China has strongly condemned the UK's imposition of sanctions on four Chinese companies as part of anti-Russian restrictions. The Chinese Embassy in the UK stated that the sanctions lack international legal basis and harm Chinese companies' interests, demanding their immediate revocation.
US President Trump announced a deal with Iran, set to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on June 19. He also stated the US will focus on Ukraine after the Iran deal. Meanwhile, Belarus leader Lukashenko believes US pressure on Iran will cease, and Turkey will increase transit fees through its straits.
Moroccan fans, including those from Dubai, Montreal, and Morocco itself, are spending thousands of dollars to attend World Cup matches. The high cost of travel and accommodation highlights that only the well-off in Morocco can afford to follow their national team, raising questions about accessibility to the global event.
Moroccan fans, including those from Dubai, Montreal, and Morocco itself, have traveled to the US for the World Cup, with many spending thousands of dollars. The high cost of attending the tournament highlights that only the well-off in Morocco can afford to follow their team, as the average salary is less than $7,400 annually.
Çin'in güneyindeki Guangdong eyaleti ve Guangşi Cuang Özerk Bölgesi'nde şiddetli sağanak nedeniyle binlerce kişi tahliye edildi. Havalimanlarında çok sayıda uçuş iptal edilirken, tren ve feribot seferleri de aksadı.
Moderaterna vill reformera systemet för barn- och ungdomspsykiatrin (BUP) för att fler barn ska få hjälp tidigare. Förslaget innebär att första linjens psykiatri byggs ut, där exempelvis skolkuratorer kan hantera lättare psykisk ohälsa, medan BUP fokuserar på de svåraste fallen. Många regioner klarar idag inte vårdgarantin för barn.
Elon Musk slammed the UK's proposed ban on social media access for under-16s, calling it a 'police state' and 'censorship law' with the 'real goal' of government tracking. French President Macron praised the move, sparking the exchange.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared Australian video review official Shaun Evans of wrongdoing after investigating a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol during Germany's World Cup match. Evans stated the gesture was an unintentional, subconscious twitch.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared Australian video review official Shaun Evans of wrongdoing after investigating a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol. The committee found no evidence of a breach of code, accepting Evans' explanation of an unintentional, subconscious twitch.
The UK has expanded its sanctions list against Russia by 43 entries, targeting 32 legal entities and 11 individuals. The new sanctions include restrictions on nine individuals linked to Russia's GRU, 27 vessels, two banks (Yandex Bank, WB Bank), two insurance companies (Rosgosstrakh, Balance Insurance), and several foreign companies from China, Turkey, Thailand, Nigeria, and Laos.
A Contribuição sobre Bens e Serviços (CBS) substituirá o antigo imposto de importação de 20% para encomendas internacionais de baixo valor. A alíquota da CBS, que será fixada em dezembro, está sendo calculada pela Receita Federal e TCU, com estimativas apontando para 9,43% em 2027. A nova tributação visa manter a carga tributária atual sobre o consumo, aplicando as mesmas alíquotas para produtos nacionais e importados, sem o limite de US$ 50.
Chinese film 'Dear You' has generated significant anticipation among Singapore's Chinese diaspora, grossing over $236 million in China. However, concerns have arisen over potential Mandarin dubbing in Singapore, raising questions about preserving the film's authenticity and heritage.
The UK government announced a ban on social media use for children under 16, set to take effect in early 2027. Prime Minister Keir Starmer cited addiction and unhappiness as reasons, drawing parallels to alcohol and tobacco age restrictions. The move has support from campaigners but faces potential opposition from US tech giants.
A tanker was attacked with a grenade launcher by armed individuals in a skiff off the coast of Yemen, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations Coordination Center (UKMTO). The incident occurred 111 nautical miles southeast of Aden. Authorities are investigating, and vessels are advised to proceed with caution.
Despite eight months in jail, a coup, and legal challenges, supporters of former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra doubt his political career is over, with some hoping for his retirement while acknowledging his continued influence.
Comcast NBCUniversal's new theme park in Bedfordshire, Universal United Kingdom Resort, is set to open in 2031. The multi-billion-pound project will span 476 acres, create 28,000 jobs, and is projected to attract 8.5 million visitors annually, contributing £50bn to the UK economy.
A Teochew-language film exploring Chinese migration and heritage has achieved significant box office success in China, while also igniting discussions across Southeast Asia regarding China's soft power and influence among Chinese diaspora communities.
A review of five new books for children and young adults, including graphic novels, middle-grade fiction, picture books, and a dystopian young adult novel. Authors featured are Nora Dåsnes, Laura Lähteenmäki, Klara Bartilsson, Ida Björs, and Marion Brunet.
An exhibition titled "Establishing New Art: Historical Choices of Guangdong and Hong Kong Art Circles in the First Half of the 20th Century" opened at the He Xiangning Art Museum in Shenzhen on June 13. The exhibition features 127 original works and historical documents, exploring various art movements and creative trends from the period.
The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament (Yangshan Station) commenced on June 13th in Yangshan County, Qingyuan City. Eighteen dragon boat teams competed on the Lianjiang River, attracting tens of thousands of spectators. The event featured traditional ceremonies and performances, with local team Xiaojiang Town winning the local group and Guangzhou Zengcheng Xintang Town Dragon Boat Association winning the invitation group.
Guangdong is experiencing its longest heavy rainfall period of the year, with Shenzhen, Zhuhai, and Huizhou reporting downpours on June 13th. Over 24 towns and streets across the province received heavy or torrential rain from the evening of June 12th to the morning of June 13th, with the maximum rainfall reaching 103.5 mm. Authorities have issued flood and thunderstorm warnings.
The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) is deepening innovation collaboration between industry, academia, and research institutions to accelerate the transformation of scientific research achievements into products. Key initiatives include facilitating cross-border flow of innovation elements, building high-level innovation platforms, and supporting the transition from "0 to 1" to "1 to 100" for technological advancements, aiming to become a global science and technology innovation hub.
På SIS-hemmet Bärby utanför Uppsala vårdas Sveriges yngsta sexualbrottslingar. Tonåringar dömda för grova sexualbrott genomgår ett program kallat "Stoppa" för att förebygga återfall, men effekten av behandlingen är osäker. Artikeln följer elevernas vardag, personalens utmaningar och den pågående utfasningen av sluten ungdomsvård.
Guangdong Province launched its 2026 Lifelong Learning Week in Guangzhou, honoring "People's Learning Stars" and "Lifelong Learning Brand Projects." A new digital platform for lifelong learning was also unveiled, featuring over 600 courses and nearly 250,000 registered users. The province also made strides in cross-border educational recognition with Hong Kong.
