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  1. WorldEuropeEarth

    Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Multiple Provinces in Iran

    An orange alert for heavy rain has been issued for several provinces in Iran, including Mazandaran, Golestan, Semnan, North Khorasan, Razavi Khorasan, Kerman, and Hormozgan. The Meteorological Organization has warned residents in these areas to avoid traveling and camping near rivers and riverbeds due to the expected increase in clouds, rain showers, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
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  4. ScienceChinaAstronomy

    China's Secret Space Plane Shenlong Revealed in New Image

    The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) has released the clearest photo yet of China's ultra-secret space plane, Shenlong. The experimental reusable vehicle, similar to the U.S. Space Force's X-37B, has conducted four orbital missions since 2020, with the latest mission launched in February 2026. Little is known about its capabilities, but it's suspected to be used for satellite inspection and anti-satellite operations.
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  5. PoliticsJudiciaryPublic HealthHealthcare

    ChatGPT's Medical Advice Leads to Woman's Death, Lawsuit Alleges

    A lawsuit filed by the family of a 31-year-old woman with epilepsy alleges that ChatGPT provided unlicensed and inaccurate advice, leading to her preventable death. The woman, Bowen Van, had successfully controlled her seizures with medication but followed ChatGPT's guidance to taper off her anti-seizure drugs, ultimately causing a fatal seizure. The suit accuses OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, of providing unsafe medical advice.
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  6. WorldMiddle East

    Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's Address Outlines Current Tasks of Kazakhstan

    President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev delivered an address to the people of Kazakhstan, outlining the current tasks of the country in a new historical cycle. The speech, titled 'Relevant tasks of Kazakhstan in a new historical cycle', was attended by deputies of the Kurultai, government members, and other officials. The president emphasized the importance of successful implementation of historical tasks to build a prosperous society and wished everyone happiness and success.
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  9. WorldMiddle East

    Philippines Rules Out Trade Restrictions on China Amid Maritime Dispute

    The Philippines will not impose trade restrictions on China despite tensions in the South China Sea, with the Marcos administration opting to keep economic ties separate from maritime disputes. The Philippines exported $994.1 million worth of nickel ores and concentrates to China in 2025, making China the Philippines’ biggest source of imports. The Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. warned that a deterioration in trade relations with China could disrupt manufacturing and exports.
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  10. U.S.LawElectionsNorth America

    Cuban Americans Maintain Republican Support Despite Rejecting Trump's Deportations

    A survey by Florida International University reveals that 68% of Cuban Americans in southern Florida support Republican candidates for Congress, maintaining their record support for the party despite two-thirds disapproving of increased deportations under President Trump's administration. The 'Cuba 2026 Survey' also found that 57% of Cubans in Florida support the war in Iran, and two-thirds back Trump's policy against Havana. Most Cuban Americans expect major political change in Cuba within five years and support Trump's tougher measures towards Havana.
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  11. PoliticsRegulatorsElectionsNorth America

    Mahayuti and MVA Split Maharashtra Council Seats; Nagpur Result Pending

    In the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, the ruling Mahayuti alliance has won two seats, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has also secured two seats. The result for the Nagpur seat is still awaited. The Mahayuti was leading in the Pune and Amravati Teachers’ constituencies and the Nagpur Graduates’ constituency. The MVA is ahead in two seats. Preferential votes will play a crucial role in determining the final outcome.
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  12. TechMiddle EastTelecom

    AI Track 'You're My Trash!' Banned in Russia

    The viral AI-generated track 'You're My Trash!' has been blocked in Russia following requests from Roskomnadzor. Users attempting to play the song on streaming platforms are met with notifications of unavailability due to Roskomnadzor's requirement. The reasons behind the ban remain unclear, but user complaints may have played a role. The track's creator, DJ NARODNII, has expressed disagreement with the ban and plans to release censored versions of the song.
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  13. PoliticsBillRegulatorsMiddle East

    Pentagon Refuses to Investigate Starlink Slowdowns in Ukraine

    The Pentagon's inspector general has declined a bipartisan request from senators to investigate recent disruptions in the satellite internet service Starlink and Starshield in Ukraine. The inspector general suggested that senators direct their questions to the U.S. Air Force, leading lawmakers to view this as a refusal to investigate Elon Musk's influence over defense communications. The outages have raised concerns about Musk's control over critical communications systems.
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  17. SocietyBillMiddle EastDefenseCybercrime

    Malaysian Jailed for Illicit Access to Singapore Bank Accounts

    Tan Kian Hoa, a 28-year-old Malaysian, was sentenced to eight months' imprisonment for his role in an online gambling and fraud syndicate that illicitly accessed 17 bank accounts in Singapore. He pleaded guilty to one charge of criminal conspiracy to commit unauthorized computer access under Singapore's Computer Misuse Act. Tan was employed through a Facebook posting and instructed to check deposits using pre-loaded mobile devices and Singapore bank login details.
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  19. SportsMiddle EastWhite-collar

    Russian Drone Strikes in Kharkiv Cause Deaths and Injuries

    Russian drone strikes in Kharkiv resulted in multiple casualties and significant property damage. One person was killed and at least 15 others were injured, including children. The strikes hit residential areas, causing large fires and damaging multi-apartment buildings, private homes, outbuildings, and cars. Infrastructure, including a post office warehouse, was also targeted. Emergency services worked to extinguish fires and treat the injured under the threat of further strikes.
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  20. PoliticsElectionsAsia

    DOJ Alleges 22,000 Non-Citizens on California Voter Rolls; LA County Disputes Findings

    The Department of Justice (DOJ) claims that there are 22,000 non-citizens registered to vote in California, with some having already voted. The DOJ provided a list of these suspected non-citizens to California officials. However, Los Angeles County, which sampled 200 names from the list, disputes the findings, stating that nearly 30% of the sampled individuals had voted before. A federal judge denied the DOJ's request to set aside these ballots, citing potential disruption to the election process and state sovereignty.
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  22. CulturePodcasts

    Sophia Bush Reveals Chad Michael Murray's Infidelity Led to Their Divorce

    Sophia Bush has opened up about her brief marriage to One Tree Hill co-star Chad Michael Murray in her new memoir, 'And I Will Tell You Mine'. She revealed that Murray's infidelity with 'several girls' during their marriage led to their separation after just five months. Bush struggled to trust her instincts and defend herself against rumors, even as her doubts grew. Despite their personal issues, they continued working together on One Tree Hill.
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  23. PoliticsWarNorth America

    US War Against Iran Costs Over $47 Billion

    The cost of the U.S.'s war against Iran has reached approximately $47 billion, an increase of more than $3 billion since last month, according to Pentagon estimates. The biggest chunk of the cost is munition replacement at $29 billion, followed by additional military operational expenses of nearly $12 billion and replacing lost equipment at $6.1 billion. Air Force support operations account for $7.6 billion within the reported expenditures.
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