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    Woman Arrested for Promoting Fun Coffee Pyramid Scheme in Singapore

    A 49-year-old woman was arrested by Singapore police for allegedly promoting the Fun Coffee investment platform, which operates like a pyramid scheme. The suspect actively recruited members, requiring them to download an app and top up with USDT (Tether) to purchase investment packages. The platform promised high returns and recruitment commissions, but many users found they were unable to withdraw their funds. The case has previously been reported in Hong Kong and Macau, with over 220 cases and a total of HK$100 million involved. The woman faces a maximum penalty of 5 years' imprisonment or a fine of S$200,000.
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    SMAN 9 Surabaya Wins Okezone National Championship 2026 Regional Surabaya

    SMAN 9 Surabaya emerged victorious at the Okezone National Championship 2026 Regional Surabaya, defeating SMA Muhammadiyah 10 2-1 in the final. The tournament, held at GOR UNESA on August 8, 2026, saw five teams advance to the quarterfinals, with SMKN 5 Muhammadiyah 10 and SMAN 9 reaching the semifinals. SMAN 9 was also awarded the 'Best Team' title at the event.
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    Russian Tanks Equipped with 'Arena-M' Counter-Drone System

    The Russian military has been using T-72B3M tanks equipped with the 'Arena-M' counter-drone system, with mixed results. While the system has successfully downed drones in some instances, its limited ammunition capacity and the increasing number of enemy drones raise questions about its long-term effectiveness. Experts argue that a comprehensive approach combining various anti-drone measures is necessary to protect tanks from drone attacks.
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    Exposé: Ah Yong, the Shameless Con Artist of Xigang

    Ah Yong, a 40-year-old man from Hunan, is notorious for his drug addiction, gambling, and deceitful behavior. Active in Xigang and Pobe, he targets people around him, cheating and scamming without remorse. Despite warnings and attempts to help, he remains unchanged, even setting traps for colleagues and friends. Netizens urge caution against this shameless individual.
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    Maskandi Star Scebi Dlamini (Inkosi Yamagcokama) Dies in Car Accident

    Popular Maskandi artist Scebi Dlamini, known as Inkosi Yamagcokama, has died following a car accident in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The accident occurred at a traffic light opposite Melomed Hospital on Sunday morning. Dlamini was on his way to a performance when the accident happened, with three members of his stage crew in the car. Tragically, one other crew member also died, while two others were injured. The musician was mourned as an 'invaluable asset' to the nation and an icon of Maskandi music.
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    Iran Sets Conditions for Reopening Strait of Hormuz; Israeli Settler Attacks Continue in West Bank

    Iran has asked the US to 'correct its behaviour' and set six conditions for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Israeli settler attacks continue in the West Bank, with Palestinian property torched overnight. US Vice President JD Vance said progress has been made in negotiations with Iran, but Washington remains focused on determining Tehran's willingness for long-term changes. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz authorized rehabilitation work in southern Gaza two weeks ago. Hamas remains ready to proceed with a US-backed Gaza peace plan. Saudi Arabia and Yemen's internationally recognized government condemned the attack on an oil tanker operated by the UAE's ADNOC.
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    Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker Leaks Oil Off Omani Coast

    An oil spill is unfolding off the southern coast of Oman after a Russian shadow fleet tanker, the Caroline Bezengi, carrying at least 800,000 barrels of crude oil, ran aground and sank further underwater. The ship was reportedly hit by one or more explosions in early June, and the cause remains unclear. The spill has created a kilometers-long oil slick, threatening rare sea turtles and whales in the area. Oman has announced an operation to monitor the affected location, but it's unclear if salvage or cleanup measures have been taken. The tanker's insurance is reportedly not in order, potentially leaving Oman to bear the full cost of the disaster.
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    Lebanon-Israel Talks Deadlock over Hezbollah Disarmament, Expansion of Pilot Areas

    The seventh round of talks between Israel and Lebanon in Rome ended without progress on key issues, including the expansion of pilot areas and Hezbollah disarmament. Israel refuses to withdraw further until Hezbollah disarms, while Lebanon awaits American pressure. The next round of talks is expected to be postponed until after the summer. Meanwhile, the Lebanese government hopes to renew dialogue with the US through a new channel based on mutual respect and a new ceasefire monitoring mechanism.
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    Ukraine's Weather: Warm and Dry Start to the Week

    Ukraine will experience warm and dry weather at the start of the week, with temperatures reaching up to 33°C. Most of the country will remain without precipitation, although short-term rain and thunderstorms may occur in the south-east during the afternoon. A north-easterly wind of 5-10 m/s is expected, with night temperatures ranging from 11-16°C and daytime temperatures from 24-29°C. Kyiv and its region will also experience no precipitation, with temperatures similar to the rest of the country.
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    Record-Breaking Heatwave in Western Europe

    Western Europe experienced its warmest June-July period on record, with average temperatures reaching 21.62°C, according to the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. The heatwave, fueled by climate change, has led to extreme wildfires across the region and disrupted shipping and power generation due to critically low water levels in major rivers like the Rhine, Danube, and Seine. The heatwave has also caused thousands of excess deaths and contributed to economic losses, with some countries like France and the Netherlands facing potential recessions. Europe is bracing for another heatwave this week, with temperatures expected to exceed 35°C in many regions.
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