Press review · Friday, 20 June 2025
20 June 2025
Single reports
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Microsoft to cut up to 9,000 jobs as it invests in AI
The US tech giant will axe 4% of its global workforce and plough money into artificial intelligence.
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abcnews.go.com Top stories ·
RFK Jr. wants everyone to use wearables. What are the benefits, risks?
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. said he wants to encourage all Americans to use wearables to track health metrics. What are the benefits and drawbacks?
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espn.com Top stories ·
Liverpool's Jota dies in car crash - Civil Guard
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died alongside his brother, André Silva, in a car crash near Zamora, Spain in the early hours of Thursday morning, the Civil Guard told the Associated Press.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
House advances Trump's massive agenda bill after fiscal hawks cave
Congress has advanced procedural vote on President Trump's "big, beautiful bill," while contending with GOP factions and razor-thin majorities.
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skysports.com Top stories ·
Diogo Jota tribute: Liverpool forward who died in car accident was an inspiration in how he rose to the top
Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has died in a car accident in Spain at the age of 28. Adam Bate pays a personal tribute to a popular player who rose from obscurity in his native Portugal to win all there was to win in English football
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ft.com Top stories ·
Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss pause to US weapons deliveries in call
Ukrainian president also expected to raise subject of future arms sales during planned talks on Friday
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newrepublic.com Top stories ·
Trump’s Threat to Jail Foes Darkens, Prompting Epic Retort from Zohran
As New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani responds sharply to Trump’s threats against him, an immigration expert explains what it would look like if Trump acts on those threats—and why we’re all at risk.
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newsweek.com Top stories ·
"Dangerous" US halt to Ukraine aid could see Russian battlefield gains
The White House said the decision to halt some weapons deliveries to Kyiv was made "to put America's interests first."
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Trump's big spending bill heads to final vote in US House
Donald Trump wants the huge tax and spend bill passed by Friday - when the US celebrates Independence Day - but it has been held up in Congress.
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people.com Top stories ·
7 People Missing After 'Tragic' Explosion at California Fireworks Facility
Seven people remain missing following an explosion at a fireworks facility in Esparto in Yolo County, California, on the evening of Tuesday, July 1, authorities have confirmed.
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espn.com Top stories ·
Liverpool's Diogo Jota dies in car crash - police
Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died alongside his brother, André Silva, in a car crash near Zamora, Spain in the early hours of Thursday morning, local police told the Associated Press.
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indycar.com Top stories ·
Special (De)Livery: Mid-Ohio
Kyle Kirkwood and Andretti Global will honor Honda's major presence in Ohio and the one-year anniversary of the hybrid power unit in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES with this special livery this weekend at Mid-Ohio. Check out some of the other one-off looks coming this weekend in this new feature at INDYCAR.com!
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espn.com Top stories ·
Dodgers 5-4 White Sox (Jul 2, 2025) Game Recap - ESPN
Expert recap and game analysis of the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago White Sox MLB game from July 2, 2025 on ESPN.
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lemonde.fr Top stories ·
Trump halts delivery of some US missiles to Ukraine, a wake-up call for Europeans
Major cities will be more vulnerable to Russian bombardment due to the freeze on US aid for the most crucial anti-aircraft defenses. The Europeans are not in a position to quickly fill the gap in Kyiv's arsenal.
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kyivindependent.com Top stories ·
US halts Ukraine-bound weapons already staged in Poland, WSJ reports
The shipment includes over two dozen PAC-3 Patriot missiles, more than two dozen Stinger air-defense systems, Hellfire air-to-ground missiles, and over 90 AIM air-to-air missiles intended for use with Ukraine's F-16 fighter jets, according to U.S. administration and congressional officials cited by the Wall Street Journal.
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thecity.nyc Top stories ·
Trump’s Homeland Security Council Sets Its Sights on Zohran Mamdani
“The Department of Homeland Security has authorities that have never been utilized before,” Secretary Kristi Noem told the group.
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oregonlive.com Top stories ·
Hundreds of Oregon Department of Transportation workers will receive layoff notices next week
“I know this is shocking, scary and frustrating for every single one of you,” ODOT Director Kris Strickler told agency employees in an email.
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gothamist.com Top stories ·
Trump questions Mamdani’s citizenship after NYC mayoral primary win
The president called Mamdani a “communist” and praised Mayor Eric Adams.
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brightsideofthesun.com Top stories ·
The Phoenix Suns just watched their former number one pick join a division rival
The Suns drafted him first, and now they’ll face him in purple and gold.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Jan. 6 defendant sentenced to life in prison for plotting to kill FBI special agents who investigated him
President Donald Trump's mass pardon of Jan. 6 rioters did not apply to Edward Kelley's separate plot to murder law enforcement officials, the Justice Department said.
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ft.com Top stories ·
China hits out at Donald Trump’s trade deal with Vietnam
US president’s focus on punishing ‘trans-shipment’ of goods draws Beijing’s ire
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pbs.org Top stories ·
Ancient DNA shows genetic link between Mesopotamia and Egypt, researchers find
Earlier archeological evidence has shown trade links between Egypt and Mesopotamia, as well as similarities in pottery-making techniques and pictorial writing systems. While resemblances in dental structures suggested possible ancestral links, the new study clarifies the genetic ties.
