Press review · Monday, 29 June 2026
29 June 2026
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
U.S. has entered deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves, Trump says
Trump is facing increasing pressure as the midterms loom and gas prices have spiked because of the war with Iran, which the U.S. and Israel started six months ago.
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boston.com Top stories ·
Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar signs richest deal in NHL history at $163.2 million over 8 years
Cale Makar and the Avalanche agreed to a $163.2 million, eight-year extension that will make him the highest-paid player in NHL history.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Tennessee moves to rename Nashville airport for Dolly Parton days after beloved icon's death
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced plans to rename Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton following a petition with over 155,000 signatures.
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texastribune.org Top stories ·
Abbott blocks state agencies from spending money on Flock cameras
The order came as The Texas Tribune was preparing to publish an investigation detailing how a state agency has devoted at least $30 million to building the state’s Flock surveillance network.
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abcnews.com Top stories ·
Judge rejects President Trump's attempt to move his criminal hush money case to federal court
Trump was convicted of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to a $130,000 hush payment to Stormy Daniels.
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thedailybeast.com Top stories ·
Trump’s Record of Deluded War Boasts Comes Back to Bite Him
On the six-month anniversary of the start of the U.S. conflict with Iran, there is still no end in sight.
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Tibet-Nepal floods: Shocking footage isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there
Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China.
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deadline.com Top stories ·
Box Office: 'Spider-Man' No. 1, 'Coyote Vs. Acme' $12M+, 'Dog Stars' Tanks
Spider-Man: Brand New Day' looking like $20M No. 1 weekend while 'Coyote vs. Acme' is $12M-$14M while 'Dog Stars' is $8M.
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apnews.com Top stories ·
Measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania spark fight among politicians and health officials
The recent announcement of Pennsylvania’s first measles-related deaths in decades has ignited a public feud among politicians and health officials who disagree over the role of the contagious disease in the fatalities.
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Trump administration appeals latest ruling blocking his mail voting order from taking effect
The Trump administration is appealing a judge’s decision that blocked an executive order limiting mail voting before the midterm elections.
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6abc.com Top stories ·
'I am an innocent man': Jerry Sandusky speaks from prison ahead of court hearing | EXCLUSIVE
Sandusky spoke exclusively with Investigative Reporter Chad Pradelli by phone from state prison in Somerset County.
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DOJ sues 4 states that allow some noncitizen residents to qualify for in-state tuition at universities
The Justice Department filed lawsuits seeking to block laws in four states that allow residents without citizenship to qualify for in-state tuition and financial aid.
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globalnation.inquirer.net Top stories ·
Europe’s monarchs, world leaders mourn Norway’s King Harald
Thousands of people gather at a makeshift memorial to pay tribute to King Harald V of Norway who passed away, at the Royal Palace square in Oslo on Aug. 28, 2026. King Harald V of Norway, who died on
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movieweb.com Top stories ·
Prime Video's New 124-Minute Dystopian Action Thriller Remains One of the Biggest Hits in the World
'The Running Man' and 'The Hunger Games' collide in Prime Video's latest action smash.
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
At the FBI, a history of hiring prostitutes or stealing from employer may no longer be a barrier to being hired
In June, the FBI quietly lowered some of the standards it uses when it conducts background checks on would-be federal agents and other personnel.
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Trump administration starts border wall project in Arizona over tribe's objections
The Tohono O’odham Nation says armed federal agents accompanied contractors who trespassed on tribal land this week as they began construction of an Arizona section of a border wall
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Trump says US has entered deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves
President Donald Trump says the U.S. has entered an agreement with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of the South American country’s oil reserves.
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pbs.org Top stories ·
Trump loses again in bid to erase his hush money conviction
It is the third time Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein has blocked Trump from having the U.S. District Court in Manhattan seize control of the case from the New York court where he was tried and convicted.
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nhl.com Top stories ·
Makar signs record 8-year, $163.2 million contract with Avalanche, worth $20.4M annually | NHL.com
Defenseman, 2-time Norris Trophy winner, has richest deal, AAV in history
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Judge again rejects Trump's bid to erase his New York hush money conviction
A federal judge has again blocked President Trump's bid to erase his hush money conviction in New York.
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federalnewsnetwork.com Top stories ·
Trump officially plans for civilian federal pay freeze in 2027 | Federal News Network
The alternative pay plan that the White House issued this week carves out exceptions to give larger raises to federal law enforcement and military personnel.
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mprnews.org Top stories ·
Opening day at 2026 Minnesota State Fair sets record
The Minnesota State fair saw 155,185 people attend opening day.
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sfgate.com Top stories ·
OpenAI and Anthropic are ruining San Francisco
SF chief economist warns of an 'uptick in evictions' as AI companies wreck the city.
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frontofficesports.com Top stories ·
Good Good CEO Says He Didn’t See Controversial Ad Before it Aired
Good Good CEO Matt Kendrick tells Front Office Sports he didn’t see the controversial ad showing a man pushing a woman down before it aired.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Pregnant women among those sickened in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
One father in the epicenter of the outbreak said his infant son died after his pregnant wife, infected with measles, went into labor a month early.
