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Seven killed in blast in northwest Pakistan market, police say

A blast at a market in Lakki Marwat, northwest Pakistan killed seven people including two police officials and five civilians, according to police statements reported by Reuters.

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Man accused of attacking OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home pleads not guilty to attempted murder

A man has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and attempted arson charges related to allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home. The article reports the legal plea without providing substantial additional details about the incident, investigation, or defendant.

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Costa Rica’s Laura Fernandez vows ‘war’ on crime ahead of inauguration

Costa Rica's incoming president Laura Fernández uses combative 'war' rhetoric to signal her crime-fighting agenda ahead of inauguration. The article is based on Reuters reporting and includes a correction note about a cabinet position assignment.

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Argentina intercepts airplane with 400 kilos of cocaine with DEA help, security head says

Argentina's security minister announced the interception of an airplane carrying 400 kilos of cocaine with assistance from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The report is sourced from Reuters and published by The Print without additional detail provided in the excerpt.

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Pam Grier Is 76 and Has Some Wild Things to Say About Her Orgasms

Pam Grier appeared on Julia Louis-Dreyfus's podcast and discussed her sexual experiences at age 76. The article frames this as noteworthy because Grier is unconcerned about aging and reportedly having satisfying sexual experiences.

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The Unitree GD01 Is a Giant Mecha Robot You Can Actually Buy

Unitree, a Chinese robotics company known for affordable dancing robots, is now selling a large humanoid robot called the GD01. The headline and description use hyperbolic language ('giant mecha,' 'wall-smashing') to frame an industrial robot as extraordinary consumer technology.

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2 Singaporeans, 1 Indonesian still missing after Mount Dukono eruption

Indonesian authorities resumed search operations on Saturday for three hikers (two Singaporeans, one Indonesian) missing after Mount Dukono erupted on Halmahera island. A rescue official reported deploying approximately 100 rescuers, military, police, and thermal drones. Survivors indicated three people, including two Singaporeans, died in Friday's eruption.

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Sri Lanka, Tamil Nadu linked by history, culture: President Dissanayake congratulates CM Vijay

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake publicly congratulated actor-turned-politician M.K. Stalin's successor Chandrasekar Joseph Vijay on becoming Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, framing the gesture within the context of historical and cultural ties between Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu. The statement was made via social media post.

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Netherlands hands back Chola dynasty copper plates to India

The Netherlands returned 11th-century Chola dynasty copper plates to India in a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, framed as a symbolic strengthening of bilateral ties between the two nations.

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Writing a resume? These common mistakes can land you in the ‘no’ pile

An ABC Australia article presents advice from three unnamed experts on resume mistakes to avoid when job hunting. The piece frames certain resume elements as problematic without detailed explanation of why or evidence of their actual impact on hiring decisions.

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PlayStation Plus Members Get A Star Wars Single-Player Adventure and a 2018 Game of the Year Contender

PlayStation Plus is adding two games to its May 19 subscription update: a Star Wars single-player adventure and a 2018 Game of the Year contender. The article briefly announces these additions without providing detailed specifications or critical analysis.

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Moroccan armed forces says body of second missing US soldier found in Cap Draa

Morocco's Royal Armed Forces announced the recovery of the body of a missing U.S. servicewoman in Cap Draa, with search operations conducted in coordination with U.S. forces. The article reports this as the second body recovered in connection with missing U.S. personnel.

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Norovirus outbreak on Caribbean Princess cruise ship sickens over 100 guests

Over 100 passengers and crew aboard the Caribbean Princess cruise ship have fallen ill from norovirus following departure from Fort Lauderdale on April 28. The CDC confirmed 102 passengers and 13 crew members were sick and isolated among approximately 4,000 total people on board.

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Turning the tables: how 3 Hong Kong mothers are spinning trauma into hope as DJs

Three Hong Kong mothers, including 28-year-old Holy Lee Hau-yin, are working as professional DJs and using their careers to overcome past trauma including domestic abuse and childcare exhaustion. The article frames their DJ work as a form of personal renewal and healing, timed around Mother's Day.

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PM Modi holds talks with Dutch counterpart Jetten; discusses trade, investment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Dutch PM Rob Jetten during his visit to the Netherlands, with discussions centered on trade, investment, and critical technologies. This marks Modi's second visit to the Netherlands since 2017, part of his five-nation tour.

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South Korea’s HMM says ship set ablaze in Strait of Hormuz to be towed to Dubai

South Korean shipping company HMM announced it has secured a towing vessel to transport one of its bulk carriers to Dubai following an explosion and fire that damaged the ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The report provides minimal detail about the incident itself, focusing primarily on the company's response.

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Egypt unveils two restored New Kingdom tombs in Luxor

Egyptian authorities unveiled two restored New Kingdom tombs on the West Bank of Luxor on Thursday. The tombs contain historical scenes from ancient Egypt's New Kingdom period. The article reports a cultural heritage announcement without apparent political dimension.

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Boeing ordered to pay $49.5 million to family of 737 MAX crash victim

A federal jury in Chicago awarded $49.5 million to the family of a woman killed in the 2019 Boeing 737 MAX crash in Ethiopia. The story reports a legal judgment outcome with minimal additional context or analysis provided.

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38 Years Ago, ‘Cheers’ Scrapped an Entire Episode Because It Was Way Too Dark

An article reports that the NBC sitcom 'Cheers' scrapped an episode 38 years ago because it was too dark in tone. The piece provides basic information about the show's run (1982-1993) and main cast members, with an incomplete description suggesting more details follow.

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Removing Iran’s uranium mostly about ‘PR’ – Trump

Trump states that recovering Iran's enriched uranium is primarily a public relations effort, while simultaneously affirming it should still be removed. The article presents Trump's characterization of the uranium removal as performative rather than substantively meaningful.