Press review · Monday, 29 June 2026
29 June 2026
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nbcsports.com Top stories ·
LSU president tries to leverage current chaos into antitrust exemption
The college sports ecosystem welcomes the current chaos in part, because it justifies the ongoing effort to get an antitrust exemption from Congress.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Fiba World Cup: what to watch as Team USA and WNBA stars chase gold
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will be in action as the Americans seek their 12th World Cup title, with France looking like their top competition
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politico.eu Top stories ·
How a ‘dodgy money’ scandal hijacked Nigel Farage’s reset conference
The loss of Dan Jukes and James Orr from the populist leader’s top team represents a major blow to a party that’s trying to professionalize.
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pbs.org Top stories ·
Russian drone strikes Ukraine security service headquarters as U.S. talks on the war are expected
The air war between Russia and Ukraine has intensified as the conflict stretches toward five years since Moscow’s invasion of its neighbor.
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North Carolina becomes first state to send out mail-in ballots for US midterms
State decides to proceed hours after Trump administration asks supreme court to let it carry out proposed crackdown
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polygon.com Tech ·
Sony’s State of Play Was Overshadowed By Angry PS5 Fan Demands
The PS5 State of Play showcase was full of angry fans asking for new policies as well as the development of Destiny 3
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ign.com Tech ·
30 Open World Game Masterpieces You Need to Play - IGN30
From web-swinging superheroes and sword-swinging monster hunters to bank heists and shrine raids, these are the 30 open world masterpieces you need to play.
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nbcsports.com Top stories ·
Deion Sanders and Colorado start 1-0 with last-second win at Georgia Tech
Coming off an ugly 3-9 season in 2025, Sanders is off to a strong start in 2026 after a big win in Atlanta.
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billboard.com Top stories ·
Miley, Beyoncé, ADÉLA & More: New Music Friday Guide
Miley, Beyoncé and Adéla and lead Billboard's new music guide this week, along with more artists across genres.
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techcrunch.com Top stories ·
No little kids allowed, and other new info about Tesla's Cybercab | TechCrunch
The company says no children under 13 can ride -- even with a parent. That's more restrictive than the Model Y SUVs it's using as robotaxis.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Vance says Trump, US military have prevented ‘energy crisis’ during Iran war
Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. military protecting ships is the reason “why we have not had a worldwide energy crisis” during the war against Iran, as Tehran continues to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
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bbc.com Top stories ·
US Open 2026 LIVE: Carlos Alcaraz vs Wu Yibing, Daniil Medvedev in action - scores, radio & live text updates
Carlos Alcaraz continues his US Open title defence against China's Wu Yibing in the third round after Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula win on day six in New York - follow live.
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Tips to Know Before Playing - Onimusha: Way of the Sword Guide - IGN
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is not like other action games. It’s a game where pace matters more than anything, and where said pace can swing wildly from
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apnews.com Tech ·
Caitlin Clark helps US beat China and 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu 94-61 in women's World Cup opener
Caitlin Clark had 14 points and 11 assists to help the United States beat China, which was led by 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu, 94-61 in its women’s basketball World Cup opener.
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variety.com Tech ·
‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Casts Dobby, Ginny Weasley and Tom Riddle for ‘Chamber of Secrets’ Season 2
The 'Harry Potter' HBO series has found its Dobby, Ginny Weasley and Tom Riddle, casting Lenny Rush, Bonnie Hill and Billy Barratt in Season 2.
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6abc.com Tech ·
Lindsay Clancy trial: Judge declares a mistrial after a last-minute appeal | LIVE
A mistrial is formally declared in the Lindsay Clancy trial after a last-minute appeal by her lawyer is denied.
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wfyi.org Top stories ·
Reports of ICE surge in Indianapolis prompt congressional inquiry
U.S. Rep. André Carson has launched a congressional inquiry into reported ICE arrests in Indianapolis, as city and county officials say they've received no notice of federal operations.
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sfgate.com Top stories ·
Shooting at East Bay police station injures officer, suspect
The officer is listed in serious but stable condition.
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npr.org Top stories ·
Wesleyan president calls Trump's tax-exempt proposal 'extraordinary overreach'
The Trump administration wants to end tax-exempt status for universities with certain race-based programs. Wesleyan President Michael Roth says the plan could frighten schools.
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How Explicit Are the Sex Scenes in Exodus? It Sounds Like Mass Effect Fans Will Find Them Familiar — and No, You Can't Have Sex With the Octopus
How explicit are the sex scenes in Mass Effect-style game, Exodus? We asked the developers.
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arstechnica.com Tech ·
Once popular for attacking AI, ASCII smuggling is embraced by spammers
A once-overlooked block of unicode that's invisible to humans is gaining ever wider use.
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thedailybeast.com Top stories ·
Why Trump’s Hegseth Problem Exposes His Fatal Flaw: Author
Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon implosion is, in many ways, a story about Donald Trump, the president’s biographer argues.
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katu.com Top stories ·
Weather could affect I-5 closure timeline
ODOT's five-week I-5 Rose Quarter southbound closure starts Sept. 11, but officials flag one wildcard: weather.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Live updates: First mail ballots being sent amid challenge to Trump’s restrictions
Live updates and the latest news as the first mail ballots being sent amid challenge to Trump’s restrictions and Missouri and Maryland Democrats scored wins in state redistricting challenges.
