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Social Media Users Question Origin of Air While Indonesian Officials Make Claims

Some social media users have raised questions regarding the source of the air they are breathing, prompting comments from Indonesian officials who made claims about the origin of oxygen.

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WorldOct 121 min

Madeira's Landscape and Drive Through Back Roads

According to the South China Morning Post, the island of Madeira, situated in the eastern Atlantic Ocean, offers an indulgent escape featuring Portuguese lifestyle and natural pools, with a drive through its back roads guided by Wilson Fernandes.

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WorldOct 121 min

Chinese Foreign Ministry Sanctions Paraguayan and Belizean Ministers Over Taiwan Ties

The Chinese foreign ministry has imposed sanctions on Gustavo Villate of Paraguay and Francis Fonseca of Belize, accusing them of supporting 'diplomatic ties' with Taiwan for personal gain.

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WorldOct 121 min

Eight Endangered Apes Rescued from Indonesia's Severe Wildfires

Eight endangered apes, including three mother-child pairs and two adolescent male orangutans, were successfully rescued from Indonesia's most intense wildfires in 11 years, according to the South China Morning Post.

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WorldOct 121 min

At Least 139 Migrants Dead, 84 Missing After Overcrowded Boat Sinks Near Djibouti

A UN agency reported on Sunday that at least 139 migrants, including 15 children, perished and 84 are unaccounted for after a boat carrying 305 people, mostly from Ethiopia, capsized while heading from Djibouti to Yemen.

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WorldOct 111 min

Taiwan's Military Faces Growing Manpower Shortage, Below 80% Volunteer Target for Third Year

The island's legislature has expressed growing concern that Taiwan's military is struggling with a worsening manpower shortage, as its volunteer staffing rate has remained under the 80 per cent goal for three consecutive years, potentially affecting combat readiness.

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WorldOct 111 min

Pope Leo Announces Surgery to Remove Small, Early-Stage Lung Growth

According to the South China Morning Post, Pope Leo stated that doctors found a small, well-contained growth in his lung during a recent health examination, and he has decided to undergo surgery this week to remove it.

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WorldOct 111 min

Pakistan Imposes Emergency Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Amid Security Concerns

The federal government and the military have accused Khan's party of not controlling Islamist militants, leading to the imposition of emergency rule in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

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WorldOct 113 min

Asia+ Festival Returns with 'Traditions Recast' Theme, Featuring Musical Performances

The Asia+ Festival, organized by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, is returning for its fourth edition under the theme “Traditions Recast.” The festival features two headline shows: Canvas of Sound, which premieres in Asia, and Taksu – The Spirit of Gamelan.

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WorldOct 102 min

Sara Sharif's Grandfather Granted Guardianship of Siblings in Pakistan After Years of Legal Proceedings

Sara Sharif's paternal grandfather has been granted guardianship of her five siblings by a Pakistani court following the murder of Sara in 2023. The children, aged between 16 and four, have resided in Pakistan since 2023, and the grandfather expressed hope for their health and education.

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WorldOct 101 min

Russian Aerial Bombs Kill 17, Including Three Children, in Zaporizhzhia as Missiles Strike Kyiv

According to the South China Morning Post, Russian aerial bombs struck residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, resulting in 17 fatalities, including three children, and at least 18 injuries. Separately, missiles also hit Kyiv during a daytime attack on Saturday, causing four injuries. Separately, missiles also hit Kyiv during a daytime attack on Saturday, causing four injuries.

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WorldOct 101 min

Loud Blast at Riyadh Airport Leads to Evacuations Amid Escalating Houthi Strikes

Following a loud blast heard on Saturday at Riyadh's international airport, more than a dozen ambulances were observed rushing to the location and travelers were evacuated, according to an eyewitness and individuals briefed on the matter. This event occurs as missile strikes by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi against the kingdom have intensified. The airport had previously been attacked twice this week, resulting in four fatalities, injuries, and significant aircraft damage.