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Culture & Society

The 2026 Martín Fierro Awards honored sports journalist Enrique Macaya Márquez with an emotional tribute for his extensive career. TV hosts Marley and Santiago del Moro also dispelled rumors of a feud at the ceremony. The event, celebrating Argentina's best in television, featured red carpet arrivals and live streaming coverage.

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Technology

Oman is developing a next-generation Green Data Centre through an international partnership, as part of its Oman Vision 2040 initiative. The country also signed agreements to enhance energy efficiency and digital infrastructure during Sustainability Week. The Ministry of Finance is preparing the state budget for fiscal year 2027.

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Elections & Politics

Finland's Minister of Labor is reviewing whether employees are entitled to pay if they stay home due to a drone threat, as disagreements persist on the matter. Meanwhile, the effectiveness of Finland's drone warning system is questioned, with calls for clearer public instructions and more effective warning signals like audible sirens.

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Technology

Hyundai Motor Group plans to build a plant in Georgia, USA, to mass-produce 30,000 Atlas humanoid robots annually, though demand remains a challenge. Boston Dynamics has released videos showcasing the Atlas robot's advanced capabilities, including lifting a refrigerator, as it prepares for factory deployment.

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Culture & Society

Turkey commemorates May 19th, Atatürk Commemoration, Youth and Sports Day, with ceremonies and messages from political figures and celebrities emphasizing the nation's enduring spirit. Certain bridges and highways will offer free passage on this holiday. Political leaders stressed the Republic's flame will not be extinguished.

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Southampton has been expelled from the Championship playoffs and docked four points for next season after admitting to spying on opponent Middlesbrough's training sessions. This disqualification means Middlesbrough will be reinstated in the promotion final. The English Football League charged the club with misconduct.

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Conflict & Security

NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Alexus Grynkewich states that the US troop withdrawal from Europe will span several years, but assures it will not harm the alliance's defense capabilities. Meanwhile, NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Estonia, marking the first such incident.

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Crime & Justice

The Croatian Chief Prosecutor discussed the murder investigation in Drniš, admitting past procedural lapses. The town mourns a 19-year-old graduate, while a lawyer questions how the perpetrator, previously convicted of murder and with an extreme personality disorder, was free.

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Culture & Society

Sofia is celebrating Eurovision 2026 triumph with a concert by artist Dara, who will also meet with President Radev to discuss preparations for Bulgaria to host the 2027 contest. Bulgarian writer Georgi Gospodinov emphasized the importance of celebrating national talent like Dara's success.

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Elections & Politics

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State has declared winners for its 2027 senatorial primaries, while Kaduna State saw former Governor Ramalan Yero, Senator Shehu Sani, and Senator Sunday Katung win their respective primaries. In Delta, Senator Ede Dafinone secured a landslide victory, and APC cleared aspirants for primaries in Cross River State.

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Maldives Diving Tragedy

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Disasters & Emergencies

Maldivian authorities investigate the deaths of five Italian divers, citing unclear cave diving permits. The bodies of the divers have been recovered, with the incident occurring in a deepwater cave. Four Italians died in a separate diving accident off the Maldives.

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Culture & Society

Former Nigerian Head of State Yakubu Gowon has launched a memoir, which President Bola Tinubu hails as a crucial document for Nigeria's future and unity. Gowon reaffirmed his unwavering belief in Nigeria's strength and future, asserting the nation will overcome its challenges.

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Conflict & Security

Nigerian and US forces eliminate 175 ISIS terrorists in Northeast Nigeria. The US warns of a formidable ISIS threat in West Africa, exploiting weak governance in countries like Burkina Faso and Niger. Australia expects more ISIS-linked women and children to return from Syria.

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Culture & Society

South Korea's Democratic Party has called for a boycott of Starbucks due to a controversial marketing promotion by its South Korean branch that used the term 'Tank Day' on the anniversary of the May 18th Gwangju Uprising. Starbucks' global headquarters has apologized for the promotion, which also sparked controversy among members of the People Power Party.

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Nigeria · Isis

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Conflict & Security
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Health & Science

An outbreak of Hantavirus on the cruise ship MV Hondius has led to concerns and quarantine measures for passengers. A Dutch ornithologist has been identified as 'Patient Zero,' while officials in Germany state there is no pandemic risk. The genome of the virus has been rapidly sequenced.

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Trump and Taiwan

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Elections & Politics

Donald Trump's approach to China and Taiwan is creating unease, with Xi Jinping potentially seeing an opening for Taiwan ambitions. Taiwan anticipates discussions on arms sales during Trump's visit to Beijing, while some analyses argue that opposing Taiwan's independence aligns with U.S. interests. Despite concerns, Trump reportedly sees no immediate invasion risk.

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Trump's Venezuela Post

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump posted an image on social media depicting Venezuela as the '51st state' of the USA. This provocative graphic was shared while Trump was en route to a China summit, sparking reactions across various countries. The post has been noted by outlets in South Korea, Norway, Indonesia, Paraguay, and Singapore.

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Culture & Society

A large university march in Plaza de Mayo, Argentina, saw significant political and union mobilization against austerity, with an estimated 430,000 participants protesting education budget cuts. Politicians from various sectors were present, and the march aimed to test the government's stance on public education funding. Traffic was significantly impacted by the demonstration.

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Health & Science

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) allegedly assaulted and arrested staff at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), leading doctors and health workers to begin an indefinite strike. The EFCC explained its visit was to verify suspects, but the raid has sparked outrage and accusations of injustice. The hospital's operations have been significantly disrupted.

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Culture & Society

Mediation has begun in the high-profile divorce settlement between SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and his wife, Roh Soh-young, concerning the division of assets. Roh Soh-young attended a court mediation session, while Chey Tae-won was absent. The case involves a significant dispute over marital assets.

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Zagreb · Storm

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National Dividend

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Beijing

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