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  Police Officer Guides Civilians to Safety Before Tibet Border Mudslide
  
  A police officer at Gyirong Port on the China-Nepal border directed civilians to safety moments before a mudslide struck, as Nepal seeks flood recovery aid
  
  Typhoon Dolphin Drives Hong Kong to Hottest Day on Record as Eastern China Evacuates Millions
  
  Hong Kong hit 36.9C, its hottest in 142 years, as Typhoon Dolphin brought extreme heat and drove mass evacuations across eastern China.
  
  Typhoon Dolphin Nears Eastern China, Closing Schools and Grounding Flights
  
  Typhoon Dolphin approaches eastern China, shutting schools, ports and tourist sites in Zhejiang and disrupting flights across Shanghai and beyond.
  
  Typhoon Noul Makes Landfall in Guangdong, Grounding Flights and Stranding Thousands
  
  Typhoon Noul, China's strongest storm this year, made landfall in Guangdong, cancelling flights and rail services and stranding 2,000 at Hong Kong airport.
  
  China’s Animal Rights Advocates Push Campaign Offline and Abroad After Guangdong Case
  
  The killing of a dog and her puppies in Guangdong has spurred China's animal rights advocates to move their campaign offline and overseas amid censorship.
World
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  Malaysia’s Anwar Unveils Cost-of-Living Measures Taking Effect September 1
  
  Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim announced cost-of-living relief measures on Sunday, including restored fuel subsidy quotas and funding for schools and small tra
  
  Norway’s King Harald V Dies at 89, Son Haakon VIII Takes Throne
  
  King Harald V of Norway died Friday at 89. His son, Crown Prince Haakon, 53, became King Haakon VIII and paid tribute in his first speech.
  
  Six Months of US-Israel War on Iran Reshapes Global Markets
  
  The US-Israel war on Iran passed its six-month mark on August 28, leaving a heavy human toll and lasting disruption across global energy and financial mark
  
  South Korea Backs Trump’s North Korea Talks, Warns Against Being Sidelined
  
  South Korea supports Trump's bid to resume North Korea dialogue but warns its security posture must not weaken and Seoul must not be sidelined.
  
  Albuquerque, Portland Reward Careful Drivers With Earlier Green Lights
  
  Albuquerque and Portland added speed sensors that give law-abiding drivers earlier green lights, crediting the change for fewer high-speed crashes.
Business
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  Okta Jumps 20%, CrowdStrike Surges 15% as AI Fuels Cyber Spending
  
  Okta rose about 20% and CrowdStrike 15% on August 27 as AI-driven threats push companies to spend more on cybersecurity, lifting tech stocks.
  
  Meta Agrees to $18bn Settlement, Adds Curfews and Time Limits for Child Users
  
  Meta agreed to an $18 billion settlement and will add night curfews and two-hour daily limits for child users on Instagram and Facebook in the US.
  
  Bank of America Says Buy Affirm Despite Modest Growth Guidance
  
  Bank of America says Affirm shares could climb further after earnings, even as the buy now, pay later firm issued only a slight growth upgrade.
  
  CXMT Posts 874% Revenue Surge in First Earnings Since Shanghai Listing
  
  ChangXin Memory Technologies reported first-half revenue of 150.31 billion yuan, up 873.64%, in its first financial results as a listed company.
  
  Take-Two Shares Climb After Grand Theft Auto 6 Preview Wins Over Fans
  
  Take-Two shares climbed Friday after the Grand Theft Auto 6 preview drew praise from fans and bullish reactions from analysts ahead of a 2026 launch.
Lifestyle
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  China Intensifies Crackdown on Celebrity Gossip and Chaotic Fan Culture
  
  China's cyberspace regulator is intensifying its crackdown on online...
  
  Influencer’s Rosé Impersonation Sparks Fierce Debate on Fan Identity and Celebrity Boundaries
  
  A Chinese influencer's recent imitation of K-pop star Rosé...
  
  K-Fashion’s Global Ascent: Brands Expand Offline Footprint in Japan and China
  
  South Korean fashion brands are aggressively expanding their physical...
  
  Pearl Noodles: China’s Comfort Food Craze
  
  Yudu pearl noodles, a beloved dish originating from Jiangxi...
  
