Press review · Friday, 20 June 2025
20 June 2025
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pbs.org Top stories ·
European leaders meet with Iran's foreign minister as war with Israel rages on
It's now one full week since Israel launched a punishing campaign of airstrikes against Iran and its nuclear infrastructure. Iran has responded with its own missile strikes, but to far lesser effect. President Trump reiterated his desire to negotiate with Iran within a two-week window he set Thursday, as the U.S. marshals its forces in support of the Israeli operations. Geoff Bennett reports.
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pagesix.com Top stories ·
Anne Burrell’s husband, Stuart Claxton, seen for the first time since chef’s tragic death
Claxton — who married Burrell in October 2021 — discovered his wife’s unconscious body on the shower floor, surrounded by pills, on the morning of June 17.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Minn. senator, wife say they were shot 17 times in attack that killed fellow lawmaker
The Minnesota state senator who survived an assassination attempt last weekend says he and his wife were shot a combined 17 times — just moments before the gunman allegedly murdered another lawmaker and her husband.
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msnbc.com Top stories ·
Justice Jackson mounts a lonely crusade at the Supreme Court
This week’s Deadline: Legal Newsletter examines what a footnote can tell us about the state of play among the justices.
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newsweek.com Top stories ·
Trump rebukes Tulsi Gabbard over 'wrong' Iran nuke assessment: Live Updates
Iran and Israel trade fire for 8th day; Geneva talks end with no deal as Trump weighs possible U.S. involvement. Follow Newsweek's live blog.
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news.sky.com Top stories ·
Israel 'will not stop' attacks until Iran's nuclear threat is 'dismantled', says Israel's UN ambassador
Britain took part in discussions with Iran on Friday to find a diplomatic solution to its nuclear ambitions, but Donald Trump was dismissive about the talks, saying "Europe is not going to be able to help".
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Chelsea: Nicolas Jackson's 'stupid, stupid, stupid' red card opens door for Liam Delap
Nicolas Jackson's red card at the Club World Cup has presented new signing Liam Delap with a free run at the starting berth in the Chelsea attack.
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32 nations but only one man matters - Nato's summit is all about Trump
Higher defence spending will top the agenda when members of the Western alliance gather in The Hague.
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france24.com Top stories ·
Drone factories, camouflaged trucks: Iran releases images of Israel’s covert operation
Images broadcast by state media in Iran are shedding new light on Israel’s covert operation inside Iran before June 13, which involved the deployment of Israeli agents inside the country and the extensive…
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mprnews.org Top stories ·
‘Always had Melissa’s back’: Friends, family remember Mark Hortman as smart, funny, fierce protector
As they struggle now through their own grief, those who knew Mark Hortman say he loved mountain biking, music, his family and playing pool. He easily made friends and kept them close, and centered his life on Melissa Hortman and their kids.
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abcnews.go.com Top stories ·
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson blasts 'narrow-minded' judging on Supreme Court: ANALYSIS
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson unloaded on her Supreme Court colleagues in a series of sharp dissents, castigating a "pure textualism" approach to interpreting laws.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Voice of America parent terminates over 600 more staff in likely death knell
Kari Lake, senior adviser to the U.S. Agency for Global Media, says the USAGM is working close to its statutory minimum number of staff members.
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theglobeandmail.com Top stories ·
European leaders’ meeting with Iran leaves room for more talks, but no breakthrough
Iran’s Foreign Minister headed to Geneva for meetings with the EU’s top diplomat and counterparts from the U.K., France and Germany
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Panama declares emergency over banana region unrest
Constitutional rights are suspended for five days in the Bocas del Toro province after mass looting.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Welcome to summer: U.S. braces for first significant heat wave of the new season
For many Americans, high humidity will make it feel in the triple digits. The National Weather Service is urging people to prepare to protect themselves from the dangers of extreme heat.
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espn.com Top stories ·
Senegal women's hoops team denied U.S. visas
The prime minister of Senegal said the women's basketball team has canceled plans to train in the U.S. after visa applications of five players and seven officials were not approved.
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businessinsider.com Top stories ·
A massive trove of 16 billion stolen passwords was discovered — here's what to do
Researchers discovered a leak of 16 billion stolen passwords involving platforms like Apple, Gmail, and Facebook. Learn how to protect your accounts.
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aljazeera.com Top stories ·
A simple visual guide to Iran and its people
With a population of 92 million, Iran is the 17-th largest country in the world by population and land area.
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politico.eu Top stories ·
Israel in breach of EU deal over Gaza human rights, report signals
EU leaders will now have to decide whether there is sufficient support to take action.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Louisiana's Ten Commandments law in public schools blocked by federal appeals court
The law went into effect this year, but it’s unclear how many, if any, school districts have begun to comply as litigation could ultimately land before the U.S. Supreme Court.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Trump says he's close to 'a Deal' with Harvard, as judge grants injunction
Trump's Truth Social comments came as a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction that would continue blocking the president's efforts to bar international students from attending Harvard.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Millions of people across central and eastern US under ‘heat dome’ warning
Temperatures at or above 100F expected as extreme hot air and humidity are trapped in atmosphere
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Assisted dying set to become law in England and Wales after MPs pass bill
Terminally ill people with less than six months to live will have right to choose procedure after approval from doctors and panel
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foxweather.com Top stories ·
Hurricane Erick turns deadly in Mexico as baby found drowned in swollen river
A 1-year-old baby boy is the first confirmed death from Hurricane Erick, after the category 3 hurricane made landfall on the southwestern coast of Mexico Thursday morning.
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people.com Top stories ·
Pilot Dies in Plane Crash After Attempting to Avoid a Turtle on the Runway, NTSB Says
A private plane crashed in North Carolina on June 3, after the pilot attempted to avoid hitting a turtle on the runway, according to a newly-released NTSB report.
