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Thailand's Q1 2026 GDP Growth Accelerates to 2.8%, Surpassing Estimates
Thailand's economy grew 2.8% year-on-year in Q1 2026, beating forecasts and outpacing last quarter's 2.5% growth.
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Malaysia launches 100MW/400MWh Santong Battery Energy Storage System in Terengganu
Tenaga Nasional Berhad unveiled the Santong Battery Energy Storage System on May 18, 2026, with government leaders calling for enhanced domestic energy storage R&D.
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Rory McIlroy swears at heckler during final round of US PGA Championship
Rory McIlroy shouted an expletive at a heckler during the 16th hole of the US PGA Championship final round on May 17.
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China's CXMT posts 1,688% profit surge and 719% revenue jump in Q1 2026 amid chip shortage
ChangXin Memory Technologies reported a 1,688% net profit rise and 719% revenue increase in Q1 2026 amid global DRAM shortages.
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Three youths arrested after at least 10 shootings injure four in Austin, Texas
Austin police arrested three youths linked to a series of at least 10 shootings that wounded four people across the city.
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Jane Street doubles Singapore office capacity amid Asia expansion
Jane Street moved into a new Singapore office in May 2026, doubling capacity to 250 seats as it expands in Asia.
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Iran Verifies 32 Political Executions Since February Amid Ongoing War and Protests
Iran has carried out at least 32 political executions since late February 2026, increasing repression amid war and protests, UN and rights groups say.
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61st Academy of Country Music Awards Held at MGM Grand in Las Vegas
The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards took place May 17 at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, hosted by Shania Twain and aired live on Prime Video.
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Elversberg promoted to Bundesliga for the first time after 3-0 win over Preussen Muenster
Elversberg secured its first-ever Bundesliga promotion following a 3-0 victory over Preussen Muenster on May 14, 2026.
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Drone strike hits UAE nuclear plant; Saudi Arabia shoots down three drones from Iraq
A drone strike caused a fire near the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE May 17, while Saudi Arabia intercepted three drones entering from Iraq the same day.
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US Rejects Iran’s Proposal, Demands Limits on Nuclear Sites and Frozen Assets
The US rejected Iran’s war-ending proposal, demanding strict nuclear limits and withholding most frozen assets, while Iran issued military warnings.
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Malaysia to observe Hari Raya Aidiladha on May 27, 2026
Malaysia’s Muslim community will celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, following official moon sighting and declaration.
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Evergrande liquidators sue PwC for US$8.4 billion over audit negligence in Hong Kong
Evergrande liquidators filed a US$8.4 billion lawsuit against PwC and affiliates alleging audit negligence in Hong Kong.
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New York Knicks sweep Cleveland Cavaliers to reach NBA Finals for first time since 1999
The New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals, advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.
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Belarus and Russia Start Joint Military Drills Involving Russian Nuclear Weapons
Belarus and Russia launched joint military exercises on May 18, 2026, focused on Russian nuclear weapons stationed in Belarus.
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Javier Bardem says Gaza genocide condemnation brought more work offers, not blacklisting
Spanish actor Javier Bardem says speaking out on Gaza genocide has increased his work opportunities and urged others to speak up.
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Malaysia tackles infrastructure strain amid data centre boom and rising oil prices
Malaysia faces power grid pressure from rapid data centre growth while weighing fuel subsidy reforms amid rising global oil costs.
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Dani Carvajal to leave Real Madrid after 23 years at club in 2026
Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season after a 23-year association.
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Shein to acquire US apparel brand Everlane for $100 million
Chinese e-commerce giant Shein is acquiring US apparel retailer Everlane for $100 million, approved by Everlane’s board on May 16, 2026.
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Former Valve writer Chet Faliszek rules out writing Half-Life 3
Chet Faliszek says he has no interest in writing Half-Life 3 due to reluctance to work with established game lore.
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Chinese agent Lu Jianwang found guilty of running covert police station in Manhattan Chinatown
Lu Jianwang was convicted for operating an unauthorized Chinese police station in New York and faces up to 30 years in prison.
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India's stock market loses $924 billion amid AI investment shift, risks losing top five spot
India's stock market dropped $924 billion from its September 2024 peak as investors favor AI sectors, threatening its top five global ranking.
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Jose Mourinho set to return as Real Madrid head coach after 13 years away
Jose Mourinho is finalizing a return as Real Madrid head coach, replacing Alvaro Arbeloa after the 2025-26 season.
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Hit-and-run in Bandar Baru Klang kills two elderly sisters, injures teen
Two elderly sisters were killed and a teenage boy injured in a hit-and-run in Bandar Baru Klang on May 15.