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Oreo and BTS launch limited-edition purple hotteok-flavored cookie on June 8
Oreo and BTS will release a limited purple hotteok-inspired cookie with special designs starting June 8 in Singapore and over 80 markets worldwide.
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EU leader accuses Russia of destabilizing Baltics amid rising drone tensions and strikes
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen accused Russia of trying to destabilize Baltic democracies by triggering drone alerts on May 26.
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Chinese Dissident Dong Guangping Detained in South Korea After Escape by Sea
Dong Guangping, 68, a Chinese dissident, was detained by South Korean authorities after arriving by rubber boat on May 25, 2026.
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Destiny 2: Legacy Collection joins PlayStation Plus on June 9 alongside final update
Bungie will add Destiny 2: Legacy Collection to PlayStation Plus on June 9, the same day its final live-service update launches.
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Dutch Government Blocks Kyndryl's Acquisition of Solvinity Over Data Security Concerns
The Dutch government blocked US company Kyndryl's attempt to buy Solvinity, which operates the DigiD online identity platform, citing data risks.
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Quantum Computing Firm Quantinuum Files IPO to Raise up to $1.05 Billion
Quantinuum, backed by Honeywell, filed for an IPO to raise up to $1.05 billion by issuing 21 million shares at $45-$50 each.
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Frontier Developments announces Planet Zoo 2 with October 13, 2026 release date
Frontier Developments revealed Planet Zoo 2 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, launching on October 13, 2026 with new aquatic and flying animals.
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IHH Healthcare Q1 net profit rises 3% to RM528 million on patient volume gains
IHH Healthcare reported a 3% rise in Q1 net profit to RM528 million driven by Malaysia, Turkey, Europe, and Bayindir acquisition.
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US military personnel targeted in war zones using commercial location data, lawmakers warn
US forces in war zones have been tracked and targeted through commercial location data, prompting lawmakers to call for national security action.
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Na’imah Abdul Khalid and her sons remain overseas amid government plot probe
Na’imah Abdul Khalid and her two sons are overseas as police investigate allegations of a plot to topple the Malaysian government.
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Finland wins 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, beating Switzerland in overtime
Finland won the 2026 IIHF World Championship by defeating Switzerland 1-0 in overtime on May 31.
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Iranian Hackers Breach Los Angeles Transit System, Stealing 700GB of Data
Iranian hackers linked to the group Ababil of Minab breached Los Angeles transit systems in March, stealing at least 700GB of data and disrupting network operations.
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China warns against cliques after Quad ministers voice South China Sea concerns
China warned against exclusive cliques after Quad foreign ministers urged restraint over South China Sea tensions.
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Developer urges players to wait for Steam sale before buying 'Final Sentence'
Developer Brusnika told players not to buy the multiplayer typing game 'Final Sentence' before an upcoming Steam discount sale.
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Thai police deny viral image of officers in dresses, confirm AI fabrication
Thai police confirmed a viral image showing officers in sparkly dresses is AI-generated, sharing the original photo with officers in plain clothes instead.
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UK Hits Record May Temperatures Over 35C Amid Heatwave Concerns
The UK saw some of its hottest May weather on May 26, with temperatures above 35C and concerns over public buildings unprepared for heat.
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Says Middle East Won’t Serve as Shields for US Bases
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said May 26 regional countries will no longer be shields for US bases and called for Muslim unity.
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NZ Fisheries Minister Shane Jones carries live crayfish in Parliament ahead of budget
New Zealand Fisheries Minister Shane Jones carried a live crayfish through Parliament on May 26 before the government's budget announcement.
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Malaysia imposes 10% import duty on some gold bars, disrupting bullion trade
Malaysia began charging a 10% import duty on certain gold bar shipments in early May 2026, causing bullion trade disruptions.
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Hydroshoppe and director to face High Court trial over alleged RM7.5m bribery linked to KL Tower deal
Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd and director Datuk Abdul Hamid Shaikh Abdul Razak will stand trial in the High Court over alleged RM500,000 yearly bribes for 15 years tied to KL Tower concession takeover.
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Ireland to ban imports from Israeli West Bank settlements by July 2026
Ireland plans to ban imports of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank by mid-July 2026.
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US, India, Japan, Australia Relaunch Quad with Maritime and Critical Minerals Plans
The US, India, Australia, and Japan revived the Quad with new maritime security and critical minerals cooperation announced in New Delhi May 26-27.
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South Korea Plans to Launch First Nuclear-Powered Submarine by Mid-2030s
South Korea announced plans to develop and launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s to counter North Korean threats.
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Ludvig Aberg favored to win 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial CC
The 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge starts Thursday at Colonial Country Club with Ludvig Aberg as the betting favorite.