Today's Top 3 News: M7.7 Flores Earthquake, First D23 Asia in Singapore
Here is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.
1. M7.7 Earthquake Hits Near Flores Island
Early Saturday morning on August 15, 2026, a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara, prompting tsunami alerts and shaking neighboring islands. The epicenter was located 30 kilometers northeast of Mbay in Nagekeo Regency, NTT, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers. BMKG reported the main shock at 4:58 a.m. WIB/WITA.
2. Josh Kushner's Net Worth Powers Lakers Deal
Venture capitalist and businessman Josh Kushner, 41, has amassed a fortune that enabled him to back a US$12.5 billion deal for the Los Angeles Lakers. Forbes estimates Kushner's net worth at $5.2 billion as of August 2026, ranking him #806 globally. Unlike his family's real estate business, Kushner's wealth grew through early investments in technology startups.
3. Disney Brings D23 Asia to Singapore in June 2027
Disney announced its first-ever D23 Asia fan convention will take place in Singapore in June 2027, marking a significant expansion for the event. The "D23 Asia: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event" will gather fans, Hollywood talent, and creators across the Asia Pacific region for exclusive previews, announcements, and immersive experiences.
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