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Zach Eflin makes early exit from Phillies’ sweep-spoiling 9-3 loss to Nationals

WASHINGTON — Until a few days ago, the Phillies didn’t know for sure if Zach Eflin would be able to pitch Sunday.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jun 19, 2022

In the Solomon Islands, Wong takes first tentative steps in repairing a strained relationship

Foreign Minister Penny Wong was no doubt expecting a cooler reception than her three previous visits to the Pacific when she touched down in Honiara last Friday. The Solomon Islands government website had not even listed the Australian minister’s visit – but it did note the first visit of a…

The Conversation · Jun 19, 2022

Pence could be subpoenaed by Jan. 6 committee, Schiff says

WASHINGTON — Former Vice President Mike Pence could be subpoenaed to testify to the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, Rep. Adam Schiff said on Sunday.

Tribune News Service · Jun 19, 2022

Hoskins delivers in the 10th inning in 2-1 win over Nationals; Nola brilliant for 8 innings

WASHINGTON — For two and a half weeks, as the Phillies pumped life back into their season, the bats were the defibrillator. But some of the paddles needed to be recharged Saturday.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jun 19, 2022

Subtle diplomatic dance

Last week's visit to the kingdom by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was seen as underscoring Washington's recognition of Thailand as a significant player in the region's security.

Bangkok Post · Jun 19, 2022

The men-only gym raising thousands to combat male suicide epidemic

The Training Club, in Washington, Tyne & Wear, which is the UK’s only personal training gym that is male-only, raised the money across International Men’s Health Week

Daily Mirror · Jun 18, 2022

Bernie Sanders’ latest Chicago visit tries to boost progressive agenda and congressional candidates

CHICAGO — Two-time presidential contender Bernie Sanders revved up a crowd Saturday in Humboldt Park to promote his populist agenda, pitch progressive ideals and endorse two Democratic congressional contenders from Chicago in hopes they will join him in Washington, D.C., next year.

Chicago Tribune · Jun 18, 2022

Washington police arrest man over alleged threats agaisnt Pride event, LGBTQ people

Police in Oak Harbor, Washington, arrested a 27-year-old man on Friday after he made violent threats against a Pride event in a nearby city, authorities said.

Tribune News Service · Jun 18, 2022

Poor People's Campaign rallies in Washington to mobilize low-income voters

A few thousand activists, advocacy groups, and religious leaders protested in Washington, D.C., on Saturday. They are calling for what they say is a Third Reconstruction.

WEKU · Jun 18, 2022

‘The Lazarus Heist’ Is the Gripping Story of North Korean Cybercrime

Worryingly, Washington’s concern does not rise to the level of the danger.

Foreign Policy · Jun 18, 2022