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A 10-year-old Japanese boy was fatally stabbed near his school in Shenzhen, China, on September 18. The incident has raised serious safety concerns for Japanese nationals in China, prompting Japan's Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa to demand a thorough investigation and enhanced security measures for Japanese citizens abroad.
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Harvard University's endowment has reported lower 20-year annualized returns than several Ivy League rivals, including Yale and Princeton. Despite having the largest endowment in the U.S. at $50.7 billion, Harvard's performance has been hindered by management changes and investment missteps, raising concerns about its financial strategy.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five federal charges, including bribery and wire fraud, making him the first sitting mayor to face such allegations. Prosecutors claim he accepted over $100,000 in luxury travel perks from foreign nationals, including Turkish officials, in exchange for political favors. Adams has pleaded not guilty and vowed to fight the charges.
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The U.S. Department of Justice is contemplating structural remedies, including a potential breakup of Google, following a court ruling that found the company maintained an illegal monopoly in online search. Proposed changes could reshape the tech landscape and impact Google's dominance in various markets, including artificial intelligence.
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Ratan Tata, the former chairman of Tata Group, passed away at 86. His leadership transformed the conglomerate into a global powerhouse, with significant acquisitions and a commitment to philanthropy. Tributes pour in from leaders and the public as India mourns a visionary figure.
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A lawsuit filed by Jennifer and Dale Harris against Hingham High School claims their son was unfairly punished for using AI in a history project. The parents argue the school's policies on AI were unclear and did not explicitly prohibit its use, leading to severe academic consequences for their son.