Key FactsTensions Persist Despite Israel-Iran Ceasefire Deal
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
- President Trump condemned Israel for launching major strikes on Tehran immediately after agreeing to the ceasefire deal.
- Israel’s Defence Minister authorized ongoing high-intensity attacks targeting Iranian regime assets in response to alleged missile launches.
- Iran denied firing missiles and claimed Israeli assaults persisted beyond the ceasefire’s start time.
- The ceasefire announcement was largely welcomed globally as a potential turning point toward ending the prolonged conflict.
Israel, do not drop those bombs.— Donald Trump speaking to reporters before leaving for the NATO summit in The Hague.
Trump demands 'everyone' keep oil prices down after U.S. attacks Iran: A Trump administration official said the administration will remain in ...
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Key FactsOil Price Surge Challenges Fed’s Inflation Control
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: businessinsider.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: businessinsider.com
- US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites triggered a sharp increase in global oil prices.
- Sustained higher energy costs could complicate the Federal Reserve’s inflation outlook.
- The Fed has kept interest rates steady this year despite President Trump’s calls for reductions.
- Experts highlight risks of stagflation due to combined effects of tariffs, immigration policies, and rising oil prices.
EVERYONE, KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN. I'M WATCHING!— Donald Trump demands in a post on Truth Social that oil prices stay low.
Lt. Gov. Patrick rips Gov. Abbott for vetoing THC ban: The clash marks a rare break between two of the most powerful Republicans in Texas after a legislative ...
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Key FactsAbbott Blocks THC Ban, Plans Regulation Instead
Jun 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: texastribune.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: texastribune.org
- Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a total ban on consumable THC products and called for a special session to focus on regulation.
- The rejected bill aimed to prohibit all edible hemp products containing any THC, including delta-8 and delta-9 variants.
- Abbott cited constitutional challenges and federal law conflicts, warning the ban would likely fail in court and delay safety solutions.
- Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick strongly opposed the veto, as the ban was among his top legislative priorities over 17 years.
Texas must enact a regulatory framework that protects public safety, aligns with federal law, has a fully funded enforcement structure and can take effect without delay.— Greg Abbott stated this in a statement explaining his veto.
Jay Z + Paris + Juneteenth Weekend = Pure Insanity
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Iran fires missiles at US base in Qatar, Doha says attack intercepted, no casualties
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Trump thanks Iran for early notice on Qatar attack, says it helped prevent casualties
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President Donald Trump coming to Iowa to kick off nation’s 250th anniversary celebration
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Key FactsTrump Launches 250th US Independence Celebration in Iowa
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thegazette.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thegazette.com
- Donald Trump will hold an event on July 3, 2025, at the Iowa State Fairgrounds to kick off America’s 250th independence anniversary celebration.
- The gathering is scheduled exactly one year and one day before the official 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026.
- In 2023, Trump proposed a Great American State Fair featuring all 50 states, planned to be hosted at the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
- No official confirmation exists regarding cooperation between Trump’s team and Iowa officials for the 2026 anniversary event.
It’ll be something. The Great American State Fair will showcase the glory of every state in the union, promote pride in our history and put forth innovative visions for America’s future.— Donald Trump, in a video statement published on May 31, 2023.
"Inexcusable": Supreme Court allows Trump admin to deport migrants to countries that are not their home
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Key FactsSupreme Court Permits Deportations to Conflict Zones
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- The Supreme Court blocked a lower court order requiring written notice and hearings before deporting migrants to third countries.
- Three liberal justices dissented, condemning the administration for ignoring previous court mandates.
- Migrants are currently detained in poor conditions at a military base in Djibouti, while South Sudan faces severe humanitarian crises.
- This ruling aligns with earlier decisions that enabled the government to revoke protected statuses and parole for hundreds of thousands of migrants.
The court is rewarding lawlessness with its decision.— Sonia Sotomayor, who criticized the court's decision and pointed out that the Trump administration has openly flouted previous court orders.
US judge blocks Trump plan to close Harvard's doors to international students: A federal judge on Monday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from ...
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Trump heads to NATO summit as Iran overshadows agenda: The NATO summit follows a U.S. operation striking Iranian nuclear sites — and the announcement by ...
