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Salesforce to buy AI customer service firm Fin for $3.6 billion
Salesforce signed a deal to acquire AI customer service platform Fin for $3.6 billion, expanding its autonomous AI agent offerings.
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FIFA clears VAR official Shaun Evans over white supremacist gesture at 2026 World Cup
FIFA cleared Australian VAR official Shaun Evans of intentional misconduct after his upside down 'OK' hand gesture during Germany vs Curacao match sparked controversy.
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US says Ebola risk during 2026 World Cup is low, hospitals ready
US officials say the risk of Ebola arriving during the 2026 World Cup is low, with hospitals prepared to respond if cases appear.
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Singapore trials satellite-based ERP 2 system with roadside e-parking ahead of 2027 launch
Singapore began trials of its satellite-based ERP 2 system in June 2026, including electronic parking payments for 1,000 motorists.
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Malaysia's LRT3 line set to begin operations by end of June 2026
Malaysia's LRT3 line connecting Shah Alam and Klang Valley is expected to start passenger service by late June 2026.
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Malaysian Banks to Waive RM1 Fee on Interbank ATM Withdrawals Starting July 1
Banks in Malaysia will waive the RM1 fee for interbank ATM and Smart Recycler Machine cash withdrawals nationwide from July 1, 2026.
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Pakistani police officer fatally shoots Australian girl during robbery in Punjab
A Pakistani police officer mistakenly shot dead 9- or 10-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed during a robbery in Chakwal, Punjab, on Wednesday night.
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Israel to maintain indefinite military presence in Lebanon, Gaza, and Syria despite US-Iran peace deal
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz announced on June 15 that Israeli forces will stay indefinitely in southern Lebanon, Gaza, and Syria despite a US-Iran peace agreement.
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Scotland’s Tartan Army Celebrates World Cup Win at Fenway Park with Red Sox Fans
Thousands of Scotland supporters sang and marched through Boston to Fenway Park on June 14 after Scotland’s World Cup win over Haiti.
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Bank of Japan raises policy rate to 1% for first time since 1995 amid inflation pressures
The Bank of Japan raised its short-term policy rate to 1% on June 16, the highest level in 31 years, citing inflation risks from energy prices and a weak yen.
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BBC to cut around 2,000 jobs including several hundred in core news department
BBC will cut about 2,000 jobs corporation-wide, starting with several hundred in the news department to save £500 million.
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Fox Corporation to acquire Roku for $22 billion in streaming deal
Fox Corporation announced it will buy Roku in a $22 billion cash-and-stock deal valued at $160 per share.
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Japanese Fans Clean Stadium After World Cup Match Amid Debate Over Men’s Housework
After Japan’s 2-2 draw with the Netherlands, fans stayed to clean the stadium, while domestic debate rages over low male housework time.
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Over 100 Stanford Graduates Walk Out During Google CEO’s Commencement Speech Over Israel Contract
More than 100 Stanford graduates walked out chanting 'Free Palestine' during Google CEO Sundar Pichai's June 14 commencement address over Google's contract with Israel.
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US Economy Grows Steadily at 2% Despite Global Shocks and Rising Inflation
The US economy expanded at an annualized 2% rate in May 2026, with strong job gains and capital investment despite trade tensions and global conflicts.
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13 World Cup Teams Reject UEFA President Ceferin’s 'Uninteresting' Match Comments
Thirteen nations at the 2026 World Cup issued a statement rejecting UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin's remarks calling some matches 'completely uninteresting'.
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Marius Borg Høiby sentenced to 4 years for rape and related crimes in Oslo court
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess, was sentenced to four years in prison for two rape convictions and other offenses.
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SpaceX raises $75 billion in largest IPO, Elon Musk forecasts $1 trillion revenue by 2030
SpaceX conducted the largest IPO in history on June 12, raising $75 billion and Elon Musk projected $1 trillion revenue by 2030.
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Trump threatens 100% tariff on French wine over digital services tax
US President Donald Trump warned on June 15 the US will impose a 100% tariff on French wines unless France cancels its 3% digital services tax on American tech firms.
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Starbucks Korea to close stores early June 22 for staff history and sensitivity training
Starbucks Korea will close all stores at 3pm June 22 for three hours of staff training on history and social sensitivity after a controversial promotion sparked outrage.
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US and Iran agree to reopen Strait of Hormuz after months-long blockade
The US and Iran reached a framework deal to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, to be signed June 19 in Switzerland.
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Japan fans clean up stadium after 2-2 World Cup draw with Netherlands in Texas
Japanese fans left Arlington's stadium spotless by picking up litter after their World Cup opener against the Netherlands on June 14, 2026.
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IPTV collections, AI security scans, and open clones highlight today's GitHub trends
Top repositories today reflect surging interest in IPTV playlists, AI agent security, and large open-source learning resources.
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US and Iran Reach Peace Agreement with Ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz Reopening
The United States and Iran agreed to an immediate ceasefire and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, starting 60 days of talks on sanctions, nuclear issues, and reconstruction.