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Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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IEA warns global oil markets risk 'red zone' by July-August amid Middle East supply disruptions
IEA executive director Fatih Birol warned July-August 2026 may bring critical oil supply shortages due to Middle East conflict and dwindling stocks.
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Taliban issues decree allowing child marriage, sparking UN and activist criticism
The Taliban issued a 2026 decree on spouse separation that allows child marriage and limits women’s divorce rights, drawing UN condemnation and protests in Kabul.
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Singapore sees rise in COVID-19 cases as Malaysia reports stable situation with no deaths
Singapore reported a 59% week-on-week rise in COVID-19 cases while Malaysia recorded a stable COVID-19 situation with no deaths in 2026.
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Record 274 climbers summit Mount Everest from Nepali side in a single day
A record 274 climbers reached the summit of Mount Everest from Nepal on May 20, 2026.
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Jon Rahm to Return to Scottish Open to Secure Ryder Cup 2027 Eligibility
Jon Rahm will play the Scottish Open in July for the first time since 2022 to meet DP World Tour requirements for Ryder Cup eligibility in 2027.
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Iran drops striker Sardar Azmoun from World Cup squad, cites injury amid controversy
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei left out striker Sardar Azmoun from the 2026 World Cup squad, while Azmoun posted a message expressing love for Iran.
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Final Premier League day decides European spots and relegation battles
The 2025-26 Premier League season ends today with Arsenal champions and key battles for Europe and survival.
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UN FAO warns Strait of Hormuz closure risks global food price crisis within a year
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization warned today that the Strait of Hormuz blockage could trigger a severe global food price crisis within 6 to 12 months.
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Stamford Catering fined S$8,000 after over 180 fall ill with gastroenteritis
Stamford Catering Services was fined S$8,000 on May 20, 2026, for food safety lapses after over 180 people reported gastroenteritis symptoms linked to its food in 2024 and 2025.
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Coco Gauff Defends French Open Title Starting May 24 Against Sabalenka and Swiatek
Coco Gauff begins defense of her 2025 French Open title at Roland Garros amid strong competition from Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek.
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Monetary Authority of Singapore revokes Bsquared Technology’s payment token license
The Monetary Authority of Singapore revoked Bsquared Technology’s digital payment token license over serious regulatory breaches.
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Grab consolidates Indonesian digital bank Superbank after Singtel stake transfer
Grab will consolidate Superbank into its financial services segment after Singtel transfers its stake to GXS Bank, raising Grab's share above 50%.
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Singapore’s A*STAR signs five-year deal with Commonwealth Fusion Systems for nuclear fusion tech
Singapore’s A*STAR and Commonwealth Fusion Systems agreed on a five-year collaboration to develop commercial nuclear fusion technologies.
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Singapore monitors rising fuel emergencies amid Middle East conflict and aviation risks
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore is tracking fuel emergencies and rising safety risks due to longer flight routes and regional turbulence.
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Ronda Rousey wins comeback MMA fight against Gina Carano in record Netflix event
Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano by armbar in under 20 seconds on Netflix’s first live MMA broadcast, setting a U.S. viewership record.
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Aston Villa beats Freiburg 3-0 in 2026 Europa League final in Istanbul
Aston Villa defeated Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final at Besiktas Stadium on May 20, 2026.
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Philippine Supreme Court denies Senator dela Rosa’s bid to block ICC arrest warrant
The Philippine Supreme Court on May 20 rejected Senator Ronald dela Rosa’s petition to stop his arrest under an ICC warrant.
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London's GHO and Singapore's CBC Group to merge, forming largest healthcare investment manager
Global Healthcare Opportunities and CBC Group announced a merger to create a $21 billion healthcare investment manager.
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Man sentenced to 14 years for abusing infant nephew in Singapore
A 32-year-old man was jailed 14 years on May 20, 2026, for abusing his infant nephew over three months in 2024.
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Harvard to Cap A Grades at 20% Starting Fall 2027 to Combat Inflation
Harvard faculty voted to limit A grades in undergraduate courses to 20% plus 4 students starting fall 2027 to address grade inflation.
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Drink-driving suspect acquitted over blood sample refusal without doctor’s explicit consent
Muhammad Rajis Abdullah was acquitted after police failed to get explicit doctor approval before taking blood sample during his drink-driving arrest.
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UK sends three police officers to 2026 World Cup in US amid funding cut
The UK Football Policing Unit will send three officers to the 2026 World Cup in the US to support English fans amid limited funding.
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Senegal names 28-man squad for 2026 World Cup with Sadio Mane leading attack
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw named a 28-man squad including star forward Sadio Mane on May 21 ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup [s1,s2].
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George Russell wins Canadian Grand Prix sprint after battling teammate Kimi Antonelli
George Russell won the Canadian Grand Prix sprint race after a fierce battle with teammate Kimi Antonelli, cutting Antonelli's championship lead to 18 points.