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US-banned beverage makes mayhem in China

Four Loko, a hyper-intoxicating caffeinated alcoholic beverage that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) called a public health concern in 2010 and which was subsequently banned in several states, is now available on China's online shopping platforms.

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Taiwan women's group demands Japanese gov't apology to "comfort women"

The Taipei Women's Rescue Foundation led a rally on Monday urging the Japanese government to apologize for the Taiwanese women who were forced into sex slavery during World War II.

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Brazilian gov't extends armed forces' surveillance zone

The Brazilian government announced on Monday the enlargement of the armed forces' area of operations in Rio de Janeiro during the Olympic and Paralympic Games, in order to "guarantee law and order."

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HK hoists No 8 signal as typhoon approaches

The Hong Kong Observatory issued this year’s first No 8 storm signal on Monday night as Typhoon Nida approached the city.

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After losses, Asian stocks start to shake off "Brexit" worries

Most Asian stock benchmarks rebounded from early losses Tuesday as investors started shaking off the jitters from Britain's vote to quit the European Union and its messy aftermath.

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UN Security Council slams terrorist attacks in Lebanon's border town

​The UN Security Council on Monday condemned "in the strongest terms" the consecutive terrorist attacks in Lebanon's northeast town of Qaa, stressing the need to bring perpetrators to justice.

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Black boxes of crashed Egyptair flight arrive in France for repair

​The two black boxes of the crashed EgyptAir flight arrived Monday in the laboratory of the Bureau of Enquiry and Analysis for civil aviation safety of France (BEA) to be repaired, French daily Le Figaro reported Monday.

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Markets remain volatile despite British chancellor bid to calm nerves

Financial markets remained volatile Monday despite a speech by Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne aimed at reassuring British people and the global community following the EU referendum result.

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Japan concerned over after-effects of Brexit

The Japanese government stayed alert on possible economic turbulence following Britain's decision to leave the European Union and held a meeting Monday morning discussing measures to cope with after-effects of it.

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China on yellow alert for rainstorms

China's meteorological authority on Monday issued a yellow alert for heavy rain in six southern provinces across the country in the coming two days.

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Thousands flee their homes amid fatal downpours

Torrential rain across nine provinces and Chongqing municipality in central and southern areas of China has left more than 20 people dead and forced tens of thousands from their homes.

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Death toll from Indonesia's floods, landslides climbs to 43, with 19 missing

​Death toll from floods and landslides in western Indonesia's Central Java Province has risen to 43 on Monday, with 19 others missing, an official at the national disaster management agency said.

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TwoMenKissing spreads love in defiance of Orlando killer

Social media lit up Monday with statements of love and images of #TwoMenKissing in defiance of what the Orlando gunman's father described as his son's strong anti-gay feelings.

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China lowers threshold for individual certificates of deposit

China's central bank on Monday lowered the minimum amount of certificates of deposit (CDs) by individual investors from 300,000 (45,800 U.S. dollars) to 200,000 to give more people access to this investment channel.

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Afghans observe Ramazan or month of fast

​The people of Afghanistan like Muslims in other countries observe Ramazan or fasting month from Monday during which they do not eat and drink from dawn to dusk.

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Australia storm leaves one dead and homes in danger

One person is confirmed dead after massive storms flooded rivers, uprooted trees and tore into beaches along Australia's east coast.

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Belgian brands eye exploring Chinese market through Alibaba's platform

Belgian brands intend to expand their network in the Chinese market by selling through the online platform of Alibaba, local media reported on Monday.