How Erling Haaland Fared in World Cup Debut for Norway
One the most prolific strikers on earth made his maiden World Cup appearance.
Cincinnati Reds ride strong 1st inning to down New York Mets
Sal Stewart's three-run homer powered the Reds to a 5-3 victory over the Mets, ending a five-game losing streak for pitcher Brady Singer. The Reds secured consecutive wins for the first time since late May. Despite a late Mets rally, highlighted by Mark Vientos' pinch-hit homer, Cincinnati held on for…
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Warren Buffett-owned jet crashes into flames on Texas highway
People abandoned their vehicles to frantically smash the cockpit window in a bid to rescue occupants
Messi equals World Cup scoring record as Argentina beat Algeria
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-0 victory over Algeria on Wednesday, moving level with Miroslav Klose as the tournament's all-time leading scorer.
Double Fine Responds With Humor Amid Microsoft's New Xbox Strategy
Double Fine Productions may face closure or a spin-off as Microsoft reassesses Xbox studios, raising concerns about creative independence.
Sierra Leone’s first lady refuses to condemn FGM without ‘reliable data’ on harms
Exclusive: health professionals, survivors and politicians voice concerns in open letter over comments by Fatima Maadi Bio, who also denies supporting the practice
The old school trait turning Kylian Mbappe into Monsieur World Cup
Having moved past legends Pele and Just Fontaine in the goalscoring charts Mbappe is forging his own path as a modern World Cup icon
Forget bleach — this natural alternative will remove mold in dishwashers instantly
Do you have unsightly mold in your dishwasher? You can remove mold from dishwashers instantly with this one natural alternative — no bleach required.
Israel blocked from reading Iran peace deal draft as Trump fears Netanyahu would leak it, reports say
Reported development called ‘remarkable and highly unusual’
Africa's Ebola outbreaks complicated by victims who prefer traditional healers over hospitals
Whenever Ebola comes, some of those stricken choose the road to the nearest hospital
This jacket can turn air into drinking water, producing nearly 1 liter a day
A revolutionary jacket from the University of Texas at Austin can now generate drinking water from the air. This innovative wearable uses special fabric to capture moisture, converting it into clean water. The technology promises to be a game-changer for people in water-scarce regions, offering a portable solution for hikers,…
An expert personal trainer says this practical exercise boosts core strength and upper-body stability more than planks
The farmer's carry is a favourite among personal trainers whose clients want to build their functional fitness, strength, and mobility
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What to do with roses in June – the 5 easy tasks to never skip for bigger, better blooms all summer long
Your summer checklist to help your roses flourish
7 Summer Plants That Attract Hummingbirds Almost Instantly
Bright wings flashing through the garden always steal attention, especially when hummingbirds arrive like tiny helicopters on a mission. These energetic pollinators search for nectar-rich blooms that can keep up with their rapid metabolism and nonstop movement. The right summer plants transform an ordinary yard into a buzzing, colorful feeding…
Finland's unique literacy program: Children read to dogs and cows to build confidence without fear of judgment
In Finland, some of the most attentive listeners helping children improve their reading skills have four legs. Across libraries, schools and even farms, children are encouraged to read aloud to trained dogs and, in some local initiatives, cows. These animals provide a calm and patient audience that allows young readers…
Parenting expert who studied more than 200 children says this is the No. 1 skill parents just forget to teach kids now
Parenting expert Reem Raouda says emotional safety is one of the most important yet often overlooked factors in a child's development. According to her, children thrive when they feel safe expressing their thoughts, feelings and needs without fear of judgment, helping them grow into more confident, resilient and emotionally healthy…
“A full circle moment after all these years of making music side-by-side”: Billy Idol and Steve Stevens inducted into Guitar Center’s Hollywood Rockwalk
They’ll be be among some prestigious players on Sunset Boulevard
A Pilates instructor shares a 6-move routine for over-60s to build balance, mobility and functional core strength
Try these six reformer Pilates exercises from a qualified instructor.
4 ways kindergarten lays the foundation for lifelong learning
It’s the time of year when parents are thinking of registering their children for kindergarten in September — a much-anticipated moment in the lives of many parents and their young ones.
Who needs hot water? Researchers made an ultrasonic espresso machine that brews coffee without heat, and drinkers couldn't notice any difference
Scientists have found a way to make excellent espresso without using hot water via the power of ultrasound
Cincinnati Reds ride strong 1st inning to down New York Mets
Sal Stewart's three-run homer powered the Reds to a 5-3 victory over the Mets, ending a five-game losing streak for pitcher Brady Singer. The Reds secured consecutive wins for the first time since late May. Despite a late Mets rally, highlighted by Mark Vientos' pinch-hit homer, Cincinnati held on for…
Messi equals World Cup scoring record as Argentina beat Algeria
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-0 victory over Algeria on Wednesday, moving level with Miroslav Klose as the tournament's all-time leading scorer.
