Pakistan plans to nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize: Islamabad says Trump helped end recent fighting with India, but New Delhi denies he played any role.
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Key FactsPakistan Proposes Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- Pakistan intends to nominate US President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize due to his role in the recent India-Pakistan ceasefire.
- The Pakistani government praised Trump’s decisive leadership and diplomatic efforts that eased tensions between the two nations.
- India rejects the claim that the US acted as a mediator and opposes third-party diplomatic involvement.
- Despite conflicting views, Trump asserts his negotiations were key to halting hostilities between the nuclear neighbors.
I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for stopping the War between India and Pakistan.— Donald Trump posted this on his Truth Social platform to emphasize his diplomatic successes.
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.
U.S. Moves B-2 Bombers as Israel and Iran Trade Strikes: Live Updates: President Trump was expected to meet with his National Security Council on Saturday ...
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Key FactsUS Considers Airstrikes Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Conflict
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Several US B-2 stealth bombers departed from Missouri, positioning for a potential strike on Iran’s underground nuclear facility.
- Israel has conducted airstrikes killing three senior Iranian commanders and targeting missile sites in southwestern Iran.
- Iran’s near-total internet blackout complicates communication, while citizens display solidarity through mutual aid despite ongoing fears.
- Diplomatic talks have stalled, and President Trump aims to decide on military action within a two-week timeframe.
The aggression must stop before negotiations can begin.— Iran's foreign minister, emphasizing the need for de-escalation before diplomatic talks can take place.
Crisis in the Arctic Ocean: studies show that the Arctic could soon be completely ice-free. How close are we to this tipping point and what does it mean for ... Show more
Spektrum Podcast: Arctic: The End of the Eternal Ice?
Spektrum Podcast: Arctic: The End of the Eternal Ice?
Singapore’s green space ranges from nature reserves and botanical #gardens to #parks linked by spectacular #treetop walkways.
The World Economic Forum report ... Show more
Nature-first urban planning with private sector support
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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 FactsHallervorden Files Charges Against Chancellor Merz
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rp-online.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rp-online.de
- Dieter Hallervorden, joined by about 20 others, filed a criminal complaint against Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
- Merz used the term 'dirty work' in a ZDF interview to describe Israel's military actions against Iran.
- The complaint alleges Merz violated Article 26 of the Basic Law, which prohibits acts threatening peaceful international relations.
- Earlier in 2024, Hallervorden attracted controversy with a video criticizing Israel’s policies in Gaza.
If a German head of government believes he can openly and publicly violate Article 26, it could encourage even more people in Germany to advocate for aggressive wars.— Dieter Hallervorden and 20 others filed a complaint against Friedrich Merz, arguing that Merz violated Article 26 of the Basic Law.
Nurse defrauds victims out of $112,000, claims her mum is dead and jets off to Taylor Swift
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Mahmoud Khalil arrives in New Jersey after release from ICE custody: Mahmoud Khalil arrived at Newark Airport after a federal judge ordered his release from U.S ...
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Key FactsActivist Mahmoud Khalil Released After 104-Day Detention
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- Mahmoud Khalil, a legal U.S. resident and former Columbia University student, was released from immigration detention in Louisiana after 104 days.
- He became a symbol of President Trump's crackdown on campus protests against Israel’s Gaza war, despite no violence accusations.
- A federal judge deemed continued detention highly unusual since Khalil posed no flight risk and was not dangerous.
- The U.S. government announced plans to appeal the release, while Khalil received limited permission to travel within the U.S.
Justice prevailed, but it’s very long overdue. This shouldn’t have taken three months.— Mahmoud Khalil spoke outside the detention facility after his release on Friday.
Eight killed after hot air balloon catches fire, crashes in Brazil: The tourism balloon carrying 21 people went up in flames in the early hours of Saturday ...
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"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.
Key FactsDeadly Strikes and Water Crisis Worsen in Gaza
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- At least 25 people were killed while waiting for food aid south of Netzarim amid Israeli military action.
- The Israeli army claimed it targeted militants in the crowd and is reviewing casualties among civilians.
- UNICEF reported that only 40% of Gaza's water production facilities are operational, signaling a man-made drought.
