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Culture & Society

Jolin Tsai secured multiple wins at the Golden Melody Awards, including Best Mandarin Female Singer and Album of the Year. She tearfully dedicated her wins to fans, hinting at a potential return to touring in Taiwan.

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Elections & Politics

A Federal High Court in Nigeria has overturned its earlier ruling that registered the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) party. The NDC plans to challenge the judgment, while Nigeria's electoral commission prepares to deregister the party. A PDP faction has criticized the ruling, citing a political plot.

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Elections & Politics

Nigerian opposition parties express concern over court rulings that could weaken their influence and potentially lead to a one-party state. Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President, urged President Bola Tinubu to protect opposition parties, drawing parallels to past leaders. Lawmakers have condemned a recent ruling voiding a party's registration, alleging a plot to undermine political diversity ahead of the 2027 presidential race.

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Economy & Trade

President Trump threatens 100% tariffs on nations taxing U.S. firms with digital services taxes. This action escalates trade tensions as countries like the US face levies on their own companies.

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Top 14 Rugby Final

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Sports

Toulouse aims for a historic fourth consecutive Top 14 title against Montpellier in the rugby final. The championship match was briefly interrupted by a thunderstorm, highlighting the high stakes and dramatic atmosphere surrounding the game.

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Top 14 final briefly interrupted by thunderstorm

The Top 14 rugby final between Toulouse and Montpellier experienced an unusual interruption on Saturday when an approaching thunderstorm forced a temporary halt to the match. The game, held at the Staโ€ฆ

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Spain defeated Uruguay 1-0 to secure first place in Group H and advance to the World Cup knockout stage. The loss eliminated Uruguay from the 2026 World Cup, while Spain topped the group with seven points.

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Uruguay bow out as Spain finish Group H leaders

Spain secured first place in 2026 World Cup Group H with a 1-0 victory over Uruguay in Guadalajara. Alejandro Baena scored in the 42nd minute, and Spain protected its lead through the second half withโ€ฆ

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Nigeria Court Ruling

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Elections & Politics

Nigeria's Democratic Congress (NDC) faces a setback as a court voids its registration, prompting vows to appeal. Presidential candidate Peter Obi calls the ruling a hurdle, not a stop sign, and a blow to democracy.

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Lagos Shanty Demolitions

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Elections & Politics

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu orders the demolition of shanties along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, issuing a 72-hour quit notice. This action follows previous warnings against illegal structures and comes amid ongoing efforts to address waste management challenges in the state.

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Elections & Politics

Nigerian opposition parties and lawmakers condemn a Federal High Court ruling that voided a previous judgment recognizing the NDC as a political party. They warn the decision threatens democratic space and allege a plot against the opposition.

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Economy & Trade

Indonesian authorities have dismantled an international online gambling syndicate, arresting 291 suspects, including 287 foreign nationals. The ring allegedly collected Rp 13.9 trillion in deposits over two months. Police are investigating 15 companies suspected of sponsoring visas for the foreign nationals involved.

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Ukraine Attacks Crimea

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Disasters & Emergencies

Ukrainian attacks on Russian-occupied Crimea have prompted officials to suspend civilian gasoline sales and halt refueling. President Zelenskyy stated a Ukrainian drone attack hit military logistics, oil industry, and air defenses. These escalating attacks on supply lines have led to fires at oil terminals and resulted in casualties.

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Culture & Society

King Charles III has disclosed his tax payments, totaling approximately ยฃ30 million, as royal finances face scrutiny. This marks the first time a British monarch has revealed such details, with payments including income and capital gains tax.

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Economy & Trade

Indonesian police have dismantled an international online gambling syndicate involving 321 foreign nationals, many of whom used pre-investment visas. The syndicate allegedly collected trillions of rupiah in deposits over two months, and 15 companies are under investigation for sponsoring the foreign workers.

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Crime & Justice

South Korean First Lady Kim Keon-hee receives a seven-year prison sentence in a first-instance ruling for bribery charges. Prosecutors had sought a seven-and-a-half-year sentence for her alleged involvement in accepting bribes.

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Culture & Society

Taiwan is grappling with a teacher stripped of citizenship for pro-China remarks, sparking backlash. Meanwhile, Argentina prepares an investor citizenship program to attract foreign capital. In Malaysia, Rohingya refugees state they do not demand citizenship but seek safe return to Myanmar with restored rights. Separately, MLB player Kris Bubiฤ‡ pursues Croatian citizenship for potential Olympic representation, and Taiwanese actress Chen Chuyin renounced her Taiwanese citizenship, criticizing the government.

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Sports

Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha achieved a historic 0-0 draw against Spain in the World Cup qualifiers. The 40-year-old's heroic saves earned the island nation a celebrated result, with one defender noting his journey from bank teller to national player.

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World Cup Knockout Race

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Sports

South Korea faces an uphill battle to reach the World Cup knockout stage after other third-place teams surpassed their points. Meanwhile, the Netherlands secured first place in Group F with a 3-1 victory, and Ecuador staged a stunning comeback to shock Germany and advance.

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England prepares for its final 2026 World Cup group match against Panama, aiming to secure top spot in Group L. Panama seeks its first World Cup point, while England's Reece James will miss the game due to injury.

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England must win, not roar, against Panama

England faces a crucial match against Panama in their final Group L game of the 2026 World Cup, needing a convincing performance to confirm their status as group winners before advancing to the knockoโ€ฆ

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Culture & Society

The U.S. Men's National Soccer Team advances to the knockout round despite a 3-2 loss to Turkey in their final group stage match. Coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed frustration over lineup questions following the defeat, while Turkish coach Vincenzo Montella criticized 'specific attacks' on his players.

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Yoo Jae-suk's TV Antics

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Culture & Society

South Korean entertainer Yoo Jae-suk is involved in humorous situations on the MBC show 'What Do You Do When You Play?'. Recent episodes show him mistakenly accusing castmates of stealing his water and teasing fellow comedian Jung Joon-ha about his appearance. The show also features Park Young-jin's 'extreme move' to confine Yoo Jae-suk and the formation of a cycling club that immediately faces challenges.

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Golden Melody Awards

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Culture & Society

The 37th Golden Melody Awards in Taipei faced heavy rain on the red carpet, causing puddles. Meanwhile, Jolin Tsai garnered attention for her nomination and a rumored outfit leak ahead of the ceremony.

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Japan and Sweden Advance

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Sports

Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in their final World Cup group stage match, with both teams advancing to the knockout rounds. Japan secured second place in Group F and will face Brazil, while Sweden also moves on. The draw was highlighted by a crucial equalizer for Sweden.

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Australia and Paraguay face a decisive World Cup 2026 qualifier in Group D, with both teams holding three points. Australia has made several squad changes for the crucial match, where a win or draw is needed to advance to the next round.

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Culture & Society

Pride events are underway in Mexico City and Seattle, with transgender and non-binary individuals demanding dialogue. Meanwhile, Iran and Egypt reportedly seek to ban rainbow flags at the World Cup, creating tension with FIFA and host cities.

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