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London Underground drivers strike disrupts Tube services across multiple lines
London Underground drivers represented by the RMT union struck on June 2, causing major Tube disruptions ahead of a second planned walkout June 4.
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Scotland returns to FIFA World Cup after 28 years with enthusiastic fans
Scotland qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1998, ending a 28-year absence with high hopes and passionate support.
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Filipino-descended Dylan Harper and Jordan Clarkson face off in 2026 NBA Finals
Rookie Dylan Harper and veteran Jordan Clarkson, both of Filipino descent, meet as the Spurs and Knicks start the 2026 NBA Finals.
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Renewed US-Iran clashes in June 2026 drive oil prices above $98, disrupt markets
Missile and drone attacks by Iran targeting Gulf allies in early June 2026 reignited US-Iran tensions, pushing oil prices higher and rattling global markets.
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France fines Shein over 22 million euros for consumer protection violations
French authorities fined Shein 22.4 million euros on June 3 for traceability, labeling, and consumer info breaches.
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Singapore to raise starting pay and sign-on bonuses for local bus captains from January 2027
Singapore government will fund a S$450 monthly pay raise and S$2,000 sign-on bonus for new local bus captains starting January 1, 2027.
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Spain records 101 heat-related deaths in May, highest since 2015
Spain reported 101 deaths from high temperatures in May 2026, 3.6 times the 10-year May average, the worst May total since monitoring began in 2015.
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EU could lose up to 1.3 million jobs in 2026 due to Iran war and energy crisis
European Commission warns the EU risks losing between 1 million and 1.3 million jobs this year amid Iran conflict and soaring energy costs.
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Germany says window for EU-Russia dialogue on Ukraine is opening with E3 key role
A German official said on June 3 that a window for dialogue between Russia and Europe on Ukraine is opening, with the E3 group playing an important role.
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China appoints Guangyan to coordinate overseas mining investments under NDRC oversight
China named state-owned Guangyan to lead overseas metals mining deals with stricter government oversight by NDRC.
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Former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra granted royal pardon and freed on June 3
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was granted a royal pardon by King Maha Vajiralongkorn on June 3, 2026, ending his prison sentence and parole.
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Indonesia sacks and arrests National Nutrition Agency chief over free meals corruption and food poisoning
President Prabowo Subianto sacked and two deputies arrested for corruption in the National Nutrition Agency's free meals programme amid food poisoning cases.
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Casemiro says Brazil not big favourites at 2026 World Cup despite aiming for record sixth title
Brazil midfielder Casemiro said the team is not the top favourite but remains motivated ahead of the 2026 World Cup in North America.
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Singapore to release land for 4,745 private homes and Jurong Lake District white site in 2H 2026
Singapore’s Ministry of National Development announced land release for about 4,745 private homes and a Jurong Lake District white site tender launch in 2H 2026.
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Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map eliminating majority-Black district
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to let Alabama use a 2023 congressional map that removes a majority-Black district in the 2026 midterms.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 squads finalized with 48 teams and 1,248 players
FIFA confirmed 48 national teams and 1,248 players for the 2026 World Cup across North America.
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Henry Nowak murder spurs UK protests and police conduct investigation
The December 2025 murder of Henry Nowak in Southampton by Vickrum Digwa has sparked protests and a police inquiry into handling of the case.
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte makes unannounced visit to Kyiv after deadly Russian strikes
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Kyiv on June 3, 2026, following deadly Russian missile attacks that killed 23 people in Ukraine.
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Sony Santa Monica announces God of War Laufey for PlayStation 5 with new protagonist Faye
Sony Santa Monica unveiled God of War Laufey, starring Faye as the playable lead, at PlayStation State of Play yesterday.
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Karen Bass and Spencer Pratt advance to runoff in Los Angeles mayoral race
Karen Bass and Spencer Pratt secured the top two spots in the Los Angeles mayoral primary, forcing a November runoff.
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Royal Navy Merlin Mk4 helicopter crashes in Devon, killing three crew members
A Royal Navy Merlin Mk4 helicopter crashed near Sourton, Devon during training early June 3, killing three personnel.
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Victoria’s Secret shares jump nearly 50% after strong Q1 earnings and raised guidance
Victoria’s Secret shares soared up to 50% June 2 after it reported robust Q1 revenues and raised full-year sales and profit forecasts.
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Meta scales back AI tracking plan on employee devices after backlash
Meta reduced data collection in its employee AI training program after resistance from staff and a petition with over 1,500 signatures.
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Denmark's Mette Frederiksen forms first majority female government with 21 ministers
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen unveiled a 21-member cabinet with 11 women, forming Denmark's first majority female government on June 3, 2026.