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Malaysian Bar challenges Federal Court judge Ahmad Terrirudin’s JAC appointment in court
The Malaysian Bar filed a judicial review challenging Federal Court Judge Ahmad Terrirudin’s Judicial Appointments Commission membership appointed by PM Anwar Ibrahim.
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European Central Bank Raises Interest Rates to 2.25% Amid Inflation Fueled by Iran War
The European Central Bank raised its main deposit rate by 0.25 points to 2.25% on June 11, citing inflation from the ongoing Iran conflict.
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China's May 2026 crude imports drop to lowest since 2017 amid Iran war supply disruptions
China's crude oil imports fell sharply in May 2026 to 7.8 million barrels per day, the lowest since 2017, as Iran war supply shocks cut flows at the Strait of Hormuz.
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French singer Patrick Bruel charged with rape and sexual assault involving multiple women
Patrick Bruel, 67, was formally charged with rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and harassment after investigation by French prosecutors.
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China's May 2026 exports jump 19% led by AI hardware despite Middle East tensions
China's exports surged 19%-19.4% year-on-year in May 2026, driven by booming AI and semiconductor demand amid Middle East conflict.
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Spain and France Lead Hot Betting Market Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup Kickoff
Spain and France are top favorites to win the expanded 2026 World Cup, with record global betting expected to exceed $50 billion.
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Scotland captain Andy Robertson to carry late Diogo Jota's World Cup dream
Andy Robertson received a letter from Diogo Jota's widow and will represent both at 2026 World Cup.
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Nithya Raman advances to November runoff for LA mayor, edging out Spencer Pratt
Nithya Raman secured second place in the Los Angeles mayoral primary, advancing to a runoff against incumbent Karen Bass.
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UN urges immediate lifting of US sanctions on Cuba citing severe humanitarian harm
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk said US sanctions since January 2026 are causing critical harm to Cubans, including rising infant deaths and medicine shortages.
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Elon Musk unveils SpaceX’s AI1 satellite and plans one million AI data center satellites
Elon Musk revealed detailed designs of SpaceX’s AI1 satellite and outlined plans to build one million AI data center satellites.
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UK grid expects 800MW power demand spike during England's World Cup opener
Britain’s grid operator anticipates up to 800MW surge in electricity demand during England's June 17 World Cup game against Croatia.
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Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung and actor Jung Kyung-ho confirm split after 14 years
Sooyoung of Girls’ Generation and actor Jung Kyung-ho confirmed their breakup after dating for 14 years, agencies said June 9.
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Utsunomiya captures roaming black bear after days of sightings, school closures
Officials in Utsunomiya captured a 100-kg black bear after multiple sightings forced city schools to close for several days.
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US and Iran sign interim peace deal to end hostilities and reopen Strait of Hormuz
The US and Iran signed a 14-point interim peace agreement including a ceasefire extension and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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US-Iran tensions rise after US Apache downed and retaliatory strikes exchanged
A US Apache helicopter went down June 8 near Strait of Hormuz, triggering US strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation on US bases.
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Global Nuclear Weapons Spending Hits Record $119 Billion in 2025
Nine nuclear-armed countries spent nearly $119 billion on nuclear arsenals in 2025, a 19-20% rise from 2024.
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Studies link smartphone spread to falling birth rates in US and worldwide
Research shows smartphone adoption since 2007 correlates with declines in birth rates among US and global females aged 15 to 24.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim urges ethical, human-centred AI development in Tokyo speeches
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for AI development rooted in ethics, humanity, and inclusive governance during Tokyo talks on June 9 and 10.
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GSK agrees to acquire US cancer biotech Nuvalent for $10.6 billion
GSK announced it will acquire Nuvalent, a US cancer biotech, for about $10.6 billion at a 40% premium.
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AI Agent Skills, Vector Search, and OpenAI Plugins Lead GitHub Stars Today
Trending repos focus on AI agents synthesizing social data, efficient vector search in Rust, and expanding OpenAI plugin ecosystem.
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AI firm Perplexity commits to 2028 IPO regardless of Anthropic and OpenAI filings
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas confirmed the company will go public in 2028 regardless of Anthropic or OpenAI IPO outcomes.
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Former MACC chief Azam Baki files defamation suit against Albert Tei after intimidation probe ends
Azam Baki, former MACC chief, sued businessman Albert Tei for defamation following a police intimidation probe closed as no further action.
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UBS halves Asia ESG staff amid global sustainability restructuring
UBS cut its Asia sustainability office staff from seven to three amid wider global ESG workforce reductions.
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Gordie Howe International Bridge nears June 15 opening despite prior Trump threats
The US-Canada Gordie Howe International Bridge, a $4.7 billion project, is set to open around June 15, 2026, after years of construction and political dispute.