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Taiwan considers resubmitting request for rejected defence budget items

Taiwan's government is considering resubmitting to parliament a request for defence budget items that lawmakers previously cut from a special defence budget, citing their importance to national security. The article reports on this procedural legislative development without providing extensive detail on the rejected items or the reasoning behind the original cuts.

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Who is Peru’s Roberto Sanchez, presidential hopeful calling for a new constitution?

Reuters reports on Roberto Sanchez, a left-wing Peruvian congressman running for president, whose mining sector overhaul plans have concerned investors. The article introduces Sanchez as a constitutional reform advocate facing conservative opposition in Peru's political landscape.

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Trump says end of war in Ukraine is very close

President Trump stated that the Ukraine-Russia war is nearing its end and he expects a settlement between the two nations. The report is sourced from a Reuters dispatch dated May 12, with Trump's direct quote on his peace expectations.

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PM Modi meets Dutch royals in Netherlands, discusses cooperation in technology, innovation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Dutch King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima at the Royal Palace in The Hague to discuss bilateral cooperation in digital technology, innovation, fintech, and the blue economy. Modi arrived in the Netherlands on Friday following a stopover in the UAE.

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Even in North Korea, someone’s in your parking spot

A Reuters article using a lighthearted parking spot dispute as a framing device to discuss North Korea's economic changes and growing consumer culture among the upwardly mobile. The headline employs humor and relatability (universal parking frustration) to introduce serious geopolitical subject matter.

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Singapore minister reveals why human touch still important in AI era

Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan argues that human judgment remains essential alongside AI technology, cautioning against over-reliance on large language models for problem-solving. He advocates for preserving traditional AI approaches rather than replacing them entirely with generative AI systems.

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Bind-over for Hong Kong couple who took children storm chasing during typhoon Ragasa

A Hong Kong couple received a bind-over order instead of criminal conviction for taking their children storm chasing during Super Typhoon Ragasa. They were ordered to maintain good behavior for three years with a HK$2,000 bond, facing the same fine if they violate the conditions.

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Brazilian flotilla activist returns home, alleges torture during Israel detention

A Brazilian activist named Thiago Avila returned to São Paulo after being detained and deported from Israel. He alleges he experienced torture during his detention. The article is sourced from Reuters and published by The Print.

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Hong Kong police officer fires service pistol by mistake at Kai Tak headquarters

A Hong Kong police officer accidentally discharged her service pistol at Kai Tak police headquarters on Saturday morning while loading it in a designated area, with no injuries reported. Police stated they maintain stringent protocols and the tactical unit will follow up on the incident.

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Frank Ocean Has a ‘Progressive’ Opinion on Music Classificiation That Prioritizes ‘Fusion’ Over Labels

Frank Ocean has previously stated he doesn't identify as an R&B singer despite loving the genre, believing genre classification may be influenced by his ethnicity. The article frames this as a 'progressive' stance that prioritizes musical fusion over restrictive labels.

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Hong Kong customs arrests 3 over illicit cigarettes seizure, HK$11.3m in proceeds

Hong Kong customs arrested three people suspected of operating an illicit cigarette smuggling and money laundering syndicate, seizing 2.2 million untaxed cigarettes and HK$11.3 million in alleged criminal proceeds across five residential raids.

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Uganda confirms outbreak of Ebola virus disease – health ministry

Uganda's health ministry confirmed an outbreak of Ebola virus disease on May 15, specifically identifying the Bundibugyo strain. The article reports this as a factual announcement from official health authorities with minimal additional detail provided in the excerpt.

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UAE expresses solidarity with India over UP storm fatalities

The UAE government expressed formal solidarity with India following a severe storm in Uttar Pradesh that killed at least 111 people and injured 72 others on May 13. The article reports a diplomatic statement of condolence from Abu Dhabi without additional context or analysis.

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Trump takes Nvidia CEO on mission to ‘open up’ China

President Trump is bringing Nvidia's CEO on a diplomatic mission to urge China's Xi Jinping to open markets to U.S. business ahead of a summit. The story reports on Trump's stated objective to improve U.S.-China business relations during his visit to Beijing/Seoul.

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Hong Kong privacy watchdog slams Canvas owner for paying ransom to hackers

Hong Kong's privacy commissioner Ada Chung criticized Canvas's parent company for paying a ransom to hackers who stole personal data from 9,000 institutions, arguing the funds should have strengthened cybersecurity instead. The commissioner questioned whether stolen data was actually returned and warned users to watch for suspicious communications.

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Hantavirus outbreak: UK to isolate cruise ship passengers in ex-Covid hospital

The UK is preparing to receive approximately 24 people from a Dutch cruise ship (MV Hondius) affected by a hantavirus outbreak, who will be isolated in a former Covid-19 hospital. Nearly 150 people aboard will be evacuated and repatriated to their home countries after weeks at sea.

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Australia to repatriate passengers from Hantavirus-hit cruise ship

The Australian government announced it will repatriate its citizens from a Dutch-flagged cruise ship affected by a Hantavirus outbreak. The story reports government action in response to a disease event aboard a luxury vessel, with involvement from both Australian and New Zealand authorities.

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Trump says Xi is ‘all business’ as talks resume after Taiwan warning

Trump and Xi Jinping are meeting Friday to conclude a two-day state visit to China marked by diplomatic formality. Trump characterizes Xi as 'all business' following discussions that included warnings about Taiwan. The article frames the meeting as a significant diplomatic engagement between the two leaders.

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Middle East live: Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain

Trump stated that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons is his top priority and that American economic struggles are not a factor in his decision-making regarding Iran negotiations. France 24 reports this via a live blog covering ongoing Middle East developments.

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South Korea weighs phased Hormuz role after US talks, minister says

South Korea's Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back announced the country is reviewing a phased approach to contributing to maritime security operations in the Strait of Hormuz following discussions with the United States. The story reports on Seoul's deliberation over how and when to participate in regional shipping protection efforts.