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US used Musk’s Grok AI to deploy 2,000 munitions during war on Iran US forces employed Elon Musk’s Grok AI to strike over 2,000 targets in 96 hours during the joint US-Israel war on Iran, according to a written declaration from the US…

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The Trump administration revealed the full text of the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran on Wednesday, including requirements that Iran downblend its enriched uranium stockpiles under the International Atomic…

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ASHGABAT (Turkmenistan) June 18 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to Turkmenistan from June 18 to 19 is highly significant as it is expected not only to create more opportunities for cooperation in the oil and gas sector…

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An asteroid discovered by a Hong Kong-born astronomer has been named after a firefighter who died battling an inferno at a housing complex in the financial hub that killed 168 people last year. A fire engine converted into a hearse…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 — The public is urged not to be influenced by smear tactics and false information, including the manipulation of posters involving potential DAP candidates for the Johor state election. Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie…

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Hong Kong graduates believe the city’s finance industry is its most attractive and stable sector, making them more optimistic about career opportunities than their global peers, according to a study by the CFA Institute, which trains…

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KAZAN, June 18 — Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed appreciation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for the country’s consistent position on Gaza and the current geopolitical situation involving Iran. During…

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Macron posts video of Trump signing US-Iran MoU French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X a video of US President Donald Trump signing the Memorandum of Understanding with Iran at Versailles. "This agreement paves the way for lasting…

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KAZAN, June 18 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed appreciation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for Russia’s support in strengthening energy cooperation with Malaysia, especially Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas). Anwar…

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The facility, located near the Everglade wetlands, has drawn human rights concerns and lawsuits over its conditions.

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President Lee Jae Myung said Thursday that US President Donald Trump proposed playing golf together and gave him his signing pen during their meetings at the Group of Seven summit in France. Posting on X while returning from his trip to…

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Pakistan's Prime Minister says US-Iran MoU will enter into force immediately Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding will "enter into force with immediate effect". As a first step, he indicated…

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US President Donald Trump has encouraged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to use a ‘softer touch’ in Lebanon.

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Trump signs US-Iran memorandum of understanding US President Donald Trump ⁠has signed ⁠the memorandum of ‌understanding to end the war on ⁠Iran, a White ⁠House official speaking to Reuters indicated. The official noted that the agreemnet…

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Trump says partnership with Netanyahu 'amazing', but 'little dispute' over Lebanon US President Donald Trump has described his relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as an "amazing partnership" despite growing…

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The US Defense Department has renamed US Indo-Pacific Command back to US Pacific Command (USPACOM), saying that restoring the legacy USPACOM designation honors the Hawaii-headquartered command's deep historical roots. In a release posted…

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Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says the agreement has been finalised and signed with the US.

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Iran–US talks on Friday in Switzerland are not confirmed for now, Baghaei says Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said early on Thursday that talks between Iran and the United States on Friday in Switzerland are not…

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Trump and Iranian President Pezeshkian signed the US-Iran MoU on Wednesday, a US official said

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Iran's Baghaei says text of MoU has officially been signed by Iran and US The text of the agreement between the US and Iran has been officially signed by the presidents of both sides, Iran's state media reported early on Thursday local…

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So argues Prof. Jack Goldsmith (Harvard) in his Executive Functions post. An excerpt: The United States in the MOU pledges "immediately" to "issue waivers for export of Iranian crude oil, petroleum products and derivatives, and all…

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By Francois Murphy VIENNA, June 17 (Reuters) - The most important issue in imminent nuclear talks between Iran and the United States is how Iran's nuclear programme will be policed, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan…

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CFO Meng Wanzhou said in 2021 that Huawei illegally conducted business in Iran.

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The United States and Iran on Wednesday released the text of their agreement to end the Middle East war, with Tehran committing to dilute its enriched uranium while being allowed to resume oil sales. Washington commits to waive some…

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US President Donald Trump and Iran's president signed a deal Wednesday meant to end the Middle East war, with Tehran agreeing to dilute its enriched uranium in return for large-scale economic relief. Trump put his signature to the…

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US used Musk’s Grok AI to deploy 2,000 munitions during Iran war Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 21:33 A Trump administration official reveals in written testimony the US used the trillionaire's AI during the Iran war to strike…

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New York’s Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life without parole for the murders of eight women.

