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Khalil release granted, Geneva talks end, ‘Jaws’ 50th anniversary & more Jun 20, 2025

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A federal judge ordered the release of the pro-Palestinian activist at the center of a deportation fight. We have key takeaways from diplomacy talks over the Israel-Iran conflict. Brutal heat expands over the US in the coming days. Pope Leo gave a message to tech executives about artificial intelligence. Plus, we'll tell you how a classic summer blockbuster has changed our perception of sharks.

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Iran’s message to Trump, SCOTUS ruling, world’s best restaurant & more Jun 20, 2025

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An official with the Iranian presidency spokesperson offered one path to diplomacy with the country. A Supreme Court ruling made it easier for victims of terrorist attacks to sue the Palestinian Authority. A man is in custody after an incident with an Ohio congressman on the road. A top Federal Reserve official has joined President Donald Trump’s calls to cut interest rates. Plus, we reveal which restaurant scooped the world’s top prize in what’s known as the Oscars of innovative fine dining.

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Iran-Europe talks, Aflac hack, news alert fatigue & more Jun 20, 2025

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We start with negotiations between European leaders and Iran in Geneva. Cybercriminals have breached insurance giant Aflac. Pro-Palestinian activists broke into Britain’s largest air base. President Donald Trump passed on honoring Juneteenth and made this complaint about federal holidays instead. Plus, why smart phone users are disabling news alerts.

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Iran’s biggest backers, tariff warnings explained, pitcher carted off & more Jun 20, 2025

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An Iranian official is meeting with European ministers today for nuclear talks. Meanwhile, two of Iran’s allies are presenting a united front over the conflict. We keep hearing about tariffs pushing up prices, we’ll look at why that hasn’t happened yet. A man’s been arrested for allegedly trying to kidnap the mayor of Memphis, Tennessee. Plus, a Tampa Bay Rays player was dramatically carted off the field last night.

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A deadline for diplomacy, derailment health studies, NBA finals & more Jun 20, 2025

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The two-week timer has been started for Iran and Israel to end the conflict diplomatically before President Donald Trump decides if the US will get involved. The Minnesota lawmaker who survived last week’s attack has spoken about it publicly for the first time. We’ll tell you what a federal appeals court decided about who can control California’s National Guard. Health studies have been commissioned to look at the long-term impact of the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment. Plus, the latest from game 6 of the NBA finals.

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US grace period on Iran, TikTok’s lifeline extended, ICE agents denied & more Jun 19, 2025

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There appears to be an openness to diplomacy amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Palestinians are mourning the losses from Israel’s latest military strikes in Gaza. TikTok is catching another break from President Donald Trump. We’ll tell you why Thailand’s prime minister is facing growing pressure to step down. Plus, the LA Dodgers and Trump administration are at odds over ICE agents on stadium grounds.

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US weighs options, Trump rages at interest rates, new Covid-19 variant & more Jun 19, 2025

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We start with an update on whether President Trump will order a US strike on Iran. President Donald Trump is calling for an unprecedented interest rate cut. A new Covid-19 variant surging in China is now in the US. The DHS issued new guidance for lawmakers visiting ICE detention centers after tense confrontations. Plus, an LGBTQ march in a major European city is longer happening later this month.

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Israel’s warning, Gabbard ‘off message’, Juneteenth celebrations scaled back & more Jun 19, 2025

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The Israeli defense minister says Iran’s Supreme Leader “cannot continue to exist.” We’ll explain why Donald Trump’s intel chief appears to be falling out of favor with the president. The wife of the Colorado attack suspect says she and her children are suffering in ICE custody. Former President Barack Obama warns the US is close to falling into an autocracy. And, we tell you why the federal holiday marking the end of slavery is getting such little attention.

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Iran-Israel attacks, Hortman house break-in, ready meal deaths & more Jun 19, 2025

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Iran and Israel have exchanged morestrikes, including one that hit a hospital, as the conflict enters day seven. Police are investigating what appears to be a break-in at the home of the Minnesota lawmaker shot and killed last week. New York City's mayoral race is getting a shake-up. And, a deadly listeria outbreak has been linked to a ready meal sold at major chain stores.

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Israeli hospital hit, ‘bunker buster’ bomb, Hurricane Erick & more Jun 19, 2025

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The latest Iranian strikes on Israel have hit several civilian areas, including a hospital. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is still deciding whether the US will get involved in the conflict, as some officials suggest using a “bunker buster” bomb. Police say they’ve found explosives at the home of a man arrested near a “No Kings” protest. Hurricane Erick is set to make landfall today. And, the Air India plane crash survivor gives an emotional goodbye.

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