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On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1803, Haitian Revolution: The Royal Navy led by Rear-Admiral John Thomas Duckworth commence the blockade of Saint-Domingue against French forces. In 1839, William H. Seward Jr., American general and banker (died 1920) was born. In 1913, Sylvia Porter, American economist and journalist (died 1991) was born. In 1937, Jay Rockefeller, American lawyer and politician, 29th Governor of West Virginia was born. In 1948, Britain, France and the United States announce that on June 21, the Deutsche Mark will be introduced in western Germany and West Berlin. Over the next six days, Communists increasingly restrict access to Berlin. In 1981, Marco Streller, Swiss footballer was born. In 1989, I. F. Stone, American journalist and author (born 1907) passed away. In 1994, Takeoff, American rapper (died 2022) was born. In 2007, Bernard Manning, English comedian and actor (born 1930) passed away. In 2013, Brent F. Anderson, American engineer and politician (born 1932) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

ASX steady after Wall Street slumps as Fed signals rate rise this year

Sydney Morning Herald

June 18, 2026

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ASX steady after Wall Street slumps as Fed signals rate rise this year

The Australian sharemarket has inched higher at the open while Wall Street slumped on speculation the Federal Reserve may hike interest rates this year to keep a lid on inflation.

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