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South Korea's AI selloff puts $290 billion leveraged-ETF boom under scrutiny
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South Korea's AI selloff puts $290 billion leveraged-ETF boom under scrutiny

A sharp AI-driven stock selloff in South Korea has renewed scrutiny of the country's booming leveraged ETF market, valued at $290 billion. These funds amplify both gains and losses, and the recent turbulence exposed the risks retail investors face. Regulators and analysts are once again examining the rapid growth of this corner of the market.

Hockey Hall of Fame 2027: ranking of top candidates for next year's class
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Hockey Hall of Fame 2027: ranking of top candidates for next year's class

With the 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame class freshly announced, attention has already turned to who could be inducted in 2027. The piece ranks the leading candidates based on their career achievements and eligibility. No official nominations have been made yet for the 2027 class.

US grants Iran football team entry for 2026 World Cup — Marciniak to referee Egypt match
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US grants Iran football team entry for 2026 World Cup — Marciniak to referee Egypt match

US authorities have eased entry rules for Iran's national football team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The squad will be permitted to arrive in Seattle two days before their group-stage match against Egypt. Polish referee Szymon Marciniak has been assigned to officiate that game.

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Rubio warns Iran: no tolls allowed in the Strait of Hormuz
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Rubio warns Iran: no tolls allowed in the Strait of Hormuz

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Iran that no country has the right to charge tolls for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The UN announced it will evacuate sailors currently stranded in the strait. Tensions around the strategically critical waterway remain high.

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GTA 6 pre-orders open June 25 — standard edition may cost up to $100
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GTA 6 pre-orders open June 25 — standard edition may cost up to $100

Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA 6 pre-orders will go live on Thursday, June 25. Rumors based on a Portuguese retailer listing suggest the standard edition could cost up to $100 / £80, though no official price has been confirmed. PS5 players looking to save money are being pointed toward £70 PlayStation Store gift cards as a potential workaround.

Real Madrid sign Felicia Schroeder in most expensive women's football transfer ever
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Real Madrid sign Felicia Schroeder in most expensive women's football transfer ever

19-year-old Swedish forward Felicia Schroeder has left BK Hacken to join Real Madrid in a deal described as the most expensive transfer ever in women's football. The teenager's fee was not disclosed, but the club confirmed the record-breaking nature of the move.

Ronaldo scores at 6th World Cup — opinion: time to retire from international football
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Ronaldo scores at 6th World Cup — opinion: time to retire from international football

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first footballer in history to score at six different World Cups. The opinion piece argues, however, that for the good of his own legacy and the Portuguese national team, Ronaldo should now retire from international football at this historic high point.

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Garmin Venu 4 drops to $499.99 on Amazon Prime Day — lowest price ever
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Garmin Venu 4 drops to $499.99 on Amazon Prime Day — lowest price ever

The Garmin Venu 4 is currently on sale at Amazon US for $499.99, down from $549.99, marking its lowest-ever price during Amazon Prime Day. The reviewer considers it the best all-round Garmin watch for most people, praising its sleek design and broad feature set that suits both office and active lifestyles.

Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 at World Cup — Ronaldo scores twice
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Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 at World Cup — Ronaldo scores twice

Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in a Group K World Cup match played in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo, who had been criticised for a poor performance in the tournament opener, scored twice. Also in Group K, Colombia face the Democratic Republic of Congo.

NHL Eyes Austin and Houston for Texas Expansion
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NHL Eyes Austin and Houston for Texas Expansion

The NHL is eyeing Texas for its next expansion push, with Austin and Houston identified as the primary target cities, according to ESPN sources. The league is moving to begin the formal expansion process in the state. Texas would represent a major new market for professional ice hockey in the United States.

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UN report: Israeli killings of Gaza children after truce amount to genocide
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UN report: Israeli killings of Gaza children after truce amount to genocide

A United Nations commission report concludes that Israeli killings of children in Gaza following the truce amount to genocide. Israel's UN mission flatly rejected the report, calling it a "libelous sham" and describing the investigating commission as a "fundamentally flawed mechanism."