- Child malnutrition cases increased by 50% between April and May, with half a million people facing hunger.
Children will begin to die of thirst ... Just 40% of drinking water production facilities remain functional.— UNICEF spokesperson James Elder told reporters.
Key FactsIran’s Strategic Collapse Following Israel’s Strikes
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
- In June 2024, Israel severely damaged Iranian nuclear facilities and eliminated top regime commanders.
- Iran’s escalation through proxies post-October 2023 triggered an Israeli offensive that debilitated Hezbollah and Assad’s regime.
- Iran’s missile attacks failed to inflict significant damage, revealing weaknesses in its defense and deterrence posture.
- The death of senior commanders and destruction of military assets pose critical challenges to Iran’s regime stability.
It is miraculous that our nation has been able to stand up to arrogant powers.— Salami, the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, spoke about Iran's resilience against powerful adversaries.
Putin: "Where there are Russian soldiers, Ukraine is ours": Russians and Ukrainians are one people, says President Vladimir Putin at the St ...
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Key FactsPutin’s Claims and Russia’s Military Industry Plans
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: diepresse.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: diepresse.com
- Putin insists Russians and Ukrainians form one nation and symbolically claims all of Ukraine as Russian territory.
- He warns of a potential takeover of the city of Sumy, with Russian forces already holding parts of northeastern Ukraine.
- Russia has annexed several Ukrainian regions and demands acknowledgment of the current military control on the ground.
- Putin announces plans to develop the arms industry, emphasizing the use of civilian tech innovations in defense.
In a sense, the whole of Ukraine belongs to us— President Vladimir Putin at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, where he reaffirmed his claim to Ukraine.
Key FactsBelarus Opposition Leader Freed Amid Ongoing Detentions
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euractiv.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euractiv.com
- Belarus released 14 prisoners including opposition figure Siarhei Tsikhanouski.
- Tsikhanouski reunited with his wife, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, after being sent to Lithuania.
- EU officials hailed the release as a hopeful sign for those imprisoned by Lukashenko's regime.
- Calls continue for the immediate freedom of the remaining 1,150 political detainees in Belarus.
I welcome the US engagement that made this possible and share the joy of families reunited. But all political prisoners in Belarus must be freed.— Kaja Kallas, EU diplomatic chief, commented on the release of Siarhei Tsikhanouski.
Not only are many antiquities on display in the Louvre, but there are also ancient remains slumbering beneath the building ... Show more
Prominent drug dealer: Syrian authorities arrest Assad cousin: Syria's former dictator Bashar al-Assad was overthrown over six months ago. Now his cousin has ...
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Pride and Bundestag administration: Julia Klöckner prohibits employees from taking part
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Key FactsCSD Ban for Parliament Staff Sparks Political Debate
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nzz.ch
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nzz.ch
- Parliament President Julia Klöckner forbids official involvement of administrative staff in the Christopher Street Day to uphold political neutrality.
- SPD, Greens, and Left Party condemn the ban as a misguided message, urging visible state support for diversity and human rights.
- Parliament Director Paul Göttke clarifies the administration's role is to enable democracy, not to endorse political demands presented at CSD.
- This decision marks a shift away from identity politics symbolism toward emphasizing the parliament's broader state-political responsibilities.
It is ‘a wrong and unfortunately also a fatal signal in the current social situation’— In a letter to Klöckner and Göttke, several SPD politicians expressed sharp criticism of the decision.
Kremlin wants all of Ukraine: Putin: "Where there is a Russian soldier, that is ours"
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Sleep disorders bring out the bad side: Those who are sleep-deprived are more likely to behave narcissistically, manipulatively and unscrupulously at work the ...
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A Palestinian boy asked a journalist to share his message about the realities of food distribution in Gaza. He was on his way to a flour distribution site in ... Show more


"Mr. Netanyahu has long wanted to fight Iran because that way he can stay in office forever."
Former US President Bill Clinton says Israeli Prime ... Show more


Key FactsJapan Cancels Key US Security Meeting Over Defense Costs
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Japan canceled the annual 2+2 security dialogue with the US scheduled for July 1 following Washington’s demand for increased defense funding.
- The US requested Japan raise its defense budget to 3.5% of GDP, surpassing an earlier target of 3%.
