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Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes Eastern Japan Near Tokyo, No Tsunami Warning
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake hit eastern Japan near Tokyo on June 16, disrupting bullet train services but causing no tsunami warning.
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Meta's Threads app hits 500 million monthly active users three years after launch
Meta announced Threads has reached 500 million monthly active users and plans new feature expansions by July 2026.
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Meta's Threads hits 500 million monthly active users nearly three years after launch
Meta's Threads reached 500 million monthly active users in June 2026, marking steady growth since its 2023 launch.
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Singapore invests in advanced water technologies to boost energy efficiency and climate resilience
Singapore is seeking cutting-edge water technologies to improve energy efficiency and strengthen resilience against climate change impacts.
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Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirms GTA 6 release on November 19, 2026
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed GTA 6 will launch worldwide on November 19, 2026, after multiple delays.
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Qatar’s Emir praises US-Iran deal, cites growing US-Qatar trade partnership
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani thanked US President Donald Trump for a US-Iran deal and highlighted expanding trade ties.
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Reto launches Kodak Charmera Millennium Edition with Y2K-themed designs
Reto released the Kodak Charmera Millennium Edition camera featuring seven Y2K-inspired chrome designs and new photo filters.
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Threads hits 500 million monthly users and launches new personalization, community tools
Threads reached 500 million monthly active users and introduced new 'Your Algo' and Communities Hub features on June 16, 2026.
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DR Congo to open 2026 World Cup against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal after 52 years
DR Congo will face Portugal led by Cristiano Ronaldo in the 2026 World Cup opener on June 17, marking Congo's return after 52 years.
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Don't Nod faces cash crunch with reserves expected to run out by November 2026
Don't Nod's cash reserves may be depleted by November 2026 amid underperformance and lack of new funding commitments.
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Singapore Air Force Museum reopens with new immersive exhibits after renovation
The Singapore Air Force Museum reopened on June 16, 2026, featuring immersive exhibits and simulations following a renovation that began in November 2025.
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Ericsson CEO Borje Ekholm to step down, Per Narvinger to succeed him October 1
Ericsson announced Borje Ekholm will step down as CEO at September's end, with Per Narvinger taking over October 1, 2026.
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Singaporean fans spend over S$20,000 to attend 2026 World Cup matches in North America
Several Singaporeans traveled over 16,000 km and spent more than S$20,000 each to watch multiple 2026 World Cup matches across North America.
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MLB Warns San Francisco Giants Pitchers for Writing Bible Verses on Pride Night Caps
MLB warned three San Francisco Giants pitchers for writing Bible verses on their Pride Night hats during a June 12 game against the Cubs.
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Swedish man jailed 4 years 5 months for coercing wife into mass prostitution
A 61-year-old Swedish man received a 4-year, 5-month prison sentence for forcing his wife to have sex with over 120 men for payment.
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Cape Verde holds Spain to 0-0 draw in World Cup opener with defender Lopes starring
Cape Verde drew 0-0 with Spain in their 2026 World Cup Group H opener in Atlanta, led by defender Roberto Lopes and goalkeeper Vozinha.
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Changi Airport cuts water and electricity use despite record 70.4M passengers
Changi Airport recorded 70.4 million passengers from April 2025 to March 2026 while reducing water use 24.4% and electricity use 19.3%.
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Consumer Reports finds up to 160% fare differences on same Uber and Lyft routes
Consumer Reports revealed major price variations on Uber and Lyft rides across 18 US states, with some fares differing by up to 160%.
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STT GDC Opens First Data Center in Seoul to Support AI and Cloud Demand
ST Telemedia Global Data Centres launched its first South Korean facility in Seoul with 30 MW capacity on June 16, 2026.
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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to visit Washington in mid-July to deepen ties
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi will visit Washington in mid-July for talks with President Trump on economic and strategic cooperation.
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6.3-Magnitude Earthquake in Qinghai Province Kills One, Injures Four
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake in Qinghai’s Haixi prefecture on June 16 killed one person and injured four others.
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Pine Grove condo launches fifth $1.78 billion collective sale amid legality dispute
Pine Grove condominium begins fifth collective sale effort at $1.78 billion amid owner opposition over agent appointment legality.
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Singapore woman convicted for burning domestic helper’s arm with hot iron
Tan Loan Eng, 67, was convicted of voluntarily causing hurt after burning her domestic helper’s arm in 2024.
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Four-year-old boy dies after collapsing at Sungai Buloh water park pool
A four-year-old boy collapsed after leaving a water park pool in Sungai Buloh and died at the hospital on June 14, 2026.