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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Won't Launch on Xbox Game Pass in 2026
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will launch worldwide on October 23, 2026, but will not be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch.
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Four Singaporean Men Charged Over Largest Seizure of Etomidate-Laced Kpods
Four Singaporean men were charged in connection with the largest seizure of etomidate-laced Kpods in Singapore, seized at checkpoints and residences since May.
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Japan sees surge in fatal bear attacks, launches new surveillance and safety efforts
At least five people have died from bear attacks since April 2026 in northern Japan amid a nationwide rise in encounters.
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to visit four Nordic countries in July 2026
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Norway from July 2 to 8, 2026, for diplomatic meetings and cooperation talks.
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Malaysia approves RM500 million in microfinancing to support 30,000 entrepreneurs amid rising costs
Malaysia’s government approved over RM500 million in microfinancing for more than 30,000 entrepreneurs between May 15 and June 26, 2026.
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France beats Sweden 3-0 to reach World Cup last 16 with Mbappe scoring twice
France defeated Sweden 3-0 in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice to lead the team into the last 16.
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Cyberattack disrupts parking payments across 64 Malaysian councils for three days
A cyberattack on the Flexi Parking app shut down parking payments in 64 local councils from June 30 to July 2, 2026.
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Japan raises business manager visa capital to 30 million yen, challenging foreign entrepreneurs
Japan’s ruling party raised capital requirements for business manager visas in late 2025, threatening many foreign-owned businesses.
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Typhoon Dolphin strikes Okinawa and China's east coast, causing power outages and evacuations
Typhoon Dolphin hit Okinawa on Saturday, cutting power to over 44,000 buildings and injuring several, then made landfall Sunday in China's Zhejiang province prompting massive evacuations.
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Netflix developing live-action Persona TV series with Story Kitchen and 21 Laps
Netflix is producing a live-action Persona TV series with Story Kitchen and 21 Laps, led by showrunner Christopher Monfette.
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United States to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match
The US men's soccer team will play Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 3, 2026, in the Round of 32 at the World Cup in Santa Clara, California.
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Anwar Ibrahim and Wan Azizah visit Fadillah Yusof and Ismail Sabri at National Heart Institute
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and wife Wan Azizah visited DPM Fadillah Yusof and ex-PM Ismail Sabri at IJN on August 8, 2026.
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USMNT to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2026 World Cup round of 32 match
The US men's national soccer team will play Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 1 at Levi's Stadium in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Aaron Wan-Bissaka key for DR Congo in World Cup tie against England in Atlanta
London-born fullback Aaron Wan-Bissaka played a pivotal defensive role for DR Congo in their World Cup last-32 match versus England on June 29.
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Biden-era Save student loan repayment plan ends July 1, forcing 7M borrowers to switch
The Save Plan ends July 1, 2026, requiring over 7 million US borrowers to choose new repayment plans within 90 days of notification.
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AI coding agents and engineering skills lead GitHub stars today
Self-improving AI agents and developer skill frameworks drive trending repos, alongside auth tools and niche open source projects.
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Over 30,000 consumers approved for higher Budi Diesel quota in Malaysia
More than 30,000 Malaysians have been approved to increase their Budi Madani Diesel quota from 200 to 300 litres monthly.
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Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd speeds transformation after March 2025 privatisation amid PAC scrutiny
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd accelerated operational and governance changes after privatisation as Malaysia’s Public Accounts Committee urged stronger oversight.
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Grassroots Movement Sweeps US Targeting Flock License Plate Cameras Over Privacy
A growing grassroots movement across the US is disabling and protesting Flock’s license plate reader cameras amid privacy concerns.
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Former SK Hynix Employee Sentenced to 18 Months for Leaking Semiconductor Secrets to Chinese Firm
A former SK Hynix employee was sentenced to 18 months in jail for leaking semiconductor technology to a Chinese company in 2022.
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AI Chipmakers Drive Strong Stock Gains in Asia and US in First Half of 2026
Shares of AI-focused chipmakers surged in early 2026, powering big market gains in Asia and the US.
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Malaysia to review and upgrade airport baggage screening after pilot drug smuggling case
Malaysia's government will review and consider upgrading airport baggage scanners following the arrest of a pilot smuggling 25 kg of drugs.
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Pentagon drafts nuclear strategy to expand US President’s options with tactical nukes
The Pentagon is planning a new nuclear strategy to increase the US President’s use of tactical nuclear weapons in regional conflicts with China or Russia.
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US-Iran clashes and Fed rate hike fears drive gold price volatility in late June 2026
Gold prices fluctuated amid US-Iran military clashes and worries over Federal Reserve interest rate hikes in late June 2026.