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The war in Iran has left hundreds of U.S. diplomats in limbo
As the U.S-Iran war ramps up again, hundreds of diplomats are in limbo. The State Department drew down staffing due to Iran's attacks on Gulf states. It's unclear if they'll return to normal business.
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Notorious drug cartel leader Ismael Zambada sentenced to life in US prison
Known as "El Mayo", the co-founder the Sinaloa Cartel was also ordered to pay $15bn after he admitted to sending vast amounts of drugs to the US.
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Iran war: US launches fresh strikes as Trump vows revenge
The US has launched strikes on Iran for a 10th consecutive night as both sides vie for control of the Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.
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A wave of student loan borrowers have entered default since pandemic-era protections lapsed
Today, around 9.5 million people — 1 in 5 federal student loan borrowers — are in default, meaning they are more than nine months behind on their payments.
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Tennessee trial claims Instagram is addictive for teens: What to expect
Jury selection began Monday for a high-profile lawsuit in Nashville, Tennessee, against Meta, claiming that its platforms were designed to hook teenagers. The state’s attorney general says that the publicly traded company purposefully hid evidence that Instagram is addictive. Meta denies the claims. The case lands at a moment when a growing body of lawsuits has been filed against social media platforms, alleging that big tech companies hid the deleterious mental, physical and emotional effects of social media on children.
Read summaryWhy Greeks are going to TikTok for news instead of newspapers or TV
Greeks don’t turn to traditional media for news; they go to TikTok, Instagram, and the like. That makes them a lens onto the possible future of news.
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Indian police attack Cockroach Janta Party’s parliament march
Police used batons to disperse protesters as thousands of people joined the Cockroach Janta Party's march in New Delhi.
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World Cup 2026: Pedro Sanchez and King Felipe VI welcome La Roja
Spain's newly crowned World Cup champions were welcomed by King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
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FDA is still focused on lettuce supplier as source of parasite, despite faulty test result
Federal health officials said Monday they remain focused on lettuce from Taylor Farms as the source of a multistate outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite, despite inaccurate test results that the government briefly publicized over the weekend.
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Senegalese president assumes ECOWAS leadership
In tonight's edition, the Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye takes the helm of ECOWAS. Also, in Nigeria nearly 19 million Nigerian children are out of school, with the threat of kidnapping keeping many classrooms empty. And Tangier is celebrating the art of visual storytelling with the International Photography Festival.
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Trump warns Iran will pay 'many times over' for deaths of US soldiers
The US president spoke just hours after the two warring sides exchanged strikes for the ninth consecutive day.
Read summaryIran condemns US attacks on civilian infrastructure
Iran says it has received mediation proposals from multiple parties and insists diplomatic efforts remain active.
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Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Amex Gold: Which mid-tier favorite is right for you?
Whether you're a rewards card beginner or an established points and miles expert, there could be room in your setup for two fantastic cards: the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) and the American Express® Gold Card.But if you can only pick one, it can be hard to decide.The Sapphire Preferred is a great way to earn valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points for a modest annual fee, while the Amex Gold is a favorite for foodies thanks to its bonus rewards on dining and groceries and valuable statement credits.Limited-time offer on the Chase Sapphire Preferred: Earn 100,000 bonus...
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Upgrade coming: American reveals next plane in line for new Flagship Suites
American Airlines' new Flagship business-class suites are expanding to another set of its airplanes.The Fort Worth-based carrier on Monday confirmed it plans to install the suites — which are complete with sliding privacy doors — on its fleet of Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners.It'll be a nice upgrade for the business-class cabin on those jets.Currently, American's 787-8s do have lie-flat pods with 100% direct-aisle access.But the new seats they're getting will be the latest-generation Flagship product that American debuted just over a year ago on its larger 787-9 planes.ZACH GRIFF/THE POINTS GUYFull...
