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2026 FIFA World Cup to feature 48 teams across US, Canada, Mexico from June 11 to July 19
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will host 48 teams in 104 matches across 16 cities in North America starting June 11, 2026.
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Hong Kong democracy activists await verdict in national security trial over Tiananmen vigils
Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung face up to 10 years on incitement charges in trial over Tiananmen Square vigils in Hong Kong.
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Mette Frederiksen forms centre-left minority government after months of deadlock in Denmark
Mette Frederiksen agreed on June 1 to lead a centre-left minority coalition after the March election produced no majority.
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Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez confirmed for Peru presidential runoff on June 7
Peruvian electoral authorities confirmed Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez as runoff candidates for the June 7 presidential election.
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Iran denies reports President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned amid power struggle claims
Iranian officials denied reports that President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned over clashes with the IRGC, confirming he remains in office.
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68-year-old man dies after falling onto track at Segar LRT station, Bukit Panjang LRT disrupted
A 68-year-old man died after falling onto the track at Segar LRT station, causing suspension of Bukit Panjang LRT services on May 18, 2026.
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Hackers Exploit Meta's AI Chatbot to Hijack Instagram Accounts, Including High-Profile Profiles
Hackers exploited a flaw in Meta's AI support chatbot to hijack Instagram accounts by changing linked emails, Meta says the issue is fixed.
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Myles Garrett traded from Cleveland Browns to Los Angeles Rams in blockbuster NFL deal
Myles Garrett was traded from the Cleveland Browns to the Los Angeles Rams on June 1, 2026, in a major defensive player trade.
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Rodri to decide Manchester City future after 2026 World Cup amid Real Madrid interest
Manchester City midfielder Rodri will wait until after the 2026 World Cup to decide on his future amid Real Madrid transfer links.
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Odell Beckham Jr. signs to return to New York Giants after 2025 hiatus
Odell Beckham Jr. signed a deal to rejoin the New York Giants, the team that originally drafted him in 2014, after two workouts this week.
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CBS News fires longtime 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley amid leadership shakeup
CBS News terminated Scott Pelley's contract for cause on June 2, 2026, following his public criticism of new leadership.
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Sony to Launch PlayStation FlexStrike Fight Stick and Marvel Tōkon Game in August 2026
Sony will release the FlexStrike wireless fight stick and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls game on August 6, 2026, with a new gaming monitor following later that month.
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England begin US heat acclimatisation camp ahead of World Cup opening June 17
England's football team started a 10-day heat acclimatisation camp in Florida as they prepare for World Cup matches in hot North American venues.
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Two Explosions Hit Cargo Vessel off Iraq, One Linked to Drone Attack
A cargo vessel near Umm Qasr, Iraq, was struck by two explosions on June 1, including one from a drone attack, Iraqi officials said.
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Explosion at fireworks factory in Malta injures two men
An explosion at the Ta’ Lourdes fireworks factory in Naxxar, Malta, on June 1 injured two men and caused multiple blasts.
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Former Dragon Age Producer Proposes Product Placement as New Game Monetization Model
Mark Darrah, ex-Dragon Age producer, suggests product placement could offer a sustainable alternative to microtransactions and live service models in gaming.
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UK releases 1,500 pages on Peter Mandelson's controversial US ambassador appointment
The UK government released a second batch of documents June 1 exposing internal disputes over Peter Mandelson's US ambassador role amid Epstein ties.
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Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Set Launches Worldwide September 16 with All-Foil Cards
The Pokémon Trading Card Game will release its 30th Anniversary 30th Celebration set worldwide on September 16, 2026, featuring all-foil cards and 30 unique Pikachu variants.
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Barry Diller’s People Inc offers over $18 billion to buy MGM Resorts
People Inc, chaired by Barry Diller, proposed a cash offer of $48.30 per share to acquire MGM Resorts for over $18 billion.
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Malaysia’s Health Ministry intensifies crackdown on online vape and smoking product sales
Malaysia’s Health Ministry launched a nationwide operation targeting online promotion and sale of vaping and smoking products to protect youth.
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Japanese PM urges Iran for free Strait of Hormuz passage and US ceasefire flexibility
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called on Iran for free shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and urged flexibility in US-Iran ceasefire talks on June 1.
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Lille appoint Davide Ancelotti as manager on two-year contract
Lille named Davide Ancelotti as first-team coach on a two-year deal starting June 1, 2026.
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SpaceX reserves 5% of IPO shares for employees and select associates
SpaceX will reserve up to 5% of shares in its IPO for employees and executive associates through a direct share program allowing immediate sales.
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England captain Leah Williamson out of Women's World Cup qualifiers with hamstring injury
England captain Leah Williamson will miss qualifiers against Spain and Ukraine due to a hamstring injury.