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President Lee Demands Big Changes to Korea’s Election System

June 19, 2026

South Korean President Lee Jae‑Myung has called for a sweeping reform of the country’s election framework after a series of problems hit the local polls on June 3. The most visible issue was a shortage of ballot papers, which sparked public outrage and led to protests that questioned the fairness of

politics

U. S. Defense Seeks $80 Billion to Finish Iran War and Pay Other Bills

June 19, 2026

The Pentagon has asked Congress for a large sum of money, saying it needs $80 billion to finish the costs from its recent conflict with Iran and to cover other non‑military expenses. The request came in a series of phone calls with lawmakers, according to reports from the Wall Street Journal.

politics

Venezuela’s First Big Talk After Years

June 19, 2026

The United States praised a meeting in Caracas that brought together Jorge Rodriguez, the head of Venezuela’s National Assembly, and Dinorah Figuera, a former opposition lawmaker. They discussed how the country might move toward a democratic future and how to make its elections fairer, especially by

entertainment

Grand Theft Auto VI Pre‑Orders Start June 25 – New Cover Revealed

June 19, 2026

Rockstar Games has set a new date for fans to lock in their copies of Grand Theft Auto VI: the pre‑orders go live on June 25 across PlayStation, Xbox and a handful of retailers. The game will debut on November 19, 2026 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S; a PC launch is still unannounced. The c

crime

Heroic Neighbors Fight Fire to Save Plane Passengers

June 19, 2026

In the quiet hours of a Tuesday night, a business jet crashed onto a Texas highway near Laredo. The plane’s body lay twisted on its side, flames licking the wreckage as smoke drifted into the night air. A tow‑truck driver named Ivan Franco saw the blaze and immediately pulled his vehicle over, rumma

business

Pfizer’s Finance Leader Moves to Consumer Goods

June 19, 2026

The U. S. drugmaker announced that its chief financial officer, Dave Denton, will leave the company on August 15 to pursue a new opportunity in the consumer goods sector. The move follows Denton’s appointment as Pfizer’s finance head in 2022, after experience at CVS and Lowe’s. Cecile Guegan, who

politics

Chaos in Pakistani Kashmir After Mass Protests

June 19, 2026

The region of Pakistani‑administered Kashmir has been thrown into chaos after a week‑long protest that claimed over twenty lives and halted everyday activities across the territory. The unrest began when a local political group, now banned, called for a strike on June 9 to oppose the reservation o

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Music Leaders Push Japan’s Global Reach

June 19, 2026

Sony Music Japan’s chief, Shunsuke Muramatsu, has been named a top global influencer in the music world. His company signs artists like YOASOBI, Creepy Nuts and Kenshi Yonezu, who chart in Japan and abroad. Muramatsu says success comes from mixing new ideas with proven methods, and he encourages his

sports

Why a Lesser-Known Rams Player Might Be the Real Key to Their Winning Season

June 19, 2026

The Rams entered 2026 with high hopes for a Super Bowl run, and adding star defender Myles Garrett made their chances look even better. But one analyst thinks someone else—not Garrett—holds the real key to their success this season. Instead of focusing on the big-name additions, this expert points t

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Tech, Brands, and Stars Collide at Cannes Lions

June 19, 2026

Cannes Lions isn't just about flashy ads and golden statuettes. Every year, the festival becomes a real-time lab where tech, marketing, and pop culture mix to test new ideas. This time, two unusual events are bringing together athletes, musicians, and brand bosses under one roof. On one evening, bas