World
Former First Lady of South Korea sentenced to 7 years in prison
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Former First Lady of South Korea Kim Keon Hee was sentenced to 7 years in prison for corruption, including bribery.
Poland and Ukraine hold reconstruction conference, pledging billions of euros in support
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The Ukraine Recovery Conference co-organized by Poland and Ukraine is expected to reach more than 160 agreements with a total value of over 10 billion euros (about 11.36 billion USD).
Iran rejects proposal to use released assets to buy soybeans and US corn
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Iran's top negotiator rejects US claims to use released assets.
Singapore establishes AI-based financial research institute
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The Singapore Monetary Authority is establishing a new platform connecting the financial industry, technology and research community to promote innovation.
Japan cancels more than 100 flights as 2 storms approach
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Typhoon Mekkhala is having gusts of up to 144 km/h and is likely to converge with Typhoon Higos as it approaches Japan.
US lifts oil sanctions against Iran, oil prices continue to decline
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The diplomatic breakthrough between the US and Iran in Switzerland opens up opportunities to end regional conflict and cool down the global energy market.
US - Iran Negotiations: The power trio decides Tehran's policies
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The Supreme Leader, Foreign Minister and Speaker of the Iranian Parliament all play a central role in building an agreement being negotiated with the US.
Super typhoon Mekkhala reaches peak, changes direction today
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Typhoon Mekkhala has strengthened into a super typhoon since the night of June 22 and is forecast to change direction on June 23.
Russian air defense shoots down more than 300 Ukrainian UAVs across the territory
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Russia on June 22 said that its air defense forces had shot down 301 Ukrainian drones in less than 24 hours.
World 24h: Hot weather rages across Europe
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World news 22.6: US and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland; Forecast of when typhoon Mekkhala will reach its maximum...
British Prime Minister Starmer announces resignation
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On June 22, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would resign and a new leader would be appointed before Parliament meets again in September.
World oil prices plummet after US-Iran talks
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The global energy market, especially oil prices, reacted positively to positive diplomatic signals from the US-Iran talks.
Australia signs record defense contract worth 1.7 billion USD, sells advanced radar technology to Canada
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Australia sells advanced radar technology to Canada. This is Australia's largest defense export deal to date.
Large explosion at strategic gas facility in Qatar, Middle East energy crisis becomes more complicated
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Large explosion at Qatar's largest energy facility, dozens injured, 18 still missing.
China responds to Pentagon blacklist
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China launched a strong retaliatory move after Washington put a series of major technology corporations of this country on the military blacklist.
Hot weather causes many European countries to close schools
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The heat wave is raging throughout Europe, causing casualties and forcing many countries to take urgent measures.
US and Iran conclude high-level talks in Switzerland
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The first round of negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzerland concluded with a roadmap towards a final agreement within 60 days.
Tensions between Poland and Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk makes efforts to cool down
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the conflict between Polish and Ukrainian politicians is a "strategic mistake" that harms both sides.
Typhoon Mekkhala is on track to reach its maximum
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Typhoon Mekkhala (Philippines name Francisco) has become a strong typhoon since the afternoon of June 21st and is forecast to reach its maximum on June 23rd.
Ukraine loses 3 Starlink transceiver stations in eastern region
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In the past 24 hours, Russia has destroyed 42 fixed-wing drones and 3 Starlink satellite receiving and transmitting stations of the Ukrainian army.
