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Verdict expected in trial of German far-right firebrand

Verdict expected in trial of German far-right firebrand

One of Germany's most controversial politicians from the far-right AfD party on Tuesday faces a court verdict on whether he deliberately used a Nazi slogan at a rally.

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Students, activists, entertainers: Minecraft's global appeal

Students, activists, entertainers: Minecraft's global appeal

Since the first version of Minecraft was released to the public 15 years ago, the block-based world-building game has become a global phenomenon.

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Asian traders bide their time ahead of key US inflation data

Asian traders bide their time ahead of key US inflation data

Asian investors shifted cautiously Tuesday ahead of the release of key US inflation data that could have a huge bearing on the fate of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year.

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New Caledonia announces curfew after riots over voting reforms

New Caledonia announces curfew after riots over voting reforms

New Caledonia announced a night-time curfew Tuesday and a ban on public gatherings after protests against proposed voting reforms in the French Pacific territory erupted into overnight riots, with vehicles torched and shops looted.

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A 13-year fight for justice in Philippine activist's murder

A 13-year fight for justice in Philippine activist's murder

When Philippine environmental activist and radio host Gerry Ortega was shot dead on the tropical island of Palawan, his family and friends believed there was enough damning evidence to convict the alleged mastermind.

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Celtics hold off depleted Cavs to take 3-1 NBA series lead

Celtics hold off depleted Cavs to take 3-1 NBA series lead

The Boston Celtics fought off a spirited challenge from short-handed Cleveland Monday, beating the Cavaliers 109-102 to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their NBA Eastern Conference semi-final series.

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Indonesia flood death toll rises to 50 with 27 missing

Indonesia flood death toll rises to 50 with 27 missing

Rescuers recovered more bodies on Tuesday after flash floods and cold lava flow on Indonesia's Sumatra island over the weekend killed at least 50 people and left another 27 missing, the country's disaster agency said.

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Tyson says comeback at 57 was 'no-brainer'

Tyson says comeback at 57 was 'no-brainer'

Former heavyweight king Mike Tyson said Monday his decision to step back into the ring at the age of 57 was a "no-brainer", brushing off recent criticism that he was too old to make a comeback.

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No.1 Scheffler, a new dad, hits Valhalla for PGA Championship

No.1 Scheffler, a new dad, hits Valhalla for PGA Championship

New dad Scottie Scheffler arrived at Valhalla on Monday afternoon and began practice for the 106th PGA Championship, searching for his third major title and fifth triumph in six starts.

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Anthropic AI assistant 'Claude' arrives in Europe

Anthropic AI assistant 'Claude' arrives in Europe

Anthropic on Monday announced that its artificial intelligence assistant "Claude" is available in Europe after launching in the United States earlier this year.

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