News@9: Today's top headlines - Aug 17, 2026 [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: Here are today’s top stories.
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Indian Army contingent departs for joint exercise in Thailand
The 15th edition of the India-Thailand joint military exercise, MAITREE-XV, is scheduled to take place in Surat Thani from August 18 to 31
'A bunch of nothing': Canada making slow progress on reducing climate risks such as wildfire, floods
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Father, son escape as wild elephant attacks car in Kerala
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