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Indonesian single mum uncovers shocking infidelity of her husband
In a startling display of deception and betrayal, a single mother encountered a harsh reality when she found pictures of her husband with another woman. The woman had been raising their daughter alone since her birth, assuming her husband’s constant absence was due to his work in Singapore. For the past four years, Feera’s husband has been working in Singapore to…
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Indonesia urged to emulate Thailand’s EV dominance
A prominent business executive, known for his roles as president of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) and the chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin), advocates cooperative efforts between Thailand and Indonesia to establish a robust and resilient supply chain within Southeast Asia that caters to the global EV market. In the early part of this…
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Dolphin attacks increase around Japan’s Suishohama beach, causing alarm
A recent dolphin attack on tourists in the town of Mihama, Fukui Prefecture, Japan, caused widespread alarm. The incident happened yesterday, when four beachgoers, including a man in his sixties and another in his forties, were attacked by dolphins near Suishohama beach – the first sustaining bites to his hand and broken ribs, the latter suffering arm bites. The overall…
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Typhoon Talim forces Hong Kong’s US$5.2 trillion stock market into trading halt
Hong Kong felt the devastating blow of Typhoon Talim as it forcefully swept its US$5.2 trillion stock market off into a trading halt today. Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearings Ltd cited this extreme weather event as the cause for the suspension, a decision markedly disrupting the day’s trading flow. This unprecedented event not only put the scheduled New Media Lab’s…
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Thai woman swept away in South Korean floods
A Thai woman working illegally in South Korea has tragically become one of the victims of the devastating flash floods, which have claimed the lives of at least 37 people and left nine others missing. As 9,000 residents grapple with the aftermath of this natural disaster in the East Asian nation, the extent of the destruction is becoming apparent. According…
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German politician’s damning critique of NATO raises questions about alliance’s purpose (video)
As global leaders gathered at the NATO summit in Lithuania last week, seeking to ratify the membership of Sweden and discuss Ukraine’s eligibility, German politician Sevim Dagdelen delivered a scathing indictment of what the North Atlantic Treaty Organization stands for. The 47 year old German Left Party member dissected NATO hypocrisy, lies and smoke and mirrors with the precision of…
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UK seals deal to join trans-Pacific trade group CPTPP
It was officially announced today that the United Kingdom signed the treaty enabling its inclusion into the prominent trans-Pacific trade group, the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). This development marks the addition of the first new participant into this significant pact since its establishment in 2018. As the doors open for the UK, the stage is now…
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China’s courier sector sees notable growth, June industry report reveals
China’s courier sector exhibited noticeable growth in June, according to a recently-released industry update. As per the State Post Bureau, the index illustrating the development of express delivery for June showcased a notable increase. Recorded at 366.3, it marked a tectonic jump, expanding by 26.6% compared to the same timeframe the prior year. Parsing the various sub-indices provides an even…
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Israeli doctors save Palestinian boy in pioneering reattachment surgery after cycling accident
In a remarkable medical achievement, Israeli physicians have successfully performed a reattachment operation on a child’s head, following a collision with a vehicle while he was cycling that left him with an almost severed neck. The pioneering surgery was conducted at a hospital in Jerusalem. The local press revealed that the patient, Sulaiman Hassan, a 12 year old Palestinian residing…
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Cambodian premier willing to work with Thai opposition despite criticism
Cambodian premier Hun Sen has taken advantage of the unsuccessful attempt by Move Forward Party (MFP) Leader Pita Limjaroenrat to secure a victory in Thailand’s prime ministerial election as an opportunity to criticise his local opposition. However, Hun steadfastly denies any interference in Thailand’s politics, expressing his openness to collaborating with Pita and the MFP should they manage to establish the…
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Prolonged heatwaves grip US and Europe, raising health concerns