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Sierra Leone’s first lady refuses to condemn FGM without ‘reliable data’ on harms
Exclusive: health professionals, survivors and politicians voice concerns in open letter over comments by Fatima Maadi Bio, who also denies supporting the practice
EU steps up Channel crackdown with more staff and surveillance
The European Union has laid out plans to boost operations against illegal migration in the English Channel, including deploying additional staff and surveillance equipment to prevent crossings.
Man 'mistakenly beat girlfriend to death while trying to help her lose weight'
HONG KONG — A jobless man accused of killing his girlfriend in a Hong Kong village house and illegally disposing of her body four years ago has claimed he mistakenly beat her to death while trying to help her lose weight by keeping her awake at night.
Jair Bolsonaro’s son sentenced to four years in jail for seeking US interference in father’s Brazil coup trial
Brazil supreme court finds that Eduardo Bolsonaro – who resides in the US - tried to get sanctions put on judges trying ex-president over coup plot
FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina is skilfully defending its title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever
Argentina's football champions are back on the World Cup stage. Dedicated fans have traveled thousands of miles, some by bicycle, to support their team. Many are spending significant amounts of money to witness the matches. Lionel Messi, a legendary player, is a major draw for global fans.
The threats Australia must neutralise in crunch World Cup clash with USA
From Christian Pulisic and Antonee Robinson to Sergiño Dest and Folarin Balogun, the Socceroos will have their hands full in the Group D clash
Georgia father finally pays price of his crimes years after his teen son set fire to their home and exposed his truth
It was his son's desperate attempt to escape.
The Three Most Important USMNT Players for the World Cup Clash With Australia
The U.S. and Australia go head-to-head in Seattle on Friday afternoon.
Robinhood CEO Says 'Business Has Never Been Stronger,' Then Cuts 10% of Workforce
Robinhood plans to cut 10% of its workforce to streamline operations, despite strong performance and record trading. The restructure aims to boost efficiency and simplify management.
Sleep Number has filed for bankruptcy — here's what that means for your smart mattress
Sleep Number plans a sale to bedding brand Sleep Country Canada — here's what will happen to your Sleep Number mattress and app.
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US Stock Market: Wells Fargo raises S&P 500 target on stronger earnings outlook, easing macro risks
Wells Fargo has raised its year-end 2026 target for the S&P 500 to 7,950 from 7,300, implying a potential upside of about 5% from current levels. The brokerage cited stronger corporate earnings, easing macroeconomic uncertainty following the interim U.S.-Iran agreement, and improved investor sentiment after a recent market pullback.
IBM Study: Limited Control and Rising Dependencies Leave Enterprises Exposed in the Age of AI
ARMONK, N.Y., June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A new global study by the IBM (NYSE: IBM) Institute for Business Value finds that as enterprises embed AI deeper into core business operations, most surveyed organizations remain locked into AI systems they cannot easily change, reinforcing the growing importance of AI sovereignty…
'The retail SSD market has almost disappeared,' says Silicon Motion exec — PC OEMs are buying third-party drives as direct NAND supply dries up
Vice president of client storage solutions at Silicon Motion warns that the retail SSD market has almost disappeared as NAND makers prioritize shipments of memory to AI data centers.
The Dell Story Is No Longer Just About PCs. Here’s Why the Stock Still Looks Undervalued.
The market may still be mispricing Dell's AI opportunity.
Doing the Math: How Micron Stock Could Reach $2,100 by 2028
Micron's AI memory leadership and sold-out production capacity could drive explosive revenue and earnings growth through 2028. If demand remains strong, a $2,100 stock price may be within reach.
Why Cathie Wood Is Selling AMD Stock
Cathie Wood is trimming AMD to fund a bigger bet on SpaceX, even as the chipmaker's AI growth story remains intact.
Investors say Microsoft inflated Copilot's success and OpenAI partnership — as Azure stumbles with growth concerns
Shareholders accuse Microsoft of masking cloud struggles while betting big and investing billions on AI infrastructure.
Dell Stock Looks Cheap Here With Higher Analyst Forecasts - Short Put Plays Are Attractive
Analysts have raised 2027 revenue forecasts for Dell Technologies, implying higher FCF and price targets. Shorting out-of-the-money DELL puts is attractive now. A 10% OTM put expiring in one month yields 4.9%.
Africa's Ebola outbreaks complicated by victims who prefer traditional healers over hospitals
Whenever Ebola comes, some of those stricken choose the road to the nearest hospital
B52 crashed: Why are jumbo jet sized bombers such as B-52, Tu-95 and H-6 still flying amid advanced air defenses and stealth fighter jets
Giant bombers like the B-52 and Tu-95 continue to serve as vital strategic assets. Their immense range and payload capacity allow them to deliver significant weaponry, including from safe distances. Modern upgrades ensure their continued relevance. These aircraft are crucial for power projection and nuclear deterrence, proving their enduring value…
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6 Required Minimum Distribution Rules Retirees Should Recheck Before Year-End
One of the most costly mistakes retirees can make is not knowing the rules regarding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). The IRS has a set of...