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New York City mayors have attempted to solve the city's public bathroom problem for decades . Now, Mayor Zohran Mamdani is taking his turn. On Wednesday, the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) announced that Throne…

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John Nacion/Sipa via AP Images Work & Economy Furman on Social Security: Attention must be paid ‘Interest in the problem has diminished over time, not grown.’ Meanwhile, day of reckoning is ahead of schedule. Christina Pazanese Harvard…

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Trump thanks China's Xi, Russia's Putin for being 'neutral' in Iran war US President Donald Trump on Wednesday described Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin as "neutral" during the war with Iran, saying they…

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DUBAI, June 17 (Reuters) - Iran and the United States will end fighting on all fronts, per MoU details published by Iran's official IRNA news agency on Wednesday, adding both countries to end naval blockades in the region. Iran's official…

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US President ‌Donald ​Trump said Wednesday ‌the ⁠United ‌States ‌will leave ⁠its military in the Gulf 'for a while' after ​Washington struck a deal with ‌Tehran to end ⁠its ​nearly four-month ​conflict in the region. While speaking to…

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US President ‌Donald ​Trump said Wednesday ‌the ⁠United ‌States ‌will leave ⁠its military in the Gulf 'for a while' after ​Washington struck a deal with ‌Tehran to end ⁠its ​nearly four-month ​conflict in the region. While speaking to…

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The Education Department says the partnerships with six other federal agencies reduces federal bureaucracy. Critics claim it adds confusion and weakens K-12 coordination efforts.

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Qatar’s efforts to keep channels of communication open between Washington and Tehran were instrumental in securing the recent US-Iran agreement, Polish ambassador Tomasz Sadziski said, describing the accord as an important step towards…

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Qatar’s efforts to keep channels of communication open between Washington and Tehran were instrumental in securing the recent US-Iran agreement, Polish ambassador Tomasz Sadziski said, describing the accord as an important step towards…

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Sign up for Chalkbeat New York’s free daily newsletter to get essential news about NYC’s public schools delivered to your inbox. Since taking office in January, schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels has repeated a refrain that he wants the…

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Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for our free weekly newsletter to get the latest. Federal officials have served a subpoena on one of the nation’s…

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Tehran says considering plan for Iran, US presidents to sign deal Tehran's foreign ministry on Wednesday said it was considering a plan for the presidents of the US and Iran to sign the deal ending the war, ahead of an expected ceremony in…

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Six years ago, Richard Hershey was distributing religious leaflets on a public sidewalk in a public park surrounding a public arena in Bossier City, Louisiana, when he was accosted by police officers who insisted that he stop. Hershey, who…

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Evan White, the co-executive director of the California Policy Lab, details why thousands of residents have left the Golden State in recent years. The post Watch: The economic pressures that are driving Californians to leave home appeared…

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While votes are still being counted, it appears that D.C. Councilmember Janeese Lewis George has won a commanding victory in the city's Democratic mayoral primary. The initial count shows her earning 52 percent of the vote, while former…

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Iran and US to end fighting and maritime blockades in the Gulf area, report says Iran and the United States will end fighting on all fronts, per MoU details published by Iran's official IRNA news agency on Wednesday, adding both countries…

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Since 2021, the MIT Environmental Solutions Journalism Fellowship has supported local and regional journalists in reporting high-impact news stories that connect climate change with local priorities. Now, the MIT Climate Project has…

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Trump justifies Iran deal as a way to prevent 'economic catastrophe' President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to “bomb the hell” out of Iran if it does not abide by a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the US , adding he was…

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US official gives clearest account yet of deal set to be signed by US and Iran Friday; Iran has not confirmed text.

