Japanese carmaker Honda has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket on Tuesday. Honda, which hopes to develop the tech prowess for a suborbital launch by 2029, conducted a test flight of its rocket on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido.

"Honda has chosen to take on the technological challenge of developing reusable rockets by utilizing Honda technologies amassed in the development of various products and automated driving systems," its statement said.

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The world premiere of Jurassic World: Rebirth took place on June 17 at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London, drawing the franchise’s stars and fans alike. The event featured a striking red carpet appearance by Scarlett Johansson, who dazzled in a custom Vivienne Westwood blush-pink corset gown adorned with sequins. Johansson's co-star, Jonathan Bailey, also made headlines with his unconventional red carpet attire. Opting for a gray sweater, black pants, sunglasses, and flip-flops, Bailey's casual look sparked a lively debate online, with some fans praising his confidence and others questioning the appropriateness of his footwear for such an event. The premiere was not just a fashion statement but also a heartfelt reunion for the cast.

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The Bank of Japan has decided to keep its benchmark interest-rate unchanged. The central bank target of around 0.5 percent for short-term rates will remain in place. It made the announcement after its two-day policy meeting ended on Tuesday.

The BOJ decision comes amid uncertainty about the economic effects in Japan of US President Donald Trump's tariff measures.

The Bank of Japan has also decided to taper planned reductions in monthly purchases of Japanese government bonds. From April 2026, the bank will aim to reduce purchases by about 200 billion yen, or about 1.3 billion dollars, every three months.

That compares with the current plan to the amount by about 400 billion yen, or about 2.7 billion dollars, every quarter.

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NEW DELHI, June 16

At least four women were killed and six others injured Monday in an explosion in a firecracker factory in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, police said.

The explosion took place in Atrasi village of Amroha district, about 402 km northwest of Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh.

Senior police officer in Amroha, Amit Kumar Anand, told media that four women were killed on the spot, and their bodies have been sent for post-mortem. Six other women injured in the accident were taken to the hospital.

According to Anand, the firecracker factory was a licensed unit.

Officials said the victims were working in the factory at the time of the explosion.

The blast caused massive damage to the structure located in the middle of an agricultural field. The reason behind the explosion was not known yet.

An investigation was underway.

Accidental explosions are common in firecracker factories in India, and shops as owners usually ignore safety standards.

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THE United Nations said Monday it was drastically scaling back its global humanitarian aid plans because of the “deepest funding cuts ever” — leaving tens of millions of people facing dire straits.
The UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said it was seeking $29 billion in funding for 2025 compared to the $44 billion originally requested in December, in a “hyper-prioritized” appeal.
Since US President Donald Trump returned to office in January, the United States — the world’s top donor — has heavily slashed foreign aid, causing havoc in the humanitarian sector across the globe.
Drastic US funding cuts have had dramatic consequences for emergency aid, vaccination campaigns and the distribution of drugs to fight AIDS.
Other major donor countries have also cut back their contributions in the face of an uncertain economic outlook. “Brutal funding cuts leave us with brutal choices,” OCHA chief Tom Fletcher said in a statement. “All we ask is one per cent of what you chose to spend last year on war. But this isn’t just an appeal for money — it’s a call for global responsibility, for human solidarity, for a commitment to end the suffering.”
‘Cruel’, ‘heartbreaking’ In late April, while visiting a hospital in Kandahar in Afghanistan, Fletcher warned: “Cutting funding for those in greatest need is not something to boast about... The impact of aid cuts is that millions die.” — AFP

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NAY  PYI  TAW  June  12

Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing sent a message of condolence to Her Excellency Smt. Droupadi Murmu, President of the Republic of India, expressing his sorrow over the loss of many lives due to the crash of Indian airline flight AI-171 near Ahmedabad, India, today.

The message stated: We are deeply saddened to learn that Air India flight AI-171 crashed near Ahmedabad, the Republic of India, on 12 June 2025, resulting in a significant loss of life. At this sorrowful time, on behalf of the Government and people of Myanmar, I extend our heartfelt condolences and sympathies to Your Excellency and the people of India. We stand in solidarity with the Republic of India during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this tragic incident. We continue to hold them in our hearts with deepest sympathy and respect.

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NAY  PYI  TAW  June  12

Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing sent a message of condolence to Prime Minister of the Republic of India Shri Narendra Modi, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of many lives due to the crash of Indian airline AI-171 near Ahmedabad, India, today.

