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Ex-election watchdog chief banned from leaving country amid ballot shortage probeYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
China’s chip design software firms back Huawei’s new scaling law. But can they catch US rivals?SCMP - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Bolt rewards top drivers nationwide, deepens support beyond earningsBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
S. Korea, Britain sign revised nuclear cooperation protocol, discuss partnershipYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Canada's move to rein in AI chatbots, spurred by school shooting, faces doubts over loopholesEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Students hold 'Heading to Bankrupt Indonesia' protests against Prabowo's policiesCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
10 years of romance fraud and the human cost in Carlos Barragán’s eye-opening bookBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Year-on-year excellent performance, rewards sustained investments, long concession at Ikogosi – GMBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Moroccan proptech Agenz raises $5 million to digitise real estate transactionsTechCabalJune 12, 2026
'Ridiculous mindset': Why some fatal road accidents in Malaysia spark racial undertonesCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
Sources say women who fled Iran to be deport from US to Central African RepublicAfricanewsJune 12, 2026
SpaceX playbook set to fuel China's IPO ambitions but tech gap persistsEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Canada's move to rein in AI chatbots, spurred by school shooting, faces doubts over loopholesCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Africa: South Africa's Bafana Open Campaign With Defeat By Mexico and Two Red CardsAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
How Musk's tactics left investors clamoring for SpaceX stock and ignoring risksCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Canadas move to rein in AI chatbots, spurred by school shooting, faces doubts over loopholesLiveMint - TechnologyJune 12, 2026
The Kafkaesque reality behind KPMG’s corporate ‘speak up’ cultureAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Australia isn’t the UK. But its migration model faces a testAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Danantara Indonesia unit will not take over contracts in new export plan, meeting minutes showCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Egypt forms Joint Committee to oversee water footprint in food industry projectsEgypt IndependentJune 12, 2026
Hong Kong gazettes tax break for fund managers’ bonuses to bolster role as wealth hubSCMP - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Africa: Health Emerges As a Strategic Frontline for Africa Ahead of Bonn Climate ConferenceAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Congo-Kinshasa: Ebola Outbreak Spreads in DR Congo As Misinformation Hampers ResponseAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
FY27 budget 'unrealistic, overly ambitious, conducive to looting': JamaatDaily Star (Bangladesh)June 12, 2026
Hong Kong regulators vow strict compliance as Beijing tightens capital controlsSCMP - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Emirates to offer passengers incentives to fly through Middle East as first class sits half emptyBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
‘Not a crackdown’: China regulators signal more neutral enforcement in shift from 2021SCMP - TechJune 12, 2026
From Lagos to New York: Inside Segun Agbaje’s N8.5bn multi-currency stock portfolioBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
SpaceX leveraged fund providers hit by day-one launch setback, sources sayCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Exclusive-US bank regulators ramp up scrutiny of AI use at financial companiesCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Agentic AI returns in India poised to grow fivefold to $14.4 million: SAP studyEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Ground handlers restore Max Air services after “substantial” part-paymentBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
S. Korean special envoy calls for peaceful solutions to Middle East conflicts at U.N.Yonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
LiteFinance launches CFDs on SpaceX shares on the day of the company’s IPOBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Singaporean pays US$72m to join Richard Li, Pony Ma in Hong Kong’s most exclusive enclaveSCMP - BusinessJune 12, 2026
POWER SECTOR DEEP DIVE: Nigeria’s biggest problem equals Nigeria’s biggest opportunityBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Japan aiming to live up to heightened expectations with deep run at World CupJapan TimesJune 12, 2026
Belgium: Jordan Bardella strengthens ties with Vlaams Belang in Brussels visitAfricanewsJune 12, 2026
Public Prosecution demands maximum penalty against TV host Sarah Khalifa over drug traffickingEgypt IndependentJune 12, 2026
