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Economy & Trade

Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with tariffs and a Section 301 probe following the bloc's imposition of a 890 million euro fine on Google for abusing its market dominance. The U.S. president accused the EU of anticompetitive practices against American tech companies, warning that the EU will pay a 'big price'.

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Technology

SpaceX successfully conducted its 13th Starship test flight, deploying satellites and achieving an improved ocean splashdown. This mission marks a significant step towards orbital capabilities and was the first test flight since the company's IPO.

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Disasters & Emergencies

Typhoon Hongxia is strengthening over warm waters and is expected to bring wind and rain to Taiwan. While current projections suggest it may pass by without significant impact, outer bands are anticipated to deliver rain to eastern Taiwan and the Hengchun Peninsula. The Central Weather Administration has issued a sea typhoon warning.

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Elections & Politics

A political dispute is unfolding in Taiwan over a protest against 'toxic oil,' with criticism that the rally is a political farce. Accusations suggest the protest aims to distract from food safety records and corporate ties, rather than address genuine concerns.

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Sports

Chilean club Colo Colo has agreed to sign Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, a World Cup star. Coach Fernando Ortiz stated Vozinha must compete for his starting position. The signing addresses player absences due to injuries.

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Crime & Justice

A security guard at Indonesia's Jatiluhur Dam was discovered deceased in a lake, with his hands handcuffed behind his back. Separately, a confrontation between a Toyota Alphard driver and a security guard over a red-light incident in Jakarta has been resolved amicably. The Jakarta Governor has requested the security guard involved in the red-light incident not be fired, while three individuals identified as West Java police members were involved in a separate clash with a security guard.

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Crime & Justice

International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan faces potential dismissal following sexual harassment allegations. Member states are convening to vote on his future amid a UN probe into his conduct.

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UN Chief Visits Syria

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Conflict & Security

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres made his first visit to Syria in over 15 years, urging international support for the country's recovery. Guterres met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. This marks the first visit by a UN chief since before the civil war began.

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Venezuela ICC Withdrawal

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Crime & Justice

Venezuela begins its definitive withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), which was investigating alleged crimes against humanity. A Venezuelan lawyer questions the legal validity of this withdrawal, while the government has not provided a specific reason for the decision.

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Crime & Justice

International Criminal Court member states voted to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan over misconduct allegations. Khan denied the accusations. Countries including Germany, Australia, Indonesia, and Taiwan supported the dismissal, while the article text does not specify any opposing country perspectives.

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Nigeria's Budget Office denies releasing public funds to the non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council (PEAC). The office stated that no money was spent on these entities due to spending controls, despite allocations appearing in budget documents.

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Disasters & Emergencies

A speedboat carrying 11 foreign tourists and crew has gone missing in Gorontalo, Indonesia, due to bad weather. Search and rescue operations are underway, though they have been hampered by adverse conditions. All tourists were later found safe.

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Romania Downs Drones

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Conflict & Security

Romania has shot down a second drone that violated its airspace near the Ukrainian border, demonstrating the effectiveness of its defense measures. One of the downed drones was confirmed as Russian, prompting EU support for Romania's actions.

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Crime & Justice

Indonesian police conducted extensive searches across 12 locations in Jakarta and Bogor as part of investigations into corruption and money laundering cases. Billions in cash and gold were seized during the searches, which targeted locations including a cafe linked to alleged prosecutor stalking. Separately, Nigeria's EFCC arraigned a former refinery boss for money laundering charges.

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Kingston Developments

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Energy & Infrastructure

Kingston, Jamaica, sees a Festival Song finalist hoping for a fresh start and the opening of a new CARPHA Antimicrobial Resistance lab. Appleton Estate launches an experiential marketing event, while concerns arise over accounting breaches in Kingston's primary schools.

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West Java Crime Bounty

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Crime & Justice

West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi offers rewards of up to Rp50 million for the capture of criminals, including street muggers. This initiative, aimed at involving the public in combating crime, has drawn criticism from Indonesian minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra, who fears it could incite vigilantism and calls for a more holistic security approach.

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US Measles Cases Surge

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Health & Science

The United States is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in 35 years, with cases surging due to declining vaccination rates. This marks a significant increase from previous years, with some reports indicating the highest numbers since 1991 and a second consecutive annual record.

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Conflict & Security

Romania shot down a second drone of Russian design in its national airspace within two days, prompting calls for NATO assistance. While Romania's deputy leader of the AUR party criticized invoking NATO, fragments of an Italian missile were also found, leading to a NATO investigation.

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Elections & Politics

ร–zgรผr ร–zel has established the new YENฤฐ Party in Turkey, electing himself as chairman. This move follows his resignation, along with 90 other lawmakers, from the Republican People's Party (CHP). The party's formation efforts are nearing completion.

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South Korea AI Summit

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Elections & Politics

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung hosted an AI summit in San Francisco, aiming to position his nation as a global leader in the field. He met with tech CEOs, including Nvidia's Jensen Huang, to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. The president also pledged leadership in AI development during discussions.

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Economy & Trade

Britain intercepts a Russian oil tanker in the English Channel, marking a first for UK forces. The UK also announces new sanctions targeting Russia's shadow fleet and financial networks. Additionally, Britain will supply enriched uranium to Ukraine for its nuclear power stations.

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Economy & Trade

Nigeria's Budget Office confirms it blocked N1.3 billion in payments to a fake agency, the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). The office also rejected the agency's N3.8 billion request for personnel costs, stating no public funds were released or spent on the entity.

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Pakistan Suicide Attack

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Conflict & Security

A suicide bombing at a joint security checkpoint in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed 15 people, including 12 military personnel. Saudi Arabia and the Muslim World League have condemned the attack, with Qatar also issuing a condemnation.

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KMT Rally in Taipei

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Culture & Society

The Kuomintang (KMT) party held a large rally on Ketagalan Boulevard in Taipei, protesting alleged toxic oil issues. Organizers claimed over 50,000 attendees, causing significant traffic congestion. Some KMT councilors were absent from the march.

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