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2025-06-21

Fans of Argentinian club Boca Juniors take over South Florida during the Club World Cup

Boca Juniors plays two of its three group-stage games of the Club World Cup in South Florida, and the Argentinian club’s traveling fans have made their presence known. In the club’s first game of the tournament against Benfica, the announced...

Vladimir Putin in panic over fears of imminent WW3: 'I'm genuinely worried'
2025-06-21

Vladimir Putin in panic over fears of imminent WW3: 'I'm genuinely worried'

Russian President Vladimir Putin stoked fears of WW3 in an interview on Russian media today as he said, "no jokes, i'm concerned."

South Korea's Chief Trade Envoy Plans US Visit June 22-27
2025-06-21

South Korea's Chief Trade Envoy Plans US Visit June 22-27

SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korea's trade minister Yeo Han-koo will visit the United States from June 22 to 27, the trade ministry said on Saturday.The...

2025-06-21

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski is perfect through 6 vs. Twins in his 2nd career start

Jacob Misiorowski of the Milwaukee Brewers has a perfect game through six innings against the Minnesota Twins, extending his run of hitless innings to start his big league career to 11. In his second career start, the hard-throwing 6-foot-7 right-hander...

Indonesia President denies G7 snub in Russia visit
2025-06-20

Indonesia President denies G7 snub in Russia visit

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Friday denied snubbing the G7 summit to visit Russia, in a speech at an economic forum alongside Vladimir Putin. The former general declined an invitation to the G7 in Canada earlier this week in favour of talks with Putin in Saint Petersburg, a decision that raised concerns about Jakarta moving [...]The post Indonesia President denies G7 snub in Russia visit appeared first on Digital Journal.

2025-06-20

Sanchez puts NATO’s Trump plan at risk by opposing 5% goal

MADRID — The problems piling up for Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Spain are threatening to spill into next week’s NATO summit, with potentially drastic consequences for the rest of the European Union.

What Are the Nuclear Contamination Risks From Israel’s Attacks on Iran?
2025-06-20

What Are the Nuclear Contamination Risks From Israel’s Attacks on Iran?

LONDON/DUBAI – Israel’s strikes on Iran’s nuclear installations so far pose only limited risks of contamination, experts say. But they warn that any attack on the country’s nuclear power station at Bushehr could cause a nuclear disaster. Israel says it is determined to destroy Iran’s nuclear capabilities in its military campaign, but that it also [...]The post What Are the Nuclear Contamination Risks From Israel’s Attacks on Iran? appeared first on GV Wire.

Supreme Court work goes on with 10 cases to decide, including birthright citizenship
2025-06-20

Supreme Court work goes on with 10 cases to decide, including birthright citizenship

The Supreme Court is in the homestretch of a term that has lately been dominated by the Trump administration’s emergency appeals of lower court orders seeking to slow President Donald Trump’s efforts to remake the federal government. But the justices...

Deliberations were ‘overwhelming': Juror in Karen Read trial describes experience
2025-06-20

Deliberations were ‘overwhelming': Juror in Karen Read trial describes experience

A juror in the Karen Read trial described the experience in the high-profile case, saying at first she thought the defendant could be guilty of manslaughter

Supreme Court allows terrorism victims to sue Palestinian entities
2025-06-20

Supreme Court allows terrorism victims to sue Palestinian entities

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that victims of terrorism can sue Palestinian entities in U.S. courts, upholding a law passed by Congress that allows such claims to be brought.

101 mph in 55 mph zone | Former Purdue basketball star Zach Edey charged with reckless driving in Tippecanoe County
2025-06-20

101 mph in 55 mph zone | Former Purdue basketball star Zach Edey charged with reckless driving in Tippecanoe County

The incident happened around 7 p.m. May 1, 2025, on State Road 25, near County Road 800 South.

Azerbaijan Hands Down Long Prison Terms to Seven Journalists Amid Media Crackdown
2025-06-20

Azerbaijan Hands Down Long Prison Terms to Seven Journalists Amid Media Crackdown

BAKU (Reuters) -A court in Azerbaijan sentenced seven journalists to jail terms ranging from 7-1/2 to nine years on Friday after finding them...

