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From Long‑haul Training to Global Stardom: The Rise of Japanese Pop Trio XG
Ethiopia’s Prosperity Party Wins Landslide as Election Fallout Fuels Regional Tensions
BTS comeback tour sparks ticketing scam wave in Southeast Asia
Germany Reconsiders Coal as Energy Prices Soar – Is a Return to Lignite on the Horizon?
A 17‑year‑old’s View of Maradona’s Hand of God: Memory, Controversy and the Moments that United a Stadium
Romanian Hospitals Return to Paper Amid Massive Cyber Attack
Former Olympian Declares Himself Innocent After Arrest for Washington Reflecting Pool Incident
Trump promises swift repairs to Washington’s Reflecting Pool amid algae and vandalism claims
Oliver Tree’s Body Returned Home After Brazil Helicopter Crash
Alan Greenspan, 100, Dies – Architect of the American Economy Leaves Legacy of Growth and Controversy
Kenyan Lawyer Martha Karua Barred from Entebbe, Faces Return to Nairobi
WhatsApp leadership shift: Meta names Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah as CEO after Will Cathcart steps down
Colombia’s Presidential Race Ends In Narrow Victory for Trump‑Endorsed Outsider
Twin‑Set Wedding in Nigeria Brings Joyful Celebration
Largest Cocaine Bust in Australia Seized from Underground Bunker Raid
Clive Davis, Music Icon Who Shaped 20th‑Century Pop, Dies at 94
Heatwave Threatens Europe as Red Alerts Spray Across France, Spain and Italy
Russian Troop Build‑up in Kostyantynivka Highlights Strategic Stakes in Ukraine Conflict
Dettol Apologises After Sexist Ads Backfires in China
UN Report: Myanmar Army Killed Over 700 Civilians in Six Months Amid Ongoing Conflict
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BUSINESS
Germany may pause its coal phase-out amid gas price spikes and supply worries, sparking debate over fossil fuels versus renewables.
Former US Olympian Davey Hearn denies vandalising Washington DC’s Reflecting Pool after his arrest, saying he only briefly touched a rubber strip.
Former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan, long‑time steerer of U.S. policy, dies at 100, leaving a legacy of growth and controversy.
Meta replaces WhatsApp head Will Cathcart with Kunal Shah of Cred, reflecting a deeper focus on India’s market and data privacy considerations.
Music mogul Clive Davis, who signed Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, has died. His legacy spans 60 years of influence and controversy.
TRAVEL
Japan raises visa fees fivefold, first change since 1978, citing inflation and a weak yen. The hike targets single and multi‑entry visas amid record tourist flows.
A blaze at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort killed an Italian tourist and forced evacuation of nearly 1,700 guests.
A luxury beach resort in the Dominican Republic caught fire early Sunday, killing a 46‑year‑old Italian tourist and evacuating nearly 1,700 guests.
18‑year‑old tourist dies after falling from a carriage in Central Park when the horse bolts, raising questions over park safety and carriage regulations.
A private jet skidded onto a Texas motorway, and nearby residents helped free victims while emergency services responded swiftly.
SPORT
A Mexican teenager recounts seeing Maradona’s controversial goal during the 1986 World Cup and how the event lingered in memory beyond football.
During a live BBC News broadcast, a Cape Verde fan reacts with exuberant celebration as his nation scores their inaugural World Cup goal against Uruguay.
A Cape Verde supporter erupts in celebration after his nation nets its first World Cup goal during a live BBC News broadcast, creating a moment of shared joy on the global stage.
The 15‑year‑old India A batsman struck an 11‑ball 50 against Sri Lanka A, eclipsing prior limits and coming amid national squad changes.
Dutch royals enjoy two victories on one World Cup day as the Netherlands defeats Sweden and Curaçao earns its first World Cup point.
ENTERTAINMENT
Fans attempted to secure VIP seats for BTS's Jakarta show, but many were scammed by rogue resellers, losing tens of thousands of dollars.
The body of U.S. singer Oliver Tree has been flown back to California following a fatal helicopter collision in Rio de Janeiro. Family honored his final wish to launch a charity.
In Ibadan, two twin brothers married two twin sisters, a rare cultural tradition that celebrates lifelong twin bonds.
A British brand’s attempt to critique sexism in a micro drama ad triggered backlash and a boycott, prompting Dettol to issue an apology and review content processes.
OPINION
An AI start‑up has begun sweeping New York homes for free, filming cleaning crews to train future robots. The move raises privacy, employment and data‑market concerns.
US President Donald Trump accuses Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of repeatedly requesting a photo at the G7 summit, leading to a sharp backlash. The exchange highlights tensions over Iran policy and war‑economy ties.
Japanese fans cleaned World Cup stadiums after matches, but a viral image sparked debate over gender roles in domestic chores. While fans show pride, many say men still lead in household tasks.
Japanese fans face criticism for their household chores at home, despite applauded stadium cleanups—sparking a fresh look at gender roles in Japan.
POLITICS
In February 2024, Romania’s hospitals were disconnected from the internet to halt a ransomware assault, forcing staff to rely on manual record‑keeping.
Donald Trump announces urgent repairs to the Reflecting Pool following algae blooms and vandalism allegations as the 250th Independence Day nears.
HEALTH
Red heat alerts and 40 °C forecasts hit France, Spain and Italy, forcing school closures, rail cuts and tragic deaths amid a historic heat surge.
When a ransomware outbreak knocked out 100 hospitals, staff relied on pen and paper to keep patient care safe.
Health Minister Aden Duale is found guilty of contempt for allowing a US‑funded Ebola quarantine facility to continue despite a court halt, sparking protests that left three dead.
France confronts scorching temperatures, with 49 of 96 regions in red heat alerts, schools closed, and an alcohol ban in a national music festival.
TECH
Meta’s WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart steps down; Kunal Shah takes the helm as Meta grabs a minority stake in his fintech Cred.
Will Cathcart exits leadership role, Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah takes over as WhatsApp boss following Meta’s investment in Cred
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