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Japanese yen falls to 40-year low against US dollar despite Bank of Japan rate hike
The Japanese yen dropped to its weakest level since 1986, hitting around 162 yen per US dollar in late June and early July 2026 amid persistent depreciation pressures.
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Global tech and semiconductor stocks see sharp volatility amid geopolitical tensions and earnings reports
Asian and US tech markets experienced heavy swings from late June to early July, driven by Apple price hikes, earnings, and geopolitical factors.
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Novak Djokovic Sets New Wimbledon Record with 106th Match Win, Advances to Quarter-Finals
Novak Djokovic advanced to the Wimbledon quarter-finals by beating Roman Safiullin and breaking Roger Federer’s record with his 106th match win.
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EU and China launch trade talks with October deadline for progress
EU and China began talks on June 29 in Brussels to establish a new trade consultation mechanism aiming for results by October.
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Australia and Vanuatu sign deal barring foreign military bases on Vanuatu
Australia and Vanuatu signed a security and economic agreement on June 29 restricting foreign military bases and boosting cooperation.
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New World Development and Ares Management slash Hong Kong office tower prices by up to 57%
New World Development and Ares Management cut prices on units at 83 Wing Hong Street office tower in Cheung Sha Wan by up to 57%.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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Chinese autonomous driving firm Momenta launches HK IPO to raise HK$5.89 billion
Momenta Global, Chinese autonomous driving company, launched its Hong Kong IPO on June 29 aiming to raise HK$5.89 billion.
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Japan’s retail sales rise 1.9% in May for third straight month
Japan’s retail sales increased 1.9% month-on-month and 5.3% year-on-year in May 2026, marking the third consecutive monthly gain.
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Google Restricts Meta's Use of Gemini AI Models Over Computing Capacity Limits
Google limited Meta's access to Gemini AI models starting March 2026 due to high demand exceeding Google’s computing capacity.
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Eleven killed in parachuting plane crash near Nancy, France
A small plane carrying parachutists crashed near Nancy, France, killing all 11 on board, including the pilot, five students, and five instructors.
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Former Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov Dies at 73
Sergei Ivanov, former Russian defense minister and longtime Putin ally, died at age 73, Kremlin announced June 26.
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Venezuela earthquake kills footballer’s wife who shielded their 1-year-old daughter
Andrea Bello died shielding her daughter during June 24 Venezuela earthquakes that killed over 920 and injured 3,300.
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Dozens arrested in Surabaya as protests erupt over fuel price rise and meal scheme
Surabaya police arrested dozens after about 100 protesters clashed over a fuel price hike and President Prabowo's free meals program on June 26.
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China's Industrial Profits Rise 21.1% in May 2026, Slowing From April Peak
China's industrial profits grew 21.1% year-on-year in May 2026, slowing from 24.7% in April but remaining strong amid uneven sector performance.