Tribal Leaders Fire Back at ICE, Demanding Federal Recognition of Sovereign IDs: Report
Congress is currently considering legislation that would require federal immigration officers to receive training on recognizing tribal identification documents
In the age of AI-based threats, zero-trust is no longer enough
The emergence of AI-based threats means zero-trust is no longer strong enough to tackle these alone.
Trump’s Iran hawk backers are not feeling good about ceasefire deal: ‘It all seems bad’
NEWS ANALYSIS: Trump’s biggest backers on the neoconservative right were thrilled by his decision to go to war. But now they’re coming to terms with just how far short of their goals he’s come, writes John Bowden
Republican Lawmakers Are Paying a High Price for Challenging Trump on the Epstein Files, and Nancy Mace Is the Latest in His Sights
The push for transparency over the Epstein files has created a rift in the GOP that won’t heal anytime soon.
Putin wanted to make Russia great again. Instead, Ukraine is the new rising power in Europe
Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine is often, and misleadingly, characterised as a great power conflict.
The Drug Pricing Machine and Why Patients Keep Paying More
Roughly a third of American adults report difficulty paying for prescription drugs, and many are forced to skip doses, delay refills, or abandon treatment altogether.
Trump Targeted by 'Obsessive' Jeffrey Epstein Campaign Before Disgraced Financier Killed Himself in Jail, Memo Unveils
Newly released emails reveal Jeffrey Epstein's private disdain for Donald Trump, describing him as 'dangerous' and 'borderline insane'. The revelations have intensified political debates in Washington.
Forget bleach — this natural alternative will remove mold in dishwashers instantly
Do you have unsightly mold in your dishwasher? You can remove mold from dishwashers instantly with this one natural alternative — no bleach required.
Selena Gomez Accused of Shading Hailey Bieber After Deleted Instagram Story Sparks Fan Frenzy
Selena Gomez faces shade accusations after a deleted Instagram Story sparked viral debate linking her to Hailey Bieber and Knicks game drama online
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How to see Venus vanish behind the moon during the day Wednesday — without any special equipment
On Wednesday (June 17), the moon will pass between Earth and Venus, causing the hellish planet to temporarily disappear from the daytime sky. Here's what it will look like, exactly when it is happening, and how you can safely view this skywatching spectacle.
'They Were All There': Tom Holland Confirms Family Was Present at Secret Marriage to Zendaya
Tom Holland confirms he is married to Zendaya in an Esquire UK interview, ending viral wedding rumours sparked by AI images and fan speculation
"By the time you get to the end, it's like, Okay, that's a classic." Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan recalls the first time he heard Nirvana's Smells Like Teen Spirit
The night that Butch Vig played Billy Corgan an unreleased cassette of Nirvana's Nevermind album
CBS reaches agreement over Stephen Colbert’s use of Peanuts music on The Late Show
On that last day of his hosting, Colbert played Linus and Lucy on air in final dig at the network
Woman sees Welch’s jelly for $6 on the Walmart app. Then she walks into the store—and realizes people are being tricked: ‘We’re being robbed’
A woman went online to purchase a bottle of Welch’s jelly. Then she realized it was $2 to $3 higher than what she normally pays for it. Brittney Schober (@brittneyschober), a travel influencer and TikToker, posted a video that received more than 199,000 views. In it, she explained why she…
“2027”: Faith No More set social media abuzz as they release teaser image featuring live audience
The alternative metal luminaries haven’t played together since 2016
Roughly 70% of kids are looking at electronic screens during dinner - that figure is even higher for parents
Researchers warn distractions like smartphones, tablets or TVs take away from valuable bonding time for families
Shang-Chi director gives promising update on the delayed sequel, but says releasing the first movie during the pandemic is what halted the process
Shang-Chi 2 director says Marvel's most delayed project is still happening
Africa's clean energy projects face financing barrier from credit rating rules
Billions pledged for Africa’s clean energy transition are failing to translate into projects on the ground as high financing costs deter investors
Solar-powered fridges are boosting farmers’ incomes by 50% while cutting food waste
Renewable energy is saving crops from going to waste.
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Nearly Half the U.S. Is in Drought Right Now — Here Are the Health Risks and Which Cities Face the Highest Risk
As of June 9, 2026, 46.93% of the U.S. is in drought. Washington declared emergencies; Utah hit historic lows. Here are the health risks you need to know.
Iran war is a 'wake-up call' for Southeast Asia's energy sector, report says
The International Energy Agency says Southeast Asia’s power sector is too open to risks from its dependence on imports of oil and gas from a limited number of suppliers
New Mexico is in a historic drought. Oracle and OpenAI designed their newest data center with that in mind
New Mexico lost 209,000 acres of forest to drought and insects last year. Now a data center may pull millions of gallons of water from the same area.
