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UAE sets 15 as minimum age for social media use, banning under-15s nationwide
The UAE Cabinet approved a resolution banning social media use for children under 15 and imposing strict platform compliance rules.
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Israeli Foreign Minister cuts ties with EU foreign policy chief over apartheid comparison
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar severed contact with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas over alleged apartheid remarks.
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NUS slips to 10th while NTU holds 12th in QS World University Rankings 2026
National University of Singapore dropped two spots to 10th while NTU held 12th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 released today.
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UN warns of rising famine risk in 13 global hunger hotspots amid funding cuts
The UN released a report June 17 warning 266 million face acute hunger in 13 hotspots driven by conflict and funding cuts.
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Humans Have Domesticated Pigeons for 3,500 Years, New Study Finds
Researchers show pigeons were first domesticated 3,500 years ago, a millennium earlier than previously believed.
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Over 70% of Singapore Commuters Back AI and Automation in Public Transport
More than 70% of Singapore public transport users say AI and automation improve train convenience, efficiency, and safety, a February 2026 survey found.
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Russian dissident artist Semyon Skrepetsky fatally shot in Poland, suspect detained
Russian artist and dissident Semyon Skrepetsky was fatally shot in eastern Poland on June 15; a suspect was detained near Warsaw on June 18.
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Singapore opens first wheelchair-accessible slide at new inclusive Tampines playground
The Magical Bridge Playground featuring Singapore’s first wheelchair-accessible slide opened today at Sun Plaza Park in Tampines.
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Man jailed 30 months for trying to grab police officer’s gun at hospital
Goh Chuan Chong, 42, was sentenced to 30 months in jail for attempting to seize an auxiliary police officer's revolver at Changi General Hospital.
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Singapore announces review of Zero Waste Masterplan amid falling recycling rates and rising waste
Senior Minister of State Janil Puthucheary announced a review of Singapore’s Zero Waste Masterplan due to slowing recycling rates and record waste levels.
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US-Iran framework deal includes $300B private investment fund with over half committed
US and Iran signed a memorandum including a $300 billion private investment fund, with more than half already committed by global companies.
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UK and EU to hold second summit on July 22 to reset post-Brexit relations
The UK and European Union will meet for a second summit on July 22, 2026, to improve ties after Brexit, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on June 16.
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Andy Burnham to Contest Makerfield By-Election on June 18 in Leadership Bid
Andy Burnham will run in the Makerfield parliamentary by-election June 18 as part of a bid to challenge Labour leader Keir Starmer.
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Ukraine reinforces northern defenses and steps up pressure on Belarus over Russian threats
Ukraine will send reinforcements to its northern regions and increase diplomatic pressure on Belarus amid concerns over Russian plans for a northern offensive.
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Fugitive Former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro Flees to US from Italy
Zbigniew Ziobro, facing 26 charges in Poland, flew from Milan to New York on May 9 using a journalist visa.
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Congolese-born man dies after restraint outside Dublin store, sparking protests
Yves Sakila died after being restrained by security guards outside a Dublin store on May 15, prompting protests and calls for investigation.
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SCDF officer charged after dozing off and injuring three in fire engine crash
A 28-year-old SCDF officer was charged after dozing off while driving a fire engine and injuring three men in a January 2025 accident.
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EU court allows France to enforce age verification on porn sites across member states
The EU Court of Justice ruled France can require porn sites in other EU countries to verify users' ages to protect minors.
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Singapore PM Lawrence Wong to attend ASEAN-Russia summit in Kazan on June 17-18
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan, Russia, from June 17 to 18, 2026.
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Sweden passes law allowing revocation of immigrants' residency for bad behaviour
Sweden's parliament approved a law June 15 to revoke immigrants' residency permits for misconduct, including retroactive cases.
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India temporarily blocks Telegram to curb exam fraud ahead of NEET re-exam
India banned Telegram from June 16 to 22 and disabled message editing until June 30 to prevent cheating ahead of the NEET re-exam on June 21.
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Hungarian Parliament Limits Prime Minister Terms to Eight Years, Blocking Orban's Return
Hungarian parliament approved a constitutional amendment on June 15, 2026, capping prime minister terms at eight years, barring Viktor Orban from returning to office.
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Singapore Condemns Mindanao Earthquake and Offers Assistance to Philippines
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong sent condolences and pledged support after a 7.8-magnitude quake hit Mindanao on June 8.
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Two men convicted of arson targeting UK PM Keir Starmer's properties linked to Russian handler
Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc found guilty of conspiracy and arson in attacks on UK PM Keir Starmer's property in London.