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Microsoft boosts GitHub capacity with AWS to handle AI code surge
Microsoft is adding Amazon Web Services capacity to GitHub due to a surge in AI-driven code activity straining the platform.
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UK, EU, and Canada impose new sanctions on Russia's shadow fleet, military, and finance
On June 15-16, 2026, the UK, EU, and Canada announced fresh sanctions targeting Russia's shadow fleet, military sector, energy, and finance including Yandex Bank.
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India temporarily blocks Telegram to curb exam fraud ahead of NEET re-exam
India banned Telegram from June 16 to 22 and disabled message editing until June 30 to prevent cheating ahead of the NEET re-exam on June 21.
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Series Sales Surge on Steam During June 2026 Promotion
Square Enix saw major spikes in Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade and Rebirth Steam player counts amid a June sale.
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Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Raises Over $7 Billion with Founder-Controlled Funding Structure
DeepSeek completed a $7.4 billion funding round in June 2026 using a unique structure to preserve founder control.
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Former Ikram member pleads not guilty to 158 graft charges involving RM98 million
Fakhrudin Abd Karim pleaded not guilty to 158 graft charges involving more than RM98 million linked to Ikram Hulu Selangor branch funds.
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Record 45% of central banks plan to boost gold reserves amid dollar decline
Nearly half of central banks worldwide intend to increase gold holdings over the next year amid geopolitical risks and waning dollar dominance.
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AT&S to invest up to €2 billion to expand Kulim plant amid AI demand
Austrian circuit board maker AT&S announced a €2 billion expansion of its Kulim, Malaysia plant driven by strong AI infrastructure demand.
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Iran protests strict US travel restrictions at 2026 World Cup to FIFA
Iran’s football federation lodged a complaint with FIFA over US visa rules limiting the team’s US match travel during the 2026 World Cup.
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China’s home prices fall faster in May amid property market weakness
New-home prices in 70 Chinese cities dropped 0.2% month-on-month in May 2026, accelerating the decline from April as resale values also fell sharply.
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AI agents, learning resources, IPTV top GitHub stars June 16
Today’s trending GitHub projects highlight AI agent tools, extensive coding and AI learning resources, and a massive IPTV channel collection.
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Reserve Bank of Australia keeps cash rate at 4.35% amid inflation and slowing growth
The Reserve Bank of Australia left its official cash rate unchanged at 4.35% on June 16, pausing after three hikes but warning inflation remains too high.
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Social Media and Video Platforms Overtake Traditional Media as Top Global News Sources in 2026
For the first time in 2026, social media and video platforms surpassed traditional media as the main global news sources, used by 54% of respondents.
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Dutch court sentences Syrian interrogator to 26 years for torture and sexual violence
A Dutch court sentenced Rafik A. to 26 years for crimes against humanity including torture and rape during Syria's Assad era.
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UNICEF: Nearly Half of World’s Children Face Three or More Overlapping Climate Hazards
UNICEF reports that roughly 1.1 billion children globally are exposed to at least three overlapping climate hazards.
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Taiwan's 2026 Local Elections Marked by Tight Races and Campaign Controversies
Close polls and family asset disputes dominate Taiwan’s 2026 local elections, with tight contests in Kaohsiung and New Taipei City.
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US and Iran agree to reopen Strait of Hormuz, ships already moving amid ally doubts
US and Iran announced a peace deal reopening the Strait of Hormuz with ships moving through and formal signing set for June 19, 2026.
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China’s retail sales fall 0.6% in May 2026, first drop since Covid amid economic slowdown
China’s retail sales declined 0.6% year-on-year in May 2026, reversing April gains and signaling deeper economic weakness.
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US Gasoline Prices Dip Below $4 a Gallon for First Time Since April Amid US-Iran Deal
US average retail gasoline prices fell below $4 a gallon on June 14 amid optimism over a US-Iran peace agreement reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
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Saudi Arabia and Uruguay Draw 1-1 in Group H Opener at 2026 World Cup
Saudi Arabia and Uruguay played to a 1-1 draw in their Group H opener at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on June 15.
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Erling Haaland scores twice as Norway beats Iraq 4-1 in World Cup opener
Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in their 2026 World Cup opening match in Boston on June 16.
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Lionel Messi scores hat-trick as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in 2026 World Cup opener
Lionel Messi scored three goals as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their 2026 World Cup Group J opener in Kansas City on June 16.
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Singapore develops AI 'nutrition labels' to clarify safe usage and risks
Singapore is working with tech firms to create voluntary AI product 'nutrition labels' showing intended uses and limitations.
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Hungarian Parliament Limits Prime Minister Terms to Eight Years, Blocking Orban's Return
Hungarian parliament approved a constitutional amendment on June 15, 2026, capping prime minister terms at eight years, barring Viktor Orban from returning to office.