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Japan Plans to Cut Food Consumption Tax to 1% Starting April 2027
Japan aims to reduce the food consumption tax from 8% to 1% for two years starting April 2027, with a final decision expected this month.
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China Coast Guard patrols east of Taiwan amid Japan-Philippines maritime talks
On June 1, 2026, China Coast Guard carried out law enforcement patrols east of Taiwan, protesting Japan-Philippines maritime boundary negotiations.
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South Korean singer Psy referred to prosecutors over alleged proxy pickup of psychotropic drugs
South Korean singer Psy and five others were referred to prosecutors over claims of proxy pickup of psychotropic medications from 2022 to 2025.
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EU agrees on new migrant deportation rules using third-country return hubs
On June 1, EU lawmakers and governments agreed to let member states deport migrants to third-country return hubs outside the bloc.
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South Korea overtakes India as world's sixth-largest stock market on AI chip surge
South Korea's stock market cap hit about US$5 trillion in 2026, surpassing India’s US$4.8 trillion driven by AI chipmakers Samsung and SK Hynix.
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China issues new regulations tightening overseas investment controls to curb tech outflow
China's State Council announced new overseas investment rules effective July 1 to restrict export of sensitive technology and data abroad.
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US Military Coordinated About 70 Merchant Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Without Escort
The US military quietly guided roughly 70 merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz in May, offering communications and routing advice but no direct escort.
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Stephen Curry Signs 10-Year Endorsement Deal with Chinese Brand Li-Ning
Stephen Curry signed a 10-year endorsement deal with Chinese sportswear company Li-Ning after ending his 13-year partnership with Under Armour.
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Hong Kong democracy activists await verdict in national security trial over Tiananmen vigils
Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung face up to 10 years on incitement charges in trial over Tiananmen Square vigils in Hong Kong.
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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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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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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.
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China tightens overseas investment and trade secret rules to curb tech and talent outflows
China issued new regulations June 1 tightening controls on outbound investments and trade secret protections to block technology and talent transfers abroad.
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Intel launches Xeon 6+ CPU with 288 cores to boost data center AI performance
Intel unveiled its Xeon 6+ CPU at COMPUTEX in Taipei, targeting data center and AI workloads with advances in power efficiency and performance.
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Nvidia launches Vera Rubin AI chip with OpenAI and Anthropic among first customers
Nvidia announced full production of its Vera Rubin AI platform and revealed OpenAI, Anthropic, and SpaceX as early customers at Computex Taipei.
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Japan's Defense Minister Koizumi rejects 'new militarism' claims, criticizes China's military growth
Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi denied claims of 'new militarism' and condemned China’s military expansion at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 31, 2026.
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South Korea's May Exports Soar 53%, Driven by AI Semiconductor Surge
South Korea's May 2026 exports jumped 53.2% year-on-year to a record $87.75 billion led by a 169.4% rise in semiconductor shipments.
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EU considers freezing Russian oil price cap amid Middle East war impacts
The EU is weighing a temporary freeze on the Russian oil price cap, currently $44.10 per barrel, ahead of a July 2026 review impacted by Middle East tensions.
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Valve Steam Machine expected to launch by mid-2026 with ~$1000 price
Valve plans to release the Steam Machine by June 2026 with an estimated price of $1000, though no official date or pricing is confirmed.
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Trump and Netanyahu clash amid rising tensions over Israel-Lebanon conflict and US-Iran talks
US President Trump called Israeli PM Netanyahu 'effing crazy' during a tense June 1 call over Lebanon military actions amid Iranian protest.
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Taiwan pledges peace to protect AI and semiconductor supply chains at COMPUTEX 2026
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te reaffirmed peace as national policy to sustain global AI and semiconductor supply chains at COMPUTEX 2026 in Taipei.
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Iran declares full control over Strait of Hormuz, warns against navigation violations
Iran's military announced full control of the Strait of Hormuz and warned foreign ships and warships against violations or interference.
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Japan launches anti-dumping probes on steel imports from China, South Korea, and Taiwan
Japan announced anti-dumping investigations on hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel imports from China, South Korea, and Taiwan on June 1, 2026.
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Epic CEO Tim Sweeney Criticizes Steam Deck Price Hike, Cites Valve Founder’s Yacht
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney criticized Valve’s Steam Deck price increase, blaming component costs and Valve founder Gabe Newell’s $500 million yacht.