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    [2026-05-18 12:46 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Koreans who say moms should stay at home now in the minority
    Snippet: More Koreans now oppose the idea that mothers should stay home to care for their children than support it, a regular government-affiliated survey showed Monday.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10740036
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    [2026-05-18 12:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: American who was on doomed MV Hondius cruise reveals what it’s like under 42-day hantavirus quarantine
    Snippet: One of the Americans who was aboard the cruise doomed by a deadly hantavirus outbreak gave an inside look at what the strict 42-day isolation period inside the country’s top quarantine hospital is like and recalled the final days of the ill-fated voyage.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/us-news/american-who-was-on-doomed-mv-hondius-cruise-reveals-what-its-like-under-42-day-hantavirus-quarantine/
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    [2026-05-18 12:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Thousands flocked to the National Mall in Washington for an America-themed prayer rally
    Snippet: WASHINGTON (AP) -- Thousands of people streamed onto the National Mall for a daylong prayer rally Sunday billed as a "rededication of our country as One Nation under God."
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10740030
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    [2026-05-18 12:40 UTC+10:00] [Opinion] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Asia Times
    Title: America’s Taiwan gap utterly exposed at Trump-Xi summit
    Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
    Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/05/americas-taiwan-gap-utterly-exposed-at-trump-xi-summit/
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    [2026-05-18 12:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Gavin Newsom’s feud with President Trump erupts over California ‘zombie’ claim
    Snippet: The ongoing feud between President Donald Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom flared up once again Sunday — sparked by a fresh round of social media barbs — including an image of a zombie Gov.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/us-news/gavin-newsoms-feud-with-president-trump-erupts-over-california-zombie-claim/
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    [2026-05-18 12:37 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Lee says 1980 pro-democracy movement was reborn in thwarting 2024 martial law forces
    Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung said Monday the solidarity demonstrated during the 1980 pro-democracy movement in the southern city of Gwangju was revived in the public's efforts to thwart the 2024 martial law attempt and safeguard democracy.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10740015
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    [2026-05-18 12:36 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Free Seoul Land outing offered to 40 foreign residents
    Snippet: The Geumcheon Foreign Resident Center in Seoul is inviting international residents to enjoy a free trip to Seoul Land on Tuesday.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10740012
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    [2026-05-18 12:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Day6 to wrap up tour with three shows in Seoul
    Snippet: Day6 announced details of the final show of its "The Decade" tour via label JYP Entertainment on Monday.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10740000
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    [2026-05-18 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Hundreds of holidaymakers in limbo as travel company cancels trips
    Snippet: Topic:Travel and Tourism
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/avg-travels-cancelled-flights-china-tours/106691186
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    [2026-05-18 12:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Hindley climbs into podium contention, Giro 'not over' despite Vingegaard win
    Snippet: Topic:Road Cycle Racing
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/jonas-vingegaard-second-giro-d-italia-stage-win/106691924
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    [2026-05-18 12:26 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Gangdong center offers acupuncture, cupping session at no cost
    Snippet: Foreign residents looking to relieve stress, muscle tension or fatigue may want to check out a free traditional Korean medicine clinic hosted by the Gangdong Foreign Resident Center on Saturday.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739968
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    [2026-05-18 12:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Seoul officials discuss response to USTR trade probe, EU's steel safeguard plan
    Snippet: The government convened a regular trade promotion meeting Monday to discuss South Korea's pending trade issues with the United States, the European Union and other economic partners, the trade ministry said.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739959
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    [2026-05-18 12:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Kiwi couple finds live frog in bag of Woolworths lettuce in remote WA town
    Snippet: Mon 18 May 2026 at 12:24pm
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/frog-salad-esperance-woolworths-new-zealand-couple/106691336
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    [2026-05-18 12:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Talks to get the largest US commuter rail system running again continue as morning commute looms
    Snippet: NEW YORK — With the first morning commute looming, negotiators were working into the night Sunday to try to end a strike that has shut down the Long Island Rail Road, North America’s largest commuter rail system.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/18/world/talks-to-get-the-largest-us-commuter-rail-system-running-again-continue-as-morning-commute-looms/2345802
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    [2026-05-18 12:23 UTC+10:00] [News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Michael West Media
    Title: Aussie shares tumble as bonds sell-off and oil soars
    Snippet: May 18, 2026 12:23 | News
    Read full article: https://michaelwest.com.au/aussie-shares-tumble-as-bonds-sell-off-and-oil-soars/
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    [2026-05-18 12:21 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Unification white paper pivots to peaceful coexistence with N. Korea
    Snippet: The Lee Jae Myung government has shifted its focus to peaceful coexistence with North Korea, rather than pressure and confrontation, the unification ministry's white paper showed Monday, striking a markedly different tone from its predecessor.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739940
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    [2026-05-18 12:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Zonta International members gather in Seoul to discuss women’s leadership
    Snippet: Members of Zonta International, a global women’s service organization, gathered in Seoul to discuss ways to expand advocacy, education and leadership programs for women and girls.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739934
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    [2026-05-18 12:20 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: [Breaking] Samsung wins partial injunction against unions ahead of strike
    Snippet: Court mandates normal operations for critical chip production facilities during strike
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739931
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    [2026-05-18 12:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: In Ansan, Muslims sometimes gather outdoors to pray -- backlash follows every time
    Snippet: Outdoor group prayers during holidays spark resident complaints and online criticism
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739923
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    [2026-05-18 12:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 7
    Snippet: Israeli strikes killed seven people in Lebanon on Sunday, including an Islamic Jihad commander, Lebanese authorities and state media said, despite a fragile ceasefire as Hezbollah called US-brokered talks between the two countries a "dead end."