- A Japanese official stated that specific defense spending targets of 3.5% or 5% have never been formally discussed between the two countries.
- The cancellation coincides with Japan’s upper house elections and precedes a NATO summit where similar spending demands will be emphasized.
Other nations do not decide Japan's defense budget.— Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba after Elbridge Colby called for Tokyo to spend more to counter China in his nomination hearing to be under secretary of defense for policy.
Filmed for the BBC series Face to Face in 1959, this archival interview features Carl Jung at the age of 84, just two years before his death ... Show more
‘Man cannot stand a meaningless life’ – a conversation with Carl Jung at 84 | Psyche Videos
‘Man cannot stand a meaningless life’ – a conversation with Carl Jung at 84 | Psyche Videos
Four dozen guns, 5 body bags and a second police vehicle found in search of Boelter property
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Another Starship rocket from #SpaceX has gone up in smoke. This time it exploded before take-off. #repost
Key FactsSpaceX Starship Explodes Before Upcoming Test Flight
Jun 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spektrum.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spektrum.de
- A SpaceX Starship rocket exploded on the launch pad in Texas prior to its tenth scheduled test flight.
- The company reported a significant anomaly during preparations and confirmed all employees remained unharmed with no threat to nearby residents.
- Starship consists of a 70-meter Super Heavy booster and a 50-meter upper stage, both designed for reuse after return to Earth.
- NASA plans to use Starship for lunar missions, while SpaceX aims for a crewed mission to Mars in the future.
A larger anomaly during preparations for a test.— SpaceX describes the explosion of the Starship rocket on platform X.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says there is “no room for negotiations with the U.S.” while Iranian civilians remain under bombardment.


Israel says Iran attempted to attack Israeli citizens in Cyprus: Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar accused Iran’s Revolutionary Guards on Saturday of trying ...
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Key FactsHot Air Balloon Crashes After Fire in Brazil
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
- A hot air balloon carrying 21 people caught fire over Praia Grande and crashed on Saturday morning.
- Eight passengers lost their lives, while thirteen others survived the accident.
- Rescue teams remain at the scene to locate any additional injured individuals.
- The governor of Santa Catarina expressed condolences and confirmed ongoing monitoring of the situation.
We are all shocked by the accident.— Jorginho Mello, Governor of the Santa Catarina state, expressed his feelings regarding the tragic incident.
Tulsi Gabbard now says Iran could produce nuclear weapon 'within weeks': This comes after US President Donald Trump said she was "wrong" for saying Iran was not ...
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In the first 24 days of 2025, SAP generated as much revenue as it did in the whole of 1995.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that his country is ready to start negotiations if Israel stops its attacks ... Show more


After a traumatic experience, self-compassion protects against psychological problems. However, it is even more important not to treat yourself with harshness ... Show more
Ali Khamenei selects three replacements, should he be killed by Israel | The Jerusalem Post
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Erdogan tells Iran’s top diplomat resuming talks only way to solve nuclear dispute
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Putin declares ‘all of Ukraine is ours’ in latest blow to peace talks on Russia’s wars
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Key FactsPutin’s Stark Claims and Nuclear Threat in Ukraine Conflict
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- Putin declared all of Ukraine belongs to Russia, emphasizing the shared identity of the two peoples.
- Russian forces continue advancing mainly in the Donetsk region, recently capturing a village near Zaporizhzhya.
- He threatened devastating consequences if Ukraine used a dirty bomb, a claim Kyiv denies.
- The US disbanded a peace-promoting task force as efforts to pressure Russia stalled amid shifting geopolitical priorities.
I have said many times that I consider the Russian and Ukrainian people to be one nation. In this sense, all of Ukraine is ours.— Vladimir Putin stated this during a Q&A session at an investment event in St. Petersburg.
Prince William's urgent promise to Kate Middleton before she pulled out of Ascot


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.
Columbia protester Mahmoud Khalil freed from immigration detention: Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has been released from federal immigration detention ...
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Israel says it killed top Iran commander during attacks by both sides: Israel says it killed veteran Iran commander
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US VP Vance says troops still 'necessary' in Los Angeles despite relative calm: US Vice President JD Vance said on Friday that the thousands of National Guard ...
