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World on August 16: Colombian leader asks the US to postpone tariffs
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Colombian leader asks the US to postpone tariffs due to earthquake impact, Iran asks Qatar to release pilots, Qatar denies arrests... are noteworthy information.
Russian experts are not surprised if Turkey re-exports US weapons to Ukraine
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The possibility of Turkey transferring US-made weapons to Ukraine will not be surprising.
Typhoon Lala strengthens into a super typhoon, forecast rain of up to 630mm
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Category 1 hurricane Lala is moving off the coast of Hawaii, USA, becoming the strongest storm to hit Hawaii since 1992.
Sleepless night at the airport
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The flight from Urumqi to Hong Kong (China) airport was delayed by 30 minutes, so passengers connecting to Hanoi could not catch the next flight - the last flight of the day.
US recalls nearly 19 million eggs due to suspected bacterial contamination
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The US Food and Drug Administration raised the warning level for the recall of nearly 19 million eggs due to the risk of salmonella infection.
World 24h: EU plans roadmap for Russian gas cut-off
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Latest world news 5.5: Gold prices soar, USD weakens, investors wait for the FED's decision; EU struggles in efforts to cut off Russian gas...
Russia is ready to participate in mediation of India - Pakistan tensions
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The Russian Foreign Minister has reached phone calls with his counterparts in India and Pakistan, calling on both sides to resolve the dispute through diplomatic means.
Gasoline prices plummet - short-term joy, long-term worries
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Gasoline prices hit a multi-year low as OPEC+ accelerated production amid weakening global demand.
Cause of many tourist boats capsizing in China, causing 70 people to be hospitalized
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At least 10 people have been killed and 70 hospitalized after strong winds capsized four tourist boats in Kiem Tay City, Guizhou Province, southwest China.
EU struggles in efforts to cut off Russian gas
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The European Union (EU) is trying to cut off its remaining ties with Russian gas, but legal options are limited.
Russia is capable of ending the Ukrainian conflict in a beneficial direction
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President Vladimir Putin said Russia has enough forces and means to end the Ukrainian conflict in a beneficial direction, without the need for nuclear weapons.
President Trump requests reopening special prison for dangerous criminals
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US President Donald Trump has directed the reconstruction and reopening of Alcatraz prison - which once held the most dangerous criminals.
Ukrainian President Speaks Out on ceasefire, Calls for Pressure on Russia
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a ceasefire with Russia could be established at any time.
EU faces economic risks if it admits Ukraine
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The Hungarian Prime Minister warned that the EU's admission of Ukraine not only causes Hungary to go bankrupt but also carries risks for the bloc's overall economy.
Iran is tough ahead of US and Israeli attack
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Iranian Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh said on May 4 that Tehran would retaliate if attacked by the US or Israel.
President Trump announces 100% tariffs on films produced outside the US
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US President Donald Trump has announced a 100% tax on all films produced outside the US.
4 boats capsized in China, 9 people died
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The boat capsize occurred in Kiem Tay city, Guizhou province, southwestern China on the afternoon of May 4.
Vietnamese soldiers participate in a parade in Russia singing Cachiusa during practice
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The honor guard of the Vietnamese Army participating in the parade in Russia sang the song Cachiusa during practice.
Saudi Arabia shakes the global oil market
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Saudi Arabia is no longer playing by the old rules, and when this "petropoleum giant" changes, the global market will feel the earthquake.
The most affected area of the low pressure in the East Sea
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At 3:00 a.m. on May 5, the center of the low pressure in the East Sea was at about 12.3 degrees north latitude, 116 degrees east longitude, 460 km west of Coron Island (Palawan, Philippines).
