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Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion and Switch 2 port set for October 9, 2026
Capcom announced Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen expansion and a full Nintendo Switch 2 port, releasing October 9, 2026 worldwide.
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US Existing-Home Sales Rise 3.2% in May to Fastest Pace in 2026
US existing-home sales increased 3.2% in May to an annualized 4.17 million units, marking the fastest rate this year.
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Rivian launches 2027 R2 electric SUV with deliveries starting June 2026
Rivian began customer deliveries of the 2027 R2 Launch Edition electric SUV in June, priced just under $60,000.
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UK, Canada, France, Norway impose sanctions on Israeli settler violence in West Bank
Britain, Canada, France, and Norway announced coordinated sanctions on June 9 targeting Israeli settler violence networks in the West Bank.
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Record Eight Players Aged 40 or Older Selected for 2026 World Cup
A record eight players aged 40 or older were chosen for the 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
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EU to propose 21st sanctions round on Russia including entry ban for Russian soldiers
The European Union plans to propose a new sanctions package targeting Russian banks, oil traders, and for the first time, Russian soldiers, on June 10.
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Installation of Tunku Nadzaruddin as Negeri Sembilan ruler declared invalid
The June 5 ceremony proclaiming Tunku Nadzaruddin as the 12th Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan was declared invalid by the royal household on June 9.
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Singapore benefits temporarily from Middle East flight reroutings amid geopolitical tensions
Changi Airport and Singapore Airlines gained from over 400 extra Asia-Europe flights after Middle East airspace closed this year.
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Singapore to Negotiate First Free Trade Agreement with East African Community
Singapore announced it will negotiate a free trade agreement with the eight-member East African Community, marking a first for both sides.
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US Congress approves $70 billion funding for immigration enforcement under Trump
Congress passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill, signed into law by President Trump on June 10, 2026.
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UN report finds Palestinians trapped between Israeli forces, settlers, and Hamas amid abuses
The UN Commission reported on June 9 that Palestinians face severe rights violations by Israeli forces, settlers, and Hamas in Gaza and the West Bank.
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Tatjana Maria criticizes Queen's Club for denying defending champion wildcard
Tatjana Maria was forced to qualify for Queen's Club main draw despite being defending champion, sparking criticism of tournament wildcard policy.
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IATA urges passengers to leave bags behind during emergency evacuations to save lives
IATA launched a global campaign today urging passengers to leave luggage behind during emergency aircraft evacuations to prevent injuries and speed exits.
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Trump says Middle East peace deal with Iran in final stages, expected soon
US President Donald Trump said June 9 that peace talks with Iran are in their final stage and a deal could come within days.
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European Stocks Fall Amid Middle East Tensions and US Tech Selloff, MPS Surges on Bid
Europe’s Stoxx 600 index slipped to a two-week low on June 8–9 as Middle East conflicts and US tech losses hit markets, while Monte dei Paschi rose on a takeover bid.
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Grammy-winning British songwriter Talay Riley fatally stabbed in East London home
Talay Riley, Grammy-winning British songwriter, was stabbed to death June 5 in his East London garden; police arrested three suspects.
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Kevin Tan sentenced to 8 years 9 months jail and cane for raping 13-year-old girl
Kevin Tan, 28, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 8 years 9 months' jail and six cane strokes for raping a 13-year-old girl he met online.
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SingPost opens S$30 million automated parcel sorting hub, expands MyBlock service nationwide
SingPost launched a S$30 million automated parcel sorting facility in Tampines and will roll out SingPost@MyBlock service islandwide by September 30, 2026.
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Stellantis recalls over 1.3 million Jeep vehicles worldwide over fire risk
Stellantis recalled more than 1.3 million Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles globally due to a fire risk from faulty power steering wiring.
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US and Iran reach peace deal to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz
US and Iran announced a peace deal on June 15 ending the war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz to shipping.
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Global state-involved conflicts hit highest level since World War II in 2025
In 2025, 65 state-involved conflicts occurred worldwide, doubling state-to-state clashes and causing 245,000 deaths, experts say.
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Singapore Airlines and Southwest Airlines form interline partnership for US travel
Singapore Airlines and Southwest Airlines launched an interline partnership enabling single-ticket travel to nearly 120 US airports.
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Maybank facilitates RM20 billion financing for Johor-Singapore economic zone
Maybank has provided about RM20 billion in financing and investments for the Johor-Singapore special economic zone since 2024.
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Gale-force winds hit Wellington, causing flight cancellations and evacuations
Wellington faced gale-force winds and rough seas on June 9, forcing cancellations of flights and ferries, road closures, and mandatory evacuations along the south coast.