  China Tightens Grip on AI and Online Health Content Amidst Mental Health and Misinformation Concerns
  
  China is implementing stringent new regulations aimed at curbing...
Culture
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  Thieves Steal Four Antonello da Messina Works from Sicilian Museum
  
  Thieves stole four Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina from a Sicilian museum overnight without triggering alarms, prompting a professional-heist
  
  ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Claims All-Time Domestic Opening Record With $360 Million
  
  'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has claimed the biggest North American opening weekend ever with $360 million, surpassing 'Avengers: Endgame.'
  
  “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Scores Second-Biggest North American Opening With $355 Million
  
  "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" scored the second-biggest North American opening ever with $355 million, trailing only "Avengers: Endgame."
  
  Jessica Chastain Confirms ‘The Savant’ to Premiere on Apple TV This Summer After Postponement
  
  Jessica Chastain confirms her political thriller series 'The Savant' will finally premiere on Apple TV this summer after its 2025 postponement.
  
  Olivia Rodrigo Drops New Single ‘Drop Dead’ and Makes Surprise Coachella Appearance
  
  Olivia Rodrigo releases her new single 'Drop Dead' and performs it live at Coachella, signaling a new romantic direction for her upcoming album.
Travel
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  Thai Elephant Parks Grapple with Tourist Slump Amidst Global Conflict Uncertainty
  
  Thai elephant parks, including Maetaeng Elephant Park & Clinic, are facing a significant decline in tourist numbers due to global travel disruptions and uncertainty stemming from the Middle East conflict.
  
  China Unveils ‘China Bound’: A Smart Tourism Platform for Global Travelers
  
  China Daily has officially launched "China Bound," an innovative...
  
  Las Vegas Launches “Welcome to Fabulous” Campaign to Boost Tourism
  
  Las Vegas is launching a new campaign, “Welcome to...
  
  Spirit Airlines Cuts Service as Competitors Expand Routes Amid Bankruptcy
  
  Spirit Airlines is scaling back operations across numerous U.S....
  
  Montmartre Residents Push Back Against Overtourism in Paris
  
  Montmartre, the postcard-perfect hilltop district of Paris, is facing...
Sports
- Callaway Ends Good Good Golf Partnership After Ad Shows Man Shoving Woman
  
  Callaway ended its Good Good Golf sponsorship after a video showing a man shoving a woman, as retailers pulled gear and the PGA Tour dropped it as title sp
  
  49ers Owner Jed York Pleads No Contest to Two Charges in Ohio
  
  San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York pleaded no contest Monday to two misdemeanor charges in East Palestine, Ohio, and was fined $1,150.
  
  ESPN Co-Founder Bill Rasmussen Dies at 93 From Parkinson’s
  
  Bill Rasmussen, who co-founded ESPN in 1979 and launched round-the-clock sports television, has died at 93 from the effects of Parkinson's disease.
  
  Tommy John, Pitcher Who Gave His Name to Elbow Surgery, Dies at 83
  
  Tommy John, the pitcher who won 288 games and became the first to return from the elbow reconstruction now named after him, has died at 83.
  
  Bezos-Backed Consortium Buys Liverpool Stake in $6 Billion Deal
  
  A consortium including Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin has agreed to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, valuing the Premier League club at around $6 billion
Top Lists

Okta Jumps 20%, CrowdStrike Surges 15% as AI Fuels Cyber Spending

Okta rose about 20% and CrowdStrike 15% on August 27 as AI-driven threats push companies to spend more on cybersecurity, lifting tech stocks.

Meta Agrees to $18bn Settlement, Adds Curfews and Time Limits for Child Users

Meta agreed to an $18 billion settlement and will add night curfews and two-hour daily limits for child users on Instagram and Facebook in the US.

Bank of America Says Buy Affirm Despite Modest Growth Guidance

Bank of America says Affirm shares could climb further after earnings, even as the buy now, pay later firm issued only a slight growth upgrade.

Around The World

Thai Elephant Parks Grapple with Tourist Slump Amidst Global Conflict Uncertainty

Thai elephant parks, including Maetaeng Elephant Park & Clinic, are facing a significant decline in tourist numbers due to global travel disruptions and uncertainty stemming from the Middle East conflict.

Around The World Lynn Hatem -

Meta Agrees to $18bn Settlement, Adds Curfews and Time Limits for Child Users

Meta agreed to an $18 billion settlement and will add night curfews and two-hour daily limits for child users on Instagram and Facebook in the US.

Business Lynn Hatem -

Malaysia’s Anwar Unveils Cost-of-Living Measures Taking Effect September 1

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim announced cost-of-living relief measures on Sunday, including restored fuel subsidy quotas and funding for schools and small tra

Asia Lynn Hatem -