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Andy Burnham leads in Makerfield by-election amid right-wing vote split
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is contesting the June 18 Makerfield by-election, facing a divided right-wing vote between Reform UK and Restore Britain.
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US and Iran sign preliminary deal to extend ceasefire and set nuclear talks framework
The US and Iran agreed to a 60-day ceasefire extension and a framework for nuclear negotiations including reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran-US memorandum aims to end war including Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon
Iran and the US announced a peace memorandum on June 15 to end the war on all fronts, requiring Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, Iran's foreign minister said June 16.
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Russian warship fires warning shots near UK yacht in English Channel
The Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich fired warning shots near the UK-registered yacht Bright Future on June 16, 2026, in the English Channel.
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Iran and US agree on 60-day ceasefire memorandum to end four months of conflict
Iran and the United States reached a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities and establish a 60-day ceasefire, with signing set for June 19 in Switzerland.
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Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow, hitting oil refineries and causing fuel shortages
Ukraine attacked Moscow with about 180 drones on June 18, damaging oil refineries, disrupting airports, and causing fuel shortages across Russia.
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UK Court of Appeal Upholds Terrorist Proscription of Palestine Action
The UK Court of Appeal ruled June 15 that banning Palestine Action as a terrorist group under the Terrorism Act 2000 is lawful.
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Somaliland opens embassy in Jerusalem six months after Israel recognition
Somaliland opened an embassy in Jerusalem on June 15, six months after Israel recognized its independence.
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Russian artist and Putin critic Semyon Skrepetsky shot dead in Poland
Russian artist and Putin critic Robert Kuzovkov was shot dead Monday near the Belarusian consulate in Biała Podlaska, Poland.
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Dutch court sentences Syrian interrogator to 26 years for torture and sexual violence
A Dutch court sentenced Rafik A. to 26 years for crimes against humanity including torture and rape during Syria's Assad era.
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South African Jazz Legend Abdullah Ibrahim Dies at 91 in Germany
Abdullah Ibrahim, South African jazz pianist and composer, died at age 91 in Germany after a short illness surrounded by family.
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UK Court of Appeal Upholds Lawful Ban on Palestine Action Under Terrorism Act
The UK Court of Appeal overturned a High Court ruling, confirming the ban on Palestine Action is lawful under terrorism legislation.
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EU foreign ministers fail to agree on sanctions against Israel's Itamar Ben-Gvir
EU foreign ministers failed to reach consensus on sanctions against Israel's far-right Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir at June 15 meeting.
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1990 World Cup Songs 'Put 'Em Under Pressure' and 'World In Motion' Remain Iconic
Republic of Ireland's 'Put 'Em Under Pressure' and England's 'World In Motion' are still celebrated football anthems decades after their 1990 release.
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Bus crash in northern Ethiopia kills at least 28 people, injures dozens
An overcrowded bus crashed into a 100-meter ravine on June 15 in northern Ethiopia, killing at least 28-31 people and injuring dozens.
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Israeli fire kills six Palestinians in Gaza amid ceasefire talks in Cairo
Israeli strikes killed at least six Palestinians in Gaza near Jabalia and Gaza City on June 14-15 amid ongoing ceasefire talks in Cairo.
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Pakistani police officer fatally shoots Australian girl during robbery in Punjab
A Pakistani police officer mistakenly shot dead 9- or 10-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed during a robbery in Chakwal, Punjab, on Wednesday night.
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Over 100 Stanford Graduates Walk Out During Google CEO’s Commencement Speech Over Israel Contract
More than 100 Stanford graduates walked out chanting 'Free Palestine' during Google CEO Sundar Pichai's June 14 commencement address over Google's contract with Israel.
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Marius Borg Høiby sentenced to 4 years for rape and related crimes in Oslo court
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess, was sentenced to four years in prison for two rape convictions and other offenses.
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Kyiv's Pechersk Lavra monastery set ablaze amid Russian missile, drone attacks
Russian missile and drone strikes on June 15 set fire to Kyiv's historic Pechersk Lavra monastery and left 140,000 without power.
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Senator Mitch McConnell hospitalized for second time in 2026 at age 84
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell was admitted to a hospital on June 14, marking his second hospitalization this year.
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Plane crash kills pilot and 11 skydivers near Butler, Missouri
A private plane crashed near Butler Memorial Airport on June 14, killing 12 people, including 11 skydivers and their pilot.
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Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan on May 20
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit the Amami Islands in Kagoshima Prefecture at 11:46 a.m. JST on May 20, 2026.
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Six killed after two helicopters collide and crash in Rio de Janeiro parking lot
Two helicopters collided mid-air over Rio's Recreio dos Bandeirantes on June 14, killing six and causing a large fire in a parking lot.