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AI-driven video production, agentic frameworks, and finance analysis lead GitHub trends
Top repositories highlight advances in AI-powered video studio tools, multitask agent frameworks, and large language model applications in finance and cybersecurity.
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Zohran Mamdani-backed candidates win three New York Democratic primaries
Three candidates endorsed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defeated incumbents in June 23 Democratic congressional primaries.
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Japanese equities shift from value to growth as AI firms top market cap rankings
Japanese equities are attracting growth funds as AI and energy-efficient technology firms outpace traditional manufacturers in market value.
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Airbus to inspect 16 A380 planes after cracks found in wing beams
Airbus will inspect 16 A380 aircraft, including 15 operated by Emirates and one by Qantas, following cracks detected in wing spar structures.
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North Korea commissions 5,000-ton destroyer Choe Hyon and pledges naval nuclear expansion
North Korea commissioned the 5,000-ton destroyer Choe Hyon on June 23 and pledged rapid naval expansion and nuclear armament.
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Bill Gates testifies Jeffrey Epstein considered blackmailing him over affairs
Bill Gates told a House committee that Jeffrey Epstein may have sought to blackmail him using his extramarital affairs but no blackmail occurred.
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Lazada to cut 5% of workforce across Southeast Asia including Singapore
Lazada announced layoffs of about 5% of its Southeast Asian staff, including Singapore, notifying employees by June 23, 2026.
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US dollar rises to seven-month high on bets for Fed rate hikes amid global currency shifts
The US dollar climbed to its strongest level since November as traders price in two Federal Reserve rate hikes by early 2027.
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Croatia beats Panama 1-0 to eliminate Panama from 2026 World Cup Group L
Croatia defeated Panama 1-0 on June 23, 2026, eliminating Panama from the 2026 World Cup Group L and keeping their own knockout hopes alive.
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UN-backed evacuation begins for 11,000 seafarers stranded in Strait of Hormuz
The International Maritime Organization launched an evacuation for over 11,000 seafarers trapped in the Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East conflict.
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EU to intensify probe into Meta’s alleged addictive design targeting children
The European Commission is set to issue preliminary findings accusing Meta’s Facebook and Instagram of using addictive design techniques impacting children.
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Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC's Savannah Guthrie, missing since February, note suggests she may be dead
Nancy Guthrie disappeared near her Tucson home on February 1; kidnappers sent notes saying she is dead, sparking ongoing FBI investigation.
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Washington Wizards select AJ Dybantsa No. 1 in 2026 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards picked forward AJ Dybantsa first overall in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 23.
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Germany's nationwide rail network halted by GSM-R communication failure
Deutsche Bahn stopped all train services across Germany late June 23 after a failure in the GSM-R digital radio system disrupted communication.
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PKR Youth says only a handful left following Rafizi and Nik Nazmi resignations
PKR Youth leaders said only one or two members left the party after Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi quit and handed over their MP seats in May 2026.
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MSCI Delays Review of Indonesia's Emerging Market Status Until November 2026
MSCI extended its review of Indonesia’s market classification to November 2026, retaining its emerging market status for now amid reform concerns.
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Football commentator Jorge Vera loses World Cup credentials after on-air rant over Paraguay red card
Paraguayan commentator Jorge Vera was banned from World Cup coverage after an expletive-filled tirade following a red card for Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron.
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AI Stock Boom Doubles Market Caps in Taiwan and South Korea, Raises Retail Risks
Stock markets in Taiwan and South Korea doubled in value over the past year amid AI-driven demand, drawing record retail investor participation including minors.
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Mexico beats Ghana 2-0 in World Cup warm-up match in Puebla
Mexico defeated Ghana 2-0 in a friendly match on May 22 at Puebla’s Cuauhtemoc Stadium ahead of the World Cup.
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Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah begins three-day visit to Turkiye including RMN ship launch
Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah of Malaysia departed May 23 for Turkiye, attending a Royal Malaysian Navy ship launch and cultural visits.
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UN to Evacuate 11,000 Sailors Stranded in Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Iran Deal
The UN's IMO will evacuate over 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, amid a US-Iran ceasefire deal and rising maritime traffic.
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Singapore Surgeons Remove 2.5cm Brain Tumour Through Eye Socket Using New Technique
Surgeons at National Neuroscience Institute and Tan Tock Seng Hospital removed a 2.5cm brain tumour through a patient’s eye socket using a minimally invasive method.
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Alibaba sues US Defense Department to be removed from Chinese military blacklist
Alibaba filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Defense to challenge its listing as a Chinese military-associated company.
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US stock markets fall as tech shares decline and inflation fears persist
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed lower multiple days through June 26, weighed down by major tech and chipmaker losses amid inflation concerns.