Freedivers, leftover cables and bits of clay: Cuba gets inventive to save its pristine reefs amid US blockade
With limited resources and sanctions tightening, conservationists are forced to find new ways to protect the coral reefs of Ciénaga de Zapata national park
Critics say Trump’s opening of public lands to off-road vehicles is ‘reckless and nonsensical’
Move is part of broad effort to open public lands to industry and other uses, threatening wildlife and ecosystems
Inside Chile's spectacular Atacama super bloom: The desert that blooms once every few years
The Atacama Desert in northern Chile holds the record for being the driest non-polar desert on Earth. Some parts of it go decades without a single drop of rain. It looks, for most of the year, like a place where nothing could survive. And then, every few years, something extraordinary…
Weather tracker: Saharan heat to send temperatures soaring across Europe
Heatwave conditions build over much of continent, while mild start to winter continues in parts of Australia
Amazon says its data centers consume only 0.075% of the water Americans use for watering their lawns and gardens — company also boasts of its improvements in water efficiency
Amazon says that it uses 2.5 billion gallons of water annually for data center cooling but compares it to the 3.3 trillion gallons of water used for watering lawns and gardens in the U.S. every year.
Arizona legislature adds seven measures to the November ballot, bringing the total to 10 ballot measures for voters to decide
The Arizona State Legislature approved seven ballot measures for the Nov. 2026 ballot before adjourning in the early morning hours on June 13, 2026.
Rhode Island voters will weigh in on five bond issues in Nov. 2026 included in the state's budget
Rhode Island voters will decide on five bond issues in the November 2026 election. The five bond measures would approve a total of $600 million in general obligation bonds. The bond issues would fund housing development, higher education facilities, economic infrastructure development, environmental protection, and historical preservation.
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USDA has new partners in the fight against screwworm — drones, dogs and fungi
The USDA awarded a combined $105 million to 40 different projects aimed at stopping the spread of New World Screwworm.
Newly announced TribFest speakers grapple with the country’s hardest questions
Kevin Stitt, Sherrilyn Ifill, Karl Rove, Imani Perry, Carla Espinoza-Grcic and Avi Loeb join us this September
Texas students saw slight gains in math, stalled progress in reading, STAAR results show
Elementary and middle school students attending Texas public schools showed small gains on state math exams but remained relatively flat in reading.
Texas Railroad Commission race pits oil field engineer against energy trader running on culture wars
Republican Bo French is keeping Islam, immigration and LGBTQ+ issues at the fore of his campaign for Texas’ oil regulatory agency. Democratic foe Jon Rosenthal is betting on his technical expertise.
UT fires public radio station leader who challenged university statements about festival security
KUT’s Debbie Hiott believes University of Texas officials terminated her because she publicly pushed back against administration claims that the station’s security plans for an inaugural festival were insufficient.
New York voters have decided on 430 statewide measures since 1821: a look at the state ballot measure history
Since 1821, New York voters have decided on 430 statewide ballot measures. Of those, 316 (73%) were approved, and 114 (27%) were defeated.
A Muslim Texan sought to find his place in the party at the state GOP convention. He left in tears.
Muslim delegates and attendees hoping to participate in the state Republican convention were shunned and rejected by members as they espoused themes of party unity ahead of the November election.
Where is screwworm in Texas? Track cases here.
The New World screwworm poses a multibillion-dollar threat to the state’s cattle industry. We’re keeping track of where these cases are reported.
Warren Buffett-owned jet crashes into flames on Texas highway
People abandoned their vehicles to frantically smash the cockpit window in a bid to rescue occupants
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky and Trump’s ‘very good’ meeting at G7 boosts hopes for peace
G7 leaders agreed that Putin was not winning the war, Zelensky says
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Georgia runoff: Republican voters choose Trump-backed conservative to face Jon Ossoff
Representative Mike Collins defeats former college football coach Derek Dooley, while Rick Jackson selected as governor pick
Evacuations Ordered As 30-Acre Brush Fire Threatens Homes And Forces Power Shutdowns in Sparks, Nevada
A fast-moving fire in Sparks, Nevada, prompted evacuations and power shut-offs as emergency crews battled to contain the 30-acre blaze threatening nearby homes.
Suspect at large as one person killed in Delaware hospital shooting
Police chief says officers working to find suspect who shot two people, one fatally, inside Wilmington hospital
CBS reaches agreement over Stephen Colbert’s use of Peanuts music on The Late Show
On that last day of his hosting, Colbert played Linus and Lucy on air in final dig at the network
Two Mayors Gunned Down in 24 Hours as Political Violence Escalates in Oaxaca
Oaxaca spirals into a political violence crisis after two mayors are gunned down in 24 hours, renewing outrage over a lack of security for local officials.
A Symbolic Victory? Why Killing Niño Guerrero Won't Stop Tren de Aragua
President Trump announces the killing of Tren de Aragua founder Niño Guerrero, but analysts warn the decentralized gang will survive the strike.
