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South Korea's ruling People Power Party (PPP) is divided over a nationwide by-election, with leader Jang Dong-hyuk pushing the idea while others, including Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon, criticize it as a move to protect his position. Conservative media also slammed the call as legally impossible and distorting public sentiment. The party ultimately decided against a full by-election, opting to appeal in seven constituencies.

🇰🇷 South Korea/Korean Jun 17

PPP decides against full by-election, will appeal in 7 constituencies

- The ruling People Power Party (PPP) decided not to demand a full-scale by-election following the recent general election results. - The party will only file election appeals for seven specific const…

Elections & Politics

🇰🇷 South Korea/Korean Jun 17

Conservative media slams ruling party leader's by-election call as impossible, distorting public sentiment

- Conservative South Korean media criticized the ruling party leader's call for a nationwide by-election, deeming it legally impossible and a distortion of public sentiment. - Newspapers argued that t…

Elections & Politics

🇰🇷 South Korea/Korean Jun 16

Jang Dong-hyuk leads 'party power faction' in pushing for 'nationwide by-election' outside the Assembly

- People Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk is pushing for a nationwide by-election, rallying party members at a protest site. - Critics accuse Jang of inciting social chaos and fueling conflict for hi…

Elections & Politics

🇰🇷 South Korea/Korean Jun 16

Oh Se-hoon directly hits Jang Dong-hyuk's 'by-election argument,' calling it a slogan to protect his position

- Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon criticized People Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk's push for a nationwide by-election, calling it a bid to protect his position. - Jang Dong-hyuk is advocating for a rerun o…

Elections & Politics

Following recent election results, a lawmaker from South Korea's ruling People Power Party stated the outcome was not a defeat and the party leader should not resign. However, another party leader, Jang Dong-hyuk, is pushing for a nationwide by-election, a move criticized by Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon as a bid to protect his position. Political parties have agreed to a state audit into a ballot paper shortage during recent local elections.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an proposes abolishing Taiwan's Control Yuan, sparking debate. Legislators are divided on the proposal, with some supporting the idea and others criticizing the focus on national politics. Nominees for the Control Yuan also express desires for enhanced parliamentary powers.

In Taiwan, a family can join a lawsuit over a conscript's highway death after allegedly being abandoned by a taxi driver. In Nigeria, a retired General died in captivity after abduction, sparking national outrage. Meanwhile, instructors in Brazil face questions after a fatal bungee jump accident, and a Danish case resurfaces six years after a teen's death.

🇹🇼 Taiwan/Chinese Jun 17

Family allowed to join lawsuit over conscript's highway death after driver allegedly abandoned him

- A Taiwanese court allowed the family of a conscripted man, who died after being abandoned by a taxi driver, to participate in the lawsuit. - The conscript was allegedly abandoned on a highway and ru…

Energy & Infrastructure

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

A General’s death and Katsina’s unanswered questions

- A retired Nigerian Army General, identified as Major General Rabe Abubakar, was abducted and later died in captivity. - The Katsina State Government announced his death, attributing it to natural ca…

Crime & Justice

🇨🇱 Chile/Spanish Jun 16

Instructors arrested in Brazil bungee jump death can't explain what happened

- Three instructors arrested in connection with a fatal bungee jumping accident in Brazil could not explain what happened. - The victim, Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas, 21, died after being launch…

Crime & Justice

🇩🇰 Denmark/Danish Jun 16

Case of "Dutch Henry Nowak" Reignited Six Years After Teen's Death

- Six years after a 14-year-old girl's death, a case involving a "Dutch Henry Nowak" has resurfaced. - The girl, Tamar Boes, died shortly after leaving her home following a significant argument. - The…

Crime & Justice

The Islamic New Year, 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriyah, will be observed on June 17, 2026, according to a decision by PBNU in Indonesia. This date follows lunar observation. Meanwhile, Yobe and Kwara states in Nigeria have declared June 16, 2026, a public holiday to mark the occasion.

India has temporarily blocked access to the Telegram messaging app to prevent cheating and fraud in its rescheduled medical entrance exams. The government has ordered Apple and Google to remove the app from their stores until June 22, citing fears of organized cheating.

