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Apple has announced that its next chief executive officer will be a long-time executive within the company, marking the first leadership change at the tech giant in over 15 years. The decision, mad…
Apr 21, 2026
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The Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong passed through the Taiwan Strait on Thursday, prompting immediate condemnation from the Republic of China (Taiwan) Mi…
Apr 21, 2026
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Four astronauts returned from the Artemis II mission with a story of camaraderie that transcended the challenges of space travel. The crew, which included Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glove…
Apr 21, 2026
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Singapore’s tech sector is experiencing a surge as artificial intelligence (AI) investments hit record levels, with the government and private firms accelerating digital transformation. The city-st…
Apr 21, 2026
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ChatGPT, the AI chatbot developed by OpenAI, has been tested against lottery numbers in a recent experiment, with results showing it cannot reliably predict winning combinations. The test, conducte…
Apr 21, 2026
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The Powerball winning numbers for Monday, April 20, were drawn in a record-breaking lottery that saw a single ticket claim a $1.2 billion jackpot, marking one of the largest payouts in US history. …
Apr 21, 2026
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South Africa’s Department of Human Settlements has unveiled a new housing initiative aimed at addressing the nation’s chronic housing shortages, with a focus on multi-generational living. The polic…
Apr 21, 2026
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Toni Nadal, the uncle and coach of world number one Carlos Alcaraz, has raised concerns over the Spanish tennis star's recent performance, stating, "Escuchando a Alcaraz parece que está complicado.…
Apr 21, 2026
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Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray delivered a career-defining performance, scoring 43 points in a 122-106 Game 1 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday. The win, secured in front of a pa…
Apr 21, 2026
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Firefighters from across Portugal have been deployed to the Serra do Caramulo region after a large wildfire broke out, mobilising more than 130 personnel. The blaze, which began on Tuesday, has spr…
Apr 21, 2026
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The Indian government has announced the second phase of the Namo Bharat corridor, a key component of the Rapid Rail network, which will connect major cities in West Uttar Pradesh. The expansion, se…
Apr 21, 2026
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Robert Lewandowski’s recent move to the United States has triggered a wave of market activity across Asia, with Singapore's financial sector closely monitoring the implications. The Polish striker,…
Apr 21, 2026
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