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Trump endorses Collins in Georgia Senate runoff

June 14, 2026 |

President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Mike Collins over Derek Dooley in Georgia’s Republican Senate runoff. The winner will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in a race viewed as a key Republican pickup opportunity.

Knicks title celebrations turn chaotic in Manhattan

June 14, 2026 |

Crime, Sport and US

The Knicks’ first NBA championship since 1973 drew celebrations across New York, but police said violence in Manhattan left a 17-year-old shot, five buses destroyed and 63 people arrested. A parade and City Hall ceremony are scheduled for Thursday.

Marine fighter jet crashes in Washington, sparking wildfire

June 13, 2026 |

A Marine Corps F/A-18 Hornet crashed near Rimrock Lake in Yakima County, Washington, during routine training Saturday. The pilot ejected with minor injuries, and the wreckage sparked a wildfire that prompted evacuations.

WASHINGTON — Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) announced her intention to run for California’s U.S. Senate seat in a closed-door meeting with the Congressional Black Caucus…

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Trump says Iran deal could be signed Sunday

June 14, 2026 |

Politics and World

Trump and Pakistan said a U.S.-Iran deal could be finalized within 24 hours, but Iran said it would not be signed Sunday. The proposed memorandum includes provisions on the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports and Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile.

Swiss voters decide on 10 million population cap

June 14, 2026 |

Politics and World

Swiss voters are deciding whether to cap the country’s population at 10 million by 2050. Supporters cite pressure on housing and services, while opponents warn the measure could harm the economy and relations with the EU.

UK seizes Russian shadow fleet tanker in English Channel

June 14, 2026 |

Politics and World

British forces seized the tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel during a six-hour operation targeting Russia’s sanctions-evading shadow fleet. The UK says the vessel will be held and monitored off England’s south coast while investigations continue.

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Rep. Barbara Lee Announces Intention to Run for California’s U.S. Senate Seat, Setting Up a Potential Showdown with Rep. Katie Porter