🇻🇳 Vietnam/Vietnamese Jun 16

India blocks Telegram ahead of rescheduled medical entrance exams amid leak fears

- India restricted access to Telegram from June 17-22, coinciding with rescheduled medical entrance exams. - The government cited organized cheating rings using the platform to defraud students. - The…

Crime & Justice

🇩🇪 Germany/German Jun 16

Telegram: India restricts access to messaging service

- India has temporarily restricted access to the Telegram messaging app, ordering Apple and Google to remove it from their app stores. - The government cited attempts to defraud students applying for …

Technology

🇮🇪 Ireland/English Jun 16

India Blocks Telegram Before Retest Exam to Curb Cheating

- India has blocked access to the Telegram messaging app until June 22 to prevent cheating in a retest of a nationwide medical college entrance exam. - The decision follows a scandal over a leaked que…

Crime & Justice

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

India blocks Telegram ahead of medical exam to curb cheating

- India has blocked access to the Telegram messaging app ahead of a retest for a nationwide medical entrance exam. - The block is a response to a scandal involving a leaked question paper, allegedly c…

Crime & Justice

Referees will wear pink jerseys for the Uruguay vs. Saudi Arabia World Cup match in Miami to honor the city. The gesture celebrates Miami's hospitality and iconic flamingo colors. Saudi Arabia's coach has vowed an attacking approach against Uruguay in their opening match.

🇪🇸 Spain/Spanish Jun 16

Saudi Arabia's Defensive Masterclass Limits Uruguay to a Draw

- Saudi Arabia's coach Georgios Donis implemented a defensive strategy that neutralized Uruguay's offense in the first half. - The match ended in a draw, with Saudi Arabia successfully limiting Urugua…

Sports

🇨🇱 Chile/Spanish Jun 16

FIFA modifies protocol so Saudi Arabia's flag doesn't touch the ground

- FIFA altered its protocol for the Uruguay vs. Saudi Arabia match at the 2026 World Cup to prevent the Saudi flag from touching the ground. - The modification was a sign of respect for Islamic cultur…

Sports

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Uruguay misses World Cup chance in draw with Saudi Arabia, but eyes best version

- Uruguay drew with Saudi Arabia in their opening World Cup Group H match, missing a chance to capitalize on Spain and Cape Verde's draw. - Coach Marcelo Bielsa criticized the team's passive first hal…

Sports

🇰🇼 Kuwait/English Jun 16

Saudi Arabia stands tall in draw against Uruguay

- Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 with Uruguay in their World Cup opener, with Abdulelah Al-Amri scoring for Saudi Arabia and Maxi Araújo equalizing for Uruguay. - Uruguay dominated possession and had significa…

Sports

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck near Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, caused by the Sausu Fault. The shallow quake triggered panic, with hospital patients fleeing, but no tsunami potential was reported. Experts warn the event highlights the risk from local fault activity.

🇮🇩 Indonesia/Indonesian Jun 17

Palu earthquake magnitude 6.7 sounds alarm on local fault activity

- A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck near Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, followed by aftershocks. - Experts warn the quake highlights the risk from local fault activity, urging a broader mitigation…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇮🇩 Indonesia/Indonesian Jun 16

Susu Fault Activity Triggers 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake in Palu, Indonesia

- A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, at a depth of 16 km, caused by the Sausu Fault. - This earthquake's cause differs from the 2018 event, which was linked to the Pa…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇮🇩 Indonesia/Indonesian Jun 16

6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Palu, No Tsunami Potential

- A magnitude 6.7 tectonic earthquake struck Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 10:27:44 AM Western Indonesia Time. - The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophys…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇮🇩 Indonesia/Indonesian Jun 16

Shallow M 6.7 Quake Shakes Palu, Hospital Patients Flee

- A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Palu City, Central Sulawesi, on Tuesday. - The strong tremors caused panic, with residents and hospital patients evacuating buildings. - The earthquake's epicenter …

Health & Science

In Malaysia, only 0.02% of Rohingya were involved in crime over two years, yet they have received no aid since 1998. Foreign nationals, including Rohingya, pay full healthcare costs without subsidies. Malaysia's Immigration Department lacks exact data on the total Rohingya refugee numbers.

