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Sunderland beats Everton 3-1 at Goodison Park to keep Europe hopes alive
Sunderland defeated Everton 3-1 on May 17 at Goodison Park, staying close to European qualification with one game left.
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Trump warns Iran to act fast on peace deal as negotiations stall amid Middle East tensions
President Donald Trump warned Iran on May 17 to move quickly on a peace deal or face destruction amid stalled talks and regional conflict.
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US-Cuba tensions rise as Cuba reportedly acquires 300+ military drones, US imposes sanctions
The US deployed surveillance flights near Cuba since May 11 amid Cuban drone acquisitions and new US sanctions on Cuban officials.
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About 10 new suspected Epstein victims come forward in French investigation
French prosecutors say around 10 new suspected victims have emerged in the ongoing Epstein probe in France.
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Bruno Fernandes equals Premier League single-season assist record in Man Utd win over Nottingham Forest
Bruno Fernandes matched the Premier League record with 20 assists as Manchester United beat Nottingham Forest 3-2 at Old Trafford on May 17, 2026.
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Drone attack sparks fire at UAE Barakah nuclear plant generator, no casualties
On May 17, 2026, a drone struck a generator outside the UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, causing a fire but no injuries.
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Fabio Di Giannantonio wins Catalan MotoGP amid crashes hospitalizing riders
Fabio Di Giannantonio won the Catalan MotoGP in Barcelona, a race red-flagged twice due to serious crashes involving multiple riders.
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Celtic secure 56th Scottish league title with 3-1 win over Hearts amid pitch invasion
Celtic won the Scottish league title by beating Hearts 3-1 at Celtic Park, sparking a pitch invasion and police arrests.
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Malaysia plans to raise gig workers' subsidised petrol quota to 250 litres
Malaysia's government will discuss raising gig workers' BUDI95 petrol subsidy quota from 200 to 250 litres on May 19.
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Malaysia denies plans for new top 20% income class, prioritizes nationwide BUDI95 fuel subsidy
Malaysia's cabinet has denied considering any new T20 income classification and remains focused on rolling out the BUDI95 fuel subsidy nationwide.
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DAP signals Negeri Sembilan may dissolve assembly after Johor election call
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke said Negeri Sembilan could dissolve its state assembly immediately if Johor dissolves first and contest all 36 state seats.
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South Korean President Lee and Trump Discuss US-China Summit and Korean Peninsula in Phone Call
South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump held a 30-minute call on May 17 to review US-China summit outcomes and regional security issues.
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Drone strike causes fire near UAE's Barakah nuclear plant, no injuries reported
A drone attack on May 17 caused a fire outside the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi, with no injuries or radiological impact reported.
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Malaysia Civil Defence Force urged to stay vigilant as Southwest Monsoon starts
Malaysia’s Civil Defence Force called to remain prepared amid Southwest Monsoon starting May 14 and lasting through September.
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Nearly 60% of Malaysian Workers Overweight or Obese, Health Risks High
Health screenings from 2023-2025 found 59.2% of Malaysian workers overweight or obese, with rising risks of diabetes and other conditions.
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Tata Electronics and ASML sign agreement to build India’s first semiconductor fab in Gujarat
Tata Electronics and ASML signed a deal to build India’s first front-end semiconductor fabrication plant in Gujarat, with Tata investing $11 billion.
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White House Hosts Mass Prayer Event on National Mall to Mark America's 250th Anniversary
The White House held a nine-hour mass prayer event on May 17 on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and reaffirm its Christian heritage.
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Swatch-Audemars Piguet Royal Pop watch launch triggers chaos and store closures worldwide
Swatch's Royal Pop watch launch on May 16 sparked large crowds, fights, police interventions, and store closures in major cities globally.
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Rwandan genocide suspect Felicien Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague
Felicien Kabuga, accused of a key role in the 1994 Rwanda genocide, died in UN custody in The Hague on May 16, 2026.
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OpenAI partners with Malta to offer free one-year ChatGPT Plus to residents
OpenAI and Malta government launched a program giving free one-year ChatGPT Plus to Maltese residents who complete an AI training course starting May 2026.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins second straight NBA MVP as Thunder lead Spurs in finals
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named NBA MVP for the second consecutive season while leading the Thunder in a tight Western Conference finals series against the Spurs.
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Soldier dies after falling from horse at Royal Windsor Horse Show
A soldier from the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery died after falling from a horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on May 15.
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Napoli clinches Champions League place as Juventus lose at home; Roma rises to fourth
Napoli secured a Champions League spot with a 3-0 win over Pisa on May 17 as Juventus lost to Fiorentina, while Roma moved to fourth after beating Lazio.
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arXiv to Ban Authors for One Year Over Unchecked AI-Generated Paper Content
arXiv will suspend researchers for one year if they submit AI-generated content without proper verification, starting in May 2026.