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A man shot by ICE in California pleads not guilty to federal charges

A man who was shot multiple times by ICE agents during an arrest in central California has pleaded not guilty to federal charges alleging he rammed his vehicle into two immigration officers. The headline emphasizes the shooting incident while the description focuses on the criminal charges against him.

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Howard gets it wrong: A class on Cardi B is not rigorous study

An opinion piece criticizes Howard University for offering a course on Cardi B, arguing it does not constitute rigorous academic study. The author invokes the university's historical mission to challenge the academic legitimacy of the course offering.

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Wisconsin brewing owner who promised free beer in the event of Trump’s death launches bid for governor

Kirk Bangstad, owner of Minocqua Brewing Company, announced a gubernatorial bid for Wisconsin. The headline references a previous controversial promotion where Bangstad offered free beer contingent on Trump's death, framing his political entry through that prior statement.

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Iran says no military solution to Hormuz crisis, warns against escalation

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states that military force cannot resolve the Strait of Hormuz crisis and calls for diplomatic solutions, with Pakistan mediating talks. He warns the US and UAE against deeper involvement, cautioning against being drawn into a 'quagmire by ill-wishers.'

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How the Supreme Court Came to Accept a Practice It Called Unjust

The article examines how the Supreme Court, particularly Chief Justice John Roberts, came to accept partisan gerrymandering as constitutional despite previously calling similar practices unjust. It traces this shift through the Court's concurrent dismantling of the Voting Rights Act and a specific case involving North Carolina's allegedly unconstitutional racial gerrymander.

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20% of Hongkongers feel ‘lonely’, with 520,000 self-isolating, survey finds

A Hong Kong Family Welfare Society survey finds that 20% of Hong Kong residents report feeling lonely, with approximately 520,000 self-isolating and reluctant to confide in others or AI chatbots. The survey of 2,112 residents aged 18+ also reports the city's family well-being index at 6.09, slightly up from 6.06 in 2024.

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Boy, 13, shoots 2 dead at Brazil school

A 13-year-old boy opened fire at a school in Rio Branco, Brazil, killing two staff members and injuring two others. The incident prompted students to flee over a wall, and the shooter was arrested by authorities.

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Trump turns Obama-era youth health policy on its head as school fitness benchmark returns

Trump plans to sign a presidential memorandum restoring a competitive fitness test for students, reversing an Obama-era youth health policy. The move is framed as part of a broader health initiative. The article provides minimal detail about the policy change itself.

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North Korea’s new own-brand phone is sleek, colourful – and possibly watching you

North Korea showcased its domestically produced Jindallae smartphone at a trade fair for foreign visitors and companies. Despite international sanctions and an aging manufacturing base, Pyongyang markets the device as a connectivity solution for citizens, though analysts question the technical capabilities.

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Greg Brockman Defends $30B OpenAI Stake: ‘Blood, Sweat, and Tears’

OpenAI cofounder and president Greg Brockman revealed in federal court that he holds a substantial individual stake in OpenAI valued at approximately $30 billion. The article quotes Brockman using the phrase 'blood, sweat, and tears' to characterize his contribution to building the company.

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New Zealand eyes Japanese Mogami-class warships as possible replacements for ageing fleet

New Zealand is considering purchasing advanced frigates from Japan (Mogami-class) or the UK (Type 31) to modernize its aging naval fleet. The country is conducting discussions with Australia and the UK about the replacement options and service arrangements as part of broader defense modernization.

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Everything We Know About the New Banksy Statue That Appeared in London Overnight

Vice reports on a new Banksy statue that appeared in London overnight, noting initial uncertainty about authenticity that was quickly resolved. The article uses conversational framing and subjective characterization of Banksy's style.

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Flight passenger yells, 'I want off,' calls crew 'idiots' and yanks open emergency exit door

A passenger on an Atlanta-to-Chicago flight opened an emergency exit door while the plane was on the tarmac after hours of delay. The passenger was verbally disruptive, insulting crew members. The incident was captured on social media.

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Trump’s redistricting revenge push faces test in Indiana

Trump is endorsing primary challengers against seven Indiana Republican state senators who opposed his preferred congressional redistricting map. The article frames this as a test of Trump's political influence ahead of Tuesday primary elections in the state.

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'It's an elite matter': UAE confirms it's in talks for swap line loan with US

The UAE confirmed it is in negotiations with the US for a currency swap line, with a UAE trade minister characterizing this as entry into an exclusive group of five US allies with such arrangements. The announcement comes amid recent Iranian military strikes in the region.

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Bayern Munich vs PSG: Champions League – preview, team news, start, lineups

Al Jazeera previews the Bayern Munich vs PSG Champions League semifinal second leg, with PSG holding a 5-4 aggregate lead from the first leg. Both coaches have indicated their intention to play attacking football in the decisive match.

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Major health insurers show signs of recovery – but a key test looms

Major health insurers are showing signs of recovery, but face a critical test in Q2 after incomplete Q1 data due to claims processing delays. The article frames Q2 as a definitive proving ground for whether the recovery trend holds.

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U.S. Trade Deficit Grew in March

U.S. trade deficit increased in March following a Supreme Court decision that invalidated many of the president's tariffs in February. Both exports and imports rose in the aftermath of this court ruling.

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Opaque nature of US-Iran shadow war: Are they 'dancing their way out of a minefield' toward a deal?

An interview-based article featuring defence commentator Peter Apps discussing US-Iran tensions as a complex, simultaneous dynamic of conflict and negotiation rather than a binary war-or-peace scenario. The piece emphasizes the Strait of Hormuz as both a trade chokepoint and narrative battlefield.

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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.