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MSCI Delays Review of Indonesia's Emerging Market Status Until November 2026
MSCI extended its review of Indonesia’s market classification to November 2026, retaining its emerging market status for now amid reform concerns.
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Football commentator Jorge Vera loses World Cup credentials after on-air rant over Paraguay red card
Paraguayan commentator Jorge Vera was banned from World Cup coverage after an expletive-filled tirade following a red card for Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron.
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AI Stock Boom Doubles Market Caps in Taiwan and South Korea, Raises Retail Risks
Stock markets in Taiwan and South Korea doubled in value over the past year amid AI-driven demand, drawing record retail investor participation including minors.
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Mexico beats Ghana 2-0 in World Cup warm-up match in Puebla
Mexico defeated Ghana 2-0 in a friendly match on May 22 at Puebla’s Cuauhtemoc Stadium ahead of the World Cup.
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Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah begins three-day visit to Turkiye including RMN ship launch
Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah of Malaysia departed May 23 for Turkiye, attending a Royal Malaysian Navy ship launch and cultural visits.
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UN to Evacuate Over 11,000 Sailors Stranded in Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Iran Conflict
The UN's International Maritime Organization will evacuate more than 11,000 stranded sailors from the Strait of Hormuz with help from regional powers.
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Singapore Surgeons Remove 2.5cm Brain Tumour Through Eye Socket Using New Technique
Surgeons at National Neuroscience Institute and Tan Tock Seng Hospital removed a 2.5cm brain tumour through a patient’s eye socket using a minimally invasive method.
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Alibaba sues US Defense Department to be removed from Chinese military blacklist
Alibaba filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense to challenge its listing as a Chinese military-associated company.
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US Markets Edge Lower on Tech Shares Amid Iran Talks and AI Spending Concerns
US stock indexes closed lower on June 24, driven by tech sector weakness despite gains in Dow and falling oil prices amid Iran negotiations.
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France coach Didier Deschamps to miss final 2026 World Cup group game for funeral
France coach Didier Deschamps will miss Friday’s World Cup match against Norway to attend his mother’s funeral.
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Netflix to launch first original horror game Unhinged on June 30
Netflix will release Unhinged, its first original horror game, on June 30 for all subscribers worldwide.
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US Jury Finds Boeing Not Liable for Lost Revenue in 737 MAX Grounding Lawsuit
A US jury ruled Boeing not liable for $250 million in lost revenue claimed by Polish airline LOT over 737 MAX grounding.
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Scotland prepares for crucial World Cup match against Brazil amid weather concerns
Scotland will face Brazil in a decisive Group C World Cup match in Miami on June 24, aiming to reach knockout stages for the first time.
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Israeli soldiers kill two Lebanese civilians near Nabatieh al-Fawqa amid ceasefire tensions
On June 23, 2026, Israeli forces shot dead two Lebanese men clearing a road near Nabatieh al-Fawqa, sparking new cross-border tensions.
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US Senate and House approve resolution directing Trump to halt military action in Iran
The US Senate voted 50-48 on June 23 to direct President Trump to end military action against Iran or get congressional approval, following an earlier House vote.
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US Supreme Court bars Rastafarian inmate from suing prison guards over forced haircut
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Damon Landor cannot sue prison officials for shaving his dreadlocks in violation of his religious rights.
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Lords of the Fallen 2 delayed to early 2027 to avoid GTA 6 release window
CI Games delayed Lords of the Fallen 2 from fall 2026 to early 2027 to refine the game and avoid competing with GTA 6.
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Apple Watch Series 11 Hits Lowest Prices Ever During Amazon Prime Day 2026
Amazon Prime Day 2026 offers Apple Watch Series 11 at $279 for 42mm and $309-$399 for 46mm, the lowest prices to date.
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Amazon Prime Day 2026 discounts Nintendo Switch 2 games and accessories worldwide
Amazon's Prime Day 2026 sale runs June 23–26 with major discounts on Nintendo Switch 2 games, accessories, and other console titles worldwide.
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Real Madrid signs Felicia Schroeder in record-breaking women's football transfer
Real Madrid has signed 19-year-old Swedish forward Felicia Schroeder from BK Hacken in a record transfer for women's football.
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US authorities seize over 300 unauthorized drones near 2026 World Cup venues
Since June 11, US agencies have confiscated more than 300 unauthorized drones near venues hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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US Appeals Court Allows Nationwide Expansion of Trump-Era Fast-Track Deportation
A federal appeals court overturned a lower court injunction to permit the Trump administration’s nationwide fast-track deportation expansion on June 23, 2026.
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Singapore police investigate two men linked to Prince Group after US sanctions, seize $600M+ in assets
Singapore Police are probing two men tied to Prince Group money laundering after US sanctions and seized over $600 million in assets since March 2026.
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UN Security Council unanimously adopts resolution to hold attackers of peacekeepers accountable
The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2823 on June 23 to strengthen accountability for attacks on peacekeepers.