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US embassy in Tripoli denies report of planned relocation of Palestinians to Libya
TRIPOLI, May 18 (Reuters) - The U.S. embassy in Libya denied on Sunday a report that the U.S. government was working on a plan to relocate Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Libya.On Thurdsay, NBC News said the Trump administration is working on a plan to permanently relocate as many as one million...Reuters
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Austria wins Eurovision crown with JJ's song Wasted Love
By John Revill BASEL, Switzerland, May 18 (Reuters) - Austria won the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Swiss host city Basel on Saturday, with the country's first victory since bearded drag queen Conchita Wurst won in 2014. Operatic singer JJ won ahead of Israel in the world's big...Reuters
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Austria wins Eurovision final in Switzerland
BASEL, Switzerland, May 18 (Reuters) - Austria won the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Swiss host city Basel on Saturday, with the country's first victory since bearded drag queen Conchita Wurst won in 2014.Operatic singer JJ won just ahead of Israel in the world's biggest music competition ...Reuters
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EXCLUSIVE-Some Chinese companies eye Singapore listings to expand markets amid trade war
At least five Chinese and Hong Kong firms eye listings on SGXChinese firms eye Singapore listings to expand in Southeast AsiaSingapore bourse hosted 4 IPOs in 2024, versus 71 in Hong Kong SGX says listings to provide Chinese firms 'gateway' to world By Yantoultra Ngui SINGAPORE, May 18...Reuters
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Israel airstrike kills at least 24 in Gaza as mediators host ceasefire talks
CAIRO, May 18 (Reuters) - An Israeli airstrike killed at least 24 Palestinians in a tent encampment housing displaced families in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, local health authorities said on Sunday, as mediators hosted a new round of talks between Israel and Hamas.Israel expanded its mil...Reuters
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Soccer-Crystal Palace's Eze seals historic FA Cup final win against Man City
Eze scores only goal at Wembley in F.A. Cup finalPalace claim first major trophy in club historyDefeat caps disappointing season for Guardiola's sideBy Martyn HermanLONDON, May 17 (Reuters) - Crystal Palace stunned Manchester City 1-0 in the FA Cup final on Saturday to win the first major trophy...Reuters
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Bomb explodes near California fertility clinic, killing one
By Jasper Ward and Timothy GardnerMay 17 (Reuters) - A bomb exploded near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, California on Saturday, killing one person, the city's mayor said.The bomb was either in or near a car parked outside of the clinic when it exploded, Mayor Ron deHarte said. ...Reuters
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Canada PM Carney reaffirms support for Ukraine in first meeting with Zelenskiy
TORONTO, May 17 (Reuters) - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday reaffirmed the country's support for Ukraine in his first face-to-face meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy since winning the election. "Canadian people will stand in steadfast and unwavering support ...Reuters
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REFILE-Danone's Oikos yogurt brand enters protein shake market
By Jessica DiNapoli NEW YORK, May 16 (Reuters) - Danone DANO.PA introduced a new protein shake under its Oikos yogurt brand this week as rivals Fairlife and Chobani that have similar products gain popularity with consumers and those taking weight-loss drugs such as Wegovy.The company is looking t...Reuters
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REUTERS NEWS SCHEDULE AT 10 p.m. GMT/6 a.m. SGT
Here are the top stories and upcoming coverage plans for Reuters text service as of 10 p.m. GMT/6 a.m. SGT. For a full schedule of news and events, go to our editorial calendar on Reuters Connect.TOP STORIESGLOBALUKRAINE-CRISIS/Trump to speak to Russian, Ukrainian leaders on Monday after talks in Tu...Reuters
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Mexican security forces kill 12, arrest 9 in raid on alleged gang site
MEXICO CITY, May 17 (Reuters) - Mexican security forces detained nine alleged members of a criminal group and killed 12 others in an operation in a rural part of southwestern Mexico on Saturday, Mexico's Security Ministry said.In a post on social media, Security Minister Omar Harfuch confirmed t...Reuters
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Golf-Scheffler, Rahm and Vegas in three-way share of Quail Hollow lead
By Frank PingueCHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 17 (Reuters) - Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm and Jhonattan Vegas shared the PGA Championship lead midway through the third round on Saturday at Quail Hollow Club where U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau was among three players sitting one shot back.Worl...Reuters
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Basketball-Cloud nine: Liberty's new guard dazzles in New York debut
