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  7. PoliticsAppointmentsResignation

    Senate Confirms Jay Clayton as Trump's Director of National Intelligence

    The U.S. Senate confirmed Jay Clayton, a lawyer and former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair, as the new Director of National Intelligence (DNI) in a 51-47 party-line vote. Clayton replaces acting DNI Bill Pulte, who had been serving since former DNI Tulsi Gabbard's resignation. The confirmation comes after a contentious hearing where Clayton refused to acknowledge that President Biden won the 2020 election. Democrats had demanded an experienced replacement for Pulte but ultimately voted against Clayton.
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    Bolivia Issues Arrest Warrant for Evo Morales Over Protests

    Bolivia's Prosecutor's Office has issued an arrest warrant against former President Evo Morales, accusing him of terrorism, armed rebellion against the security and sovereignty of the state, and other crimes related to protests and roadblocks between May and June. The warrant follows weeks of demonstrations demanding the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz. Morales has denied the charges and claims political persecution.
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  9. SocietyWhite-collarSafety

    AI Boosts Traffic Camera Efficiency in Russia

    Over the past few years, traffic cameras in Russia have significantly improved their ability to detect violations due to advancements in neural network technologies. These cameras can now recognize a broader range of offenses, including phone use while driving, with over 190,000 such cases recorded in the Moscow region in the first five months of 2026, a significant increase from the previous year. Despite automating preliminary processing, the final decision on accountability still lies with traffic police inspectors.
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    Hong Kong Palace Museum's New Exhibition 'A Day in the City' Explores Chinese Culture Through Contemporary Art

    The Hong Kong Palace Museum's latest exhibition, 'A Day in the City - Time-Space Experiment of Format Studies', opens tomorrow. It brings together nine local senior and emerging artists from various fields, connecting traditional Chinese culture with contemporary art. The exhibition features public workshops led by local emerging artists, transforming the exhibition hall into a collaborative creative platform. Standard tickets are priced at HK$70, with concession tickets at HK$35.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastBudget

    €650,000 Spent on Consultants, Railway Repairs Yet to Begin

    Over €650,000 has been spent on consulting services for a railway modernization project, but repairs have not yet begun. Deputy Olga Ursu criticized the lack of progress three years after the contract was signed. The Ministry of Infrastructure explained that grant funds can only be used for materials, so consulting services are paid for with credit. The project was suspended due to plans to build a section of the railway with European gauge, supported by the EU.
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  16. PoliticsMiddle East

    PH Unveils Manifesto for Negeri Sembilan State Election

    Pakatan Harapan (PH) has launched its manifesto for the 16th State Election in Negeri Sembilan, committing to continue the state's development agenda. The manifesto focuses on sustainable economic growth, quality job opportunities, comprehensive welfare, and balanced development. PH promises to create 30,000 high-paying jobs, provide 20,000 affordable homes, and resolve land issues. The coalition also pledges to empower youth, women, and families, develop the tourism sector, and ensure quality education and healthcare services. PH asks for the support and trust of Negeri Sembilan voters to continue giving them the mandate.
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  21. ScienceHardwareMaterialsEarthPublic HealthBiodiversity

    6 Gardening Tricks from Generations, Backed by Experts

    Six gardening practices passed down through generations are gaining renewed appreciation from horticulture specialists. These techniques, such as feeding the soil, covering it with mulch, using human hair to repel pests, burying banana peels near rosebushes, capturing and removing small pests by hand, and cultivating a bond with nature, are supported by scientific evidence.
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  22. WorldCentral AsiaAstronomy

    Earthquake in Kumamoto Causes Temporary Communication Disruptions

    An earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture on March 30 caused temporary communication disruptions. NTT Docomo, KDDI, and Rakuten Mobile experienced outages due to power outages at base stations and transmission line failures. SoftBank and NTT Docomo restored services by 1:00 PM, while KDDI and Rakuten Mobile were restored by 8:00 PM. Satellite communication networks like Starlink were used to restore normal voice and data communication.
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