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Africa’s true size gets UN backing as US votes against map resolution

The resolution calls for wider use of equal-area map projections in contexts where the comparative size of continents matters.

  • United Nations adopts resolution on September 5 to correct global cartographic representation
  • United States votes against resolution, citing ideological concerns
  • African countries unanimously support the resolution

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Blocks installed by local gov't in Osaka criticized as hostile architecture

OSAKA (Kyodo) -- The city of Osaka has recently been inundated with over a hundred inquiries after it installed a series of rectangular objects protru

  • Osaka city government installed 100+ blocks near JR Osaka Station.
  • Blocks criticized as obstructing pedestrian pathways and tripping hazard.
  • Installation aims to deter littering and unauthorized bicycle parking.

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UAE student grades to undergo four levels of review under new assessment policy

Dubai: Student grades in UAE schools will undergo four levels of review, moderation and quality control under the Ministry of Education’s assessment policy for the 2026-2027 academic year, in a system…

  • UAE Ministry of Education introduces four-tiered grading review policy for 2026-2027
  • Policy aims to enhance grading accuracy, fairness, and consistency across schools

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Don't rush GE16 seat talks, says Johari

KUALA LUMPUR: Discussions regarding seat allocations between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) for the 16th General Election (GE16) should be left to the top leaders of both coalitions, says Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

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Bolivian army base blasts kill 2, wound dozens

Two explosions at an army barracks in Bolivia killed at least two people and wounded 81 on Friday, authorities said. Defence Minister Ernesto Justiniano said “pyrotechnic material” was stored at the…

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What would an AfD government in Saxony-Anhalt really mean?

Detention centers for deportation, mandatory work for asylum-seekers, vigilante groups — the AfD wants to drastically overhaul Saxony-Anhalt. What does the party have planned?

  • AfD's far-right ideology could lead to significant changes in Saxony-Anhalt.
  • Party plans to deport immigrants without residency permits and impose stricter asylum rules.
  • Establishment of a voluntary citizen patrol could impact public safety.

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Morning recap

Morning recap Good morning Middle East Eye readers, If you're just joining us, here are key developments from across the region: • Donald Trump has said that the Iran war was "small potatoes" for the…

  • Israeli strikes in Lebanon kill at least three, injure 23; Iran vows pre-emptive operations.
  • Iran's Strait of Hormuz traffic drops 50% on August 31, lowest in recent weeks.

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Senator Karungo: Ndindi Nyoro is Ruto’s designated deputy for 2027

Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thangwa has come out to claim that Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro is President William Ruto’s designated deputy presidential nominee, whom he will use in 2027.

  • Kiambu Senator Karungo claims Ndindi Nyoro is Ruto's 2027 deputy nominee.
  • Karungo labels Nyoro as State creation to weaken opposition.
  • Nyoro denies being opposition mole and denies financial support claim.

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Zahid’s game plan is opening up

By Murray Hunter MALAYSIA’S unity government that was forged after the hung parliament of GE15 was always a marriage of convenience rather than conviction.

  • UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi pushes for early elections (GE16) instead of 2028.
  • BN’s strong state poll performance bolsters UMNO’s narrative of a “blue wave”.
  • Tensions within unity government over spending decisions reveal contested coalition support.
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