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Israel Voices Concerns Over US-Iran Deal Amid Lebanon Conflict
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stressed Israel’s freedom of action amid a possible US-Iran peace deal and ongoing Lebanon conflict.
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Singapore keeps 2026 GDP growth forecast at 2-4% after 6% Q1 expansion
Singapore’s economy grew 6% year-on-year in Q1 2026, but the government maintained its 2-4% growth forecast amid geopolitical risks.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent: US and China Discuss Board to Ease Non-Sensitive Investment Deals
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said talks are underway with China on a Board of Investment for non-sensitive sector investments and tariff removals.
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UN peacekeeping faces lowest troop levels and funding shortfalls amid geopolitical tensions
By the end of 2025, UN peacekeeping saw under 79,000 personnel deployed, its lowest in 25 years, as funding gaps and political disputes strain operations.
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Anthropic to close $30B funding round with $900B+ valuation next week
Anthropic PBC plans to close a funding round exceeding $30 billion, valuing the AI startup above $900 billion.
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Malaysia allocates over RM5 billion in micro-financing to support 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs in 2026
The Malaysian government has set aside more than RM5 billion in micro-financing for 2026 to aid over 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs nationwide.
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Versant Media Group posts 1% revenue decline in Q1 2026 with gains in digital and licensing
Versant Media Group reported $1.69 billion revenue and $286 million net income in Q1 2026, with digital and licensing growth offsetting pay TV declines.
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Burberry’s Cotswolds handbag line drives profits and sales growth, attracting US buyers
Burberry’s launch of the Cotswolds handbag line has boosted profits and sales, especially in North America, as CEO Joshua Schulman highlights value for money.
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King’s College London and Cranfield University to merge creating UK’s second largest university
King’s College London and Cranfield University have agreed to merge by summer 2027, forming a university with around 47,000 students.
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AC Milan and Juventus miss Champions League as Roma and Como qualify in Serie A
AC Milan and Juventus failed to qualify for the Champions League while Roma and Como secured spots in Serie A’s top four.
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Jason Voorhees Joins Dead by Daylight as Playable Killer for 10th Anniversary
Jason Voorhees has been added as a playable killer in Dead by Daylight, debuting on the public test build May 26, 2026.
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Antonio Conte announces departure as Napoli coach after second-place finish
Antonio Conte announced he will leave Napoli after leading the club to a second-place finish in the 2025-26 Serie A season.
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DayOne Data Centers eyes over $4 billion Series C funding round amid AI demand
DayOne Data Centers plans to more than double its Series C funding round to over $4 billion amid strong investor interest in AI infrastructure.
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US and China Agree to AI Safety Protocol During May 2026 Beijing Talks
The US and China will establish a protocol on AI safety amid ongoing talks held during Trump and Xi’s meeting in Beijing in May 2026.
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Arsenal upbeat as Premier League title race nears final games
Arsenal has recovered from recent setbacks to lead the Premier League by two points with three games left, manager Mikel Arteta says the team is in good spirits.
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ILO and IOM deny endorsing Bestinet's migrant worker platform in Malaysia
The ILO and IOM said they do not endorse or are involved with Bestinet's Foreign Workers Centralised Management System used in Malaysia since 2018.
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The Mandalorian and Grogu posts lowest Disney Star Wars opening weekend since 2012
The Mandalorian and Grogu earned $102 million domestically over the Memorial Day weekend, the lowest Disney Star Wars theatrical opening since 2012.
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Singapore stocks fall after Trump-Xi meeting fails to boost sentiment on May 14-15
Singapore stocks declined on May 14 and 15 as the Trump-Xi meeting failed to improve investor confidence.
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Pope Leo Slams Rising European Military Spending as Betrayal of Diplomacy
Pope Leo condemned Europe’s 14% military spending rise amid war and NATO rearmament, calling it a betrayal of diplomacy at Sapienza University.
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Liverpool boss Arne Slot confirms Mohamed Salah fit for brief cameo vs Aston Villa
Liverpool manager Arne Slot said Mohamed Salah will be available for a short appearance in the Premier League match against Aston Villa on May 15.
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China’s new yuan loans contract in April amid weak demand and seasonal slowdown
Chinese banks’ new yuan loans fell by 10 billion yuan in April 2026, the first monthly decline since July 2025, due to weak demand and seasonal slowdown.
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Toddler critically injured after falling from fifth floor in Johor Bahru PPR flat
A toddler fell from the fifth floor of a Johor Bahru PPR flat on May 14 and is in critical condition with serious injuries.
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Mohamed Salah bids emotional farewell with assist in final Liverpool game
Mohamed Salah played his final Liverpool match on May 24, 2026, assisting a goal as the team drew 1-1 with Brentford.
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Sapporo Halts Pokka Beverage Exports to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
Sapporo Holdings suspended exports of its Pokka beverages to the Middle East over rising Iran tensions and cost concerns, reporting a first-quarter loss.