Romania names pro-EU PM after months of instability
2025-06-20

Romania names pro-EU PM after months of instability

Romanian President Nicusor Dan named pro-European Ilie Bolojan as prime minister on Friday, following weeks of talks aimed at appointing a new government to end months of political turmoil.

The Latest: Trump weighing moves against Iran
2025-06-20

The Latest: Trump weighing moves against Iran

President Donald Trump has given himself two weeks to decide whether to order direct U.S. military actions against Iran, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told senators that the Pentagon is providing him with options. Meanwhile an appeals court said...

2025-06-20

AP News Summary at 10:42 a.m. EDT

A week into their war, Israel and Iran launch new strikes even as diplomatic effort gets underway

UK lawmakers back bill to allow terminally ill adults to end their lives
2025-06-20

UK lawmakers back bill to allow terminally ill adults to end their lives

U.K. lawmakers have backed a bill to allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose to end their lives in a historic vote in Parliament that takes it a step nearer to becoming law. Members of Parliament voted...

Navy uses 3-D printing to manufacture destroyer parts
2025-06-20

Navy uses 3-D printing to manufacture destroyer parts

The 3-D printing process reduced the manufacturing time of one part, which traditionally takes nearly a year to produce, by 80%.

Judge Rules Trump Administration Can't Require States to Help on Immigration to Get Transport Money
2025-06-20

Judge Rules Trump Administration Can't Require States to Help on Immigration to Get Transport Money

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from withholding billions of dollars in transportation funds from states that don’t agree to participate in some immigration enforcement actions

2025-06-20

Putin says he won’t allow Russia to fall into recession amid gloomy economy

Economy Minister Maxim Reshetnikov said earlier during the St. Petersburg Economic Forum that the economy is “on the verge of going into a recession.”

2025-06-20

U.K. lawmakers approve assisted-dying law

Friday’s vote means that assisted dying will almost certainly become available to some terminally ill patients in England and Wales.

U.S. Prepares Action Targeting Allies’ Chip Plants in China
2025-06-20

U.S. Prepares Action Targeting Allies’ Chip Plants in China

A U.S. official told top global semiconductor makers he wanted to revoke waivers they have used to access American technology in China, people familiar with the matter said.

Judge blocks Trump plan to tie states' transportation funds to immigration enforcement
2025-06-20

Judge blocks Trump plan to tie states' transportation funds to immigration enforcement

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump‘s administration from forcing 20 Democratic-led states to cooperate with immigration enforcement in order to receive billions of dollars in transportation grant funding

US removes planes from biggest Middle East base as satellite images show empty plots
2025-06-20

US removes planes from biggest Middle East base as satellite images show empty plots

The aircraft's disappearance from the base could mean fewer targets for Iran to strike if U.S. President Donald Trump decides to go ahead with direct strikes against the country

Appeals court lets Trump keep control National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles during protests
2025-06-20

Appeals court lets Trump keep control National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles during protests

LOS ANGELES (AP) — An appeals court on Thursday allowed President Donald Trump to keep control of National Guard troops he deployed to Los Angeles following protests over immigration raids. The decision halts a ruling from a lower court judge who found Trump acted illegally when he activated the soldiers over opposition from California Gov. [...]

2025-06-20

Trump says he'll decide whether US will directly attack Iran within 2 weeks

U.S. President Donald Trump says he will decide within two weeks on whether the U.S. military will get directly involved in the conflict between Israel and Iran. Trump sought to keep open the door to diplomacy on Tehran’s nuclear program....

2025-06-20

Appeals Court Lets Trump Keep Control of National Guard Troops Deployed to Los Angeles

An appeals court is allowing President Donald Trump to keep control of National Guard troops he deployed to Los Angeles following protests over immigration raids

2025-06-20

Trump on Juneteenth laments ‘too many’ nonworking holidays: ‘Workers don’t want it’

President Donald Trump lamented the number of holidays in America in a post on Juneteenth evening. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said earlier Thursday that Trump would not commemorate Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of slavery in the United...

