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  5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Fake Passport Business Booms in Sihanoukville Amidst Crackdown on Online Scams

    Despite Cambodia's crackdown on online scams, a thriving business in fake passport production has emerged in Sihanoukville. A Fujianese man has been making a fortune by forging passports, replacing photos and personal information on real passports with clients' details. These passports can pass manual checks but fail machine verification. The high demand is driven by individuals involved in previous scams who lack valid passports and face potential arrest and deportation. Each passport can yield a profit of over $1,000, with the potential to forge hundreds daily, generating millions in profit.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle EastIndiaSci Policy

    Modi's Vision for India's Future

    Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has outlined his ambitious plans for the country's future. He envisions India becoming a global manufacturing hub and a leader in research and innovation. Modi also aims to make India a superpower in agricultural exports and establish its own space station. Additionally, he hopes to host an Olympics that will 'make the world look at us in awe' or 'leave the world watching in amazement'.
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  7. WorldAsiaSoutheast Asia

    National Lottery Draw Results and Winners

    The Extraordinary September Draw of the National Lottery took place on Saturday, September 5, 2026, distributing thousands of prizes across Spain. The first prize was 150,000 € per tenth, the second prize was 30,000 € per tenth, and the third prize was 15,000 € per tenth. Prizes were also awarded for the last four, three, and two digits, as well as refunds. The total prize pool was 105,000,000 euros. The probability of winning the first prize was 1 in 100,000.
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  11. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionMiddle EastHealthcare

    Man Beaten to Death with Sticks in Delhi's Mayur Vihar

    A man was brutally beaten to death with sticks and rods in Delhi's Mayur Vihar Phase 3 around 5 am. The victim, estimated to be around 40 years old, was attacked by two unidentified individuals. The incident was captured on CCTV. The motive behind the murder is yet to be known, and the accused are still at large. Police are investigating the case and have recovered CCTV footage for scrutiny.
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  14. PoliticsMiddle East

    Political Leaders Discuss New Provinces in Pakistan

    Political leaders in Pakistan have expressed their views on the formation of new provinces, emphasizing that the decision should not be based on linguistic or cultural grounds, but rather on administrative needs. They stressed the importance of resolving the issue through national consultation and consensus, rather than political point-scoring. While some leaders, like Abdul Alim Khan and Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain, emphasized the need for new provinces to ensure better governance and public facilities, others, such as senior journalist Hamid Mir, cautioned that new provinces alone may not improve governance.
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  17. WorldMiddle East

    Malaysia Considers Moving LIMA to Boost Competitiveness

    Defense Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin proposed relocating the International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) from Langkawi to a larger venue with international-standard facilities. He cited competition from neighboring countries and the need for continuous improvement to attract participation. Among the suggested alternative locations is Klebang, Malacca. However, the proposal sparked concern from Kedah's Tourism, Culture, and Entrepreneurship Exco, Datuk Mohd Salleh Saidin, who argued that LIMA is deeply rooted in Langkawi and brings significant economic benefits to the island.
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    U.S. Sanctions Official Visits Moscow

    A senior official from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Gene L. Sperling, who is responsible for sanctions, visited Moscow along with negotiators Steve Whitcoff and Jared Kushner, journalist Bara Ravid of Axios reported. The U.S. delegation also included representatives from the National Security Council and the State Department. Sperling, often referred to as the 'sanctions tsar', participated in a preparatory meeting with Kirill Dmitriev but did not attend the meeting with Putin.
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  20. SocietyCorruptionIndictmentArrest

    VP Sara Duterte Posts Bail, Skips Mugshot in Grave Threats Case

    Vice President Sara Duterte posted bail for three counts of grave threats at the Quezon City Regional Trial Court. She did not have her mugshot taken, submitting her own photos instead. Her lawyer, Paul Lawrence Lim, confirmed that the arrest warrant against her has been lifted. Duterte expressed safety concerns, stating she feels harassed and threatened since 2023.
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  24. SportsMiddle EastNorth AmericaBasketball

    Malaysia's Junior Hockey Teams Face Mixed Fortunes in Asian Cup

    Malaysia's junior men's hockey team started their 2026 Asian Junior Cup campaign strongly with an 8-0 win over Kazakhstan, while the women's team suffered heavy defeats against China (1-6) and India (1-11). The men's team, led by coach Nasihin Nubli Ibrahim, dominated Kazakhstan with goals from eight different players. Meanwhile, the women's team struggled, conceding 17 goals in two matches. Both teams will look to bounce back in their upcoming matches.
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