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Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Arizona’s free newsletter here. Get ready, Arizonans — it’s almost time to vote in the state primary…

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Trump justifies Iran deal as a way to prevent 'economic catastrophe' Submitted by Sean Mathews on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 19:26 US president suggests Iran will need to keep its ballistic missiles to match its neighbour's arsenals and says US…

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While everybody struggled through the COVID-19 pandemic, Hollywood has yet to recover : Box office receipts and ticket sales remain below pre-pandemic levels. Eager to cut costs, studios increasingly shoot films and TV shows overseas.…

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By Matt Spetalnick WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - When U.S. and Iranian negotiators sit down in Switzerland on Friday after nearly four months of war, the stakes couldn’t be higher as they face an array of hurdles that could derail…

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The United States on Wednesday read out the text of the interim US-Iran agreement to halt the war in Iran and open the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Reuters report. The agreement, read to reporters by a senior US official, outlines in…

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Health A clearer picture of drinking and disease New study attempts to reconcile conflicting findings on benefits vs. risks Samantha Laine Perfas Harvard Staff Writer June 17, 2026 7 min read Studies of alcohol’s effects on health have…

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US military to stay in Gulf region 'for a while', Trump says US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States will leave its military in the Gulf "for a while" after Washington struck a deal with Tehran to end the nearly…

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The United States government on Wednesday released the official text of the agreement reached with Iran to end the war, a 14-point document called the "Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding" that provides for the reopening of the Strait of…

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Live: Trump says US-Iran deal will be signed within next 48 hours

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An US-Iran agreement aimed at ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz is set to be signed Friday.

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Wednesday asked his US counterpart, Donald Trump, not to interfere in Brazil's elections, a matter he stressed is exclusive to Brazil, just as his country does not seek to meddle in the…

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Lawmakers want to know the number of Lebanese special forces recruits, their equipment and religious background as part of a planned $36 million DOD train-and-equip project aimed at dismantling Hezbollah.

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Trump says he expects the agreement with Iran to be signed 'shortly' without specifying the exact date.

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Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Wednesday urged Lebanese authorities to take advantage of a "pivotal" moment following a US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war, ahead of Israeli-Lebanese negotiations next week. American and Iranian…

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Brent crude prices briefly jumped back above $80 per barrel on Wednesday as traders digested conflicting signals about efforts to end the war and reopen Hormuz.

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Russian propagandists asserted in March 2022 that the U.S. was funding bioweapons laboratories in Ukraine as a justification for their armed forces' brutal invasion of that country. "During a special military operation, the facts of the…

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CHAKWAL: The post-mortem report of nine-year-old Hania Ahmed, an Australian national who was killed in a shootout in Chakwal on Wednesday night, has confirmed that she sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Adeel Ahmed, 39, his wife Dr Sidra…

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Analysis: Turkey emerges unscathed from the Iran war When US President Donald Trump ordered strikes on Iran in late February, Turkish officials found themselves sidelined. Their repeated attempts to prevent the war proved unsuccessful, and…

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People are excited about peptides. The internet is filled with claims: Peptides raise your energy, boost metabolism, clear your skin, slow down aging, build more muscle, repair injuries. I want some! But there's a problem: The Food and…

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Trump suggests sanctions on Iran could be removed once 'they behave' US President Donald Trump on Wednesday suggested that sanctions on Iran would be removed once "they behave." "As far as sanctions are concerned, at some point, you know,…

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Heightened energy prices because of the US-Israel war with Iran has pushed US inflation to a three-year high.

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WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - Both Iran and the U.S. can walk away from the memorandum of understanding they are set to sign on Friday, and upcoming talks are likely to focus on the precise sequencing of the steps previewed in the…

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A long-awaited Knicks championship and the energy of its new mayor Mamdani have unleashed a wave of civic joy across New York.

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Summer Science Program International engages diverse cohorts of juniors in a variety of disciplines on 13 college campuses across North America.

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The state is among a handful to officially adopt such a definition, delineating both guided play and student-initiated play for young learners.

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Last week, a group of bipartisan lawmakers reintroduced the American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA). Although it promises to deliver innovation and choice in the technology sector, AICOA would undermine both. As currently…

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Kayhan wrote that Iran should place no trust in the recent Iran–US understanding. The paper argued: Signing a document on paper must never create the illusion that everything is over or that conditions have normalized.

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MADRID - After more than a hundred days of military campaigning launched by the United States and Israel against Iran, both sides have agreed to halt hostilities.

