"Mr. Vice President, how dare you disrespect our senator."
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass condemns Vice President Vance for referring to Sen ... Show more
Key FactsLA Mayor Condemns VP for Misnaming Senator Padilla
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Vice President JD Vance mistakenly referred to Senator Alex Padilla as 'Jose' in Los Angeles, provoking strong criticism.
- Mayor Karen Bass condemned the disrespect, highlighting Padilla's role as a key California senator.
- Padilla was forcibly detained by security during a DHS press conference while questioning officials.
- The Trump administration continues intensified immigration enforcement despite protests and opposition in California.
Mr. Vice President, how dare you disrespect our senator. You don't know his name. But yet you served with him before you were vice president and you continue to serve with him today, because the last time I checked, the vice president of the United States is the president of the U.S. Senate.— Karen Bass, Mayor of Los Angeles, responding to JD Vance's comment about Senator Padilla.
India says it will never restore Indus water treaty with Pakistan: The treaty had guaranteed water access for 80% of Pakistan's farms through three rivers ...
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Key FactsIndia Ends Indus Waters Treaty Permanently
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- India suspended its participation in the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty after a deadly terror attack in Kashmir.
- The treaty guaranteed Pakistan access to water for 80% of its farmland via three rivers originating in India.
- Home Minister Amit Shah announced plans to redirect water previously flowing to Pakistan for domestic use.
- Pakistan has warned that blocking the river water could be considered an act of war and is seeking legal recourse.
No, it will never be restored.— Amit Shah, India's Home Minister, in an interview with Times of India.
BREAKING: Mahmoud Khalil speaks out after being released from ICE detention.
"The Trump administration are doing their best to dehumanize everyone here ... Show more
Key FactsMahmoud Khalil Freed After Over 100 Days Detained
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate, was freed on bail after being held in Louisiana for more than three months.
- His detention was linked to efforts by the government to deport him due to his pro-Palestinian campus activism.
- A federal judge in Newark determined there was reason to believe Khalil's immigration charges were retaliatory.
- Khalil missed key personal milestones during his imprisonment, including the birth of his son and his graduation ceremony.
No one is illegal — no human is illegal. Justice will prevail no matter what this administration may try.— Mahmoud Khalil, after being released on bail.
Sammy Sosa Gets Rousing Ovation in First Wrigley Field Appearance in Over 20 Years
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Key FactsSammy Sosa’s Heartfelt Return to Wrigley Field
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: si.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: si.com
- Sammy Sosa made his first appearance at Wrigley Field in over 20 years to an enthusiastic fan reception.
- Fans cheered and stood during a game against the Seattle Mariners, honoring their former franchise icon.
- Sosa is set to be inducted into the Cubs Hall of Fame later in 2025 and recently served as a spring training instructor.
- He issued a public apology for past mistakes believed to involve performance-enhancing drugs, emphasizing he never broke any laws.
There were times I did whatever I could to recover from injuries in an effort to keep my strength up to perform over 162 games.— Sammy Sosa in an open letter where he apologized for some of the mistakes he made in the past.
Pascal Siakam, Pacers Dominate Thunder to Force Game 7 in NBA Finals: Indiana sent the series back to Oklahoma City for what will be the first NBA Finals Game 7 ...
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Key FactsDodgers’ Fallout from Trump Support and Immigration Raid
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: latimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: latimes.com
- The Dodgers publicly aligned with President Trump during an April White House visit despite his divisive policies.
- On Thursday, immigration officials sought to use Dodger Stadium’s parking lot for detainee processing after a local raid.
- The team denied agents access, yet the Latino-majority fanbase’s trust was deeply damaged by the incident.
- Plans to aid immigrant communities were announced but delayed following the unexpected visit by federal agents.
I just felt like I needed to do it.— Nezza, a performer who sang a version of the national anthem in Spanish and explained why she disobeyed the order to sing in English.