Wednesday briefing: In a new era of far-right organising, how can we tackle hate?
In today’s newsletter: The far right are using social media to foster division, from Southampton to Belfast, but there are calls for clear and urgent ways to counter digital radicalism
Meet Australia's real-life Spider-Man: Medical student visits sick children and gifts Nintendo Switches while dressed as the superhero
Most superheroes exist only on cinema screens, but in north Queensland, one young medical student is making a real difference for children battling illness. George D. Mann, a 20-year-old third-year medical student from Townsville, Australia, spends his free time as "Dr. Spider-Man", visiting young patients while dressed in a Spider-Man…
Robert White wins Democratic primary for DC delegate
Robert White is poised to become the District of Columbia’s next nonvoting delegate to Congress, replacing retiring Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton and bringing a fresh voice to the role for the first time in 36 years. A current at-large D.C. councilmember, White emerged as the victor in Tuesday’s Democratic primary…
Deepfakes Enter the Midterms: AI-Generated Campaign Ads Explode Across U.S. Elections
AI-generated political deepfakes flood U.S. election campaigns as lawmakers clash over lack of disclosure laws and federal tech restrictions.
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Trump’s picks win Senate runoffs in Georgia and Alabama
A pair of Republicans endorsed by Donald Trump won their Senate primary runoffs Tuesday, but the president suffered a setback in a Republican gubernatorial contest for the second time this month. In Georgia, Rep. Mike Collins claimed the GOP Senate nomination, two days after picking up Trump’s support, while the…
The New Crude Rush: Oil Executives Gamble on Venezuela to Bypass Middle East Chaos
Middle East supply fears prompt global oil companies to pivot to Venezuela, sparking a corporate land grab as the U.S. prioritizes stability over democracy.
Newsom Claims Trump Is Weaponizing DOJ to Investigate Him and His Wife
Gov. Gavin Newsom accuses President Trump of weaponizing the DOJ as federal investigators probe his wife's taxes and his inner circle.
Epstein Assistant Claims Sex Offender Gave Cash, Disney Tickets to Jail Deputy While Receiving Special Privileges
New testimony from insider Sarah Kellen reveals Jeffrey Epstein allegedly bribed jail guards with cash and Disney tickets for illicit privileges.
Tribal Leaders Fire Back at ICE, Demanding Federal Recognition of Sovereign IDs: Report
Congress is currently considering legislation that would require federal immigration officers to receive training on recognizing tribal identification documents
U.S. Signals Wider Latin America Military Campaign, But Experts Question Impact on Tren de Aragua
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns more U.S. military strikes could follow the Venezuela raid on Tren de Aragua's founder under a new regional coalition.
The Coroner "Kept Several Skulls as Trophies from the Deceased He Examined"
A very short excerpt from yesterday's Seventh Circuit opinion in Betts v. Boone County, written by Chief Judge Michael Brennan… The post The Coroner "Kept Several Skulls as Trophies from the Deceased He Examined" appeared first on Reason.com.
Secret Service disbursements raise questions on ballroom funding
The White House budget office released $351.6 million to the Secret Service on Friday for “White House Security Measures,” amid mounting criticism that taxpayer dollars may be tapped to help pay for President Donald Trump’s planned East Wing ballroom. A database that tracks “apportionments” made by the Office of Management…
The Belfast riots, Palestine Action protests. What is terrorism now – and why the hypocrisy?
The right is obsessed with ‘two-tier policing’. This is indeed a two-tier government – but the real victims are progressives, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
OPINION - The pesky XI World Cup fans you’re guaranteed to encounter in the pub
Certain starters in the boozy line-up when you head out to watch the big matches, according to Michael Hogan
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Is it bad that Elon Musk has a trillion dollars? Yes, and here’s why
Just as the ‘poverty line’ determines what’s required for basic living, we need a ‘wealth line’ to show when extreme wealth becomes harmful, says economist and philosopher Ingrid Robeyns
Voices: Keir Starmer is showing he will not go down without a fight
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Whoever succeeds the prime minister must prove they can deliver the change he has been unable to muster
The Anthropic ‘Fable’ saga proves: we have opened the AI Pandora’s box. What now?
We have opened the AI Pandora’s box. Now we have to make the best of it
The era of trillionaires will be dire for democracy. Here is how we can fight back
There is a fundamental tension between extreme wealth and the very possibility of democracy. That’s because extreme wealth is always an extreme power
The removal of Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center is a much-needed act of iconoclasm
The desecration of a ruler’s symbols is among the oldest forms of political revolt
So is the US war with Iran over? In a word: no
The much-hyped deal, which is set to be formally signed on Friday in Geneva, doesn’t end the war. It’s essentially a 60-day extension of a ceasefire
Ukraine back in favour? At G7, Trump threatens return of Russia oil sanctions
Before he left Washington, there were reports Volodymyr Zelenskiy wasn't even on Donald Trump's G7 bilateral meeting list, but in the end, the U-S president took the meeting. And more. In the French Alps resort of Evian, Trump putting the onus on Vladimir Putin to come to the bargaining table…
The Guardian view on defending Europe in a new era: collaboration is the key
Editorial: The recent abandonment of plans for a Franco-German fighter jet sent a disastrous signal. Strategic autonomy will be jointly achieved or not at all
Double Fine Responds With Humor Amid Microsoft's New Xbox Strategy
Double Fine Productions may face closure or a spin-off as Microsoft reassesses Xbox studios, raising concerns about creative independence.