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While speaking to reporters, President Donald Trump said Tulsi Gabbard, his director of national intelligence, was "wrong" in suggesting that there ... Show more


Key FactsTrump Rebukes Gabbard Amid Intelligence Disputes
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mediaite.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mediaite.com
- Trump dismissed Gabbard's intelligence on Iran's nuclear ambitions as incorrect.
- Her role and influence in the administration have reportedly diminished.
- A video she released warning of nuclear tensions angered Trump.
- Vice President Vance defended her as a loyal and key supporter.
She's wrong.— Donald Trump, during a Q&A with reporters regarding Tulsi Gabbard.
LA Dodgers pledge $1 million to support families impacted by ICE raids: The Dodgers will partner with the city to get the money to those in "critical need."
reuters.com/world/us/immigrant-rights-activists-call-la-dodgers-speak-out-against-ice-raids-2025-06-20/
Key FactsMessi’s Magic Defines Club World Cup Moment
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Lionel Messi’s game-winning free kick in the 54th minute secured Inter Miami’s victory against FC Porto.
- This match marked the first competitive win for a CONCACAF team over a European club.
- Messi attracted supporters nationwide and internationally, elevating the atmosphere at the FIFA Club World Cup.
- Inter Miami can advance to the knockout stage with a draw in their upcoming group match against Palmeiras.
Touched by God, isn’t he? Incredible. What a player.— José Fonte, Portuguese defender, praising Lionel Messi after his free kick goal in the match against FC Porto.
Palestine Action to be banned after RAF base break in: The home secretary will move to proscribe the Palestine Action group in the coming weeks ...
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NDP participant, 47, dies after collapsing at rehearsal; man was a member of CAG contingent
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Key FactsFatal Collapse at NDP Rehearsal in Singapore
11h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: channelnewsasia.com
- A 47-year-old man representing Changi Airport Group collapsed at the end of a National Day Parade rehearsal at Padang.
- Immediate CPR was administered at the on-site medical post shortly after the collapse at 11:23 AM.
- Despite ongoing resuscitation efforts en route and at Singapore General Hospital, he was declared dead at 12:19 PM.
- The Ministry of Defence and Changi Airport Group are providing support and have expressed condolences to the bereaved family.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family.— MINDEF and CAG expressed their condolences following the death of a participant.
Man slaughters sheep in garage without anaesthetic - Land Baden-Württemberg - Reutlinger General-Anzeiger - gea.de
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Key FactsIllegal Sheep Slaughter Without Stunning in Blaustein
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
- A sheep was unlawfully slaughtered without stunning inside a garage in Blaustein near Ulm.
- Witnesses contacted police after observing the animal being moved from a car trunk into the garage.
- The 38-year-old man admitted to the act but was uncooperative and attempted to remove evidence.
- Authorities are investigating the incident as a breach of animal protection regulations.
The man admitted to the officers that he had slaughtered the sheep without anesthesia.— Police reports on the statements made by the 38-year-old during the filing of the complaint.
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
21h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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.
Former German Chancellor: Angela Merkel does not want to “collapse under the problems of the world”
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Ramaphosa calls for immediate dialogue between Israel and Iran to resolve ongoing war
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Frustration over high key interest rate: Trump rants again about kicking out the head of the Federal Reserve - and insults him fiercely
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Key FactsTrump’s Sharp Rebuke of Fed Chair Powell
3h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: diepresse.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: diepresse.com
- President Trump criticizes Fed Chair Jerome Powell for keeping interest rates steady between 4.25% and 4.50%.
- Powell is labeled by Trump as a 'dumb person' and 'big loser,' while Trump calls for a significant rate reduction.
- Although Trump initially ruled out early dismissal, he now hints at reconsidering Powell’s future at the Fed.
- Powell reaffirms the Fed’s independence and its focus on stable prices and full employment.
Maybe, just maybe, I will have to change my mind about his dismissal? But anyway, his term ends soon.— Donald Trump comments on Jerome Powell and his potential dismissal.
🥛 Do you pay attention to the sugar content in food?
