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    [2026-05-29 14:02 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: Long hours, low pay, and dozens of orders: life for China's delivery drivers
    Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/long-hours-low-pay-and-dozens-of-orders-life-for-chinas-delivery-drivers-20260529-p6020o.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China is growing giant wheat-rye hybrids in its western deserts. Here’s why
    Snippet: The crop, known as triticale, is easier to grow in challenging conditions and can provide food for both humans and animals
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3355172/china-growing-giant-wheat-rye-hybrids-its-western-deserts-heres-why?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 14:00 UTC+10:00] [Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences Institute of Crop Science] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China is growing giant wheat-rye hybrids in its western deserts. Here’s why
    Snippet: The crop, known as triticale, is easier to grow in challenging conditions and can provide food for both humans and animals
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3355172/china-growing-giant-wheat-rye-hybrids-its-western-deserts-heres-why
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    [2026-05-29 13:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Can pay penalties improve Hong Kong civil service or are they ‘a slap on the wrist’?
    Snippet: Experts say move to withhold increments from bottom 10 per cent of underperformers will have limited impact, noting over third of staff already reached maximum pay scale
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3355255/can-pay-penalties-improve-hong-kong-civil-service-or-are-they-slap-wrist?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 13:55 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong] [Factuality: 92]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Can pay penalties improve Hong Kong civil service or are they ‘a slap on the wrist’?
    Snippet: Experts say move to withhold increments from bottom 10 per cent of underperformers will have limited impact, noting over third of staff already reached maximum pay scale
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3355255/can-pay-penalties-improve-hong-kong-civil-service-or-are-they-slap-wrist
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    [2026-05-29 13:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Canberra man accused of ramming, shooting at car faces court
    Snippet: Fri 29 May 2026 at 1:55pm
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/canberra-man-refused-bail-over-alleged-shooting-ramming-car/106737442
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    [2026-05-29 13:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The National (UAE)
    Title: Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes on launchpad during test | The National
    Snippet: A Blue Origin ⁠New Glenn rocket exploded on the ⁠launchpad during a test on Thursday, in ​a setback for Jeff Bezos’s space venture as it seeks to narrow the ⁠gap with Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
    Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/us/2026/05/29/blue-origins-new-glenn-rocket-explodes-on-launchpad-during-test/
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    [2026-05-29 13:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania
    Snippet: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, not seen, give a joint news conference at the F16 air flotilla in Uppsala, Sweden, Thursday, May 28, 2026. (Christine Olsson/TT News Agency via AP)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-romania-drone-aa90986c237b8fa1d9116685c8c32f95
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    [2026-05-29 13:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Al Jazeera
    Title: Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket explodes on launchpad
    Snippet: Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has exploded on the launchpad during a test in the US state of Florida.
    Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/29/blue-origins-new-glenn-rocket-explodes-on-launch-pad
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    [2026-05-29 13:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The National (UAE)
    Title: World Cup 2026 Group C guide: Brazil favourites but Morocco tipped for another strong run | The National
    Snippet: The 2026 World Cup is upon us so it's time to look at the 48 participants – including Group C, a section that features World Cup royalty in Brazil and dark horses Morocco.
    Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/05/29/world-cup-2026-group-c-guide-brazil-favourites-but-morocco-tipped-for-another-strong-run/
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    [2026-05-29 13:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Health fears behind plea for road project redesign to be scrapped
    Snippet: Fri 29 May 2026 at 1:47pm
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/family-pleads-for-changes-to-jervis-bay-road-upgrade/106717488
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    [2026-05-29 13:45 UTC+10:00] [World / North America] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: Moment Bezos-owned rocket explodes into huge fireball
    Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/north-america/moment-bezos-owned-rocket-explodes-into-huge-fireball-20260529-p6020g.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 13:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Angeles building collapse toll climbs to 6
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The death toll on the building collapse in Balibago, Angeles City, Pampanga has climbed to six, following the discovery of human remains at the site on Thursday night.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/29/news/angeles-building-collapse-toll-climbs-to-6/2354282
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    [2026-05-29 13:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Long Island sixth-grader dies in rafting accident on school trip to Pennsylvania
    Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/28/us-news/long-island-sixth-grader-dies-in-rafting-accident-on-school-trip-to-pennsylvania/
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    [2026-05-29 13:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Makati rolls out P356M mid-year aid for seniors
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Makati City government on Friday announced the rollout of P356.48 million worth of mid-year cash incentives for more than 59,000 Blu Card holders, with qualified senior citizens starting to receive their P6,000 benefits through GCash.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/29/news/national/makati-rolls-out-p356m-mid-year-aid-for-seniors/2354297
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    [2026-05-29 13:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: 'Overwhelming tidal wave of love' for James Valentine at memorial
    Snippet: Fri 29 May 2026 at 1:34pm
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/ruby-valentine-paying-tribute-to-her-father-james/106737786
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    [2026-05-29 13:24 UTC+10:00] [World / North America] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: Blue Origin rocket explodes during test
    Snippet: A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket dramatically exploded on the launchpad during a test onThursday, in a setback for Jeff Bezos’ space venture as it seeks to narrow the gap with Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/north-america/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-during-test-20260529-p60203.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 13:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Seafarer faces charges over bomb joke at NAIA
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — A Butuan-bound Filipino seafarer was arrested at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2 after making a bomb joke during aircraft boarding, the PNP Aviation Security Group (Avsegroup) reported on Friday.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/29/news/seafarer-faces-charges-over-bomb-joke-at-naia/2354289
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    [2026-05-29 13:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Jerusalem Post
    Title: UN's blacklist of Israeli entities is part of 'reckless game' erasing moral distinction - editorial
    Snippet: In yet another moral and institutional failure by the United Nations, the international body decided to add Israeli institutions to a blacklist of actors accused of committing sexual violence in conflict.
    Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-897698
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    [2026-05-29 13:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: The economic gap between generations is on track to reach record levels
    Snippet: Fri 29 May 2026 at 1:17pm
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/intergenerational-inequality-growing-and-could-reach-record/106674280
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    [2026-05-29 13:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Newly discovered ancient wasp species named after F1 driver Piastri
    Snippet: Fri 29 May 2026 at 1:12pm
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/ancient-wasp-species-named-after-f1-driver-oscar-piastri/106737446
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    [2026-05-29 13:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: LA father faces murder charge after fleeing to Mexico with 5-year-old daughter
    Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/28/us-news/la-father-faces-murder-charge-after-fleeing-to-mexico-with-5-year-old-daughter/
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    [2026-05-29 13:09 UTC+10:00] [Australian media] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Guardian Australia
    Title: ABC boss a master of silence amid scrutiny on news chief’s departure | Weekly Beast
    Snippet: Was the resignation of Justin Stevens leaked to the press? Plus: 7.30 is safe despite speculation it faces axe
    Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/may/29/weekly-beast-abc-boss-hugh-marks-scrutiny-on-head-of-news-justin-stevens-resignation
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    [2026-05-29 13:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: BBC News
    Title: Moment Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in Florida
    Snippet: A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night.
    Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cvgz0pdg32mo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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    [2026-05-29 13:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad during ‘hotfire test’
    Snippet: Jeff Bezos’ space venture suffers a major setback in Florida after New Glenn rocket ‘anomaly’
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3355248/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-launch-pad-during-hotfire-test?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 13:02 UTC+10:00] [SpaceX] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad during ‘hotfire test’
    Snippet: Jeff Bezos’ space venture suffers a major setback in Florida after New Glenn rocket ‘anomaly’
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3355248/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-launch-pad-during-hotfire-test
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    [2026-05-29 13:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China launches first green bond sale in Hong Kong, aiming to raise US$886 million
    Snippet: Country looking to issue offshore sovereign green bonds and tap global capital to invest in green development
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3355247/china-launches-first-green-bond-sale-hong-kong-aiming-raise-us886-million?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 13:01 UTC+10:00] [sovereign green bond framework] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China launches first green bond sale in Hong Kong, aiming to raise US$886 million
    Snippet: Country looking to issue offshore sovereign green bonds and tap global capital to invest in green development
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3355247/china-launches-first-green-bond-sale-hong-kong-aiming-raise-us886-million
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    [2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [World Cup 2026] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Guardian Australia
    Title: NZ and Iran in World Cup limbo with LA story about more than football
    Snippet: Uncertainty has clouded the All Whites and Team Melli’s group stage opener to be held in Los Angeles on 15 June
    Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/may/29/fifa-world-cup-football-group-stage-new-zealand-iran
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    [2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China unveils AI system to automate satellite targeting and surveillance
    Snippet: Researchers say their AI ‘brain plus tool army’ cuts analysis time and overcomes obstacles without human intervention
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3355215/china-unveils-ai-system-automate-satellite-targeting-and-surveillance?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [Air Target Agent System] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: China unveils AI system to automate satellite targeting and surveillance
    Snippet: Researchers say their AI ‘brain plus tool army’ cuts analysis time and overcomes obstacles without human intervention
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3355215/china-unveils-ai-system-automate-satellite-targeting-and-surveillance
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    [2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The National (UAE)
    Title: Broth, bargain hunting and cutbacks: How Iranians cope with 'inflation despair’ | The National
    Snippet: Amir used to enjoy visiting the Symposium Restaurant, a smart outlet in northern Tehran serving French-style patisserie and pasta alfredo alongside live music performances.
    Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/05/29/broth-bargain-hunting-and-cutbacks-how-iranians-cope-with-inflation-despair/
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    [2026-05-29 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Zero Hedge
    Title: "Approaching Unheard Of Inventory Levels": Exxon, Chevron Issue Apocalyptic Warning About What Happens Next To Oil
    Snippet: Just about two months ago, JPMorgan did the math on "How Long Before The World Hits Crude Oil Operational Minimum." The punchline was that while the market can hold hundreds of millions of barrels, it would still become fragile once working stocks fell too low. Like blood pressure in the human body, the issue is circulation.
    Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/approaching-unheard-inventory-levels-chevron-exxon-issue-apocalyptic-warning-about-what
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    [2026-05-29 12:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Breaking: Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad during test
    Snippet: Fri 29 May 2026 at 12:56pm
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/blue-origin-rocket-explodes-during-test-jeff-bezos/106737482
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    [2026-05-29 12:55 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: I-dle among “30 Under 30 Asia” chosen by Forbes
    Snippet: Girl group I-dle made the “30 Under 30 Asia” list this year in Forbes magazine, published Wednesday in the US.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10758729
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    [2026-05-29 12:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: One of LA’s oldest restaurants fighting to stay open as it faces staggering repair costs
    Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/28/us-news/cielito-lindo-seeking-financial-support-from-the-public/
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    [2026-05-29 12:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: PH, JICA to boost development cooperation
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) President Tanaka Akihiko to further strengthen Philippines-Japan cooperation on infrastructure, healthcare, climate action, and peace and development initiatives in Mindanao.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/29/news/ph-jica-to-boost-development-cooperation/2354291
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    [2026-05-29 12:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Big fuel price rollback likely next week
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Motorists may get relief from lower fuel prices next week, with diesel and gasoline pump prices seen to decline sharply as global oil prices eased amid developments in the Middle East war, local oil industry sources said.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/29/business/big-fuel-price-rollback-likely-next-week/2354280
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    [2026-05-29 12:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Nithya Raman roasted by community group with ‘No BBQ’ flyers in her own backyard
    Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/28/us-news/nithya-raman-roasted-by-community-group-with-no-bbq-flyers-in-her-own-backyard/
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    [2026-05-29 12:48 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Riize floats another teaser for 2nd EP
    Snippet: Riize gave fans another glimpse at its upcoming second EP with a teaser video released Friday through label SM Entertainment.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10758727
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    [2026-05-29 12:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: KPMG boss quits amid auditing scandal
    Snippet: Topic:Corporate Governance
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/kpmg-boss-resigns-over-mishandled-whistleblower-allegations/106737180
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    [2026-05-29 12:45 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: 9News
    Title: Millions in one state to suddenly pay for trains, buses and trams again
    Snippet: Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.
    Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/free-public-transport-victoria-when-it-ends-and-what-you-need-to-know/672e8cb7-ff15-4f43-b97a-48b69120a879
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    [2026-05-29 12:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Choi Min-sik returns to TV with Netflix's 'Notes from the Last Row'
    Snippet: Adaptation of the Spanish hit play 'The Boy in the Last Row' to pair the veteran with rising actor Choi Hyun-wook
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10758709
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    [2026-05-29 12:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Centralian Eisteddfod seeking funding support as costs reach $35,000
    Snippet: Topic:Performing Arts
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/risings-costs-threaten-eisteddfods-across-australia/106736408
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    [2026-05-29 12:41 UTC+10:00] [TV streaming] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: Guardian Australia
    Title: Off Campus is a global hit because it is a perfect, horny show, and I won’t hear a word against it | Anna Spargo-Ryan
    Snippet: Much like Heated Rivalry, the romantic drama is tender and honest – and so goddamn sexy I tried to provide my age verification
    Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/may/29/off-campus-tv-show-series-prime-video-global-hit
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    [2026-05-29 12:38 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Alpha Drive One hits Japan charts
    Snippet: Alpha Drive One’s latest single “No School Tomorrow” and main track “OMG!” hit music charts in Japan high, according to its agency WakeOne Entertainment on Friday.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10758677
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    [2026-05-29 12:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: BBC News
    Title: Blue Origin rocket explodes on Florida launchpad
    Snippet: A rocket made by the company Blue Origin appears to have exploded on its launchpad in Florida during a test.
    Read full article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgzl5wd8xeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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    [2026-05-29 12:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Legendary art critic accuses NYC socialite Libbie Mugrabi of not returning nearly 100 of his cartoons worth $1K each: suit
    Snippet: See more of our coverage in your search results.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/28/us-news/legendary-art-critic-accuses-nyc-socialite-libbie-mugrabi-of-not-returning-nearly-100-of-his-cartoons-worth-1k-each-suit/
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    [2026-05-29 12:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Government defends blocking release of counter-terror documents
    Snippet: Topic:Royal Commissions
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-29/government-defends-hiding-documents-bondi-royal-commission/106736718
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    [2026-05-29 12:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: PH, Japan sign double tax convention, other deals during Marcos visit
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines —The Philippines and Japan have signed a landmark agreement on the avoidance of double taxation and several new cooperation deals covering agriculture, health, and human resource development during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s state visit to Japan.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/29/news/ph-japan-sign-double-tax-convention-other-deals-during-marcos-visit/2354288
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