This Google Chrome Extension Will Flag Steam Games Made With Generative AI
This newly discovered Google Chrome extension will help you flag AI-generated games on Steam without the need to read the disclaimer part.
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'Luna Abyss' Developers Laid Off Days After Successful Launch on Xbox Game Pass
Luna Abyss launched to positive reviews and Game Pass support, yet its entire development team was laid off shortly after release.
'Forza Horizon 6' Free Supercar Coming Alongside Hotfix After 'The Eliminator' Mode Exploit
Forza Horizon 6 is sharing a free supercar to all players following the exploit found on The Eliminator mode.
'Pokémon Pokopia' Expansion Pass Promotional Art Shows 2 New Pokémon, New Feature
Pokémon Pokopia's Expansion Pass is coming soon, and new promotional materials seem to confirm more details about the game.
'Roblox Blox Fruits' Codes June 2026: Start Grinding Fruits in Third Sea
Claim active "Blox Fruits" codes for June 2026 and unlock free EXP boosts, stat resets, and faster progression across every sea.
Mel B Fawning Over That AGT Contestant Was A Trip, But I’d Have Used My Golden Buzzer Elsewhere
The judge looked more like Smitten Spice.
Do I Love A Doomsday Cast Member Talking About How Obsessed They Are With Being On Set With Robert Downey Jr? Yes, I Do
Who wouldn't?
David Boreanaz Made A Great Point Addressing Fans Who Said Maybe He ‘Shouldn’t Do’ His Rockford Files Reboot
He's making sense.
The Boys’ Eric Kripke Revealed His Initial Pitch For The Show, And I’m Chuckling About All The F-Bombs
I wouldn't expect anything less.
Jeremy Clarkson diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer
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The perfect picnic menu: From focaccia sandwiches to strawberry trifles
National Picnic Week is the perfect excuse to head outdoors with a basket full of good food. From pistachio pesto focaccia sandwiches and sticky pork lettuce cups to strawberry trifles and elderflower iced tea, these seven recipes make a compelling case for eating lunch on a blanket, says Hannah Twiggs
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Silent carnivals, kabaddi players and home videos: Jarman award shortlist announced
Only four artist film-makers have been selected by the jury this year, for bringing their ‘deeply grounded lived experience’ to stories of migration, family and disaster
A moment that changed me: A WhatsApp message about a little-known sport made me an unlikely celebrity in Japan
I’d always wanted to represent my country at something, so when I learned about Mölkky, I got a team together
A lemony loaf, a stir-fry and a cheeseboard pickle: Ravinder Bhogal’s courgette recipes
Three ways with summer’s versatile vegetable: as a simple meal, a deliciously moist loaf and a South Asian achaar to spice up any cheese sandwich
The cold, hard truth: what you should actually store in the fridge – from red wine to nuts
s chocolate better served chilled? Do bananas go mushy? And won’t someone think of the avocados? Here is the final word on the fridge or cupboard conflict
Chick-fil-A loses top spot as America’s favorite fast food chain
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Here’s why CBS was forced to pay fine for Stephen Colbert’s last broadcast on network
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California’s election results timeline and how states count absentee/mail-in ballots
Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.
The FDA Just Put Psilocybin and an MDMA-Like Drug on a 1-to-2 Month Approval Track. A Historic Mental Health Decision Is Coming.
FDA issued National Priority Vouchers to Compass Pathways, Usona, and Transcend for psilocybin and methylone in April 2026. A decision could come by late 2026.
Nearly Half the U.S. Is in Drought Right Now — Here Are the Health Risks and Which Cities Face the Highest Risk
As of June 9, 2026, 46.93% of the U.S. is in drought. Washington declared emergencies; Utah hit historic lows. Here are the health risks you need to know.
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New Research Suggests Ultra-Processed Foods Can Shrink Attention Span Despite an Otherwise Healthy and Balanced Diet
A study of 2,100+ adults in Alzheimer's & Dementia found that each 10% increase in ultra-processed food intake measurably reduces attention — even in otherwise healthy eaters.
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Can Kill Within Days, Yet 2026 CDC Study Highlights Persistent Delays in Treatment
RMSF kills 5–10% of patients even with treatment. A 2026 CDC study confirms delayed doxycycline is the top predictor of death. What patients and doctors must know this summer.
