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More than 100 million Chinese consumers face rising bad debt burden, weighing on economic recovery
Over 100 million Chinese consumers struggle with bad debt exceeding 2 trillion yuan, dragging down retail sales and loan growth.
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Chinese automakers target wealthy consumers in right-hand-drive markets at Hong Kong auto show
Chinese automakers showcased new luxury EVs and strategies for right-hand-drive markets at the Hong Kong auto show on June 18, 2026.
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Taiwan dismisses China’s World Cup broadcast offer as irrelevant
Taiwan rejected China’s offer to watch World Cup matches via mainland platforms, saying games are easily accessible locally and Beijing’s claim is unwelcome.
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Apple to Launch Second-Generation iPhone Air in Spring 2027 with Dual Cameras
Apple will release the second-generation iPhone Air in spring 2027, adding a second rear ultra-wide camera and improved battery life.
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Dispatch game adds visual censorship options on Switch, lifts some restrictions worldwide
AdHoc Studio released a patch expanding censorship options on Nintendo Switch, PC, and PS5 today, easing restrictions for players outside Japan.
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Prince Harry and family to visit UK in July for first trip since 2022
Prince Harry and Meghan will visit the UK with their children in July to promote the Invictus Games and seek family reconciliation.
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China to enact legal measures against unilateral sanctions targeting its financial sector
China will introduce legal provisions to block and counter extraterritorial sanctions, Vice Premier He Lifeng said June 17 at the Lujiazui Forum.
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US Gasoline Prices Fall Below $4 per Gallon for First Time Since March
The US nationwide average gasoline price dropped below $4 per gallon on June 17, 2026, amid easing Middle East tensions.
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Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders open June 25, launching November 19 at $80
Rockstar Games began pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI worldwide June 25 ahead of its November 19 release.
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South Korean Parliament Launches 45-Day Probe into Ballot Shortages in June 3 Elections
South Korea’s National Assembly authorized a 45-day investigation on June 18 into ballot paper shortages that disrupted June 3 local elections.
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EU leaders agree on stronger trade defenses to address €360 billion China deficit
EU leaders agreed at a Brussels summit to strengthen trade defenses against China amid a growing €360 billion annual trade deficit.
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Chinese EV Maker BYD Explores Formula One Sponsorship to Boost Global Brand
BYD, the largest electric vehicle maker by sales, is exploring Formula One involvement via sponsorship or team entry to expand globally.
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Horse-drawn carriage accident in Central Park kills 18-year-old tourist
An 18-year-old Indian tourist died after a horse-drawn carriage accident in Central Park on June 17, 2026.
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Microsoft expands AI model sales to Chinese firms despite US-China rivalry
Microsoft has grown its AI model sales business with major Chinese tech firms, including ByteDance, amid US-China tensions.
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Finland's Parliament Votes to Lift Nuclear Weapons Ban in Defense Shift
Finland's parliament voted 125-61 on June 17 to repeal the country's ban on nuclear weapons, aligning with NATO defense policy.
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Google AI VP Noam Shazeer leaves to join OpenAI amid IPO plans
Noam Shazeer, Google’s VP of engineering and Gemini AI co-lead, announced June 17 he is leaving to join OpenAI.
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Lululemon apologizes for Japanese drum use at Great Wall yoga festival in China
Lululemon apologized for using a Japanese taiko drum at a Great Wall yoga event in China after social media backlash.
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Ghana beats Panama 1-0 with stoppage-time goal in 2026 World Cup opener
Ghana defeated Panama 1-0 on June 18 with a 95th-minute winner by Caleb Yirenkyi in their 2026 World Cup Group L match in Toronto.
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US and Iran Agree on Peace Text as SpaceX IPO Spurs Stock Rally
US and Iran reached consensus on a peace deal and expect to sign soon, while SpaceX’s IPO ignited a major stock market rally June 12.
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SpaceX revealed $890M Tesla purchases including Cybertrucks and Megapacks in IPO filing
SpaceX and its affiliate xAI disclosed $890 million in Tesla purchases since 2023, including Cybertrucks and energy storage Megapacks.
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Former Nigerian Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke Cleared of UK Bribery Charges
Diezani Alison-Madueke was found not guilty of six bribery-related charges by a London jury after a five-month trial.
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US to Send Delegation to China to Prepare for Defence Secretary Hegseth's Visit
The US will dispatch a high-level delegation to Beijing within weeks to arrange a potential visit by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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EU Council President Antonio Costa opens limited diplomatic contacts with Kremlin amid Ukraine war
Antonio Costa’s office made brief diplomatic contacts with Moscow this week to open communication channels without substantive talks.
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Lebanese President Aoun affirms independent peace talks with Israel amid ongoing conflict
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Lebanon’s peace talks with Israel are independent and called for a ceasefire ahead of next week's fifth round of talks.