By Amy Tennery NEW YORK, May 17 (Reuters) - Natasha Cloud made a dream debut with the Liberty on Saturday, helping power the defending champions past their old foes Las Vegas Aces 92-78 in front of a packed house at New York's season opener.A gritty defender with exceptional speed, Cloud was ...Reuters
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Bomb explodes near California reproductive health facility, killing one, mayor says
May 17 (Reuters) - A bomb exploded near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, California, resulting in the death of one person, Mayor Ron DeHarte told Reuters on Saturday.The Palm Springs City government said in a Facebook post that an explosion occurred before 11 a.m. PDT (1800 GMT). "...Reuters
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Microsoft's Layoffs Come As The Company Is Racing To Automate Various Roles With AI - The Information
May 17 (Reuters) - MICROSOFT’S LAYOFFS COME AS THE COMPANY IS RACING TO AUTOMATE VARIOUS ROLES WITH AI - THE INFORMATIONMICROSOFT’S AUTOMATION IS PART OF A STRATEGY TO SELL THE SAME AI TO CUSTOMERS - THE INFORMATIONMICROSOFT IS DEVELOPING A HELP AGENT TO HANDLE CUSTOMER SUPPORT - THE INFORMATIONSour...Reuters
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Kristen Stewart's directorial debut at Cannes leaves her feeling like a proud parent
Adapted from memoir on escaping abuse through swimmingImogen Poots praised for performance Film competes in Un Certain Regard art-house section By Hanna Rantala and Miranda Murray CANNES, France, May 17 (Reuters) - Kristen Stewart said on Saturday that making her directorial debut with "The C...Reuters
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Families of 737 MAX crash victims to object to deal allowing Boeing to avoid prosecution
Agreement would prevent Boeing from being branded convicted felonBoeing faces scrutiny from FAA after MAX 9 emergency incidentBy David Shepardson WASHINGTON, May 17 (Reuters) - Families of some of the 346 people killed in two fatal Boeing 737 MAX crashes plan to object to a tentative nonprosecuti...Reuters
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Basketball-Cloud nine: Liberty's new guard dazzles in New York debut
By Amy TenneryNEW YORK, May 17 (Reuters) - Natasha Cloud made a stunning debut with the Liberty on Saturday, helping power the defending champions past their old foes Las Vegas Aces 92-78 in front of a packed house at New York's season opener.A gritty defender with exceptional speed, Cloud was e...Reuters
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WRAPUP 4-Trump to speak to Russian, Ukrainian leaders on Monday after talks in Turkey
Trump to speak to Putin, Zelenskiy, wants end to 'bloodbath'Russian conditions go further than US proposal, source saysKremlin says negotiations need to remain privateRussia's Lavrov notes 'positive role' of U.S. in talksMoscow says Putin could meet Zelenskiy if agreement is reac...Reuters
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Golf-PGA of America weighs after McIlroy's driver reportedly ruled non-conforming
By Frank PingueCHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 17 (Reuters) - The PGA of America said on Saturday that finding driver heads that are non-conforming is not unusual and they have no concerns about player intent after Masters champion Rory McIlroy reportedly ran afoul of the rule at the PGA Championshi...Reuters
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Gaza ceasefire talks resume as Israeli assault kills hundreds in 72 hours
By May Angel and Nidal al-Mughrabi JERUSALEM/CAIRO, May 17 (Reuters) - Israel and Hamas resumed ceasefire talks on Saturday in Qatar, both sides said, even as Israeli forces ramped up a bombing campaign that has killed hundreds of people over 72 hours, and mobilised for a massive new ground a...Reuters
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Tennis-Home favourite Paolini downs Gauff to clinch Italian Open
ROME, Italy, May 17 (Reuters) - Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years when she beat American world number three Coco Gauff 6-4 6-2 in the final on Saturday.It was Paolini's biggest claycourt title and her second 1000-level crown, with the 29-year-old ...Reuters
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Republicans split on US credit downgrade as party's tax bill lingers
Some Republicans blame rating change on politicsOthers see downgrade as need of spending cutsParty's tax bill stalled after Friday failed voteBy Bo Erickson WASHINGTON, May 17 (Reuters) - Moody's downgrade of the U.S. sovereign credit rating has elicited mixed responses among Republicans ...Reuters
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Japanese agent injured by falling palm tree at Cannes Film Festival
CANNES, France, May 17 (Reuters) - The agent for an actor in the Japanese film "Brand New Landscape" was injured by a falling palm tree on Cannes Film Festival's crowded Croisette Boulevard on Saturday afternoon, according to local authorities and festival organisers. The man is still in...Reuters
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Tennis-Home favourite Paolini downs Gauff to clinch Italian Open
ROME, Italy, May 17 (Reuters) - Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years when she beat American world number three Coco Gauff 6-4 6-2 in the final on Saturday.It was Paolini's biggest clay-court title and her second 1000-level crown, with the 29-year-old...Reuters
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