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I-dle cover JJ Lin song during show here
The sugary When You let Beijing-born Yuqi and Taiwan-born Shuhua sing in Mandarin
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June 16, 2026
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China says growing its military helps world peace
China said on June 15 that strengthening its military is beneficial to world peace, slamming a think-tank report that warned that the threat of a direct strike by Beijing on Australia was increasing.
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June 16, 2026
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In the protein era, even He-Man is hawking supplements
In the movie Masters Of The Universe (2026), He-Man is a warrior with bulging muscles.
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June 16, 2026
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Wild Rice's Girls Girls Girls is a loving homage to queer women's stories
Girls Girls Girls begins with Crocs, carabiners, undercuts and convent schools, but quickly discards its starter pack of well-worn lesbian cliches for flesh and bones.
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June 16, 2026
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Philippines' Marcos calls for special Congress session amid deadlock
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr called Congress to a special session on June 17 to pass priority legislative measures, hoping lawmakers will set aside political distractions.
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June 16, 2026
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Trump clinches interim deal to end war — but it may benefit Iran much more
Limited gains for US leader while Tehran gets to save its oil wells from damage
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June 16, 2026
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'No better time to visit Japan'
Peso without risking slower economic growth.
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June 16, 2026
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Top banks rush to fill chief AI roles as talent jumps to rivals
Job may offer near $4.5m a year but may have limited shelf life
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June 16, 2026
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S. Korean President calls for restraint in election protests
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has called on protesters rallying over the June 3 local election ballot shortages to avoid infringing on the rights of others.
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June 16, 2026
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China’s ‘paw-rents’ pamper pooches with puppy pre-schools
A new kind of pre-school in China offers games, nibbles, treadmills and music for puppies, clawing out a fast-growing niche in a booming industry as youthful owners spend more on pets being increasingly regarded as family.
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June 16, 2026
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Drone chief’s formula for stopping Russia — art, maths and killing
Robert “Madyar” Brovdi’s underground command post features walls of blinking screens playing footage of Ukrainian drones attacking Russian troops, front-line maps and scoreboards of destroyed targets.
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June 16, 2026
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HK leader John Lee says he’s yet to consider possible second term
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee remained non-committal about seeking a second term, deflecting questions regarding his political future ahead of the city’s leadership selection in 2027.
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June 16, 2026
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Jubilant NY to fete Knicks with a parade
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani had three words for his constituents early on June 14, after his beloved Knicks broke a 53-year-old NBA title drought: “Parade. Thursday. Manhattan.”
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June 16, 2026
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Why Japan’s ambitious urban redevelopment projects are stalling
Rising costs and labour shortages prompt developers to reassess projects
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June 16, 2026
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Malaysia's rulers could defuse Negeri Sembilan royal feud or worsen it
Tussle between claimants to throne could come to head at June’s Conference of Rulers
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June 16, 2026
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As the Cup starts, strangers unite and respect flares
In a movie hall on a Saturday afternoon, a voyage with strangers.
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June 16, 2026
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Allianz seen as lead bidder for HSBC’s S’pore insurance unit
Allianz has emerged as the front runner to acquire HSBC Holdings’ Singapore insurance unit, according to people familiar with the matter.
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June 16, 2026
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Meet your favourite celebrity at sea
Cruise entertainment has traditionally centred on stage productions, live music and movie screenings. But as travellers seek more unique and immersive experiences, cruise lines are rethinking what entertainment at sea can look like.
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June 16, 2026
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The G.O.A.T. is back, and loving it
In 2025, Lewis Hamilton was in a terrible place in the latter half of his first season with the legendary Ferrari, F1’s oldest and most charismatic team.
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June 16, 2026
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Singaporeans say they want creativity. But do they mean it?
Innovation requires room for experimentation. Artistic creativity deserves the same tolerance for trial and error.
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June 16, 2026
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AI squeezing out London's white-collar workers
Search for “finance analyst” and you are likely to find around 80 vacancies in London, according to a prominent recruitment website.
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June 16, 2026
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Fastest woman to circle Earth on a bike is aiming for the men's record
Lael Wilcox has already cycled around the world faster than any other woman. Now she’s planning to do it faster than any human - she just has to sleep a little less.
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June 16, 2026
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London bags city planning prize for ‘exceptional capacity to reinvent itself’
Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize winner lauded for delivering transformational change
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June 16, 2026
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Brakes are off as Germany train sights on the trophy
Julian Nagelsmann said Germany’s 7-1 win against World Cup debutants Curacao on June 14 will grow his charges’ self-belief as they seek a fifth title.
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June 16, 2026
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How a cup of tea tells the story of globalisation
In a hyperconnected world, globalisation is a basic reality of life, but countries must address the anxieties of their people.
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June 16, 2026
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Odegaard in tip-top shape as Norway eye strong start
Norway captain Martin Odegaard says he has no concerns about his fitness ahead of his side’s opening Group I match against Iraq in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 16, his nation’s first World Cup game since 1998.
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June 16, 2026
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Too many people are shockingly bad at prioritisation
Choosing where to focus is among the most important skills.
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June 16, 2026
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Broeders-Bol will surprise over 800m: Coach
Femke Broeders-Bol will make her outdoor 800m debut at Golden Spike in the Czech city of Ostrava on June 16, with her coach Laurent Meuwly backing the former hurdler to mix it with the best over two laps.
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June 16, 2026
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Trump turns 80 with violent cage fights at the White House
US President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with an extraordinary display of political machismo on June 14, staging a cage fight on the White House lawn hours after announcing a peace deal with Iran.
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June 16, 2026
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ERP 2 alerts for motorists under user experience trial ahead of January roll-out
Roadside electronic parking payment also set to undergo testing from August
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