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• EU approves sanctions on Iranian targets over maritime security concerns

  08-06-2026 13:33 via article.wn.com
  NICOSIA, June 8 (Xinhua) -- The European Union (EU) on Monday approved sanctions against Iranian individuals and entities over allegations of disrupting maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, EU foreign policy chief Kaja...
  
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• World Cup 2026 could deliver nearly $1 billion economic jackpot to California

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  The world’s biggest sporting event is coming to Los Angeles, but the real impact will not be felt on the pitch. It will happen in hotel lobbies, packed restaurants, crowded airport terminals and concession stands at SoFi Stadium (if a strike is averted). According to a new analysis from Bookies.com, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is projected to generate an eye-popping $594 million in economic impact for the Los Angeles region. 5 Los Angeles Union Station is adorned with FIFA World Cup signage in
  
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• Widespread abuses persist in Cambodia cyber scam compounds despite crackdown: report

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Amnesty International reported Monday that Cambodia’s high-profile crackdown on cyber scam compounds has failed to dismantle most operations and has left trafficking victims without meaningful protection, raising concerns about state accountability and enforcement efforts. In the new report, Amnesty documented evidence from 73 survivors originating from 16 countries who were allegedly...
  
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• We’re only halfway through 2026. Here’s how to get through the next six months | ...

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
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• VP JD Vance addresses US-Israel relationship, whether Iran is trying to 'play' the United States

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
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• USDA confirms first screwworm case in New Mexico, 2 new Texas cases

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Alarm for US farmers as screwworm found in Texas cattle The United States has confirmed a case of New World screwworm in Texas, marking the first detection in the state in decades and raising concerns for the livestock industry. Cara Angeline Oliver reports. New World screwworm has been detected in three Texas counties and one New Mexico county.The first case in a dog was confirmed in New Mexico, over 400 miles from the initial outbreak.The USDA and Texas Animal Health Commission are responding
  
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• US State Department awards CRS a disaster response assistance grant

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  The U.S. Department of State announced June 5 that a $240 million grant in humanitarian and disaster response assistance, the first of a series of such grants, will be made to Catholic Relief Services, the overseas relief and development agency of the U.S. Catholic Church. The award was announced at an event in Rome by Ryan Shrum, a senior official with the State Department Bureau of Disaster and Humanitarian Response; U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Brian Burch;...
  
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• US moves to revoke citizenship of Indian-origin businessman

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Washington: The US Department of Justice has launched proceedings to revoke the citizenship of 17 naturalised Americans accused of concealing crimes or lying during the immigration process, including an Indian-origin businessman convicted in a visa fraud case. The Justice Department said Monday, June 8, that the denaturalisation actions, filed in federal courts across the country, target individuals accused of offences ranging from sexual abuse of minors and healthcare fraud to money laundering,
  
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• US judge strikes down Trump’s H-1B fee

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Washington: A federal judge struck down President Donald Trump’s controversial $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, ruling that the administration exceeded its authority and imposed what amounted to an unlawful tax without approval from Congress. In a major setback for the administration’s immigration agenda, US District Judge Leo T. Sorokin of Massachusetts sided with a coalition of 20 states challenging the policy and vacated it nationwide. “The Court finds that the Polic
  
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• Two dead as private jet crashes in Dominican Republic en route to pick up MLB ...

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A private plane heading to pick up St. Louis Cardinals legend Yadier Molina in Texas crashed just minutes after taking off in the Dominican Republic, killing the pilot and co-pilot. The US-registered Gulfstream G200 Galaxy executive jet had taken off for Austin when the crew reported problems on board, forcing the pilot to attempt an emergency return to the airport Sunday. It crashed in a massive fireball, killing t
  
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• Turkish, Azerbaijani, Georgian foreign ministers pledge greater cooperation

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  The foreign ministers of Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Georgia Monday pledged to bolster trilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors "based on a profound tradition of friendship, good neighborliness, mutual respect and trust." Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov, and Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili said the neighbors acknowledge "regional connectivity as a vital element for regional cooperation, economic growth and development
  
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• The criminal cartels cashing in on the World Cup – podcast

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Football fans are celebrating the tournament coming to Guadalajara. But with a brutal crime syndicate holding sway there, what are the risks for fans – and the government?...
  
