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- China carries out execution of man convicted of poisoning gaming tycoon Lin Qi
- EU lawmakers oppose new Commission rule limiting data centre environmental ratings
- EU to prevent new member states from acquiring veto rights amid enlargement push
- US launches new strikes on Iran, targeting missile sites and naval forces
- Taiwan’s economy grows significantly due to AI, but benefits are unevenly shared
- Biden files lawsuit against Justice Department to halt release of audio files
- Knife robberies decline in hotspot areas as policing efforts intensify
- Drones crash near crowds during light show at Sydney Harbour, prompting cancellations
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Xu Yao has been sentenced to death for the murder of Lin Qi, the founder of Yoozoo Games, after poisoning him in December 2020.
Taiwan’s economy is experiencing rapid growth, with GDP rising 8.63% in 2025 and 13.69% in early 2026, driven largely by semiconductor exports. However, concerns are growing about wealth inequality, as many outside the tech sector feel overlooked amid the AI boom’s benefits.
Dozens of drones crashed during a Vivid Sydney light show, prompting the cancellation of upcoming drone displays due to safety concerns following a communication glitch.
During a significant anti-government rally in Belgrade, Serbia, on March 15, 2025, attendees reported hearing a frightening sound that caused panic and chaos among the crowd. Witnesses described the noise as a “whiz” lasting a few seconds, which prompted many to flee the area.
Turkish protests continue for the sixth consecutive day following the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, leading to a crackdown that has seen over 1,400 arrests, including seven journalists.
Prince Harry has resigned as patron of Sentebale, a charity he co-founded to support children in southern Africa, amid a governance dispute within the organisation.
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Sussex head coach Paul Farbrace advocates for a restructuring of the men’s county game, emphasising a focus on cricketing needs rather than financial pressures, following a significant financial boost from the Hundred.
The King and Queen’s state visit to the Vatican has been postponed as Pope Francis recovers from pneumonia, according to Buckingham Palace.
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