2025-06-20

Appeals court allows Trump to keep control of California National Guard troops deployed in Los Angeles during protests

Appeals court allows Trump to keep control of California National Guard troops deployed in Los Angeles during protests.

US Court Lets Trump Keep Control of California National Guard for Now
2025-06-20

US Court Lets Trump Keep Control of California National Guard for Now

By Dietrich Knauth and Tom HalsWASHINGTON (Reuters) -A U.S. appeals court let Donald Trump retain control on Thursday of California's National...

Sault Ste. Marie police say Pine Street murder targeted
2025-06-20

Sault Ste. Marie police say Pine Street murder targeted

Victim discovered Thursday morning in multi-unit residence building in 700 block

2025-06-20

Rays Pitcher Carted off Field and Taken to Hospital After Foul Ball Into Dugout Hits Him in Face

Rays pitcher Hunter Bigge was carted off the field in a frightening scene and taken to a hospital after getting struck in the face by a foul ball lined into the Tampa Bay dugout Thursday night

2025-06-20

Rays pitcher carted off field after foul ball strikes him in dugout

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Hunter Bigge has been carted off the field in a frightening scene after he was struck by a foul ball in the dugout. In the top of the seventh inning, Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman fouled...

EU's Main Political Group on Collision Course With Germany Over Budget Increase Demands
2025-06-19

EU's Main Political Group on Collision Course With Germany Over Budget Increase Demands

By Jan StrupczewskiBRUSSELS (Reuters) -The European Union's next long-term budget must be bigger than the current one, the main political group in...

Juneteenth celebrations across the US commemorate the end of slavery
2025-06-19

Juneteenth celebrations across the US commemorate the end of slavery

Celebrations are planned around the country to commemorate the Juneteenth holiday marking the day in 1865 when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Texas. The observances on Thursday come even as the Trump administration...

Flooding and Rock Slides Close Heavily Damaged I-40 Section in Smoky Mountains
2025-06-19

Flooding and Rock Slides Close Heavily Damaged I-40 Section in Smoky Mountains

Heavy rain, flooding and a rock slide have again closed a section of the major cross country highway Interstate 40 along its narrow corridor through the Great Smoky Mountains

Zelenskyy calls for more pressure on Russia after deadly Kyiv missile strike
2025-06-19

Zelenskyy calls for more pressure on Russia after deadly Kyiv missile strike

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is urging greater international pressure on Moscow following a deadly Russian missile strike that hit a Kyiv apartment building this week, killing 23 people. Visiting the site with top officials on Thursday, Zelenskyy called the attack...

NSW budget unlikely to allocate extra funding for long-promised great koala national park
2025-06-19

NSW budget unlikely to allocate extra funding for long-promised great koala national park

‘People will see that we’re making progress on it,’ treasurer Daniel Mookhey tells Guardian AustraliaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe long-promised great koala national park is not expected to get any additional funding in next week’s New South Wales 2025-26 budget despite being a centrepiece of the state government’s environment policy.“When it comes to the great koala national park, people will see that we’re making progress on it,” the state treasurer, Daniel Mookhey, told Guardian Australia.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

Queensland to repeal diversity quotas for Brisbane Olympics board
2025-06-19

Queensland to repeal diversity quotas for Brisbane Olympics board

Exclusive: State plans to remove requirement that half of nominated directors are women and at least one independent director is Aboriginal or Torres Strait IslanderGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Queensland government plans to repeal a requirement that half the board overseeing the organising of the Brisbane Olympics be women and at least one member Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.The change to the Organising Committee for the Olympic Games (OCOG) board is contained in an obscure clause in broad-ranging legislation sponsored by the deputy premier, Jarrod Bleijie, in May. It is not mentioned in either its explanatory speech or explanatory notes.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

A teen with no criminal background was deported by ICE, leaving his community aghast
2025-06-19

A teen with no criminal background was deported by ICE, leaving his community aghast

For 19-year-old Emerson Colindres, it was supposed to be a routine check-in with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Trump delays decision on Iran strike as nuclear talks remain possible
2025-06-19

Trump delays decision on Iran strike as nuclear talks remain possible

President Trump is holding off on ordering U.S. military action against Iran. CBS News learned the president approved unspecified attack plans as an option but is holding off in case Iran agrees to abandon its nuclear program. The White House is waiting for more U.S. military assets to arrive in the region.

