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US lifts restrictions on powerful AI models Fable, Mythos, Anthropic says
AI firm says it will begin restoring access to Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 after removal of export controls.
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Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal
Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.
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Who is leading the race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot award?
Argentina's Messi is level on goals with France's Mbappe as World Cup favourites look to power through the knockouts.
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Algeria to vote in test of post-Hirak political landscape
Algeria holds legislative elections amid debates over reform, turnout and political stability.
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LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season
After eight years at the LA Lakers, James's next destination will be decided in NBA's imminent free agency period.
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Iran leaves World Cup with warm send-off from Mexican fans
Mexican fans gathered in Tijuana to bid farewell to Iran's national football team before the squad departed
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North Korea’s Kim hails ‘unshakeable will’ to develop ties with China’s Xi
Kim Jong Un has sent Xi Jinping a congratulatory message to mark the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.
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Mbappe, Deschamps break World Cup records in Sweden thrashing
With his fifth and sixth goals at the tournament, Mbappe pulls even with Messi in the Golden Boot race.
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Mexican fans keep Ecuador’s team awake before World Cup showdown
Mexican fans gathered outside Ecuador’s team hotel using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to disturb their rest.
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Iran war live: Qatar’s PM meets US envoys, Tehran holds firm on conditions
Iran says talks on a final deal will not begin until hostilities end in Lebanon and US releases frozen Iranian funds.
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‘A rally like no other’: Trump announces 2026 Republican midterm convention
The Republican Party is hoping to retain control of both chambers of Congress in November's midterm elections.
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Donald Trump reports $1.4bn in cryptocurrency income in government filing
Trump has launched a slate of crypto-friendly policies since returning to the White House for a second term.