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Prime Minister Scott Morrison drew widespread criticism after taking a pre-Christmas holiday in Hawaii while Australia battled extensive bushfires. Returning to significant public anger, Morrison acknowledged he would have made different decisions with hindsight, as fires continued to rage across New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

World Bank President David Malpass highlights the urgent need for effective debt management in emerging economies. With global debt reaching $55 trillion in 2018, the largest accumulation in 50 years, transparent financial strategies are crucial to prevent a potential economic downturn and promote sustainable development.

Scissors, invented around 1500 BC in Egypt, are one of the most versatile tools ever created. Used in households, offices, schools, and more, these pivoted metal blades have evolved over centuries, with 16 different types now utilized globally for various purposes.

Malaysia's ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak breaks silence on 1MDB scandal, defending himself against accusations of misappropriating 42 million ringgit. He claims financier Jho Low deceived him, asserting his intentions were to grow the strategic development company.

Five major tech companies are sued for allegedly exploiting child labor in dangerous cobalt mining operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where children as young as 12 work in hazardous conditions for minimal wages.

Samsung's Chairman Lee Sang-hoon has been found guilty of union-busting after tracking and attempting to undermine union members. The legal case reveals systematic efforts to disrupt labor organization, resulting in an 18-month prison sentence for Lee and over 20 company affiliates.