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TEHRAN - Israel continues to violate the ceasefire between Iran and the United States, which includes a halt to Israeli strikes in Lebanon.

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TEHRAN - The US–Israeli war on Iran has ended in a strategic failure for the aggressors and an even deeper humiliation for the exiled Iranian opposition groups who hoped to ride foreign intervention into power.

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Hezbollah chief hails Iran's 'great victory' after deal with US Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Wednesday hailed an understanding reached between Tehran and Washington as a "great victory", calling it a "pivotal point" for Lebanon. Although…

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Trump, Pezeshkian may sign US-Iran peace deal, says Tehran

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TEHRAN – Iran has intensified diplomatic consultations with key regional and international partners following the conclusion of the Islamabad Accord with the United States, holding high-level talks with Russia, China, and Oman on the…

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US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he expected the accord with Iran ending the Middle East war to be signed "shortly" but added uncertainty over the exact date. "The deal we reached with Iran on Sunday will be signed shortly,…

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Recovery of ship traffic in Hormuz limited, but signs emerge Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains at levels before the Iran-US agreement, says the Kpler maritime tracking platform, but there are signs of recovery ahead of…

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More than 1,000 people in Gaza have been killed since a US-brokered 'ceasefire' between Hamas and Israel was agreed.

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WASHINGTON: The US-Iran agreement has placed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in one of the most difficult political positions of his career, leaving him squeezed between Washington, Tehran, domestic critics, and an approaching…

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Trump says Netanyahu could use 'softer touch' in Lebanon US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could use a "softer touch" in Lebanon, in comments made at the close of a G7 Summit in…

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Health workers battling an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo lack the personnel to identify suspected cases, the ambulances to transport them and even the construction materials to build isolation wards, officials and…

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EVIAN, FRANCE, June 17 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday told reporters at the G7 meeting in France that the United States, in a parallel effort to the U.S.-Iran deal, will discuss Iran's ballistic missiles and terrorist…

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WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - The United States has so far not released the full text of the interim U.S.-Iran agreement to halt the war in Iran and open the Strait of Hormuz. But a draft copy reviewed by Reuters lays out in 14 points a…

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Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains at levels before the Iran-US agreement, says the Kpler maritime tracking platform, but there are signs of recovery ahead of Friday's official reopening. Eight ships carrying raw materials…

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US Anti-Doping Agency chief executive officer Travis T. Tygart criticized World Anti-Doping Agency officials on Tuesday over plans to change testing at major events, allowing sport federations a greater role. WADA unveiled ideas for change…

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US Anti-Doping Agency chief executive officer Travis T. Tygart criticized World Anti-Doping Agency officials on Tuesday over plans to change testing at major events, allowing sport federations a greater role. WADA unveiled ideas for change…

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Trump says will discuss with Gulf nations Iran's ballistic missiles US President Donald Trump on Wednesday told reporters at the G7 meeting in France that the US, in a parallel effort to the US-Iran deal, will discuss Iran's ballistic…

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A US tourist who killed a woman after accelerating her electric minivan instead of hitting the brake has been given a six-month suspended sentence

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Fit-again fast bowlers Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph have returned to the West Indies Test squad for ‌the upcoming two-match home series ​against Sri Lanka, ‌while Joshua Da Silva has been ‌drafted ⁠in ‌to replace wicketkeeper Tevin…

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Fit-again fast bowlers Alzarri Joseph and Shamar Joseph have returned to the West Indies Test squad for ‌the upcoming two-match home series ​against Sri Lanka, ‌while Joshua Da Silva has been ‌drafted ⁠in ‌to replace wicketkeeper Tevin…

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ISLAMABAD: While the PTI leadership distanced itself from the call to gather 10,000 people outside Adiala jail on Tuesday, claiming that National Assembly Opposition Leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai did not inform them, the TTAP spokesperson…

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US President Donald Trump claimed that the scheduled signing of his Iran “peace deal” in Geneva on Friday would be succe

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El plan Más Barrio es un programa que combina operativos de seguridad con políticas sociales y obras de infraestructura

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ISLAMABAD: As senators from the treasury and opposition traded accusations during Wednesday’s budget debate in the Senate, PPP Senator Rana Mahmoodul Hassan demanded a separate South Punjab province. “Seven million children are born in…

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Israeli official says Iran war may not have been worth launching A senior Israeli official has questioned whether Israel would have launched its operation against Iran had it known the political consequences in advance amid growing public…

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Commentary: Adults want to go back to school. We should make it easier. Lumina Foundation (blog) The gap between interest and enrollment reflects a growing mismatch between the realities of adult learners’ lives and how colleges are…

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“China must believe and will believe that we are not just a customer or a trading partner, but a partner in every sense,” Ghalibaf said.

