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Singapore Ballet takes global stage with two sold-out Cairo showsCulture

Singapore Ballet has made its Egyptian debut with two sold-out performances at the Cairo Opera House. The engagement marks 60 years of diplomatic ties between Singapore and Egypt, with a look behind the scenes from rehearsal to performance.

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UK: Police arrest five on suspicion of preparing a terrorist actWorld4:38

Police evacuated homes near an air force base in Gloucestershire while army bomb disposal experts inspected several vehicles. Authorities called it a major incident; five men were arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act and offences under the Explosives Act. RAF Fairford is also being used by the US for strikes on Iranian missile sites targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Paramount-Warner Deal Tests Hollywood’s FutureCulture

Bloomberg entertainment reporter Lucas Shaw says Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery could reshape Hollywood. The deal also raises questions about debt, further consolidation and how two legacy media companies can grow as cable declines and streaming growth slows, while Netflix faces pressure to find new sources of expansion.

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Kennedy Center Musicians Find New StagesCulture

Uncertainty over the Kennedy Center’s renovation, possible demolition and the displacement of major performing arts groups is pushing musicians and other performers to continue their work at venues across the Washington region. Legal disputes are complicating plans for the center.

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South Africa police hunt suspects after deadly shootingsWorld

South African police are searching for suspects after more than a dozen people were killed in a shooting at a Johannesburg tavern and another 10 died in a separate incident in Cape Town.

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Alleged burglary scheme caught on cameraOther

Authorities say they are investigating an alleged fake delivery driver who they believe scouted a home before it was burglarized.

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Midterm Fight Expands Into Republican StrongholdsPolitics

Polling indicates Democrats are gaining ground ahead of the midterms, including in traditionally Republican states and districts. Abby Livingston and Ashley Koning discuss how economic concerns, farm policy and views of President Donald Trump are shaping races such as the closely contested Texas Senate campaign.

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Bill Gates says global cooperation on AI is harder than a nuclear dealTech

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says global cooperation on artificial intelligence is more difficult than reaching a nuclear agreement. He argues that AI companies’ “self-regulation” is not enough to reduce the risks they pose.

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Thai capital flooding: Police help evacuate thousands from homesWorld

Tens of thousands remain stranded in Bangkok after flooding hit the Thai capital over the weekend. Water has risen above a metre in some areas and has not receded despite a pause in the rain. The government is sending more than 10,000 troops to assist evacuations, while police help residents leave their homes.

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Iran pushes for U.S. talks as battle over Hormuz continuesWorld

Iran says diplomacy is the only way forward after President Donald Trump rejected its proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the conflict. British police investigate suspected explosives offences near a U.S. air base, Brazil seeks to keep candidates with suspected organized-crime links off the ballot, and Bentley tests wealthy buyers’ appetite for electric vehicles with a new EV launch.

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Bangkok residents rush to buy supplies as floods recedeWorld

Floodwaters in Bangkok were receding as rain eased and a low-pressure system moved west after bringing nearly 12 inches of rain. Water levels in major canals, however, remained high, prompting residents to rush to buy supplies.

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AI Safety Concerns Put Congress on the SpotTech

Democratic Rep. Don Beyer of Virginia says recent AI incidents have heightened the urgency for federal safeguards, including safety testing and mandatory reporting of serious problems involving advanced models. The bipartisan Congressional Artificial Intelligence Caucus co-chair supports a framework combining federal oversight with technical expertise from AI companies.

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