Military chief warns Israelis to be ready for a 'prolonged campaign' in Iran: Israel's military chief on Friday said Israelis "must be ready for a prolonged ...
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US President Donald Trump thinks there is a “substantial chance” of Iran talks, and will decide on any US action in conflict within two weeks ... Show more
Trump will decide on US involvement in Israel-Iran conflict within two weeks, White House says - live updates
Trump will decide on US involvement in Israel-Iran conflict within two weeks, White House says - live updates
At least 3 dead in North Dakota as severe weather sweeps across region: Storm chasers located two of the deceased people, officials said.
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Dr. Oz welcomes move by states to reduce migrant health coverage: Medicaid is supposed to be reserved for the most vulnerable Americans, Dr. Oz says.
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Lack of middleman between Illinois farmers and consumers limits market for fruits and vegetables
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OpinionTocqueville’s forgotten solution to America’s democratic crisis: Alexis de Tocqueville’s observations of early America reveal that civic vitality is vital for ...
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‘New Yorkers have been betrayed’: can Zohran Mamdani become the most progressive mayor in the city’s history?
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The Blackhawks have traded Joe Veleno to the Kraken in exchange for Andre Burakovsky 🔁
After selling her health care company, the billionaire is out to prove her three teams can compete with the men’s game as a real business—and she’s willing to ... Show more
Inside Washington Spirit Owner Michele Kang’s Plan To Revolutionize Women’s Soccer
Inside Washington Spirit Owner Michele Kang’s Plan To Revolutionize Women’s Soccer
I scrapped a 600,000 sq. ft. investment for my business due to tariffs: The Illinois educational toy company owner wants the Supreme Court to hear his company's ...
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Former Blackhawks star Jonathan Toews signing with hometown Jets - ESPN: Former Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews, who stepped away from hockey two years ago for ...
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Why defense and Airbus dominated this year's Paris Air Show: Airbus announced hundreds of orders at the Paris Air Show, while Boeing and others maintained a low ...
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Cops: Man shot, wounded during argument on River North street: Chicago police said a man was shot Friday evening in the heart of the city’s River North ...
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From ‘evacuate Tehran’ to ‘two weeks’: Behind Trump’s shift on Iran: Trump said he was waiting to see “whether or not people come to their senses.”
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Federal judge blocks Trump effort to keep Harvard from hosting foreign students: A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to keep ...
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A’ja Wilson with a double-double in her first game back from concussion protocol 😤
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Amid federal funding uncertainty, Illinois lawmakers add ‘safety valve’ to state budget
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Heidi Stevens: Shutting down hotline services for LGBTQ+ youth is malice by Trump administration
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I have an overseas flight booked. What do current world events mean for my travel plans?
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Matthew Boyd caught a screamer right back at him, and his dad was HYPED 😤 (via Chicago Cubs)
Blue Jays' bullpen game blows up in drubbing from White Sox: Bullpen days are what they are – a last resort that’s great when it works ...
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"Dirty work": Dieter Hallervorden shows Friedrich Merz to: Dieter Hallervorden and around 20 other people have filed a criminal complaint against Federal ...
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Key FactsMerz Faces Charges Over Controversial Middle East Comment
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
- The Chancellor described Israel's strike against Iran as necessary 'dirty work' during a G7 summit interview.
- The complaint cites Article 26 of the constitution, alleging the statement promotes aggressive warfare.
- The filing was led by Diether Dehm and about 20 co-signers, including comedian Dieter Hallervorden.
- Merz maintains his stance and favors diplomatic efforts despite coalition members criticizing his phrasing.
If a German head of government, in his exemplary role, believes he can openly and publicly violate Article 26, more people in Germany might feel encouraged to advocate for aggressive wars in the future.— Diether Dehm, former member of the Bundestag from the Left Party, explaining the rationale behind his criminal complaint against Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
State Sen. Emil Jones III to face retrial on bribery charges in 2026 — when he’ll also be up for reelection
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Trump Mobile faces steep odds, skepticism with plans for US-made smartphones: The Trump family’s new mobile phone venture promises to build its golden ...