BSH targets 2x growth in Siemens appliances as Indians upgrade to premium kitchensLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Tata Sons board meeting: Chairman N Chandrasekaran not in focus today; what is?LiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Ex Opals star on the secret weapon transforming women’s sportAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
As Musk secures first trillionaire status with SpaceX IPO, will Chinese tech see next 1?SCMP - BusinessJune 12, 2026
The cost of not knowing: How intelligence failure fuels insecurityBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
South Korean brokerages make W4.3tr in Q1, nearly half of last year's totalKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Trump says the war is over but Iran has not confirmed a deal. Here’s the latestEgypt IndependentJune 12, 2026
Coalition could help Labor wipe massive detention compensation billAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson tells state media no agreement has been finalizedEgypt IndependentJune 12, 2026
Fury in India as its sailors become collateral damage in Trump’s war with IranEgypt IndependentJune 12, 2026
(4th LD) Ex-President Yoon sentenced to 30 yrs in prison in drone infiltration caseYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
(2nd LD) Seoul stocks spike over 4 pct to settle again in 8,000 territory on hopes for end to Mideast crisisYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
(LEAD) Korean won gains on renewed hope of U.S.-Iran peace deal, foreign net buyingYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
NSIB retrieves evidence on Warri-Itakpe train derailment as investigation progressesBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
India likely past peak outflows, AI gap its advantage, Lighthouse Canton saysEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Nigeria: Democracy Day - Tinubu Says Economic Reforms Restoring Stability, Pledges Greater Prosperity for NigeriansAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
President Zardari approves bill, 'fulfilling all legal formalities' for PIA's privatisationDawn - BusinessJune 12, 2026
SpaceX lift-off, World Cup business and the big bank big shortAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Coalition mounts push to delay tax bill, NDIS cuts by six monthsAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Seoul stocks spike over 4% to settle again in 8,000 territory on hopes for end to Mideast crisisKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Okuama killing: Aftermath of 17 slain soldiers, court orders release of professor, other leadersBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Nigerian startups must build networks, not just products — Kolapo OgungbileBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
(LEAD) Seoul stocks spike over 4 pct to settle again in 8,000 territory on hopes for end to Mideast crisisYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Govt spending without productivity gains may stoke inflation: CPDDaily Star (Bangladesh)June 12, 2026
Dexus directors suspended from airport board, forced sale moves aheadAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
China backs next generation of tech champions as new rules reshape path overseasCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
UAE sends military planes to S. Korea to transport Cheongung missile systems: sourcesYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
‘Insurgent’: Labor must be the disruptive force, Carroll warnsAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
NiMet sets up innovation committee to enhance research, operational efficiencyBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Kenya: Education, Security Claims Largest Slice of Sh4.3 Trillion Mbadi BudgetAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
(LEAD) (World Cup) Thousands gather in Gwanghwamun to cheer for S. Korea in World Cup match against CzechiaYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Africa’s M&A market hits four-year high as investors chase bigger dealsBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
How businesses can legally reduce their tax bills under the new tax regimeBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Is baby hungry, sleepy or just unhappy? These Japanese apps help interpret criesSCMP - AsiaJune 12, 2026
KT brings fans together at Gwanghwamun to cheer for Team Korea at the World CupKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Nigeria: FIFA Ranking - Super Eagles Emerge Second-Highest-Ranked Team Missing the 2026 World CupAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Nigeria: Nigeria Police Launches 24/7 School Emergency Response Centre Amid AbductionsAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Africa: Top African Referee Omar Artan to Officiate 2026 Uefa Super Cup After Being Unable to Participate in FIFA World Cup 2026AllAfricaJune 12, 2026
In Malaysia, over 1,000 Orang Asli rally for land rights: ‘we’re not going anywhere’SCMP - AsiaJune 12, 2026
