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Reagan National Airport to Close Midday July 4 for US 250th Anniversary Events
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport will close from noon July 4 for US 250th independence celebrations, with rehearsals and other closures days before and after.
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Amazon Prime Day 2026 Sale Set for June 23-27 with Early Deals Live Now
Amazon announced Prime Day 2026 will run June 23-27 with early deals already available on tech products and accessories.
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US Justice Department charges 15 Minnesota activists linked to Antifa with conspiracy and violence
The US Justice Department charged 15 Minnesota activists tied to Antifa with conspiracy, assault, and related crimes, arresting 12 on June 16, 2026.
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New Zealand defender Tim Payne signs one-year deal with Paraguay's Olimpia after World Cup
New Zealand defender Tim Payne has signed a one-year contract with Paraguayan club Olimpia after the 2026 World Cup.
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US-Iran framework deal includes $300B private investment fund with over half committed
US and Iran signed a memorandum including a $300 billion private investment fund, with more than half already committed by global companies.
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine calls for abolition of the death penalty
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced his support for ending the death penalty in the state, reversing his previous position from 1981.
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Rex Heuermann sentenced to life without parole for Gilgo Beach serial murders
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to multiple life terms without parole for killing eight women in New York from 1993 to 2010.
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Grammy Awards to add Best Asian Pop Music Performance and four other categories in 2027
The Recording Academy will introduce five new Grammy categories including Best Asian Pop Music Performance at its 2027 ceremony.
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Rory McIlroy criticizes PGA Tour’s two-track system amid LIV Golf uncertainty
Rory McIlroy voiced concerns over the PGA Tour’s planned two-track system and LIV Golf’s impact ahead of the 2026 US Open.
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Czech Republic and South Africa draw 1-1 in World Cup Group A match in Atlanta
Czech Republic and South Africa played to a 1-1 draw in their Group A World Cup match at Atlanta Stadium on June 18, 2026.
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BHV Marais to end Shein partnership by Christmas after ownership change
Paris department store BHV Marais will end its Shein store partnership by Christmas 2026 following a sale to new executives and backlash over fast fashion.
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Google Chrome's Manifest V3 update ends support for popular ad blockers
Google Chrome will remove support for Manifest V2 extensions, ending many ad blockers like uBlock Origin by June 30, 2026.
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UK and EU to hold second summit on July 22 to reset post-Brexit relations
The UK and European Union will meet for a second summit on July 22, 2026, to improve ties after Brexit, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on June 16.
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French Startup Genesis AI Unveils Wheeled General-Purpose Robot Eno
Genesis AI unveiled Eno, a wheeled general-purpose robot, and plans production by late 2026 with backing from Eric Schmidt.
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Sean Penn to direct January 6 Capitol riot film starring Bradley Cooper
Sean Penn will direct and write a film on the January 6 Capitol riot, with Bradley Cooper in talks for the lead role as a police officer.
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Google launches Gemini-powered Google Home Speaker with preorder and June 25 launch
Google opened preorders today for its new Gemini-powered Google Home Speaker ahead of a June 25 release.
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China signs 26 financial institutions to digital yuan cross-border payment platform
China’s digital yuan operation centre signed agreements with 26 financial institutions to join its cross-border payment platform on June 16, 2026.
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Rockstar offers free GTA 5 upgrades to current-gen consoles and PC Enhanced edition starting June 18, 2026
Rockstar Games began offering free upgrades of GTA 5 to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC Enhanced editions on June 18, 2026.
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BBC announces 550 job cuts and programme closures in £500 million savings plan
The BBC will cut 550 jobs in news, nations, and content divisions as part of a £500 million cost-saving plan over three years.
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G7 leaders agree to coordinate critical minerals stockpiling amid China supply concerns
G7 leaders agreed on June 17 to create a platform coordinating critical minerals supply, focusing on lithium and nickel, to reduce dependence on China.
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Uzbekistan make World Cup debut against Colombia at Estadio Azteca on June 17
Uzbekistan face Colombia in their first-ever World Cup match in Mexico City today under new coach Fabio Cannavaro.
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Ubisoft releases final update for Assassin's Creed Shadows with new story and crossover content
Ubisoft launched the last content update for Assassin's Creed Shadows, concluding its story and adding crossover features ahead of Black Flag Resynced's release.
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Israeli settlers set fire to mosques near Ramallah, vandalize local sites
Israeli settlers attacked mosques in West Bank villages near Ramallah on June 17, setting fires and spraying racist slogans.
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Hillary Clinton says Biden’s 2024 re-election bid was a ‘terrible mistake’ costing Democrats presidency
Hillary Clinton criticized Joe Biden’s 2024 re-election bid as a ‘terrible mistake’ that hurt Democrats’ chances and the country.