Germany's Merz Urges Moderation in Call With Netanyahu, Source Says
2025-06-19

Germany's Merz Urges Moderation in Call With Netanyahu, Source Says

BERLIN (Reuters) -German Chancellor Friedrich Merz had a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in which Merz called for...

KNDS’ Mataris loitering munitions finding contracts from French government
2025-06-19

KNDS’ Mataris loitering munitions finding contracts from French government

PARIS AIR SHOW — The French military has bought a set of new Mataris loitering munitions from firm KNDS, as the government seeks to scale up production in the wake of the Ukraine war, the company told Breaking Defense during this week’s Paris Air Show. KNDS (formerly Nexter) showcased its Mataris family of systems at...

Tensions escalate between Israel and Iran as U.S. weighs possible response
2025-06-19

Tensions escalate between Israel and Iran as U.S. weighs possible response

An Iranian missile struck a major hospital in southern Israel overnight, causing heavy damage. Meanwhile, CBS News learned that President Trump approved attack plans against Iran. CBS News' Debora Patta reports from the hospital location in Beersheba.

Erick makes landfall in southern Mexico as a Category 3 hurricane
2025-06-19

Erick makes landfall in southern Mexico as a Category 3 hurricane

Hurricane Erick has made landfall in the western part of Oaxaca state in Mexico. Earlier, forecasters upgraded Erick to an "extremely dangerous” Category 4 hurricane before lowering it to a Category 3. Early Thursday, the hurricane’s center was located about...

South Africa opens a new inquiry into apartheid-era killings known as Cradock Four
2025-06-19

South Africa opens a new inquiry into apartheid-era killings known as Cradock Four

South Africa has opened a new inquiry into the killings of four anti-apartheid activists 40 years ago

Russia Tells US Not to Strike Iran, Warns of Nuclear Catastrophe
2025-06-19

Russia Tells US Not to Strike Iran, Warns of Nuclear Catastrophe

ST PETERSBURG – Russia is telling the United States not to strike Iran because it would radically destabilize the Middle East, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Wednesday, and Moscow said Israeli strikes risked triggering a nuclear catastrophe. Russia signed a strategic partnership with Iran in January and also has a relationship with [...]The post Russia Tells US Not to Strike Iran, Warns of Nuclear Catastrophe appeared first on GV Wire.

Israel’s Airstrikes Aim to Break Foundations of Khamenei’s Rule in Iran
2025-06-19

Israel’s Airstrikes Aim to Break Foundations of Khamenei’s Rule in Iran

Dubai – Israel’s sweeping campaign of airstrikes aims to do more than destroy Iran’s nuclear centrifuges and missile capabilities. It seeks to shatter the foundations of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s government and leave it near collapse, Israeli, Western and regional officials said. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants Iran weakened enough to be forced into fundamental [...]The post Israel’s Airstrikes Aim to Break Foundations of Khamenei’s Rule in Iran appeared first on GV Wire.

SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported
2025-06-19

SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported

A SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas has exploded, sending a dramatic fireball high into the sky. The company says the Starship “experienced a major anomaly” at about 11 p.m. Wednesday while on the test stand at Starbase, SpaceX’s launch...

2025-06-19

COMPASS DIVERSIFIED SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN EXCESS OF ...

NEW ORLEANS, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until July 8, 2025 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Compass Diversified Holdings (NYSE: CODI),...

Longtime DEA informant charged in alleged scheme to extort high-level cocaine traffickers
2025-06-19

Longtime DEA informant charged in alleged scheme to extort high-level cocaine traffickers

MIAMI (AP) — A drug informant who helped the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration build some of its biggest cases has been arrested and charged with scheming to extort major cocaine traffickers facing extradition from Colombia and the Dominican Republic. Jorge Hernández, 57, was charged in a criminal complaint unsealed Wednesday with one count of conspiring [...]