🇲🇾 Malaysia/Malay Jun 16

Years-Long Wait for UNHCR Cards Plagues Rohingya Refugees in Malaysia

- Rohingya refugees in Malaysia face lengthy waits for identification cards issued by the UNHCR. - These UNHCR cards are crucial for recognition, safety, and rebuilding dignified lives. - The long wai…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇲🇾 Malaysia/Malay Jun 16

UNHCR blamed for Rohingya refugee issues in Malaysia, ASEAN

- The Malaysian government criticizes the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) for failing to effectively manage the influx of refugees, particularly the Rohingya, in Malaysia and ASEAN. - UNHCR is accused of la…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇲🇾 Malaysia/Malay Jun 16

Malaysia denies inhumane treatment of Rohingya children

- Malaysia's Home Ministry refutes claims of inhumane treatment of Rohingya children. - The government highlights its 'Baitul Mahabbah' centers, which provide temporary shelter and care for migrant ch…

Culture & Society

🇲🇾 Malaysia/Malay Jun 16

Rohingya Issue Needs Comprehensive Handling, Requiring Cooperation from All Parties

- Malaysia's Home Ministry stated that the Rohingya refugee issue requires comprehensive solutions involving origin countries, international organizations, and humanitarian activists. - The ministry r…

Culture & Society

Femicides are alarmingly increasing globally and in Greece, with one woman dying every 10 minutes worldwide. In Greece, a recent case involved a woman fatally stabbed by her husband, who then died by suicide. The suspect in another femicide case in Drama was reportedly receiving psychological treatment.

🇬🇷 Greece/Greek Jun 16

Femicides: The Unseen Pandemic of Violence Claims One Woman Every 10 Minutes Globally

- Femicides are alarmingly increasing globally and in Greece, highlighting the pervasive issue of gender-based and domestic violence. - In Greece, three severe cases occurred within two weeks in June,…

Health & Science

🇬🇷 Greece/Greek Jun 16

Femicide Suspect in Drama Was Undergoing Psychological Treatment

- A man accused of femicide in Drama was receiving psychological treatment. - He had been seeing a military doctor and psychologist since March, sometimes with his estranged wife. - The accused had a …

Crime & Justice

🇬🇷 Greece/Greek Jun 16

Woman Stabbed to Death by Husband in Greece; He Dies by Suicide

- A 45-year-old woman was stabbed to death by her husband in Drama, Greece, before he died by suicide. - The victim's uncle reported the husband had threatened her with a gun two weeks prior, but she …

Crime & Justice

🇬🇷 Greece/Greek Jun 16

Police Officer Kills Wife in Drama, Greece; Suspect Found Dead

- A 45-year-old female police officer was fatally stabbed by her 50-year-old police officer husband in Drama, Greece. - The victim sustained at least eight stab wounds and died at the hospital, while …

Crime & Justice

A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on June 15. All eight crew members on board are believed to have died in the fiery incident. The aircraft was reportedly on a routine test flight when the crash occurred.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom/English Jun 16

Investigation into deadly B-52 bomber crash could take months, US officials say

- A US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people on board. - The bomber made a sharp, rapid turn shortly after takeoff before…

Crime & Justice

🇺🇸 United States/English Jun 16

B-52 bomber crashed during test flight, killing all eight aboard

- A B-52 bomber crashed during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people aboard. - Limited tracking data shows the aircraft made a sharp right turn and plunged to…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇦🇺 Australia/English Jun 16

US B-52 bomber crash: Initial data shows rapid descent and sharp turn

- A US B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at a California Air Force base, killing all eight people on board. - Initial tracking data suggests the aircraft made a sharp turn and descended at a r…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia/English Jun 16

B-52 bomber crashes at California base, killing eight

- A B-52 bomber crashed during a routine test mission at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. - All eight people on board, including military personnel and Boeing contractors, were killed i…

Disasters & Emergencies

Nigeria launched the Presidential Forest Guards Initiative, deploying 7,000 trained personnel to combat insecurity in its vast forests. However, questions linger about the initiative's effectiveness after one year, amidst rising insecurity. President Bola Tinubu has also approved the recruitment of an additional 1,000 forest guards for Katsina State to bolster security operations.