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This moment is bigger than us!
The HBCU Week Foundation Awards Gala celebrated its sixth year, and Founder Ashley Christopher shared how it feels to gift ... Show more
Woman moved to a new city for work, strangers treated her like family: I moved 1,500 miles away to start a new job. When I arrived with my parents we connected ...
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Joe Lynn: A compassionate letter to my first-year teaching self: Whether you are in your first year of teaching or your 50th, I highly recommend you write a ...
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Gale Street Inn, known for ‘the best ribs in the city of Chicago,’ abruptly closes
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Welcome back to the lineup, Nathan Lukes! 👏
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Pakistan to nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize: Pakistan said on Saturday it would recommend U.S.
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Key FactsPakistan Proposes Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
- Pakistan officially nominated US President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, recognizing his role in reducing recent military tensions with India.
- The conflict escalated after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, retaliating for a terror attack on April 22 that killed 26 civilians.
- Trump’s diplomatic engagement with both nations was credited with securing a ceasefire and preventing a wider war between the nuclear-armed states.
- Despite reports of ceasefire violations, Pakistan maintains that Trump’s intervention was vital and calls for enforcing UN Security Council resolutions on Jammu and Kashmir.
I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do.— Donald Trump expressed his views on his chances of receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in a post on his social media platform.
Fact-checking the internet’s favorite Anthony Bourdain quote: Get the cream sauce. Have a pint at 4. The web’s favorite Bourdain quote isn’t real — but feels ...
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EPA plans to test 250 homes near Federated Metals this summer: The EPA plans to sample just over 250 homes for toxic soil, including lead, this summer primarily ...
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Missing Woman Found Alive One Year After She Disappeared: A woman from Hot Springs, Arkansas, who was reported missing more than a year ago, has been found safe ...
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Illinois football looks to cement its foothold in Chicago with events such as Illini Night at Wrigley Field
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Fireworks 2025: All the Fourth of July shows in the Chicago area: Here’s our guide to July 4 fireworks displays in the Chicago area, with shows from almost a ...
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OpinionEditorial: Mayor Brandon Johnson should not veto snap curfews: Chicago's City Council has spoken to the mayor. Aldermen want snap curfews.
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Electricity Is the New Eggs in Power-Hungry US Amid Rise of Data Centers and AI: Utility bills jumped 4.5% in the past year, almost double the gains for the ...
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OpinionCalls For Iranians to Rise Up Misunderstand Iran: Decades of meddling have left Iranians wary of foreign ambitions. Many are also too busy running for their ...
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MLBTradeRumors.com Jun 20
White Sox Willing To Include Cash In Trade Talks On Benintendi, Robert White Sox Willing To Include Cash In Benitendi, Robert Trade Talks
Toews' homecoming the right move for Jets: When it came to wondering where Jonathan Toews might resume his NHL career, the obvious answer wound up doubling ...
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‘Trump is not king’: Newsom vows to keep fighting as court rejects US President’s military overreach in LA
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Chicago White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf to be deposed in Rate Field shooting lawsuit
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It’s a goal, President Duma Boko scores against South Africa’s Moneeb Joseph’s
Billionaires need to flush the toilet, too | Pat Beall: For the privilege of accepting the effluent of the billionaires of Indian Creek Village ...
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Rare Blues Brothers Live Recording ‘The Lost Album’ Accompanies New Graphic Novel
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Jonathan Toews' one-year deal with the Jets comes with a $2M base salary and up to $5M in bonuses, per @FriedgeHNIC and @WiebesWorld ✈️
US B-2 stealth bombers on the move as Israel-Iran war rages: B-2 Spirit stealth bombers out of Whiteman Air Force Base headed out over the Pacific Saturday amid ...
