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Brazil Supreme Court justice recuses himself from fraud case following revelations of ties to bank president

Brazilian Supreme Court Justice José Antonio Dias Toffoli recused himself from a case involving Banco Master on the same day revelations emerged about his ties to the bank's president. The case concerns alleged fraud involving falsified loan portfolios worth $2.43 billion that the bank attempted to sell to a state-owned Brazilian bank.

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Australia begins hearings into Bondi Beach attack and rising antisemitism

Australia is conducting a public inquiry into December's Bondi Beach mass shooting. Jewish community witnesses testifying report feeling unsafe due to rising antisemitism linked to the Gaza conflict.

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Yen briefly jumps in Asia trade, putting investors on high alert

The Japanese yen experienced brief volatility in Asian trading, triggering investor caution. The movement follows Japan's recent estimated intervention of approximately ¥5.4 trillion ($34.5 billion) to support the yen's value.

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AMD’s stock has surged ahead of earnings, but this analyst sees a problem ahead

AMD's stock price has risen ahead of earnings announcements, but an unnamed analyst argues the company faces structural limitations in capturing CPU market upside because it relies on third-party manufacturing rather than producing chips in-house.

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‘Mafalda’ original publisher Ediciones de la Flor shuts down

Ediciones de la Flor, a 60-year-old Argentine publisher known for publishing Mafalda, announced it will cease operations this year. The closure follows the loss of key authors and broader industry difficulties.

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Farmers await JD Vance in Iowa as their financial struggles rise

Vice President JD Vance is visiting Iowa while farmers face financial difficulties, with speculation about a potential 2028 presidential campaign. CBS News reports on the visit through correspondent Ed O'Keefe.

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Kevin Warsh could save the Federal Reserve

The article presents Kevin Warsh as a potentially stabilizing force for the Federal Reserve, suggesting his leadership could address institutional challenges. The piece frames Warsh's potential appointment as a positive development for the central bank's future direction.

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Milken-adjacent Power100 attendees aim to reclaim the DEI in finance narrative

Blueprint Capital is hosting a Power100 weekend event to convene diverse leaders in finance, positioning it as an effort to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) narratives in the financial sector ahead of the Milken Institute Global Conference.

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Macron plans to tap ally Moulin to run French central bank

President Macron plans to nominate Emmanuel Moulin, his former chief of staff, as France's next central bank governor, according to a statement from the Elysee on Tuesday. The announcement is reported straightforwardly without additional context or analysis.

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Maersk says one of its ships passed through strait under US military protection

Maersk reported that one of its vessels, the Alliance Fairfax, has exited the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz under U.S. military protection after being stranded since Feb. 28 when conflict with Iran erupted. The ship is a U.S.-flagged vessel operated through the company's Farrell Lines subsidiary.

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US not looking for a fight with temporary operation to protect ships from Iran, Pentagon chief says

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth characterizes a U.S. military operation protecting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz as temporary and defensive in nature. The statement is framed as reassurance that the U.S. is not seeking military confrontation with Iran.

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Can solar cars become mainstream?

An article examining whether solar-powered vehicles can transition from experimental status to mainstream adoption. It frames recent geopolitical energy concerns as a catalyst for accelerated electric vehicle adoption and features an interview with a US startup executive preparing to deliver solar cars commercially.

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Inside Ballmaxxing, the Niche Practice of Inflating Your Balls to Cantaloupe Size

Vice News reports on 'ballmaxxing,' a niche practice where individuals intentionally inflate their scrotums with fluid to extreme sizes. The article profiles Marcus, a 57-year-old practitioner with 30+ years of experience who maintains this practice without plans to stop.

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Florida shooting spree kills 4-month-old baby, toddler, their mother and grandmother across two scenes

A shooting spree in Plant City, Florida killed four members of one family across two locations, including a 4-month-old baby, toddler, their mother, and grandmother. Police are investigating the incident. The article reports basic facts about the victims and incident scope.

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Puerto Rico mourns José 'Piculín' Ortiz, a basketball legend, who has died at 62

José 'Piculín' Ortiz, a Puerto Rican basketball center who played briefly in the NBA and is regarded as one of the greatest players from Puerto Rico, has died at age 62. The article reports his death and establishes his legacy in basketball history.

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'Big Short' investor Michael Burry confirms he's sold GameStop and says he's shorting Palantir

Michael Burry, known for his role in 'The Big Short,' has exited his GameStop position and disclosed new short positions against Palantir, microchip stocks, Nasdaq 100, and Nvidia. He cites GameStop's proposed eBay deal as misaligned with his investment thesis.

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Chinese start-up ZYT eyes mass production of semi-autonomous trucks this year

A Chinese autonomous vehicle start-up called ZYT, spun off from drone maker DJI, is preparing mass production of semi-autonomous trucks equipped with navigation autopilot systems in partnership with major Chinese truck manufacturers. The article frames this development as a solution to fuel efficiency and logistics cost reduction amid global energy pressures.

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Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done?

The article reports that road conditions, specifically potholes, are expected to be a significant issue for voters in local elections in England. It frames infrastructure maintenance as a top-of-mind concern and suggests solutions exist but are not detailed in the description provided.

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Massive grizzly bear and wolf caught on camera demolishing dead animal

Video footage shows a grizzly bear and wolf competing over a dead animal carcass in a river. The headline and description frame this as a dramatic wildlife encounter that demonstrates the grizzly's physical dominance.

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Main suspect in triple femicide is extradited to Argentina

Tony Janzen Valverde, a suspect in three femicides, was extradited from Peru to Argentina to face charges related to the deaths of Morena Verdi, Brenda del Castillo, and Lara Gutiérrez in 2025. The brief report documents the procedural handover between nations.