Home-Delivered Medically Tailored Meals Cut Hospitalizations by 31% in Medicaid Patients — and Saved Money Too
Nature Medicine study: medically tailored home meals cut Medicaid hospitalizations 31%, ER visits 20%, saving $3,433 per patient. At least 12 states are now expanding this.
Surprising benefit of Covid vaccine found in new study
The study found that the jab was linked to a lower risk of Covid-19-related major adverse cardiovascular events
World Cup 2026: England fans warned not to delay A&E visits just because the football’s on
Analysis of A&E attendance data during Euro 2024 found there were just under 17,000 fewer attendances than expected during England matches across the tournament
A Pilates instructor says doing breathwork before Pilates will help you build strength quicker—start with this 30-second practice
Start every workout this way to get more from your Pilates practice
Intensive Lifestyle Changes Reduce Risk of Multimorbidity by 25 Percent in Adults with Prediabetes, 20-Year JAMA Study Reveals
A 20-year NIH study published in JAMA June 15, 2026 found intensive lifestyle changes cut multimorbidity risk by 25% in adults with prediabetes.
VIC:Hospital referred doula to police after fatal freebirth
Hospital staff became concerned about medical terms a doula used following a nutritionist's free birth death, triggering a referral to police.
What happened on a historic night for Argentina? ‘Messi things’
A hat-trick against Algeria equalled Miroslav Klose’s World Cup scoring record, but Messi and his teammates insist the mark doesn’t matter to him
Argentina Player Ratings vs. Algeria: Magical Messi Opens World Cup With Record Night
Lionel Messi is now the joint greatest goalscorer in World Cup history.
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Messi dazzles to equal World Cup scoring record as Argentina breeze past Algeria
The star midfielder, making his 200th appearance for Argentina, tied the all-time tournament scoring mark at 16 goals with his hat-trick on Tuesday night
Austria vs. Jordan—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats
The 20th game of the 2026 World Cup pits a reemerging European force against an Asian debutant.
Lionel Messi Scores Hat Trick, Matches All-Time World Cup Record in Opening Win
The soccer legend stunned on Tuesday night in Argentina’s opener against Algeria.
France looked a disjointed mess in their World Cup opener. Then came Mbappé
The tournament favorites were far from their best in their first half against a strong Senegal side. Their star forward made sure things finished fine
Ghana vs. Panama—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
Ghana has prepared rather chaotically for this summer’s tournament, with its campaign starting on Wednesday.
Uzbekistan vs. Colombia—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
The darlings of the 2014 World Cup faces one of four debutants in its 2026 opener.
‘Yes That’s A Thing’: Mechanic Says Doing 1 Thing When Parking Could Save You Thousands. Then He Explains
'I was taught in driving school.'
How Erling Haaland Fared in World Cup Debut for Norway
One the most prolific strikers on earth made his maiden World Cup appearance.
Trump’s DoJ intervenes to back Elon Musk in datacenter pollution lawsuit
Justice department urges judge to throw out suit brought by NAACP over xAI’s methane-gas turbines in Mississippi
Viture, Nvidia XR AI partner for safety glasses that bring true smarts to the workforce
Viture, Nvidia revealed the Helix safety smart glasses at AWE 2026, and these glasses feature strong AI for "assisted workflows."
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Rivian Lays Off Hundreds Of Workers A Week After R2 Launch
Rivian cut employees from its service and customer division on Tuesday, the The Wall Street Journal reported.
Dev releases one of the year's best shooters, entire team is laid off less than a month later: "A decision that was completely outside of our control"
Luna Abyss is a good game. That's not enough anymore
Persona 4 Yukiko actor passes the torch to her replacement as Atlus reveals Revival cast: "I know she will rock this role"
"My cast and I stand on the shoulders of giants"
Nothing about Valor Mortis' Steam Next Fest demo should work for me, but the first-person Soulslike zombie combat is too good to ignore
Receiving psychic messages from Napoleon has changed me
Destiny 2 players end the game exactly as they started it: driving Bungie mad by pushing bosses off a cliff
It's like we never left
The most popular Soulslike in Steam Next Fest makes a very powerful argument for adding a shotgun to Dark Souls
Mortal Shell 2 feels better than I expected so far
Ubisoft admits Assassin's Creed Shadows' story didn't land "as we hoped," so its final update is trying to fix it
"I hope the community is satisfied with where we leave our two protagonists"
Brand New Day: Samsung's foldables swing with Spider-Man, but you'll need the Spidey Tracker
Samsung, Spider-Man: Brand New Day swing into a real-world collaboration with the movie's Spidey Tracker.
New study challenges view that pets help us deal with stress
Interacting more intensely does not provide more stress relief, researchers say
Plantwatch: Russian dandelion offers solution to global rubber shortage
Scientists are returning to a wartime solution that may be more sustainable than the traditional rubber tree
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Goats can find food by following a human voice, study finds
Experiments show 29 animals moved towards a treat-filled bucket 60% of the time when guided by a researcher
NASA X-ray spacecraft catches jet erupting from 1st supermassive black hole imaged by humanity
"We could already see changes in the jet, but never with this level of detail in X-rays."
