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  1. 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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  4. CultureEuropeUnited KingdomSoftware

    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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  13. 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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  14. 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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  17. TechM&APlatforms

    Manchester City Close to Signing Ayoub El-Khatib from Lille

    Manchester City is nearing a deal to sign Moroccan talent Ayoub El-Khatib from Lille, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The potential transfer is linked to the possible departure of Spanish player Rodri to Real Madrid, who has made an offer exceeding £42 million for his services. Meanwhile, Manchester City continues to reorganize its ranks during the transfer market.
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  20. SocietyLaborInequalityBudgetFraud

    Exposed: Company's Harsh Labor Practices and ID Theft Scams

    A company has been exposed for its harsh labor practices during a move, including excessive work hours, arbitrary fines, and physical abuse. Meanwhile, a series of posts expose a 'Financial God' from Hunan, who buys and sells IDs, scams victims into working for him in Cambodia, and takes a 20% cut of their wages. The victims are often registered business owners in China, tricked into going to Cambodia under false pretenses.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    Heavy Rain and Flood Alert in Six Provinces

    Thailand's Meteorological Department has issued a warning for very heavy rain in six provinces - Phetchabun, Nakhon Nayok, Rayong, Chanthaburi, Trat, and Ranong - over the next 24 hours due to a monsoon trough and strong southwest monsoon. Heavy rain is also forecast for Bangkok and much of the country, with authorities warning of flash floods and forest runoff. The Yang River in Roi Et is expected to overflow its banks on Thursday, with flood warnings issued for parts of Roi Et and Yasothon. Authorities have deployed personnel and machinery to vulnerable areas and urged residents in flood-prone communities to prepare for possible flooding.
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  24. TechHardware

    iOS 27: Customize Liquid Glass Transparency

    iOS 27 introduces a new setting to customize the Liquid Glass interface effect, allowing users to adjust the level of translucency. The update features a continuous slider for fine control, replacing the previous two-option setting. The new 'Appearance' section in Settings gathers interface options, and Apple has tweaked the default look for improved separation between layers. Users can also access Accessibility settings to further reduce transparency or increase contrast.
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