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• Terrified Philippine school kids cry out in fear as deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocks region

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Heart-stopping footage captured dozens of elementary school students wailing in terror as they were violently jolted back and forth when a deadly 7.8-magnitude earthquake ripped through the Philippines on their first day of school Monday. Dramatic video showed more than 100 terrified pupils at DepEd Mahayahay Elementary School in Davao Occidental on the ground being jerked side to side, screaming and crying as panic
  
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• STEP Metal and Plastic Technology Expands its Custom Manufacturing and Global Export Capabilities

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  STEP Metal and Plastic Technology brings precision metal and plastic components to Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. Founded in 2003, STEP Metal and Plastic Technology Co., LTD. (STEP) operates from the Dongguan Digital Valley Self-built Industrial Park in Chashan, Dongguan. The company provides customised production of metal stamping parts, turning parts, springs, aluminium heat sinks, plastic injection parts, and other metal and plastic spare parts. STEP owns a modern, self-built fact
  
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• Somali World Cup referee denied entry to US, official says

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  A Somali referee on course to become the first official from the Horn of Africa nation to work at a FIFA World Cup finals tournament has been refused entry to the United States, ca ......
  
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• Pope meets with six clergy abuse victims in Madrid

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Pope Leo XIV met with several survivors of sexual abuse in an hourlong meeting in which he listened to their experiences and their proposals on how the Catholic Church can promote safety and healing for victims, the Vatican said. According to a statement released by the Vatican press office June 8, six people who had been abused by members of the clergy, who were “accompanied by Church personnel engaged in working close with victims,” met with the pontiff. “In the course of the
  
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• Pilots who died in fiery jet crash en route to pick up MLB legend identified ...

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The two pilots who died when a private jet crashed in the Dominican Republic on the way to pick up St. Louis Cardinals legend Yadier Molina have been identified as two American aviators. Pilot Erik Javier Diago and co-pilot Ruddy Ghazal were taking off from La Romana International Airport on Sunday when their US-registered Gulfstream G200 Galaxy executive jet ran into problems, airport officials said. The US-registe
  
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• Nigeria authorities criticized for inadequate response to violence against young women and girls

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  UN rights experts on Monday condemned Nigerian authorities after sources reported that mass killings, kidnappings, forced conversion, sexual violence, and enforced disappearances were disproportionately targeting women and girls in Christian and minority religious communities. In commenting on the sheer gravity of the crimes, the experts stated: The deteriorating security situation in northern Nigeria and the Middle Belt has created an...
  
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• New Book Reveals Hidden Family Histories Through ColonialEra Merchant Records

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Historian and genealogical researcher Ken D. Johnson announces the release of , a deeply researched exploration into the everyday lives of Colonial Americans through surviving business ledgers and merchant account books. Co-authored with the late Marilyn J. Cramer, the book offers readers a rare glimpse into 18th-century life in Colonial Upstate New York, using primary source financial records to uncover forgotten stories of families, commerce, social customs, and community life. Through meticul
  
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• Lucintel Forecasts the Global Talc Market to Reach $3,808 million by 2035

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  "The talc market is experiencing significant transformation driven by technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, and increasing regulatory scrutiny. As industries such as cosmetics, plastics, and ceramics expand, the demand for talc is evolving in both developed and emerging markets." Key data points: The market size in 2035 = $3,808 million, growth forecast = 3.6% annually for the next 8 years. Scroll below to get more insights. This market report covers trends,...
  
