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Rocket Lab agrees to acquire Iridium Communications for $8 billion in satellite deal
Rocket Lab will buy Iridium Communications for $8 billion to expand its satellite network and challenge SpaceX.
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Former NFL star Chris Johnson reveals ALS diagnosis at age 40
Chris Johnson, former NFL Offensive Player of the Year, announced his ALS diagnosis publicly on June 29, 2026.
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Russian missile and drone strikes kill at least nine in Ukraine’s Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia
Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least nine people and wounded dozens in multiple Ukrainian cities on 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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US Supreme Court blocks Trump’s attempt to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook in 5-4 ruling
The US Supreme Court barred President Donald Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook without due process in a 5-4 vote on June 29, 2026.
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Microsoft extends Windows 10 Extended Security Updates to October 12, 2027
Microsoft has extended Windows 10 Extended Security Updates by one year, moving the end date to October 12, 2027.
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US Supreme Court refuses to hear Trump's appeal in E Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
The US Supreme Court declined to review Donald Trump's appeal of a $5 million verdict favoring E Jean Carroll.
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Viktor Hovland wins 2026 Travelers Championship in playoff over Scottie Scheffler
Viktor Hovland defeated Scottie Scheffler in a Monday playoff to win the 2026 Travelers Championship in Connecticut.
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Five killed in shooting at youth welfare centre in Stade, northern Germany
Five adults were shot dead and two suspects arrested at a youth welfare facility in Stade on June 29, 2026.
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32,800 completed homes worth RM16.37 billion remain unsold in Malaysia as of Q1 2026
Malaysia reports 32,800 completed residential units valued at RM16.37 billion unsold nationwide as of Q1 2026.
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Singapore’s GIC grants Kenedix first rights to negotiate Tokyo office space sale
Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC gave Japanese developer Kenedix first negotiation rights for office floors in Tokyo’s Pacific Century Place Marunouchi building.
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South Korea unveils multi-hundred-billion-dollar projects to lead AI and chip industries
South Korea announced three major projects investing over $500 billion in semiconductors, AI data centers, and physical AI to dominate global markets.
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US and Iran agree to halt hostilities and plan further talks amid volatile markets
The US and Iran agreed June 28-29 to stop recent hostilities and resume diplomatic talks, raising cautious hopes amid market swings.
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Malaysia addresses West Asian conflict impacts on tourism and boosts maritime security in Langkawi
Malaysia discussed West Asian conflict effects on tourism and detailed maritime security readiness in Parliament this week.
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More than 100 dead dogs with gunshot wounds found at California animal shelter
Authorities uncovered 117 decomposed dog remains, many with gunshot wounds, at Miranda's Rescue Animal Sanctuary in Fortuna, California.
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Comcast to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into separate publicly traded company
Comcast announced it will separate NBCUniversal and Sky into a standalone public media company within about one year.
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Brazil defeats Japan 2-1 with late goal in 2026 World Cup round of 32
Brazil beat Japan 2-1 in Houston on June 29 after Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner in the World Cup round of 32 match.
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British American Tobacco to cut 5,500 jobs and outsource 3,500 roles worldwide by end 2026
British American Tobacco announced plans to reduce its global workforce by about 20%, cutting 5,500 jobs and outsourcing 3,500 roles by the end of 2026.
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One dead, another seriously injured in late-night shooting near San Jose World Cup fan zone
A shooting near San Pedro Square in San Jose, California, on June 28 killed one person and critically injured another, police said.
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Samsung and SK Group to invest up to $1.7 trillion in South Korea’s chip and AI sectors
Samsung and SK Group announced plans to invest about 2,000 trillion won ($1.3 to $1.7 trillion) over 10 years in South Korea’s semiconductor and AI industries.
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Malaysia Extends MH370 Search Contract with Ocean Infinity for One Year
Malaysia's Cabinet approved a 12-month extension with Ocean Infinity to search for MH370 until June 30, 2027.
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Malaysia launches Malaysia Digital 2030 plan to boost digital economy and AI leadership
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim launched Malaysia Digital 2030 aiming to transform Malaysia into a digital innovation leader by 2030.
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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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Switzerland beats Canada 2-1 to top Group B and advance in 2026 World Cup
Switzerland defeated Canada 2-1 on June 24 to finish first in Group B at the 2026 World Cup, with both teams advancing to the round of 32.