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US–Iran Talks Scheduled in Switzerland for June 21, Says Mediator Pakistan
Talks were scheduled in Switzerland earlier in the week, but were postponed amid armed clashes in Lebanon between Israeli forces and Hezbollah.
Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz
Iranian state media reported the closure was due to violations by the United States and Israel.
Trump Admin Asks Court to Overturn Order Blocking RFK Jr’s Vaccine Panel Appointments
Government lawyers argued that the court order prevented a key vaccine panel from achieving a quorum.
How a Children’s Newspaper Delivered America’s Pledge of Allegiance
In ‘This Week in History,’ to celebrate Columbus’s landing, a former minister wrote a pledge of allegiance, which Congress officially adopted 50 years later.
Allbirds Appoints New CEO, Changes Name Again Amid Shift to AI
Former shoe brand Allbirds announced it would become an AI company in April and is now changing its name a second time as it appoints a new CEO, Nadia Carlsten.
Day in Photos: New Air Force One, Ebola at Orphanage in Congo, and Beating Retreat
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Internships Give College Grads Advantage in Job Offers, Study Finds
About 55 percent of 2026 graduates who participated in a paid internship received at least one job offer, compared with 44 percent overall.
Swalwell Ordered by FEC to Return Campaign Contributions
The former gubernatorial candidate gathered large donations up until the day he resigned from Congress, records show.
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Appeals Court Blocks Trump Admin CFPB Staff Reduction Plans
The stay that remains in effect blocks new staff reduction plans as the case makes its way through court.
Democratic Socialist Mamdani Wants Democratic Party to Move Further Left Ahead of 2028
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani said at a Brooklyn rally that Democrats will lose the White House in 2028 unless the party changes course.
US Launches Trade Investigation Into Germany Over Drug Pricing
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said that Germany reducing its spending on pharmaceuticals ‘is a serious step backwards.’
China-Made Fitness Trackers May Threaten US Security, Senators Warn
Lawmakers worry that wearable technology, such as smartwatches, may contain China-made components that could send Americans’ health data to the CCP.
FAA Extends Flight Limits at Busy NY Area Airports
Air traffic control staffing shortages have prompted federal authorities to limit runway capacity at three major travel hubs.
11 Illegal Immigrants Among 15 Suspects Held in Alleged $1.4 Million Benefit Fraud Scheme in Massachusetts
The fraudsters allegedly obtained food stamps and health and disability benefits, many via identity theft, said the Justice Department.
Jamaica in Talks to Temporarily Hold Third-Country Deportees From US
A DHS statement said the Trump administration is ‘utilizing all lawful options’ to carry out deportations.
DHS Says Alleged Ringleader of UFC Terror Plot Is a Mexican Illegal Immigrant
Homeland Security officials say alleged ringleader Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez entered the United States under the DACA program in 2014.
Hegseth Orders Review of US Force Posture in Europe, Warns NATO Laggards of Consequences
The Pentagon chief said the future of America’s NATO dues will depend on allies meeting defense spending targets under a ‘NATO 3.0’ reboot.
Knicks Accept White House Invitation After Championship Win, Owner Says
James Dolan said he is proud the team will visit the White House. Previous NBA champions have declined to visit Trump.
New Forecast Predicts Later Social Security Depletion
Penn Wharton’s analysis predicted that around only 86 percent of benefits would be payable when the fund depletes.
FBI Arrests Illegal Immigrant for Flying Drone Near World Cup Event
The suspect had a prior conviction for cocaine distribution and illegally reentered the United States two times, officials said.
