From 'Sewage Olympics' to Environmental Success: Paris Seine River Wins International Award The Seine River in Paris, France, which faced global backlash just two years ago for being labeled as "sewage," has been honored with an international environmental award in recognition of its water quality restoration efforts. SBS Jun 9, 2026 5:19 PM
Xi Jinping Concludes North Korea Visit; Summit Footage Released Chinese President Xi Jinping, who made a state visit to North Korea for the first time in seven years, has concluded his trip after visiting the China-North Korea Friendship Tower in Pyongyang with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and sharing a luncheon. SBS Jun 9, 2026 5:12 PM
Lebanon Becomes Victim of Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: "Back in the Vortex of Civil War" The conflict between the pro-Iranian militant group Hezbollah and Israel is dragging Lebanon into a new vortex of civil war. SBS Jun 9, 2026 4:58 PM
Death Toll From 'Worst in 50 Years' Philippines Earthquake Hits 41; Rescue Efforts Intensify The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck the southern Philippines has risen to at least 41. SBS Jun 9, 2026 4:37 PM
U.S. Military Helicopter Crashes Near Strait of Hormuz; Trump Says Pilots Are Safe Army Apache helicopter has crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, and the two crew members on board have been safely rescued, The New York Times reported on June 8 . SBS Jun 9, 2026 3:42 PM
Trump Mentions End of War Again: "Expect Deal with Iran Within 2-3 Days" President Donald Trump U.S. President Donald Trump stated that tangible results from the negotiations to end the war with Iran could emerge within two to three days. SBS Jun 9, 2026 3:38 PM
New York Native Trump Booed at NBA Finals Game in Madison Square Garden President Donald Trump arrives to watch Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, New York, on June 8 . SBS Jun 9, 2026 2:37 PM
Sagrada Família Exterior Completed After 145 Years; Central Tower Inauguration to Mark Centennial of Gaudí's Death To mark the occasion, Pope Leo XIV will visit Barcelona to celebrate a memorial Mass for the centennial of Gaudí's death and bless the "Tower of Jesus Christ," which serves as the crowning glory of the basilica's exterior. SBS Jun 9, 2026 2:20 PM
Xi Jinping Visits Friendship Tower, Party School with Kim Jong-un on Second Day of North Korea Trip President Xi and Chairman Kim Jong-un are seen shaking hands after the performance. SBS Jun 9, 2026 2:15 PM
U.S. Military Helicopter Crashes Near Strait of Hormuz; Two Crew Members Rescued Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, and the two crew members on board were rescued safely, The New York Times reported on June 8 . SBS Jun 9, 2026 2:01 PM