Press review · Monday, 29 June 2026
29 June 2026
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usatoday.com Top stories ·
Iran, Houthis block 2 key global shipping routes, straining the global economy
Iran and Houthi rebels have effectively closed two key maritime chokepoints, threatening global oil prices and trade routes. Here's what it means.
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inquirer.com Top stories ·
Constituents are ‘livid’ with Fetterman after Trump convention video and other behavior, says Rep. Madeleine Dean
The Montgomery County Democrat said she was "gravely disappointed" by Fetterman's appearance in a video praising President Donald Trump.
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thefalcoholic.com Top stories ·
Tua Tagovailoa ruled out for Sunday
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businessinsider.com Top stories ·
Former Google chief scientist Jeff Dean is raising again for his new AI startup, seeking around a $50 billion valuation
Jeff Dean, former Google chief scientist, is raising another round of funding at a valuation of around $50 billion.
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thedailybeast.com Top stories ·
Trump’s 9/11 Appearance Sparks Fresh Health Concerns
One of the 80-year-old president’s most concerning physical ailments has returned.
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vsin.com Top stories ·
Top Picks from the CFB Betting Splits for Friday September 11th
Josh Appelbaum examines where smart money is leaning for Rutgers-Boston College and Missouri-Kansas.
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pokemongohub.net Tech ·
Pokémon News This Week: Pokémon Night Out, New Animated Movie, Pokopia Expansion Part 2 Trailer, New Merchandise and More | Pokémon GO Hub
After the excitement of Pokémon XP and Worlds last week, we have a slightly quieter week this week! More news about the Pokémon Night Out events in Los Angeles and London has been shared, Pokopia has released more information for part 2 of the DLC, new merchandise has been released, a new full length animated […]
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cbsnews.com Top stories ·
Fetterman appears at RNC midterm convention in surprise video, vows to work with Trump on steel
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
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hollywoodreporter.com Tech ·
Lady Gaga Welcomes First Child With Fiancé Michael Polansky
The Oscar winner and the entrepreneur are parents.
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fox5dc.com Top stories ·
Contractor admits fault for Reflecting Pool damage
Newly obtained documents revealed that the ongoing issues at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool stem from contractor mistakes rather than vandalism.
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kstp.com Top stories ·
‘They weren’t even born’: The new challenge of teaching 9/11
A million or more Minnesotans have no memories of the largest terror attack on American soil and how that changed the country they've grown up in.
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theguardian.com Top stories ·
Teen boy who clung to overturned boat for days rescued in Bering Sea
Teen and his brother and cousin, who both drowned, were fishing off Alaska’s St Lawrence Island when boat capsized
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bbc.com Top stories ·
Sweden election becomes tight race, as hard right eyes role in government
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has promised cabinet jobs for the Sweden Democrats, but the rival left-wing bloc has a narrow lead in the polls.
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mmafighting.com Top stories ·
New bodycam footage shows more of Dustin Poirier’s airport arrest, continued belligerent behavior
More footage was released showing Dustin Poirier’s airport arrest and the aftermath
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mississippifreepress.org Top stories ·
Arrest Made in the Fortune Hanging Death After Homicide Ruling, Jackson Police Say
The Jackson Police Department has arrested Jacques Ratliff in connection with the death of Tasia Fortune.
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com Top stories ·
Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline as Houthis seize strategic Red Sea island
Saudi Arabia has shut down its major East-West oil pipeline after it was attacked by drones, as the widening Iran war opened another front around one of the world’s most important energy corridors. The pipeline, which carries millions of barrels of crude across the Arabian Peninsula, was struck on Thursday in the Riyadh and Madinah regions, leaving several people injured and causing damage that is still being assessed.
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eonline.com Top stories ·
Lady Gaga Welcomes First Baby With Michael Polansky
Lady Gaga welcomed her first baby with fiancé Michael Polansky two years after the pair got engaged, according to multiple outlets.
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Pixel 11 Pro review: Google’s best pocket camera goes customisable
Solid battery life, snappy performance and quality software make for a great smaller phone with a killer camera
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9to5mac.com Tech ·
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro cases are already in stores, and not just for the new models - 9to5Mac
Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro cases and other accessories are now available in Apple Stores. Pre-orders for the new phones...
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US Open 2026 results: Alexander Zverev beats Karen Khachanov to reach final
Alexander Zverev beats Karen Khachanov at the US Open to reach a third Grand Slam final in a row and continue his bid for a second major of the year.
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mmafighting.com Tech ·
Noche UFC weigh-in results: Jean Silva is ready for Noche UFC redemption
Jean Silva takes on Jose Miguel Delgado in the main event of Noche UFC on Saturday
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pagesix.com Tech ·
Exclusive | Lady Gaga welcomes first baby with fiancé Michael Polansky
The singer previously spoke about wanting to become a mom someday.
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Man arrested in death of Tasia Fortune, Mississippi woman found hanging from tree
Mississippi police have arrested a man in the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month.
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aljazeera.com Top stories ·
Iran and Gulf states to discuss Strait of Hormuz in Oman on Monday
Iran's Foreign Ministry says the meeting in Oman is to 'promote better understanding among the countries of the region'.
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indiatoday.in Top stories ·
How Houthi capture of Bab el-Mandeb 3,000 km away could hit India hard
The Bab el-Mandeb is nearly 3,000 km from India, but a Houthi takeover could hit New Delhi where it hurts most, energy and trade. With the Strait of Hormuz already under strain, disruption at the Gate of Tears could raise oil prices and make Indian exports costlier.
