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PwC finds AI raises skill needs and reshapes entry-level jobs worldwide
PwC's 2026 AI Jobs Barometer shows AI is increasing skill demands and changing early career roles globally.
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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee undecided on second term amid policy focus
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee says he has not decided on seeking a second term, emphasizing policy continuity and economic challenges.
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Google Earth launches web flight simulator available without app or login
Google launched a web-based flight simulator on Google Earth globally on June 12, 2026, accessible without installation or login.
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Tyra Banks sues Netflix over alleged false portrayal in America's Next Top Model documentary
Tyra Banks filed a 65-page lawsuit accusing Netflix and producers of defamatory editing in a three-part documentary.
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Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day Tops North American Box Office with $44 Million Debut
Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day led North American box office with $44 million opening weekend.
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Microsoft CEO Nadella says Xbox gaming not profitable after 25 years of investment
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella acknowledged Xbox has faced profitability challenges despite 25 years of investment and more monetization occurring on YouTube than Microsoft itself.
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Sony ends PC ports of PlayStation singleplayer exclusives, cutting ties with Chinese PC market
Sony has stopped porting singleplayer PlayStation exclusives to PC, shifting focus to PS5 exclusives and new content.
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Zhipu AI launches open-source GLM-5.2 with 1 million token context window
Zhipu AI released its GLM-5.2 language model with a 1 million token context window and open-source MIT license on June 17, 2026.
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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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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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Stellantis and Dongfeng form joint venture to build EVs in France
Stellantis and Dongfeng launched a Europe joint venture to assemble Dongfeng's Voyah EVs at Stellantis' Rennes plant in France.
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China confirms order for 200 Boeing aircraft amid rising air travel demand
China confirmed a deal to purchase 200 Boeing planes, marking the largest new Boeing order since 2017.
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YouTube launches AI conversational search and Gemini Omni video tools for Shorts
YouTube introduced 'Ask YouTube' AI search and Gemini Omni AI video editing features in May 2026.
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BYD uses own fleet to export 1,768 electric vehicles to Mexico amid shipping challenges
BYD shipped 1,768 electric vehicles to Mexico in late 2025 using its own freighter fleet to navigate global freight disruptions.
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Lowy Institute report warns of growing Chinese direct missile strike threat to Australia
The Lowy Institute says China’s missile threat to mainland Australia is rising with expanded long-range weapons and artificial island bases.
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South Korea's Kospi rallies 80% and Taiwan gains 40% led by AI semiconductor boom
South Korea's Kospi index rose about 80% and Taiwan's stock market climbed 40% in 2026, driven by AI-driven semiconductor companies.
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Taiwan Travelogue by Yang Shuang-zi wins 2026 International Booker Prize
Taiwanese author Yang Shuang-zi and translator Lin King won the 2026 International Booker Prize for Taiwan Travelogue.
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Norway confirms Europe's first bird flu case in polar bear on Svalbard
Norwegian authorities detected avian influenza H5N5 in a polar bear and walrus found dead in Svalbard's Arctic region in May 2026.
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Two Chinese World Cup Fans Robbed at Gunpoint Near Mexico City Airport
Two Chinese football fans were robbed at gunpoint near Mexico City International Airport on June 10, 2026, shortly after arriving for the World Cup.
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Barclays: Humanoid Robots Could Offset 60% of China’s Labor Force Decline by 2035
Barclays estimates humanoid robots in China may offset up to 60% of a 37 million labor force decline by 2035.
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Two New Sexual Abuse Complaints Filed Against French Singer Patrick Bruel
Two women filed fresh sexual abuse complaints against French singer Patrick Bruel on June 12, 2026.
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Knife attack injures three, including two Japanese nationals, at Shanghai restaurant
A 59-year-old man attacked three people with a knife at a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai on May 19, injuring two Japanese men and one Chinese woman.
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North Belfast stabbing wounds man, sparks violent anti-immigrant riots
A stabbing in North Belfast on June 8 seriously injured a man and triggered violent anti-immigrant protests.