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  8. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Heavy Rain Causes Flooding and Landslide in Tbilisi

    Tbilisi, Georgia experienced severe flooding and a landslide on August 15, 2026, due to heavy rain. Streets, basements, and metro stations were flooded, with 'Rustaveli' and 'Vaja-Pshavela' stations submerged. A landslide in the Nadzaladevi district damaged a residential building, but no casualties were reported. Tamarashvili Avenue was particularly affected, and floodwater damaged a gas pipeline in the Saburtalo district, leading to the evacuation of residents.
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  9. PoliticsGovernanceMiddle East

    Anwar Announces Pre-Budget Reforms

    Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced upcoming pre-budget reforms, with initial details to be released tomorrow. The reforms will cover policy changes, internal PH issues, Unity Government cooperation, and national programs. Anwar acknowledged communication weaknesses and committed to improving administration and fighting corruption. He also emphasized the importance of translating economic growth into improved living standards for the people.
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    UN Calls for Criminalization of Taliban's Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

    UN experts and civil society organizations urge the international community to criminalize the Taliban's gender apartheid in Afghanistan, calling it a crime against humanity. The Taliban's repressive measures against women and girls, including denial of education and healthcare, have been condemned by UN human rights experts and Afghan civil society groups. Despite this, some governments are engaging with the Taliban, raising concerns about normalization of their de facto government.
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  11. WorldMiddle East

    Malaysia to Repeal Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU)

    Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced the repeal of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU). This decision aligns with the higher education reform plan outlined in the Malaysia Higher Education Blueprint (MHET) 2026-2035. The repeal is part of a comprehensive higher education legal framework to replace AUKU, which will strengthen university governance, institutional autonomy, and academic freedom. Stakeholders, including university leaders, academics, and students, will be consulted in the process.
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  14. WorldEurope

    Marija Vuković Wins Bronze at European Championships

    Marija Vuković secured a bronze medal in the women's high jump at the European Championships in Birmingham with a jump of 1.95 meters. This is her second European medal, having won silver in Munich four years ago. She cleared heights of 1.83, 1.88, 1.92, and 1.95 meters without error on her first two attempts. Vuković's achievement has been praised by Montenegrin officials as an inspiration for young athletes and a testament to her dedication and consistent work.
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  16. SocietyAfrica

    NSW Launches Gun Buyback Scheme After Bondi Beach Attack

    New South Wales (NSW) in Australia is set to launch a gun buyback program on November 2, six weeks before the first anniversary of the Bondi Beach terror attack. The scheme aims to reduce the number of dangerous firearms in the community by compensating licensed gun owners for handing in their weapons. Owners can receive up to AUD$10,000 per firearm, with most firearms expected to receive a fixed compensation of between AUD$450 to AUD$1,000. The scheme is part of strict gun control measures introduced following the attack, which also include limits on the number of firearms that can be owned by most license holders and stricter controls on certain types of firearms. The federal government has proposed a national firearms buyback program, although most other states have opposed or not yet committed to such a scheme.
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    Trump Halts Offshore Wind Energy Development Over Security Concerns

    The Trump administration has been blocking the development of offshore wind energy projects in the US and Europe, citing national security risks. The Interior Secretary, Doug Burgum, has referenced a secret report by the Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, to support this stance. This move aligns with President Trump's known disdain for wind turbines and his push for 'energy dominance' through fossil fuels. Despite the potential of offshore wind to meet the country's annual electricity consumption, these projects have been halted or lease agreements have been bought back.
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  18. CultureUnited KingdomPodcastsBooks

    Stephanie Cayo Reveals Details of Her Relationship with Alejandro Sanz

    Stephanie Cayo has spoken about her relationship with Alejandro Sanz, revealing that they knew each other before she got married over a decade ago. The Peruvian actress described their connection as starting with admiration for his work, evolving into a friendship, and eventually becoming romantic. Despite initial fears about public exposure, Cayo feels supported by Sanz in her career and has integrated into his family life. She is currently filming 'DOC' season 2 and working on a romantic comedy script.
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  22. PoliticsMiddle EastChinaCorp Gov

    PM Modi Sets Goal for Indian Companies in Fortune 500

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set an ambitious goal for Indian companies. He wants India to have a bank among the world's top 5 banks and for 50 Indian companies to be included in the Fortune 500. He also called for Indian pharma firms to rank among the world's five largest. The PM emphasized that India's growth must translate into a stronger global presence for Indian businesses.
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