing advanced technology into daily life, shaping the future urban face.

Low pressure approaches the East Sea, likely heading towards Vietnam

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The low pressure near the Philippines is approaching the mainland and is likely to strengthen into a storm, enter the East Sea and may affect Vietnam.

China launches Gravity-1 missile from the middle of the sea

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China's test flight mission was successfully completed, putting 9 satellites on the correct pre-determined orbit from the sea off Shanghai.

Russia suffers heavy airstrikes in Krasnodar

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A series of drones attacked warehouses and Russian industrial facilities, killing 1 person and injuring 10 others.

Vietnam promotes ASEAN cooperation for peace and stability

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At the invitation of Philippine Foreign Minister Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, ASEAN Chairwoman 2026, Politburo Member, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung attended the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-59) and related conferences, along with activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation in Southeast Asia in Manila, Philippines, from July 22-24, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed.

10% tax is about to expire, the US signals the deployment of a new tax wave

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The new tariffs proposed by President Trump's administration may replace the temporary 10% global tariff.

Russia declares strategic high point control, Ukrainian army withdraws from Zakharovka

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The Ukrainian army has begun to withdraw from some front positions in Zakharovka after Russia seized control of strategic highpoints in the region.

Latest forecast of storm Bertha's path, risk of heavy rain and rough seas

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Hurricane Bertha is accelerating towards the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico, forcing many coastal states in the US to issue warnings of heavy rain, strong winds and rough seas.

Russia puts new Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian army on wanted list

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Russia puts new Ukrainian Army Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi on the wanted list.

US needs more tens of billions of USD to continue conflict with Iran

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The US Secretary of War proposed nearly double the current budget to continue the campaign, facing strong criticism from Democratic senators.

President Trump issues new warning to Iran

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US President Donald Trump continues to warn Iran after retaliatory attacks escalated recently.

US to launch nuclear spacecraft to Mars

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The US plans to invest about 2.1 billion USD to build a nuclear reactor spacecraft and send helicopters to Mars.

US postpones disbursement of $400 million military aid package for Ukraine

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The 400 million USD military aid package for Ukraine will not be transferred under the current US administration, according to revelations from the US Senate.

Iran warns of consequences if Britain joins the US in the Middle East

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Iran declares it will consider British interests in the Middle East as military targets if London joins the US campaign against Iran.