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First human to receive transplanted pig kidney dies
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Spreading Western Canada wildfire prompts thousands to evacuate
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Death toll from rains in Brazil's south reaches 143, govt announces emergency spending
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Roger Corman, influential B-movie king who nurtured great directors, dies at 98
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Seinfeld speech at Duke commencement prompts walkout protesting his support for Israel
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May 12, 2024
Celebrating Buddha's birthday, a South Korean DJ is in spotlight
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