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Chemical Storage Tank Leak Triggers Evacuation of Up to 50,000 in Southern California
A methyl methacrylate leak at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove forced evacuation of up to 50,000 residents and prompted a state of emergency declaration.
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US-Iran ceasefire talks stall over Strait of Hormuz control and uranium stockpile
Pakistan mediates ongoing US-Iran ceasefire talks stalled by disputes over Strait of Hormuz tolls and uranium export demands.
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Sony’s PlayStation Store dynamic pricing may breach EU consumer laws
Sony ran a dynamic pricing test on PlayStation Store showing different game prices to users, raising legal concerns in the EU.
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Flipper Devices launches Flipper One, a pocket-sized Linux computer with advanced connectivity
Flipper Devices unveiled the Flipper One, an open source pocket Linux computer with high-end specs and modular design, on May 22.[s1,s2]
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India to boost ties on trade, energy, and security
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a four-day visit to India May 23 to strengthen cooperation on trade, energy, defense, and Indo-Pacific security.
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SpaceX to Go Public with Retail Access via Major Brokerages in $75 Billion IPO
SpaceX plans an IPO on Nasdaq with up to 30% of shares offered to retail investors through Robinhood, Fidelity, and Schwab.
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Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye sacks PM Ousmane Sonko and appoints successor
Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government on May 23 amid mounting tensions.
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US Pentagon releases second batch of 222 declassified UFO files including videos and reports
The US Pentagon released 222 previously classified UFO documents on May 22, detailing 209 sightings near a military site and recent encounters.
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Gas Explosion at Shanxi Coal Mine Kills at Least 82 Workers
A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province on May 22 killed at least 82 people with two missing.
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SpaceX’s upgraded Starship V3 completes 12th test flight from Texas with mostly successful results
SpaceX launched its upgraded Starship V3 on May 22, completing its 12th test flight with key system validations and satellite deployments.
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Trump to Speak with Taiwan's President Lai on $14 Billion Arms Sale After Xi Meeting
US President Donald Trump said he will discuss a $14 billion arms sale with Taiwan's President Lai after meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
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Chemical tank leak in Garden Grove triggers evacuation of up to 50,000 residents
A leaking chemical tank at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, California, forced 40,000 to 50,000 residents to evacuate starting May 22.
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Explosion at Staten Island dry dock kills 1, injures 36 including firefighters
An explosion at a Staten Island dry dock on May 22 killed one civilian and injured 36 people, including multiple firefighters.
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27 countries seek quick access to World Bank crisis funds amid Iran war fallout
Since February 28, 27 countries have moved to secure rapid financial aid from World Bank programs over Iran war impacts.
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Trump stays at White House amid Iran tensions, misses son's wedding in Bahamas
President Trump remained at the White House over May 22-25 to manage Iran conflict talks, skipping Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding.
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151st Preakness Stakes held at Laurel Park with Golden Tempo absent
The 151st Preakness Stakes ran on May 16, 2026 at Laurel Park with Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo skipping the race.
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Boon Siew Honda to recall 430 motorcycles in Malaysia over safety issues
Boon Siew Honda will recall 430 motorcycles nationwide from May 25 due to safety-related technical defects.
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DR Congo's World Cup team to isolate 21 days in Belgium before US entry due to Ebola
DR Congo's national football team must isolate in Belgium for 21 days before the 2026 World Cup in the US amid an Ebola outbreak.
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Immigration raids Seri Kembangan factory, detains 16 undocumented foreign workers
Immigration Department raided a Seri Kembangan factory on May 12, detaining 16 foreign nationals for immigration offences linked to illegal hiring.
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Former Indonesian Minister Nadiem Makarim Faces Trial Over Chromebook Corruption Case
Nadiem Makarim, former education minister, faces 18 years in prison for alleged graft in Chromebook procurement for remote schools.
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Chinese firms warn Indonesia nickel policies threaten investment amid quota cuts and tax hikes
Chinese companies urged Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to ease nickel ore quotas and taxes, citing high costs and regulatory barriers that risk cutting investment.
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Victoria Junior College wins 12th straight A Division girls' football title with 2-1 win over Raffles Institution
Victoria Junior College secured their 12th consecutive National School Games A Division girls' football title by beating Raffles Institution 2-1 on May 13, 2026.
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PAS to reassess cooperation with Bersatu amid Perikatan Nasional tensions
PAS announced it will re-evaluate its cooperation with Bersatu following alleged breaches of coalition unity and leader dismissals.
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2-year-old girl dies of heatstroke after being left in car in Brión, Spain
A 2-year-old girl died after being left for hours in her father’s car during extreme heat in Brión, Galicia, Spain on May 20.