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World 24h: Forecast of developments of 2 offshore storms

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World news September 2nd: Europe runs out of gas reserves, struggling to compete for LNG with Asia; Forecast of developments of 2 offshore storms...

Russia still has a huge gold treasure that has not been fully calculated

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Russia said its current gold reserves are sufficient to help it maintain its world leading position in gold mining for about 30 years.

2 oil tankers hit by mines, large fire in the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran claims 2 oil tankers trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without Tehran's permission were hit by naval mines and caught fire.

Hopes for survival of hundreds of workers missing in Nepal are increasingly slim

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A week after the flash flood, Nepalese rescue forces have not yet found survivors in hydropower tunnels, where mud and rocks block many walkways.

Europe runs out of gas reserves, struggling to compete for LNG with Asia

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European gas reserves are at a record low as the region is having difficulty in replenishing LNG, amid supply competition with Asia.

More than 380 tourists missing after major floods in Nepal

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About 384 tourists, including 291 foreigners, were reported missing after a serious flash flood occurred in Rasuwa district in northern Nepal.

World 24h: Gold price above 4,600 USD/ounce, cash flow returns to precious metals

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Latest world news August 26: Gold price holds the 4,600 USD/ounce mark, French bank points out strong support; US temporarily suspends global visa issuance schedule...

Accelerating tropical depressions are at risk of strengthening into storms near the East Sea

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After storms Saudel, Narra and Atsani, many areas near the East Sea continue to have the possibility of forming tropical cyclones, with the possibility of strengthening into storms.

Australian police are searching for perpetrators in the theft of 400,000 oysters

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Australian police are searching for the perpetrator who stole about 400,000 oysters from a farm near the town of Taree, New South Wales.

Hospital fire in Pakistan, at least 14 infants killed

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At least 14 infants were killed when a fire broke out at a public hospital in Islamabad, Pakistan.

Director of US Central Intelligence Agency arrives in Moscow

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CIA Director John Ratcliffe was confirmed to be in Russia, after the event of a US military transport plane suddenly appearing in Moscow.

US loses billions of USD in equipment in the Middle East due to Iranian attacks

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The US has suffered billions of USD in losses in the Middle East after Iran's attacks.

US has no plans for new attacks targeting Iran

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The US completely shifted its focus to the economic front, calculating that pressure would pull Iran back to the negotiating table.

Discovery of 11,000-year-old leopard rider in Turkey

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Archaeologists discovered a 11,000-year-old stone statue depicting a person sitting on a leopard's back in Karahantepe, a Neolithic archaeological site in southeastern Turkey.

US prepares to revoke visas for a series of asylum seekers

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The US is coordinating to review and revoke non-immigrant visas for foreigners who enter the country as short-term visitors but then apply for asylum.

US suspends global visa schedule

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The US announced the temporary suspension of visa interview appointments for applicants around the world.

Russia reveals plan to map the North Pole

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Russia's North Pole-43 expedition will deploy more than 50 research missions, focusing on oceans, geophysics, atmosphere and the North Pole.

Russia says Japan could possess nuclear weapons in just 1 year

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Russian officials believe that Japan may possess nuclear weapons for about 1 year, while warning about the country's militarization trend.

World on August 26: Iran and Oman will agree on a new route through the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran and Oman negotiate on the Hormuz Strait, Israel expels Dutch officials from Gaza support center... are noteworthy international news.

Climate change threatens historic gardens in England

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Record heat and drought are causing many ancient trees to gradually die, forcing historic gardens in England to change to adapt.