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Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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Kate Middleton interacts warmly with shy girl at Royal Ascot
June 18, 2026
3:00 pm
The Princess of Wales interacted with a young girl at Royal Ascot, turning to acknowledge her call during the event in Berkshire. Dressed in a £1,095 yellow dress, Kate Middleton shared a moment of warmth, prompting cheers from the crowd as she reassured the shy child, ‘I can still see you.’
Expedition in Antarctica explores sea squirt that may aid melanoma treatment
June 18, 2026
2:00 pm
Researchers from the University of South Florida have identified a sea squirt in Antarctica containing a bacterium that may effectively target melanoma cancer cells.
EU warns green bond initiative could benefit Chinese companies unfairly
June 18, 2026
12:00 pm
The Global Green Bond Initiative aims to mobilise €15 to €20 billion for sustainable projects, but EU officials warn such investments may inadvertently benefit Chinese companies. This undermines efforts to reduce reliance on Beijing amid rising cybersecurity concerns linked to risky technology in energy supply chains.
EU Parliament Enacts Historic Migration Law to Strengthen Borders and Asylum
June 18, 2026
11:01 am
EU LEADERSHIP UPDATE
This morning, European Union leaders convene to address pressing challenges, including trade and geopolitical tensions.
Various resolutions on migration and China relations are planned.
Finland’s Parliament Approves Lifting Ban on Nuclear Weapons Amid NATO Shift
June 18, 2026
9:00 am
FINLAND NUCLEAR SHIFT
Finland’s parliament votes to lift its total ban on nuclear weapons today.
This move aligns with NATO defence strategies amid rising regional tensions.
Sweden Democrats shift from political outsider to key government role
June 18, 2026
8:00 am
The Sweden Democrats (SD), previously a far-right pariah, have emerged as a key political player, now the nation’s second-largest party. Following shifts in alliances post-2018 elections, SD’s influence on immigration and criminal justice policies has been increasingly normalised within the government, reflecting a significant political transformation.
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