2025-06-19

FIRST UNITED CORPORATION ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2025 DIVIDEND

OAKLAND, Md., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- First United Corporation (NASDAQ: FUNC) announces that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $.22 per share that will be payable on August 1, 2025, to holders of record of the...

Israel’s military warns people to evacuate the area around Iran’s Arak heavy water reactor
2025-06-19

Israel’s military warns people to evacuate the area around Iran’s Arak heavy water reactor

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Israel’s military warned people Thursday to evacuate the area around Iran’s Arak heavy water reactor. The warning came in a social media post on X.

Trump Taps Kentucky Lawyer for Judgeship After Scrapped Biden Nomination
2025-06-19

Trump Taps Kentucky Lawyer for Judgeship After Scrapped Biden Nomination

By Jasper WardWASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced his intent to nominate Chad Meredith to serve as a judge on...

Australia, New Zealand evacuate small number of citizens, diplomats from Israel, Iran
2025-06-19

Australia, New Zealand evacuate small number of citizens, diplomats from Israel, Iran

SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australia has evacuated a small number of citizens from Israel, and New Zealand embassy staff have left Iran, but the two governments warned that closed airspace limited how they can assist thousands of citizens requesting help to leave...

2025-06-19

Chisholm's HR ends Yanks' 30-inning scoreless skid; Angels beat New York on a late Volpe error

Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in the second inning to end New York’s 30-inning scoreless streak, but an error in the eighth inning gave Los Angeles a tiebreaking run, and the Angels beat the Yankees 3-2 Wednesday night for their sixth...

Chile ups hake catch limits for small-scale fishermen
2025-06-19

Chile ups hake catch limits for small-scale fishermen

The Chilean Congress passed a law Wednesday increasing the share of the hake catch for small-scale fishermen who had staged violent protests to press for a higher proportion.

Taiwan pursues homegrown Chinese spies as Beijing’s influence grows
2025-06-19

Taiwan pursues homegrown Chinese spies as Beijing’s influence grows

Taiwan is vetting hundreds of thousands of military service members, public school teachers and civil servants in a bid to root out potential homegrown Chinese sympathisers, as Beijing intensifies espionage on the island. Alarm is growing in Taiwan over the extent of China’s infiltration on the self-ruled island, which Beijing claims is part of its [...]The post Taiwan pursues homegrown Chinese spies as Beijing’s influence grows appeared first on Digital Journal.

Hundreds gather to remember prominent Minnesota lawmaker and husband slain in their home
2025-06-19

Hundreds gather to remember prominent Minnesota lawmaker and husband slain in their home

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Hundreds of people, some clutching candles or carrying flowers to lay in front of a memorial, gathered outside Minnesota’s Capitol on Wednesday evening for a vigil to remember a prominent state lawmaker and her husband who were gunned down at their home. As a brass quintet from the Minnesota Orchestra [...]

Salt Lake City volunteer's account of deadly shooting questioned after new video emerges
2025-06-19

Salt Lake City volunteer's account of deadly shooting questioned after new video emerges

A new picture of the Salt Lake City protester arrested in a deadly “No Kings” shooting is emerging, and it is different from the one safety volunteers at the event provided to officials.

Sparks fly and Trump talk heats up after Virginia primary
2025-06-19

Sparks fly and Trump talk heats up after Virginia primary

Political fireworks erupted across the state after Virginia’s high-stakes Tuesday primaries, with top candidates wasting no time going on offense slamming their opponents, invoking President Donald Trump, and setting the tone for what’s expected to be a bruising general election....

US Cites Murder of TikTok Influencer in New Mexcian Cartel Sanctions
2025-06-18

US Cites Murder of TikTok Influencer in New Mexcian Cartel Sanctions

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States imposed sanctions on Wednesday against five leaders of a Mexican drug cartel including the prime suspect in...

800 dead babies' remains to be exhumed from home for unwed mothers in Ireland
2025-06-18

800 dead babies' remains to be exhumed from home for unwed mothers in Ireland

A mass grave with the remains of babies and young children was discovered hidden in a sewage tank on the grounds of the Bon Secours Mother and Baby Home in Tuam, County Galway, Ireland.

