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US Federal Reserve holds rates steady as US dollar reacts to Iran deal and Japan rate hike
The Federal Reserve kept rates steady June 17 amid US-Iran agreement effects and Bank of Japan rate rise, impacting the US dollar and Asian currencies.
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Janeese Lewis George wins Democratic primary for Washington, DC mayor
Janeese Lewis George won the Democratic primary for Washington, DC mayor, with Kenyan McDuffie conceding the race.
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US and Iran sign interim deal to start 60-day talks and reopen Strait of Hormuz
US Vice President JD Vance announced a 60-day negotiating period after US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities and lift blockade June 18.
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Valve releases SteamOS 3.8 with Steam Machine support and desktop upgrades
Valve officially released SteamOS 3.8 with initial Steam Machine support and multiple desktop improvements on June 19, 2026.
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Royal Malaysian Air Force expands fleet with Anka-S drones, FA-50M jets, and air defence upgrades
The Royal Malaysian Air Force launched Anka-S drone operations and announced plans to expand its fleet and improve air and maritime capabilities today.
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All detainees transferred from Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz detention center amid hurricane season
All detainees have been moved out of Florida's Alligator Alcatraz immigration facility due to hurricane season safety concerns.
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Mexico and South Korea Vie for Top Spot in World Cup Group A
Mexico and South Korea each won their opening matches and meet today in Guadalajara to decide Group A leader.
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Canada beats Qatar 6-0 in Vancouver for first-ever World Cup finals win
Canada defeated Qatar 6-0 at BC Place in Vancouver on June 18 to claim their first-ever World Cup finals victory.
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US and Iran Sign Memorandum to Start Peace Talks, Set 60-Day Negotiation Window
US President Trump and Iranian President Pezeshkian signed a memorandum to negotiate a permanent peace deal within 60 days amid ongoing conflict.
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New York Knicks hold ticker-tape parade after first NBA title in 53 years
The New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA championship in 53 years with a ticker-tape parade in Manhattan on June 18, 2026.
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New Madrid Grand Prix circuit unveiled, set for September despite ongoing work
Organizers unveiled the Madring circuit June 16 in Madrid and expect it ready for the September Spanish Grand Prix despite construction delays.
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SpaceX IPO closes up 19% with $1.8 trillion valuation amid resale limits for retail investors
SpaceX completed its IPO June 12, closing up 19.22% at $160.95 per share, with retail investors facing resale restrictions.
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Wildfire near Catalonia rail line halts Madrid-Barcelona high-speed trains amid heatwave alert
A wildfire near the Catalonia high-speed rail line forced suspension of Madrid-Barcelona train services today as Spain faces a heatwave warning.
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Waymo recalls nearly 3,900 robotaxis over freeway construction zone software flaw
Waymo is recalling 3,871 robotaxis in the US due to a software defect causing them to enter closed freeway construction zones at speed.
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US Gasoline Prices Fall Below $4 per Gallon for First Time Since March
The US nationwide average gasoline price dropped below $4 per gallon on June 17, 2026, amid easing Middle East tensions.
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Ombudsman wins second consecutive Prince of Wales's Stakes at Royal Ascot
Ombudsman won the Prince of Wales's Stakes at Royal Ascot on June 17, securing back-to-back victories in the Group 1 race.
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Bank of England keeps interest rates at 3.75% as oil prices ease after US-Iran truce
The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% by a 7-2 vote amid a more positive oil price outlook following a US-Iran truce.
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Rockstar Games sets GTA 6 release for November 19 with $79.99 price, digital-only discs
Rockstar Games announced GTA 6 will launch on November 19, 2026, with pre-orders open since June 25 and physical copies as download codes.
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Real Madrid signs France defender Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool on free transfer
Real Madrid signed France defender Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer from Liverpool with a four-year deal.
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Israel presses US to keep troops in southern Lebanon despite US-Iran ceasefire deal
Israel is holding tough talks with the US to maintain troop deployment in southern Lebanon despite a recent US-Iran interim peace pact calling for withdrawal.
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18-year-old Indian tourist dies after horse-drawn carriage accident in Central Park
An 18-year-old tourist from India died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park on June 17.
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Harvard Tops U.S. News 2026-2027 Global Rankings; Six California Schools in Top 25, Taiwan Shines in QS List
Harvard University ranked first in the U.S. News 2026-2027 global university rankings; six California schools made the top 25, while Taiwan placed four universities in QS top 200.
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Ivory Coast’s Elye Wahi cleared to enter Canada after initial visa denial amid match-fixing probe
Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi was first denied then granted Canadian entry for the 2026 World Cup match against Germany amid a match-fixing investigation.
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Malaysia rises to 15th place in 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking
Malaysia jumped eight spots to 15th among 70 economies in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking.