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Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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Japan opens Korogi Sports Park cricket ground for Asian Games and World Cup qualifiers
Japan’s new Korogi Sports Park near Nagoya hosts cricket matches ahead of the Asian Games starting September 19, 2026.
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Netherlands opposes US plan to further restrict ASML sales and services to China
The Netherlands government formally objected to a US proposal to ban ASML’s sales of certain lithography machines and services in China.
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Morgan Stanley forecasts improved profit outlook for Chinese firms in Q2 2026
Morgan Stanley projects better profits for Chinese companies in Q2 2026 driven by strong Q1 results and rising exports.
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Trump Officials Tried to Ban Dominion Voting Machines Over Security Fears
Trump aides tried last year to ban Dominion Voting Systems machines in over half of US states, citing unproven national security risks.
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China launches two-year crackdown on illegal cross-border securities trading
China announced a two-year campaign targeting unauthorized offshore investment services and brokerages including Tiger, Futu, and Longbridge.
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AMD CEO Lisa Su forecasts over 35% annual CPU market growth fueled by AI
AMD CEO Lisa Su predicted the CPU market will grow more than 35% annually over five years, driven by AI infrastructure demand.
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Philippine central bank weighs off-cycle rate hike amid persistent inflation pressures
The Philippine central bank is considering an off-cycle interest rate hike before its June 18 policy meeting due to ongoing inflation concerns.
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UK issues new guidance allowing exclusion of transgender people from single-sex spaces
Britain's Equality and Human Rights Commission published new code permitting transgender exclusion from single-sex spaces based on biological sex.
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NATO Chief Mark Rutte Warns Many Members Not Providing Enough Aid to Ukraine
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on May 21 that many members fall short in funding Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion.
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Taiwan Probes Three for Smuggling Nvidia AI Chips to China Violating US Rules
Taiwan prosecutors arrested three suspects for forging documents to export Nvidia AI servers to China, Hong Kong, and Macau in breach of US export controls.
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Global survey shows record low worker confidence amid rising AI job loss fears
Mercer's 2026 report finds worker confidence at an all-time low with 40% fearing AI will replace jobs worldwide.
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Shein acquires US sustainable fashion brand Everlane for $100 million
Chinese fast-fashion company Shein acquired US sustainable fashion brand Everlane for $100 million, keeping its leadership and brand independence.
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Hong Kong to launch government-owned gold-clearing system by July 2026
Hong Kong plans to launch a government-owned gold-clearing system by July to allow faster trade settlement via unallocated accounts.
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China restricts rare earth exports to Japan amid Taiwan dispute
China has cut off heavy rare earth exports to Japan since December 2025 amid a diplomatic row over Taiwan.
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Chinese EVs capture over 15% of Europe's electric vehicle market in April 2026
Chinese electric vehicle brands reached more than 15% market share in Europe in April 2026, with sales doubling year-on-year.
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Lenovo reports 38% profit growth and strong AI-driven earnings for fiscal 2026
Lenovo posted 38% profit growth and surged AI revenue, driving shares up 17% in Hong Kong on May 22.
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DeepSeek Raises $10 Billion to Prioritize Artificial General Intelligence Research
DeepSeek is conducting a 70 billion yuan funding round focused on advancing artificial general intelligence over short-term profit.
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India's power demand hits new record 270.82 GW amid severe May heatwave
India's power producers set a record peak electricity demand of 270.82 GW on May 21 amid intense heat across the country.
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India's Cockroach Janta Party gains 20M+ followers after chief justice's remarks
The informal Cockroach Janta Party online movement surged past 20 million followers after remarks from India's chief justice sparked youth outrage.
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Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 launches free Patch 13 'Purgation' update worldwide
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 released its free Patch 13 'Purgation' update today across PC and consoles during Warhammer Skulls 2026 showcase.
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South Korean celebrities Lee Da-hae and SE7EN announce pregnancy three years after marriage
Lee Da-hae and SE7EN announced on May 20 they are expecting their first child, three years after marrying in 2023.
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US, Japan, Australia, India hold Quad foreign ministers meeting in New Delhi
The US, Japan, Australia, and India met in New Delhi on May 26 for a Quad foreign ministers meeting focused on Indo-Pacific security and technology.
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European Central Bank likely to raise interest rates in June amid inflation surge from Iran war
The European Central Bank is expected to raise interest rates in June due to rising inflation fueled by the Iran war and energy price shocks.
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Former Minnesota Nonprofit Leader Sentenced to Nearly 42 Years for $250M Fraud
Aimee Bock was sentenced to nearly 42 years in prison for orchestrating a $250 million pandemic relief fraud scheme in Minnesota.