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Unleashed 60kg dog in Hong Kong mauls poodle, bichon frise to death (video)

TWO small dogs were mauled to death by a larger unleashed dog while it ran amok in Hong Kong. The incident occurred on Monday (Aug 17) at around 3 pm near Yoho Mall in Yuen Long, based on social media…

  • 60kg dog unleashed in Yuen Long, Hong Kong, attacked two small dogs.
  • 5kg poodle and 4kg bichon frise killed in the attack.
  • Owner of large dog arrested, animal to be examined by authorities.

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Murder accused Tiffany Meek back in court

Tiffany Meek is accused of murdering his son in Fleurhof in May last year.

  • Tiffany Meek accused of murdering 11-year-old son Jayden-Lee
  • Court appearance set for Wednesday in Johannesburg
  • New witness to be introduced, potentially transport driver or teacher

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Is DCP-Wiper deal in the making? Gachagua’s Wamunyoro meeting sparks speculation

Democracy for Citizens’ Party (DCP) Leader Rigathi Gachagua’s meeting with Wiper leaders at his Wamunyoro home on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, has opened a new chapter in the opposition’s search for a…

  • DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua met Wiper leaders in Wamunyoro on August 18, 2026.
  • Gachagua called for early alliance between DCP and Wiper parties.
  • Meeting is early stage, no formal pact announced yet.

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After primary wins, two pro-Israel candidates will battle for Florida's governor's office

The Associated Press called both the Republican and Democratic primary races for governor at 8 p.m., about an hour after polls closed on Tuesday, with around 85% of the votes counted in both races.

  • Republican Byron Donalds and Democrat David Jolly win Florida gubernatorial primaries
  • Both candidates strongly support Israel, with Donalds endorsing Trump's Iran strikes
  • Donalds, first Black governor if elected, passed bills protecting Jewish community

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Randy Fine beats Dan Bilzerian as another Jewish incumbent wins primary

In another race, South Florida Democrat Rep. Lois Frankel defeated outsider Victoria Doyle in a Democratic primary race on Tuesday.

  • Jewish Rep. Lois Frankel wins Florida primary with 75% of votes
  • Defeated Victoria Doyle by 51.9% margin in redrawn 23rd District
  • Campaign focused on establishment criticism and personal attacks

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Transferring West Bank enforcement from IDF to police is a mistake without a plan - editorial

Katz has spoken about the transfer as though the fundamental decision has already been made, while the institutions expected to carry it out are still trying to determine whether it is workable.

  • Defense Minister Israel Katz proposes transferring West Bank security from IDF to police.
  • Proposal lacks thorough planning and coordination with relevant authorities.
  • Potential legal challenges and manpower constraints could delay or block implementation.
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