Press review · Friday, 20 June 2025
20 June 2025
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theverge.com Tech ·
Lego’s latest buildable arcade machine is packed full of fun hidden details
Coming August 1st for $40.
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justice.gov Top stories ·
Member of Transnational Terrorist Group Charged with Soliciting the Murder of Federal Officials in Connection with Hit List
The Justice Department today announced that Noah Lamb, 24, was charged in the Eastern District of California in an eight-count indictment for conspiracy, soliciting the murder of federal officials, and other offenses in connection with his work on a hit list of “high value targets” for assassination.
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gothamist.com Top stories ·
‘I believe all the women’: Harlem responds to the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs verdict.
In the music mogul’s old stomping grounds, support was fleeting.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Rep. Eugene Vindman is 'furious' about US pause on weapons to Ukraine
Rep. Eugene Vindman is speaking out against the Pentagon's move to halt some weapon shipments to Ukraine, saying it puts "lives and territory at risk."
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abcnews.go.com Top stories ·
'Immoral': Democrat Hakeem Jeffries blasts Trump megabill in marathon speech
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is taking a last stand against Trump's agenda bill, slamming the measure in an hourslong speech and delaying a final vote.
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Supreme Court to take up state bans on trans student athletes
The Supreme Court will hear appeals from three states seeking to uphold laws excluding transgender student athletes from participation in girls' and women's sports teams
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pushsquare.com Tech ·
PlayStation Is Bringing Helldivers 2 to Xbox, Out on 26th August
Port to Xbox Series X|S confirmed
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
American teen detained in Antarctica while attempting solo flight to 7 continents
A 19-year-old pilot from the United States has been detained on an Antarctic island and charged by Chilean authorities, who say his flight to the frozen continent was unauthorized.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Supreme Court to rule on state bans on transgender students’ participation in girls’ and women’s sports
The justices dove into the ongoing debate over whether transgender girls and women can participate in student athletics.
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usatoday.com Top stories ·
Live updates: Did House pass sweeping tax bill? Trump is closing in on 'big win'
A final House vote is expected Thursday for President Trump's\u00a0second-term agenda on tax reductions, immigration enforcement and deep Medicaid cuts.
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US dollar is off to its worst start in 50 years. Here's why that matters for you.
A weaker dollar will impact everyday purchases and travel abroad, analysts said.
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kyivindependent.com Top stories ·
BREAKING: Deputy commander of Russian Navy killed in Ukrainian strike in Kursk, Russian official confirms
Major General Mikhail Gudkov also led a brigade involved in combat operations against Ukraine. His death reportedly occurred during a Ukrainian attack on a Russian command post.
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bbc.com Top stories ·
US jobs see strong growth in June with unemployment down to 4.1%
Hiring in the US defied expectations with 147,000 jobs added last month, official figures show.
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weather.com Top stories ·
National Hurricane Center Tracking Possible Tropical Or Subtropical Development Off Southeast Coast | Weather.com
The Fourth of July holiday weekend could include a subtropical or tropical depression from near Florida to off the Southeast coast. - Articles from The Weather Channel | weather.com
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ign.com Tech ·
Death Stranding 2: Why Is Sam Singing and Dancing in the Hotspring? Hideo Kojima's Nostalgic Japanese Comedy Legends Easter Egg Explained - IGN
Death Stranding 2: why is Sam singing and dancing in the hotspring? We explain Hideo Kojima's nostalgic Japanese comedy legends Easter egg.
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[UPDATE] Romero Games Employee Says 'Whole Studio' Subject to Layoffs After Microsoft Pulls Funding for New Shooter from Doom Co-Creator John Romero - IGN
Romero Games, the studio founded by Doom co-creator John Romero and Brenda Romero, has said it has been left "heartbroken" after discovering that funding for its next project has been pulled, reportedly as part of Microsoft's latest cuts, leaving the game and its team at risk.
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delawareonline.com Top stories ·
What is in the 'Big Beautiful Bill?' Trump's mega bill explained
Trump megabill explained: What's in the big beautiful bill and when would it go into effect? Here's what to know.
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cnbc.com Tech ·
AI voice startup ElevenLabs pushes global expansion as it gears up for an IPO
AI voice generation platform ElevenLabs reveals plans to be IPO-ready within five years.
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Pope Leo XIV revives centuries-old vacation tradition, bringing hope of a tourist boom to Castel Gandolfo
Pope Leo XIV will head to the lakeside town of Castel Gandolfo for his summer vacation. After 12 years of papal absence, locals are eager to welcome him.
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npr.org Top stories ·
The U.S. labor market remains solid, with employers adding 147,000 jobs last month
U.S. employers added 147,000 jobs in June as the unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%. Job gains were concentrated in health care and state and local government.
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economist.com Top stories ·
Business | Jul 5th 2025 Edition
The world this week
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eurogamer.net Tech ·
Chinese action-RPG Where Winds Meet confirmed PlayStation console exclusive
Where Winds Meet, the forthcoming action game from Chinese developer Everstone Studio, will be a console exclusive on PlayStation.