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A couple of farmers sleep as The Princess Royal tours cattle stalls in the Highland Hall during a visit to the Royal Highland Show in Ingliston ... Show more
Assisted dying: How did my MP vote on Friday 20 June?: Check whether your MP voted for or against the assisted dying bill.
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Close NATO’s Door to Ukraine: Years of Empty Promises Have Not Helped Kyiv or Fostered Peace
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Key FactsNATO Enhances Defense to Counter Rising Threats
22h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
- Russia and China are rapidly expanding and modernizing their military forces, posing a significant challenge to NATO security.
- The alliance intends to raise defense budgets to five percent of GDP to significantly increase air, missile, and ground defenses.
- Efforts include improving infrastructure such as roads and ports to enable swift military mobility across member states.
- NATO is driving an industrial revival to produce military equipment faster and integrate cutting-edge technologies more effectively.
His death has shaken the cycling world. Gino Mäder aspired to be more than just a professional cyclist. The monument inaugurated on Thursday at the site of his ... Show more


Peter Hotez: Yellow fever has broken out of Brazil. The U.S. isn't prepared.
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Erdoğan, Pashinyan discuss Türkiye-Armenia peace efforts, developments: President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan emphasized the significance of the recent understanding ...
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Key FactsTurkey and Armenia Advance Peace Dialogue
15h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailysabah.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dailysabah.com
- Erdoğan emphasized the recent peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan and Turkey’s commitment to fostering stability in the South Caucasus.
- Discussions focused on normalizing Turkey-Armenia relations and broader efforts to promote peace in the region.
- Both leaders stressed the importance of continued constructive dialogue and explored subsequent steps in the normalization process.
- Erdoğan also highlighted Turkey’s diplomatic engagement to reduce Middle East tensions, particularly those involving Israel and Iran.
We are ready to support any constructive initiatives to advance peace and cooperation.— President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan emphasized Türkiye's readiness to support constructive initiatives aimed at fostering peace and cooperation.
Israeli scientists scramble to save work after Iranian missile hits labs: Researchers at Israel's prestigious Weizmann Institute of Science have been scrambling ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-scientists-scramble-save-work-after-iranian-missile-hits-labs-2025-06-20/
Key FactsIranian Missile Devastates Weizmann Science Facilities
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- An Iranian missile strike on June 19, 2025, severely damaged several buildings at the Weizmann Institute in Rehovot, Israel.
- Scientists worked amid fires to salvage as many experimental samples as possible from the wreckage.
- The financial damage is estimated between $300 million and $500 million, impacting long-term scientific projects.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu praised the researchers and rescue teams, highlighting Israel’s defense against Iran’s threat.
Everything is lost.— Eldad Tzahor, a researcher focusing on regenerative medicine, said this in an interview with Reuters TV.
Jon Bernthal Set for 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' as The Punisher: Jon Bernthal will return as The Punisher for "Spider-Man: Brand New Day ...
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Key FactsJon Bernthal Joins Spider-Man 4 as The Punisher
19h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: superherohype.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: superherohype.com
- Jon Bernthal has been cast as The Punisher in the upcoming Spider-Man 4.
- The confirmed cast includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, and Sadie Sink in a mysterious role.
- Destin Daniel Cretton, director of Shang-Chi, is helming the project.
- The film will premiere on July 31, 2026, ahead of Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.
Pro-Palestinian activists broke into a Royal Air Force base in central England, damaging and spraying red paint over two planes used for refueling and ... Show more
Pro-Palestinian activists damage planes at UK military base
Pro-Palestinian activists damage planes at UK military base


Key FactsActivists Damage RAF Aircraft in Protest Action
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Pro-Palestinian activists broke into RAF Brize Norton on June 20, 2025, targeting two planes used for refueling and transport.
- The group Palestine Action applied red paint and sabotaged the Voyager aircraft engines using crowbars.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the vandalism and announced a security review for all British defense sites.
- Anti-terrorism police took charge of the investigation, and Interior Minister Yvette Cooper considered banning Palestine Action under anti-terror laws.
Britain isn’t just complicit, it’s an active participant in the Gaza genocide and war crimes across the Middle East.— This statement was made by Palestine Action, justifying their actions as a protest against British military assistance to Israel.
Lava fountains over 1,000 feet high shoot from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano: This is the 26th lava fountaining episode recorded at Kilauea since December ...