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• Lucintel Forecasts the Global Smart Traffic Management Market to Reach $34,082 million by 2035

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  "The smart traffic management market is experiencing rapid evolution driven by technological advancements, urbanization, and the need for sustainable transportation solutions. As cities grow and traffic congestion worsens, innovative systems are being adopted to improve traffic flow," Key data points: The market size in 2035 = $34,082 million, growth forecast = 9.1% annually for the next 8 years. Scroll below to get more insights. This market report covers trends, opportunities and forecasts in
  
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• Jet fuel costs soar 78% in past year as Strait of Hormuz remains shut

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The cost of fuel for US airlines ballooned to a staggering $6.5 billion in April as the Strait of Hormuz remains shut, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics found in its latest report. The eye-watering sum is a 78% increase from a year ago and a 26% increase from March, according to the figures. The cost per gallon of jet fuel was also up 94 cents from March, with prices hitting $4.11 in April....
  
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• Jalon Zeolite: The Trusted Molecular Sieve Supplier for Innovation and Supply Chain Reliability

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Jalon is a leading molecular sieve supplier using a new 14,000-ton automated storage center to stop delivery errors and protect plant operations. Recommendation: ☆☆☆☆☆ To B or C: To B (Business to Business) Main Markets: Global Industrial Gas, Cryogenic Air Separation, Petrochemical Manufacturing Industrial Gas Realities: Why Delivery Precision is Non-Negotiable Industrial gas production is a brutal environment. Cryogenic air separation units (ASUs) run constantly a
  
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• Jacinta Allan says Pauline Hanson ‘chooses to barrack for bullies’ over ‘ditch the witch’ billboard

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Victorian premier says she will always call out ‘misogynist’ views after One Nation leader says ‘if the shoe fits’...
  
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• Izakaya economics: Japan’s traditional night out fights tooth and ale for survival

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Hard times – and British-style pubs – are squeezing restaurant-bars that once thrived in cities everywhere. Can they innovate to keep pace with change?...
  
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• IYSH, Historical Novel, Debuts, Spanning the Holocaust and the State of Israel

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Greg Price’s new novel immerses the reader in a saga of endurance, faith, identity, love, and perseverance in one of history’s most challenging eras NEW YORK - June 8, 2026 - IYSH: A Story of Courage, a new historical novel by Greg Price, has debuted. The expansive 692-page saga spans Nazi Germany, war-torn Europe, and the early...
  
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• I.st Expands Global Distribution Network from Germany and Türkiye to the U.S.

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  BNC Korea’s premium brand I.st enters Amazon U.S., with plans for Manhattan pop-up and KCON LA 2026 this summer. BNC Korea’s global beauty and homecare brand I.st. is accelerating its global expansion with its pharmacy-based skincare line, JUVILEX Oligo PDRN Cream. Following successful market expansion in Europe and the Middle East, the brand has recently launched on Amazon U.S. and is preparing to operate...
  
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• Israel and Iran flare-up tests Trump’s grip and could strengthen Tehran’s negotiating hand

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  The web of fractious alliances and dysfunctional ceasefires shows how destabilised the region remains.| �Read More��BBC News ......
  
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• Indian diaspora groups welcome court ruling on H-1B visa fee

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  Washington: US-based Indian diaspora advocacy groups welcomed the Massachusetts federal court’s decision to strike down the USD 100,000 fee levied by the Trump administration on H-1B visas, contending that it was appropriate for preserving US’ competitive edge in innovation and entrepreneurship. “We welcome the Massachusetts federal court’s decision striking down the USD 100,000...
  
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• ICC prosecutor suspended over sexual misconduct allegations

  09-06-2026 05:38 via article.wn.com
  International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan was suspended from his duties Monday following a probe into sexual abuse allegations against him. The Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute, the ICC's governing body, announced the decision, saying Khan will be referred for disciplinary proceedings before all 125 member states following the results of a UN investigation, which are not...
  
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