The message mentioned: We are deeply saddened to learn that Air India flight AI-171 crashed near Ahmedabad, Republic of India, on 12 June 2025, resulting in the tragic loss of many lives. At this sorrowful time, on behalf of the Government and people of Myanmar, I would like to express our heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the bereaved families and the people of India. We send our thoughts and prayers to all those who lost their lives, to their families, and to everyone affected by this tragic incident. During this time of grief, Myanmar stands in solidarity with the Republic of India and continues to hold deep respect and affection for Your Excellency and the people of India.          

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India’s extreme poverty rate fell sharply from 27.1 per cent in 2011-12 to 5.3 per cent in 2022-23, according to new World Bank estimates. This means about 269 million people rose above the international poverty line over 11 years.

The number of people living in extreme poverty dropped from 344.47 million to 75.24 million, based on the $3.00 per day poverty line (in 2021 PPP terms).

Five states – Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, West Bengal, and Madhya Pradesh – had the highest number of poor in 2011-12, and together they contributed to nearly two-thirds of the poverty reduction by 2022-23.

The World Bank reports that rural extreme poverty in India fell from 18.4 per cent to 2.8 per cent, while urban extreme poverty dropped from 10.7 per cent to 1.1 per cent over the same period.

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New Delhi, May 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday lashed out at “new forms of dominations” for interfering in the politics of nations of the Global South, asserting that such agendas are encouraged even by some segments of society.

Addressing the Parul University Convocation in Gujarat’s Vadodara, EAM Jaishankar said that while the colonial era may be behind us but new forms of domination have emerged which are misusing the openings provided by globalisation. 

“They profess to judge us all and pronounce on our credentials. One example is the ill-concealed interference in the politics of nations of the Global South, often in the name of promoting democracy. Sadly, such agendas are encouraged even by some segments within our own society,” said EAM Jaishankar in his address.

He said that the world today is returning to its natural diversity and to its pluralism, adding that as colonial empires ended, many societies have regained their voice along with their freedom.

“The membership of the United Nations has itself quadrupled since its founding. It is essential that in our quest towards a more equitable and contemporary world order, there is mutual respect for cultures, traditions and heritage,” he said.

He pointed out that no country, however large and powerful, can manage alone, adding that it is the reality of interdependence and of globalisation, as also a statement about the limits of power.

“We may talk a lot about the promise of technology. But whether it is talent, whether it is data, or whether it is resources, everything cannot be just nationally generated or controlled. In fact, the very idea of a global order, or indeed of international relations, is the assumption that nations have to work with each other for their mutual and collective benefit. The rest is about setting optimal terms to do so,” he said.

He emphasised that India stands for openness, pluralism and diversity, adding that the country has a long tradition of growing with the world, instead of distancing itself from it.

“In many ways, we stand out by promoting commonness, rather than seeking uniformity. That you can see in our languages, in our faiths, in customs, traditions, cuisine and practices. Our openness to each other in India makes us just as open to the world. We therefore neither build walls – real or metaphorical – nor impose our ways on others,” he said.

EAM Jaishankar said that as a large polity in the international community of almost 200 nations, India does have national interests, which it seeks to advance.

“But this is sought to be done with mutual understanding and mutual benefit as its guiding principles. I am very confident that it is this understanding of India that all of you will take back home,” he said. 

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A tourist train departed from northwest China’s Shaanxi Province on Thursday for Almaty, Kazakhstan, marking a new step in cultural and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. Carrying 234 passengers, the train left Xi’an around noon and is set to arrive in Almaty on Saturday. The return journey is scheduled to depart on 5 June and arrive back in Xi’an on 7 June, with each one-way trip taking about 57 hours.
This year marks the China tourism year in Kazakhstan. Upon arrival in Almaty, passengers will be welcomed with fun performances and local cuisine.
A four-day cultural and people-to-people exchange event will be held in Almaty, showcasing a diverse array of activities. Attendees can look forward to demonstrations of intangible cultural heritage skills, exhibitions of cultural relics and promotions of traditional Chinese medicine. Special events will include a youth football friendly match, a symposium on sports exchanges and a gathering of women entrepreneurs.
The special train service is one of the key outcomes of the first China-Central Asia Summit held in Xi’an in 2023. The second summit is scheduled to take place later this year in Kazakhstan. — Xinhua

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