The Latest: Hegseth taking questions as Trump demands Iran's surrender to Israel
2025-06-18

The Latest: Hegseth taking questions as Trump demands Iran's surrender to Israel

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is returning to Capitol Hill on Wednesday for another potentially combative hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee as airstrikes between Iran and Israel threaten a potentially devastating wider war. President Donald Trump has demanded Iran’s...

Former president Joe Biden to attend Juneteenth celebration at historic AME church in Galveston
2025-06-18

Former president Joe Biden to attend Juneteenth celebration at historic AME church in Galveston

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former president Joe Biden will be attending a Juneteenth celebration at a historic African Methodist Episcopal church in Galveston, Texas.

Wall Street rises as oil prices ease and the countdown ticks to the Fed's decision on interest rates
2025-06-18

Wall Street rises as oil prices ease and the countdown ticks to the Fed's decision on interest rates

U.S. stocks are rising as oil prices ease. The S&P 500 climbed 0.5% Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 244 points, and the Nasdaq composite rose 0.6%. Stocks got a boost from drops of more than 1% for oil...

2025-06-18

Joe Biden to Attend Juneteenth Celebration at Historic AME Church in Texas

Former President Joe Biden will be attending a Juneteenth celebration at a historic African Methodist Episcopal church in Galveston, Texas

Nearly 3,000 Nintendo Switch consoles stolen from semi-truck
2025-06-18

Nearly 3,000 Nintendo Switch consoles stolen from semi-truck

A semi-truck driver discovered the theft during a pre-trip inspection at a Bennett truck stop.

Iran Leader Rejects Trump’s Call for Surrender, Trump Says Patience Has Run Out
2025-06-18

Iran Leader Rejects Trump’s Call for Surrender, Trump Says Patience Has Run Out

DUBAI/JERUSALEM – Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected Donald Trump’s demand for unconditional surrender on Wednesday, and the U.S. president said his patience had run out, though he gave no clue as to what his next step would be. Speaking to reporters, Trump declined to say whether he had made any decision on whether [...]The post Iran Leader Rejects Trump’s Call for Surrender, Trump Says Patience Has Run Out appeared first on GV Wire.

Brazil Poised to Declare Itself Bird Flu 'Free,' State Official Says
2025-06-18

Brazil Poised to Declare Itself Bird Flu 'Free,' State Official Says

By Ana Mano, Roberto Samora and Debora ElySAO PAULO (Reuters) -Brazil is ready to declare the country free of the bird flu virus on commercial...

2025-06-18

Lynx lose Collier with bad back, Williams leads rally past Aces into Commissioner's Cup final

Courtney Williams scored 18 of her 20 points in the second half to rally the Minnesota Lynx to a spot in the Commissioner’s Cup final with a 76-62 win over the Las Vegas Aces despite losing Napheesa Collier to a...

2025-06-18

Sykes scores 32 and the Mystics overcome a 12-point halftime deficit to beat the Sky 79-72

Brittney Sykes scored 32 points on 13-of-24 shooting and the Washington Mystics overcame a 12-point halftime deficit to beat the Chicago Sky 79-72. The Mystics trailed 44-32 at halftime before doubling up Chicago in the third quarter, 24-12, to tie...

Newsom joins Substack to ‘cut through the right-wing disinformation’
2025-06-18

Newsom joins Substack to ‘cut through the right-wing disinformation’

Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) took to Substack on Monday in an effort to further “cut through the right-wing disinformation.” The California governor already has a podcast, This is Gavin Newsom, which he launched in February as a way to have...

2025-06-18

Friedl drives in a pair and Reds rally for 3rd straight win, 6-5 over Twins

TJ Friedl hit a decisive two-out, two-run double in the sixth inning and the Cincinnati Reds rallied for their third straight win, 6-5 over the Minnesota Twins. Cincinnati has won eight of its last 11 games to climb within two...

2025-06-18

AP News Summary at 10:21 p.m. EDT

Intense Israeli strikes hit Tehran after Trump demands 'unconditional surrender'

2025-06-18

Bichette, Barger hit back-to-back homers in 9th as Blue Jays rally past Diamondbacks 5-4

Bo Bichette and Addison Barger hit back-to-back home runs off Shelby Miller in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4. Jeff Hoffman (6-2) pitched one inning for the win as Toronto snapped...

