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Iceland votes on whether to start EU membership talks, results too close to call

Iceland first applied to join the EU in 2009, amid a financial crisis that hit the country's small, exposed economy especially hard, and talks ended under a Eurosceptic government in 2013.

  • Iceland citizens voted on EU membership talks, results too close to call
  • Campaign focused on cost of living, security, sovereignty, fishing waters
  • EU talks could start by end of 2026 if "yes" vote prevails

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul promises to increase holiday security at synagogues, Jewish sites

About two weeks ago, a man broke into Shabbat services at the Central Synagogue, attacked a worshiper and a security guard, and caused property damage. He was later charged with hate crimes.

  • Governor Kathy Hochul promises increased holiday security for synagogues in NY.
  • Additional resources and fortifications to be deployed before High Holidays.
  • Incident at Central Synagogue in Jan. 9 highlighted need for enhanced protection.

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CE urges public to read blueprint, policy address

Chief Executive John Lee on Saturday encouraged people to read both the city’s first five-year plan and the annual policy address after he delivers them.

  • Chief Executive John Lee urges public to read five-year plan and policy address on September 16
  • Lee explains documents help citizens understand policy development based on blueprint
  • Beijing's liaison office emphasizes district-level work for Hong Kong's prosperity

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Nepal Border Town Buried in Mud, Rubble After Deadly Flash Floods

BIDUR, Nepal / KATHMANDU — The town of Bidur, Nepal, located about 50 kilometers south of the Chinese border, is buried in mud and sand following the deadly flash floods that occurred along the border…

  • Flash flood devastates Bidur town, 50km south of Chinese border
  • Bridges swept away, school and shops buried in mud and sand
  • Seven relatives, including grandmother, still missing in Nepal

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Emphasise dangers of mule accounts to children, parents urged

PENAMPANG (Aug 29): Parents must educate and remind their children, especially teenagers, about the risks of becoming involved in mule accounts that could expose them to legal action. Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick said young people could easily be lured by irresponsible individuals seeking access to their bank accounts for…

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ASUU Declares Indefinite Strike at Ondo Medical University

Fidelis David in Akure The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED), has declared a total, comprehensive and indefinite strike, accusing the Ondo…

  • ASUU declares indefinite strike at UNIMED.
  • Failure to adhere to 2025 agreement and pay arrears cited.
  • Strike impacts all academic activities from August 11.

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Polish PM Tusk Warns of Russian Escalation in Coming Months

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned on Aug. 28 that Russia is actively preparing for a regional escalation, describing the next seven to eight months as critical for the security of Ukraine and Poland. Speaking at a public event in Olsztyn, Tusk stated that Moscow views the upcoming autumn and winter as key periods.

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Russian strike on warehouse near Kyiv kills dozens

Hundreds were also forced to evacuate after a Russian attack on a warehouse near Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, sparked a huge fire and explosions.

  • Russian drone strike near Kyiv kills at least 27 people
  • Warehouse in Bucha targeted, causing large fire and evacuations
  • Zelenskyy condemns criminal negligence and calls for joint defense

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Honour Sabah’s 40% revenue right - Kitingan

STAR president Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan has urged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to implement Sabah’s 40 per cent revenue entitlement, and that continued failure to do so could trigger…

  • Kitingan urges Anwar Ibrahim to implement Sabah's 40% revenue entitlement promptly.
  • High Court ruling on Oct 17, 2025, supports Sabah's constitutional right to the entitlement.
  • RM1.5 billion interim grant insufficient; Sabah should receive at least RM5 billion for 2026.
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