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Key FactsRutte Navigates NATO Summit Amid Trump Turmoil
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Mark Rutte skillfully avoids clashes over defense budgets during his first NATO summit as secretary general.
- He fosters alliance unity despite tensions caused by Trump’s divergent views on Russia and military commitments.
- Rutte firmly supports Ukraine but limits Zelenskiy’s summit role to a pre-event dinner to prevent disputes.
- His talent for coalition-building and crisis management underpins hopes for a successful meeting in The Hague.
This summit is about the Euro-Atlantic area, making sure that we can defend ourselves against the Russians -- the really fast-reconstituting Russians.— Mark Rutte, speaking to reporters on Monday.
Key FactsFlorida Panthers Celebrate Second Consecutive Stanley Cup
Jun 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bostonglobe.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bostonglobe.com
- The Florida Panthers held a championship parade and rally on Fort Lauderdale Beach to honor their second straight Stanley Cup win.
- Sunny weather this year replaced last year’s stormy conditions, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.
- Key players, including Brad Marchand and Matthew Tkachuk, shared their excitement and gratitude with the crowd.
- Conn Smythe winner Sam Bennett requested a contract extension amid enthusiastic fan support.
I’m so happy that I don’t have to play against these guys anymore.— Brad Marchand, during the Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup celebration, expressing his relief at joining his new teammates.
Live updates: Trump says Israel-Iran ceasefire reached after Iran strikes US bases in Qatar and Iraq
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Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles Surgery Timeline Revealed: Hali went down early in Sunday's Game 7.
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Key FactsOKC Thunder Capture Historic 2025 NBA Championship
Jun 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- The Oklahoma City Thunder secured their second franchise championship by winning Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 29 points and 12 assists, becoming the first player in 25 years to earn both regular-season MVP and Finals MVP honors.
- Indiana’s star Tyrese Haliburton suffered an Achilles injury early in the final game, significantly affecting the Pacers’ performance.
- With an average player age of 25.56, the Thunder are among the youngest title-winning teams and hold a wealth of future draft picks for sustained success.
Feels amazing — so much weight off my shoulders.— Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after winning the NBA championship.
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Alex Caruso clarifies controversial Lakers bubble championship joke: Alex Caruso created quite a stir with his comments about the Lakers’ 2020 championship after ...
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Suicide attack on Damascus church kills at least 22.
A shooting and suicide bombing at a Damascus church during a packed service on Sunday killed at least 22 ... Show more
Suicide attack on Damascus church kills at least 22
Suicide attack on Damascus church kills at least 22
Key FactsDamascus Church Attack Draws Strong Condemnation
Jun 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: trt.global
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: trt.global
- A Daesh suicide attacker targeted the Mar Elias Church in Damascus, causing at least 20 deaths.
- President Erdogan condemned the assault and extended condolences to victims and the Syrian government.
- The assault aimed to undermine peace and security in Syria and the surrounding area.
- Turkey reaffirmed its commitment to backing Syria’s fight against terrorism.
We will never allow our neighbour and brother Syria, which is, for the first time in years, looking to the future with hope, to be dragged back into instability through the hands of proxy terrorist organisations.— Recep Tayyip Erdogan, regarding the terrorist attack on the Mar Elias Church in Damascus.
White Sox Sign Noah Syndergaard To Minor League Deal White Sox Sign Noah Syndergaard To Minor League Deal
Key FactsNoah Syndergaard Joins White Sox for Comeback Bid
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mlbtraderumors.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mlbtraderumors.com
- Noah Syndergaard signed a minor league deal with the Chicago White Sox to prepare at their Arizona spring complex.
- The 33-year-old has not pitched in the majors since 2023, following several arm injuries that stalled his career.
- Previously, Syndergaard was among the sport’s top pitchers, posting a 3.31 ERA and strong strikeout rates from 2015 to 2019.
- Despite diminished performance post-Tommy John surgery, the signing represents a low-risk opportunity for the rebuilding White Sox.
Saudi Arabia condemns ‘unjustifiable’ Iranian attack on Qatar: Saudi Arabia on Monday strongly condemned an Iranian attack on Qatar, saying this “aggression ...
