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  1. WorldMiddle East

    Lithuanian President Nauseda Supports Ukraine, Calls for Victory

    During State Flag Day celebrations in Kyiv, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda emphasized that Lithuania will continue to support Ukraine and will never recognize the occupation of its territories. He stressed that only Ukraine's victory will bring peace to Europe and that Lithuania will help rebuild the country after the war. Nauseda spoke in Ukrainian and addressed the Ukrainians directly, expressing his country's solidarity with them.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Qatar Slashes Government Budget by 30% Amid LNG Income Drop

    Qatar has reduced its government budget by 30% due to a significant decrease in revenues from liquefied natural gas (LNG) sales. The country is also reviewing further cuts to mitigate the impacts of the US and Israel's war against Iran, according to reports. The Financial Times stated that Qatar has cut ministry budgets by up to 30% and reduced external aid funding by approximately 85% due to damages sustained from the Iran conflict.
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  4. SportsEurope

    Badminton World Championships: Media Interviews with Finalists and Medalists

    The BWF World Championships in New Delhi saw several top players speaking to the media after their matches. Victor Lai of Canada, Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning of China, World No. 1 An Se Young, and South Korean pair Baek Ha Na and Lee So Hee all gave interviews after their semi-final and final matches. Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang of China also spoke to the media after winning the gold medal.
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  5. WorldMiddle East

    Junior Doctors' Strike in Andhra Pradesh Enters Seventh Day

    Junior doctors across Andhra Pradesh continued their strike on Sunday, entering the seventh day without emergency services. The Indian Medical Association (IMA), AP Government Doctors’ Association, and Praja Arogya Vedika supported their demands. Over 2,500 surgeries have been postponed, affecting patient care in hospitals with heavy loads. The government offered a 3% stipend increase, but doctors rejected it, demanding at least a 20% hike. Patients face delays in consultations and surgeries due to the strike.
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  9. SocietyRegulatorsAfricaNorth America

    10 Illegal Immigrants Escape from Tanah Merah Immigration Detention Depot

    Ten undocumented immigrants, including seven Thai nationals, one Indonesian, one Bangladeshi, and one Rohingya, escaped from the Tanah Merah Immigration Detention Depot in Kelantan, Malaysia. Police are conducting operations to recapture them, with the public urged to provide information if they spot individuals wearing bright green clothes (Immigration Detention Depot uniforms) and with shaved heads. The last known location was Bukit Tebu, Tanah Merah. One suspect has been recaptured.
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  10. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Heavy Rains Cause Flooding and Damage in Caracas

    Heavy rains on August 22 caused significant flooding and damage in various sectors of Caracas, Venezuela. The streets of Carapita, Coche station of the Caracas Metro, and Gran Cacique Guaicaipuro Highway were affected. The interim president activated the Civil Protection system, and security forces attended to emergencies on the main roads. The President of Venezuela reported 'devastation' in several parts of Caracas and the nearby state of Miranda.
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  13. PoliticsCorruptionIndictmentResignation

    Zelensky Denies Corruption Ties Amidst Mudra Case

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly stated that he is not involved in corruption within his office. He made these comments in response to the dismissal of Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Iryna Mudra and the ongoing investigation by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU). Zelensky emphasized that the heads of anti-corruption bodies have no questions for him regarding these matters, as they understand that he is not engaged in any corrupt activities.
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  15. SportsMiddle EastSoccer

    Alliance Lima's Luis Ramos Travels to Arequipa for Match Against Melgar

    Alliance Lima has taken a decisive measure ahead of their match against Melgar in the sixth round of the Clausura Tournament 2026. Luis Ramos, the team's top scorer, has recovered from his injury and will travel with the team to Arequipa. The forward's return has been positively received by Alliance Lima fans, who hope he will get minutes in the game. The match is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. (Peruvian time) at the Monumental Stadium of the UNSA in Arequipa.
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  18. WorldMiddle East

    Heavy Rains Flood Caracas, Causing Widespread Damage and Disruption

    Heavy rainfall hit Caracas on August 22, causing flooding, road damage, and traffic disruptions. The Valle-Coche highway was one of the most affected areas, with vehicles trapped and roads collapsed. The Guaire River overflowed, affecting several streets and main roads. Authorities deployed security agencies and cleanup teams to address the impacts. The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Imaneh) had forecasted heavy rains with electrical discharges for Caracas and other states.
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  21. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Accuses Canada of Seeking State Benefits Without Being One

    U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Canada of wanting 'the benefits of being a state, without being one' amid ongoing trade tensions. Trump's comments come after Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods following the breakdown of trade negotiations. Trump also criticized Canada for imposing 'massive' tariffs on American farmers for many years.
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  23. WorldWeather

    Typhoon Saudel Intensifies, Approaching PAR

    The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) is monitoring three tropical cyclones outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). Among them, Typhoon Saudel has intensified with maximum sustained winds of 175 kilometers per hour. Saudel is forecast to strengthen the southwest monsoon and bring rain to a large part of Luzon upon entering the PAR on Monday, August 24.
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  24. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle East

    Lavrov: Truce with 'Nazi' Ukraine Regime Would Betray WWII Victory

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has stated that a truce with the current Ukrainian government would be a betrayal of the victory over Nazism in World War II. He argues that the Ukrainian regime has banned the Russian language and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, making it a 'Nazi' regime. Lavrov believes that most Russians support the ongoing aggression against Ukraine and that agreeing to a ceasefire while keeping this regime in power would strengthen 'Nazi metastases' in Europe. He also claims that the West and Ukraine are pushing for a quick end to the conflict to maintain their power.
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