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Analysis: Turkey emerges unscathed from the Iran war Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 15:30 Despite missile threats and rising energy costs, Ankara emerged with stronger Nato ties, new Gulf defence deals and a role in US-Iran…

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday urged Israel to be a "positive player" for peace in the Middle East following a deal between Iran and the US. "Our goal must be to promote lasting, structural solutions that go beyond the…

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Italy urges Israel to be 'positive player' for peace Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday urged Israel to be a "positive player" for peace in the Middle East following a deal between Iran and the US. "Our goal must be to…

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A burning cross that was being investigated as a possible hate crime by Chicago police has turned out to be an anti-Trump protest by a 21-year-old who said he had no idea the symbol he chose was one used in racist attacks. Read More

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Indian seafarers' safety is of utmost importance to us: PM Modi to Trump

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By Timothy Gardner WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - The U.S. Treasury on Wednesday did not publish an extension of its waiver of sanctions on Russian seaborne oil that ran out at midnight, but President Donald Trump and administration…

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By Nilo Tabrizy June 17 (Reuters) - When Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced the interim deal this week to end the war with the United States, he declared his country the victor. To many Iranians it does not feel that way.…

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A major gap in the peace accords is the lack of measures to ensure justice or accountability for past atrocities. Unless those responsible – including commanders like Makenga – face consequences for their horrific crimes in eastern Congo,…

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Trump called it a historic deal. But with nuclear talks and Israel all unresolved, what did either side actually win?

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LAHORE: PML-N President Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed concern over the political situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), urging protesters to end sit-ins and demonstrations and engage in meaningful dialogue with the government.…

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Italy says to re-open Tehran embassy on Friday Italy's embassy to Tehran will re-open on Friday after more than three months of closure because of the Iran war, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. "Our embassy in Tehran will re-open…

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Landowners along the southern border are feeling the consequences of a Donald Trump campaign promise more than a decade in the making: the creation of a border wall. Equipped with billions of dollars in taxpayer funds, Customs and Border…

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Sudanese victims ask ICC to investigate Emiratis over RSF atrocities in el-Fasher Submitted by Sondos Asem on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 14:08 Legal submission filed in The Hague urges prosecutors to pursue paramilitary's alleged foreign backers,…

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WAHAMIAJI na mashabiki wa kimataifa walisimama na Senegal kwenye kichapo cha 3-1 mikononi mwa Ufaransa kwenye mechi yao ya ufunguzi wa Kombe la Dunia 2026 mnamo Jumanne usiku. Hii ni baada ya mashabiki wa Senegal kunyimwa viza za kuingia…

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Today's guest is Matt Welch , editor at large at Reason and co-host of The Fifth Column podcast. Welch joins Nick Gillespie for a look back at the summer of 1976 and what it can tell us about America nearly 50 years later. They discuss the…

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The vital Strait of Hormuz shipping lane is expected to re-open on Friday after nearly four months, following the signing of a US-Iran agreement to end the Middle East war. AFP examines how the re-opening could work and why a return to…

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After the deal is signed, the US will issue waivers for the exportation of Iranian crude oil.