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Legal battle with Harvard: judge halts Trump's entry ban for foreign students again
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Tinley Park community mourns death of baseball coach: The Tinley Park athletic community is mourning the sudden death of 42-year-old Ares Roper ...
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Trump: Israel, Iran violated ceasefire: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that both Israel and Iran violated a ceasefire he announced hours earlier and ...
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Why are people boycotting McDonald's? Here's what to know
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PAWS Chicago held adoption event at Gorton Center: Saturday’s local pet adoption event invited participants to come for the cuddles, save a life ...
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NTSB to determine probable cause of Boeing door plug blowout: The agency will hold a vote on the matter after the Alaska Airlines incident.
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President Trump on Tuesday unleashed on the Israelis and the Iranians, expressing his displeasure at continued fighting between the two adversaries after he ... Show more
United Airlines supervisor told Black employee to ‘go fetch’ noose, lawsuit says: Exclusive: “Despite United being made aware” of allegations of racism ...
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Trump to attend NATO summit days after US strikes on Iran and with a ceasefire in hand
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Chicago activists, wary about Trump’s Israel-Iran ceasefire announcement, to keep protesting
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CTU President Stacy Davis Gates rebukes Trump administration, urges district to prioritize union contract
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McDonald’s is facing boycott calls from Americans across the country, here’s why: The boycott, organised by The People’s Union USA, began on June 24 and is ...
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Another big blow for the Diamondbacks: Corbin Carroll headed for the injured list
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Conflicting vaccine guidelines have left many parents unsure, and a new study finds 1 in 3 adults under 35 say they’re uncertain about childhood vaccines ... Show more
Northern Trust says it is fully committed to remaining independent: Northern Trust is fully committed to remaining independent, the bank said on Monday ...
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Piping plover boom: Total of six chicks hatch at Montrose Beach and Waukegan: Chicks continue legacy of Monty and Rose, the first of the endangered birds to live ...
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Venice’s most guarded secret: Inside the Bezos-Sanchez wedding plans: Invited guests have been required to sign NDAs, but here is everything we know so far about ...
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Key FactsBezos Wedding Sparks Protests and Logistical Challenges
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: latimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: latimes.com
- Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are preparing for their wedding in Venice amid public protests and significant logistical hurdles.
- Activists intend to block canals and streets to oppose the expensive event held in the historic city.
- All nine yacht ports in Venice are reserved for the wedding week, causing other yacht owners to alter their plans.
- Numerous celebrities and political figures are invited, with strict security measures and confidentiality maintained throughout the event.
It’s absurd to treat this city like it’s Disneyland.— Grazia Satta, a retired teacher and social worker, commented on the implications of Jeff Bezos' wedding.
Mayor Brandon Johnson firm on ending tipped subminimum wage as restaurant group calls for reversal
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Editorial: Illinois is wooing foreign tourists, despite a hostile White House and a blue-red divide
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Residents of Park Forest apartments swelter as air conditioning goes unfixed; village promises fines
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Wilmette adopts initial plan to boost affordable housing from 4.8% to required 10%
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Reconstruction begins on latest phase of Bell Works Chicagoland, the former AT&T campus in Hoffman Estates
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How conservatives are winning young women: The Young Women’s Leadership Summit was light on discussions about policy, but heavy on dating, parenting ...
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Post Malone parties at Phoenix dive bar: 'He was very generous': After packing State Farm Stadium, Post Malone headed to Gracie's Tax Bar downtown ...
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Caitlin Clark x Wilson Release Four New Basketballs In Historic Collab: WNBA star Caitlin Clark recently teamed up with Wilson Sporting Goods to drop four new ...
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OpinionEditorial: Want to know how a socialist mayor would govern New York City? Ask Chicago
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New program at Anderson Humane in South Elgin lets you ‘try out’ a pet before you adopt
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Musk is finally doing a test run of his driverless Tesla taxis after years of promises
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Fed officials are starting to break rank and join Trump: Some Federal Reserve officials are joining President Donald Trump in calling for lower interest rates as ...
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Key FactsFed Officials Signal Rate Cuts Amid Rising Global Risks
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Fed Vice Chair Michelle Bowman supports lowering rates at the next meeting to maintain labor market stability.
