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2025 CEO Pay at S&P 500 Firms Reaches $17.7M Amid Growing Wage Gap
Median CEO pay hit $17.7 million in 2025, nearly 6% up, while median employee salaries grew 4.7% to $89,744, highlighting stark income disparity in US companies.
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Up to 100 vending machines offering $3 meals to roll out across North West District by end 2026
One hundred vending machines dispensing meals priced at $3 or below will be installed across Singapore’s North West District by end 2026 to support families facing rising living costs.
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Riot Games to end active development of League of Legends fighting game 2XKO in December 2026
Riot Games announced it will cease active development of 2XKO, its League of Legends fighting game, by the end of 2026.
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Game Science unveils 15-minute gameplay for Black Myth: Zhong Kui sequel
Game Science released 15 minutes of gameplay footage for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, revealing new combat and exploration features.
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French intellectual Edgar Morin dies at 104 in Paris
Edgar Morin, French philosopher and sociologist known for cinema verite, died at age 104 in Paris on May 30, 2026.
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ASEAN chief says US-China easing of tensions key for South-east Asia stability
ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn said US and China steps to ease tensions are crucial for South-east Asia’s stability and development.
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Russian Oreshnik Missile Fired at Ukraine Is Nine Years Old and Launched from Kapustin Yar
Russia has fired nine-year-old Oreshnik missiles at Ukraine from Kapustin Yar, including a May 24 attack near Kyiv with limited damage.
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Unite Here Local 11 Workers at SoFi Stadium Authorize Strike Vote Before World Cup Kickoff
Over 2,000 concession workers at SoFi Stadium have authorized a strike vote after stalled negotiations ahead of the 2026 World Cup opener.
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Body of missing 18-year-old Sydney hiker Lily Hooper found after eight-day search
Authorities found the body of 18-year-old Lily Hooper in Southern Highlands after an eight-day search near Sydney.
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Mohamed Salah leads Egypt's final 26-man squad for 2026 World Cup in North America
Mohamed Salah will captain Egypt’s final 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with 18-year-old Hamza Abdel Karim included.
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Malaysia launches Ops Kesan 6.0 to curb profiteering amid rising oil prices
Malaysia’s Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry began Ops Kesan 6.0 on June 1 to monitor and prevent profiteering during rising crude oil prices.
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US House committee advances bill to deepen US-Israel military integration
The House Armed Services Committee included a provision to closely integrate US and Israeli defense technology in the 2027 NDAA.
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Woman arrested for plotting ISIS-inspired bombing of New York State Capitol
Jessica Bowie, 35, was arrested for planning to bomb the New York State Capitol with a fake device on August 19, 2026.
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PM Anwar congratulates Tabung Haji and Amal for Saudi awards in pilgrimage services
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised Tabung Haji and Amal for winning top Saudi awards for excellence in managing Malaysian pilgrims during Hajj.
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US announces unprecedented coordinated sanctions aimed at collapsing Iranian economy
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans for the largest coordinated sanctions targeting Iran and urged allies including China to join or face consequences.
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James Harden signs three-year, $97 million deal with Cleveland Cavaliers
James Harden agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers on August 20, 2026.
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Arsenal open 2026-27 Premier League season hosting Coventry City at Emirates Stadium
Arsenal start their Premier League title defence against promoted Coventry City on August 21, 2026 at Emirates Stadium.
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US and Cuban Military Hold Rare Security Talks Near Guantanamo Bay
Senior US and Cuban military leaders met near Guantanamo Bay on May 29 for rare security discussions.
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Malaysia boosts supply chain cooperation amid job losses and economic uncertainty
Malaysia’s government is strengthening international supply chain ties to protect jobs and support the economy amid rising unemployment and global volatility.
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Meta launches Pocket app in US for creating and sharing AI-powered interactive minigames
Meta rolled out Pocket in the US on August 20, enabling users to build and share small AI-driven games called gizmos.
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Israel Opens Tender for Over 1,200 Homes in Controversial West Bank E1 Settlement
Israel issued tenders for about 1,200 homes in the E1 area east of Jerusalem, sparking condemnation from Western countries and the UN.
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61% of Singaporeans find roads safe as traffic deaths hit decade high in 2025
A survey found 61% of Singaporeans consider roads safe while traffic deaths and speeding violations surged last year.
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Over 600 Indian and mamak restaurants in Malaysia face closure amid labour shortage
More than 600 Indian and mamak restaurants across Malaysia risk permanent closure due to labour shortages, jeopardizing 5,000 jobs.
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ASEAN Defence Ministers Reaffirm Commitment to Trade Flow through International Corridors
ASEAN defence ministers met on May 30 to pledge support for free trade flow via key corridors like the Straits of Malacca and Singapore.