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Philippines tops global solar panel spending with $407M imports amid rising power costs
The Philippines imported $407 million in solar panels from March to May 2026, a 145% surge after electricity prices rose 10%.
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Saudi Arabia Football Federation President Yasser Al-Misehal Resigns After World Cup Exit
Yasser Al-Misehal resigned as president of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation on June 28 following the national team's early 2026 World Cup exit.
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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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Police seek 59-year-old driver who fled after causing three-vehicle crash on Federal Highway
Police are investigating a hit-and-run on June 20 where a 59-year-old driver caused a three-vehicle crash on the Federal Highway and fled the scene.
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Japan to face Brazil in World Cup round of 32 without injured Takefusa Kubo
Japan will play Brazil in the World Cup round of 32 on June 30 in Houston without star winger Takefusa Kubo due to injury.
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Warriors pursue LeBron James, Anthony Davis to join Curry and Green in 2026-27 lineup
Golden State Warriors pursue LeBron James and Anthony Davis after Draymond Green declined his player option, aiming to form a veteran core with Curry.
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WhatsApp starts username reservations for 3 billion users to improve privacy
WhatsApp began allowing 3 billion users worldwide to reserve unique usernames on June 29 to connect without sharing phone numbers.
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China and India’s top firms lose market cap share amid AI lag, Asia markets diverge
China and India’s top 10 companies’ market cap share fell over the past year as AI-led rivals in Taiwan and South Korea surged.
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Lighter Refereeing Pushes 2026 World Cup to Faster, More Intense Play
The 2026 World Cup features lenient refereeing and fewer fouls, leading to faster, more physical matches with higher scoring.
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Australia's Labor Party retakes poll lead ahead of One Nation and Liberals
Australia's Labor Party regained the lead in opinion polls with about 33% support, surpassing One Nation and the Liberal-National coalition.
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Trump calls D.C. mayoral nominee Janeese Lewis George a communist, vows meeting
Donald Trump called Washington D.C. mayoral nominee Janeese Lewis George a communist and warned she would destroy the city, while pledging to meet with her.
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Dbrand Cancels Steam Machine Companion Cube Case After Valve License Denial
Dbrand pulled its Steam Machine Companion Cube case from sale after failing to secure a license from Valve, issuing full refunds to customers.
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Israeli strikes kill multiple Palestinians including children in Gaza despite ceasefire
Israeli military carried out air and drone strikes killing several Palestinians including children in Gaza from June 28 to July 3, violating an ongoing ceasefire.
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Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina vows to return in 2026 despite death sentence
Sheikh Hasina, former Bangladesh prime minister sentenced to death in absentia, vowed to return home this year despite political risks.
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Severe flooding in Kentucky causes 4 deaths and state of emergency
Heavy rains in Kentucky caused flooding that killed 4 people and led Governor Beshear to declare a state of emergency.
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Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis indicted in sports betting scheme
Malik Beasley and Ed Davis face federal charges for allegedly rigging player performance to influence NBA prop bets.
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US and Iran hold talks in Doha on Strait of Hormuz and interim peace deal
US and Iranian teams met in Doha in early July to discuss implementing a peace deal ending months of conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
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Yamamoto shines as Dodgers beat Padres twice, extend NL West lead to 10 games
Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched 6 strong innings in Dodgers' 15-3 win June 28; Dodgers won again 4-2 June 29 to extend NL West lead.
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Australia to double fines and expand powers to enforce under-16 social media ban
Australia will double fines for social media firms violating under-16 access ban and expand regulator powers to enforce compliance.
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Sam Kerr returns to Gotham FC with contract through 2030
Sam Kerr signed a long-term deal to rejoin Gotham FC, returning to the NWSL after seven years abroad.
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US Supreme Court allows Trump to fire most independent agency officials, protects Federal Reserve
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump can fire heads of most independent agencies, except Federal Reserve governors who are protected by a 5-4 vote.
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Microsoft Xbox pauses new third-party Game Pass deals amid restructuring
Microsoft Xbox has halted signing new third-party game deals for Game Pass as part of a strategic restructuring under new boss Asha Sharma.
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French Open finalist Maja Chwalinska exits Wimbledon first round after injury on match point
20th seed Maja Chwalinska retired injured on match point in first-round Wimbledon loss to Mananchaya Sawangkaew.
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Lawsuit Accuses Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron of DRAM Price-Fixing and Supply Collusion
Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron face a class-action suit in California alleging DRAM price-fixing and supply restriction since 2022.