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739921
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    [2026-05-18 12:17 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Babymonster amasses 12m subscribers on YouTube
    Snippet: Babymonster hit 12 million subscribers on YouTube as of Sunday, surpassing the milestone in the fastest time since debut for a K-pop girl group, at two years and two months, label YG Entertainment said Monday.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739919
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    [2026-05-18 12:17 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: US weighs drone threat from Cuba: report
    Snippet: Cuba has obtained more than 300 military drones and recently began discussing plans to use them to attack the US base at Guantanamo Bay, US military vessels and possibly even Florida, Axios reported Sunday, citing classified intelligence.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739918
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    [2026-05-18 12:14 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Sinner becomes 1st Italian man to win Italian Open in 50 years and matches Djokovic's Masters sweep
    Snippet: ROME (AP) -- Italian tennis fans had waited for this moment for a half century.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739915
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    [2026-05-18 12:12 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Aaron Rai runs away with the PGA Championship, first English-born winner in more than a century
    Snippet: NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pennsylvania (AP) -- Aaron Rai shifted into high gear Sunday and pulled away from a world-class field with one amazing shot after another until he became the first English-born player in more than a century to capture the PGA Championship.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739911
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    [2026-05-18 12:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
    Source: CNBC
    Title: China's April economic data underwhelms, with retail sales growth slowing to lowest since 2022
    Snippet: China's economy stumbled in April with consumption, industrial output and investment growth missing expectations as the fallout from the Iran war dampened momentum in the world's second-largest economy.
    Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/18/china-april-retail-sales-industrial-output-investment-unemployment-iran-war.html
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    [2026-05-18 12:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Arkansas man allegedly threatened to carry out mass shooting at Walmart if hantavirus outbreak caused lockdown
    Snippet: An Arkansas man allegedly threatened to shoot up his local Walmart if the ongoing hantavirus outbreak were to prompt a lockdown like the one caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/us-news/arkansas-man-allegedly-threatened-mass-shooting-at-walmart-if-hantavirus-outbreak-caused-lockdown/
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    [2026-05-18 12:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: CNBC
    Title: White House touts deals on soybeans and rare earths after Trump-Xi summit, while China talks up tariff cuts
    Snippet: BEIJING — China has agreed to buy U.S. soybeans and address American access to rare earths, the White House said Sunday, touting some of the most tangible outcomes so far from a high-profile bilateral summit last week.
    Read full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/18/us-china-announce-deals-after-trump-xi-summit.html
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    [2026-05-18 12:10 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Samsung Electronics, union resume wage talks as major strike nears
    Snippet: Samsung Electronics Co. and its largest labor union resumed government-led wage mediation talks Monday in a last-ditch effort to avert a strike at the world's largest memory chipmaker.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739907
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    [2026-05-18 12:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: Got K-pop moves? This Seoul dance contest could be for you
    Snippet: Foreign residents and international students with a passion for K-pop dance are being invited to compete in this year’s “K-Pop Vibe Seoul” dance competition at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in July.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739901
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    [2026-05-18 12:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South Korea
    Title: Samsung Electronics, union resume wage talks as major strike nears
    Snippet: SEOUL, May 18 (Yonhap) -- Samsung Electronics Co. and its largest labor union resumed government-led wage mediation talks Monday in a last-ditch effort to avert a strike at the world's largest memory chipmaker.
    Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260518004700320
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    [2026-05-18 12:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Taiwan’s leader defends US arms purchases that Trump called 'bargaining chip'
    Snippet: TAIPEI — Taiwan’s leader on Sunday stressed that arms purchases from the United States are "the most important deterrent” of regional conflict and instability, after President Donald Trump called into question continued US support of Taiwan following his visit to China.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/18/world/asia-oceania/taiwans-leader-defends-us-arms-purchases-that-trump-called-bargaining-chip/2345793
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    [2026-05-18 12:02 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: 9News
    Title: Casual work booms, full-time jobs fall as economy squeezed
    Snippet: Auto news: These are Australia's safest roads.
    Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/economy-casual-work-booms-fulltime-jobs-fall-as-economy-squeezed/88b61033-2027-4110-9482-b0d250c45fb7
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    [2026-05-18 12:00 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: Man fined after jumping in Trevi Fountain
    Snippet: Products & ServicesOpen Products & Services section
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/man-fined-after-jumping-in-trevi-fountain-20260518-p5zy9g.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-18 11:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Person dies after north Canberra unit gutted by fire
    Snippet: Mon 18 May 2026 at 11:58am
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/person-dies-in-unit-fire-in-north-canberra/106691162
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    [2026-05-18 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: What to know about the current Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the Congo
    Snippet: Mon 18 May 2026 at 11:56am
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/ebola-virus-explainer-where-is-it-who-/106690824
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    [2026-05-18 11:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Murder accused to remain in custody after man's death north of Bundaberg
    Snippet: Mon 18 May 2026 at 11:56am
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/court-mention-for-33yo-charged-with-murder-gooburrum-qld/106691014
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    [2026-05-18 11:54 UTC+10:00] [ASIA PACIFIC] [Factuality: 95]
    Source: The Japan Times
    Title: North Korea's Kim to bolster front-line defenses against 'arch enemy'
    Snippet: Seoul – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called on top military officials to bolster front-line units and turn the country's southern border into an "impregnable fortress," state media reported Monday.
    Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/18/asia-pacific/politics/north-korea-kim-front-line-defenses/
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    [2026-05-18 11:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Middle East Eye
    Title: Lebanese and Kuwaiti leaders discuss regional tensions
    Snippet: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun spoke with Kuwaiti Emir Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah about regional developments and tensions affecting their countries, according to the National News Agency.
    Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/lebanese-and-kuwaiti-leaders-discuss-regional-tensions
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    [2026-05-18 11:50 UTC+10:00] [World / Europe] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: The Age
    Title: ‘Our country is falling apart’: Meeting the far right on London’s divided streets
    Snippet: You have reached your maximum number of saved items.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/europe/our-country-is-falling-apart-meeting-the-far-right-on-london-s-divided-streets-20260517-p5zxxf.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-18 11:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Al Jazeera
    Title: How ISWAP and Boko Haram are reshaping the Lake Chad Basin
    Snippet: Abuja, Nigeria – The killing of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the second-in-command of ISIL (ISIS), by United States and Nigerian forces marks a notable achievement for “counterterrorism”. Yet for analysts observing the Lake Chad Basin, it highlights how persistent and complex insecurity in the region has become.
    Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/18/how-iswap-and-boko-haram-are-reshaping-the-lake-chad-basin
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    [2026-05-18 11:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: DOH ready for Ebola outbreak
    Snippet: MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday said it is “ready and on alert” for the possible entry of the Ebola virus in the country.
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/18/news/doh-ready-for-ebola-outbreak/2345792
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    [2026-05-18 11:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Neymar goes ballistic on ref after ‘inexplicable error’ with star’s World Cup fate hanging in balance
    Snippet: Brazilian soccer star Neymar became irate during a club match Sunday after an officiating error forced him out of the contest.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/sports/neymar-goes-ballistic-on-ref-after-inexplicable-error-on-substitution/
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    [2026-05-18 11:40 UTC+10:00] [Property / News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: Marathon auction stretches into record-breaking sale
    Snippet: By the time the hammer finally fell, the crowd had long gone, most of the agents had packed up and just two buyers were left standing.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/marathon-auction-stretches-into-record-breaking-sale-20260518-p5zxyz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-18 11:32 UTC+10:00] [WORLD] [Factuality: 95]
    Source: The Japan Times
    Title: Cuba says U.S. fabricating pretext for conflict after report on drone purchase
    Snippet: HAVANA – Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez accused the U.S. on Sunday of fabricating a "fraudulent case" to justify economic sanctions and potential military intervention.
    Read full article: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/18/world/politics/cuba-us-axios-drone-threat/
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    [2026-05-18 11:31 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Korea Herald
    Title: US senator loses primary bid to Trump-backed challenger
    Snippet: A US senator from Louisiana bidding for a third term has lost his Republican primary, in the latest demonstration of US President Donald Trump's hold over his party.
    Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10739854
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    [2026-05-18 11:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Miles declares 'a win is a win' as Labor squeaks by in by-election
    Snippet: Topic:State and Territory Elections
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/queensland-stafford-by-election-analysis-miles/106689758
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    [2026-05-18 11:31 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: 9News
    Title: Sydney council doubles down on parking metre proposal despite protests
    Snippet: Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?
    Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/randwick-city-council-doubles-down-on-parking-metre-proposal-despite-protests/452cbea7-5a36-40de-a0c8-4272dca1f1bd
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    [2026-05-18 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Property / News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: What tax changes? Seven investors vie for $1.95 million Sydney house
    Snippet: Seven investors descended on a St Marys auction on Saturday, where a three-bedroom house with two kitchens, several living areas and sheds sold for $1.95 million, or $50,000 below its $2 million reserve.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/property/news/what-tax-changes-seven-investors-vie-for-1-95-million-sydney-house-20260518-p5zxyw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-05-18 11:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: New Vegas odds on the California Governor’s race favor one candidate and it’s not even close
    Snippet: New Vegas betting odds heavily favor former Biden Cabinet official Xavier Becerra in California’s crowded governor’s race — and it’s not even close.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/17/us-news/2026-california-governors-race-odds-favorites-amid-primary-push/
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    [2026-05-18 11:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: Church warns 'everything's on the table' as redress bill continues to climb
    Snippet: Topic:Child Sexual Abuse
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-18/anglican-church-redress-80-million-dollars/106691270
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