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Nine-storey building collapse in Angeles City kills four, leaves 17 missing
A nine-storey building under construction collapsed early May 24 in Angeles City, Philippines, killing four and leaving at least 17 workers missing.
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Russia launches large missile and drone strikes on Kyiv in retaliation for dorm attack
Russia launched over 600 drones and 90 missiles on Kyiv early May 24 in retaliation for a deadly dorm strike, causing casualties and citywide damage.
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Citadel asks some Hong Kong quantitative researchers to relocate or quit
Citadel told some Hong Kong-based quantitative researchers to relocate to Singapore or Miami or leave the company, sources say.
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China’s MiniMax and Knowledge Atlas AI stocks face limited short-selling until July lockup ends
Shares of MiniMax and Knowledge Atlas surged 400% and up to 900% since January, but lockups restrict short selling until July 2026.
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Microsoft reportedly developing China-specific Xbox Game Pass tier Project Saluki
Microsoft is reportedly working on Project Saluki, a new Xbox Game Pass tier tailored for Chinese gamers.
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Panthalassa Raises $210M to Develop Floating AI Data Centers Powered by Ocean Waves
Panthalassa secured $210 million, including $140 million in Series B led by Peter Thiel, to build floating AI data centers using wave power and seawater cooling.
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Thousands protest in Madrid over rising rents, housing shortage, and corruption allegations
Thousands marched through Madrid May 23-24 in separate protests against soaring rents, housing shortages, and government corruption.
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Hundreds Rally in Taipei Supporting Increased Defence Spending After Budget Cut
Hundreds gathered in Taipei on May 23 backing government plans to raise defence spending after Parliament approved only two-thirds of the requested US$40 billion budget.
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China's Wingtech Sues Nexperia Seeking Control and 8 Billion Yuan Compensation
Wingtech filed a lawsuit in China seeking to regain control of Nexperia and at least 8 billion yuan damages over Dutch government restrictions.
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Gabriel Attal announces run for 2027 French presidency as youngest former PM
Gabriel Attal, France’s youngest-ever prime minister, declared his 2027 presidential candidacy on May 22 in southern France.
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Gas Explosion at Shanxi Coal Mine Kills at Least 82 Workers
A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi, China, on May 22 killed at least 82 people and injured 128.
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US-China trade tensions and AI rivalry dominate 2026 APEC Trade Ministers Meeting in Suzhou
Trade ministers met in Suzhou May 22 to discuss Asian-Pacific trade issues amid US-China tensions and AI competition.
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Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif visits China amid US-Iran mediation efforts
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif toured Beijing and Zhejiang from May 23-26, meeting Chinese leaders and promoting peace talks on the US-Iran conflict.
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French woman and partner arrested in Portugal for abandoning two young boys roadside
French woman Marine Rousseau and her partner were arrested in Portugal after abandoning two young boys near Alcacer do Sal.
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Taiwan security chief says China deployed over 100 vessels along first island chain after US-China summit
Taiwan's security chief Joseph Wu said China has sent more than 100 vessels near Taiwan following the US-China summit in Beijing.
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Gas explosion at Shanxi Liushenyu coal mine kills 82, leaves 2 missing
A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province killed 82 and left two missing as rescue efforts continue.
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Sony’s PlayStation Store dynamic pricing may breach EU consumer laws
Sony ran a dynamic pricing test on PlayStation Store showing different game prices to users, raising legal concerns in the EU.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India to boost ties on trade, energy, and security
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a four-day visit to India May 23 to strengthen cooperation on trade, energy, defense, and Indo-Pacific security.
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Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye sacks PM Ousmane Sonko and appoints successor
Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government on May 23 amid mounting tensions.
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Gas Explosion at Shanxi Coal Mine Kills at Least 82 Workers
A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province on May 22 killed at least 82 people with two missing.
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Trump to Speak with Taiwan's President Lai on $14 Billion Arms Sale After Xi Meeting
US President Donald Trump said he will discuss a $14 billion arms sale with Taiwan's President Lai after meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
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Chinese firms warn Indonesia nickel policies threaten investment amid quota cuts and tax hikes
Chinese companies urged Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to ease nickel ore quotas and taxes, citing high costs and regulatory barriers that risk cutting investment.
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2-year-old girl dies of heatstroke after being left in car in Brión, Spain
A 2-year-old girl died after being left for hours in her father’s car during extreme heat in Brión, Galicia, Spain on May 20.
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France commits €1.5 billion to quantum computing and microchips under France 2030 plan
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a €1.5 billion investment in quantum computing and microelectronics on May 22, 2026.