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WATCH: ‘Ask Jeeves’ search engine shuts down

ABC News reports that Ask Jeeves, a question-and-answer search engine, has shut down after approximately three decades of operation. The article presents this as a notable closure of a historically significant internet service.

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Thailand vows strict tourist oversight after public sex incidents

Thailand's government announced plans to increase oversight of tourist behavior following incidents of public sexual conduct by foreigners. Officials framed this as necessary to protect Thailand's cultural image and economy, warning that visitors engaged in inappropriate behavior including drug use will face prosecution.

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Report: Ethics Committee Investigating Chuck Edwards After Complaint Alleging Affair With Former Aide

A congressional ethics committee is investigating North Carolina Representative Chuck Edwards following a complaint alleging an affair with a former staff member. The article frames this as part of a broader pattern of recent misconduct investigations and resignations on Capitol Hill.

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UK's worst airports for flight delays revealed

Sky News reports on which UK airports experience the worst flight delays. The article identifies underperforming airports based on delay data. No additional context provided in the excerpt.

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Hezbollah says it hit Israeli Merkava tank in south Lebanon

Hezbollah claimed it struck an Israeli Merkava tank in southern Lebanon with a guided missile on Monday night, stating it achieved a confirmed hit and observing the tank burning. The group justified the attack as defensive action against Israeli ceasefire violations and attacks on southern Lebanese villages.

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Hong Kong home sales surge to 2-year high, boosting overall transactions

Hong Kong property transactions rose to a four-month high in April with 8,692 deals, representing a 12.3% increase from March and marking the highest home sales volume in 24 months. The article frames this as evidence of resilience in Hong Kong's real estate sector despite macroeconomic uncertainties.

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Factbox-Trump undertakes sweeping makeover of White House and Washington

President Trump is undertaking major renovations of White House facilities and Washington infrastructure, including a $400 million ballroom renovation and a 250-foot arch structure. The article frames these as part of an 'ambitious remaking' of Washington during his administration.

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Great Western Highway fix in sight almost 60 days after road shut

The Great Western Highway has been closed for nearly 60 days due to a failed road section. Australian and international engineering firms are now being shortlisted to propose repair solutions.

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Berlin faces missile gap after Trump’s troop cuts

Germany expected American missile deployments to counter Russian threats, but Trump's proposed troop reductions may prevent those resources from arriving. The article frames this as a potential security vulnerability for Berlin.

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KPMG launches AI dashboard to boost smarter, frequent use by US employees

KPMG's advisory division has launched a dashboard to track and encourage AI usage among its 10,000 US employees, with the company claiming frequent AI users produce higher-quality work and experience less stress. Over 90% of US employees use AI weekly, though some employees have raised concerns about the dashboard's accuracy and potential for misuse.

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Ukraine struck a luxury skyscraper 4 miles from the Kremlin, threatening Moscow's Victory Day parade

A Ukrainian drone struck a luxury residential tower near Moscow's city center on Monday, marking one of Ukraine's deepest attacks into the Russian capital. The strike occurred days before Russia's Victory Day parade and represents a rare attack on infrastructure in Moscow's upscale neighborhoods.

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What’s happening with Malaysia’s ‘corporate mafia’ probe? Minister wants updates

A Malaysian minister has requested clarification from the police chief on the status of investigations into allegations that a network of businessmen—dubbed the 'corporate mafia'—colluded with anti-corruption officials to remove executives. The government has directed law enforcement and the MACC to investigate, though police report finding no evidence of MACC involvement so far.

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Hong Kong boy, 12, arrested for allegedly making explosives, posting process online

A 12-year-old boy in Hong Kong was arrested on suspicion of manufacturing explosives and posting documentation of the process online. Police stated they would release case details on Tuesday. The article notes the legal maximum sentence (14 years) but also the limitations on sentencing minors aged 10-13.

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Australia hikes rates again and warns inflation will stay higher for longer

Australia's central bank has raised interest rates again and signaled that inflation will remain elevated for an extended period. The article attributes recent inflation increases to material pickup in the second half of 2025 and Middle East conflict driving up fuel and commodity prices.

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Naval piercing: strait shooting in Iran war

The Economist reports on naval activity in a strait related to Iran conflict tensions. The headline uses a pun ('strait shooting') to frame military/geopolitical developments. The article is presented as part of a podcast covering multiple unrelated topics.

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House Democrats' campaign arm draws progressive fury for trying to 'tip the scales' in key House primary

House Democrats' campaign arm endorsed a centrist candidate over a progressive challenger in a California primary race, drawing criticism from progressive groups who say the party is interfering in the primary process. The article frames this as Democrats 'tipping the scales' against their own left wing.

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We’re about to find out whether Trump is kingmaker or lame duck

The article examines whether Trump's endorsements carry decisive power in May primary elections, framing the narrative around candidates he supports struggling to dominate their races. It presents this as a test of Trump's influence as either a kingmaker or a diminished political force.

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Britain condemns Iranian strikes on the United Arab Emirates

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Iranian drone and missile strikes on the United Arab Emirates. Starmer called for Iran to pursue diplomatic engagement instead of military action.

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Jailed French journalist drops appeal in Algeria, eyes presidential pardon

French journalist Christophe Gleizes has withdrawn his appeal to Algeria's highest court, a strategic move his family believes may facilitate a presidential pardon and eventual release. The article reports this development without providing context on the original charges or imprisonment circumstances.

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UK long-term borrowing costs rise to 28-year high

UK long-term government bond yields (gilts) reached their highest level in 28 years, with 30-year gilt yields rising to 5.798% on Tuesday. The article reports a single data point—a 0.14 percentage point increase—without context, causes, or implications.