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The 20 Most Beautiful Towns in the World for Every Type of Traveler
From fourth-century temple ruins to UNESCO-listed neighborhoods, these quaint getaways prove that bigger isn’t always better.
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How to Retire in Portugal: What Americans Need to Know About the D7 Visa
Portugal is consistently ranked as one of the best places for Americans to retire abroad. Here's how to do it.
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Tiny yet powerful, the best budget USB charger we tested is now even cheaper
<p>Anker 511 Nano 3 is the kind of charger you’ll want a few of, and for $15.99, you can afford to stock up</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/thefilter-us/2026/jun/24/eero-6-mesh-wifi-router-sale">This clever router fixed my spotty home wifi – and it’s currently on sale</a></p></li></ul><p>A beefy USB charger with half a dozen ports can be great for charging your laptop, phone and even <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2026/mar/20/best-bike-lights-us">USB bike light</a> all at once, but the real heroes are the pocketable chargers small enough to always be...
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Saxophones Getting Louder? The Meaning Behind the TikTok Trend
A pervasive tune on TikTok is used to underscore uh-oh moments. It comes from the 1991 film “Boyz N the Hood.”
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A job that changed me: At the one-hour photo lab, customers were determined to immortalise their genitals on 35mm
<p>Along with an unexpectedly comprehensive understanding of local penises, my time at Rabbit Photo let me see locals’ lives captured in 35mm film</p><ul><li><p>Read more in <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/series/a-job-that-changed-me">this series here</a></p></li></ul><p>I didn’t apply for a job at my local one-hour photo lab out of a noble desire to serve the community’s photographic needs.
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Wall Street’s AI divide: Inside the bull and bear cases for what comes next for the stock market
Three years into the AI trade, Wall Street is no closer to agreeing about whether it’s a bubble, how much longer it can keep going or what might ultimately end it.
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SpaceX gave investors intense FOMO. Now the decade’s hottest IPO represents a brutal reality check.
The hidden danger of chasing hyped initial public offerings? Skipping the fine print.
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Forget Nvidia. These 5 S&P 500 stocks are quietly going all in on AI.
The “Mag Seven” has become the “Bag Seven.” Sharp tech investors are looking elsewhere.
Read summaryThe FDA made a big reversal in its cyclosporiasis probe, but it still thinks iceberg lettuce is to blame
The FDA's investigation into the source of the cyclosporiasis outbreak is causing confusion as companies and consumers alike navigate new updates.
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FIFA to investigate players clash after WC final
FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into the ugly scenes which marred the end of Sunday's World Cup final involving several Argentina players and coaches physically attacking members of the Spain team.
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Michigan AD Manuel to step down at end of year
Warde Manuel will step down as Michigan AD at the end of the calendar year, the school announced as part of the conclusion of an investigation into the culture of athletics at the university.
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Sources: Thybulle, Lakers agree to 1-year deal
Free agent forward Matisse Thybulle has agreed on a one-year, $3.3 million deal to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, sources told ESPN.
Read summaryWorld Cup: Spain's homecoming heroes
A nation celebrates as Spain's World Cup champions come home to a hero's welcome.
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Restaurant Review: Demo in New York
Demo in the West Village earns its place among the sophisticated, youthful restaurants New York is so good at.
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You Should Clean Your Kitchen Trash Can Every Time You Take Out the Trash
Or at the very least, clean that thing once a month.
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Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for courgette and whipped feta bruschetta with radishes | Quick and easy
<p>Perfect for an al fresco lunch spread, these bruschetta come together as quickly as they disappear …</p><p>Fresh, light but filling – these bruschetta are beautiful to bring outside as part of a lunch spread. They take minutes to whip together (sorry) and, for extra Marie Antoinette at Le Petit Trianon vibes, pick mint (or/and baby courgettes) from your own garden. You can get ahead by making the whipped feta and lemon dressing in advance, and keeping the courgette ribbons and radishes in cold water until needed.
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