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nbcnews.com Top stories ·
Lindsay Clancy trial live updates: Defense appeals before judge can declare mistrial
The judge said he would declare a mistrial Friday after the jury weighing the fate of Lindsay Clancy failed for the third time to reach a verdict in the case. Clancy's lawyer stepped in and said he wanted to appeal to a higher court. The judge granted him one hour to do so.
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gematsu.com Tech ·
The Grimm Reapress and the Drearytale Monster coming west in 2027 for PS5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
NIS America will release storybook adventure game The Grimm Reapress and the Drearytale Monster for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam in 2027 in the west, the publisher announced. I…
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Tesla's stock drops as Cybercab update 'underwhelms' Wall Street
Tesla's long-awaited Cybercab update failed to dazzle investors.
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cnet.com Top stories ·
Apple Is Full of Surprises. Here's What CNET Readers Anticipate Ahead of Wednesday's Event - CNET
From three new iPhone models to a Cook-Ternus reunion, here's what could go down.
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uschamber.com Top stories ·
Building a Digital Future That Works for All
America's digital future runs through communities. The U.S. Chamber is making sure it works for both.
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How much does Donald Trump care about winning the midterms? Apparently, not much at all | Jonathan Freedland
Such is the US president’s narcissism that he would see a Democratic victory as proof that he’s indispensable – meanwhile, his every decision spells calamity for voters, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland
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bbc.co.uk Top stories ·
Lindsay Clancy trial latest: Judge set to declare a mistrial - follow live
The jury failed to reach a verdict on whether Clancy murdered her children, and her lawyer was given an hour to file an emergency appeal.
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si.com Tech ·
We Simulated the 2026-27 Season 100 Times on ‘NBA 2K27.’ Here Are the Results.
What happens if you simulate the upcoming NBA season on ‘NBA 2K’ 100 times? We decided to find out for ourselves and record all the results.
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france24.com Top stories ·
France to abandon 'distorted' Mercator map projection: minister
The French foreign ministry on Friday said it plans to abandon using maps with the traditional Mercator projection of the world, backing a push by Africa to give the continent a more realistic geographical…
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news.un.org Top stories ·
El Niño is surging. Months of extreme heat could follow
Fuelled by exceptionally warm Pacific waters, the El Niño climate pattern is intensifying and has yet to peak. Forecasters are almost certain it will persist through February 2027 – with unusually warm conditions expected across much of the world in the coming months.
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Trump’s ex-labor secretary drank on job and created ‘toxic’ work environment, report alleges
Labor department report alleges Lori Chavez-DeRemer also made a staffer attend a strip club while on a personal trip
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usatoday.com Top stories ·
What led to slew of allegations against Fetterman? Senator's history
U.S. Sen. John Fetterman is facing numerous allegations about how he's handled his responsibilities in Congress. How did he get here?
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BBC Audio | Outside Source | Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel
Two people have been rescued from a tunnel in Nepal more than a week after flash flooding
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mmafighting.com Tech ·
Salahdine Parnasse: Usman Nurmagomedov fight ‘a possibility’ with UFC Paris win
Salahdine Parnasse believes a fight with Usman Nurmagomedov could happen with UFC Paris debut win.
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theverge.com Tech ·
iRobot unveils the Roomba Duo
Two become one
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cnbc.com Tech ·
Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Sandisk, Tesla, Lululemon, Quanex, AMC & more
These are the stocks posting the largest moves midday.
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nypost.com Tech ·
Lindsay Clancy defense confirms holdout juror is male — as judge erupts on lawyer in wild courtroom outburst
The jury in the case, which has garnered widespread national attention, is composed of nine women and three men.
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mocoshow.com Top stories ·
Maryland Supreme Court Clears Question 3 for November Ballot - The MoCo Show
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore issued a statement following a Maryland Supreme Court ruling that reversed lower court decisions and cleared the way for a proposed constitutional amendment to appear on […]
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Cops shoot knife-wielding man who charged at them on Brooklyn Bridge: sources
Police shot and killed a disturbed man on the Brooklyn Bridge when he lunged at an officer with a knife, ending an hours-long standoff in which he claimed he had a bomb.
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thedailybeast.com Top stories ·
Trump’s Jaw-Dropping Plan for Grift Force One Is Leaked
The president plans to use the jet for transatlantic travel despite its apparent security shortcomings.
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cnbc.com Top stories ·
Longtime host Maria Bartiromo disputes reports of Fox News termination
Maria Bartiromo, the longtime host of Fox News and Fox Business programming, has disputed reports she was fired from the cable TV networks.
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abcnews.com Top stories ·
Former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer had 'inappropriate relationship' with member of security detail, created a 'toxic' work environment: IG report
Chavez-DeRemer resigned earlier this year.
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gematsu.com Tech ·
Astonishia Story coming west on February 11, 2027 for PS5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
NIS America will release RPG remake Astonishia Story for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam on February 11, 2027 in the west, the publisher announced. It will support English text on…
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A ratings board wouldn't let Valve release a trailer. It "leaked" it instead.
I think we can't get in trouble for that now. It's like 20 years ago."
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windowscentral.com Tech ·
Windows 11 is getting a "distraction-free" experience tailored specifically for developers
Microsoft just detailed Project Zenith, a new Windows 11 experience designed for developer-class hardware. It comes with dev tools preinstalled and enables developer settings out of the box.
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npr.org Tech ·
Federal civil rights data about students is finally out. It's different under Trump
The Education Department gathers a massive tranche of civil rights data about public school students. It's now available but harder to parse than in the past.