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Former Georgia rugby captain Merab Sharikadze banned 11 years for doping-related urine swapping
Merab Sharikadze received an 11-year ban for involvement in urine sample swapping to evade anti-doping tests, World Rugby announced in May 2026.
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EU invites Taliban representatives to Brussels for talks on Afghan deportations
The European Commission invited Taliban representatives to Brussels for talks on returning Afghans denied EU residence.
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Max Verstappen debuts at Nuerburgring 24 Hours as weekend tickets sell out
Max Verstappen is making his debut at the Nuerburgring 24 Hours this weekend, driving for Team Verstappen Racing as tickets sell out for the first time ever.
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France imposes strict quarantine after first hantavirus case linked to MV Hondius cruise ship
France confirmed its first hantavirus infection in a French national evacuated from the MV Hondius and placed eight contacts under quarantine in Paris.
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Elon Musk says he is not selling SpaceX shares as IPO filing nears
Elon Musk confirmed he is not selling any SpaceX shares ahead of the company's IPO filing expected May 20, 2026.
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Ray Dalio Says China’s Rise Signals New Global 'Tribute System' Era
Ray Dalio said US global power is waning as China grows wealth and influence, reshaping global trade and security dynamics.
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Manchester City wins FA Cup final 1-0 against Chelsea with Semenyo's winning goal
Manchester City beat Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley on May 16, 2026, as Antoine Semenyo scored the only goal of the FA Cup final.
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US Defense Secretary Defends Trump’s $1.5 Trillion 2027 Military Budget Amid Iran War Cost Concerns
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth backed President Trump’s $1.5 trillion 2027 military budget before Congress, amid scrutiny over rising Iran war expenses.
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Lies of P sequel enters full-scale development amid multiple projects at Neowiz
Neowiz confirmed the Lies of P sequel has reached vertical slice phase, alongside new RPG projects in development.
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Crimson Desert launch drives Pearl Abyss revenue surge in Q1 2026
Pearl Abyss reported a 420% jump in Q1 operating revenue to ₩328.5 billion, fueled by the March launch of Crimson Desert.
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German Firms Show Stronger Optimism on China Economy Despite Geopolitical Challenges
Nearly 40% of German Chamber of Commerce members in China expect economic improvement in next six months, up from 22% last year.
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Study finds social capital gaps hinder Malay mobility despite education gains in Singapore
A 2024-26 study shows 79% of young Malays in Singapore have surpassed parents' education but face social capital barriers despite career progress.
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Australian court orders Fortescue to pay $150 million to Yindjibarndi for illegal mining
The Federal Court ruled Fortescue Metals Group must pay $150 million AUD to the Yindjibarndi people for unauthorized mining on their Pilbara land.
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Pope Leo XIV to visit France and UNESCO from September 25 to 28, 2026
Pope Leo XIV will make an official visit to France, including UNESCO headquarters, from September 25 to 28, 2026.
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New smaller Xbox cloud gaming controller leaks ahead of possible June reveal
Images of a compact new Xbox cloud gaming controller leaked online, showing a design closer in size to a Nintendo Joy-Con.
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Forza Horizon 6 PC build leaks online before release, developer issues hardware bans
Forza Horizon 6 PC version leaked before early access; Playground Games bans users accessing the build.
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China and US agree to lower tariffs and confirm major aircraft purchase after Trump-Xi summit
China and the US agreed to reduce tariffs on select products and confirmed China’s purchase of US aircraft following a Beijing summit with Presidents Trump and Xi.
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Subnautica 2 launches in early access with extensive community-driven plan
Subnautica 2 launched in early access today, promising a larger, more polished start and years of updates influenced by player feedback worldwide.
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Selangor submits investigation report on Putra Heights gas pipeline explosion to federal government
Selangor state government sent the independent committee's report on the Putra Heights gas pipeline explosion to the federal government in May 2026.
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Steve Kerr Signs 2-Year Extension as Golden State Warriors Coach Despite Losing Season
Steve Kerr signed a two-year contract to remain head coach of the Golden State Warriors entering his 13th season after a disappointing 37-45 campaign.
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Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel triples Alphabet stake, adds Delta Air Lines in Q1 overhaul
Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway CEO since January 2026, significantly reshaped the equity portfolio by tripling Alphabet shares and buying Delta Air Lines in Q1 2026.
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Malaysia's Prime Minister launches Paduri Madani scheme to boost B40 women entrepreneurs
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim launched the Paduri Madani Scheme to support 29,000 women entrepreneurs from Malaysia’s B40 income group.
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Sarawak aims to serve 700 million ASEAN residents with new Tanjung Embang deep-sea port
Sarawak plans to expand port capacity and digital trade to tap into a 700 million-strong ASEAN market.
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Montreal strippers plan strike on May 23 ahead of Canadian Grand Prix weekend
Montreal strippers will strike May 23 to demand employment rights and end of bar fees during busy Grand Prix weekend.