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US accused of plotting to seize Venezuela's huge oil field
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Venezuela has accused the US of conducting military threats with the sole goal of seizing the country's huge oil and gas reserves.
South Korea coordinates with Cambodia to crack down on a job scam ring
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South Korea coordinated with Cambodia to crack down on job fraud rings, rescue and repatriate 61 citizens who were tricked into going to the country.
Indian factories consider stopping importing Russian oil
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Several Indian refineries are considering cutting Russian oil imports as Washington increases pressure on New Delhi.
Gold prices hit a peak, countries race to establish national gold trading floors
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As world gold prices continue to peak, many countries are accelerating the construction of national gold exchanges to gain valuation rights and proactively supply.
The richest billionaire in the Philippines inflates land prices to 25,000%
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Land prices owned by the richest billionaire in the Philippines skyrocketed by 25,000%, from $93 million to $23.3 billion after a conversion.
Low pressure near the East Sea forecast to cause first impacts
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The low pressure near the East Sea is forecast to cause rain in many areas of the Philippines.
Thailand surprised Cambodia in border negotiations
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Thailand has set out eight conditions in border negotiations with Cambodia, and expressed surprise at the limited number of proposals from Phnom Penh.
Hong Kong (China) flooded after issuing highest warning
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On August 5, prolonged heavy rains caused serious flooding in Hong Kong (China), paralyzing many areas.
Applying for a US travel visa may require a deposit of up to $15,000
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From August 20, the US may require tourists in some countries to deposit up to $15,000 to get a visa.
Hong Kong (China) flooded after a series of storm warnings
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Record heavy rain caused severe flooding in Hong Kong (China), forcing schools to close and disrupting many people's activities.
Hot weather continues to break temperature records in Japan
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Japan has consecutively recorded unprecedented high temperatures due to heat, threatening people's health and crops across the country.
Australia buys 11 stealthy warships from Japan
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The largest defense agreement between Japan and Australia with 11 new modern warships opens a period of extensive military cooperation in the region.
Investigation of 2 Thai police generals related to Mr. Thaksin
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Two Thai police generals are being investigated for providing false medical records to help former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra enjoy prolonged treatment rights.
Russian Kinzhal hypersonic missile hits Ukrainian airport directly
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Russia has launched large-scale strikes on Ukrainian military airports with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles and long-range attack drones.
Russia blocks Ukraine's legal flag in gas dispute
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On August 4, a Russian court ruled against Ukrainian oil and gas company Naftogaz to sue Gazprom abroad.
Australian state launches campaign to recall machete from people
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The Australian government of Victoria has launched a campaign to reclaim the machete. Those who do not hand over will face a prison sentence.
Russia causes another earthquake, warns of possible severe aftershocks
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On August 5, Russia's Kamchatka region was rocked again by a 5.0-magnitude richter earthquake, raising concerns about further strong aftershocks.
Ms. Paetongtarn's decision amid pressure to resign as prime minister
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Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra has no plans to resign as Thai Prime Minister at this time.
Israeli Prime Minister may want to occupy entire Gaza
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Israeli media reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could promote a plan to occupy the entire Gaza Strip.
Mr. Trump threatens to increase tariffs on India again
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US-India trade tensions escalated as President Donald Trump warned of a sharp increase in tariffs on imports from India.