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kotaku.com Tech ·
That Weird GTA 6 Backflip Has Been Pulled Off In Real Life
Turns out Jason's odd backflip is possible, if you are a skilled athlete who loves flipping
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Apple extends free iPhone satellite access for another year - 9to5Mac
Apple is extending free access to its satellite features for existing iPhone users for another year, the company revealed in a footnote to its iPhone 18 Pro press release.
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US officials declare multi-state cyclospora outbreak over
Outbreak was linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, which infected 12,882 people and led to two deaths
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abcnews.com Top stories ·
US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods
Diesel prices in the U.S. has hit yet another record, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington’s war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel
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pbs.org Top stories ·
As Trump squeezes the International Criminal Court, more countries are leaving
As the United States ratchets up the pressure on the International Criminal Court, sanctioning two more high-ranking staff members in recent weeks, a small but growing number of the global tribunal’s member states have announced they will quit the institution.
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iowapublicradio.org Top stories ·
Former Iowan reflects on surviving the Pentagon attack 25 years after 9/11
Sioux City native John Grote plans to return to the Pentagon for the 25th anniversary of 9/11. As a potential witness in the prosecution of the men accused of planning the attacks, he says he’s still waiting for justice.
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theglobeandmail.com Top stories ·
Chrétien touts Canada’s values, strength in speech at 9/11 ceremony in Gander
Former prime minister spoke at a ceremony to remember 3,000 people, including 24 Canadians, who were killed on Sept. 11, 2001
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si.com Top stories ·
Red Bandanna Game: Why Boston College vs. Rutgers Is About Far More Than Football
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the Eagles and Scarlet Knights will meet in an emotional matchup to honor Welles Crowther, “the Man in the Red Bandanna.”
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Lady Gaga and fiancé Michael Polansky spotted with newborn baby for first time: See the pics
Page Six confirmed Friday that the singer and her partner recently welcomed their first child.
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New bill introduced in Congress could lower workweek to 32 hours
Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Mark Takano introduced a new bill aiming to shorten the standard workweek from 40 to 32 hours. Here's how it would work.
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Parasitic outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce is over: CDC
A parasitic outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has been declared over, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Friday.
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Triplet brothers carry on father's FDNY legacy after 9/11
The triplet sons of an FDNY firefighter who responded to the Sept. 11 attacks are following in his footsteps and honoring the legacy he left behind.
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How US leaders remembered the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks
Trump drew parallels to the US's present-day war against Iran, while figures like Abdul El-Sayed called for inclusivity.
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stereogum.com Top stories ·
Pink Responds To Backlash Over Sharing Anti-Macklemore Post About Israel
Pink has been catching heat after resharing an Instagram post that criticized Macklemore’s pro-Palestine performance at Ed Sheeran’s concert. Today, the pop singer made a lengthy statement responding to the backlash, saying that “Palestinians deserve a future that honors their humanity and their aspirations” but “Hamas is a terrorist organization.” In the statement, Pink says…
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borderlands.2k.com Tech ·
Loveless, SP2, BP5 out now | Borderlands 4
It's a huge day for Borderlands 4—here's all the new free and paid content going live alongside the Version 1.10 update!
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sports.yahoo.com Top stories ·
Is The Writing On The Wall For Tua Tagovailoa? Falcons QB Situation Takes Wild Turn
It was mere days ago that Tua Tagovailoa was named the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. Now, with the Week 1 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers just on the horizon, the former Miami Dolphins quarterback’s future with the Falcons could be entirely in jeopardy. His start in Atlanta has been nothing short of tumultuous, […] The post Is The Writing On The Wall For Tua Tagovailoa? Falcons QB Situation Takes Wild Turn appeared first on HEAVY.
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Republican senator fires aide who used Nazi soldiers as Facebook profile picture
Washington Post report also reveals Jon Husted staffer Stephen Woytek created pro-Rhodesia playlist on Spotify
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Hugging Face CEO on Anthropic researcher's AI warning: 'Like asking your AC guy about climate change'
"Sorry, but asking Jacob about AI extinction risk is like asking your AC guy about climate change," Hugging Face CEO Clement Delangue wrote on X.
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foxnews.com Top stories ·
Taylor Townsend wins US Open doubles final, praises black 'representation'
Taylor Townsend's victory speech at the US Open women's doubles final sparked debate after she highlighted race and representation at the podium.
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6abc.com Top stories ·
Action News' Walter Perez reflects on covering 9/11 25 years after attacks
Standing together 25 years later, Walter Perez and his former photographer reflected on the destruction they witnessed.
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actionnetwork.com Top stories ·
Rutgers vs Boston College Prediction, Odds, Picks Today: College Football Week 2
Read Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Boston College Eagles predictions, picks and odds in our college football betting preview for Friday, Sept. 11.
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US Open semi-finals 2026 recap: Alexander Zverev beats Karen Khachanov to reach final
Top seed Alexander Zverev defeats Karen Khachanov and will play either Frances Tiafoe or Ben Shelton in Sunday's US Open final.
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sbnation.com Top stories ·
The Clippers got the feds watchin’
The Kawhi Leonard scandal landed the Clippers in the federal government’s crosshairs
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ign.com Tech ·
T-Mobile Is Already Teasing Its Apple iPhone 18 "On Us" Promotion Ahead of the Official Preorder Launch
Start using the latest and greatest iPhone without paying the steep MSRP up front.
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abc7.com Top stories ·
Jury acquits rapper Lil Durk of all charges in 2022 murder-for-hire case
A jury found rapper Lil Durk not guilty of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot that resulted in the death of a man near the Beverly Center in 2022.