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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

art

Celebrating 150 Years of Art and Community in Denver

June 19, 2026

The stone building that now houses the Emmanuel Art Gallery has stood on Denver’s Auraria campus since 1876, witnessing the city’s growth and change. In 2024 it marks a century and a half of serving as a cultural hub, and the gallery has opened a new show called “Come Together: 150 Years of the Emma

politics

Japanese Tanker Clears Hormuz Strait After Iran Lock‑In

June 19, 2026

A Japanese tanker, owned by Kyoei Tanker and flying a Liberian flag, has successfully moved out of the Persian Gulf. The ship had been stranded in the area because of tensions with Iran, but diplomatic talks helped it slip past the Strait of Hormuz on Friday. All crew members aboard were Japanese an

sports

A big day for New York basketball fans

June 19, 2026

Jalen Brunson didn’t just hold up the shiny NBA trophy—he let the whole city feel its weight. Fans packed lower Manhattan, stretching from subways to sidewalks, some standing so close on Broadway’s tall buildings’ shadows that they looked like a human wave. “We actually pulled this off, ” Brunson to

celebrities

Knicks Parade Brings Big Names Downtown

June 19, 2026

New York threw a party last week the city won’t forget, and everyone from Oscar winners to hometown rappers showed up to prove it. The Knicks capped off a wild Finals run with a championship barely anyone saw coming—beating San Antonio in five games after pulling off two near-miraculous comebacks. I

sports

The Balancing Act: Shohei Ohtani’s Double Duty Raises Questions

June 19, 2026

Shohei Ohtani stepped onto the mound again last week, but this time wasn’t a normal outing. A blister on his pitching hand split open mid-game, sending blood onto his glove and pants. Fans watched as the cameras zoomed in, reminded once more that even superstars aren’t immune to the grind. Ohtani sh

weather

Strong Winds and Flood Watch Hit Northern Illinois

June 18, 2026

A wind alert is in place for several northern Illinois counties as a storm moves through the area. The warning covers Boone, DeKalb, Lee, Ogle, Winnebago and parts of Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane and McHenry counties. It started at 10:46 a. m. and will end by 1 p. m. The National Weather Service said wi

business

Homary Opens Its First French Store in Paris

June 18, 2026

Homary, a worldwide furniture and décor brand, has opened its first shop in France. The new location is at the Domus shopping centre near Paris and will welcome customers from Saturday, June 27. This launch marks the brand’s official entry into the French market and shows its plan to grow across Eur

business

New KLM Jets Face Business‑Class Delay

June 18, 2026

KLM is set to launch its newest planes, the Airbus A350s, which will replace older models. However, a problem with regulatory rules means that the special business‑class seats are not ready for use on the first flights. The airline plans to name each new aircraft after famous Dutch art, starting

politics

Ballot Paper Shortages Spark Parliamentary Investigation in South Korea

June 18, 2026

South Korean lawmakers began a 45‑day inquiry into the National Election Commission after voters faced paper shortages during local polls on June 3. The probe was approved in a full‑assembly vote and will look at both the central commission and regional bodies. The issue sparked street protests,