Seoul stocks spike over 4 pct to settle again in 8,000 territory on hopes for end to Mideast crisisYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Voice AI startup Equal raises $30 million from Prosus Ventures, Tomales BayLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
(URGENT) Seoul stocks spike over 4 pct to settle again in 8,000-point territory on hopes for end to Iran warYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
South Africa: Nelson Mandela Bay Needs 101 Remedies, But Will Anyone Implement Them?AllAfricaJune 12, 2026
South Africa: The Battle for Joburg - ANC Weighs Chikane, Makhura and Masuku to Take On ZilleAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
South Africa: Beyond 'Best Before' - - SABS Unveils Landmark Draft Plan to Tackle Food Waste CrisisAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Used-car platform Spinny begins work on IPO, eyes up to $300 million raiseLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Commentary: PM Anwar faces leadership referendum in upcoming Johor, Negeri Sembilan state pollsCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
South Africa: Unsafe Manganese Dust Levels Trigger Health and Legal Warnings in Nelson Mandela BayAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
'Too lazy': NVIDIA's Jensen Huang says CEOs use AI as cover story for layoffs that has nothing to do with itLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
‘Bring it on’: Alinta bets on edging out rivals with Singapore backingAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
B Capital leads SolarSquare’s $50-55 million round at $500 million valuationEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Protected: Unlocking Africa's engine: How Ecobank is powering the SME revolutionAfrican BusinessJune 12, 2026
(World Cup) Dad strength: S. Korean goalkeeper makes clutch saves after video call with newborn daughterYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Coupang to challenge Korean authorities in court over data-leak fineKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Hedge fund billionaire’s $569m superyacht likely to draw scrutinyAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
SpaceX is the first of three sci-fi IPOs with truly insane mathsAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
LG Energy Solution ends patent dispute with China’s Sunwoda through licensing dealKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Trusts are under pressure, but this wealth structure escaped changeAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Civility abandoned: The ‘Liar’ brand is catching up with AlbaneseAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
How immigration is tearing Britain apart, pushing Starmer to the brinkAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Million-dollar discounts: Inside the trophy homes meeting the marketAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
(World Cup) S. Korea coach believes altitude training paid off in win over CzechiaYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Xero chair courts investors for CEO pay reset after 60pc stock plungeAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Poverty surges 7pc in 6 years, pushing 27m people into financial distressDawn - BusinessJune 12, 2026
South Africa: Flood-Hit Western Cape Faces Long Recovery - South African News Briefs - June 12, 2026AllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Keshav Reddy's Equal AI raises $30 million in round led by Prosus, Tomales Bay CapitalEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Unification ministry pledges peace after Yoon convicted in N. Korea drone caseYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Apple isn't doing ‘AI for the sake of AI’, wants to give users 'superpowers'LiveMint - TechnologyJune 12, 2026
2025 floods hit agriculture hardest with Rs430bn losses: Pakistan Economic SurveyDawn - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Google and Meta are spending $300 million to train blue-collar workers. The AI boom made them do itLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
(World Cup) Persistent S. Korea overcome slow start, dodgy defense to beat Czechia in openerYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Vietnamese couple arrested over illegal global distribution of Korean webtoonsYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
WORLD IN BRIEF: SpaceX nears $1.8tn valuation, US to deport Iranians, South Sudan whistleblower abducted and other storiesBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
LG to build Korea's first humanoid 'data factory' to train robotsKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Xi on North Korean military ties; US blacklists Chinese tech firms: SCMP’s 7 highlightsSCMP - TechJune 12, 2026
Johor state election to be held on Jul 11; Negeri Sembilan to go to the polls on Aug 1CNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
