Aug 08, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi addressed doctoral graduates at NTU's 2026 convocation, urging them to 'actively seek the unknown' amid rapid technological change. In a 10-minute speech, he shared his personal journey from Yio Chu Kang to leading a global tech company. More than 14,000 students are graduating this year in the university's largest-ever batch.
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Aug 08, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The leaders of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, a trilateral collective defense pact resembling NATO's Article 5. The pact combines Saudi oil wealth, Turkish defense technology, and Pakistan's nuclear arsenal, marking a new security bloc. Analysts say the agreement signals a shift away from U.S. hegemony in the Middle East, with potential expansion to Egypt and other Gulf states.
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Aug 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum is considering pilot fracking projects in Coahuila and Tamaulipas to increase domestic gas production. The move comes as Mexico seeks to curb its dependence on U.S. gas imports. Officials and Pemex are reviewing expert findings on environmental impacts and technical feasibility. First pilot projects could begin as early as September.
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Aug 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The UK Statistics Authority has ruled that former Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and two government departments made misleading claims about defence spending. The £270bn figure was wrongly described as an increase rather than the total planned budget from 2025-26 to 2028-29. The Wales Office deleted a social media post, and the Ministry of Defence has promised to use more precise language in future.
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Aug 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
President Trump walked straight past Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni before a group photo at the NATO summit in Ankara, signaling cold ties. The snub followed weeks of tension over Meloni's refusal to allow US military operations from Italian bases during the Iran war. Meloni later said she had no regrets and insisted her approach to Trump was no different from her approach to other leaders. She acknowledged common ground on migration and opposition to 'woke culture,' while standing by Italy's decision not to join attacks on Iran.
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Aug 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Megastar Chiranjeevi may soon enter the exhibition business with a premium multiplex in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, reportedly in partnership with his son Ram Charan. While there is no official confirmation, industry sources indicate the first property could compete with leading multiplex brands. The development follows the success of Allu Arjun's Allu Cinemas and Asian Cinemas' partnerships with Telugu stars. If confirmed, the duo would join a growing list of actors investing in the exhibition sector.
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Aug 06, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Carlos Alcaraz could make his injury comeback at the Winston-Salem Open after pulling out of Cincinnati. The world No.2 has been sidelined for nearly four months with a wrist injury and is weighing a return to ATP 250 level for the first time since 2024. The Spaniard last played Winston-Salem in 2021. His team remains cautious but positive about his recovery progress.
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Aug 06, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A sensational report claims Arsenal's dressing room considers Vinicius Junior's arrival a done deal. Real Madrid face losing the Brazilian for nothing next summer. Arsenal are ready to make him their highest-paid player ever, despite a hefty fee being demanded.
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Aug 06, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Coco Gauff has admitted she still struggles with confidence despite her elite ranking. Ahead of the 2026 Canadian Open, the American star revealed how she fakes composure on court and what she expects from a challenging draw in Toronto.
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Aug 06, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Kerolin Nicoli Israel Ferraz, the Brazilian forward, has signed for Barcelona until 2030, becoming the club's most expensive women's signing. The 26-year-old, who idolized Ronaldinho and Neymar, joins from Manchester City for €1.2m plus variables. Nicoli arrives as a replacement for Salma Paralluelo and aims to compete for the Ballon d'Or.
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Aug 06, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Real Madrid are finalizing a blockbuster move for RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande. The reported €125m base fee, plus €15m in add-ons, would make the 19-year-old the most expensive signing in the club's history. That would surpass the €133.9m package paid for Jude Bellingham in 2023. Diomande is expected to sign a contract through 2031.
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