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German car-ramming suspect's motive remains unclear. Officials say he had psychiatric treatment

A car-ramming incident in Leipzig, Germany killed two people. German investigators say the suspect lacks political or religious motive but had recent psychiatric hospitalization. The motive remains unclear.

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Heatwave kills 10 in Pakistan’s Karachi

At least 10 people died in Karachi during an intense heatwave affecting Pakistan's Sindh province, with five bodies recovered from various locations and five additional deaths occurring during hospital treatment for heatstroke.

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Kissing babies, singing chansons: Macron touts Armenia’s 'new era,' stealing the show at EPC summit

French President Emmanuel Macron visited Armenia and the European Political Community summit, where he was received with ceremonial reception and publicly proclaimed expanded European identity to include the Caucasus region. The article frames his visit as marking a significant geopolitical shift for Armenia through elaborate descriptions of his public reception.

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Live updates: Hegseth holds press briefing as US, Iran exchange fire over Strait of Hormuz

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chair Gen. Dan Caine are holding a Pentagon press briefing on U.S.-Iran military tensions following an incident in the Strait of Hormuz where the U.S. military destroyed Iranian small boats after they reportedly opened fire on American warships.

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James L. Brooks on leading ladies and the political game

James L. Brooks discusses his new television character Ella McCay, positioned as a spiritual successor to Mary Tyler Moore, who navigates political career and family obligations. Brooks contrasts his character's approach to social and political change with current U.S. democratic management.

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“I Shot Andy Warhol” channels our rage

A Salon article examines Mary Harron's 1991 film 'I Shot Andy Warhol' about Valerie Solanas, framing it as a contemporary reflection of societal dysfunction. The piece uses the film's 30-year anniversary as a hook to discuss rage and social breakdown.

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South Korean-operated vessel ablaze in Strait of Hormuz; Trump says Iran fired at ship

A South Korean-operated vessel experienced an explosion and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday. U.S. President Trump attributed the incident to Iranian action, though the description provided does not include full details of the claim or evidence presented.

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South Korea heads to local elections under shadow of disgraced former president

South Korea's upcoming June local elections will be heavily influenced by a martial law scandal involving a disgraced former president. The story frames the elections as a test of whether opposition conservatives can limit the political fallout from this scandal.

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Taiwan won’t give in to pressure, president says of Africa trip China denounced

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te returned from a trip to Eswatini and stated that Taiwan will not yield to pressure, in response to China's criticism of the visit. The article frames this as a defiant stance amid geopolitical tensions over Taiwan's diplomatic engagement.

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Chevron chief warns Strait of Hormuz closure will soon lead to oil shortages

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth warns that closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which carries approximately 20% of global crude oil, would lead to physical supply shortages and economic contraction, with Asia experiencing impacts first. The remarks were made during a Milken Institute discussion.

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Spirit Airlines CEO on carrier's collapse: 'We just kind of ran out of runway'

Spirit Airlines ceased operations before dawn on Saturday, ending its tenure as a prominent U.S. discount carrier. The CEO characterizes the shutdown using the metaphor 'we just kind of ran out of runway,' attributing the collapse to resource depletion rather than detailing specific operational or market failures.

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What China’s AI Push Can Teach Africa About the Future of Labor

The article examines China's AI and robotics policy signals from its 2026 Two Sessions, arguing that these technologies are reshaping rather than simply eliminating labor demand. It frames this development as a potential lesson for African economies regarding future workforce adaptation.

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South Korea rebuffs Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ call after Hormuz ship fire

A South Korean cargo ship caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Trump to call for South Korea to join a naval mission in the region. Seoul has declined or deferred the request. The article examines Trump's framing of the incident and South Korea's measured diplomatic response.

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NT debt to hit $12.55b as budget delivers no new cost of living relief

The Northern Territory's budget for 2026-27 projects debt will reach $12.55 billion while allocating record spending to health and crime prevention. The article frames this as a budget that fails to provide new cost of living relief measures.

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Labor axes funding for $45b Inland Rail project linking Melbourne to Brisbane

The federal Labor government has halted the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail project, citing cost concerns that the project could exceed $45 billion. The article reports this decision without providing government statements, project justification, or alternative perspectives on the decision.

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CS Anthem chemical tanker becomes second US-flagged vessel to exit Strait of Hormuz

A U.S.-flagged chemical tanker, the CS Anthem, has exited the Strait of Hormuz, marking the second American commercial vessel to do so according to its operator. The report is sourced from Reuters and cites operator statements without elaborating on the broader context or implications of this movement.

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Moscow rehearses V-Day parade marking WWII victory

Russia conducted a rehearsal for its Victory Day parade scheduled for May 9, marking the anniversary of WWII victory. The article notes that Russia declared a ceasefire with Ukraine to coincide with the celebrations.

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Trump administration can keep 2020 election ballots seized from Georgia, judge rules

A U.S. judge ruled that the Justice Department may retain 2020 election ballots seized during an FBI search in January, which the Trump administration characterizes as a favorable decision. The ruling outcome is presented without substantial context regarding legal arguments or the underlying dispute.

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Intel is now worth more than Oracle as its stock explodes higher

Intel's stock has risen significantly, pushing its market capitalization above Oracle's current valuation and approaching its 2000 peak. The gains are being attributed to market enthusiasm around a potential partnership with Apple.

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How AI tools could enable bioterrorism

The Economist reports that advanced AI models are improving in their capacity to assist in pathogen design, raising concerns about potential bioterrorism applications. The piece examines how state-of-the-art AI systems could lower technical barriers to biological weapons creation.