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Lapu Lapu Day Festival: Several dead in Vancouver SUV ramming, suspect arrested
At Vancouver's Lapu Lapu Festival, multiple people were killed in an SUV ramming incident. The suspect was apprehended by authorities, and investigations into the tragic event are ongoing.
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US strikes on Houthi-controlled territory in Yemen wound 8 people
US airstrikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen wounded eight people, including children. The Houthis retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israel. CENTCOM posted footage of US strikes against Houthi positions.
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Trump demands free passage for U.S. ships through Panama and Suez canals
US President Donald Trump demanded free passage for American military and commercial ships through the Panama and Suez Canals, instructing Secretary of State Marco Rubio to address the issue immediately.
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China exempts key U.S. imports from retaliatory tariffs to address supply chain gaps
China has exempted certain U.S. imports, including semiconductors and aviation parts, from recent tariff hikes, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities. The move highlights China's reliance on U.S. goods in key industries.
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Russian general Yaroslav Moskalik killed in car bomb attack outside Moscow, Kremlin points to Kyiv
Russian Lt. Gen. Yaroslav Moskalik was killed in a car bomb near Moscow. Russia blamed Ukrainian special services, though Kyiv hasn’t commented. It’s the second high-profile killing since December.
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Trump administration to launch streamlined trade talks with 18 nations
The Trump administration plans to initiate rolling trade talks with 18 nations using a unified negotiating framework focused on tariffs, digital trade, and economic security, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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Foreign policy looms over Australian election as Chinese-Australian voters hold sway
Australia’s election focuses on balancing relations with the US and China. Albanese’s outreach to Chinese-Australian voters contrasts with Dutton’s shift from a hawkish stance, amid growing concerns over China’s influence.
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UK issues travel advisory against visiting Pakistan amid rising Indo-Pak tensions
The UK FCDO warns against travel to Jammu and Kashmir, citing security risks, including popular tourist areas and border regions.
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Trump claims Russia-Ukraine deal 'very close', calls for 'very high level' talks
Trump claims Russia and Ukraine are "very close to a deal" and calls for high-level talks, while Zelensky rejects ceding Crimea to Russia.
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Trump's global gamble: Trade wars, cold peace, and a faltering peacemaker image
Trump’s efforts to position himself as a global peacemaker are faltering as trade wars with China escalate, diplomatic talks with Russia stall, and international confidence in US leadership wanes.
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Gen Z, misinformation, and the TikTok trap: Why the most online generation struggles to spot fake news
Despite being the most online generation, Gen Z struggles to detect misinformation due to low media literacy, distrust of institutions, and reliance on social media echo chambers.
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Trump’s $239 million inauguration sets record, draws scrutiny over donor influence
Trump’s 2025 inauguration raised a record $239 million, sparking concerns over donor influence as many top contributors were later nominated for key administration roles.
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The MAGA media takeover: How Trump’s allies are reshaping the White House press corps
Trump's second term has ushered in a MAGA media takeover of the White House press corps, replacing traditional journalism with partisan influencers who blend advocacy, livestreaming, and ideological loyalty to reshape the daily briefing room dynamic.
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Alphabet posts strong first-quarter earnings as AI and search propel growth
Google parent has beaten expectations with a 46% profit surge and $70bn share buyback despite tariff headwinds and recession fears.
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Trump’s meme coin offer sparks $100 million buying frenzy and ethics firestorm
Crypto wallets were flooded with $TRUMP tokens after gala dinner reward announcement, raising concerns over access and influence.
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Pentagon in turmoil as US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces leaks, firings, and internal chaos
Classified briefing for Elon Musk, Signal app controversies, and a wave of dismissals have fuelled mounting scrutiny of Hegseth’s leadership.
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U.S. military loses seven reaper drones in intensifying campaign against Houthis
Houthi rebels in Yemen have downed seven U.S. drones amid intensified American strikes, prompting concerns over rising costs, regional escalation, and civilian casualties in the Red Sea conflict.
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Pahalgam attack: US shuns Pak journalist's question over India-Pakistan tensions
US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce dismissed a Pakistani journalist's question on India-Pakistan border tensions, reiterating that US officials have already made their positions clear on the matter.
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Trump claims U.S.-China trade talks underway as Beijing demands tariff rollback
President Trump claims U.S.-China trade talks are underway, despite Beijing's denial and insistence that all U.S. tariffs must be removed before any negotiations can begin, deepening global uncertainty.
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Trump administration’s Ukraine peace plan alarms allies over territorial concessions
Trump’s Ukraine peace plan alarms allies, proposing Kyiv cede territory. Critics warn it rewards aggression, undermines international law, and lacks clear strategy, per CNN and diplomatic sources.
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Did Shakespeare live with his wife in London? A forgotten letter may rewrite history
A British scholar’s analysis of a 17th-century letter fragment challenges long-held beliefs about the Bard’s marriage.
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Elon Musk steps back from Washington: A controversial legacy at the Department of Government Efficiency
Elon Musk’s exit from Washington leaves behind a controversial legacy of dubious budget cuts, political entanglements, declining Tesla profits, and alarming access to Americans’ personal data.
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China trolls the Trump administration with AI, satire, and mockery
From parody music videos to drag makeup tutorials, Chinese internet users unleash a wave of political trolling aimed at US leaders.
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Chinese factories flood TikTok with direct-to-consumer luxury deals amid US tariff war
As Trump’s tariffs loom, Chinese sellers pitch bargain dupes to Americans, fuelling viral demand and political sympathy online.
