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Iran Says U.S. Strikes Make Ceasefire 'Practically Useless', Declare Strait of Hormuz Closed 'To All Types of Vessels'

The comments came after military exchanges between Washington and Tehran, in which U.S. forces carried out what they described as "self-defense strikes"

Latin Times

Watch: Empty seats and closed borders? FIFA’s high-stakes bet on a divided America

While the football elite rub shoulders in Washington, the game is hitting a physical and metaphorical wall at the US border. International teams, referees and everyday fans find it difficult to see the games which start today. What’s going on there?

Euronews

Orthographic glitterati? Press beat politicians at annual spelling bee

On a muggy Wednesday evening, a raucous crowd gathered to cheer on politicos as they competed in what has become a beloved Washington tradition. It wasn’t the Congressional Baseball Game, which was being held across town the same night. But the rivalry was no less fierce at the National Press…

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Missile barrage across Gulf puts region on edge; hopes of an Iran-US deal fade as both sides trade fire: 10 things to know

Tensions surge as the US and Iran exchange fresh military strikes. Iran targeted US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The US responded with strikes inside Iran. Regional nations condemned Iran's actions. Fears of a wider war across West Asia intensify. The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint. Diplomatic efforts…

The Times of India

'Netanyahu has gotten things wrong': JD Vance admits differences with Israel amid Iran war

Amid the rapidly evolving situation in West Asia, US vice president JD Vance has said that the United States and Israel are not always aligned, underscoring that Washington will prioritise its own interests when differences arise.

The Times of India

‘I love the inflation’: Backlash greets latest Trump comment

WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump on Wednesday brushed off concerns about consumer inflation surging to a fresh three-year high in May, on the back of soaring energy prices caused by his war in Iran.

Bangkok Post

Administration plans intensive, year-round construction schedule for Trump's triumphal arch

A new report by the National Park Service says construction of the 250-foot-high triumphal arch that President Donald Trump wants built near the Lincoln Memorial could occur 20 hours per day, year-round, as officials push to complete the project within three years

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'Children are dying,' Cuba says as US blockade hampers delivery of UN aid

The blockade, coupled with expanded US sanctions that punish companies doing business with the Cuban state, has intensified the worst economic and energy crisis on the island in over a generation.

Euronews

Washington Mom Plots Against Her HOA After They Tried to Stop Her From Building Her Kids’ Backyard Playset. The Funniest Thing Ever Happened Next.

Living in a gated community with a homeowner’s association (HOA) comes with its set of challenges. For some home buyers, they make the deliberate choice to steer clear from neighborhoods with HOAs because of the trouble that could transpire from having one. D.I. Riley (@d.i.riley), who’s from Washington, told TikTok…

The Mary Sue

Trump team unveils aggressive timeline to build his DC arch with construction happening 20 hours a day

President Donald Trump’s latest monument in Washington would need crews working every day in two 10-hour shifts if it is to be erected within three years, National Park Service plans reveal

The Independent UK

How does the Iran war end? US and Israeli leaders at odds over priorities

After weeks of US President Donald Trump insisting that a deal with Iran is just around the corner, violence has flared up again. Part of the challenge for Trump is that he and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu no longer have the same priorities. Washington wants an out from a…

France 24

Former Undocumented Immigrant Turned Police Chief in California Warns DACA Delays Are Sidelining Officers

Rodriguez, who became a U.S. citizen under the 1986 Reagan immigration reform law, recently testified in Washington during a Senate forum on DACA renewals and the proposed Dream Act

Latin Times

Donald Trump Warns Iran Will 'Pay the Price' as Peace Deal Hopes Fade

Donald Trump's promise of a peace deal with Iran remains unfulfilled as tensions escalate, marked by recent military confrontations and retaliatory strikes in the Middle East.

International Business Times UK

Only 11% of Europeans view the US as an ally, survey finds

Support for Washington has fallen to a historic low and many Europeans doubt the US would come to their defence

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The Guardian - US

Is he Bernie Sanders or Donald Trump? Protest vote complicates Graham Platner’s victory

Democrats have rolled the dice in Maine as they pursue a post-Trump future. Will it work?

The Economic Times

Trump says Iran's military 'completely defeated', warns Tehran will 'pay the price'

US President Donald Trump asserted that Iran's military has been "completely defeated," claiming its naval and air forces are virtually non-existent. He further described Iran's military as a "complete and total mess." Trump issued a stern warning, stating Tehran would "have to pay the price" if a deal with Washington…

Euronews

Trump envoy tells Tokayev he has a ‘friend in the White House’ amid US minerals push

The United States and Central Asian countries are seeking to advance investment projects in critical minerals as Washington looks to diversify supply chains for materials considered essential to national security and reduce dependence on China, which dominates much of the global market.

France 24

US, Iran exchange air strikes after Trump accuses Tehran of downing army helicopter

The US military said on Tuesday it carried out strikes on Iran after an Army helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, an incident President Donald Trump blamed on Tehran. Iran denied responsibility and vowed to respond. Washington called the attacks a “proportional response", while Iranian media reported explosions on…

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Medical Daily

Washington State Reports Active Measles Cases in 2026 as School Vaccination Exemption Rates Remain Among the Highest in the Nation — Seattle Is Watching Closely

Washington State has confirmed measles cases in 2026 amid school vaccination exemption rates that exceed the national threshold for herd immunity in multiple districts. Seattle-area health officials are on high alert.

Bangkok Post

Threats to US lawmakers spiked after Meta eased moderation: watchdog

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - From explicit calls for murder to sexual harassment, violent threats targeting US lawmakers on Facebook rocketed after tech giant Meta rolled back key content moderation policies last year, a tech watchdog said Tuesday.

International Business Times UK

Iran Reportedly Shoots Down First $52M US Apache Near Strait of Hormuz: Trump Vows Revenge While Attending Knicks Game

A US Apache helicopter was reportedly downed by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting President Trump to vow retaliation, threatening fragile diplomatic efforts in the region.

France 24

US to complete Trump's long-promised Mexico border wall by late 2027

The United States expects to complete construction of President Donald Trump's long-promised southern border wall by late 2027, Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott said on Tuesday. Speaking at an event in Washington, Scott said the reinforced barrier would extend along most of the US-Mexico border, with limited exceptions…

The Independent UK

21-year-old owner of ‘OnlyFans’ home in Washington is charged with human trafficking

Victims reportedly told police that the mansion was one of five properties used to house models and produce porn

The Times of India

'Israel may not like it but ...': US VP JD Vance says long-term deal with Iran in interest of US

US Vice President JD Vance stated Washington's Iran policy will prioritize American interests, even if they differ from Israel's. He expressed confidence in President Trump's strategy to secure a long-term settlement on Iran's nuclear program, emphasizing the US goal of preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

International Business Times UK

DC Exhibit Showcases 3.5 Million Pages of Epstein Documents, Including References to Donald Trump

The Epstein documents exhibit in Washington, DC, showcases millions of pages tied to Jeffrey Epstein, sparking political debate due to its controversial framing and references to Donald Trump.

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