A prolonged heatwave prompted an urgent warning by the US National Weather Service (NWS) for over 115 million citizens. Notably, the city of Phoenix, Arizona has endured consecutive high temperatures over 43 degrees Celsius for 13 days, with signs of breaking a record of over 18 days of consecutive heat, starting Tuesday, July 18. Overall, the entire nation is experiencing…
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Bikini-clad women helping Bali farmers sparks online controversy
In a recent incident, a viral video featuring six female tourists in bikinis assisting local farmers in Bali sparked debate among netizens, with many questioning their motives. The footage and accompanying discourse centred on the appropriateness of their attire and the apparent disruption of local work. This bikini controversy generated extensive attention on social media platforms. According to Daily Mail,…
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Chinese boy’s peculiar thirst diagnosed as diabetes insipidus after years of baffling doctors
In a strange twist of health phenomena, a 14 year old boy from Jiangxi province, China, developed a staggering water-drinking habit. Consuming up to 30 litres of water per day, the boy becomes agitated without his abundant intake. Medical professionals finally diagnosed this unusual condition as diabetes insipidus, a rare disease causing extreme thirst. When he was just a small…
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Europe braces for ‘Cerberus’ heatwave: Italy issues red alerts as tourists succumb to heatstroke
A severe heatwave, dubbed ‘Cerberus‘ after the three-headed dog from Greek mythology, is spreading across Europe and North Africa, with possible record-breaking temperatures. Countries including Spain, France, Greece, Croatia, and Turkey, are anticipated to experience temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius. Italy’s temperatures could potentially surpass 48.8 degrees Celsius, leading the officers to issue red alerts in 10 cities encompassing Rome…
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Rain-ravaged India: Grappling with floods and landslides in a watery ordeal
India is grappling with a heightened disaster situation following continuous heavy rainfall that has led to extensive flooding and landslides. The fatality count has tragically risen to at least 66, with severe damage reported across multiple states in the northern part of the country. Today, 33 casualties were confirmed in the Himachal Pradesh state in northern India. Further south in…
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Chinese man assaults wife at City Hall before divorce
A terrible assault has drawn significant attention online after a husband brutally attacked his wife within the confines of a governmental department in China. Despite intervention from officers present, he continued to assault her before they eventually divorced. The shocking incident reportedly happened yesterday morning at a marriage registry situated within Pinhai City Hall in Yancheng, Jiangsu province, China. A…
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Outrage in China after actress in haunted house attraction sexually harassed by visitor
A recent unpleasant encounter within a haunted house attraction in China, where a working actress was sexually harassed by a visitor, sparked an outcry in the Chongqing province. The distressing incident occurred on July 9 according to local media outlets, provoking calls for heightened security and stringent behavioural regulations within such amusement sites. The young woman, who works as a…
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Woman shocked to discover future mother-in-law is unkind former school tutor
In a surprising turn of events, a young woman preparing to meet her boyfriend’s parents ahead of their wedding was floored to discover that her future mother-in-law was a former tutor she had an unpleasant history with during her secondary school years. The woman, seeking advice, took the situation to Dcard, a popular Taiwanese web forum. The thread sparked a…
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Chinese teen shocks mum by marrying her friend, who owes 240,000 baht in debt
A Chinese mother has been left reeling after her 19 year old son informed her of his intentions to marry. To make matters more shocking, the bride-to-be is none other than the mother’s close friend. The internet has dubbed the situation as truly shocking. A woman shared her heart-rending story on the ‘Anonymous Community’ area of the mirrormedia website. The…
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Thai food stalls set Chinese night bazaar ablaze with flavours
The enchanting Baishamen cultural and creative bazaar in Haikou, the bustling capital of China‘s southern island province of Hainan, comes alive as dusk descends. The unique flavours of Thai cuisine draw inquisitive visitors like moths to a flame. This sprawling bazaar, spanning 60,000 square metres, opened around just a month ago. Today, it boasts over 600 stalls showcasing an array…