Nigeria: Senate Passes State Police Bill, Refers Proposed Law to Constitution Review CommitteeAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Nigeria: How Nigerian Terrorists Use TikTok, Exploit Country's Digital Governance GapAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
(3rd LD) Ex-President Yoon sentenced to 30 yrs in prison in drone infiltration caseYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Uganda: Prisons Confirms 93 Inmates On Death Row, Says No Executions Since 1999AllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Congo-Kinshasa: U.S. Investments in DR Congo Should Address Corruption, RightsAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Marvell names Adobe's Dan Durn as finance chief amid growing AI demandEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
South Korea concrete delivery halt threatens Samsung, SK Hynix chip plant work: ReportEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
BTS concerts drive 218% surge in foreign tourist bookings in BusanKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Why US drug regulator has taken action against drugs imported from Dabur IndiaLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
iPhone 18 Pro design leaks again in live images; Dark Cherry, Light Blue and Black colours revealedLiveMint - TechnologyJune 12, 2026
Sudan: Dozens Killed in Drone Attacks Across Sudan As El Obeid Toll Reaches 23AllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Mozambique: How Cabo Delgado's Riches Became Fuel for the Islamist Insurgency in MozambiqueAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Congo-Kinshasa: 'We're Sitting On a Volcano' Warns EU Commissioner After Visit to Ebola-Hit DRCAllAfricaJune 12, 2026
Our strongest opening for powering AI is solar-powered compute infrastructureDawn - TechJune 12, 2026
Provinces’ development freeze to persist beyond next fiscal year: AurangzebDawn - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Cambodia's renewable energy push helps shield economy from oil shocks, says ministerCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
‘Speaking truth’: Philippine defence chief defiant after China sanctionsHong Kong Free PressJune 12, 2026
Japan core inflation seen below BOJ target for fourth month in May: Reuters pollCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Economic Survey shows growth in the digital economy as the IT sector posts gainsDawn - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Forget coding tests, Anthropic's Claude Code architect says these three traits get you hiredLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
The nineties class of Democracy: Where Nigeria and its peers standBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol gets 30 years over North Korea drone incidentCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
(2nd LD) Ex-President Yoon sentenced to 30 yrs in prison in drone infiltration caseYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Google says ShinyHunters hackers targeting education sector via Oracle exploitEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
How Melbourne is set to beat Sydney in the war for data centresAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Retail, petroleum sectors remain outside tax net as revenue pressures mountDawn - BusinessJune 12, 2026
South Korean court sentences ex-president Yoon to 30 years over Pyongyang drone plotSCMP - AsiaJune 12, 2026
Dangote values refinery at $39.1bn, eyes $1bn in private placementBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Foxtel plots $4b bid that will split NRL television broadcast rightsAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Elon Musk's net worth is set to cross $1.1 trillion making him the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX's bumper IPOLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Google promised never to build AI weapons; then director René Mayrhofer resigned when the tech giant broke that promiseLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Investors respond positively to Bank Indonesia's surprise rate hike, with inflows up, official saysCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
(World Cup) Fans gather at Gwanghwamun to cheer for S. Korea in World Cup match against CzechiaYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
(LEAD) Ex-President Yoon sentenced to 30 yrs in prison in drone infiltration caseYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Lee's approval rating falls below 60 pct amid ballot shortage controversy: pollYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
ASX soars as oil hits two-month low; SpaceX raises $106b in record-breaking IPO; Housing slump smashes stamp dutyAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
(URGENT) Court sentences ex-President Yoon to 30 years in prison over drone infiltration into N. KoreaYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairsEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Elon Musk says Moon can power 1,000x more AI than Earth — Here's SpaceX boss' plan to railgun data centers into spaceLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soonJapan TimesJune 12, 2026
