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ICE moves detainees from Alligator Alcatraz over hurricane risks

June 16, 2026 |

ICE says detainees have been moved out of Florida’s Everglades detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” because of hurricane-season safety concerns. The transfers come amid reports of a possible shutdown and continuing allegations over conditions at the facility.

Gulf system threatens flooding across South

June 16, 2026 |

Science and US

Potential Tropical Cyclone One could become the first tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season while bringing heavy rain and dangerous flooding from Texas to the Southeast. Flood watches and warnings covered more than 40 million people across the region.

Five charged in alleged White House UFC attack plot

June 16, 2026 |

Crime, Politics and US

Federal authorities charged five men with plotting to attack a White House UFC event using explosive drones and snipers. Prosecutors said the plan targeted “high value targets” and was disrupted before it could be carried out.

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Brazil court convicts Eduardo Bolsonaro over US lobbying

June 16, 2026 |

Crime, Politics and World

Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Eduardo Bolsonaro of lobbying the United States to interfere in his father Jair Bolsonaro’s coup trial. He was sentenced in absentia to four years and two months in prison and called the ruling “baseless and senseless.”

Fragile Lebanon truce tested by deadly Israeli strikes

June 16, 2026 |

Politics and World

Deadly Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have tested a fragile ceasefire understanding between the United States and Iran. Displaced families are returning to devastated towns, but Israeli occupation, Hezbollah’s weapons and reconstruction remain unresolved.

UK investigates Russian warship shots near British yacht

June 16, 2026 |

Politics and World

Britain’s Ministry of Defence is investigating reports that a Russian frigate fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht in the English Channel. No injuries or damage were reported, and officials are treating the episode as isolated.

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