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Nigeria's Forest Guards: A Year On, Questions Linger Over Effectiveness Amidst Rising Insecurity

- Nigeria launched the Presidential Forest Guards Initiative to combat insecurity in its vast forests, deploying 7,000 trained guards. - Despite the initiative, forests remain controlled by terrorists…

Conflict & Security

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Tinubu approves 1,000 forest guards to strengthen security in Katsina

- Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards to bolster security in Katsina State. - The initiative aims to strengthen the state's capacity to combat banditry a…

Crime & Justice

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Tinubu Approves Recruitment of 1,000 Forest Guards to Tackle Insecurity in Katsina

- President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards for Katsina State. - The guards will bolster security operations, particularly in forested and remote areas prone to banditr…

Conflict & Security

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Tinubu approves recruitment of 1,000 forest guards for Katsina

- President Bola Tinubu approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards for Katsina State to combat insecurity. - Katsina Governor Dikko Radda disclosed this after a meeting with Islamic clerics on co…

Conflict & Security

Polish law firms are transitioning from AI consumers to creators, developing tools for legal practice. Clifford Chance leads large firms, while RKKW dominates mid-sized rankings. Specialized firms in the 'New Law' category also see success through technology and collaboration.

🇵🇱 Poland/Polish Jun 16

Poland's Top Law Firms Outside Warsaw: Regional Leaders Hold Their Ground

- A ranking of law firms outside Warsaw shows regional leaders maintaining their positions based on the number of lawyers. - While Warsaw is the main legal hub, regional firms in cities like Wroclaw, …

Culture & Society

🇵🇱 Poland/Polish Jun 16

Polish Law Firms Forge Ahead in AI Innovation, Creating Tools for Legal Practice

- Polish law firms are shifting from being consumers of innovation to creators, with AI tools becoming central to their operations. - DSK Depa Szmit Kuźmiak Jackowski received an award for AnyLawyer, …

Technology

🇵🇱 Poland/Polish Jun 16

Clifford Chance Leads Top Polish Law Firms Amidst Technological and Economic Shifts

- Clifford Chance has been recognized as the leading large law firm in Poland, receiving accolades in eight practice areas and for individual lawyers. - The firm's managing partner in Warsaw cited mac…

Economy & Trade

🇵🇱 Poland/Polish Jun 16

RKKW Dominates Mid-Sized Law Firm Rankings in Poland Amidst Growing Competition

- RKKW – Kwaśnicki, Wróbel & Partnerzy maintains its leading position among law firms with up to 50 lawyers, securing four team and four individual awards. - The firm excels in diverse areas including…

Culture & Society

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Palu, Indonesia, originating from the Susu Fault at a depth of 16 km. The shallow tectonic earthquake caused panic and building collapses, but authorities reported no initial tsunami potential or widespread casualties.

🇮🇩 Indonesia/Indonesian Jun 16

Susu Fault Activity Triggers 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake in Palu, Indonesia

- A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, at a depth of 16 km, caused by the Sausu Fault. - This earthquake's cause differs from the 2018 event, which was linked to the Pa…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇹🇼 Taiwan/Chinese Jun 16

Indonesia hit by magnitude 6.7 earthquake, buildings collapse

- A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia's Sulawesi island, with its epicenter near Palu. - The shallow earthquake lasted for over a minute in Palu, causing strong tremors. - Whi…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Magnitude 6.7 Earthquake Shakes Northern Sulawesi, Indonesia

- A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck northern Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Tuesday. - Authorities reported no initial damage or casualties. - The earthquake occurred in a mountainous inland area, preventing…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇮🇩 Indonesia/Indonesian Jun 16

6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Palu, No Tsunami Potential

- A magnitude 6.7 tectonic earthquake struck Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 10:27:44 AM Western Indonesia Time. - The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophys…

Disasters & Emergencies

Police are investigating a violent bank attack in Santa Rita, Paraguay, involving over 20 heavily armed assailants who used explosives. Authorities suspect a gang linked to similar heists, possibly funded by financiers, is responsible for the assault on three banks and a currency exchange.

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Police Chief Arrives in Santa Rita to Coordinate Response to Bank Attack

- The National Police chief arrived in Santa Rita to coordinate operations following a bank attack. - Police had intelligence about a potential cash-in-transit heist but lacked specific targets. - The…

Crime & Justice

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Gang linked to similar heists suspected in Santa Rita bank assault

- Paraguayan authorities are investigating a gang linked to previous similar attacks for a bank heist in Santa Rita. - The gang, composed of Paraguayans and Brazilians, allegedly emptied two bank vaul…

Crime & Justice

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Police suspect financiers are empowering bank-robbing groups in Paraguay

- Paraguayan police suspect that organized groups carrying out bank heists are supported by financiers providing resources. - A recent violent attack in Santa Rita involved explosives targeting three …

Crime & Justice

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Massive Attack in Santa Rita: Over 20 Assailants Hit Three Banks and a Currency Exchange with Explosives

- Over 20 heavily armed assailants attacked three banks and a currency exchange in Santa Rita early Monday. - The attackers used explosives, causing significant material damage to two banks and attemp…

Economy & Trade

G7 nations are implementing new energy sanctions against Russia to increase pressure, while Canada and the UK have announced additional measures targeting individuals and supply chains. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urges G7 leaders to support a diplomatic push for peace, as Germany suggests talks could begin this summer, though current battlefield conditions remain a factor.