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9to5toys.com Tech ·
Land Apple's most affordable current-generation iPads as low as $284 shipped today
As we approach the 2025 4th of July holiday, we are starting to see a decent selection of deals on Apple’s latest iPad lineup and the most affordable of them all is now at least $50 off. You can land the latest 11-inch iPad A16 in all four colorways again down at $299 shipped on…
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npr.org Top stories ·
In theaters now: A post-apocalyptic thriller, a steamy noir and, yes, dinosaurs
The newest Jurassic installment is roaring into theaters. Meanwhile, Danielle Deadwyler is determined to defend her family's land in the post-apocalyptic thriller 40 Acres.
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bridgemi.com Top stories ·
Michigan rural hospitals at risk under Trump’s ‘beautiful’ bill, experts say | Bridge Michigan
The ‘big, beautiful bill’ could spell big trouble for Michigan hospitals, according to experts, who say rural facilities could be forced to scale back services or even close because of Medicaid cuts.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Rescuers search for survivors after ferry sinking near Bali, Indonesia
The ferry sank almost half an hour after leaving Ketapang port in the East Java town of Banyuwangi late Wednesday, bound for Bali's Gilimanuk port, a 30-mile trip.
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screenrant.com Tech ·
This Kojima Sequel With A 96 Metacritic Score Puts Death Stranding 2 To Shame
Not the same legendary follow-up.
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macrumors.com Tech ·
iPhone 17 Pro Max Battery Capacity Leaked
The iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature the biggest ever battery in an iPhone, according to the Weibo leaker known as "Instant Digital." In a...
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espn.com Top stories ·
The four biggest lessons of the 2025 NHL free agency first wave
Why did so many players simply re-sign instead of exploring the market? Here are 2025's hottest hockey trends.
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Hiring surged in June, defying concern about Trump's tariffs
The U.S. economy added 147,000 jobs in June, government data showed.
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northjersey.com Top stories ·
Trump megabill explained: When would big beautiful bill go into effect? What to know
Trump megabill explained: What's in the big beautiful bill and when would it go into effect? Here's what to know.
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nintendolife.com Tech ·
Donkey Kong Bananza Gets An Eight-Minute Overview Trailer
DK...Donkey Kong!
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gamesradar.com Tech ·
70 hours in, Death Stranding 2 is one of few open world games that justifies having such a huge map
Opinion | Death Stranding 2: On the Beach's repetitive delivery missions could drag, but with mastering its open world being the whole point it becomes something special
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Stock futures pop after a better-than-expected June jobs report: Live updates
Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reached record closes on Wednesday.
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politico.eu Top stories ·
EU splits weaken its hand in crunch trade talks with Trump
European capitals are pulling in different directions ahead of a decisive round of trade talks in Washington.
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Bryan Kohberger has pleaded guilty. Will that finally bring closure?
Bryan Kohberger has accepted a plea deal that keeps him from going to trial or getting the death penalty. We should pay attention to the outrage.
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Romero Games Confirms Loss of Funding for New Shooter from Doom Co-Creator John Romero, as Now-Former Employee Blames Microsoft Cuts - IGN
Romero Games, the studio founded by Doom co-creator John Romero and Brenda Romero, has said it has been left "heartbroken" after discovering that funding for its next project has been pulled, reportedly as part of Microsoft's latest cuts, leaving the game and its team at risk.
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9to5mac.com Tech ·
Two years in, Apple is now officially on Threads - 9to5Mac
It took a minute, but Apple has at last activated its official account on Threads, and it instantly picked up nearly 5 million followers.
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tipranks.com Tech ·
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npr.org Top stories ·
To kick off celebrations of America's founding, Trump travels to its heartland
President Trump will give a speech in Iowa Thursday night as the official start to a year of events marking the country's 250th anniversary. It comes at a crucial time for his domestic policy agenda.
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videogameschronicle.com Tech ·
John Romero’s next FPS has lost funding in the wake of the Microsoft cuts | VGC
Romero Games says it’s exploring its options for its unannounced FPS…
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'He wanted me in here': Trump calls Biden a 'son of a b----' in visit to 'Alligator Alcatraz'
President Trump referred to Joe Biden as a \
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Denmark pushes to suspend Hungary’s EU voting rights
Danish European Affairs Minister Marie Bjerre says Copenhagen will ramp up Article 7 proceedings against Budapest.
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Best Buy's Fourth of July Sale Has Tons of Deals on Gaming Mice and Keyboards - IGN
Hundreds of PC gaming accessories are discounted in Best Buy's Fourth of July sale, which lasts through the weekend.
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DJI gets serious about portable power
Big and portable.
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notebookcheck.net Tech ·
Alienware 18 Area-51 laptop review: Performance above all else
The redesigned Alienware 18 is proof that you don't need to be the thinnest or lightest to be sexy. Its thicker profile allows for both extra performance and features not found on most other gaming laptops including CherryMX keys, multiple PCIe5 SSD slots, and an oftentimes quieter gaming experience.
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Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath bow out: Rock's wildest frontman prepares for one last show
Rock icon and heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne is set to perform for devoted fans one last time.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
U.S. payrolls increased by 147,000 in June, more than expected
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase 110,000 in June. The unemployment rate was forecast to rise to 4.3%.
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vox.com Top stories ·
Trump’s plan to replace clean energy with fossil fuels has some major problems
The budget bill sabotages one of the biggest growth sectors of the US economy.
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9to5google.com Tech ·
Google removes Pixel 6a factory images prior to mandatory battery update
Google has promised a mandatory update for Pixel 6a in the coming days, but not before the company removes all OTAs for the phone.