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Lebanon's talks with Israel ‘independent’ of US-Iran deal, president says Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Wednesday that his country's negotiations with Israel in Washington were independent of the US-Iran deal. "The assurances we have…

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Trump says he talked to Syria's Sharaa on countering Hezbollah US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he had spoken to Syria 's Ahmed al-Sharaa about combatting Hezbollah in Lebanon. Asked at the G7 summit in France if Sharaa was…

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By Steve Holland and Bo Erickson EVIAN, France, June 17 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday told reporters at the G7 meeting in France that he had a "very good" conversation with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…

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By Jihed Abidellaoui and Zohra Bensemra TYRE, Lebanon, June 17 (Reuters) - In the dimly lit hospital room where he has lived for months, Youssef Fares broke down in tears as he spoke of his home in the historic southern Lebanese city of…

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TEHRAN – In response to developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations, Netanyahu’s remarks express understanding of American interests in reaching an agreement, while still playing the victim card.

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Safety of lakhs of Indian seafarers of high importance to us, says PM Modi to Trump

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Turkish state-owned lender Halkbank said Wednesday that a U.S. court had approved the dismissal of a long-running criminal case against the bank, bringing years of legal proceedings in the United States to an end.

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Obama tried to ‘bribe his way out’ of 2015 Iran nuclear deal: Trump US President Donald Trump accused former President Barack Obama of “bribing” Iran with $1.7bn to agree to the 2015 nuclear agreement . “The JCPOA [Joint Comprehensive Plan…

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The federal government recently announced two policies that will shape the future of Canadian youth’s interactions with artificial intelligence: the AI for All strategy and the Safe Social Media Act . The government says the AI for All…

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Full text of 14-point draft agreement between US and Iran

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Will Trump turn to Ukraine next? He bombed some boats in the Caribbean. He deposed Nicolas Maduro. (He mostly left the region, and it's not totally clear what's been solved.) Something similar happened in Iran: He assassinated some nuclear…

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US President Donald Trump has accused his predecessor Barack Obama of ‘bribing’ Iran to agree to the 2015 nuclear deal.

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There has been a reduction in violence since the US-Iran agreement was announced, but attacks have not stopped.

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Speaking at the G7, the US president said the agreement set to be signed on Friday is “not final”.

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By Laila Bassam, Parisa Hafezi, Maya Gebeily and Tom Perry BEIRUT/DUBAI, June 17 (Reuters) - Iran's interim deal with the U.S. looks set to bolster Hezbollah's political and financial hand in Lebanon, with Tehran promising more funding for…

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Russia's Lavrov discusses US-Iran framework deal with Iranian counterpart Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spoke to his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday about the US-Iran deal, and said Moscow was ready to help. Russia…

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Trump denies reports of US funding as part of Iran deal US President Donald Trump denied recent reports that the US-Iran deal includes provisions for $300bn in investments for Tehran. “We're not investing, we're not putting up 10 cents,”…

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The suits from US companies were filed against Singamas, China International Marine Containers, CXIC Group Containers and a group of executives, including Mr Teo.

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 — Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) has set up a special team and system to monitor attempts to access its FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasts from outside the country via the RTMKlik platform, including through Virtual…

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His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the…

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His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the…

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US President Donald Trump expressed his commitment to playing a role in advancing Korean Peninsula issues while speaking with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the Group of Seven (G7) summit, a senior presidential official said…

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TEHRAN - Incidents caused by the recent US-Israeli attacks on residential areas in Iran do not end the moment the explosions stop. Their consequences often stretch far beyond the initial destruction, continuing for weeks and months,…

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Qatar's Cabinet has welcomed HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani's participation in the G7 Summit in France, describing the invitation as recognition of the country's growing international role in promoting peace,…

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Qatar's Cabinet has welcomed HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani's participation in the G7 Summit in France, describing the invitation as recognition of the country's growing international role in promoting peace,…

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The Cabinet Wednesday welcomed His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani's participation in the G7 Summit in France and his talks with US President Donald Trump, hailing the invitation as recognition of the country's…

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The Cabinet Wednesday welcomed His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani's participation in the G7 Summit in France and his talks with US President Donald Trump, hailing the invitation as recognition of the country's…

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As each school year winds down, many charter school boards scatter for the summer. They don’t meet much, if at all, while school’s out and typically reconvene in the fall as the hubbub of back to school has settled a bit. This is a major…

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TEHRAN – Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, has said that attacking universities is a crossing of red lines, highlighting that many universities and educational centers in the country were targeted by the…

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Dawn Russell, chief executive of Ana Liffey, one of Ireland’s leading harm reduction organisations, joins us to explain what’s driving the surge, and what recovery actually looks like.

