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Chinese Tycoon Guo Wengui Sentenced to 30 Years in U.S. Prison for Billion-Dollar Fraud
Guo Wengui was sentenced June 29 in Manhattan to 30 years in prison for leading a $1 billion fraud scheme targeting supporters of Chinese democracy.
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US Intelligence to Report on Xi Jinping and Chinese CCP Leaders' Hidden Wealth by December 2026
US intelligence agencies are compiling a report revealing detailed wealth and assets of Xi Jinping and 24 other top Chinese Communist Party officials.
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Australia and Vanuatu sign deal barring foreign military bases on Vanuatu
Australia and Vanuatu signed a security and economic agreement on June 29 restricting foreign military bases and boosting cooperation.
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5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Injures 13 in Sichuan's Yibin County
A 5.5-magnitude quake in Gaoxian county, Yibin, Sichuan, injured 13 people and prompted evacuations early June 29, 2026.
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Chinese dissident Dong Guangping escapes China and arrives in Canada after multiple attempts
Chinese dissident Dong Guangping, 68, successfully fled China by boat and reached Canada on June 26, 2026.
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Andy Burnham poised to become UK Prime Minister, pledges major devolution from London
Andy Burnham is set to become UK Prime Minister by mid-July 2026, promising extensive power devolution to regions and local communities.
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Eleven killed in parachuting plane crash near Nancy, France
A small plane carrying parachutists crashed near Nancy, France, killing all 11 on board, including the pilot, five students, and five instructors.
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Former Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov Dies at 73
Sergei Ivanov, former Russian defense minister and longtime Putin ally, died at age 73, Kremlin announced June 26.
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Dozens arrested in Surabaya as protests erupt over fuel price rise and meal scheme
Surabaya police arrested dozens after about 100 protesters clashed over a fuel price hike and President Prabowo's free meals program on June 26.
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China removes six military lawmakers amid Xi Jinping's anti-corruption purge
China's National People's Congress Standing Committee removed six military lawmakers June 26 amid ongoing anti-corruption efforts.
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Small plane crashes into Beijing’s China Zun tower, killing pilot and injuring 13
A light sport aircraft crashed into Beijing’s China Zun tower on June 26, killing the pilot and injuring 13 people on the ground.
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FCC Expands Ban on Imports of Chinese Telecom and Surveillance Equipment Including Older Models
The US Federal Communications Commission broadened its import ban on Chinese telecom and video surveillance gear to include older models, effective early July 2026.
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EU disburses first tranche of €90 billion loan to Ukraine for recovery
The European Union released the first €3-3.2 billion from a €90 billion loan package to aid Ukraine's post-war recovery at the Gdansk conference.
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Thailand issues arrest warrant for Chinese businessman Wang Yicheng over illegal crypto mining and money laundering
Thailand's Department of Special Investigation issued an arrest warrant for Wang Yicheng over illegal crypto mining linked to money laundering and scams.
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Two Hong Kong bookstore owners arrested and bailed over sedition and money laundering charges
Two proprietors of Hunter bookstore in Hong Kong were arrested on sedition and money laundering charges and released on bail today.
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Small plane crashes into Beijing's tallest building, killing pilot and injuring 13
A light-sport aircraft crashed into Beijing's 108-story CITIC Tower on June 26, killing the pilot and injuring 13 people inside the building.
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Former South Korean first lady Kim Keon Hee sentenced to 7 years for bribery
Kim Keon Hee received a seven-year prison sentence for accepting luxury bribes in exchange for political favors.
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North Korea tests upgraded rocket launcher, ballistic missiles, and howitzers near South Korea
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw upgraded weapons tests on June 25 including a 240mm multiple rocket launcher and tactical ballistic missiles aimed at South Korea.
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King Charles III and Queen Camilla Will Not Move Into Buckingham Palace After Renovations
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will remain at Clarence House after Buckingham Palace renovation ends in 2027 to increase public access.
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UK, France, Germany, US voice concern over Chinese maritime activities off eastern Taiwan
On June 24, Western countries condemned Chinese maritime patrols east of Taiwan as threats to regional stability and navigation rights.
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Taiwan KMT Chair Zheng Liwen’s US Visit Draws Sharp Criticism and Controversy
Zheng Liwen led a US trip from June 1-16 to discuss Taiwan Strait peace, sparking DPP backlash and debate over her stance on China and Taiwan.
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Keiko Fujimori near victory in Peru’s presidential run-off with narrow lead
Keiko Fujimori holds a slim, likely unbeatable lead over Roberto Sanchez in Peru’s June 7 presidential run-off.
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Two passenger trains collide near Bialosliwie village in west-central Poland
Two passenger trains collided near Bialosliwie, Poland, on June 25, injuring two people and derailing some carriages.
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UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves Backs Andy Burnham as Next Prime Minister
Finance Minister Rachel Reeves publicly supports Andy Burnham for UK Prime Minister as Labour leadership contest looms.