- Trump appointees Bowman and Waller view tariff-driven inflation increases as mostly temporary and limited.
- Other Fed officials indicate openness to cutting rates if inflation remains contained amid ongoing trade disputes.
- The economic impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on energy prices and inflation is currently assessed as minimal.
It is time to consider adjusting the policy rate.— Michelle Bowman, Vice Chair for Supervision of the Federal Reserve, spoke about the need to lower interest rates to preserve the labor market.
Enbridge eyes new pipeline to boost Canadian oil flows in U.S.: Enbridge and Energy Transfer are gauging interest in increased pipeline capacity to boost ...
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Elizabeth Street Garden Will Not Become Affordable Housing: First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro announced a deal that would preserve the Elizabeth Street Garden ...
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Killer whales seen grooming each other with kelp in first for marine tool use: Behavior in orca population off coast of US and Canada captured by scientists ...
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Evanston uncorked: From restaurants to retail stores, the best wine destinations: A core of tightly-knit, independent businesses has shaped a uniquely thriving ...
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Taxes on vapes, Zyn and most tobacco products go up July 1: State taxes on wholesale of vapes, Zyn nicotine pouches and most tobacco products will go up on July ...
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How everyday consumer prices are changing under President Trump: Using consumer price data, the Tribune is tracking 11 everyday costs for Americans and how they ...
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Key FactsSaving the Damaged Chestnut Tree Mural in Horw
Jun 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: chicagotribune.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: chicagotribune.com
- The mural depicting the legend of the chestnut trees in Horw has suffered significant moisture damage.
- Restoration work includes replacing damaged wooden panels and carefully retouching the painting across its 50 square meters.
- The 100,000 CHF cost is largely due to specialized carpentry and art restoration efforts.
- Funding is only partially secured, prompting a fundraising campaign to cover remaining expenses before completion in August.
The restoration is indeed labor-intensive.— Christian Volken, media spokesperson for the municipality of Horw, describes the challenges of restoring the mural.
"My kids and I moved in with my parents before we joined my husband in Chicago. I thought I'd be solo parenting, but I learned it's OK to ask for help ... Show more
Petrified kittens cling to each other in shelter crate, video shows. ‘So scared’: Two kittens, Doe and Deer, were rescued by PAWS Chicago. Once petrified and ...
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Clean energy job training offers hope to hundreds: ‘It’s changed my life’: Illinois residents are benefiting from a long-awaited network of clean energy job ...
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The Oklahoma City Thunder team may have won the NBA Finals, but popping champagne proved trickier than expected. Isaiah Hartenstein says most of the team ... Show more
Airlines divert, cancel more Middle East flights after Iran attacks U.S. military base
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What jobs presidents had before they were in office: Before they got to the White House, these future presidents worked as lawyers, journalists, and businessmen.
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In Dallas, a MAGA Summit for Young Women Pushes for ‘Less Burnout, More Babies’: The wellness influencer universe is resonating with people who might not ...
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Despite moves by Indiana lawmakers, Illinois’ borders are unlikely to change. Here’s why.
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Heat wave live updates: Life-threatening temperatures swallow tens of millions across Midwest and East Coast
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From the G-League to NBA champions 🏆
Mark Daigneault and Alex Caruso have come a long way.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries questioned the president's reasoning for targeting Iranian nuclear facilities and the success of the attacks ... Show more
Extreme heat at the Club World Cup: Players and fans voice concerns as temperatures soar
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Senate Parliamentarian Kills Civil Service Cut In Continued Scrub Of 'Beautiful Bill'
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Countries Ditch NATO Summit After Trump’s Reckless Strikes on Iran: Trump’s decision to bomb Iran has sparked immediate blowback for the historic summit.
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CBS Mornings : Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun spent her life working to break the glass ceiling, becoming the first Black woman elected to the U.S ... Show more
Regional day passes available now for CTA, Metra and Pace: CTA, Metra and Pace riders can now purchase day passes that cover unlimited rides on all three transit ...
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Carlson: Mark Daigneault credits players, but Thunder wouldn't be champs without its coach
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