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Square Enix reveals new Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer and confirms multi-platform launch
Square Enix unveiled a new Kingdom Hearts 4 gameplay trailer and confirmed launch across Switch 2, PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
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Trump’s approval rating steady near career lows amid rising US gas price worries
Polls June 3-8 show Trump’s approval at 35%, with 59% of Americans expecting higher gas prices amid Iran conflict.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off with Mexico-South Africa; 48 teams set to compete
The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins June 11 in Mexico City with 48 teams playing 104 matches across North America.
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Gold Prices Drop Over 4.6% in Early June amid US Rate Hike Bets and Middle East Tensions
Gold prices fell sharply in early June 2026, erasing most yearly gains as US rate hike expectations and Middle East tensions pressured markets.
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US tech firms cut over 115,000 jobs in Q1 2026 amid AI-driven layoffs
More than 115,000 tech workers lost jobs in early 2026 as AI adoption fuels cuts and entrepreneurship surges.
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Emma Raducanu wins opening match at Queen's Club, first victory since March
Emma Raducanu defeated Anna Blinkova 6-0, 6-3 in her first match win since March at the Queen's Club WTA event.
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Xenoblade Genesis announced for Nintendo Switch 2 with 2027 launch
Nintendo revealed Xenoblade Genesis, a new RPG for Nintendo Switch 2, at its June 9, 2026 Direct, set to launch in 2027.
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Square Enix announces Final Fantasy Resonance, first HD-2D Final Fantasy game for October 2026
Square Enix revealed Final Fantasy Resonance, a new HD-2D JRPG releasing globally in October 2026 with no microtransactions.
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FromSoftware's The Duskbloods to hold closed network test on Nintendo Switch 2 in summer 2026
FromSoftware will launch a closed network test this summer for The Duskbloods, an 8-player PvPvE game exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2.
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Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave announced for Nintendo Switch 2, coming September 17, 2026
Nintendo announced Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave for Switch 2, releasing September 17 with four protagonists and multiple editions.
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US Raises Israel to 'Critical' Counterintelligence Threat Level over Espionage Allegations
The US Pentagon elevated Israel to its highest counterintelligence threat level citing intensified espionage targeting senior US officials.
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Nintendo announces 2026 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2
Nintendo revealed a fully remade Ocarina of Time for its Switch 2 console, timed for release this year to mark Zelda’s 40th anniversary.
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Pokémon Pokopia launches free underwater update and paid DLC expansion starting June 2026
Pokémon Pokopia adds free underwater exploration update in August and begins selling a three-part paid DLC Expansion Pass on June 10, 2026.
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Microsoft Xbox faces component shortages, adjusts Project Helix console plan
Microsoft Xbox struggles with hardware shortages and redesigns Project Helix to improve affordability and flexibility.
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Kenyan police use tear gas to disperse protests over US Ebola quarantine centre
Kenyan police fired tear gas and arrested protesters in Nanyuki opposing a US plan for an Ebola quarantine centre near Laikipia Air Base.
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Spain beats Peru 3-1 in final World Cup warm-up match in Puebla
Spain defeated Peru 3-1 on June 8 in their last World Cup 2026 warm-up match held in Puebla, Mexico.
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Taiwan plans tighter export controls on AI chips to China to align with US rules
Taiwan is weighing stricter export controls on AI chip sales to China to match US restrictions and curb semiconductor smuggling.
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Malaysian Bar challenges Federal Court judge Ahmad Terrirudin’s JAC appointment in court
The Malaysian Bar filed a judicial review challenging Federal Court Judge Ahmad Terrirudin’s Judicial Appointments Commission membership appointed by PM Anwar Ibrahim.
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European Central Bank Raises Interest Rates to 2.25% Amid Inflation Fueled by Iran War
The European Central Bank raised its main deposit rate by 0.25 points to 2.25% on June 11, citing inflation from the ongoing Iran conflict.
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China's May 2026 crude imports drop to lowest since 2017 amid Iran war supply disruptions
China's crude oil imports fell sharply in May 2026 to 7.8 million barrels per day, the lowest since 2017, as Iran war supply shocks cut flows at the Strait of Hormuz.
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French singer Patrick Bruel charged with rape and sexual assault involving multiple women
Patrick Bruel, 67, was formally charged with rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and harassment after investigation by French prosecutors.
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China's May 2026 exports jump 19% led by AI hardware despite Middle East tensions
China's exports surged 19%-19.4% year-on-year in May 2026, driven by booming AI and semiconductor demand amid Middle East conflict.
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Spain and France Lead Hot Betting Market Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup Kickoff
Spain and France are top favorites to win the expanded 2026 World Cup, with record global betting expected to exceed $50 billion.
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Scotland captain Andy Robertson to carry late Diogo Jota's World Cup dream
Andy Robertson received a letter from Diogo Jota's widow and will represent both at 2026 World Cup.