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Sigiriya lion rock, ancient fortress in Sri Lanka
An ancient rock fortress in Sri Lanka offering breathtaking views, frescoes, and a glimpse into royal history.
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Great Big Story
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Japan, Vietnam seek deeper energy, minerals ties amid geopolitical risks
By Phuong Nguyen and Thinh Nguyen HANOI, May 2 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged on Saturday to deepen ties with Vietnam, highlighting energy and critical minerals in talks
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Reuters
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Japan, Vietnam seek deeper energy, minerals ties amid geopolitical risks
By Phuong Nguyen and Thinh Nguyen HANOI, May 2 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged on Saturday to deepen ties with Vietnam, highlighting energy and critical minerals in talks
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- Technology
Kevin O'Leary Slams Bernie Sanders' China-Linked Forum, Says US Cannot Let Beijing Shape The Future Of AI: 'He's Way Offside On This'
On Friday, investor Kevin O'Leary warned that America's AI leadership and national security are at risk if Chinese researchers are allowed to help influence U.S. artificial intelligence policy. Kevin O'Leary Warns China Is outpacing The US The "Shark Tank" investor sharply criticized Sen. Bernie Sanders' (I-Vt) AI safety forum, which includes Chinese researchers among its participants. He argued that the U.S. should not give geopolitical rivals a role in shaping the future of one of the world's
3 min readBenzinga
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In Vietnam, Japan PM vows more effort to keep Asia 'free and open'
Japan's prime minister vowed Saturday to do more to ensure a "free and open Indo-Pacific", using a speech in communist Vietnam to tout a regional strategy that has long rankled neighbouring China."Therefore, increasing cooperation with Vietnam is extremely important for the realisation and progress of (a) free and open Indo-Pacific".
3 min readAFP
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IPL 2026 winner odds & latest betting: Who will win Indian Premier League this season?
Explore the latest IPL 2026 winner odds and betting insights. We take a look at the favorites to win the Indian Premier League 2026.
3 min readThe Sporting News
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Japan PM meets top Vietnam leaders in Hanoi
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met top Vietnamese leaders in Hanoi on Saturday, inking multiple agreements ahead of a speech where she is expected to lay out her vision for a "free and open" Asia-Pacific region.The two countries agreed to work more closely on "economic security including energy, important mineral resources, artificial intelligence, semiconductors and space", Takaichi said after meeting Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.
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Today's match in IPL 2026: Schedule, times and venue for Indian Premier League cricket on Weekend, May 2 and 3
Check out the IPL 2026 points table, fixtures and where this week's matches are being held across India.
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Asian needle ants deliver 'ghost' stings that can hospitalize — here's how to identify them
These ants, which like to nest in wooded areas instead of creating ant hills, are rapidly becoming "medical pests."
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The Cool Down
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IPL 2026: Suryakumar Yadav's batting woes hit struggling Mumbai Indians
The Indian 'Clasico' between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians holds little playoff significance, but is crucial for individual players like Suryakumar Yadav. Facing a poor IPL season, Yadav's form is under scrutiny, with his ambition of leading India to the 2028 Olympics potentially at risk. Coach Mahela Jayawardene defended his player, highlighting his talent and past brilliance.
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Willow Sports
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China Patent Ruling On Microsoft Interfaces Weighed Against Valuation Upside
China’s Supreme People’s Court is reviewing a high profile patent dispute involving Microsoft’s user interface technology. The case follows multiple unsuccessful attempts by Microsoft to invalidate the patent at lower courts. The outcome could affect Windows and Surface products in China and influence how software and interface patents are treated for global tech firms. Chinese IP authorities have highlighted the case for its legal significance, drawing both domestic and international...
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Naoya Inoue Vs. Junto Nakatani Full Card: Ringwalk Times
Inoue vs. Nakatani ringwalk times, full fight card, DAZN broadcast details, and everything you need for the all-Japanese undisputed super bantamweight title showdown.
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Forbes
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How Investors May Respond To Ecolab (ECL) Strong Q1 Results And New Korea Bioprocessing Lab
In late April 2026, Ecolab reported higher first-quarter revenue of US$4,066.1 million and net income of US$432.6 million, while Ecolab Life Sciences opened its first Asian Bioprocessing Applications Lab in Dongtan, Korea to support local biopharmaceutical process development. This combination of expanding bioprocessing capabilities in a major biosimilars hub and higher earnings adds weight to Ecolab’s life sciences and high-tech growth focus. We’ll now examine how the new Korea...
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- Entertainment
Asian Comedy Fest brings 70-plus AAPI performers to NYC with proceeds supporting immigrant services
Asian Comedy Fest will return to New York City from May 5 to May 7 for its seventh year, bringing more than 70 Asian and Pacific Islander performers to Sugar Mouse in Manhattan. Proceeds from the six-show festival will support Immigration Social Services, a nonprofit that has served immigrant families in Manhattan’s Chinatown and Lower East Side for more than 50 years. Featured performers include Aaron Chen, Youngmi Mayer, Sureni Weerasekera, James Tom, Kathleen Kim, Mic Nguyen, Michael Cruz Kayne, Adam Mamawala and Asian AF.
2 min readNextShark
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Chinese court rules it illegal to replace workers with AI purely to cut costs
"Progress is good, but not if it leaves workers behind."
2 min read The Cool Down
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Is Chery Automobile (SEHK:9973) Offering Value After Recent Share Price Volatility
If you are wondering whether Chery Automobile's current share price fairly reflects its potential, the starting point is to understand what the market is pricing in today. Recently, the stock has been choppy, with a 7.7% decline over the last week, a 3.7% gain over the last 30 days, and a 4.6% decline year to date from a last close of HK$28.82. These moves have arrived alongside ongoing interest in the Hong Kong auto sector and continuing attention on how Chinese automakers are positioned in...
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7 people displaced by apartment fire in Phoenix
Crews were called to the complex in the area of 71st Avenue and Indian School Road around 7:45 p.m. for reports of a fire, according to the Phoenix Fire Department. When they arrived, crews found smoke and fire coming from a unit on the second floor of a two-story apartment building.
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KPNX
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36 AAPI-Owned Snacks, Drinks, and Staples We Can’t Stop Buying
Spices, snacks, drinks, and more. We've got all of your food cravings covered with these Asian American and Pacific Islander-Owned food and drink brands.
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Good Housekeeping
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Where to Watch Naoya Inoue vs. Junto Nakatani Boxing Live Online
In a title bout for the undisputed super bantamweight (junior featherweight) championship, Japanese fighter Naoya Inoue takes on fellow Japanese boxer Junto Nakatani in a 12-round match. What’s on the line? Inoue’s IBF, WBC and WBO World Super Bantam title belts. At the end of the contest, one of these fighters will have both titles …
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Variety
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Arbitrum Faces Restraining Order as North Korea Victims Target Seized KelpDAO Funds
Victims of North Korean terror, awarded hundreds of millions by a U.S. court, are now seeking to recover their damages from Arbitrum.
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Bankless
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K-pop’s BTS comeback tour rallies South Korea’s global ‘soft power’ drive
K-pop sensations BTS ignited a wave of interest in South Korean culture that now extends from food to cosmetics.
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Al Jazeera
