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Putin insists on Ukraine war goals as Russia launches strikes amid shifting public debate
Russian President Vladimir Putin demands Ukraine cede Donbas as Russia strikes Ukraine and public discourse shifts at home.
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Scientists Culture Ancient Yeast from Oetzi the Iceman’s Gut and Bake Sourdough Bread
Researchers found yeast in the gut of Oetzi the Iceman, over 5,300 years old, and used it to bake sourdough bread after months of effort.
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Japan warns of decisive action as yen weakens near 160 per dollar amid Middle East tensions
Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama warned of possible intervention as the yen weakened to a level not seen since April 30.
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CIA Halts Sharing in Some Intelligence Reports Amid Yearlong Rift with ODNI
The CIA has stopped contributing to certain intelligence assessments by the ODNI, escalating tensions over agency roles and information sharing.
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Man barricades self with hostages in Bakersfield Chase Bank amid bomb threat
A man with a suspected bomb held hostages inside a Bakersfield Chase Bank starting June 2, police said.
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Tiger Brokers and Futu to halt new positions for mainland Chinese investors from June 12
Tiger Brokers and Futu will stop mainland China-based investors from opening new accounts or adding new positions starting June 12, 2026.
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Atlanta Falcons sign Drake London to $141M extension, third-highest-paid NFL WR
The Atlanta Falcons signed wide receiver Drake London to a four-year, $141 million contract extension with $100 million guaranteed.
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US government appeals judge’s order for Trump-era tariff refunds
The Trump administration appealed a court order for $166 billion in global tariff refunds after a Supreme Court ruling earlier this year.
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US President Donald Trump attends Knicks NBA Finals Game 3 at Madison Square Garden amid heightened security
President Donald Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on June 8, prompting strict security and event changes.
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UK regulator warns Premier League clubs on unauthorised crypto sponsorship risks
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority warned Premier League clubs about legal and reputational risks from unauthorised crypto sponsorships today.
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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and Lex Fridman explore Taiwan night markets during COMPUTEX 2026
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and AI podcaster Lex Fridman explored Taiwan’s night markets and local cuisine during COMPUTEX and GTC Taipei 2026.
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Tropical Storm Jangmi hits Wakayama with highest-level flood warnings and travel chaos
Tropical Storm Jangmi made landfall in southern Wakayama Prefecture on June 3, prompting Level 5 flood alerts and widespread disruptions.
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Manchester United agree £35m deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Éderson
Manchester United have agreed a £35 million fee with Atalanta to sign midfielder Éderson on a four-year contract.
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Until Dawn 2 announced for PlayStation 5, releasing in 2027
British studio Firesprite revealed Until Dawn 2, a sequel set on a tropical island, for PS5 with a 2027 release date.
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God of War: Laufey reveals Faye as protagonist in new PS5 prequel
Sony revealed God of War: Laufey, a PS5 spin-off starring Faye, Kratos' wife, during May 2026's State of Play showcase.
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World Cup could cost global employers $17 billion in productivity losses
Employers worldwide face $17 billion in lost productivity as employees plan schedule changes during the 2026 World Cup.
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Scottie Scheffler aims for three-peat at 2026 Memorial Tournament in Ohio
Scottie Scheffler seeks a third consecutive Memorial Tournament win June 4-7 at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio.
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Marvel's Wolverine PS5 Game Shows New Gameplay, Characters Ahead of September Launch
Insomniac Games revealed new footage and characters for Marvel's Wolverine, a PS5 exclusive launching September 15, 2026.
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Craig Gordon set to be oldest player at 2026 FIFA World Cup at 43 years
Scottish goalkeeper Craig Gordon will be the oldest player at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at 43 years and 162 days old.
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GoPro issues going-concern warning as revenue falls and costs soar
GoPro warned of substantial doubt over its ability to continue amid rising memory costs and declining sales.
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Penang police dismantle three international scam syndicates, arrest 32 suspects
Penang police raided call centres in Bukit Mertajam on June 2, arresting 32 suspects linked to three international scam syndicates.
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Marathon Season 2 launches with new features and major server issues
Bungie launched Marathon Season 2 on June 2 with new modes and a free trial week amid widespread server bugs and downtime.
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Poland plans phone ban in primary schools and tightens online age verification for pornography
Poland's government approved bills to ban phone use for children aged 7-15 in schools and require stricter age checks on porn sites.
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French Open women's semis set with Kostyuk-Andreeva amid Russia-Ukraine tensions
Marta Kostyuk and Mirra Andreeva reached the French Open women’s singles semi-finals amid ongoing war tensions.