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  1. WorldAfrica

    School Operations Amid Haze in Malaysia

    Schools in six states and two federal territories in Malaysia are operating as usual despite haze conditions, with outdoor activities postponed or suspended. Parents are given the option not to send their children to school if they have health concerns. The decision to close schools is made jointly by the Ministries of Education, Health, and Natural Resources and Environment based on air quality monitoring and health risks.
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  3. PoliticsCorruptionIndictmentMiddle East

    70-year-old Arsonist Arrested for Setting Fires at Two Patent Law Firm Buildings in Seoul

    A 70-year-old man, Lee, was arrested for setting fires at two patent law firm buildings in Seoul's Yeoksam-dong. The incidents occurred around noon on the 20th, with the first fire at the Sinmyeong Building and the second at the HanYang Building, both within seven minutes of each other. The fires resulted in 19 injuries. Lee was known to have threatened the firms four years ago and served time for it. He was caught on CCTV pouring flammable liquid at the buildings' entrances. Police are investigating the motive and exact cause of the fires.
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  4. PoliticsUnited Kingdom

    Robert Pattinson Bribed to Star in 'Primetime' With 200 Zyn Canisters

    Director Lance Oppenheim revealed that he bribed Robert Pattinson to star in 'Primetime' by sending him 200 canisters of Zyn nicotine pouches. Pattinson, who was struggling with a Zyn addiction at the time, agreed to take on the role of journalist Chris Hansen. The film, which premiered in the US on September 25, explores the controversial TV show 'To Catch a Predator'.
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  7. BusinessMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

    UK Approves Jackdaw Gas Field Amidst Controversy

    The UK government has approved the Jackdaw gas field, a major proposed gas field off the coast of Scotland. Developers have been waiting for a fresh decision since January 2025. The project is expected to increase domestic gas production by around 6% at its peak and support the country's gas supply over its lifespan of up to 11 years. The decision has sparked criticism from environmental groups and some Labour MPs over climate concerns.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Malaysia Wins Gold in Men's Doubles Badminton at Asian Para Games

    Cheah Liek Hou and Mohamad Faris Ahmad Azri have won the gold medal in the men's doubles SU5 event at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games. The Malaysian pair defeated South Korea's Jeon Sun Woo-Kim Ge Yeon in the final, remaining undefeated throughout the competition. This is Liek Hou's third gold medal in men's doubles at the Asian Para Games, ending a 12-year wait since his previous wins. It is also Malaysia's fourth gold medal at this tournament.
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  11. SportsBaseball

    PSG's Kvaratskhelia Suffers Possible ACL Tear

    PSG star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is feared to have suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in his right knee during a Champions League match against Barcelona. The 25-year-old Georgian winger was substituted after an hour of play and had to be carried off the pitch. He will undergo an MRI to confirm the extent of the injury, but early indications suggest a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
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  12. PoliticsWarMiddle EastUkraine

    Russia's Citadel Anti-Aircraft System in Combat with 99% Success Rate

    Russia's advanced anti-aircraft artillery system, Citadel, has been deployed in combat for the first time, protecting key infrastructure. Equipped with AI for target recognition and calculation, it achieves a 99% success rate using programmable shrapnel shells, requiring only a few rounds per target. The system has reportedly downed over 50 targets, including drones and cruise missiles.
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  13. SportsBillLawBasketball

    Beşiktaş vs Crystal Palace in UEFA Europa League

    Beşiktaş hosts Crystal Palace in the third week of the UEFA Europa League. Beşiktaş, seeking redemption after a loss to Trabzonspor, aims to secure a win to increase their qualification chances to 76%. Crystal Palace, after a disappointing defeat to Brighton, looks to improve their performance. The match is broadcast live on TRT 1 without a password. Beşiktaş takes the lead in the first half with Wilfred Ndidi, but Crystal Palace scores twice in the second half, leading to a 2-2 draw.
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  14. WorldMiddle EastWeatherPublic Health

    Gaza: World Food Programme Halts Aid to Half a Million Due to Funding Shortages

    The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced it will halt food aid to half a million people in the Gaza Strip due to 'lack of funding'. The decision has been met with alarm by the Palestinian government and international organizations, who warn of catastrophic consequences including increased hunger and malnutrition among children and vulnerable groups. Calls have been made for urgent international intervention to provide funding and break the siege on Gaza.
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  18. WorldSoutheast Asia

    Russian 'Geranium' Drones Set World Records, Challenge Ukrainian Air Defense

    Reactive 'Geranium' drones from Russia have set new records for range, flying over 1500 kilometers. These drones, capable of speeds up to 600 km/h and altitudes of 7-8 kilometers, pose significant challenges to Ukrainian air defense systems due to their high speed and altitude. Ukrainian forces are struggling to intercept these new drones, facing shortages of engines and missiles for their Patriot systems.
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  19. SocietyOrganized CrimeWhite-collarFraud

    Police Data Breach: Personal Information of Over 40,000 Officers Leaked

    Approximately 3,900 employees of the Tochigi Prefectural Police, along with tens of thousands more from other prefectures, may have had their personal information leaked due to unauthorized access to a system called 'Alcadía'. The breach affects multiple police departments across Japan, with some having all their employees' information compromised.
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  20. PoliticsLawConstitutionMiddle East

    Netanyahu Accuses Erdogan of Seeking Conflict, Wants to Revive Ottoman Empire

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of seeking a conflict with Israel and wanting to revive the Ottoman Empire. Netanyahu stated that he does not want a confrontation with Turkey but believes Erdogan is pushing for one. He also emphasized that Israel will not succumb to Turkey's ambitions and that Jerusalem is the historic homeland of the Jewish people.
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  21. WorldSoutheast Asia

    Chicken Prices Soar in Tehran Markets

    The price of chicken in Tehran's markets has surged by 70,000 tomans, with live chicken now selling for 320,000 tomans per kilogram, up from the previous 250,000 tomans. The price range in the city varies between 260,000 to 340,000 tomans. The increase has been attributed to rising livestock costs and decreasing purchasing power. Officials suggest a balanced price of 350,000 tomans per kilogram.
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  24. SciencePublic HealthHealthcareEnvironment

    AI Data Centres Threaten Water Security by 2030

    By 2030, global data centres powering AI could consume 945 terawatt-hours of electricity, equivalent to the water usage of 1.3 billion people, intensifying freshwater competition. India's expanding AI ambitions, particularly in urban hubs, exacerbate this issue. Policies like public disclosure, scarcity-based water pricing, and efficient cooling are crucial to mitigate these environmental costs.
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