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Four dozen guns, 5 body bags and a second police vehicle found in search of Boelter property
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Multiple American B-2 bombers have left the continental US for an unidentified location, Al Arabiya English has learned.
EW Jun 20
Amy Poehler spent SNL sexual harassment seminar drawing dirty pictures — then accidentally handed them in
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Trump pushes forward on mass layoffs at Voice of America: Trump pushes forward on mass layoffs at Voice of America - Americas - The Jakarta Post
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Key FactsTrump Orders Major Cuts at Voice of America
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thejakartapost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thejakartapost.com
- The Trump administration directed mass layoffs at Voice of America, sending termination notices to 639 employees.
- Kari Lake described the cuts as a necessary overhaul to align VOA's reporting with US foreign policy goals.
- Layoffs included Persian service journalists briefly reinstated following recent conflict between Israel and Iran.
- Opponents argue the reductions threaten independent journalism and allow adversaries to spread propaganda unchecked.
It is a dark day for the truth.— Senator Jeanne Shaheen, the top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, commented on the mass layoffs at Voice of America.
Italian defense minister says NATO ‘as it is’ has no reason to exist: Guido Crosetto made his comments ahead of next week’s alliance summit in The Hague.
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Key FactsItalian Defense Chief Questions NATO’s Current Role
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: politico.eu
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: politico.eu
- Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated NATO no longer has a purpose in its current form.
- He highlighted Europe's diminished global influence due to the lack of a unified foreign or defense policy.
- Crosetto insisted NATO must transform and engage with the Global South to achieve collective security goals.
- Discussions at the upcoming NATO summit include raising defense spending targets to five percent of GDP.
NATO has failed in its original mission.— Guido Crosetto, Italian Defense Minister, commented on NATO and its role in today's world.
First, Virgil Abloh changed Nike. Then he came for luxury fashion.: In her new book “Make It Ours,” Robin Givhan examines the late Virgil Abloh’s rise from ...
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Prince William celebrates 43rd birthday with puppy photo: Kensington Palace posts an image of the Prince of Wales playing with his dog Orla's litter.
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Key FactsPrince Louis Celebrated with New Birthday Portrait
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: harpersbazaar.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: harpersbazaar.com
- Kensington Palace released a new photo marking Prince Louis’s seventh birthday.
- The image was taken in Norfolk while the wider Wales family spent Easter there.
- Louis is dressed in a khaki jumper, checked shirt, and navy jeans, showing his missing teeth.
- The Royal Family’s X account shared the photo with a festive birthday message and emojis.
They helped families who were 'heartbroken, fearful of the future and often desperately isolated.'— Catherine, Princess of Wales, speaking about the support for children's hospices.
How billionaire Mark Walter, set to own the controlling stake in Lakers, made his fortune
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Nurse defrauds victims out of $112,000, claims her mum is dead and jets off to Taylor Swift
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Letters: The future of Illinois and our nation is carbon-free energy: Strengthening nuclear reliability, expanding renewables and improving grid efficiency can ...
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Pete Crow-Armstrong has quickly become one of the most dynamic players in the league 😤
Vice President JD Vance called California Democratic Senator Alex Padilla by the wrong name during a visit to Los Angeles Friday ... Show more
‘Dark day for truth’: Kari Lake slashes U.S. global media agency by 85%: Critics say layoffs at Voice of America and others threaten press freedom and U.S ...
salon.com/2025/06/21/dark-day-for-truth-kari-lake-slashes-us-global-media-agency-by-85/
Jonathan Toews is closing in on a deal with the Winnipeg Jets, per @FriedgeHNIC and @WiebesWorld ✈️
He cannot officially sign until July 1 ... Show more
Whole Hog Politics: Land of Lincoln? Not so much for Red America: On the menu: Reconciliation bill still sinking with voters; New York mayoral muddle; DNC’s ...
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