Watch European rocket launch record-breaking mission for Amazon on June 17
An Ariane 6 heavy-lift rocket will launch a record-breaking load to orbit early on Wednesday morning (June 17), and you can watch the action live.
How to see the moon hide Venus in a rare daytime sky show on June 17
A rare daytime occultation will see a thin crescent moon pass directly in front of dazzling Venus on June 17.
Watch a fireball burn a 300 mile path above the Midwest US (video)
The fireball traveled 300 miles in a matter of seconds before disintegrating in spectacular fashion.
Lost first-century villa likely visited by three emperors unearthed outside Rome
Villa was likely built in early first century and abandoned in the third century, researchers say
SpaceX overtakes Amazon as world’s fifth most valuable company
Value of Elon Musk’s firm at one point rose to $2.97tn days after its IPO following purchase of AI coding startup Cursor
Don't miss the moon lead a dazzling mini 'planet parade' on June 17
The crescent moon will shine alongside Jupiter, Venus and Mercury as it passes through the Beehive open star cluster on June 17.
Country diary: Everybody loves to hate the stinging nettle – don’t they?
Frome, Somerset: This much-maligned midsummer menace has few friends among humans, but look closely and you might find an orgy of eating and mating
Texas’ Fight Against the Screwworm Will Be Nasty and Brutish
And with any luck, it’ll also be short.
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‘At first, the idea does sound crazy’: meet the scientists trying to refreeze the Arctic
Sea ice is melting fast, worsening the climate crisis, but a bold attempt to rethicken it is showing early signs of success
As an ocean swimmer, I try not to think of sharks, but we all know that this is their territory
It used to be easier to say that the chances of a shark attack were slim. Now I feel as though that pretence of safety has been shattered
AI could help win ‘race against extinction’ of vital plants, say botanists
Tech is helping to identify and save new specimens and could open ‘genomic goldmine’ of fungi data
Half of world’s children exposed to at least three climate hazards, Unicef says
Almost every child, including those from high-income countries, is now exposed to at least one hazard
Country diary: A revelation among the ‘clints and grikes’ of my limestone seat
Wharfedale, Yorkshire: On the trail of a wood warbler, I find a suite of woodland plants rising up from a fascinating land formation – limestone pavement
FED:Concrete example: carbon refinery to turn gases green
An Australian facility will seek to prove carbon can be embedded into useful products, such as concrete, paint and plasterboard, and resold for a profit.
Concrete example: carbon refinery to turn gases green
An Australian facility will seek to prove carbon can be embedded into useful products, such as concrete, paint and plasterboard, and resold for a profit.
Half of all fatal shark attacks take place in Australia. How can you protect yourself – and do electronic deterrents work?
From tough wetsuits to wearable devices, experts say there are ways to reduce your risk in the ocean
Cycling in the tracks of Britain’s camping pioneers from Oxford to Surrey
Britain’s Camping and Caravanning Club started as a cycle camping club 125 years ago. I cycle from its birthplace to one of its oldest campsites to see if its free-wheeling spirit survives
Killer hotels on the Côte d’Azur for The White Lotus effect
Locations for The White Lotus season four are on the Côte d’Azur, flitting from Cannes to Monaco to Saint-Tropez. Melanie McDonagh visited two hotels in the region
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From cool Marseille to a photo-feast in Arles – an art trail through Provence
The French cities of Marseille, Aix, Avignon and Arles boast a wealth of museums and festivals showing work by contemporary artists. Here’s how to make the most of a dazzling cultural summer
Micro-staycations: why are people holidaying an hour away from home?
Mindful of steep airfares and global uncertainty, more and more UK holiday-makers are staying close – very close – to home. Does this mean Milton Keynes is the new Malaga?
Send us a tip about a memorable Greek holiday experience
Tell us about your favourite trip to Greece – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
On the road with the kids: a family driving holiday in Spain and France
Can a long road trip work with children? I set out to relive a classic journey from Bilbao to Saint-Malo I did in my freewheeling 20s
From Sussex to Scotland, my road trip through four centuries of British holidays
A 1,600-mile journey to the wild peaks of Scotland, via Llandudno’s Victorian promenade and the bright lights of Blackpool proved an eye-opener in more ways than one
Journey into the midnight sun: my solo road trip to the top of Norway
I found cinematic landscapes, wild freedom and thousands of miles of perfect solitude on my campervan adventure through the Nordic countries
Jewellery designer Marla Aaron's guide to New York
From cake fit for a princess and an insane Gotham Salad, to hot jazz and even the best monkey bars, the Harlem jewellery queen has the Big Apple crunched
Hairpin bends and bears on the highway: readers’ favourite European road trips
From Iceland to Italy, you share your best adventures behind the wheel