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AseanPlus News
Chinese scientists develop AI model to push deep-space exploration

Chinese researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model for astronomical imaging that significantly enhances scientists' ability to peer into the deepest reaches of the cosmos.
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Other Sports
Olympics-Italian students get closing ceremony tickets for Tina and Milo mascot design

MILAN, Feb 20 (Reuters) - ⁠A group of school students from southern Italy who came up ⁠with the original sketch that inspired the mascots for the Milano Cortina ‌Winter Olympics have been offered tickets for the closing ceremony as a reward.
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AseanPlus News
Peru’s President Jose Jeri ousted after ‘Chifagate’ scandal tied to Chinese contractor

Late-night meeting with Chinese businessman at a restaurant in Lima fuelled a probe and created major cross-party revolt
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Singapore
Singapore to ease measures against Nipah virus outbreak as condition stabilise

Singapore will progressively ease some public health measures in response to the Nipah virus infection outbreak, as the situation has stabilised, said the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA).
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World
France allows culling of around 200 wolves to protect livestock

PARIS, Feb 20 (Reuters) - French ⁠authorities have allowed the culling of around 200 wolves as packs ⁠are spreading in farmlands and roaming near large cities, Agriculture ‌Minister Annie Genevard said on Friday.
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Indonesia
Indonesia agrees to eliminate tariffs on over 99% of US goods, says US trade representative

Indonesia and the United States have agreed to eliminate tariff barriers on over 99 per cent of American goods exported to Indonesia, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said.
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Thailand
Fashion star and ASOS co-founder Quentin Griffiths dies in Thailand after balcony fall

Quentin Griffiths, who co-founded British fast-fashion retailer ASOS, has died after a fall from a balcony in Thailand, Thai police said on Friday.
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Philippines
Ex-Philippine leader Duterte faces pre-trial ICC hearing

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte faces a pre-trial hearing at the International Criminal Court from Monday over crimes against humanity allegedly committed as part of a brutal crackdown on drugs.
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World
Germany's Merz vows to keep out far-right as he warns of a changed world

STUTTGART, Germany, Feb 20 (Reuters) - ⁠Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed on Friday not to let the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party "ruin" Germany ⁠and told his fellow conservatives to prepare for a raw new climate of great-power competition.
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Sabah & Sarawak
Over 1,000 displaced as floods worsen in Sabah’s north, Pitas emerges as worst-hit

KOTA KINABALU: Flooding in Sabah's northern districts has intensified sharply, with more than 1,000 people forced from their homes by Friday (Feb 20) night.
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Football
Soccer-Bayern boss Kompany blasts Mourinho over Vinicius racism row response

Feb 20 (Reuters) - Bayern Munich manager Vincent ⁠Kompany delivered a scathing critique of Jose Mourinho's handling of racism allegations involving Real Madrid's ⁠Vinicius Jr, calling the Benfica coach's comments a "huge mistake" in leadership.
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Other Sports
Olympics-Freestyle-Germany's Maier edges Switzerland's Smith for ski cross gold

LIVIGNO, Italy, Feb 20 (Reuters) - ⁠Daniela Maier of Germany claimed the gold medal in women's ski cross at the ⁠Winter Olympics on Friday, sprinting across the finish line just ahead of Switzerland's ‌Fanny Smith in a rematch between skiers who shared bronze four years ago.
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AseanPlus News
UN touts panel for 'human control' of AI at global summit

A UN panel on artificial intelligence will work towards "science-led governance", the global body's chief said on Friday.
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Thailand
Two Cambodian journalists appeal treason convictions over a photo from Thai border clash

Two Cambodian journalists have appealed their convictions on treason charges and 14-year prison sentences for posting photographs on Facebook related to border clashes with Thailand last year.
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China
Spring Festival travel rush dates back to ancient China, but only for the rich and powerful

Epic New Year journeys by land and sea 2,000 years ago used to take a month to complete; then nation began developing transport systems
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World
Spain's top court rejects father's bid to halt daughter's euthanasia

MADRID, Feb 20 (Reuters) - ⁠Spain's Constitutional Court has rejected an appeal by the father of a ⁠25‑year‑old paraplegic woman who opposes her access to euthanasia, the court ‌said in a statement on Friday.
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Other Sports
Olympics-Price of glory: rising costs putting Alpine skiing out of reach for some young talents

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Feb 20 (Reuters) - The thrill Alpine skiers delivered during ⁠the Milano Cortina Olympics may soon become more difficult to achieve for aspiring youngsters as new generations of athletes struggle with the soaring costs of a sport that is becoming increasingly elite.
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World
Germany's Merz says his conservatives will not partner with far-right AfD

STUTTGART, Germany, Feb ⁠20 (Reuters) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on ⁠Friday vowed to uphold an informal ‌pact within Germany's political mainstream not to partner with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
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AseanPlus News
Makkah's grand mosque welcomes Muslims on the first Friday of Ramadan

The Grand Mosque in Makkah witnessed a massive influx of worshippers during the first Friday prayer of Ramadan, as devotees from across the world filled its corridors and courtyards from early morning.
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AseanPlus News
Japan travel warning after Hongkonger beaten with beer bottle in Sapporo

Visitor beaten on head at a restaurant in the Japanese city, Chinese consulate says