US, Iran trade strikes for second day as Trump warns of more attacksBusinessDay (Nigeria)June 12, 2026
Korean won gains sharply against U.S. dollar on renewed hope on U.S.-Iran peace dealYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Singapore charges construction firm, boss over Tanjong Katong sinkhole lapsesSCMP - AsiaJune 12, 2026
Fair trade watchdog approves NS Shopping's takeover of Homeplus ExpressKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
S. Korea feared to face inflation, slower job market amid Middle East warKorea Herald - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Oil falls to near two-month lows as Trump calls off threatened strikes on IranCNA - BusinessJune 12, 2026
Australia’s second-biggest super fund is braced for SpaceX aftershocksAustralian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
How did bucket companies become the go-to trust distribution tool?Australian Financial ReviewJune 12, 2026
Elon Musk's SpaceX records blockbuster debut at Wall Street: $75 billion IPO at $135 a shareLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Thai king's eldest daughter dies, aged 47, after long illness, Royal Palace saysCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
S. Korea hosts engineering, medical training for troops from U.N. peacekeeping nationsYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
Asian stocks extend rally on Gulf breakthrough hopes, oil hits two-month lowsCNA - AsiaJune 12, 2026
Restaurants flag sign-up, pricing control snags at Swiggy's value bet ToingLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
SpaceX IPO may burn ‘mom and pop’ investors by offering 30% of $75 bn worth of sharesLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
JSW Group enters electric bus arena with aggressive bids in 6,230 e-bus tender, expanding its presence in the segmentLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
MetLife keen to acquire majority stake in India life insurance joint venture with PNBLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Marriott sees India as key growth engine as business crosses $1.3 billionLiveMint - CompaniesJune 12, 2026
Former Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja eyes $9-million raise for new wealthtech betEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Rekise Marine raises $9.7 million from Accel, NKSquared to build autonomous naval platformsEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
VC contract terms get tougher on founder shares after governance lapsesEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
Former Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja looking to secure $9 million for new wealthtech betEconomic Times - TechJune 12, 2026
(URGENT) Seoul stocks open 6.44 pct higher as Trump says Iran deal could be signed soonYonhap NewsJune 12, 2026
How Nvidia’s South Korean AI deals could fuel ‘the next industrial revolution’SCMP - AsiaJune 12, 2026
Woodside exercises pre-emptive right to buy PetroChina's stake in Browse JVCNA - BusinessJune 11, 2026
Woodside exercises pre-emptive right to buy 10.67% stake in Browse JV from PetroChinaCNA - BusinessJune 11, 2026
He spent 15 years quietly amassing SpaceX shares. Now comes paydayAustralian Financial ReviewJune 11, 2026
Gov't remains vigilant on inflation, job market challenges: finance ministerYonhap NewsJune 11, 2026
Natasha dolls: Hong Kong advocates decry ‘dehumanising’ Black baby ‘stress relief’ toy trending in ChinaHong Kong Free PressJune 11, 2026
Four industry leaders reveal the real competitive advantage in AI modelsAustralian Financial ReviewJune 11, 2026
‘Our values do not align’: Why Catharine Lumby keeps getting uninvitedAustralian Financial ReviewJune 11, 2026
Here’s how SpaceX stacks up against the biggest IPOs on recordAustralian Financial ReviewJune 11, 2026
Victoria’s tax take looking shaky as housing slump smashes stamp dutyAustralian Financial ReviewJune 11, 2026
Shakira, parties and red cards: The World Cup is finally under wayAustralian Financial ReviewJune 11, 2026
Foreign workers say they were paid less than $2 an hour to build a new US Consulate in MilanLiveMint - CompaniesJune 11, 2026
Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs, sources sayCNA - BusinessJune 11, 2026
More than selling shoes: What Chinese sportswear giant Li-Ning is buying with Stephen Curry dealCNA - AsiaJune 11, 2026
Commentary: As SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic plan blockbuster IPOs, will it make them more accountable?CNA - BusinessJune 11, 2026
S. Korea, Morocco to push for launch of CEPA talks for deeper economic cooperationYonhap NewsJune 11, 2026
Google says ShinyHunters hackers targeting education sector via Oracle exploitCNA - BusinessJune 11, 2026
(2nd LD) Trump says Iran deal is in 'pretty final shape,' could be signed in Europe this weekendYonhap NewsJune 11, 2026
Japan captain Wataru Endo pulls out of World Cup due to injury and retires from national teamJapan TimesJune 11, 2026
UK defence minister quits hours before meeting Richard MarlesAustralian Financial ReviewJune 11, 2026