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Key FactsKilauea Volcano Erupts with Lava Fountains Reaching 1,000 Feet
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- Kilauea volcano erupted at 1:40 a.m. local time on June 20, 2025, producing lava fountains reaching 1,000 feet high.
- This event, called 'Episode 26,' was preceded by minor lava spattering and overflows within the Halemaʻumaʻu crater.
- Lava flows were limited to remote sections of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the southwest side of the Kaluapele crater.
- The USGS issued an orange volcano watch, indicating ongoing eruption activity with limited ash but risks like volcanic gas and ground instability.
Key FactsSenator Thorpe’s Defiant Gesture at Buckingham Palace
19h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news.com.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news.com.au
- Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe made an offensive gesture outside Buckingham Palace.
- The act triggered significant criticism and sparked nationwide discussions about respect for the monarchy.
- Thorpe shared photos of the incident on social media, intensifying the controversy.
- The gesture was interpreted as a form of protest reflecting her views on the British royal family.
Key FactsPunisher Joins Spider-Man in 2026 MCU Film
3h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mashable.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mashable.com
- Jon Bernthal reprises his role as Frank Castle, the Punisher, in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
- The movie, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, continues Peter Parker’s story after Spider-Man: No Way Home.
- Bernthal’s Punisher previously featured in Netflix’s Daredevil and The Punisher series and returns in Daredevil: Born Again.
- The inclusion of the Punisher hints at a darker, more grounded tone for the upcoming Spider-Man film.
Key FactsInheritance Strategy for Over 100 Descendants Revealed
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: entrepreneur.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: entrepreneur.com
- Pavel Durov fathered over 100 children through personal relationships and sperm donations across 12 countries.
- He intends to grant equal inheritance rights to all offspring, to be accessed three decades after his death.
- Durov emphasizes the importance of his children becoming self-reliant before receiving financial support.
- His plans are influenced by the legal and political challenges he faces as Telegram’s founder.
They are all my children and will all have the same rights! I don't want them to tear each other apart after my death.— Pavel Durov spoke to the French political magazine Le Point about his plan to share his fortune among his more than 100 children.
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
Trump hints at "deal" with Harvard — as judge says DHS can't stop Harvard from hosting foreign students
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Key FactsTrump Signals Potential Deal with Harvard University
6h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
- The Trump administration is negotiating a resolution with Harvard concerning frozen grants and international student admissions.
- Harvard has filed lawsuits after billions in funding were cut and its ability to enroll international students was challenged.
- A federal judge in Boston issued an injunction preventing immediate revocation of Harvard's certification for foreign student enrollment.
- The dispute involves allegations of inadequate action against antisemitic harassment and government interference in university affairs.
If a Settlement is made on the basis that is currently being discussed, it will be 'mindbogglingly' HISTORIC, and very good for our Country.— Donald Trump discussing the potential deal with Harvard University.
Amy Poehler Says All SNL Actors Did Problematic Sketches: Amy Poehler says comedy has an expiration date and therefore all "SNL" actors have done ...
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Earthquake of 5.2 magnitude strikes near Iran's Semnan: Earthquake strikes near Irans Semnan
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Key FactsPowerful Earthquake Shakes Semnan Region
Jun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
- A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred on June 20 about 35 km southwest of Semnan.
- The quake's shallow depth of 10 km increases the potential for significant damage.
- Iran experiences roughly 2,100 earthquakes annually, including 15 to 16 of magnitude 5.0 or above.
- Recent seismic activity highlights the ongoing threat to communities in this earthquake-prone area.
How dare you write five letters last week to this assembly to demand a session and ask the international community for sympathy? How dare you ask the international community to protect you from the consequences of your own genocidal agenda? You are not a victim. You are not even a diplomat. You are a wolf pretending to be a diplomat, and we are done pretending otherwise.— Danny Danon, Israel's United Nations ambassador, during a faceoff at the UN Human Rights Council.
Panga attack on elderly couple leads to 20-year sentence for robber: A man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for attacking an elderly couple with a panga ...
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Canada-Europe security and defence pact to be signed Monday in Brussels: A security and defence partnership pact Prime Minister Mark Carney will sign with ...
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