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Speedboat Capsizes Off Phu Quoc Island, 15 Dead
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Speedboat Capsizes Off Phu Quoc Island, 15 Dead

A speedboat capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on July 11, killing 15 of the 36 people aboard, mostly Indian tourists, in heavy seas just 400 meters from shore.

Escaped Crocodile Sparks Chaos After Teen's Online Purchase
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Escaped Crocodile Sparks Chaos After Teen's Online Purchase

A Shanghai teenager's impulse purchase of a half-meter crocodile online for 100 yuan led to the reptile escaping from its container overnight, prompting a building-wide search that ended with authorities capturing the animal on a lower floo

Southern Thailand Music Festival Canceled as Artists Withdraw Over Payment Disputes
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Southern Thailand Music Festival Canceled as Artists Withdraw Over Payment Disputes

The Khaopip Music Festival in Chumphon was canceled tonight after multiple artists withdrew, accusing organizers of failing to pay agreed performance fees, leaving vendors and ticket holders demanding refunds.

Thai Airways Cancels Flights as Typhoon Bavi Approaches
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Thai Airways Cancels Flights as Typhoon Bavi Approaches

Thai Airways has cancelled four flights to Shanghai and Taipei on July 11–12 due to Typhoon Bavi affecting regional operations. Passengers are advised to check flight status through the airline's mobile app or contact center before travelin

Dutch Funeral Features Pole Dancer Performance at Casket
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Dutch Funeral Features Pole Dancer Performance at Casket

A Dutch couple who owned a Red Light District nightclub received an unconventional send-off when a pole dancer performed at their joint funeral in Amsterdam, honoring the deceased's professional legacy.

Thai Airways Cancels Flights Due To Typhoon Bavi
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Thai Airways Cancels Flights Due To Typhoon Bavi

Thai Airways has cancelled four international flights on July 11-12 as Typhoon Bavi disrupts operations across Asia routes including Bangkok, Shanghai, and Taipei.

Meat Restaurant Chain Apologizes For Delayed Payroll
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Meat Restaurant Chain Apologizes For Delayed Payroll

Nueua Tae restaurant chain apologized for delayed employee salaries caused by accounting system errors that miscalculated costs over six months, pledging to repay all wages once additional funding is secured.

Yamal Warns France to Fear Spain Before World Cup Semifinal
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Yamal Warns France to Fear Spain Before World Cup Semifinal

Spain's Lamin Yamal warned France ahead of their 2026 World Cup semifinal on July 14, saying the Spanish team has already beaten the defending champions twice this year and should be feared.

Barcelona Agrees Deal for Dortmund Forward Karim Adeyemi
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Barcelona Agrees Deal for Dortmund Forward Karim Adeyemi

Barcelona has agreed to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi for €22 million plus add-ons, pending final administrative steps. The 24-year-old German striker joins the club after recent departures from Barcelona's attacking lineup.

Spain Beats Belgium Despite First World Cup Loss
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Spain Beats Belgium Despite First World Cup Loss

Spain advanced to the 2026 World Cup semifinals by beating Belgium 2-1 in the Los Angeles quarterfinals on July 11, conceding their first tournament goal before Miguel Merino's 88th-minute winner sealed the victory.

Purple Line Tunnel Barrier Expanded After New Cracks Found
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Purple Line Tunnel Barrier Expanded After New Cracks Found

Bangkok's Purple Line BTS tunnel continues to experience ground subsidence and water infiltration, prompting authorities to expand the containment barrier after new cracks were detected beyond their original position.

Russian Model Goes Viral For Haaland Lookalike
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Russian Model Goes Viral For Haaland Lookalike

Russian model Anastasia Kostromitina went viral after her mother posted a video of her recreating Erling Haaland's goal celebrations, with social media users stunned by their uncanny resemblance. The clip amassed over 107 million views in a