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France and Germany agree equal 40% stakes in defense firm KNDS ahead of IPO
France and Germany agreed to hold equal 40% stakes in European defense company KNDS before its planned IPO on July 13, 2026.
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Australia signs A$2.5 billion deal to sell advanced radar system to Canada
Australia signed a A$2.5 billion deal to sell its Over-the-Horizon Radar technology to Canada for Arctic surveillance today.
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Most Americans Oppose Iran War and Doubt Peace Deal as Trump Approval Falls to 34%
Polls show about 75% of Americans say the Iran war was not worth it amid low Trump approval and skepticism over peace deal.
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SK Hynix briefly surpasses Samsung Electronics as South Korea's most valuable company
On June 22, 2026, SK Hynix's market value rose above Samsung Electronics, making it South Korea's top listed company for the first time since 2000.
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China adds 10 US firms to export control list, bans dual-use exports and government procurement
China placed 10 US entities on its export control list and banned government procurement from 46 US companies on June 22, 2026.
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Explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG Facility Injures Dozens, Causes Missing Persons
An explosion during startup at Qatar's Barzan gas supply facility injured 54, left 18 missing, and caused a fire now controlled.
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Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz amid Israeli attacks on Lebanon during US-Iran talks
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed on June 20, citing Israeli attacks on Lebanon amid ongoing US-Iran ceasefire talks.
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Japan's Toto to invest 80 billion yen in semiconductor materials targeting 1-nanometer chips
Toto will invest 80 billion yen over five years to expand its semiconductor materials business focused on 1-nanometer chip technology.
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FIFA to institute hydration breaks, expanded VAR, and countdown timers at 2026 World Cup
FIFA announced new rules including mandatory hydration breaks, expanded VAR reviews, and countdown timers for time-wasting at the 2026 World Cup.
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Chinese regulators probe AI-driven stock rallies amid market overheating concerns
Chinese regulators are scrutinizing AI-fueled stock rallies and questioning companies and funds on business links and valuations.
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China urges Asia-Pacific trade cooperation amid rising protectionism at Suzhou APEC meeting
China called on 21 Asia-Pacific economies to deepen trade cooperation to counter rising protectionism during the May 22 APEC meeting in Suzhou.
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North Korea aired unauthorized 2026 World Cup highlights, then halted broadcasts
North Korea's state broadcaster KCTV aired unauthorized 2026 World Cup highlights from June 15 to 18 before stopping after exposure.
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US sanctions China's Hengli Group for Iranian oil purchases, Singapore unit shuts down
The US sanctioned Hengli Group and 40 shipping firms in April over Iranian oil, leading to Hengli’s Singapore trading unit closure in June.
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Investors shift from TSMC to MediaTek and Samsung amid strong AI sector gains
Investors are diversifying from TSMC to other AI-related tech firms as MediaTek and Samsung shares soar in 2026.
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US Intelligence Warns Netanyahu May Undermine US-Iran Lebanon Ceasefire with Military Actions
US intelligence warned Netanyahu may violate a US-Iran ceasefire by continuing Israeli military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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FIFA President Infantino criticized for 10 private jet flights in 7 days at 2026 World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino made 10 private jet trips in 7 days during the 2026 World Cup, drawing criticism over environmental impact.
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David Hockney’s private funeral held with planned memorials in London, Yorkshire, Paris, and LA
David Hockney died in June 2026; his private funeral included only two mourners, with international memorials planned next year.
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Thousands protest in Novi Sad demanding early elections over 2024 railway collapse
Thousands rallied in Novi Sad on June 20, 2026, to mark the 2024 railway station collapse and call for snap elections.
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Cape Verde holds Spain to 0-0 draw in World Cup debut match in Atlanta
Cape Verde secured a 0-0 draw against Spain in their first-ever World Cup match on June 15 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Portugal and DR Congo draw 1-1 in 2026 World Cup opener with Ronaldo goalless
Portugal and Democratic Republic of Congo played to a 1-1 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K opener in Houston on June 18, 2026.
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Australia extends fuel excise relief by one month to ease rising prices amid Middle East conflict
Australia will extend fuel excise relief until the end of July, keeping petrol and diesel 16 cents per litre cheaper amid global supply disruptions.
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Keir Starmer faces mounting calls to quit after Andy Burnham wins Makerfield seat
More than 100 Labour MPs demand UK PM Keir Starmer resign or set departure plan after Burnham's June 19 by-election win.
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Brazil's emergency alert system hacked, false 'misanthropy' alerts sent to millions
Brazil's emergency alert system was hacked overnight, sending false extreme alerts with the word 'misanthropy' to millions of phones in multiple states.
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US Lawmaker Warns of Chinese Influence in $10B Argentina Parana River Dredging Contract
US House Foreign Affairs Chairman Brian Mast warned Secretary of State Marco Rubio of Chinese influence attempts in Argentina’s $10 billion Parana River dredging contract bid.