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A series of Malaysian lawmakers were blackmailed with fake sensitive clips
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At least 10 Malaysian lawmakers have just received an email blackmailing them for $100,000 with images that are said to be deepfake sensitive clips.
North Korea declares its nuclear status as virtual
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On September 15, the North Korean Permanent Mission to the United Nations declared that its position as a nuclear state is irreversible.
Creating fair and sustainable jobs for Asia - Pacific
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On the occasion of the regional policy forum "Supply chains with resilience and fair growth in a changing world of work" held on September 15-16 in Bangkok (Thailand), Ms. Kaori Nakamura-Osaka, Assistant General Director and Director of the Asia-Pacific region of the International Labor Organization (ILO) wrote an article, saying that it is time to promote growth through adequate employment in supply chains.
Ukraine suffers unpredictable consequences after a series of accusations from NATO countries against Russia
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Ukraine could face further pressure if some NATO members do not make a concession and accuse Russia of allowing UAVs to violate airspace.
Hamas stops talks to exchange prisoners after airstrike in Doha
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Hamas announced a temporary halt to talks with Israel on Prisoner exchanges and a ceasefire after the group's mission was attacked in Qatar.
Many problems in the US plan to send patriot systems to Ukraine
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Mr. Trump has said he will help Ukraine have patriots, but it is still unclear who will provide them, when and how much.
7.3-magnitude earthquake shoots Alaska, activates Tsunami warning
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A 7.3 term richter earthquake off the coast of Alaska prompted the National Meteorological Administration to immediately issue an emergency Tsunami warning.
Israel launches a series of large airstrikes on the Syrian capital
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The airstrike in Damascus marked a serious escalation in tensions between Israel and the Syrian interim government.
World 24h: Reasons for the EU's plan to sanction Russia to melt into smoke
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World news 16.7: EU's sanctions plan on Russia smolders into smoke; Storm Crising forecast to head straight to the East Sea this weekend, could intensify violently...
Thailand shocked by the case of using sensitive clips to blackmail monks, appropriating 12 million USD
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The woman who used 80,000 sensitive photos and clips to blackmail at least 9 monks and embezzle nearly 12 million USD was arrested by Thai police.
The US faces the risk of harmful benefits when applying AI to defense
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The ambition to bring artificial intelligence into the US military has prompted the Pentagon to face concerns about the risk of losing control.
Russian helicopter crash, entire crew killed
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A Russian Mi-8 helicopter was identified as having an accident after suddenly disappearing from radar on July 16.
Mr. Trump plans to impose a tax of more than 10% on about 100 countries
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US President Donald Trump has announced that he will impose an import tax of more than 10% on goods from about 100 countries.
Ukrainian lawmakers are upset with the help of allies
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Police officer Anna Skorokhod affirmed that Ukraine needs humanitarian assistance, expressing dissatisfaction at the allies' failure to pay attention to this aspect.
French Prime Minister proposes to remove 2 holidays
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French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou has proposed abolishing two holidays in an effort to improve the public financial situation.
Father of 2 children found living in a cave in India with a Russian woman
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An Israeli businessman, father of two, was found living in a cave with a Russian woman, according to Indian officials.
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin appears in court, could face 15 years in prison
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On July 17, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra appeared in court in Bangkok to defend himself in a closed trial on charges of defamation of the royal throne.
Storm Crising forecast to head straight to the East Sea this weekend, may intensify violently
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On the morning of July 16, the low pressure in the Philippines strengthened into tropical depression Crising, with a high possibility of strengthening into a major storm when entering the East Sea over the weekend.
Ms. Paetongtarn asks for an extension of the appeal hearing in the leaked phone call with Mr. Hun Sen
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Thailand's suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra asked the court for a 15-day extension to submit a defense in the lawsuit related to a phone call with Mr. Hun Sen.
Forecast of when the low pressure will strengthen into storm Dexter
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The low pressure area moving through northern Florida, US is likely to strengthen into a storm this week.