Intense Israeli strikes hit Tehran after Trump demands 'unconditional surrender'
2025-06-18

Intense Israeli strikes hit Tehran after Trump demands 'unconditional surrender'

Intense Israeli airstrikes targeted Iran’s capital early Wednesday after it issued a warning about a new area it could target, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump demanded “unconditional surrender.” Uncertainty roiled the region and residents of Tehran fled their...

2025-06-18

‘Sobering’ security briefing after Minnesota murders could usher in billion-dollar Capitol Police budget

In the wake of the assassination of a Minnesota state lawmaker and her husband, concern is mounting among elected officials in Washington over how to ensure the safety of the more than 500 federal lawmakers and their families amid rising...

Childhood Friend Says Minnesota Suspect Had 'Darkness Inside Of Him'
2025-06-18

Childhood Friend Says Minnesota Suspect Had 'Darkness Inside Of Him'

A lifelong friend of the alleged Minnesota gunman says Vance Boelter had been struggling to find work and was wrestling with a “darkness that was inside of him” at the time of the shootings.

The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists
2025-06-18

The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists

From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors.

Dutch government recommends children under 15 stay off TikTok and Instagram
2025-06-17

Dutch government recommends children under 15 stay off TikTok and Instagram

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The Dutch government advised parents on Tuesday not to have children under 15 use social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, citing psychological and physical problems among children using them, including panic attacks, depression...

Overnight Russian attack on Ukraine kills 15 and injures 156
2025-06-17

Overnight Russian attack on Ukraine kills 15 and injures 156

Officials say a Russian missile and drone bombardment has killed at least 15 people and injured 156 others in Ukraine overnight, with the main barrage demolishing a nine-story apartment building in Kyiv. It was the deadliest attack on the Ukrainian...

What to know about the shooting that killed a demonstrator at a Utah 'No Kings' rally
2025-06-17

What to know about the shooting that killed a demonstrator at a Utah 'No Kings' rally

The “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City was struck by violence when a man allegedly brandished a rifle near the crowd. That prompted a volunteer for the event to fire three shots, hitting both the alleged gunman and a...

Functional health gains ground in traditional medicine | Real Men Wear Gowns
2025-06-17

Functional health gains ground in traditional medicine | Real Men Wear Gowns

Local doctors are now offering patients something they say has long been missing in the health care system — time, attention and a proactive approach.

Israeli Air Power Reigns Over Iran, but Needs US for Deeper Impact
2025-06-17

Israeli Air Power Reigns Over Iran, but Needs US for Deeper Impact

JERUSALEM – Israel’s command of Iranian air space leaves few obstacles in the way of its expanding bombardment, though it will struggle to deal a knock-out blow to deeply buried nuclear sites without the U.S. joining the attack, experts say. While Iran has responded with deadly missile strikes on Israeli cities, Israel has shown its [...]The post Israeli Air Power Reigns Over Iran, but Needs US for Deeper Impact appeared first on GV Wire.

Kraft Heinz pulling artificial dyes from its US products in 2027
2025-06-17

Kraft Heinz pulling artificial dyes from its US products in 2027

The move comes after health officials said that they would urge foodmakers to phase out petroleum-based artificial colors in the nation’s food supply.

Trump suggests he'll extend deadline for TikTok's Chinese owner to sell app
2025-06-17

Trump suggests he'll extend deadline for TikTok's Chinese owner to sell app

It is not clear how many times Trump can — or will — keep extending the ban as the government continues to try to negotiate a deal for TikTok.

War-weary Syrians and Lebanese watch from the sidelines as missiles fly in Israel-Iran conflict
2025-06-17

War-weary Syrians and Lebanese watch from the sidelines as missiles fly in Israel-Iran conflict

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — In a park overlooking Damascus, 25-year-old Khaldoun Hallak has spent the past few evenings with his friends, drinking yerba mate, snacking on nuts, smoking hookah pipes and watching the sky for missiles streaking overhead.

