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El Nino May Drive Hong Kong to Record Heat in 2026
Hong Kong warns of possible record temperatures in 2026 and early 2027 as El Nino is forecast to strengthen to a very strong level. The Observatory says sea-surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific continue to rise, raising the risk of extreme heat and erratic weather across much of the world, including Asia.

Brazil vs Japan Prediction: H2H, Lineups, Free Viewing
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Brazil meet Japan in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, June 30, at 12:00 a.m. WIB in Houston. Japan arrive with a rare 3-2 win over Selecao in their October 2025 friendly.

Pakistan Operation Kills 29 Militants on Afghanistan Border
Pakistan said an operation along the Afghanistan border killed 29 militants after a deadly Karachi attack, raising fresh tensions with Kabul.

Hong Kong’s Retirement Age Problem Fueling Elder Poverty Risk
Hong Kong faces a looming elder poverty crisis as its 65-year retirement age grows increasingly misaligned with lifespans stretching to 85 and beyond. Here's why economists say the city must rethink when workers stop — and what's at stake for the economy.

Cross-border Pakistan strike kills 29 militants near Afghanistan
Pakistan said a cross-border strike killed 29 militants near Afghanistan after intelligence-led ground operations and calibrated attacks on targets in three Afghan provinces. The move followed an assault on Sindh Rangers headquarters in Karachi and renewed Islamabad’s accusations against Kabul.

Supreme Court of India Quashes Odisha Corruption Case
India’s Supreme Court has thrown out a corruption case against an Odisha government official, saying the allegations were too broad and lacked specific facts. The ruling underscores a basic criminal-law limit: a case cannot move forward on vague claims alone.

Hong Kong Elderly Poverty Rises, 65 Retirement Age Questioned
Hong Kong’s elderly poverty risk is expected to deepen over the coming decades as the long-standing retirement age of 65 comes under fresh scrutiny. The piece explains why longer lifespans, uneven savings, and rising living costs are forcing a rethink of pensions, flexible work, and social protection for older residents.

Hong Myung-bo Quits After South Korea Misses Round of 32
South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo has resigned after the Taeguk Warriors failed to reach the 2026 World Cup round of 32. The exit echoes his painful departure after the 2014 tournament.

M 6.1 Earthquake Hits Northeastern Japan, Nuclear Plants Safe
JAPAN, JOURNALARTA.COM — Japan’s Meteorological Agency (JMA) said a preliminary magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck northeastern Japan on Sunday morning, with no tsunami warning issued and no abnormalities reported at nearby nuclear facilities.

India Property Market: TOI Guide for Homebuyers
TOI’s Real Estate Desk highlights the India property market through policy coverage, investment trends, and infrastructure shifts. For buyers, that means clearer insight into land status, legal risks, and possible capital gains before making a major purchase.

6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Japan, Iwate Faces Landslide Risk
A strong earthquake shook northeastern Japan again on Sunday morning, triggering fresh concern over landslides in Iwate as heavy rain and storm season raise the stakes for residents living near steep slopes.

FCC Expands China Import Ban on Telecom, Video Gear
The FCC said it will broaden the China import ban, tightening U.S. restrictions on telecommunications and video-surveillance equipment in the name of national security.

Hong Kong national security regulation calls for caution
Hong Kong’s new national security regulation hands procedural powers to the chief executive and could affect arrests, bail, investigations and trial formats. Legal commentator Jose-Antonio Maurellet SC says the rule does not create new offences, but its reach over earlier conduct makes restraint, transparency and rights protections essential.

Hong Kong National Security Regulation Raises Retroactive Concerns
Hong Kong’s new national security regulation is drawing scrutiny for how it could shape investigations, arrests, bail and trial procedures in some cases. Bar Association chairman Jose-Antonio Maurellet SC says it creates no new offense, but its certificate powers still need caution.

Luckiest Chinese Zodiac Signs in June 2026
Five Chinese zodiac signs — Rabbit, Dragon, Rooster, Dog, and Goat — are forecast to see stronger luck in wealth, career, and love during June 2026, according to Chinese astrology calculations.

Why Filip Nguyen Will Miss Vietnam’s ASEAN 2026 Campaign
Filip Nguyen will miss Vietnam’s ASEAN 2026 campaign after Hanoi Police FC and the Vietnam Football Federation agreed to keep him at the club for an AFC Champions League Elite playoff against Adelaide United.

All-New Nissan Evalia PHEV to Debut in China in Q4
The Nissan Evalia PHEV is said to launch in China in the fourth quarter this year. The updated model brings a plug-in hybrid powertrain, refreshed styling, and a light-MPV position aimed at a growing vanlife market.

Chinese Zodiac Forecast for June 23, 2026: Fortune, Career, Love
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM - The Chinese zodiac forecast for Tuesday, June 23, 2026 points to a busy day for the 12 signs, with stronger fortune and career momentum for many and a reminder to stay careful with spending, mood swings, and rest.

India’s e-waste workers face toxic health risks in New Delhi
In Mustafabad, New Delhi, informal workers dismantle old phones, cables and laptops with little protection, exposing themselves and their families to lead dust, smoke and burns as India’s e-waste mountain grows.

Digital Platform Success for Huynh Thi Le Quyen in Vietnam
Huynh Thi Le Quyen, a former tailor in Long Hung Hamlet, Vietnam, turned a few pots of portulaca in front of her home into an online flower business. With family help and Shopee, she now runs Happy Farm 2019 and earns about 12 million Vietnamese dong a month.