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Students are using AI to cheat, but the problem isn't limited to that. VectorMine/iStock/Getty Images Plus My colleagues and I recently spoke with a group of talented, interesting students who just completed their first year of college…

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A short excerpt from Monday's long decision of the Colorado Supreme Court in Moreno v. Circle K Stores, Inc. , written by Justice Maria Berkenkotter: Seventy-two-year-old Mary Ann Moreno … sued her employer, Circle K Stores, Inc. … for…

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US President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned Iran he was ready to resume military action if Tehran did not abide by its obligations, two days ahead of the signing of an accord to end the war between the foes. "No it's not final. It's a…

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KAZAN, June 17 — From Asean-Russia cooperation and energy security to Russian literature and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim fielded a wide range of questions from international media on the…

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Israeli official says Iran war may not have been worth launching Submitted by Mera Aladam on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 11:11 The senior official's remarks come amid a wave of criticism over Netanyahu's handling of the war An Iranian woman walks…

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After deserting Gulf allies, is the US giving up its Indian Ocean plans too?

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The G7 summit of world powers in France is being chaired by President Emmanuel Macron as host but on Wednesday his guest US President Donald Trump left no doubt over who he believed was in charge. Read More

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Syria on June 16 signed a contract involving U.S. oil giant ConocoPhillips to develop the country’s gas sector, state media reported, as Damascus seeks to attract international energy investment.

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Trump's U-turn on Iran war has ended Israel's Middle East dream Submitted by David Hearst on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 08:11 The failure to subdue Iran has halted, or shattered, a much larger ambition: a project to change the shape of the Middle…

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Iran team blames US for 'disastrous' restrictions at World Cup Iranian football players have voiced frustration over recurring World Cup hurdles against their participation in the tournament, pointing to politically driven decisions by US…

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Trump threatens 'dropping bombs on their head' if Iran doesn't 'behave' US President Donald Trump said that the memorandum of understanding on Iran was not final, and that he could resume bombing Iran if he did not like the agreement.…

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NATO chief Mark Rutte said on June 17 that the United States was not stepping back from Europe by announcing cuts to the forces it makes available to the alliance.

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Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi on Wednesday visited the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York and appreciated the Pakistan Mission’s constructive role in fostering dialogue and settling disputes peacefully. In a…

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When the state is so big and intrusive that people need its permission to do everything from building a house to merging businesses, it's easy for the lines to blur between conversations in which government officials merely voice…

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Japan saw visitors from South Korea, Taiwan and the United States hitting their respective highest levels for May.

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KAZAN, June 17 — Asean and Russia need to expand multilateral cooperation in areas such as food security, energy, advanced manufacturing, digital technologies, and education, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He noted that…

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Iran team blames US for 'disastrous' restrictions at World Cup Submitted by Ayse Betul on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 10:40 Frustrated by US travel restrictions, Iranian players say Fifa should have done more to support them Members of the Iran…

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'They're not all Hezbollah': Trump criticises Israel killing civilians in Lebanon US President Donald Trump has criticised Israeli conduct in southern Lebanon , saying the country has been killing civilians and not just Hezbollah members.…

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The US-Qatar Business Council – Doha (USQBC Doha) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) explored yesterday evidence-based opportunities to accelerate Qatar’s startup, innovation, and investment ecosystem, in alignment with…

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The US-Qatar Business Council – Doha (USQBC Doha) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) explored yesterday evidence-based opportunities to accelerate Qatar’s startup, innovation, and investment ecosystem, in alignment with…

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Qatar’s role in facilitating the recent US-Iran agreement has further cemented its position as a leading international mediator, according to Japan’s ambassador to Qatar Naoto Hisajima, who lauded Doha’s credibility, patience and…

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Qatar’s role in facilitating the recent US-Iran agreement has further cemented its position as a leading international mediator, according to Japan’s ambassador to Qatar Naoto Hisajima, who lauded Doha’s credibility, patience and…

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'They're not all Hezbollah': Trump criticises Israel killing civilians in Lebanon Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 09:50 US president warns Netanyahu that without him there would 'be no Israel' US President Donald Trump…

