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Keiko Fujimori Wins Peru by Razor-Thin Margin
Keiko Fujimori has won Peru's presidential runoff by fewer than 50,000 votes over leftist rival Roberto Sanchez — the narrowest margin possible to claim the presidency. The victory returns the Fujimori name to power more than two decades after her father Alberto's fall. Keiko is set to be inaugurated July 28 for a five-year term.
Iran Says Qatar Assets Worth $6B Must Be Released
President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran’s $6 billion in Qatar should be released under its deal with the United States, even as talks remain tense after fresh clashes around the Strait of Hormuz.
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.
Iran-US Ceasefire on Edge as Talks Resume in Doha
The United States and Iran agreed to halt retaliatory attacks and continue technical talks in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday. The move came after military escalation around the Strait of Hormuz raised fears the fragile ceasefire could unravel and disrupt global shipping again.
Trump Wants Washington Golf Course to Host Major Tournaments
Donald Trump inspected construction projects in Washington and said the East Potomac Golf Links renovation could one day host major golf tournaments. The plan is also facing a federal court challenge, while debris from East Wing demolition has added an environmental concern near the White House.
Israel Moves Toward Armenian Genocide Recognition
Israel’s cabinet has approved a move to recognize the mass killing of Armenians by the Ottoman Empire as genocide. The decision is not final and still needs parliamentary approval, but it is already being read as a sign of worsening Israel-Turkey ties.
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.
Venezuela Earthquake: Baby, 2 Children Found Alive in Ruins
The Venezuela earthquake has killed at least 1,450 people, but the search is still turning up signs of life. A baby and two 11-year-old boys were pulled alive from the rubble in La Guaira as international rescue teams kept digging. Dozens of thousands remain unaccounted for as the operation continues.
Canada Beats South Africa 1-0 to Reach Round of 16
Canada secured a place in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 after a 1-0 win over South Africa. Stephen Eustáquio scored the lone goal in second-half injury time.
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.
Texas A&M recruiting 2027 leads with six five-stars
Texas A&M has jumped to the top of the 2027 recruiting race with six five-star commitments, according to ESPN. Sixteen of the 23 elite five-stars have already made their decisions, while several big names are still on the board. The Aggies’ early lead keeps the SEC and national picture in motion.
Tabuik Tradition Is Pariaman’s Living Spirit, Says Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Culture Giring Ganesha praised the 2026 peak of the Pesona Budaya Tabuik Piaman in Pariaman, West Sumatra, which drew as many as 500,000 local and foreign visitors and delivered a sharp boost to local businesses.
Emma Watson June 2026: Hair, $300 Pajamas, Death Hoax
JAKARTA — Emma Watson drew fresh attention in June 2026 after a Hermione-like hair debut in London, a relaxed Venice holiday in $300 pajamas, and a false death rumor that spread online before being debunked.
Skydiving Plane Crash in France Kills 11 in Tomblaine
A small aircraft used for skydiving crashed in Tomblaine in eastern France on Sunday, killing all 11 people aboard. The victims included five nursing students, five instructors, and the pilot. Local authorities have opened a technical investigation after the plane came down close to homes near the aerodrome.
How to Give Official Venezuela Earthquake Donations
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM — Two major quakes measuring M 7.2 and M 7.5 struck just 39 seconds apart off Venezuela’s Pacific coast on Wednesday night, June 24, 2026, leaving heavy damage and a fast-growing need for relief.
Social Media Ban Widens as UK Sets Age Limit at 16
The United Kingdom has become the latest country to set a 16-year minimum age for major social media platforms. The move adds fresh pressure on Big Tech as Australia, Europe and others push tougher rules.
Social Media Age Limit Tightens as UK Backs 16
Britain is joining Australia in pushing a 16-year-old social media age limit, as tech giants fight back and governments from Indonesia to Europe weigh similar rules.
Manuel Adorni Resigns Amid Argentina Corruption Scandal
Manuel Adorni, President Javier Milei’s chief of staff in Argentina, resigned on Saturday local time amid corruption allegations and scrutiny over an allegedly lavish lifestyle. His exit could weaken Milei’s political hand in talks with lawmakers and provincial governors, while further damaging a government that campaigned on anti-corruption promises.
Manuel Adorni Resignation Jolts Milei Cabinet
Manuel Adorni, one of President Javier Milei’s closest allies, resigned after corruption allegations and lavish spending put new pressure on Argentina’s government. Federal prosecutors are still examining suspected illicit enrichment, while Milei loses a powerful aide at the center of his cabinet.
Karachi attack kills 4 Rangers, 6 militants dead
The Karachi attack on the Sindh Rangers headquarters ended after a 90-minute gunfight. Four Rangers personnel were killed, six militants were killed, and one attacker was captured alive.
Ukraine hits two Russian oil refineries overnight
Ukraine launched long-range drone strikes on two oil refineries in Russia’s Krasnodar and Yaroslavl regions, sparking large fires and disrupting domestic fuel supplies.
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.
Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Hits 1,430 as Aid Slows
The Venezuela earthquake death toll has climbed to 1,430, with more than 3,200 injured and over 50,000 still missing. In La Guaira and Caracas, residents are criticizing what they call a sluggish government response, while 21 countries send rescue teams and sniffer dogs to the disaster zone.
Kentucky Flash Floods Kill 4, State of Emergency Declared
Kentucky flash floods have killed at least four people and forced an emergency declaration as rescuers race to reach stranded residents.