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England begin US heat acclimatisation camp ahead of World Cup opening June 17
England's football team started a 10-day heat acclimatisation camp in Florida as they prepare for World Cup matches in hot North American venues.
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Two Explosions Hit Cargo Vessel off Iraq, One Linked to Drone Attack
A cargo vessel near Umm Qasr, Iraq, was struck by two explosions on June 1, including one from a drone attack, Iraqi officials said.
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Explosion at fireworks factory in Malta injures two men
An explosion at the Ta’ Lourdes fireworks factory in Naxxar, Malta, on June 1 injured two men and caused multiple blasts.
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Former Dragon Age Producer Proposes Product Placement as New Game Monetization Model
Mark Darrah, ex-Dragon Age producer, suggests product placement could offer a sustainable alternative to microtransactions and live service models in gaming.
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UK releases 1,500 pages on Peter Mandelson's controversial US ambassador appointment
The UK government released a second batch of documents June 1 exposing internal disputes over Peter Mandelson's US ambassador role amid Epstein ties.
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Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Set Launches Worldwide September 16 with All-Foil Cards
The Pokémon Trading Card Game will release its 30th Anniversary 30th Celebration set worldwide on September 16, 2026, featuring all-foil cards and 30 unique Pikachu variants.
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Barry Diller’s People Inc offers over $18 billion to buy MGM Resorts
People Inc, chaired by Barry Diller, proposed a cash offer of $48.30 per share to acquire MGM Resorts for over $18 billion.
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Malaysia’s Health Ministry intensifies crackdown on online vape and smoking product sales
Malaysia’s Health Ministry launched a nationwide operation targeting online promotion and sale of vaping and smoking products to protect youth.
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Japanese PM urges Iran for free Strait of Hormuz passage and US ceasefire flexibility
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called on Iran for free shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and urged flexibility in US-Iran ceasefire talks on June 1.
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Lille appoint Davide Ancelotti as manager on two-year contract
Lille named Davide Ancelotti as first-team coach on a two-year deal starting June 1, 2026.
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SpaceX reserves 5% of IPO shares for employees and select associates
SpaceX will reserve up to 5% of shares in its IPO for employees and executive associates through a direct share program allowing immediate sales.
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England captain Leah Williamson out of Women's World Cup qualifiers with hamstring injury
England captain Leah Williamson will miss qualifiers against Spain and Ukraine due to a hamstring injury.
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Israel and Lebanon agree to partial ceasefire pending Hezbollah halt of fire
Israel and Lebanon reached a partial ceasefire on June 3 requiring Hezbollah to stop attacks and evacuate southern Lebanon, US officials said.
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Six stabbed and 24 arrested during Arsenal Premier League victory parade in London
Six people were stabbed and 24 arrested after Arsenal's Premier League trophy parade in north London on Sunday evening.
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John Kear, Rugby League Coach and Broadcaster, Dies at 71
John Kear, former rugby league player, coach, and broadcaster, died Sunday returning from the 2026 Challenge Cup final at Wembley.
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Prosecutors Appeal Sabah Water Department Graft Case Sentences and Acquittals
Prosecutors appealed the sentence of former Sabah Water Department director Ag Mohd Tahir and the acquittals of his wife and deputy director after a decade-long graft trial.
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Iran damages 20 US military sites across Middle East since February conflict began
Iran has struck 20 US military bases in eight Middle Eastern countries since late February, causing extensive damage to strategic assets.
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Global smartphone shipments to fall 13.9% in 2026 amid worsening chip shortage
Counterpoint Research projects a 13.9% decline in global smartphone shipments in 2026 to 1.08 billion units due to memory chip shortages.
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US Senate advances $70 billion immigration bill as Trump administration drops $1.8 billion fund
The US Senate voted 53-45 to advance a $70 billion immigration bill while the Trump administration plans to drop a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.
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Katie McCabe leaves Arsenal after 11 years, signs three-year deal with Chelsea
Katie McCabe, Republic of Ireland captain, will join Chelsea on July 1 after 11 years at Arsenal.
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Four dead, two injured in five-vehicle crash near Simpang Renggam Prison
Four people, including a child, died and two others were injured in a five-vehicle collision near Simpang Renggam Prison on June 1, 2026.
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Travis Scott faces fan backlash after brief 20-minute Istanbul concert
Travis Scott performed a delayed 20-minute set in Istanbul on May 31, sparking fan outrage over short duration and high ticket prices.
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Netanyahu orders Israeli strikes on Hezbollah areas in southern Beirut
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled southern Beirut on June 1, 2026, following the capture of Beaufort Castle in Lebanon.
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Russia bans jet fuel exports until November 30 to protect domestic supplies
Russia announced a temporary jet fuel export ban starting June 1 to safeguard domestic fuel, lasting until November 30, 2026.