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pravda.com.ua Top stories ·
US State Department denies halting all military aid to Ukraine: This is just one situation
US State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce has said that the United States has not suspended all arms supplies to Ukraine and that the Pentagon’s decision the day before was just “one situation”.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
U.S. lifts chip software curbs on China amid trade truce
The U.S. government has rescinded its export restrictions on chip design software to China, U.S.-based Synopsys announced.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Diddy's dream team avoided 'disaster' with one key move, OJ Simpson attorney says
High-profile attorneys Teny Geragos and Marc Agnifilo, dubbed the "dream team," secured Sean "Diddy" Combs' acquittal on sex trafficking charges after a federal trial.
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foxbusiness.com Top stories ·
Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell to immediately resign: ‘Too late’
In the latest escalation in the feud between President Donald Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell, the president called for Powell to "resign immediately."
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budgetlab.yale.edu Top stories ·
Distributional Effects of Selected Provisions of the House and Senate Reconciliation Bills
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Trump’s megabill advances in the House after GOP divisions nearly derail it
The vote to begin final debate marks a win for Republican leadership seeking to deliver on Trump's second term policy agenda.
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nypost.com Top stories ·
Trump urges House to vote on the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ amid standstill: ‘What are the Republicans waiting for?’
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who’s been working to get the holdouts onboard, indicated that he’s willing to keep the rules vote open for “as long as it takes.”
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usmagazine.com Top stories ·
Journalist Calls Diddy 'Bored Billionaire Sex Addict' Post-Trial
Journalist Touré described Sean Diddy Combs as 'a bored billionaire sex addict' during an ABC News appearance following Diddy’s trial verdict
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npr.org Top stories ·
Haiti's gangs have 'near-total control' of the capital, U.N. says
An estimated 90% of the capital Port-au-Prince is now under control of criminal groups who are expanding attacks not only into surrounding areas but beyond into previously peaceful areas.
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Del Monte files for bankruptcy as its canned fruit and vegetable sales slide
Del Monte Foods is filing for bankruptcy protection. The 139-year-old company is best known for its canned fruits and vegetables, which have seen sales slide as consumers seek healthier and cheaper options.
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msnbc.com Top stories ·
Trump's sadistic joke about alligators eating immigrants has a long history
Jim Crow-era propaganda often portrayed African Americans as "alligator bait."
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Seven missing after powerful explosion at California fireworks facility as evacuation orders remain in place
California fireworks facility explosion injures two, leaves seven missing and over 150 customers without power as firefighters deem the site too dangerous to enter for search operations.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Trump calls out Republican holdouts as House procedural vote on megabill remains open: ‘Costing you votes!’
President Donald Trump early Thursday called out Republicans who were still refusing to get behind a House procedural vote on the "Big Beautiful Bill."
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blockclubchicago.org Top stories ·
What To Know About The NASCAR Chicago Street Race This Weekend
The NASCAR Chicago Street Race returns for a third year. Here's a guide to the race schedule, street closures, entertainment and more.
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nhl.com Top stories ·
Misa out to ‘prove myself’ to Sharks at development camp | NHL.com
No. 2 pick in 2025 NHL Draft led OHL with 134 points last season
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mlb.com Top stories ·
Kershaw becomes 20th member of the 3,000-strikeout club
LOS ANGELES -- For every crack of the bat after Clayton Kershaw had gotten to a two-strike count, a collective groan went through Dodger Stadium.
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aljazeera.com Top stories ·
Dozens missing after ferry carrying 65 people sinks off Indonesia’s Bali
Authorities say at least four people dead and 32 missing after vessel sinks off resort island.
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wwmt.com Top stories ·
West MI representatives travel to DC for 'final' House vote on 'One Big, Beautiful Bill'
A crucial, and potentially final, congressional decision on President Trump's "One Big, Beautiful Bill" is expected to take place at any moment in Washington.
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businessinsider.com Top stories ·
Trump didn't just cut a deal with Vietnam — he was targeting China, too
President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with Hanoi that would levy 20% on imports and a 40% tariff on transshipment from Vietnam.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' stalls in House amid conservative mutiny threats
House Republican fiscal hawks have been engaged in crisis talks with President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" in danger of failing.
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
Microsoft to lay off 9,000 workers in latest round of job cuts
The tech company is laying off 4% of its workforce worldwide, in the latest round of job cuts after slashing 6,000 jobs in May.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Pound falls after Reeves tears' and 'Brave face' Kate
Chancellor Rachel Reeves crying and the cancer recovery of the Princess of Wales top Thursday's papers.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Americans at July 4th celebrations warned of lone wolf terrorist threat
Former Secret Service agent discusses enhanced security protocols for Fourth of July celebrations across the country amid escalating tensions with Iran after US military strikes.
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WATCH: Pentagon spokesperson discusses Ukraine aid halt, Iran nuclear sites at news briefing
The Pentagon’s chief spokesperson said Wednesday that the pause of weapons shipments to Ukraine is part of a review of military assistance to ensure it aligns with U.S. defense priorities.
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nbcsports.com Top stories ·
Good news, bad news for NASCAR Cup drivers ahead of Chicago Street Race
Shane van Gisbergen won in Mexico in the most recent Cup road course race.
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After US and Israeli strikes, some nuclear experts say Iran could be more dangerous
Some experts said they believe the U.S. strikes have the potential to lead to a "fork-in-the-road" moment that could result in Tehran taking an even more dangerous path.
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kpbs.org Top stories ·
Paloma Aguirre wins Board of Supervisors seat, John McCann concedes
In a statement released Tuesday night, Aguirre said District 1 residents "now have a fighter at the county Board of Supervisors who will hold the line against the Trump administration."
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jewishinsider.com Top stories ·
Columbia's Claire Shipman apologizes for leaked messages calling for removal of Jewish trustee
The acting Columbia University president said the comments ‘do not reflect how I feel’