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Luis Enrique

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Green Card

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Crime & Justice
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Early Voting

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Busan Election Rivalry

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Elections & Politics

Candidates in Busan's North-Gap constituency are engaged in sharp criticism, with Han Dong-hoon accusing rival Park Min-sik of forming a coalition and having no chance of winning. The People Power Party has dismissed the possibility of an alliance between its candidate and Han. Han Dong-hoon has also received support from Kim Hyun-chul, son of former President Kim Young-sam.

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Conflict & Security

Experts consider Ukrainian warnings of a new Russian front from Belarus 'entirely realistic,' with Russia reportedly using Belarusian infrastructure. Lithuanian border guards have turned back nearly 90 illegal migrants from Belarus in one day, while Ukraine warns Belarus of retaliation if it joins the war.

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Culture & Society

Pep Guardiola is reportedly set to leave Manchester City at the end of the 2025-2026 season after a decade with the club. Speculation mounts about his successor, with Enzo Maresca eyed as a potential candidate.

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Roh Moo-Hyun Anniversary

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Elections & Politics

A rapper has apologized for insulting the late former President Roh Moo-hyun, leading to the cancellation of his concert and prompting artists to apologize. The 17th anniversary memorial ceremony for Roh Moo-hyun is scheduled to be held at Bongha Village.

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Tulsi Gabbard Resigns

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Conflict & Security

U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation, citing her husband's battle with rare bone cancer. Her departure comes amid speculation about policy disputes and her tenure, which was marked by controversy.

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Trump and Poland Troops

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Conflict & Security

U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly reprimanded Pentagon officials over a decision not to send additional troops to Poland, a move that surprised allies. While some welcomed the potential deployment, others questioned Poland's readiness for such promises.

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Poland Not Ready for Trump's Promises

President Donald Trump's sudden announcement of sending an additional 5,000 U.S. troops to Poland has certainly raised eyebrows, both within the Pentagon and here in Warsaw. While the U.S. Department โ€ฆ

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Sports

RC Lens has secured its first-ever Coupe de France title, defeating OGC Nice 3-1 in a historic victory. The win marks a significant achievement for the club, which also had a stellar Ligue 1 season.

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Culture & Society

South Korean government institutions are reviewing partnerships with Starbucks due to a controversy over an event allegedly mocking the May 18th Gwangju Democratization Movement. A boycott movement is spreading in Gwangju, with residents demanding the resignation of Shinsegae Group's chairman.

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Elections & Politics

A Nigerian Federal High Court has nullified key deadlines in the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) timetable for the 2027 general elections, citing overreach. Opposition parties and advocacy groups have hailed the ruling as a win for democracy and the rule of law.

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A controversy has erupted in the Pyeongtaek parliamentary by-election over remarks made by Democratic Party candidate Kim Yong-nam, who mocked rival Cho Kuk's bruised eye. Candidates also debated political unification during a televised event.

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Daegu Mayoral Race

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Economy & Trade

Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye will campaign for People Power Party candidate Chu Kyung-ho in the Daegu mayoral election. Meanwhile, the election features divided political support within the family of a prominent baseball star, and ruling party lawmakers have made campaign gaffes.

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Malaysian badminton pairs are advancing at the Malaysia Masters, with Arif Junaidi and Yap Roy King reaching the semi-finals and an all-Malaysian men's doubles final guaranteed. However, K. Letshanaa's campaign ended in the quarterfinals, while mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei advanced to the quarterfinals.

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China Mine Disaster

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Disasters & Emergencies

A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi, China, killed at least 90 people, making it the country's deadliest mining accident since 2009. The blast occurred Friday night, trapping nine people who remain unaccounted for. Executives have been arrested following the incident.

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President Bola Tinubu has won multiple All Progressives Congress presidential primary elections across various Nigerian states, including Zamfara, Rivers, and Edo, securing significant vote margins. The APC has set May 24 for the declaration of its presidential primary election results.

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North Korea's Naegohyang women's football team won the AFC Champions League final, defeating Japan's Tokyo Verdy Beleza 1-0. The team's coach stormed out of a press conference after a remark about the 'North Korean side.' The team's visit to South Korea marked a rare inter-Korean contact, with analysts suggesting limited impact on thawing ties.

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Belgrade Student Protest

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Energy & Infrastructure

Preparations are underway for a major student protest in Belgrade, with public transport adjusting services for safety. Civic activists from western Serbia are mobilizing to join, and opposition leaders have accused the Serbian president of mafia ties while vowing to participate. Students are also protesting alleged police actions after an incident with ruling party activists.

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Sumatra Power Outage

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Energy & Infrastructure

A widespread power outage across Sumatra, Indonesia, disrupted citizen activities, triggered by a disruption in the extra-high voltage transmission line. Lightning strikes and tree damage are suspected as causes, linked to weather-induced transmission line failure. The outage affected North Sumatra due to a fault in Jambi.

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Magyar Nemzet Newsletter

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Culture & Society

Magyar Nemzet has launched a weekly opinion newsletter featuring personal thoughts on key topics. Meanwhile, Hungary faces the risk of losing billions in EU funds over unmet reform demands regarding pensions and taxes. The newsletter aims to connect prominent themes from the week.

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Sports

Olympiacos has reached the EuroLeague final, becoming the seventh team to play in their home country. Real Madrid coach Sergio Scariolo described Olympiacos as 'the worst of the best,' anticipating a tough battle. Real Madrid faces significant injury concerns ahead of the championship game, with guard Facundo Campazzo acknowledging the strong matchup.

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Bayern Wins DFB-Pokal

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FC Bayern Munich won the DFB-Pokal, defeating VfB Stuttgart 3-0 to secure the domestic double, with Harry Kane scoring a hat-trick. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer celebrated the victory, equaling a record. Separately, Eintracht Trier won the Rheinland Cup, qualifying for the DFB-Pokal.

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