🇩🇪 Germany/German Jun 16

G7 agrees new energy sanctions on Russia, Trump calls for Putin talks

- G7 nations announced new energy sanctions against Russia to increase pressure. - U.S. President Trump called for negotiations with Putin to end the war in Ukraine. - Ukrainian President Zelenskyy ex…

Elections & Politics

🇮🇪 Ireland/English Jun 16

Zelenskyy urges G7 to spur peace momentum with Russia at summit

- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is urging world leaders at the G7 summit to support a diplomatic push to end the war with Russia. - The goal is to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin to p…

Elections & Politics

🇱🇹 Lithuania/Lithuanian Jun 16

Germany: Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Could Begin This Summer

- Germany believes peace talks between Russia and Ukraine could begin this summer. - The current battlefield situation does not give either side a decisive military advantage. - Germany and its Europe…

Conflict & Security

🇨🇦 Canada/English Jun 16

Canada Imposes New Russian Sanctions During G7 Meeting with Zelenskyy

- Canada has announced new sanctions against Russia, targeting 162 individuals, entities, and vessels. - Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announcement during a G7 summit meeting with Ukrainian Pres…

Elections & Politics

Nigeria's Appeal Court has halted the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other parties. Former Senate President David Mark criticizes the judiciary's handling of the case, stating the judiciary, not the ADC, is on trial. Meanwhile, Kenneth Okonkwo opposes the choice of a South-south vice-presidential candidate, fearing marginalization of the South-east.

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Nigeria's Appeal Court halts order to deregister four political parties

- A Nigerian court order to deregister four political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has been temporarily halted by the Court of Appeal. - The appellate court suspended the …

Elections & Politics

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Atiku welcomes Appeal Court stay of deregistration on ADC, four parties

- The Court of Appeal has granted a stay of execution on a Federal High Court judgment that ordered the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. - Form…

Elections & Politics

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Deregistration: Judiciary, not ADC on trial over, David Mark

- Former Senate President David Mark criticized the judiciary's handling of matters involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC). - Mark stated that the judiciary, not the ADC, is on trial due to r…

Elections & Politics

🇳🇬 Nigeria/English Jun 16

Judge refuses to recuse himself from ADC leadership dispute

- A judge refused to withdraw from a Nigerian political party leadership suit, dismissing applications alleging bias. - The judge stated the applications lacked merit, were devoid of credible evidence…

Crime & Justice

Meta's age verification system caused global account suspensions on Facebook and Instagram. Taiwan has demanded improvements after numerous Taiwanese accounts were affected. The glitch led to widespread user frustration and outrage.

🇹🇼 Taiwan/Chinese Jun 16

Mobile game's Threads account renamed 'instagram user' amid Meta platform bans

- The popular mobile game "Love and Deepspace" had its account name on Threads changed to "instagram user" after Meta's platform experienced widespread, unannounced account suspensions. - The game's d…

Technology

🇸🇬 Singapore/English Jun 16

Meta's Threads reaches 500 million monthly users, rolls out new features

- Meta's Threads app has surpassed 500 million monthly active users, nearly three years after its launch. - The platform is introducing new features like "Your Algo" for personalized feed control and …

Culture & Society

🇹🇼 Taiwan/Chinese Jun 16

Meta Age Verification Glitch Sparks Global Account Suspensions; Taiwan Demands Improvements

- Meta's age verification system experienced a global technical issue, leading to the accidental suspension of accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. - The problem stemmed from Meta's new onlin…

Technology

🇹🇼 Taiwan/Chinese Jun 16

Viral 'blanket' Threads account banned, sparking user outrage

- A popular Threads account featuring a blanket on a rain shelter was banned, causing widespread user frustration. - The ban occurred amid a large, unannounced wave of account suspensions on Meta's pl…

Culture & Society

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has sparked political debate by proposing the abolition of Taiwan's Control Yuan. While some legislators support the idea, others, like Taipei City Councilor He Menghua, criticize the call. The mayor has also urged parties to reject nominees for the Control Yuan.