Paluch after Wrocław speedway match: I struggle to push the bike forward on such tracks
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Paluch after Wrocław speedway match: I struggle to push the bike forward on such tracks

Speedway rider Oskar Paluch admitted after the Wrocław match that he struggles to let the motorcycle run forward on that type of track and wants more practice on similar surfaces. Meanwhile, Nikodem Mikołajczyk explained what competing in the PGE Ekstraliga means for his development.

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Menlo Ventures raises $3B fund after its $750M bet on Anthropic paid off
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Menlo Ventures raises $3B fund after its $750M bet on Anthropic paid off

Menlo Ventures has raised a new $3 billion fund, cementing its reputation as a leading AI investor. The firm's standing is built largely on a bold $750 million investment in Anthropic made in 2024, which proved to be a defining bet for the venture capital firm.

Roland Garros sensation Arnaldi knocked out in Eastbourne by world No. 293 Hussey
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Roland Garros sensation Arnaldi knocked out in Eastbourne by world No. 293 Hussey

Matteo Arnaldi, a standout performer at the recent Roland Garros, was eliminated in the first round of the ATP 250 grass-court tournament in Eastbourne, losing in three sets to world No. 293 Giles Hussey. Seeded Ugo Humbert advanced to the next round.

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Valve's Steam Machine targets console players wanting PC gaming without the complexity
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Valve's Steam Machine targets console players wanting PC gaming without the complexity

Valve is launching the Steam Machine, a compact gaming box aimed at console owners who want to access PC gaming without learning the intricacies of cooling systems and hardware specs. The device is not targeted at hardcore enthusiasts pushing maximum performance, but at players seeking a simple bridge to the Steam ecosystem. Valve's goal is to make PC gaming more approachable than ever before.

Portugal 5–0 Uzbekistan: Ronaldo scores twice at the World Cup
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Portugal 5–0 Uzbekistan: Ronaldo scores twice at the World Cup

Portugal opened their World Cup campaign with a dominant 5–0 victory over Uzbekistan. Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice, becoming the only player in history to net at six different World Cup tournaments. The result signals Ronaldo's intent to challenge for the tournament's top scorer award.

Trump to hand over World Cup trophy at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026
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Trump to hand over World Cup trophy at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026

US President Donald Trump will participate in the World Cup 2026 final ceremony at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19. FIFA president Gianni Infantino officially confirmed that Trump will join him in presenting the World Cup trophy to the winning team's captain. The announcement makes Trump's involvement in the tournament's centrepiece event official.

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Hungary blocks key EU accession step for Ukraine and Moldova
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Hungary blocks key EU accession step for Ukraine and Moldova

Budapest has halted a key procedural step that was meant to accelerate EU accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova. Hungary's decision could significantly delay both countries' progress toward EU membership. Hungary appears to be acting alone in blocking this stage of the accession process.

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Alibaba unveils Qwen Robot Suite: three AI models for robot navigation, world modeling and manipulation
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Alibaba unveils Qwen Robot Suite: three AI models for robot navigation, world modeling and manipulation

Alibaba's Tongyi Lab has unveiled the Qwen Robot Suite, a family of embodied-AI models designed to help machines perceive space, reason, and act. The suite comprises three components: RobotNav for navigation, RobotWorld as a video "world model," and RobotManip for object manipulation. The announcement follows Nvidia's recent release of Cosmos 3 and suggests Alibaba is targeting robotics as a key competitive frontier beyond large language models.

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Zuckerberg wants Meta to launch its own prediction market app
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Zuckerberg wants Meta to launch its own prediction market app

Mark Zuckerberg reportedly wants Meta to develop and launch its own prediction market app. The move would put Meta in direct competition with existing platforms such as Polymarket. No official details about the app's name, launch date, or features have been confirmed.

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Neil Young releases free hour-long concert film "Corduroy Plants" from his 2025 tour
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Neil Young releases free hour-long concert film "Corduroy Plants" from his 2025 tour

Neil Young has quietly released a free, hour-long concert film titled "Corduroy Plants," directed by Daryl Hannah. The film documents his 2025 tour with the Chrome Hearts and features classic tracks including "Ohio," "Like a Hurricane," and "Cortez The Killer." The release was made available at no cost to viewers.