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War on Iran: How the Gulf stepped in to clean up America's mess Submitted by Andreas Krieg on Tue, 06/16/2026 - 18:18 As Trump waged a war he could not end, Gulf states closed ranks, revived diplomacy with Tehran and prevented a wider…

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 — The US$681 million (or RM2.08 billion) that then-prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak received in his private bank account in 2013 was not “chicken feed” or a small amount, but he did not behave normally like how a…

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Artificial intelligence (AI) first grabbed large-scale global attention just three and a half years ago, with generative models sparking fears of AI domination and widespread human job displacement. Since then, AI’s advance has…

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Sábado a la noche. Facundo, de 17 años sale de su casa en un Uber, hacia la casa de sus amigos. De allí, van a bailar. Los padres, Germán y Sofía, saben que no va a volver hasta el día siguiente. “¿Le diste plata?”, pregunta él. “¿Le…

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As US, Iran prepare to sign MoU and start more talks, TankerTrackers monitor says Iran exports first oil in two months.

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KAZAN, June 17 — Finalisation of the Asean-Russia Strategic Programme on Trade and Investment Cooperation 2026-2035 is a shot in the arm for the next leap in economic ties, but an enabling environment is key to turning them into reality,…

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Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday said a US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war could be a "game changer" in the region and beyond. There is "a likelihood that this memorandum of understanding agreement could be a game…

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Trump-backed candidates fall short in primary results in the US ahead of crucial midterms in November.

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By CIVICUS Jun 17 2026 (IPS) CIVICUS discusses a proposed United Nations (UN) tax treaty with Jenny Ricks, General Secretary of Fight Inequality Alliance, a global movement that organises to counter the concentration of power and wealth in…

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World Cup 2026: For some fans, the tournament ends at the US border Submitted by Chantal Flores on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 08:30 Tunisian fans attending the World Cup in Mexico say US visa restrictions, costly bond requirements and fears of…

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La Cámara de Senadores ya lo ratificó y la idea es que Diputados lo haga este miércoles; el tratado puede entrar en vigor de forma bilateral cuando un país de cada bloque lo ratifique

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Due to limited budgets and capacity, many states struggle to support the important activities – like data collection, research, infrastructure development, and other quality initiatives – that can make their child care and early learning…

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Ambassadors of various missions in the country have lauded Qatar’s meditation efforts leading towards the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran. They told Gulf Times that they highly value the efforts of…

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Ambassadors of various missions in the country have lauded Qatar’s meditation efforts leading towards the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran. They told Gulf Times that they highly value the efforts of…

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Dramatic rescue after plane crashes onto Texas highway.

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Brent crude drops to lowest price since early March before signing of framework deal to end US-Israel war on Iran.

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Qatar’s conduct during the recent US-Iran negotiations has earned direct praise from Ukraine’s ambassador to Doha, who described the country’s mediation as far more than a diplomatic convenience. “Qatar, together with Pakistan, acted as…

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Qatar’s conduct during the recent US-Iran negotiations has earned direct praise from Ukraine’s ambassador to Doha, who described the country’s mediation as far more than a diplomatic convenience. “Qatar, together with Pakistan, acted as…

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Sweden welcomes the announced agreement between the US and Iran as an important opportunity to reduce tensions, prevent further escalation, and create space for diplomacy, ambassador Gautam Bhattacharyya said yesterday. The envoy said that…

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Sweden welcomes the announced agreement between the US and Iran as an important opportunity to reduce tensions, prevent further escalation, and create space for diplomacy, ambassador Gautam Bhattacharyya said yesterday. The envoy said that…

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US president has been at the centre of this year's midterm campaigns in a test of his influence.

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Iran warns of a 'harsh response' as Lebanon attacks test the US deal and strain Trump-Netanyahu ties.

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Trump has repeatedly insisted that private donors would foot the bill – but it’s emerged it’s falling to US taxpayers instead.

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At first glance, the two regulations feel like one more step in the steady escalation of trade sanctions between China and the United States.

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Jet crashes on US highway, bystanders smash cockpit window to rescue survivors