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FC Jurong partners with India's SKASports to boost international growth and youth development
FC Jurong signed a partnership with SKASports Investments on May 16, 2026, to enhance international reach and football talent development.
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Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Visits Tehran for Talks on Security and Trade
Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Iranian leaders in Tehran on May 16 to discuss regional security, border trade, and bilateral ties.
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Sarawak Premier Abang Johari urges GPS unity to protect state rights and future
Premier Abang Johari called on GPS parties to stay united to safeguard Sarawak's rights and ensure political and economic progress.
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Japanese Study Finds Daily 10-Minute Lying Exercises Improve Balance and Flexibility
A Japanese research team developed a 10-minute daily lying-down exercise routine that enhances posture, flexibility, balance, and agility.
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MiniMax prepares mainland China IPO after Hong Kong debut, boosts revenue and users
Shanghai AI startup MiniMax signed with Citic Securities May 29 to launch its mainland China IPO amid strong growth and local competition.
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EU signals tougher trade stance on China, China warns of retaliation
The European Commission said EU-China trade ties are unsustainable and proposed stricter trade measures; China vowed to retaliate against any new restrictions.
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US Military Disables Gambia-Flagged Ship for Violating Iran Blockade in Gulf of Oman
On May 29, US forces fired a Hellfire missile disabling the Gambia-flagged M/V Lian Star after it ignored warnings and tried to reach Iran.
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Apprehension Grows Around 2026 FIFA World Cup in United States Amid Tensions and High Costs
Fans express hesitation over the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US due to geopolitical tensions, visa concerns, and high ticket prices.
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Reed Jobs plans UK investments through oncology venture capital firm Yosemite
Reed Jobs, son of Steve Jobs, seeks to invest in UK cancer care startups via his firm Yosemite managing $1 billion.
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UAE officially leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in strategic energy shift
The UAE exited OPEC and OPEC+ on May 1, citing national production strategy and future capacity plans.
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Gas prices rise sharply under Trump’s Iran war but rural Colorado voters remain supportive
Gas prices in rural Colorado surged amid Trump’s war with Iran, yet many voters in Morgan and Weld counties continue backing him despite economic pain.
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Malaysia drafts stricter fleet card regulations to curb fuel subsidy abuse
Malaysia’s Domestic Trade Ministry is drafting new rules to tighten control and enforcement on fleet card misuse under fuel subsidy schemes.
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SoftBank to invest €75 billion in AI data centers across France by 2031
SoftBank Group announced a €75 billion plan to build 5 gigawatts of AI data center capacity in France by 2031.
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Danish Pension Fund AkademikerPension Excludes SpaceX Over Governance and Valuation Concerns
Akademikerpension excluded SpaceX from its portfolio ahead of the IPO citing governance flaws and an inflated valuation.
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Malaysia boosts funding to RM900 million for 6,000 new classrooms nationwide
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a RM900 million allocation to build 6,000 new classrooms to meet rising student demand.
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Roberto Martinez warns of unprecedented challenges for Portugal at 2026 World Cup
Portugal manager Roberto Martinez called the expanded 48-team 2026 World Cup a 'leap into the unknown' demanding resilience and fresh preparation.
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Trump administration proposes 50% US-made parts rule in USMCA auto tariff revisions
The Trump administration proposed raising the US-made auto parts minimum to 50% in USMCA tariff rules during talks with Mexico this week.
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Three Men Detained and Sentenced for Illegal Parking Fee Collection in Pudu
Kuala Lumpur City Hall detained and fined three men for illegal parking fee collection in Pudu on May 14-15.
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South Korean director Bong Joon-ho creates first animated film Ally
Bong Joon-ho, acclaimed South Korean director, has been working nearly seven years on Ally, his first animated film about a deep-sea creature.
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Malaysia Masters 2026 concludes with notable performances and rising Malaysian stars
Malaysia Masters 2026 ran May 19-24 at Unifi Arena Kuala Lumpur, highlighting strong showings from Malaysian doubles and singles players.
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Sri Lanka adds 50% surcharge on imported car duties amid Middle East crisis
Sri Lanka imposed a 50% surcharge on customs duties for imported vehicles on May 16 to ease currency pressure caused by the Middle East conflict.
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French Judge Opens Inquiry into 2018 Killing of Jamal Khashoggi
A Paris judge has launched an investigation into Jamal Khashoggi’s 2018 killing after courts accepted complaints against Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
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Singapore father leaves tech career to become full-time stay-at-home dad
Mr Jeggan Rajendram quit his tech job in January 2026 to care full-time for his two young daughters in Singapore.
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Number of stay-at-home fathers in Singapore rises to 3,000 by 2025
The number of stay-at-home dads in Singapore rose from about 1,900 in 2022 to 3,000 in 2025, making up 7.4% of caregivers outside the labour force.