Colombia's presidential election heads to a June 21 runoff between left-wing Senator Iván Cepeda and far-right newcomer Abelardo de la Espriella. Security and peace strategies dominate the campaign as voters choose between contrasting visions for the country's future.
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Several artists have pulled out of the Great American State Fair concert series celebrating the US's 250th birthday, prompting Donald Trump to propose replacing the event with a Make America Great Again rally. Organizers and officials maintain the event is nonpartisan despite the controversy.
Brooklyn Rivera, a leading Indigenous activist in Nicaragua, has died in government custody after nearly three years of detention. The government cited a bacterial infection post-COVID-19, while human rights advocates blame enforced disappearance and neglect.
Israeli forces have captured the strategic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest incursion in 26 years amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. The move escalates tensions despite a nominal ceasefire and complicates U.S.-Iran peace efforts.
Amy Gertner, wife of Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, responds to reports she informed his campaign about sexually explicit texts he sent to other women. Despite controversies, Platner remains the presumptive Democratic nominee facing Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Colombians vote in a presidential election dominated by security and drug trafficking concerns. Leading candidates include government-allied Senator Iván Cepeda and right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella, with a runoff expected.
President Donald Trump will open the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., after several musical acts withdrew from the event. The fair, part of America's 250th anniversary celebrations, will feature exhibits, performances, and family attractions on the National Mall.
President Trump has not yet decided on a potential ceasefire deal with Iran that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address nuclear concerns. Negotiations remain ongoing amid conflicting reports from U.S. and Iranian officials.