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Armenia turns 'towards Europe' as Macron highlights shift from Russia

French President Macron visited Armenia and stated the country is moving 'towards Europe,' characterizing this as a shift away from Russian influence. European leaders gathered in Armenia for regional summits on security and EU cooperation.

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Hegseth says US blockade on Iran ‘gift to the world’

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth characterizes a US blockade on Iran as beneficial to the world, using metaphorical language about a 'powerful red, white, and blue dome.' The article reports his statement without substantive elaboration on the blockade's specifics, rationale, or contested nature.

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3 cheers in Assam, and more: BJP gets majority on its own for the first time

The BJP has achieved a standalone majority in Assam elections for the first time, winning 102 seats as part of the NDA's third consecutive victory in the state. The article attributes this result to record voter turnout and new delimitation changes.

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Mac mini starting price goes up to $799, may be hard to get for "months"

Apple increased the Mac mini starting price to $799 and faces potential supply constraints lasting months. The article attributes these issues to chip shortages and elevated demand from AI-focused buyers.

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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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China sentences former defence ministers to death with reprieve

Two former Chinese defense ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, have been sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve on corruption charges by Chinese authorities. The reprieve is a standard Chinese legal mechanism that typically results in sentence commutation. The story reports the sentencing via state news agency announcement.

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Venezuela confirms prisoner’s death, after mother’s long search

Venezuela's government confirmed that a detainee died in July, after his 82-year-old mother spent over a year searching for him. The article reports on government acknowledgment of the death following court proceedings, framed around the mother's extended search effort.

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Man destined to get Alzheimer’s saved by accidental heat therapy

A man with a genetic mutation predisposing him to Alzheimer's disease has remained disease-free, possibly due to decades of occupational heat exposure in engine rooms. The article draws a parallel to sauna therapy's potential protective effects against cognitive decline.

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Can central banks curb inflation as energy costs rise?

The article reports that central banks are maintaining steady interest rates while facing pressure from rising energy costs that complicate their inflation-fighting efforts. It frames the policy decision as a test of whether monetary policy alone can manage inflation amid external supply shocks.

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China’s finance ministry allocates $6.7 billion for pre-school education this year

China's finance ministry has allocated 45.8 billion yuan ($6.73 billion) to support pre-school education development in the current year, according to state broadcaster CCTV. The announcement reflects government commitment to early childhood education funding.

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China sentences former defense ministers Wei Fenghe, Li Shangfu to death with reprieve for graft, state media reports

Reuters reports that China's state media Xinhua announced two former defense ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, were sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve for corruption charges. The story relies entirely on the state media report without independent verification or additional sourcing.

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US and Iran exchange fire, but Trump says ceasefire still in effect

The US and Iran exchanged military fire on Thursday, marking the most serious escalation of their month-long ceasefire. Despite the exchange, Trump stated the ceasefire remains in effect. The incident involved direct military engagement between the two nations.

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Brazil senator targeted with search warrant as Banco Master probe widens

Brazil's federal police served a search warrant on Senator Ciro Nogueira as part of an expanding investigation into the now-defunct Banco Master. The story reports on law enforcement action without providing details on charges, allegations, or the senator's response.

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Can India’s rice farmers reap from US$30 million Amazon carbon credit deal?

Amazon has committed $30 million to India's Good Rice Alliance to fund carbon credits from climate-smart rice farming practices. The deal is presented as a model for how agriculture can contribute to global emission reductions alongside industrial efforts, backed by Bayer, GenZero, and Shell.

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Iraq’s historic marshes revive as water returns after years of drought

Iraq's historic marshes are experiencing water level recovery after years of severe drought that had desiccated large areas. The article reports on early signs of ecological revival in the Chibayish marshes region, with water returning to previously dried-out terrain.

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South Africa’s top court revives impeachment process against president

South Africa's constitutional court has revived impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa related to an unspecified scandal. The decision represents a legal procedural development in an ongoing political matter. Limited details are provided in the excerpt supplied.

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Trump’s China visit adds sparkle to July 4 celebrations for fireworks maker

A Reuters report about Chinese fireworks manufacturers capitalizing on imagery of Trump following an assassination attempt. The story connects Trump's China visit to July 4 fireworks sales, with specific focus on a fireworks box featuring Trump's image.

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Putin is ready to talk with EU but won’t make the first move, Kremlin says

The Kremlin stated that Putin is willing to negotiate with the EU and other parties, but will not initiate talks first. This statement came after the Financial Times reported on European diplomatic overtures.

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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship to head to Spain after permission granted to dock in Canary Islands

A luxury cruise ship experiencing a hantavirus outbreak has received permission to dock in the Canary Islands and proceed to Spain. The story reports on the resolution of a maritime health crisis involving an unnamed vessel and affected jurisdiction.

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Five dead in fire at shopping centre west of Tehran, Iranian media say

A fire at a shopping centre west of Tehran on May 5 killed at least five people and injured 26 others, according to Iranian media reports. The local fire department attributed the incident to cladding material, though the description is incomplete in the provided text.