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Vietnamese man’s ingenious laundry tactic for cash stash leaves social media bemused
In an unexpected revelation, a woman in Vietnam discovered why her husband of five years consistently insisted on folding the family’s laundry, leaving the social media community amused with his secret. She recently stumbled upon her husband’s concealed stash of cash, cleverly hidden within the folds of the family’s underwear. The woman shared her discovery on social media with a…
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Chinese groom swiftly marries another after ex’s hefty dowry demand of 1.8 million baht
A particularly intriguing drama unfolded recently at a wedding in China, as the groom’s former flame made a surprise appearance at the ceremony. The ex-girlfriend was reportedly bereft on learning that the man she had dated for merely one month had chosen to tie the knot with another woman. A series of events led to this fascinating saga that took…
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Man urges wife to remarry after arrest for 30 year old murder in China
A shocking revelation within a 30 year old cold case sparked a fervent discussion online, concerning a man‘s last request to his grief-stricken wife following his arrest for a murder he allegedly committed three decades ago. The incident, which has gripped the Chinese social media sphere, illuminates the tragic personal consequences of one man’s decades-long evasion of the law. The…
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English climber dies in 50-metre fall from Mont Blanc’s peak: Safety concerns raised
An English mountaineer in his 50s tragically plummeted nearly 50 metres to his death from the highest peak in the French Alps, Mont Blanc. The incident occurred near a spot known as Nid d’Aigle (Eagle’s Nest), close to the Bionnassay glacier, on Sunday. Police in the Chamonix region confirmed the event. Emergency services stated that the climber died instantly, The Sun reported.…
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US tourist survives ferocious shark attack while snorkelling off Galapagos Islands
An American holidaymaker had a horrendous experience when she was ferociously attacked by a shark while snorkelling near Mosquera islet, located off the enchanting Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean. The 42 year old woman noticed her surrounding waters turning crimson as she became the victim of a dreadful shark attack. Delia Yriarte, a nurse by profession, was snorkelling amidst…
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Ex-wife crashes wedding demanding overdue child maintenance
In an unusual twist to a wedding ceremony yesterday, a woman accompanied by a young child crashed her ex-husband’s nuptials. The woman had no intention of creating a scene but merely sought acknowledgement from her former spouse for co-parenting responsibilities. The incident took place in the town of Bang Phu in Anhui province, China. The wedding arranged on a grand scale…
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EasyJet offloads 19 passengers to tackle weighty situation, 19,000 baht compensation offered
The EasyJet airline delayed a flight for two hours asking 19 passengers to disembark, citing excessive aircraft weight, according to the Daily Mail website. The aircraft was travelling from Lanzarote, Spain, to Liverpool, England. The flight was originally slated to leave the airport at 9.45pm, but poor weather conditions meant that several hours passed without the plane taking off. Some…
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Turkish boy discovers 11 maggots after troubling eye irritation
In a recent shocking discovery in Turkey, a 10 year old boy was found to have no less than 11 live maggots residing under his left eyelid. The disturbing incident occurred after the boy made known his irritation and itching in his eye, Newsweek reported. The incident began with the boy’s parents seeking medical advice on July 5, after their…
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Abandoned motorcycle causes collision: Netizens berate owner and high-beam driver
A late-night drive turned into a shocking spectacle for one Vietnamese motorist when an abandoned motorcycle was found mid-lane, resulting in a collision with alarming force. The owner of the motorcycle, who left it in such a precarious position due to a brief blunder of dropping a possession, came under severe online criticism for his thoughtlessness, as did another driver…
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Caught in the act: BBC presenter stripped bare in explicit photo scandal
The unnamed BBC presenter accused of paying over 1.6 million baht (£35,000) for explicit photographs of a teenage girl was caught in his underpants ready to masturbate in a video call, says the girl’s mother. The teenage girl’s mother says she instantly recognized the BBC star as he sat in his underwear ready for her daughter to perform an erotic…
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