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scmp.com Top stories ·
US Treasury sanctions Hong Kong-based firm over Iran money laundering ties
Kameng Trading Ltd allegedly acted as front company to help Iran’s Pedram Pirouzan Exchange House access international financial system.
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ctinsider.com Top stories ·
Clancy prosecution expert ‘no longer employed’ by children’s health system
Nemours Children’s Health confirmed psychiatrist Avram Mack, who testified as a prosecution expert in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial, is "no longer employed."
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sports.yahoo.com Top stories ·
2026 Fantasy Football Draft Kit: Strategy, cheat sheets, mock drafts, rankings — everything you need to win your league
Fantasy football draft season is upon us. The team at Yahoo has everything you need to know to prep for the 2026 season.
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nbcsports.com Top stories ·
Federal appeals court rules that states can regulate betting markets
The legal odyssey regarding prediction markets vs. gambling continues.
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wowt.com Top stories ·
1 in custody after Douglas County incident at Westview High School
Douglas County Authorities were able to locate the student who brought a firearm to Westview High School, prompting a lockdown on Friday.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Milo Yiannopoulos, a far-right political commentator, detained by ICE
A former editor of Breitbart News, Yiannopoulos has also served as an intern for Marjorie Taylor Greene
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usatoday.com Top stories ·
Lettuce-linked parasite confirmed in 3 new states. See outbreak map
The outbreak specifically tied to recalled lettuce, so far, has grown to include three new states. See where, updated map of all affected states.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Lindsay Clancy jury enters 2nd day weighing if psychosis drove killings of children
Jurors deliberate for a second day Friday in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, weighing the defense's argument that she was in the grip of postpartum psychosis against the prosecution's case that "knew the difference between right and wrong" when she killed her three children.
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Trump's having a midterm party. But it may not be a hot ticket
“If I was in office running for re-election I would not be taking time going to Texas,” said former Michigan GOP Rep. Fred Upton
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fortune.com Top stories ·
'We have work to do': Fed Reserve Chair Warsh suggests rate hike in coming months amid high inflation | Fortune
Warsh says recent reports on inflation coming down does not tell him "underlying trends have meaningfully improved."
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Potential security threat prompts US travel suspension for border city on alert
The U.S. Embassy suspended travel to Mexicali after a reported threat by Los Rusos against law enforcement, just days after a massive fentanyl seizure.
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Good Good Golf's very bad, bad week amid backlash over Callaway ad
Good Good Golf will no longer sponsor an upcoming PGA tournament, while Callaway said it has ended its partnership with the company.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Illegal immigrant tuition perks put 4 states in Trump DOJ crosshairs
Arizona State University gave 432 illegal immigrants in-state tuition in Fall 2025, totaling $10.5 million in reduced costs, the Justice Department alleges.
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Trump says he'll visit Pentagon, not NYC, to commemorate 25 years since 9/11
The White House said President Trump will "pay tribute to the brave first responders who put their lives on the line."
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Cale Makar, Avalanche agree to 8-year, $163.2 million contract extension
Makar is one of 14 NHL players ever to have won multiple Norris Trophies as the league's top defenseman.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Viral video of homeless encampment around city of Berkeley sparks safety concerns from parent
A viral video shows a homeless encampment near UC Berkeley student housing in Albany, California, sparking debate over campus safety and city responses.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Milo Yiannopoulos arrested by ICE
The far-right commentator and self-described internet troll was arrested at the airport in New Orleans after “failing to show up for his immigration hearing” in July, according to DHS.
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Judge will hear recantation of sexual abuse claim against ex-Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky
A judge has granted a hearing to explore claims that a man wants to recant allegations of sexual abuse years ago by Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
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bleacherreport.com Top stories ·
Rays' $2.3B Stadium Deal Approved, Opening Day Teased After City Council Vote
The Tampa Bay Rays' proposed $2.36 billion ballpark deal was approved following a vote by the Hillsborough County Commission on Friday.
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dallasnews.com Top stories ·
Who is securing Trump’s Dallas convention
Officials warn of traffic and transit disruptions as they prepare for protests, heat emergencies and potential threats.
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ms.now Top stories ·
Trump’s CIA director delivered secret, urgent messages to Moscow
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met secretly with Russian officials in Moscow this week to discuss NATO, Ukraine and Iran.
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realtor.com Top stories ·
Tracking Tropical Storm Dolly: Where It Will Hit and Which Homeowners Should Prepare
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed over the South-Central Atlantic, but its intensity and when it will hit U.S. homeowners seems clear.
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aljazeera.com Top stories ·
President Donald Trump signs order creating US Space Academy
The president said graduates of the new academy would serve the US Space Force, NASA and the civilian flight industry.
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What you need to know about updated COVID vaccines following FDA approval
This week, the Food and Drug Administration approved updated vaccines to protect against the latest strain of the virus. Here's what you need to know.
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DHS names DOGE staffer as next CIO | Federal News Network
DHS's next CIO is expected to be Kyle Schutt, a DOGE team member who was detailed to multiple agencies, including CISA and FEMA.