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bostonglobe.com Top stories ·
As Harvard notches a legal win over White House, Trump says ‘HISTORIC’ deal is close - The Boston Globe
The order from US District Judge Allison Burroughs will allow Harvard to enroll international students until the case is decided.
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Britain is one step closer to compassionate, kind death for all | Kim Leadbeater
This historic day comes too late for many who supported my bill, but I will never forget their courage and selflessness, says Labour MP Kim Leadbeater
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kut.org Top stories ·
Lawmakers urge Elon Musk's Tesla to delay Austin robotaxi launch until new safety law takes effect
The guidelines go into effect Sept. 1 and require autonomous vehicles to be authorized by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Safety experts doubt Tesla's robotaxis, set to roll out Sunday, would meet the standards.
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m.richmondfreepress.com Top stories ·
Protesters call out Sears’ silence on Medicaid cuts
Dozens of union workers, healthcare professionals and local residents rallied outside the Hippodrome Theater on Tuesday, June 17, where Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears held her election night party for the Virginia governor’s race.
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space.com Top stories ·
SpaceX traces Starship test-stand explosion to failure of pressurized nitrogen tank
"Initial analysis indicates the potential failure of a pressurized tank known as a COPV."
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Trump says his administration is working with Harvard on ‘mindbogglingly HISTORIC’ possible deal - The Boston Globe
In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said Harvard has “acted extremely appropriately during these negotiations, and appear to be committed to doing what is right.”
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Newspaper headlines: 'Victory' and 'uphill battle' for assisted dying
An historic vote which saw MPs narrowly back an assisted dying bill dominates Saturday's front pages.
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mlb.com Top stories ·
Benches clear as Tatis, Ohtani plunkings bring series HBP total to 8
LOS ANGELES -- The Padres and Dodgers just played seven games in the span of 11 days. And guess what? They’ve got beef. With these two teams, did you honestly expect anything else? Sparks flew again on Thursday at Dodger Stadium, where the Padres salvaged the series finale with a
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vulture.com Top stories ·
We’re One Step Closer to a BTS Reunion Tour
Suga is the seventh and final member to complete his mandatory military service.
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abc15.com Top stories ·
'You have to compromise': Senate Republicans reveal budget negotiated with Gov. Katie Hobbs
Republicans in the Arizona Senate and House agree on a number of spending priorities, but their budget proposals remain far apart.
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slate.com Top stories ·
In a Stunning Critique, Ketanji Brown Jackson Nails One of This Court’s Worst Traits
The court is contorting the law to favor big business while locking out the most vulnerable, the newest justice wrote.
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WATCH: Trump says Gabbard and U.S. intelligence are 'wrong' about Iran's nuclear plans
Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, told lawmakers in March that U.S. spy agencies believed that Iran hadn’t made a decision to build a nuclear weapon. Speaking to reporters after touching down in New Jersey, Trump was asked about that assessment and responded, “Then my intelligence community was wrong.”
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espn.com Top stories ·
Angels without Washington due to health reason
Angels manager Ron Washington will be out indefinitely due to a health concern, general manager Perry Minasian told reporters Friday. Bench coach Ray Montgomery will manage the team in the interim.
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usatoday.com Top stories ·
From tax on tips to SALT deductions: Senate tweaks bring change to Trump's big tax bill
The Senate's version of the One Big Beautiful Bill takes the shine off some of Trump's most popular promises. Here's why.
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Senegal women's basketball training in US cancelled after visas rejected
Players will train in Dakar instead "in a sovereign and conducive setting", says the prime minister.
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Opinion | The Latino community has rightly dialed up the pressure on the L.A. Dodgers
It’s clear that the Dodgers, accused of a silence that amounted to betrayal, could no longer stay quiet.
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Federal judge orders release of Mahmoud Khalil from Ice detention
Columbia graduate to be freed from Louisiana jail after judge rules he is ‘not a danger to the community – period’
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Prospects for diplomacy dim after Trump rejects Europe's efforts on Iran: ANALYSIS
Donald Trump says his two-week window will let Iranians "come to their senses."
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houstonpublicmedia.org Top stories ·
Biden attends Juneteenth ceremony in Galveston, marking 160th anniversary | Houston Public Media
Former President Joe Biden's arrival to the historic Reedy Chapel Thursday evening was met with cheers, song and dance. He attended a Juneteenth ceremony inside of the church, sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with event organizers and religious leaders.
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deadline.com Top stories ·
Donald Trump’s Two-Week Notice: Late-Night Hosts Have Fun With President’s Favorite Measure Of Time
Donald Trump said he'll wait two weeks before deciding on next U.S. move in Israel-Iran conflict; late-night hosts had fun with his favorite measure of time.
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al.com Top stories ·
Trump blasted for ‘too many non-working holidays’ post: ‘The laziest president in history’
Critics pointed out that Trump has taken the equivalent of more than four weeks to go golfing.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
'She's wrong': Trump says Tulsi Gabbard incorrect about Iran not having nuclear weapon capabilities
President Donald Trump and his Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, have found themselves at odds on whether Iran is close to being able to build a nuclear weapon.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Kroger's shares rise as grocer says shoppers seek lower prices, cook more at home
The supermarket operator said it's trying to attract value-driven shoppers with coupons
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clickondetroit.com Top stories ·
Cybersecurity experts warn users to change passwords now
An urgent warning has been issued following a massive data breach that affects billions of online accounts. Reports indicate that 16 billion passwords have been compromised, with many users likely having at least one of these passwords. This breach also includes government accounts.
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economist.com Top stories ·
MAGA devotees are split over going to war with Iran
A fight over what America First means and who gets to define it