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US SEC delays plan for crypto trading of tokenized US stocks amid market concerns
The US SEC postponed its innovation exemption allowing crypto trading of tokenized US stocks following pressure from traditional exchanges and ongoing regulatory review.
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Linux 7.1-rc5 and FreeBSD 15.1-RC1 released with AI-discovered security fixes
Linux 7.1-rc5 and FreeBSD 15.1-RC1 launched featuring multiple security and driver fixes identified by AI research teams.
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Middle East oil and LNG tankers exit Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran conflict
Several oil and LNG tankers left the Strait of Hormuz this week, resuming limited shipments amid ongoing US-Iran tensions.
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Toshifumi Suzuki, pioneer of Japan's 7-Eleven chain, dies at 93
Toshifumi Suzuki, key architect of 7-Eleven's Japan expansion and former Seven & i Holdings CEO, died May 18 at age 93.
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Huawei Unveils Tau Scaling Law Aiming for 1.4-nm Chip Density by 2031
Huawei announced a new chip design technology and plans to mass produce 1.4-nanometer-equivalent chips by 2031 despite US sanctions.
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World Surf League event in New Zealand halted after photographer bitten by sea creature
A photographer was bitten during the World Surf League New Zealand Pro men’s semi-finals on May 25, halting the event temporarily.
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Three workers killed and one injured during lifeboat maintenance at Petronas Sepat platform
Three contractors died and one was critically injured when a lifeboat fell into the sea at Petronas Sepat platform on May 24, 2026.
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Israel Voices Concerns Over US-Iran Deal Amid Lebanon Conflict
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stressed Israel’s freedom of action amid a possible US-Iran peace deal and ongoing Lebanon conflict.
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Singapore keeps 2026 GDP growth forecast at 2-4% after 6% Q1 expansion
Singapore’s economy grew 6% year-on-year in Q1 2026, but the government maintained its 2-4% growth forecast amid geopolitical risks.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent: US and China Discuss Board to Ease Non-Sensitive Investment Deals
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said talks are underway with China on a Board of Investment for non-sensitive sector investments and tariff removals.
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UN peacekeeping faces lowest troop levels and funding shortfalls amid geopolitical tensions
By the end of 2025, UN peacekeeping saw under 79,000 personnel deployed, its lowest in 25 years, as funding gaps and political disputes strain operations.
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Anthropic to close $30B funding round with $900B+ valuation next week
Anthropic PBC plans to close a funding round exceeding $30 billion, valuing the AI startup above $900 billion.
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Malaysia allocates over RM5 billion in micro-financing to support 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs in 2026
The Malaysian government has set aside more than RM5 billion in micro-financing for 2026 to aid over 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs nationwide.
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Versant Media Group posts 1% revenue decline in Q1 2026 with gains in digital and licensing
Versant Media Group reported $1.69 billion revenue and $286 million net income in Q1 2026, with digital and licensing growth offsetting pay TV declines.
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Burberry’s Cotswolds handbag line drives profits and sales growth, attracting US buyers
Burberry’s launch of the Cotswolds handbag line has boosted profits and sales, especially in North America, as CEO Joshua Schulman highlights value for money.
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King’s College London and Cranfield University to merge creating UK’s second largest university
King’s College London and Cranfield University have agreed to merge by summer 2027, forming a university with around 47,000 students.
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AC Milan and Juventus miss Champions League as Roma and Como qualify in Serie A
AC Milan and Juventus failed to qualify for the Champions League while Roma and Como secured spots in Serie A’s top four.
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Jason Voorhees Joins Dead by Daylight as Playable Killer for 10th Anniversary
Jason Voorhees has been added as a playable killer in Dead by Daylight, debuting on the public test build May 26, 2026.
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Antonio Conte announces departure as Napoli coach after second-place finish
Antonio Conte announced he will leave Napoli after leading the club to a second-place finish in the 2025-26 Serie A season.
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DayOne Data Centers eyes over $4 billion Series C funding round amid AI demand
DayOne Data Centers plans to more than double its Series C funding round to over $4 billion amid strong investor interest in AI infrastructure.
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US and China Agree to AI Safety Protocol During May 2026 Beijing Talks
The US and China will establish a protocol on AI safety amid ongoing talks held during Trump and Xi’s meeting in Beijing in May 2026.
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Arsenal upbeat as Premier League title race nears final games
Arsenal has recovered from recent setbacks to lead the Premier League by two points with three games left, manager Mikel Arteta says the team is in good spirits.
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ILO and IOM deny endorsing Bestinet's migrant worker platform in Malaysia
The ILO and IOM said they do not endorse or are involved with Bestinet's Foreign Workers Centralised Management System used in Malaysia since 2018.
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The Mandalorian and Grogu posts lowest Disney Star Wars opening weekend since 2012
The Mandalorian and Grogu earned $102 million domestically over the Memorial Day weekend, the lowest Disney Star Wars theatrical opening since 2012.