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, has been sentenced to over four years in prison by Brazil's Supreme Court for coercing justice. He claims the ruling targets his election bid and lacks due process.

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Eduardo Bolsonaro sentenced to over four years in prison for coercing justice

- Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, has been sentenced to over four years in prison by Brazil's Supreme Court. - The conviction is for coercing justice by lobbying t…

Crime & Justice

🇧🇷 Brazil/Portuguese Jun 16

Eduardo Bolsonaro calls STF ruling 'baseless,' claims it targets his election bid

- Eduardo Bolsonaro claims a Supreme Court ruling against him lacks due process and aims to prevent his participation in upcoming elections. - He was unanimously convicted by the STF's First Panel for…

Elections & Politics

🇲🇽 Mexico/Spanish Jun 16

Brazil prosecutor seeks conviction for Eduardo Bolsonaro's alleged coercion of judges

- Brazil's Prosecutor General's Office requested the conviction of former congressman Eduardo Bolsonaro for coercion. - Bolsonaro allegedly intervened with the U.S. government to impose sanctions on B…

Crime & Justice

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Investigating judge votes for conviction of Eduardo Bolsonaro for coercion

- Brazilian judge Alexandre de Moraes recommended the conviction of Eduardo Bolsonaro for coercion. - De Moraes stated Bolsonaro confessed to intervening with the White House to impose sanctions on ma…

Crime & Justice

Several Nigerian states, including Sokoto, Osun, and Yobe, have declared public holidays to mark the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1448 AH. The Sultan of Sokoto declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as the first day of Muharram, with states observing the holiday on Tuesday or Wednesday.

A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California during a test flight. All eight crew members on board are believed to have died. The military does not expect survivors from the incident.

🇳🇵 Nepal/English Jun 16

US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in flames in California, killing all 8 crew aboard

- A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed in flames during a routine test mission shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California. - All eight crew members, including two Boein…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia/English Jun 16

B-52 bomber crashes at California base, killing eight

- A B-52 bomber crashed during a routine test mission at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. - All eight people on board, including military personnel and Boeing contractors, were killed i…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇴🇲 Oman/English Jun 16

Eight dead as US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California

- A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California. - All eight crew members on board are presumed dead, and the incident is now a reco…

Disasters & Emergencies

🇸🇬 Singapore/English Jun 16

Eight dead in fiery US bomber crash in California

- Eight people died when a US B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday. - The aircraft was on a routine testing mission when it went down in a fireba…

Disasters & Emergencies

FIFA has closed its investigation into VAR official Shaun Evans, who faced accusations of making a white supremacist gesture. Evans denied the allegations, stating the hand movement was involuntary, and FIFA found no evidence of violation.

🇷🇴 Romania/Romanian Jun 16

FIFA closes VAR official's 'Nazi gesture' probe

- FIFA has closed its investigation into VAR official Shaun Evans, who was accused of making a gesture associated with white supremacy during a World Cup match. - The gesture, an "OK" sign with three …

Sports

🇵🇾 Paraguay/Spanish Jun 16

Australian referee denies white supremacist gesture, FIFA dismisses sanction

- Australian referee Shaun Evans denied making a white supremacist gesture during a World Cup broadcast, stating the hand movement was involuntary. - FIFA's independent disciplinary committee found no…

Culture & Society

🇳🇱 Netherlands/Dutch Jun 15

FIFA Clears VAR Referee Evans of Racist Gesture Allegations

- FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared VAR referee Shaun Evans of making a white supremacist gesture. - An investigation found no evidence of violations of FIFA's disciplinary code. - Evans stated he…

Sports

🇦🇷 Argentina/Spanish Jun 15

FIFA clears referee Evans after white supremacist gesture accusation

- Australian referee Shaun Evans denied making a white supremacist gesture during a World Cup 2026 match. - Evans stated the hand gesture was an unconscious movement while holding a pen. - FIFA conclu…

Sports

Taiwan's opposition parties are urging constitutional reform to abolish the Control Yuan, a government watchdog. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has stated its support for the abolition. Meanwhile, the Kuomintang (KMT) chair claims the '1992 Consensus' is unrelated to 'One Country, Two Systems,' a view disputed by scholars.