Man arrested after allegedly threatening protesters during Bloomington 'No Kings' rally over the weekend
2025-06-17

Man arrested after allegedly threatening protesters during Bloomington 'No Kings' rally over the weekend

Hyun Joon Kim was taken to the Monroe County Jail and arrested for intimidation and disorderly conduct.

Austria gunman had become fascinated with school shootings, investigators say
2025-06-17

Austria gunman had become fascinated with school shootings, investigators say

Investigators say a former student who killed nine students and a teacher in Austria a week ago and then took his own life had become fascinated with school shootings in recent years

US Reverses Guidance Pausing ICE Raids on Farms, Hotels and Restaurants, WaPo Reports
2025-06-17

US Reverses Guidance Pausing ICE Raids on Farms, Hotels and Restaurants, WaPo Reports

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Monday told staff it was reversing guidance issued last week that agents were not...

After Minnesota shooting, some states are more tightly guarding officials' personal information
2025-06-17

After Minnesota shooting, some states are more tightly guarding officials' personal information

Officials in several states took precautions Saturday to remove legislators' personal information from online directories.

Red Sox Baseball Boss Breslow Says Devers Trade Does Not Mean 'Waving of the White Flag on 2025'
2025-06-17

Red Sox Baseball Boss Breslow Says Devers Trade Does Not Mean 'Waving of the White Flag on 2025'

The Boston Red Sox thought they would be better off with a happy clubhouse than a disgruntled Rafael Devers

Baaaad news, aggressive goats not kidding around on an Oregon river
2025-06-17

Baaaad news, aggressive goats not kidding around on an Oregon river

These protective moms are butting heads with recreationists.

UK MPs eye decriminalising abortion for women in all cases
2025-06-17

UK MPs eye decriminalising abortion for women in all cases

UK MPs are expected to vote Tuesday on an overhaul of abortion laws in England and Wales which would end contentious prosecutions of women for terminating a pregnancy.

6/16: CBS Evening News
2025-06-17

6/16: CBS Evening News

New details shed light on Minnesota shootings timeline; General Mills drops 3 types of Cheerios cereal from shelves

2025-06-17

Baseball star Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter reports to federal prison in Pennsylvania

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The former Japanese interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani surrendered to a federal prison in Pennsylvania on Monday, beginning a nearly five-year prison sentence for bank and tax fraud after he stole nearly $17 million from...

2025-06-17

Baseball star Shohei Ohtani’s ex-interpreter reports to federal prison in Pennsylvania

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The former Japanese interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani surrendered to a federal prison in Pennsylvania on Monday, beginning a nearly five-year prison sentence for bank and tax fraud after he stole nearly $17 million from the Los Angeles Dodgers player. Ippei Mizuhara, 40, was processed at a low security federal [...]

Pacific faces ‘critical moment’ in fight for press freedom, media watchdog warns
2025-06-17

Pacific faces ‘critical moment’ in fight for press freedom, media watchdog warns

Some reporters in the region face jail for alleged defamation in countries where news outlets often lack resources to defend lawsuitsThe Pacific is facing a “critical moment” for press freedom, the region’s media watchdog has warned, as a number of senior journalists in a range of Pacific countries are facing costly lawsuits and criminal prosecution for alleged defamation.“We have seen a few cases coming up ... challenging the fundamentals of press freedom in the region,” said Robert Iroga, the chair of the Pacific Freedom Forum. Continue reading...

2025-06-17

Pepiot strikes out season-high 11 to lead Rays to a 7-1 win over the Orioles

Ryan Pepiot had a season-high 11 strikeouts, Jake Mangum went 3 for 4 with three RBIs and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-1. Pepiot (4-6), in his team-leading 15th start, finished one strikeout short of matching his...

2025-06-17

Dallas Wings forward Maddy Siegrist will miss time with a knee injury that won't require surgery

Dallas Wings forward Maddy Siegrist is recovering from a right knee injury that won’t require surgery but will keep her out of the lineup for some time. The Wings said Monday that Siegrist was injured last Wednesday in a loss...