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U.S. and Iran Sign Memorandum of Understanding; Hormuz Transit Fees Waived for 60 Days The U.S. and Iranian governments have confirmed that the leaders of both countries have signed a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities. SBS Jun 18, 2026 10:05 AM

'Hormuz Toll-Free for Only 60 Days': End-of-War MOU Sparks Future Controversy President Donald Trump Although the full text of the end-of-war memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, which had been shrouded in secrecy, was released by the Donald Trump administration on June 17 , several clauses are expected to spark intense controversy. SBS Jun 18, 2026 9:53 AM

Woman Falls to Death While Applying Insect Repellent in Brazil Coming just one day after a woman in her 20s died in a bungee jumping accident involving a lack of safety ropes, the incident has sparked intense criticism regarding the persistent issue of safety negligence in Brazil. SBS Jun 18, 2026 9:36 AM

US Discloses End-of-War MOU: "Iran to Waive Strait of Hormuz Tolls for Only 60 Days" President Donald Trump The U.S. Donald Trump administration on June 17 disclosed the full text of a 14-article Memorandum of Understanding on ending the war with Iran. SBS Jun 18, 2026 9:09 AM

Swarm of Mosquitoes Darkens the Sky, Sending Tourists Fleeing A massive swarm of mosquitoes has descended, so thick that it obscures the sky. This footage was captured near Lake Shchuchye in the Republic of Buryatia, a popular tourist destination in Russia. SBS Jun 18, 2026 8:26 AM

"Thought It Was a Horror Movie": Botched Restoration Becomes Unexpected Tourist Attraction With thick eyebrows and wide, staring eyes, the expression is certainly intense. SBS Jun 18, 2026 8:24 AM

Appointed to Lower Rates, but 'Warsh's Fed' Hints at Hike in First Meeting Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a press conference At their first monetary policy meeting under the leadership of new Chair Kevin Warsh, U.S. SBS Jun 18, 2026 8:21 AM

"Is This Really 80,000 Won?"… Controversy Erupts Over Price Gouging at North and Central America World Cup As the North and Central America World Cup is in full swing, controversy over "price gouging" is spreading due to exorbitant food and ticket prices inside the stadiums. SBS Jun 18, 2026 8:20 AM

Korean Victim of Racial Taunts at World Cup Officially Invited by FIFA First, we have news that a Korean influencer who was subjected to racial discrimination at a World Cup stadium has received an official invitation from FIFA. SBS Jun 18, 2026 8:20 AM

Iranian Negotiator: "Strait of Hormuz Fees to Be Imposed After 60-Day Negotiation Period" President Donald Trump signs a memorandum of understanding to end the war with Iran, Tehran has reaffirmed its stance that it will resume charging fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz once the 60-day "free passage" period expires. SBS Jun 18, 2026 8:17 AM