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Spain, the reigning European champions, face Cape Verde in their opening Group H match at the 2026 World Cup in Atlanta. Lamine Yamal is on the bench as he recovers from a hamstring injury, while Tunisia has fired its coach after a heavy defeat.
The Netherlands secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Sweden to move closer to the knockout rounds, with braces from Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo. Elsewhere, Curacao made history as the smallest nation to play at a World Cup, facing Germany on day four of the tournament.
Thousands of protesters are expected to rally in Geneva on Sunday ahead of the G7 summit in Evian, France, with authorities deploying heavy security and businesses boarding up storefronts. The 'No-G7' coalition, comprising over 60 groups, aims to denounce 'fascism and imperialism' and express frustration with global leaders' policies. The summit, running from June 15-17, will tackle issues including the war in Iran and economic imbalances.
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war, with Iran agreeing to dilute enriched uranium in exchange for economic relief. Protests in Iran and conflicting statements over the signing date highlight ongoing tensions.
Brazil and Morocco played out a 1-1 draw in their World Cup 2026 Group C opener, with Ismael Saibari and Vinicius Junior trading goals. Morocco later beat Scotland 1-0 and Haiti 4-2, while Scotland secured a 1-0 win over Haiti.
US President Donald Trump will attend the G7 summit in Evian, France, from June 15-17, where he will join a working session with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, though no bilateral meeting is planned. French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to host Trump for a private dinner at the Palace of Versailles, and Zelensky says he expects a separate meeting on Wednesday.
As the Socceroos prepare for their World Cup opener against Türkiye, coach Tony Popovic has signed a contract extension and embraced his team's underdog status. Captain Hakan Çalhanoğlu's pre-match confidence was met with a 2-0 Australian victory, silencing critics and setting up a promising tournament campaign.
Sam Short's stellar performance at the Australian Swimming Trials saw him win the 200m, 400m, 800m, and 1,500m freestyle, equalling a feat only Grant Hackett had achieved. Short also set personal bests and came close to the world record in the 400m, highlighting his readiness for the upcoming Commonwealth Games and Pan Pacific Championships.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signaled a shift in how the Philippines discusses the South China Sea, framing it as a shared vulnerability rather than a territorial dispute. Analysts note Asean is unlikely to adopt a collective stance, while critics argue Manila's confrontational approach has failed to resolve tensions and may undermine regional unity.
China has barred Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro and his family from entering the country, including Hong Kong and Macau, over remarks deemed harmful to bilateral ties. Manila has called the move an 'unfriendly act' that could further strain relations, while Teodoro vows to continue defending Philippine interests. The sanctions mark an escalation in the ongoing South China Sea dispute.
Hong Kong's catering industry targets 6-8% growth during the FIFA World Cup, using creative promotions like discounts, replays, and lucky draws to counter the time difference with host cities. A Father's Day yum cha at a local teahouse illustrated the sector's efforts.
With most Asian investors shut out of SpaceX’s record-breaking IPO, traders are turning to supply-chain stocks, ETFs, and other proxies. Meanwhile, reporting reveals that some Chinese and Qatari investors held stakes in SpaceX before it went public, raising regulatory and national security questions.
Yohei Kono, the Japanese politician whose 1993 apology acknowledged the coerced mobilization of wartime 'comfort women,' has died at 89. South Korea's Prime Minister offered condolences, praising Kono's rare stance on history. Kono was also a key advocate for stable Japan-China relations through trade.
China has announced it will conduct maritime surveys east of Taiwan on a routine basis, following recent talks between Japan and the Philippines on maritime boundaries. The move, reported by state media, aims to assert Chinese sovereignty and counter perceived efforts to introduce a foreign military presence in the area.
Taiwan's coast guard has vowed to forcefully drive away Chinese ships that assert jurisdiction in its waters, following a Chinese patrol off Taiwan's eastern shores. The patrol, which China said was a response to Japan-Philippines maritime talks, inspected 198 vessels and rectified violations involving three ships. Tensions also rose as two Chinese government ships reportedly approached Taiwan-controlled Itu Aba in the South China Sea.
South Korea announced its 24-man baseball roster for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, with 2024 KBO MVP Kim Do-yeong among the selections. Manager Ryu Ji-hyun expressed expectations of a fifth consecutive gold medal, while the KBO continued its youth-focused selection strategy.
Thomas Hatch, a 31-year-old American right-hander, has joined the SSG Landers in the Korea Baseball Organization, replacing injured starter Mitch White. Hatch, who has played in the U.S., Canada, and Japan, says he is focused on taking things day by day and contributing to the Landers' midseason turnaround.
South Korea defeated Czechia 2-1 in their Group A opener at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with coach Hong Myung-bo crediting altitude training in Utah. The team will next face Mexico, a match that pits midfielder Lee Kang-in against his former club coach Javier Aguirre.
The United States and Japan have reiterated their commitment to the complete denuclearization of North Korea during defense talks in Tokyo, rejecting Russia's view that the issue is closed. Washington also stated it remains open to dialogue without preconditions, while G7 leaders echoed the same commitment and expressed concern over North Korea's nuclear programs.
Nearly 20,000 people have signed a petition urging Donald Trump and the White House to stop using anime and manga characters in official social media posts, citing unauthorized use in political and military contexts. The petition, first launched in March, gained renewed attention after Trump shared an AI-generated video depicting himself as Naruto. Rights holders such as Pokémon Company International and the official Yu-Gi-Oh! account have also spoken out against the use of their intellectual property.