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Sony launches 10th anniversary luxury headphones 1000X THE COLLEXION
Sony released the 1000X THE COLLEXION headphones, a luxury addition to its flagship noise-cancelling line, priced at around $650.
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OpenAI commits over S$300 million to launch first applied AI lab outside US in Singapore
OpenAI and Singapore signed an MOU on May 20, 2026, to invest over S$300 million and open an Applied AI Lab in Singapore.
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Czech coach Petr Vlachovsky given lifetime ban for secretly filming female players
UEFA banned former Czech women's coach Petr Vlachovsky for life after he secretly filmed 14 players over four years.
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Trump-backed Ed Gallrein defeats incumbent Thomas Massie in Kentucky GOP primary
Ed Gallrein defeated seven-term incumbent Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s 4th district Republican primary Tuesday.
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US President Donald Trump to Attend June 2026 G7 Summit in France
President Donald Trump will attend the G7 leaders' summit in Evian-les-Bains, France from June 15 to 17, 2026.
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US charges former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over 1996 plane shootdown
The US indicted Raúl Castro and five others for the 1996 downing of two civilian planes that killed four people.
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Trump's approval falls to 34%-37% amid Iran war and rising fuel costs in May 2026
Donald Trump's approval rating dropped to near the lowest levels of his second term as war and economic issues sour voter support.
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Singapore overtakes Indonesia as Southeast Asia's largest stock market by capitalization
Singapore’s stock market capitalization rises to about US$645 billion, surpassing Indonesia’s US$618 billion amid market outflows and regulatory uncertainty.
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Google launches Antigravity 2.0 and introduces $100 AI Ultra subscription plan
Google launched Antigravity 2.0 with new apps and rolled out a $100 AI Ultra subscription tier in the US.
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US reduces Brigade Combat Teams in Europe from four to three, delaying Poland deployment
The US Department of Defense cut Brigade Combat Teams in Europe from four to three on May 19, 2026, delaying troop deployment to Poland.
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US and China negotiate extension of 2025 trade truce with tariff cuts and Boeing deal
The US and China are pursuing talks to extend their 2025 trade truce, including reciprocal tariff cuts and a major Boeing aircraft sale.
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US to cut military forces in NATO crisis pool, notify allies May 22 in Brussels
The US will announce a significant reduction in forces available for NATO’s crisis response at a May 22 meeting in Brussels.
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Andy Barr Wins Kentucky Republican Senate Primary to Succeed Mitch McConnell
US Rep. Andy Barr won the Republican nomination to fill Mitch McConnell's Senate seat in Kentucky on May 19, 2026.
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US-Iran Talks Show Cautious Progress Amid Disputes and Potential Military Plans
The US and Iran made slow progress in talks over nuclear and maritime issues while considering military options if diplomacy fails.
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France selects STUDIOS Architecture Paris and Selldorf Architects for Louvre redevelopment
France named an international team including STUDIOS Architecture Paris and Selldorf Architects to lead the Louvre redevelopment with a new entrance and Mona Lisa space.
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US and Iran tentatively agree on 60-day ceasefire extension and negotiation framework
US and Iranian negotiators have tentatively agreed on extending their ceasefire by 60 days and beginning talks on Iran's nuclear program.
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US Senate advances war powers resolution to limit Trump’s Iran military actions
The US Senate voted 50-47 on May 19 to advance a resolution requiring President Trump to seek congressional approval for continued military action against Iran.
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Taiwanese novel 'Taiwan Travelogue' wins 2026 International Booker Prize
Taiwanese author Yang Shuangzi’s novel 'Taiwan Travelogue' won the 2026 International Booker Prize on May 19 in London.
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Chelsea defeat Tottenham 2-1 at Stamford Bridge, Spurs face final-day survival test
Chelsea beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 on May 19, 2026, pushing Spurs' Premier League survival to the last matchday.
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Google and Samsung unveil AI-powered smart glasses launching fall 2026
Google announced new AI-powered smart glasses developed with Samsung and eyewear brands, set for global release this fall 2026.
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book launches on Switch 2 with mixed but mostly positive reviews
Nintendo released Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on May 21 for Switch 2, receiving generally positive but mixed reviews from critics.
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Man sentenced to death for killing 17-year-old TikTok star Sana Yousaf in Islamabad
Islamabad court sentenced Umar Hayat to death for murdering teen TikTok star Sana Yousaf in June 2025 after she rejected his advances.
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Partial human body found in Tokyo mountains amid bear attack concerns
Police found a partial human body near Nippara, Okutama in Tokyo, investigating a possible bear attack after a series of recent incidents.
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Trump’s Board of Peace Reports Funding Gap in $70 Billion Gaza Reconstruction Plan
Trump’s Board of Peace reported a large gap between $17 billion pledged for Gaza reconstruction and actual funds disbursed.